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Summer Wrap Up!

I am with great sorrow to state that this is the final summer outfit post! Although, somedays I am like it feels like some, “hot fun in the city,” Wait…I think that is how that songs goes, but alas we are in full blown pumpkins on pumpkins on pumpkins season. So I wanted to share with you guys my top 3 favorite trends that went down this summer that are literally all summed up just in this outfit!

  1. Florals & Palm Prints– I was all about that flower power this summer and all things palms. They are a print that can totally transition from day to night with light pastel colors for daytime looks all the way to dark florals for evening fun. Even with the palm trend you could pair like my look for example with a floppy woven hat and sandals for a day at the beach and then for evening just throw on a pair of heels and statements earrings and there you go…a whole new feel just from a palm print!

 

2. Baubles– You all know I am all about a bold earring! I have been in love with the beaded tassels trend.  With a touch of a bold earring can help those of you that want to step outside of your fashion comfort zone, but not too far, its the perfect match! A bold earring can give your classic black dress a bit of a flirty flare.

3. Bold Clutches– I felt like my Instagram this summer was flooded with adorable bright colored, embroidered, tasseled, pom pom everything with clutches.  With these bold statement details can give any simple look like a basic tee and distressed jean shorts a little bit more of that “oomf” without having to try! Clutches have really become less about being just a purse to hold randomn receipts, chapstick, and that other earring back you have been looking for, but more as an accessory to complete your look.

So unfortunately this dress is 3 years old so I do not have the link to shop it, but I did find one that is similar below. Looking forward to what fall will bring, what trends are you excited about?!

xo

Catherine

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Make a statement this holiday…statement necklace that is!

Since the holidays are upon us filled with joy, love, and quality time spent with family and friends can also include when your mother brings out the embarrassing childhood photos of you wearing gelly shoes and overalls….oh those were the days.  My holiday played out a little bit differently this year and I came across my late grandma’s costume jewelry.  As I sifted through the array of gemmed clip on earrings , brooches, and dazzling necklaces I thought about my last shopping trip at J Crew.  I came across a pair of earrings that literally looked the same as the ones that I held in my hand. Difference was I did not have to pay $40 for the pair that were in front of me.

Then my inner Martha Stewart kicked in and I thought why not remake these pieces into revamped necklaces with brooches attached for a killer statement necklace! Stay tuned for the finished product that is not only at no cost but also holds sentimental value.  Take time this holiday to explore old jewelry pieces with your family…who knows what kind of gems (literally)  that you will find!

”The most important things in life is the connection you make with others”- Tom Ford

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