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!

Spotlight on Spring 2012: Shorts

One of the freshest trends for Spring 2012 is "the short", as we in fashion like to call shorts. Makes them sound more glamourous than something you wore when you were a kid, doesn't it? Not only have I highlighted some of the best options of the season for you, but I'm also here to tell you how to wear them! Dress them up, dress them down or find someplace in between: the three top and shoe options shown here will give you endless ways to make "the short" your own.

Markus Lupfer lace and poplin shorts $515

Dolce & Gabbana lace and crepe shorts $925

True Religion Jayde boyfriend shorts $150

J. Crew scalloped shorts $118 

H&M denim shorts $20

Burberry Brit cotton canvas shorts $260

Red Valentino lace shorts $367

Karl sabine sequined shorts $270

YSL cotton canvas shorts $750

Milly denim shorts $215

Alice by Temperley leather shorts $611

Citizens of Humanity floral shorts $170

The Wardrobe shorts $110

Halston Heritage sequin shorts $470

Pair your shorts with any of these three tops to take your look from casual to dressy and all places in between.

J. Crew faded chambray shirt $78

J. Crew Talitha blouse $110

Equipment black blouse $365

Notice the nude hue in all three of these shoe options? The nuder the shoe, the longer your legs look. And that, my dear readers, is the whole point of wearing "the short."

J. Crew Kira sandals $118

J. Crew Sydney patent sandals $228

J. Crew Savina studded sandals $265