Ooo La La Ombre

It's been a crazy few weeks in Boston.  Marathon, bombings, "stay in place" orders, manhunts.  It's been heavy and hard for many of us, and I want to take just one moment to acknowledge something bigger and deeper than my blog post on shopping. 

But we Bostonians carry on, and my shopping kicked into gear when I was stressed and anxious!
So, I may be late to the game on this one too, but I really do like the look of ombre. It's showing up (intentionally this time) in hair color, clothing and accessories with a fresh from the design studio feel.  Some people call it "dip dyed"- but that gives me flashbacks to the 80s when my friends and I would tie-dye our t-shirts to look ultra cool.  But ombre sounds chic, elegant and playful!  I am loving the trend in clothes and accessories.  Here's a few of my new recent favs:

I can't get enough of this canvas tote.

JCP steals the show for $20!

Red Envelope wanted to get in the game too.

Dip Dye Canvas tote $80

Michael Stars rocks this sweater.

Pine Straw in Wellesley sells the blue one! $138

I am not a huge J.Jill fan, but this is cute.

Dip Dyed Kimono Sweater $80

The fresh feel of ombre makes me want to load up my car, roll down the windows, and sing "free fallin" (Jerry Maguire anyone?)- it's clearly springtime finally here in Boston.  I hope ombre sticks around long enough for me to soak up all the fun!

Orla Kiely + Target

I was changing over my handbags recently (yes, I have enough that I use them seasonally), and one of my favorites was rediscovered by Orla Kiely.  I love her playful designs and patters that just scream spring and fun!

I've had this for years and still LOVE it!

I kind of covet this one, but I digress....

Jeanie Bag in Square Flower Print $177.00

You can imagine my delight as I was making my weekly Sunday am Target run and I saw that they partnered up with Orla to make their trademark Method soaps!  (I am behind the 8 ball on this one- apparently, this partnership made its debut in the Fall 2012...oops)  I happened upon them (on sale this week even) and I scored the white nectarine scent, which displayed a great orange-red pattern.  I may just reuse the bottle b/c it's so cute.  See if your local Target has any left for you to enjoy!

Pear Ginger $2.99

Vanilla Chai $2.99

And while I can, I will enjoy my Orla Kiely and hope Target will bring her back for more!

Stately Pride

I was walking through Nordstrom a couple weeks ago waiting on my yummy sandwich to be made from the Bistro (only so I could have their fries and that kalamata olive dip, let's be honest) and made my way over to the accessories department.  Wanted to check out some trends, but also just see what was showing for spring.

It's no secret that I have great pride in my birthplace (Texas!) so when I see items that creatively allow me to do that- I am totally on board. Check out this adorable beauty!  Naturally, I am drawn to the Lone Star State...

I enjoy how the state is spelled out inside the shape.

 (I must say Rhode Island is fun).  

Rhode Island Silver $42

And while I can give a shout out to the Bay State, I will...

Massachusetts Silver $42

So while I didn't buy myself one, I did think it would make a great gift for the high school or college senior graduating...or maybe to that friend who is relocating...or maybe just for someone who loves her state as much as I do! 

Spring Forward

I am still recovering from Daylight Saving time starting last week.  Seriously, it's only an hour and it feels like 3.  In any case, when I made the bi-annual tour of my house to change every clock I could find (which happens to be so many more than I realized), I also had to find my watch(es) and reset those. Since I was springing forward in time, I wondered if my watch(es) also represented this new season upon us.

*Side note, while everyone else celebrates the beginning of Spring tomorrow, those of us in Boston are still digging out from ANOTHER snow storm today.  I shall refrain from complaining further :)

Back to spring watches...

 How fun is this from Sprout?

Organic Cotton Strap $30

I adore Skagen for $ and quality!

Color Border w/ Leather Strap $95

Marc Jacobs always knows how to use color.

Henry Dinky Watch $150

Pretty sweet anchor detail!

Juicy Couture "Rich Girl" $195

And while we are on the topic of time, Easter is around the corner!
White seems perfect...

Fossil Grant Ceramic $235

enjoy this time of everything fresh, new and lovely!

Solid Gold

I am growing to like gold.  I always was a silver girl, and maybe someday I'll upgrade to platinum, but for now...one step at a time.  (pardon the pun)

I am loving the trend of gold block heels, where only the heel of a shoe (usually a blocked heel) is gold.  Have you seen these?  J.Crew seems to have led the way:

Janey Patent Flats $178

Janey Crystal Flat $398

Nine West plays along, too.  Really like the chain accent inside!

Quancy Ballet Flat $89

For a little sparkle in your life

Asos Lake Ballet Flat $29

Maybe Dorothy needed not only red heels, but also gold blocked ones to get home? :)