Now that it’s warming up outside, I was able to wear this sleeveless top over the weekend. It’s one of my favorites because it’s simple, yet different because of the ruffle details. I especially love the ruffles along the bottom of the top.
Top: Banana Republic
Pants: Madewell BlancNYC skinny jeans
Shoes: Steve Madden
Bag: Coach ‘Madison’ handbag
Accessories: Kate Spade dot bangle; Express necklace and beaded bracelets; Essie ‘Wife Goes On’ toe nail polish
{A set of pearl bracelets that are completely feminine (similar version here)}
This week, I’ve been inspired by small details, whether it’s the way a pearl bracelet makes me feel when I put it on, or a thoughtful note from someone who took time out of their day to reach out to me. It’s the little things that can easily add happiness to a day!
{This floral-scented lotion with touches of Gardenia has been keeping me smelling sweet and is displayed on a small tray that my talented mom made. Visit her Etsy site here!}
{This Kate Spade postcard was too cute to toss, so I put it in a picture frame to display on a shelf in my closet}
{A neon pink belt to add a pop color to any outfit}
{A handwritten thank-you note from a Coach sales associate that I came across in a drawer this week. Her note was so sweet that I’ve kept it, and this week I added it to my inspiration board.}
I love to wear things that are accented with a nice bow. Whether it’s an accent on a pair of shoes, jewelry, or a top, I love the super-feminine touch. When I bought these black bracelets a few years ago, they came with a piece of black ribbon tied around them in a bow (just like I’m wearing in this post.) I thought that it was so cute that I kept the bow and wear it occasionally. This can easily be recreated with a set of bracelets that you might already own. Just find a ribbon that is around 5 to 6 inches, tie a bow around your set of bracelets, and voila! It completely adds some fun to an otherwise ordinary bracelet.
Top: LOFT bow blouse
Pants: J. Crew ‘Minnie’ stretch twill pants
Shoes: Michelle D peep-toe pumps
Bag: Tory Burch envelope clutch
Accessories: Forever 21 bow necklace (similar); Express bracelets with bow (similar); Essie ‘Ballet Slippers’ nail polish
With this outfit, I decided to have some fun mixing two different colors that would pop against each other. Funny enough, these are also my two favorite colors. The belt, which I only paid less than $5 for, pulls the two colors together. I’ve never owned a floral belt until now, but I can definitely see how it will be fun to wear with different outfits. And for $5, I couldn’t pass it up!
Top: Gap oversized pocket blouse
Pants: Gap skinny jeans
Shoes: Naturalizer Outlet wedges
Bag: Coach ‘Madison’ leather handbag
Accessories: Charming Charlie necklace; Forever 21 floral belt; Kate Spade bangle; Express rhinestone wrap bracelet (similar)