Cool Girl Contrast: Powder Blue and Black

Pastel shades have been a huge trend on the runway for a few seasons in a row. However, head-to-toe pastel is very hard to pull off! My favorite way to wear this trend is mixed with black. The end result is totally unique and unexpected. Don't believe me? See these outfits for inspiration on how to wear powder blue and black to all your summer occasions.

 The Office

J.Crew Silk Dash-Dot Blouse, $118

Jewelmint Floral Fancy Studs, $29.99

Theory Slim Fit Pants, $275

Donald J. Pliner Eddi Wedge Pumps, $225

Happy Hour

H&M Wrap-Front Blouse, $29.95

J.Crew Pencil Skirt in Super 120s, $128

Cole Haan Chelsea Low Pumps, $199.95

Guess Silver-Tone Solid Fringe Cuff, $25

Nasty Gal Bar Away Necklace, $18

The Outdoor Movie

J.Crew Linen V-Neck Sweater in Garment Dye, $69.50

Topshop Premium Leather Crossbody Bag, $120

J Brand Photo Ready Knee Length Biker Short, $119

Nike Free 5.0 Running Shoe, $100

The Fancy Date

Nic and Zoe Spliced Pencil Dress, $148

J.Crew Jackie Cardigan, $65

SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker Marlene Pointy Toe Pump, $375

Jeweliq Noir Marmalade Drops, $15

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Is Two Years Long Enough For A Trend To Come Back?

The Nineties are back but it has been 20 years. Lip Prints? Some of you might recall that I had a blog on lip prints just two years ago. But seriously, they are back again! I guess you could ask if they ever really went away. Does it matter? The fashion world, specifically the fashion magazine world, is OBSESSED with this YSL lip print dress. Too dear for you at $3490.00? Scroll down for some great high/low outfit options. 

The Fantasy

Saint Laurent Lip Print Silk Dress, $3490

The Reality

Look #1

Diane Von Furstenberg Vint Printed Crepe Blazer, $134.10

M Missoni Cotton-Blend Straight-Leg Pants, $144.70

Target Layering Tank, $12

Topshop Golden Mid Heel Court Shoes, $95

Look #2

Alice and Olivia Pout Cardigan, $368

H&M Pleated Skirt, $29.95

Black Druzy Quartz Stud Earrings, $78

DV by Dolce Vita Hana Smoking Slipper, $78.95

Look #3

H&M Jersey Top, $12.95

Sonia by Sonia Rykiel All Over Lip Trouser, $440

Jeweliq Sky Mosaic Drops, $20

Topshop Hula Cross Over Sandals, $35

Look #4

Mossimo Collared Vest, $27.99

Joie Alicia Top in New Moon, $148

M Missoni Jersey Wide-Leg Pants, $146.36

J.Crew Maren Cross-Strap Sandals, $110

Love what you see? If you'd like to purchase any of my featured items, simply click on your favorite picture. This will link you directly to my Pinterest page, where you can click on the picture again to reach the store's website. Happy shopping!

Head-to-Toe Spring Prints

One of the cooler trends for Spring 2014 is the head-to-toe print look. Sometimes it is just a matching top and bottom, other times the look includes a matching bag or shoe. How fun is that? And for all of you who were equally in love with/horrified by the uber-expensiveness of last week's Shoe Candy blog, I've included a budget option below. Just remember, I always show you the most expensive version of the trend first, that way you'll know it well when you find it at your price point. 

Stella McCartney Jane Floral-Jacquard Top, $890

Stella McCartney Warwick High-Rise Floral-Jacquard Shorts, $780

For a casual outfit that requires little effort with maximum impact, look to this cotton version by Suno.

Suno Printed Cotton-Poplin Top, $390

Suno Printed Cotton-Poplin Shorts, $450

These shorts are disguised as a mini skirt for a classic, extra feminine look.

Michael Kors Printed Silk-Crepe Top, $975

Michael Kors Printed Fluted Silk-Crepe Shorts, $895

My favorite part of the look? Wearing matching shoes as well. This Gucci combo printed with parasols is perfect for a summer dinner on the boardwalk. 

Gucci Parasol-Print Silk Crepe de Chine Top, $895

Gucci Parasol-Print Silk Crepe de Chine Shorts, $595

Gucci Printed Satin-Twill Espadrille Sandals, $695

The Look for Less

Land's End Long Sleeve Pattern Supima No Iron Shirt, $59

Land's End Pattern 5" Chino Shorts, $45

Land's End Lucy Pointed Toe Slingback Shoes, $49

Love what you see? If you'd like to purchase any of my featured items, simply click on your favorite picture. This will link you directly to my Pinterest page, where you can click on the picture again to reach the store's website. Happy shopping!

Shoe Candy for Everyone

This shoe season is crazy. Did you hear me? C-R-A-Z-Y! What's in style? Everything. Ok...not everything, but a little something for everyone. How awesome is it when everything from a stiletto to a chunky heel to an orthopedic sandal to a sneaker are in style all at once? You know what is more awesome? When shoe designers offer all of the above in the same patterns so you can have your cake and eat it too. Happy spring shoe shopping!

Lanvin Metallic Jacquard Sandal, $890

Lanvin Metallic Jacquard Slip-Sneaker, $495

Christian Louboutin Pigalle Spikes Red Sole Pump, $1,295

 

Christian Louboutin Louis Spikes Calfskin High-Top Sneaker, $995

Saint Laurent Cheetah-Print Ankle-Wrap Sandal, $895

Saint Laurent Solid/Leopard Canvas Slip-On Sneaker, $395

 

Valentino Rockstud Neon Camo Point-Toe Pump, $1,175

Valentino + Havaianas Neon Camouflage-Print Flip-Flops, $295

Valentino Rockstud Camo-Print Sneaker, $795

Givenchy Floral Shark-Lock Ankle-Wrap Sandal, $950

Givenchy Swiss Floral-Print Flat Sandal, $795

Givenchy Floral-Print Slip-On Sneaker, $570

Love what you see? If you'd like to purchase any of my featured items, simply click on your favorite picture. This will link you directly to my Pinterest page, where you can click on the picture again to reach the store's website. Happy shopping!