Fabulously Floral

I'm reminded of that scene in the movie "The Devil Wears Prada" when Meryl Streep asks in a staff meeting what they have on deck for spring.  And the eager staff member says, "Well, florals are big this year..." And Meryl so coyly says, "Florals, for spring?  Groundbreaking."

I snicker every time.

But the truth is, florals are everywhere for spring- every single year!

Here's my favorite flashy florals I've seen lately:

Love this for a spring wedding!

Asos Chi Chi London Midi Dress $105

Imagining these with a cute denim dress...

Target Layla sneakers $13.59

Precious for a spring event (first communion, baptisms, etc.)

Boden Pandora Skirt $148

Go on, find your floral and flaunt it!

Get Your Glam Bag!

I can't take credit for this one- my sister got me started.  I don't pretend to be a big cosmetics girl.  After all, I do prefer buying clothes over a lipstick, but I feel compelled to share my thoughts on the monthly glam bag by Ipsy!

I'm sure you've seen several iterations of this idea:  pay a flat monthly fee, and you get a special package in the mail featuring new sample products from the cosmetic industry.  Birchbox is another one who sports this deal (for both men and women!).  You can find ones that are animal cruelty free, vegan, etc.  The options are pretty endless, and it's clear this idea has taken off!

So, I'll just share my Ipsy story- now that I'm two months into my glam bag and haven't been disappointed!  For $10 a month and free shipping, I get a personalized (I'll explain that in a moment) cosmetic bag (or as my friend A says it's her "satellite" for the "mothership") :)

The bags are honestly enough to keep me coming!

When you sign up, they take you through a short survey about your skin type/tone and preferences among cosmetics (I could care less about foundations, for example).  Once you select your preferred types of treats, then it's a surprise each month!  5 treasures that are selected with your preferences in mind that coordinate with your skin type/tone.

March Glam Bag!

Includes pur-lisse 4in 1 soy milk cleaner and makeup remover (personal fav)
Crown shadow/crease brush
LeeAnniEco 3 in 1 Revolution Light: toner serum and moisturizer in one

Pixi mineral duo eye shadow in Apricot Glow

NYX butter lipstick in Little Susie

I'm loving it! :)

Blushed with Pink

So they *say* it is officially spring (didn't it snow today in Boston? ugh)- but since there's an inevitable change, I'll keep my eye on the prize!  So many lovely spring like fashions to comment on, but for today- it's all about the blush.  I like to think I know a thing or two about blush, especially considering how easily we redheads blush when embarrassed! :)  You should be seeing blush pink everywhere- from cosmetics to accessories to our favorite fashion staples.  I love it so- a soft, gentle color and screams femininity (one of my resolutions for 2015).  So here's my favorite blush pinks from across the web:

The perfect base color eyeshadow

MAC in Vapour $16.00

If you don't own a Recover seamless tank, you aren't living:

Recover, in Ballerina pink $33.00

 This faux leather tote is ideal for travel!

Forever21 tote in pink $27.90

Precious pink moto jacket

Joe Fresh $49.00

Classic pullover w/ open side slits

BR Textured Cotton/Cashmere Pullover $62.99

I'm here to say, you will see blush pink everywhere...so find your perfect item and ring in spring!

Pop of Popover

My blogging habit just has been pushed down the to do list these last couple months.  In case you missed it, between mid January and early March, Boston had over 100 inches of snow (and I think I literally shoveled every flippin' one!)  So, maybe I just feel like I am coming up for air. Spring is coming!

I've noticed a million trends lately that make for a great blog post, so I'll try my best to keep them comin' now!  So let's start with the popover trend.  Seen it?  The popover is an illusion of separates, but is actually a one piece.  The top literally "pops over" the bottom in a bit of a flare, and there's usually a fun split back.  What do you think?

The color is fabulous!

  Eliza J Crepe Popover $138

Preppy Fit and Flare

Striped Jacquard $138

Classic White (when will spring come??)

Jacquard Knit $148

Sweet embellishments!

Textured Knit $39.99

  Can you see yourself pulling this off? I think I may try it :)

Resolve For You

Where does the time go?  Goodness! A month since my last post- so Happy New Year!  And when we ring in a new year, often we resolve to do (or not do) something that makes us feel and look better.  I'm not a huge resolution person, but I can attest to starting fresh and wanting to make good choices in all aspects of my life- personally and professionally.  I have loads of choices I'd like to make better this year, but this is a fashion blog after all :)

So, in the interest of being a good role model, here's my top 3 FASHIONABLE resolutions for 2015:

• Wear what fits my body well.  And in my case, that's dresses.  I have an ongoing battle with separates (pants, skirts, jeans, etc.)- so quit buying them! And personally, I find it infinitely harder to wear separates as a girl with some curve.  Alas, wear what fits my body well!

Been coveting this for months: 

Anthropologie $178

•  Wear clothing/shoes that are more feminine.  I forget that it's nice to look and feel feminine (I hear fellas like that), and even though I tend to dress more "girly" than most, sometimes simple touches of lace, bows or even showing a little skin (appropriately) are really very powerful!

Such a pretty shoe!  And the SJP line is precious.

Sarah Jessica Parker "Margaret" suede pump $355

• Carry a purse that is both functional and fashionable.  My colleague just scored a fabulous Michael Kors bag and she's never looked back.  Can't say I blame her!  I'm a fan of red- adds a pop of color when everyone else is dragging around black. 

 Such a classic look (and would look great with that dress above!)

Michael Kors Selma Medium Sachel $298

Have a wonderful start to 2015!