Blue Accents

Thursday, July 18, 2013

Sale alert: (Updated) At Forever 21, free shipping on $21+ purchases through 7/21 with code FREESHIP21.

Today only at LOFT, take 50% off everything with code TODAY50.
- Cotton shorts with 4" inseam - $19.75 with code (I'm wearing 00R - TTS / outfit below)
- Vaughn t-strap sandals - $12.50 with code (I'm wearing size 6 - TTS / outfits: here, here)

Also, at Ann Taylor: take 40% off entire purchase with code FASHION40.
- Balcony shirtdress - $65.99 with code (see review/outfit)

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With summer humidity in full swing, I turned yet again to a favorite color scheme of mine, the all-white ensemble. The lighter colors really do help me stay cooler longer. For added interest, I accessorized with blue accessories.
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sunglasses: Walmart aviator (similar)
lips: Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in wink for pink (sold here)
necklace: Amrita Singh Sag Harbor (similar)
tee: H&M (similar)
bracelet: Madewell knot cuff (similar)
belt: J.Crew (similar)
shorts: LOFT cotton shorts w/4" inseam ($19.75 with code TODAY50)
bag: Marc Jacobs large Single - gift from aunt (sold here)
shoes: J.Crew Viv stripe flats (similar)

Little Black Dress

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

Over the weekend, DH and I went to a wedding held at the Ronald Reagan Building in downtown DC. The venue was absolutely gorgeous, with a traditional neoclassical exterior and contemporary interior complete with high ceilings and glass everywhere. I wish I had taken more photos, but was too preoccupied with making sure we didn't get lost (one of the few times a smartphone sure would've been handy!) The building is open to the public though, so we'll have the chance to visit again. Just a heads up that IDs are checked and people/cars are screened by metal detectors upon entrance.

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[photo above]: On the Pavilion room balcony overlooking the Woodrow Wilson plaza

Casual in Pastels

Sunday, July 14, 2013

Today's outfit is a change of pace for me. Instead of dark colors, I wore pastels in airy fabrics to combat the summer humidity.

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lips: Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in wink for pink (sold here)
scarf: American Eagle (similar)
top: Talbots (similar)
ring: H&M (similar)
bracelet: Madewell knot cuff (similar)
dress as skirt: Old Navy eyelet (sold here)
bag: H&M (similar)
nail polish on toes: OPI South Beach Paint My Moji-toes Red
shoes: LOFT Vaughn t-strap sandals (sold here)

Green Everywhere

Friday, July 12, 2013

When putting together today's outfit, I had the niggling suspicion in the back of my mind that I was copying the look from somewhere. A few clicks later confirmed my thoughts. Over a year ago, I had seen Alexandra in a green blouse with a lace skirt. Even though I was drawn to her snakeskin clutch at the time (which I happily bought thanks to her), I must've made a mental note to try her outfit if I ever find myself with similar pieces. Today's outfit is the result, a casual spin with flats and a camo belt.

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sunglasses: Walmart aviator (similar)
lips: Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in wink for pink (sold here)
necklace: Forever 21 (similar)
top: Gap (similar)
belt: crewcuts camo (similar)
rings: H&M (recent - sold in stores)
bag: H&M (similar)
nail polish on toes: OPI South Beach Paint My Moji-toes Red
shoes: LOFT Vaughn t-strap sandals (sold here)

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