Keeping it Casual

jeans (Marc by Marc Jacobs), shirt (J.Crew, on sale VERSION), cardi (J.Crew, SIMILAR), necklace (Adele of Lexington), bag (Michael Kors), ring (Anna Beck), shades (Ray Ban), flats (VIA SPIGA, see other pink options below), bracelets (Adele of Lexington), watch (Timex)

Morning, All!  Hope everyone had a great weekend--we sure did!  This rig is such an easy go to for me--tee, cardi, distressers, and ballets---finish it off with a fun Bauble, and I'm right in my element. Adele of Lexington has this gem in a slew of colors--remember to mention s + s and the lovely Adele ladies will ship it to you for free.  Check out some other fun pink ballet options below--my Via Spiga ones are no longer avail, but I'm loving all of these options.  Alright gang, make it a good one!

photos courtesy of  Kristin Tatem

Cheers to the Weekend

dress (J.Crew), vest (J.Crew), satchel (Cambridge Satchel Co.), chucks (Converse Hi Top Version), shades (Ray Ban), bracelets (Adele of Lexington, stella & dot), ring (Anna Beck & Lagos), watch (Tag Heuer)

Cheers to a fantastic weekend!  We had a quintessential summer evening last night full of fireworks, s'mores, swimming, & catching lightening bugs--couldn't have been more perfect!  This Frock has definitely been put to good use this season (I'm about to toss it on after posting this as a matter of fact).  Enjoy the weekend with your friends & fathers!  Sending lots of love to my wonderful dad---love you Big T--you are the best of the bunch!  Make it a good one! 

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Pink on Pink

 entire rig (oldie but goodie, J.Crew--love the idea of pairing THESE with THIS POPOVER for a good print mix), watch (Cartier), cuff (unknown), ring (Lagos), bag (Furla, SPLURGE vs  STEAL), shades (Ray Ban)

This preppy & polished rig is the result of a successful attempt at utilizing what is already in my closet! I have had all of these pieces in my arsenal for a few years now but they definitely felt refreshed when doing a little monochrome print mix (hard to tell, but blouse has a slight pink pinstripe).  Because the all over pink could get a little pop tart, I wanted to make sure the look stayed classic by doing a crisp tucked in blouse, belt, flat sandals and a gold cuff to finish her off.  Just another lesson for us all (especially myself) to creatively work with what we already have....if only I could consistently practice what I preach!

Switching topics, I get asked quite a bit about my hair.  Who cuts it (Shawnee at Voce on Clay--LOVE ), what color do I use, how do I style it, etc.  With that in mind, I wanted to share a product I've been using here as of late that I'm just loving!  The Marco Anti-Frizz Leave in Conditioner with Collagen Color Guard has been my hair savior.  As my hair is getting longer, the months warmer, and my color blonder--my mop top can start to get a little dried out.  This goodness has been protecting the hell outta it and doing my locks just right.  Not to mention Marco himself is such a doll and a majorly talented color connoisseur (trying to justify in my mind taking a trip to LA to have him get a hold of my locks).  I know we're always looking for an easy solution whether it be for dried hair or skin, and this stuff is a goodin'. Alright guys, make it a good one & enjoy your weekend!

Marco Anti Frizz Leave in Conditioner with Collagen Color Guard 

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Fresh Floral

dress (Zara), bag (vintage, Street Scene, Lexington), shoes (Nine West), watch (Michael Kors), necklace (Maya Brenner), shades (Ray Ban), ring (Lagos)

Easy, Breezy, & Floral...doesn't get more spring/summer than that.  No doubt this Maxi will carry me through September.  Casual enough for an early evening out with the gals but dressy enough for an outdoor summer wedding, maxi dresses are the perfect versatile piece for the warmer months.  Check out other maxis having their moment below.  You all enjoy your Wednesday & make it a good one!  

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Bows & Dots

top (C.Major, AJs Casuals, Lexington), skirt (J.Crew oldie, OBSESSED with THESE DOTS), heels (Zara), bag (Michael Kors), belt (target), bracelets (J.Crew, Stella & Dot), watch (Michael Kors), shades (colors in optiCS), ring (Lagos & Anna Beck)

And with the click of one button, my shopping freeze came to an abrupt end--it was THIS Rebecca Minkoff purse that resulted in my failure, damnit!!  I lasted a measly 7 days...what a crock--I don't know what in the Sam Hell I was thinking trying to implement such a thing!  I'm still doing my best to utilize what I've already got hanging in my closet such as the pencil skirt above (seen last year HERE).  Paired with this C.Major bow blouse from AJs Casuals, and you've got a great feminine look for daytime.  Alright, gang, make it a good one--it's soggy here in the Bluegrass so stay dry Lexingtonians!  

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem