ChicWish Floral Embroidered Dress

Happy Monday loves!  Can we just talk about this perfectly embroidered dress?  So sweet and Spring-like.  It certainly has me gearing up for warmer days ahead.  Have a great week!

xo

Photos by: Danielle

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outfit details

dress: ChicWish, loving this one and this one too  //  purse: Forever 21 (old, last seen), similar here  //  booties: old, shop similar here & here  //  shades: Loft, love these too  //  tights: Hue Backseam Tights

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Peasant Peplum // with Femme Boutique Boston

How cute is my new peplum top, thanks to Femme Boutique Boston?  It makes me want to pack away my entire winter wardrobe, but unfortunately, Mother Nature just is not cooperating!  I was able to wear it this past Sunday, for a little Sunday-Funday with Danielle (thanks for taking these pics).  Hoping for more beautiful weather soon! 

xo KJL

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blouse: c/o Femme Boutique Boston  //  jeans: Hudson (my favorite black jeans!)  //  boots: Circus by Sam Edelman (last worn here), shop similar here  //  earrings: TJMaxx, very similar pair here  //  shades: Ray-Ban  //  purse: 'Emile' by Alexander Wang, love this one

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Floral Peplum Blouse

I attended my first #portraitMEET a couple weekends ago with my friend Danielle, at this really cool old mill building in central Mass.  It was inspiring to be around so many professional photographers, models and influencers, all snapping away in this really unique setting.  [While I'm over here maintaining my amateur status.]  We got some great pointers, met some really talented people and created some pretty good content.  We captured the perfect afternoon light filtering into the stairwell just in time to snap these shots.  I'm really looking forward to the next opportunity.  

In the meantime, shop my look below.  This floral print blouse is on crazy sale -- additional 60% off, no code needed!  And these jeans too are currently on sale!  I'm obsessed with the fit -- 'modern straight' -- with just a slight ankle length flare.  

xo

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outfit details

jeans: Loft  //  blouse: Loft Floral Peplum Blouse  //  purse: Topshop (old), shop similar here  //  

necklace: J.Crew Factory (old), shop similar here  //  heels: B Brian Atwood Karina Embellished Pump (also on sale) shop them here in black too  //  

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Botanical Clover Canyon

I was a bit apprehensive to wear this cut-out Clover Canyon dress over the past weekend to a Bridal Shower, afraid I'd be showing too much skin.  But after some convincing by my mom and sis, I wore it and I'm glad I did.  I paired her with my favorite leopard clutch (for some fun pattern mixing), simple gold jewelry and of course, my go-to bright pink aviators.  I'm loving the perfect balance of flirty, sexy and girly that this dress embodies.  Plus, the neoprene fabric allows me to feel tucked and secured in all the right places.  And because of the heavier weight to the dress, I don't have to worry about her being see-through or feeling like I'm wearing nothing at all.  The dress is perfect for a day-time lunch, weekend brunch or bridal shower. 

This number had been on my wish/watch list for a quite a while, and I finally snagged it on sale at Bloomingdales.  Unfortunately, it is now sold out but the same botanical print (exclusive to Bloomingdales) is also available as a chemise, crop top, robe and pajama set.  (shop some similar prints below) 

Linking up with:  Laura  //  Carylee  //  SFH  //  Cappuccino & Fashion  //  Who's Wearing What  //  Tucker Up  //  Style Me Weekly  //  The Pleated Poppy  //  Oh Hey Girl  //  Michelle  //  Molly  //  Trend Spin  //  

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outfit details

dress: Clover Canyon Botanical Print Dress, loving this bloom print dress or this mix-print dress (on sale!)  //  shoes: Zara (old), similar here  //  purse: Clare V. Leopard Foldover Clutch, similar here for under $50  //  shades: Ray-Ban Aviators, loving these retro inspired for under $20 //  

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Spring Shift

Today's looks is all about celebrating this gorgeous spring weather we've been having.  After such a brutal and long winter, it has been a huge sigh of relief to finally have some sunny days.  I took full advantage on Easter Sunday, pairing this navy & stripe shirtdress with my new favorite printed pumps (see here), and of course, a bold purse to tie it all together.  Oh, and #ineedatan

Link Ups: Classy Yet Trendy  //  Style Elixir  //  

Outfit Details

dress: Loft Stripeblock Shirtdress, sold out but similar here  //  heels: Ivanka Trump  //  purse: Nordstrom Rack  //  shades: Kate Spade, similar here

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Life Lately via Instagram

{  kicked back fur  }

sweater: Trouvé Shirttail Hem Sweater, so soft & several colors to choose from  //  bottoms: BP  //  shoes: Chuck Taylor Classic via Converse Outlet, last seen here  //  vest: T.J.Maxx, similar here and here   //  bag: Nordstrom Reversable Vegan Tote  //  necklace: Forever 21, last worn here

{  #currentlywearing  }

sweater: GAP  //  shirt: J.Crew Factory  //  boots: Sam Edelman in 'Penny', last seen here  //  jeans: Edyson, my favs  //  purse: TopShop x Nordstrom V-Panel Carryall  //     

 {  pretty excited about how well my new favorite scarf matches last year's favorite jacket  }

jacket: J.Crew, seen here  //  scarf: Express  //  heels: Sole Society 

{  #stacked  }

books: Yves Saint Laurent  //  Florence Broadhurt  //  Kate Spade: Things We Love    

{  shrug & scarf kind of day  }

jeans: Hudson  //  scarf: Target  //  shrug: Forever 21 Knit Dolman Cardigan  //  booties: Circus by Sam Edelman Holt Ankle Boot, also worn here  //  

{  meet ms. new booty  }

shoes: Via Spiga 'Fedora' Lace Up Wedge Bootie, similar here, last seen here  //  ottoman: Homegoods, similar here & here    

{  my favorite combo  }

sweater: Trouve Cricket V-Neck Sweater, also worn here  //  shoes: Nine West (old) //  bag: Nordstrom Reversable Vegan Tote  //  shades: Ray-Ban Aviators  //       

{  colorblock-ed  }

heels: J.Crew Factory Color-block, (old) similar style here  //

{  last night's treat after a long day/night of Christmas shopping  }

champs glasses: Homegoods, similar here

{  floral track pants  }

pants: Loft  //  shirt: h&m  //  jacket: Joie  //  purse: Michael Kors, also seen here

Link Ups:  Trend Spin  //  the Pleated Poppy  //  What I Wore Wednesday  //  Tucker Up  //  Oh, Hey Girl!  //  I do deClaire  //  Random Wednesday  //  Who's Wearing What  //   Thursday Favorites  //   

Mixing

Happy Monday, everyone.  Mondays are my least favorite day of the week (most people would probably agree).  Therefore, I have nothing exciting to write about, except for my excitement about this outfit.  I had been experimenting with pattern mixing with several pieces in my closet (see Instagram photo) + I think this look was a success. 

The key is to keep the color palates in the same family.  In this case, the skirt has a base of small, crisscrossed black + white lines, so pairing it with the bit larger lines of this simple black + white stripe crop top was an obvious choice.  Plus, I couldn't resist buying this top since it was less than $20 at Nordstrom Rack (I love the fun + flirty open-back detail).  Hey, it's all about the details, right?  If you're looking to start experimenting with mixing patterns, keep it simple, start small, and avoid more than one large print.  Happy Styling.  

OUTFIT DETAILS 

{ skirt: Sugar Lips, last seen here }  { top: Nordstrom Rack }  { purse: Kate Spade New York }  { heels:  Lauren Conrad via Kohls, similar here }  { shades: Ray-Ban Aviators }

Gingham Goes Floral

Oh, the joys of Friday...  Even though I have to work all weekend (Sox are home and Yanks are in town), I have no other major plans, except for a long run sometime tomorrow.  Sometimes the days // weekends are just so damn-jam packed, it's nice to just sit back + relax.  I have some busy weekends coming up in August so I should enjoy this "down" time while I can, right?  That's what I'm telling myself anyways.

Back to the outfit, I ended up purchasing this skirt on major sale at L&T (obvs).  I love the print mixing happening, even though I can't take credit since I didn't design the skirt.  My goal in life (or at least in my wardrobe) is to experiment more with different patterns + prints.  {I started to look for some separates in my closet that may help get my creative juices flowing, see here.}  I can do it, just gotta stay confident.  Have a fabulous weekend!  

OUTFIT DETAILS 

{ skirt: Lord & Taylor 424 Fifth }  { top: Lord & Taylor Split Neck Blouse (I just purchased it in black, too) }  { heels: French Connection Ellis D'Orsay, black option here }  { purse: Kate Spade Charlotte Street Sylvie, more colors here, similar style here }  { shades: Ray-Ban Aviators }  { necklace: J.Crew Factory, old but so many great options here }