Stripes at Work

dress (DVF on SALE), heels (Pour La Victoire), bag (Michael Kors), necklace (J.Crew), bracelets (J.Crew, Stella & Dot), shades (Ray Ban), rings (Lagos, Anna Beck)

Some days I'm in the mood to create a 'look' for work (exhibits A, B, & C) other times, not so much.  When my creativity is lacking and time isn't on my side, dresses like this lovely DVF are a gal's best friend.  In a classic shape with figure flattering seaming, this number has become a work staple in my closet (that's not to say it isn't perfect for a number of other occasions).  Initially I was going to toss her on with some black heels; however, a Nude Wedge helps to elongate the leg which is never a bad thing.  Alright gang, hope you all had a lovely weekend.  It was so gorg here in Lex that we def spent the majority of our time outside!  Make it a good one!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Snake Charmer Giveaway

bag (Elaine Turner c/o), blazer (J.Crew SIMILAR), jeans (Current/Elliot), blouse (J.Crew ON SALE), heels (Pour La Victoire ON SALE), necklace (J.Crew), bracelets (J.Crew, Linea Pelle), watch (Michael Kors), rings (Lagos, Anna Beck), shades (Gucci)

Stripes & Snakeskin--I'm a big fan!  Elaine Turner is serving up some snakeskin loveliness this season and I am VERY EXCITED about today's giveaway!  Elaine Turner is gifting one of these gorgeous Kathleen Python Crossbody Bags to one lucky s + s reader.  It truly is so very gorgeous in person.  Elaine Turner is also extending a 20% discount to s + s readers using the promo code "saddles," now through August 31st.  Make sure you check out some other lovely snake charmers below!  Entry rules for the giveaway are listed below as well.  Alright gang, I'm en route to the airport bright and early this morning so I need to scoot--y'all have a wonderful weekend!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

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May Flowers

 

 



shorts (LOFT), shell (LOFT, extra 60% off), blazer (Aqua, Bloomingdales), shoes (Pour La Victoire), clutch (Kate Spade), ring (Kendra Scott), ring (Anna Beck), cuff (unknown), shades (Gucci)



One of my fave months of the year is upon us...my little gal turns 4 this week, school is almost out, warmth is here to stay--good stuff all the way around!  As I mentioned on Monday, totally digging the shorts/blazer combo...this time around, I wanted a more feminine feel so I opted for silky fabrics.  Due to the 'flowy' nature of the floral shorts & shell, I chose to tailor it up a bit by throwing on the blazer as a topper. 

Lastly---you know, I haven't been into a LOFT in ages...possibly since I first got out of college and into the real world where I needed workwear.  No particular reason why, just wasn't in my circuit of places I like to shop...until now.  I hopped into our Whole Foods a few weekends ago and a new LOFT (Lexington Green for us locals) was having their grand opening event next door.  Stumbled on in and good grief---great little spring/summer numbers all throughout the store (with a good portion of the store being on SALE).  They've definitely got a modern feminine mix going on which I just love.  Shoutout to my gal, Elizabeth, for making my shopping experience such a lovely one--and tracking down the shell pictured above!  Make it a good one! 

 

 

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Giveaway: Style Etoile $150 Gift Card

skirt (Nonoo, Style Etoile), shirt (J.Crew Factory), shoes (Pour La Victoire), clutch (Treesje, love THIS), bracelets (Bourbon & Boweties c/o, JCrew), watch (Cartier), ring (Lagos), shades (Gucci)

Morning, Gang!  I am just adoring an Accordion Skirt.  It's ease, flow, and versatility makes for just a lovely addition to your spring wardrobe.  I also paired this with a slouchy sweatshirt for another casual rig.  Lucky for us, Style Etoile is giving away a $150 Gift Card to use on their site (which obviously my personal suggestion would be this skirt, although I'm adoring a handful of their frocks, too)!  Entry is quite simple, please see deets below (select one or all methods of entry):

You MUST: 

*Follow Style Etoile on FaceBook or 

*Follow Style Etoile on Twitter

*An Additional Entry if you Pin one of the images above using the Pin It Button

*Please leave a comment below letting me know what you followed/pinned

Winner will be announced Friday--Good Luck, Gang!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

The Sherbert

  

sweater (Autumn Cashmere, AJs Casual Lexington), jeans (Kate Spade, AJs Casuals Lexington), shirt (J.Crew alternate option), shoes (Pour La Victoire), clutch (Zara), bracelets (J.Crew, Adele of Lexington, Stella & Dot), watch (Michael Kors), shades (Gucci)

Surely you've heard that pastels are making a major splash this spring.  Don't hold off until then to sport it--just toss on some layers be it chambray, denim, or a trench & you can totally sport the trend prior to the warmer months (which we had a glimpse of yesterday)!  Y'all make it a good one & we'll chat Monday!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem  

Mild Mannered

 

coat (Zara, SIMILAR on sale for $50), skirt & tee (J.Crew, LOVE this shade), shoes (Pour La Victoire), belt (J.Crew), necklace (BaubleBar/Atlantic-Pacific Collection), shades (Michael Kors), clutch (Treesje, DARLING option for spring), bracelets (J.Crew & Voce on Clay), ring (David Yurman), watch (Michael Kors)

Mild temps in the Bluegrass yesterday & today!  And while it literally should be illegal to show my casper-like stems in public, I just couldn't resist embracing the 'warmth' sans the tights!  This look is certainly one that will transition perfectly into the spring.  Remember THIS & THIS?  Just a little illustration of how we can sport the tweed & stripes moving into the warmer months (which let's face it--we got a ways to go)!

Little housekeeping note, per the advice of Jill, I (think) I have implemented a new 'comment' platform (I heard lots of issues with peeps not being able to comment on the old one, and quite frankly, I had difficulty replying, too) called Disqus.  Give it a whirl as I LOVE getting feedback from y'all and I do my best to reply accordingly (just know I read EVERY tidbit)!  

Also, in cased you missed it--getting my purge action on and parting ways with my lovely Gucci Positano Tote, feel free to take a gander (and bid)!  Stay tuned as I'm feeling the need to cleanse my closet.  Alright gang, make it a good one!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Pastel Palette

jeans (DL1961 in Mayhem), shoes (Pour La Victoire), shirt & cardi (J.Crew old, Love this color choice, too), necklaces (BaubleBar/Atlantic Pacific collabo HERE & HERE), clutch (JJ Winters), shades (Gucci), bracelets (J.Crew & Adele of Lexington), watch (Michael Kors)

I couldn't help it..I just couldn't help it!  I broke the Spring Seal, gang....you know, where we all try to put spring vibes out there by dressing as such even though the temperature is supposed to plummet this week, and we technically still have over 2 months left of winter!  What with all the mags teasing us with lighter but vibrant palettes and mother nature spiking into the 60s this weekend--it's just all sorts of unfair I tell you!  I will do my darndest to stay the course and focus on the season at hand, but I'm not making any promises!

Two quick notes regarding closet staples--Jeans & a Nude Wedge--I'm apologizing in advance for the heavy rotation that will undoubtedly ensue with these two numbers.  I've been clocking both of these lovelies for a bit now and can I just say they did not disappoint one single bit!  I'm a creature of habit when it comes to my denim and I have so many of the same two brands that I barely ever stray...I'm so very happy I strayed!  These DL1961s are serving up the perfect amount of stretch & distress--just love 'em.  And as for the nude Pour La Victoire's, they cut over the toe just so and lengthen the leg with their perfect shade of nude--loveliness!  Alright kids, you all enjoy a relaxing Sunday and hopefully soak up this break in the weather!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem