Keeping The Peace In Summer Neutrals

Picking up where I left off (here)... I survived the last day of school with only a few emotional scars.  I completely fell apart in the hallway after walking my boys in one last time.  I don’t know why I even did it.  In the last seven years, I’ve probably walked them in only a handful of times, but in the words of Carrie Bradshaw, “I’m an emotional cutter.”  So, anyway…

We stuck to our last-day-of-school tradition and headed to the beach for Memorial Day weekend.  A little sun and sand were just what I needed to shake off the blues.  It was a relaxing week, and the kids had a really good time.  In fact, they were so good together that it gave me a false sense of hope for summer tranquility.  Don't worry though, reality has set in, and the boys have resumed their love-hate relationship.  There was a moment yesterday afternoon where I was not sure I would make it.  My oldest son tests my patience daily, and he seems to relish in doing it.  His intense, strong-willed personality completely overwhelms my laid-back inner-peacemaker.  Last week they were in separate day-camps, which allowed me a few hours to get some work done before mayhem ensued.  Plus, I was thinking that the hours apart might calm them a little, but so far, no such luck.  

I still have high hopes that we can retreat to our neutral corners, and I don’t know about you, but my favorite neutrals involve white jeans and soft blushes.  At the moment, I have them watching a movie (it's raining outside), and I'm lost in an online world of beautiful clothes (check out some of my finds below).  And since I know the silence will not last, anyone who has some peace-making skills, bring it on!  

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C'est La Vie

My latest obsession?  I'm glad you asked, it's La Vie by Rebecca Taylor.  It has all the feminine style of Rebecca Taylor, but in more durable fabrics and at a better price-point.  I was in Atlanta in the Rebecca Taylor shop a couple of months ago when I stumbled across the line.  It's not all over yet, but I know it will be soon.  The store manager said that Rebecca Taylor noticed that her friends were not wearing her clothes on family outings with their kids on the weekends.  As a mother of three, I totally get it.  I love a pretty silk blouse as much as the next girl, but let's face it, when you're at a birthday party with cake and face paint, a silk blouse is not the most practical choice.  But, in the words of Sophia Petrillo, I digress... La Vie solves the problem of what to wear to the park, the party or the play date.  Soft cottons, pretty prints and relaxed dresses make up a line of easy to wear clothing that I love.

While I was in the store I got this poplin top that is perfect for late winter/early spring in Florida.  I've paired it with my ever-present Vince sneakers, a Chloe saddle bag (similar, similar) and a pair of high-waisted AG Jeans.  I've been on a mission lately to get more jeans without distressing.  I didn't exactly succeed with this pair.  As Scott pointed out, I just moved the distressing off the knee.

I love the detail on this top.  From the flowers to the pleating to the eyelets.  Plus, it is so light-weight.  

This is how I spend most of our photo shoots.  Traci, in this case, had to try to snap a pic in between my fits of laughter.  She was very patient.

Here's another La Vie top I picked up.  This one is a thin gauze with a lace detail around the collar, sleeve hem and down the front.  For the last month or so, I've been pairing it with these Rag & Bone high-waisted jeans - please note they have no holes!  Distressing at the hem does not count!

Here are some of my La Vie picks for this spring!

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Rebecca Taylor Long Sleeve Silk Blouse

There is just something about a pale pink silk top.  This one exudes femininity with sheer sleeves and ties at the wrists.  When I see a beautiful top like this I immediately think white jeans but it would look fabulous with so many things.  I love this one by Rebecca Taylor.  Bluetique, one of our favorite local stores, recently picked up this line and we have had so much fun trying it all on.  The ladder stitching from the black dress in Friday's post is also seen here on the sleeves.  

I love combos of pink/red/orange (in case you can't tell).  The colors of beautiful sunsets.  I think the clutch adds a lot to the subdued colors of this outfit.  Pairing white jeans with this top was a no brainer for me.  How would you style it?

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Are You Ready To Spring Forward?

Not to rub it in, but we've already had a little taste of spring down here in Pensacola.  It was 70 degrees and sunny for my tennis match last Friday, and it stayed that way all weekend.  The warm weather got me thinking about spring clothes, so I was thrilled when my friend Laura asked me to take some pictures of the spring stock at her store Bluetique.

This ensemble is my favorite one we put together!  It is feels like me.  I'm so excited that Bluetique recently started carrying Wilt t-shirts, and I particularly love the soft pink color of this one.  We paired with some white AG jeans and a Ceri Hoover bag that I'm in love with.  The combination of gray and tan leathers are perfect for spring, or anytime of the year, for that matter.  Finally, some fun bracelets and a simple striped scarf pulled the whole look together.

These new shades were an early birthday present from my mom, and I couldn't love them more!  You can't really see in these photos, but they are a great tortoise color.

The shoes are also mine, but they are from years ago.  They are one of those pairs that I pray never wear out or go out of style.  They are a great neutral color and they go with everything.

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Dressing for Thanksgiving

What are your Thanksgiving plans? Do you have a tradition or do you switch it up year to year?

This year, we are going out for Thanksgiving dinner.  I am not sure what I am wearing but it will probably be a little dressier than my usual Thanksgiving attire.  In hopes of inspiring myself and you, I am sharing a couple of the outfits Emily & I put together during a recent photo shoot at Bluetique.  We photographed several casual options but my favorite was this washed black blazer from Three Dots.  Most of us first came to know Three Dots from their t-shirts but I feel the line has a lot more to offer these days. The dress I am wearing is also Three Dots and I am thinking it may be a good option for this Thursday.  I love the leather trim around the arms and the deep pockets!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Photography by Jessica Edwards

Three Dots Moto Blazer | Sita Murt sweater | AG jeans 

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Fur Vest & A Pop Of Color

When I was in college my sorority had this fur vest that was passed down each year from graduating senior to rising senior.  "The Fur" as it was aptly called was worn with pride, a vest of honor, an item to be treasured, but it was also considered funny because it was so ugly by late-90s standards.  I'm sad to say, The Fur was never mine to wear or pass down, but I do wonder where it is now, because it would totally be in style.  

Although this fur vest reminds me of that one from college, it's a much prettier version - one that I would gladly wear anytime.  It is so soft and cozy that it makes for the perfect fall accessory.  I've paired it with a high-low off-white blouse, dark denim, stacked-heal boots and a red bag for a pop of color (all of which can be found locally at Bluetique).

Here's to "The Fur!"

Amy Matto Vest (similar) | Elliot Lauren Top (similar here and here) | AG Jeans | Samoe Bag (similar) | Toms Boots

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Casual Fall & Over the Knee boots

Last week, Emily and I spent the morning at Bluetique checking out the new fall arrivals.  We had a hard time choosing between all of the cozy sweaters, cute jeans, scarves, and dresses.  The day we took these pictures it was about 80 degrees but thankfully the temperatures have since dropped and I might actually be able to wear something like this!  I love the softness of the sweater and scarf paired with the leather over the knee boots.  I found the boots at The Market & Mainly Shoes last winter.  They are flat which makes them easy to walk in but they bring a little spice because are leather, tall and zip up the back.  

Check back later this week to see some of the other looks that we put together at Bluetique. 

Many thanks to Jessica Edwards for taking the photos!

Sweater: Leo & Sage | Scarf: Alashan Cashmere | Jeans: AG Farrah Skinny
Bag: Ceri Hoover | Boots (old): Dolce Vita

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