Color Crush - Peach

I was going to do a little mothers day gift guide today but when I started researching gift ideas I found myself gravitating towards everything in this feminine peach hue, so color crush - peach naturally came to mind. Come Spring isn't it so nice to welcome softer colors into our wardrobes? It pairs so well with navy, whites and tans and is the perfect mix of my favorite blush with a touch of orange.  So while a true gift guide will likely be in the works, I think any of the below treats would be a great gift for mom!


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The Classic Black Bag

When it comes to saving and splurging, I tend to spend more on bags and shoes versus everyday clothing. I have always felt an item that will get a good cost per wear could be justified versus an item that may be only worn for one season. So when I was recently asked some advice on purchasing a classic black bag, I was excited to put together a little round up at tiered price points. Not only does a great black back stand the test of time with it's simple style, it works for all the seasons and wears so well with age. My only criteria given for the search was that the purse be scaled to this persons proportions {think petite}, not too trendy and something that would work well with city living and travel. My round up includes everything from the top handle to the timeless tote, most even have a great strap for converting to the always convenient cross body.

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under $3,000

givenchy // chloe // prada

under $1,500

ferragamo // 3.1 philip lim // burberry 

under $500

michael kors // oliveve // ZAC zac posen

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Flattering Flats

Living in the city means a lot of walking around town and heels are definitely not a friend of the broken sidewalks of our little historic neighborhood. I recently picked up these two pairs of flats trying to replace my old favorites {available here in other colors} that are literally worn through the sole and I am having trouble on which pair to keep. I personally love the look of the d'Orsay style with it's pointy toe and open middle. Just feels a bit more dressy then the typical ballet flat. It's perfect for the warmer weather and available in a plethora of prints, materials and colors. A little round up of  some my favorites are below.



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The Classic Black Tote

When it comes to fall fashion the one item that I will consistently have on me is my favorite black tote. I always have felt that a great bag is a good investment especially in a dark color that wears well. Most recently I had the misfortune of learning the hard way that some high end designer bags doesn't always mean they provide the best quality. Which inspired me to find a plethora of fabulous designer bags in my favorite shade {and a little fabulous leopard embellishment too} at all different price points for toting around town! Which one is your favorite???

under $1,500

Gucci Park Avenue Small Tote // Saint Laurent Reversible Shopper Tote // Prada Vitello Danino Snap Top Tote

under $1,000

Loeffler Randall Work Tote // Kate Spade New York Tote - Two Park Avenue Leopard Beau Shopper // 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli Large Tote

under $500

ZAC Zac Posen Eartha Large Soft Shopper // Clare Vivier La Tropezienne 5" // MICHAEL Michael Kors Tote - Large North South Selma

Happy Shopping!

totes my style

I am utterly obsessed with handbags! This is definitely not news to most people who know me as my unhealthy addiction is often evident with the changing of my handbag for each ensemble. While living in the city usually means I am lugging around a cross body to keep my hands free for groceries or vino from the liquor store I would have to admit the tote is by far my all time favorite style. I adore the lady like shape, the adorable top handles and the boxy shape.  I am thinking of cashing in all my change jars {and the help of a  Saks gift card that is dying to be spent} to put towards that little Prada piece of heaven below. Which is your favorite???

Givenchy // Prada // Chloe

YSL // 3.1 Phillip Lim // Reed Krakoff

Christopher Kon // Foley & Corinna // Pour la Vicotoire

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white out

Is there anything more crisp clean & chic then an all white outfit??? {perhaps an all black outfit but we will save that for a fall/winter post} I am totally adoring white on white in all it's forms. Whether you wear it, decorate with it or host a soiree with this color as your all around palette you are sure to look pulled together and polished. I love it mostly in the summer but thanks to silly fashion rules such as "no white after labor day" being thrown out the window this look is acceptable in any season. Just take a look below at the beautiful styles of white on white ensembles.  My favorite is pairing it with a tan belt between the pieces to give your look a little added interest. The best part of this monochromatic style is that you can accessorize it a ton or none at all, either way you will look uber chic!

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tank // belt // pants // sandals // clutch // perfume // polish
sunnies // tote // sandals // skirt // belt // sweater // necklace