Infinite Chic

So, now that spring is just around the corner it is time to break out that box you’ve had in the back of your closet all winter. Out of that box comes a world of color, lightweight fabrics and lace that have been hiding from the dreary grayscale of winter. However, I think spring is my absolute favorite time of year because of the clothing options it gives you. For instance, living in Seattle some days are chilly and some days are gloriously warm, so a nice variety is acceptable. My first purchase of the spring season (only if I’m shopping on a sunny day mind you) is a fabulous sundress and some cute open toed shoes. The sun just inspires me…although sometimes buying a contrasting cardigan is just the thing to deal with WA weather.

The Classic: Eyelet For Everyone

Eyelet is definitely my favorite for sundress season. It is lightweight, comfortable and breezy, but at the same time chic and classy. These two dresses fall into two different price zones, the left one being BCBG and the right being Roxy, but both will do the trick for a romantic spring look. Both could be paired with a cute pastel or bright cardigan and some sandals to show off your pedicure, or look a little more rustic with some couture western boots and a jean jacket. No matter what style I think this look is the simplest to pull off and ALWAYS looks classy.

The Trendsetter: Dare to be Different

Be different and skip straight to bright colors the second the sun shows it’s face. When everyone else is still slowly transitioning from their greys and blacks of winter to a colorful sunny world, jump right in. I love the coral color on the left in the ABS Allen Schwartz dress. It’s such a fun contrast to Seattle winter wear and I like that it shows a little leg with its length, because it is definitely important for your legs to see the sunlight before swimsuit season (thank goodness we still have time.) The dress on the right is definitely what I would call Spring or Kelly Green. It is made by Juicy and is lightweight linen, perfect for sunny, warm days. I love the bright colors of spring, it is like the light at the end of the tunnel, the thing you look forward to all winter and the thing that gets you through til the sunshine.

The Hopeless Romantic: A Chance to be Girly Again

There is something to be said about being girly, I think it is the way to go, especially in the spring when you can wear modest and flattering dresses and look incredibly sexy without baring it all. Not to mention, summer is coming closer and closer and bikinis definitely take care of the “bare it all” look. These two dresses, both by Calvin Klein, are the perfect example of the girly look. Both are in light pastel colors and the cut on both is very flattering on almost anybody. The only thing missing is your trusty string of pearls. This look is both classic and sexy and I wish more girls realized that showing a lot of skin is not the only way to have sex appeal. I also love the pleats and the other girly embellishments on these designs (we all know I’m obsessed with bows!)

Choose your look carefully, but with any of these categories you should be home free. Step into the sunshine with flair and look fabulous, you owe it to yourself after this long long winter.

I took last week off from school and work to jet over to the East Coast (apologies for not writing in the last week, I was too preoccupied being relaxed.) It was a refreshing taste of relaxation before returning to the busy world of everyday life. Airports are one of my favorite places to be, not only because it has to be one of the safest places on the planet but also to check out the styling bags everybody travels with. This trip was exceptionally colorful in the types of bags people were carrying, maybe it’s because they do it differently on the other side of the country. No matter what it is, I’ve decided that my luggage needs a makeover.

When it comes to duffels, Betsey and Coach do it best. These cute pieces really make packing for a trip fun. The Coach is the classic print and the brown and tan match everything, but if you’re looking for something frivolous and fun the Betsey Johnson rolling duffel in lipstick red really makes you stand out among the hustle and bustle of travel life.

Suitcases galore! For the more classical style suitcase with a little flair check out these pieces. Not to mention they’ll match the duffels above that you’re considering purchasing. Why shouldn’t travel be as fun as the vacation that awaits at the end of the plane ride? I am a firm believer in the fact that one cannot have TOO MANY cute things!

I couldn’t talk about fashionable luggage and NOT talk about the master: Louis Vuitton. The bag on the left is the classic keep-all from Vuitton and I definitely saw at least three travelers carrying them in the airport this weekend. The Betsey Johnson bag on the right is part of her new line and is a very fun accessory to the humdrum plane ride. Both bags are more of a carry-on, because you cannot just have fabulous checked luggage, your carry-on must be equally fabulous AND extra points if your entire matching set is fabulous. HAPPY TRAVELS!

As Valentines Day approaches, we see more and more heart jewelry advertised. My guess, they’re trying to create a need for expensive Valentine’s jewelry so that the girlies will want it and the guys will therefore have to buy it. It is a tricky system, but nevertheless has continued to work for decades. I’m guilty, I own some pretty amazing heart jewelry that I wear almost as often as I get dressed. Despite the Hallmark atmosphere of this holiday I am definitely a firm believer in jewelry as gifts and there are some pretty fun pieces of Valentine’s Day jewelry that people shouldn’t have to live without.

For instance, I’m sure we’re all hoping we get a little blue box on the special day, after all it’s everything a girl should wish for. It’s definitely the best of the best when it comes to Valentine’s Day jewelry and they know it as displayed in their tagline of “Nothing gets to the heart of the matter like a gift from Tiffany.” Personally, my favorite is the heart collection designed by Elsa Peretti. It’s just the classic and simple heart cutout pendant that is signature Tiffany. But there’s something to be said about the classics.

If you’re looking for some more fun not-so-serious heart jewelry Juicy Couture has some fun Valentine’s Day treats. The Sweet Shoppe charm bracelet is a treat in itself with it’s cute Sweetheart candy inspired charms with messages written on the hearts. It definitely screams Valentines Day, but I bet with some outfit coordination you could pull it off year round. I have to admit, I’m also sucked in by the cute, pink heart boxes that everything comes in

Looking for something glitzy and stunning? I really liked this white gold and diamond heart pendant from Zales, it’s sure to take a girls breath away. I think what appealed to me most was that the diamonds only wrap around part of the heart because it is different from your typical diamond studded heart pendant. It definitely captures the spirit of Valentine’s Day mixed with the fact that diamonds are a girls best friend!

Good luck on your Valentine’s Day wishes…I hope they all come true!

Pink is my new color, it might be a phase, but I’ll take it.
Pink also happens to be the new spring “it” color…but when does pink actually go out of style I guess this time of year is definitely the time to start getting into pink because of the well known holiday we all love and despise at the same time. So I’ve decided the best way to beat the valentine’s day blues is shopping for pink things!!

These shoes for instance, they would knock the blues right out of me. There’s just something about pink that puts a spring in my step (no pun intended.) The Kate Spade pair (left) would be so cute with a springy white lace sundress and pink cardigan and the Miss Sixty hot pink pumps (right) would add a spark to the slinky little black dress in the back of your closet that has been dying to be worn all winter!

Accessories wise, these win. The Alexis Bittar bracelets (left) are a must have (and the pink one is super cute.) They are made from lucite resin and are the lightest chunky jewelry you will ever own. The Betsey Johnson scarf (right) will definitely jazz up your typical black peacoat (and the Miss Sixty pumps will match PERFECT!) Why not be warm in style?

Pretty much I’m in love. These pink dresses are brilliant. The ABS Allen Schwartz dress (right) really pops with the bright pink and the shiny satin fabric. You will definitely make an impression, whether out for a romantic Valentine’s day dinner or a wild night out. The BCBG stunner (left) is adorable. I love that it’s not one of the typical pinks you see in fashion everywhere. It’s a little more subdued and very elegant. Love it.

The Salvatore Ferragamo tote (right) is a great bag for carrying books to class (in my case) or as an everyday purse when you want to make a statement…or show off your electric personality. The Coach umbrella (left) is perfect for a rainy day, with the grey sky and depressing atmosphere, a little pink is what everybody needs