Cold Shoulder

Floral, One-shoulder dress, Summer fashion

Michael Kors necklace, one-shoulder dress, Hillary Christine Biggs style

personal style, Boston blogger, florals

Summer fashion, vintage belt, Michael Kors necklace

Got this great one-shoulder dress at Marshall’s a few years ago, and I’ve gotten a lot of use out of it. In the Fall, I will top it off with an oversized sweater or my denim jacket and booties. But for now, sexy sandals and a statement necklace are the perfect accents for a night out with my manfriend.

Wearing – Dress via Marshalls, vintage belt, Steve Madden shoes (last seen here), Michael Kors necklace, BaubleBar ring, Alex+Ani and vintage bracelet

Black and Bone

Zara skirt, NIC+ZOE top, Black + white trend

NIC+ZOE Keyhole top, Hi-Low skirt, Summer fashion

Hi-Low skirt, Zara, Steve Madden leopard wedge

NIC+ZOE Keyhole top, Summer fashion, Boston blogger

I never tire of Black + White (or some shade of white), and one of my favorite ways to accessorize this color palette is with rich cognac accents, like this belt. Leopard wedges pull it all together for a polished, but laid-back late Summertime look.

Wearing – NIC+ZOE top, Zara skirt (old), Steve Madden wedges, Kate Spade bag, Michael Kors watch

Nobody Puts Baby in the Corner

Paige Denim, Boho-fashion, Summer fashion

embroidery trend, Ray-Ban sunglasses, Summer fashion

Paige denim, Boho-inspired, White jeans

Ray-Ban sunglasses, Forever21 top, personal style

Franco Sarto sandals, perforated leather, Paige denim

This look was inspired by one of my favorite movies, Dirty Dancing – specifically this scene. I love Baby’s laid-back take on preppy style in this movie, and when I found this top in my drawer (from oh circa 2008), I knew I had to pair it with white jeans…

Wearing – Paige Denim jeans (similar), Forever21 top (old), Franco Sarto heels (old), Ray-Ban sunglasses, Michael Kors watch, Alex+Ani bracelet, Presh wrap bracelet, Anthropologie studs

Petals-a-Plenty

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Floral, summer fashion, NIC+ZOE

Shoemint, NIC+ZOE, Boston blogger

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Stole my title from the name of this dress… it is aptly named, though, wouldn’t you say? With this heat wave in Boston, the only sensible thing to wear is sandals and an easy summer-dress –  I love the pretty print on this one, don’t you?

WearingNIC+ZOE dress, Shoemint shoes (last seen here), Calvin Klein belt, BaubleBar ring, Gorjana rings, Off-Fifth necklace (last seen here)

Marilyn Moment

White Dress, Summer Fashion, Denim Jacket

Summer Fashion, Boston blogger, Steve Madden sandals

How to wear a denim jacket, Summer layering, Fashion blogger

Pleated skirt, Steve Madden sandals, Little white dress

What can I say? It’s hard not to pull a Marilyn when you are wearing a white pleated dress outside in the Summertime… Plus, it is kind of fun to twirl 🙂 I hope everyone has a fantastic holiday weekend!

Wearing – Dress via Marshall’s (similar), Boston Proper denim jacket (love this version), Steve Madden sandals c/o (similar), Michael Kors watch, J. Crew bangle, Presh wrap bracelet via Gilt, Gorjana rings (here and here)

Summer Brights

Anthropologie dress, Linea Pelle belt, Ray-Ban clubmaster

Summer fashion, Boston blogger, Kate Spade bag

Anthropologie dress, Shoemint Sandals, Personal style

Anthropologie dress, Linea Pelle belt, Boston blogger

Shoemint, Lace up sandals, Summer shoes

I scored this dress last Summer in an Anthropologie sale, and it is still one of my faves… It’s a classic shirt dress with a modern print in punchy colors… plus, it has a contrast back placket which I adore. This piece perfectly fits my “classic with a twist” style…

Wearing – Anthropologie dress (similar here and here), Linea Pelle belt (old, like this one), Shoemint sandals (similar), Kate Spade bag, Michael Kors watch, Off-Fifth bracelet, Alexander McQueen skull ring, Gorjana rings (here and here), Ray-Ban sunglasses

Movie Moment

Equipment Dress, Steve Madden sandals, vintage belt

Collar necklace, Summer fashion, Equipment dress

Boston fashion, Summer style, Midi-dress

Steve Madden sandals, Equipment dress, vintage belt

This dress reminds me of one of my favorite fashion moments in movie history… the polo scene in Pretty Woman, when Julia Roberts is wearing that brown and white polka-dot dress, cinched with a belt, and a straw hat. And, of course, I get confused for Julia Roberts all.the.time in my dreams. Now all I need is a silver fox/billionaire to woo me and take me to polo matches… What are some of your favorite fashion moments in movies?

Wearing – Equipment dress (last seen here), Steve Madden sandals (similar), vintage belt and necklace, gifted cuff, BaubleBar beaded bracelet, gifted Alex+Ani gold bracelet, Anthropologie earrings (old)

Insta-Life, Part 6

Shoemint, ootd, Kate Spade

1. Romy heels c/o Shoemint (similar), 2. OOTD featuring bright pink trousers (similar), 3. favorite new Kate Spade bag (seen here)

OOTD, NIC+ZOE, Logo Tee, Browns Lobster Pound

4. OOTD featuring NIC+ZOE sweater and James Jeans, 5. Juicy Couture logo tee, 6. Best fried seafood ever at Browns

Personal Style, Boston blogger, Bruins

7. OOTD featuring Steve Madden loafers, 8. Mini Golf fail, 9. Go Bruins!! 

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Classic Chic

Marc by Marc Jacobs blouse, J. Crew denim, Steve Madden sandals

Ray Ban sunglasses, Marc by Marc Jacobs blouse, Classic chic outfit

Kate Spade bag, Marc by Marc Jacobs blouse, Michael Kors watch

J. Crew denim, Steve Madden sandals, Personal Style blog

Ray Ban sunglasses, Marc by Marc Jacobs blouse, Personal style blog

Classic chic outfit, Fashion basics, Spring style

Steve Madden sandals, Spring shoes, Mint accessories

When in doubt, I always reach for a pair of straight leg or boyfriend jeans, an easy, oxford blouse, and a great pair of shoes. This foolproof ensemble always looks effortlessly chic, which is what every woman strives for, isn’t it?

Wearing – J. Crew jeans (similar), Marc by Marc Jacobs blouse (similar), Steve Madden sandals c/o, Kate Spade bag, Bauble Bar earrings (similar) and bracelet, Michael Kors watch, Turquoise ring (boutique find), Ray Ban sunglasses

Seeing Stripes

Derek Lam for Kohls, Kate Spade bag, Steve Madden booties

Derek Lam for Kohls dress, Striped dress, Kate Spade bag

Bauble Bar bracelet, Kate Spade bag, Leather wrap bracelet

Derek Lam for Kohls dress, Boston blogger, how to wear stripes

Never ones to pass up a designer diffusion collection, my Mom and I picked out this number from the Derek Lam for Kohl’s line that launched recently. I love the combination of colors in this dress and its versatility – I can wear this dress to the office, out to dinner, or with flats and a scarf on the weekends. This piece is definitely joining the ranks of my go-anywhere Summer dresses…

Wearing – Derek Lam for Kohls dress (lusting over this one), Steve Madden booties c/o, Necklace via Off-Fifth, Kate Spade bag (purchased in last week’s major sale), vintage and Gorjana rings (here and here), similar watch, and Bauble Bar bracelet