Smiling About...

adding this to my weekly meal plan

photo credit: bon appetit

this book. . . 

this very pretty skirt...

colorful oxfords...

these lovely gold bags...

photo credit: rbofmcd 

have a fabulous weekend! 

Fall Inspiration...

I know Summer is still in full effect, but with all the end of season sales, designer Fall previews,  and August being around the corner; I cannot resist looking at what I'm loving for Fall.  It's just in my face!  So, here's a little inspiration for your Fall closet...

textured cardigans and tunics

dots...the polka dots

car coats or blazer like coats

love a chunky soft scarf

loafers!!!

rich and dark-hued nail polish

and more Fall inspiration...

head to toe prints

lace/crochet feminine blouses

mixing prints and colors

floral dresses

argyle sweaters...a classic

I'm ready for Fall...are you?

and I'm off and running...

Blooming Prints...

printed tunic by zara

floral print jumpsuit by topshop

one shoulder pattern dress by eloquii

scattered heartsease blouse by leifsdottir

nina jacket by creatures of comfort

wide leg floral print pant by alice + olivia

black vintage one-piece by miss selfridge

Floral prints are a must for this Summer...the bigger the better!  Sometimes floral prints can be a bit matronly, but if you stick to an updated silhouette you will be less matron and more chic.  Mix prints by pairing a floral skirt or pant with a striped top like this or keep it safe with a solid.  I'm looking for the perfect pair! My mom has some wide leg pants from the late 80s early 90s that I've got to get my hands on.  I did just get these on sale...loving them!

Happy first day of May! 

**check out L.A. in Bloom's Kathleen Whitaker Giveaway HERE...love her simple chic earrings!**

and I'm off and running...