Denim, Denim Everywhere!

First off, if you were one of the few who actually bought a piece from the Lilly for Target line, consider yourself lucky.  The madness around that frenzy somehow didn't seem worth it to me.  And those folks now selling it all on eBay for 3x the amount just doesn't sit well with me either.  I'll get off my soapbox now :)

Meanwhile, much like florals, denim is back in a big way.  Not an unusual concept for spring, but denim sure does make me smile- especially as a partner to my white jeans and flip flops!  (maybe someday?  it's STILL cold in Boston in my opinion) Here's my favs as of late:

Petite ladies, this one's for you.

Gap peplum top $39.99

Feels like a dream- love tencel!

Gap denim shirt $49.95

Sassy back!

Gap tulip-back dress $69.95

Who doesn't love a basic shirt dress?

Target Belted Denim Shirt Dress $29.99

Go on, grab your denim and say hello to spring!

Lilly for Target

I sure do love when Target pairs up with designer lines- it's like a little taste of the runway without all the killer cost!  No doubt this will be a major win for Target, as they are joining forces with Lilly Pulitzer, the famous New Yorker turned Palm Beach, who exploded with colorful floral resort wear for the masses.  Her line tends to be pretty preppy, but you sure can't beat the use of color in classic shaped styles.  In my opinion, Target has needed this partnership- and I'm psyched to see how April 19th pans out.  Watch your email (or check out your local Target) to get a piece for yourself!

Here's a few things I've been eyeing...you can check out Target's lookbook for the collection here.

Strapless Nosey Posey Dress $34.00

Embroidered Tunic Camelia Orange $30.00

Espadrilles Upstream $24.00

Wristlet My Fans $20.00

Happy shopping, Lilly fans!

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!