Neutral Lace

Photos by Maggie Jill Photography

Top: TJ Maxx

Jeans: Kensie

Shoes: Alloy

Necklace: Aldo Accessories (old || similar here) 

Bracelet: J. Crew Factory

Watch: Michael Kors

Bag: Louis Vuitton

Fine, so it's fall today. That doesn't mean I can't rock this neutral end of summer look before accepting that cold weather is making itself at home here in Boston for the next few 87 months.

I've worn this lace top several ways this summer. I loved this look for keeping things simple and neutral with some really nice details. The lace top, the suede lace up shoes, and some jewels go a long way to making this outfit stand out.

I've officially retired my summer Louis until next season. I'm ready to move on to crisp, dark, romantic colors for the fall season. However, I think you may be seeing a few more white looks as we continue the transition to fall….rules, schmules.

Do you retire any summer wardrobe staples?

Kimono You Didn't

Photos by Maggie Jill Photography

Kimono: Chic Happens (TJ Maxx score!)

Tob: Tobi

Shorts: Bullhead Denim (TJ Maxx score!)

Shoes: old || Love these ||

Necklace: Baublebar

Sunnies: Rayban

Watch: Michael Kors

First off, this kimono is amazing because I wore it in the IG photo that scored me a $50 gift card from TJ Maxx* - that gift card literally paid for this kimono 2.94 times. Amazing.

Second, I'm obsessed with kimonos - I think they make any look extra feminine and flirty. I like to focus it as the major statement of the look, so I tend to pair with basics, but I've seen a lot of looks that take more risk and totally rock it.

I've been wearing this look more casually this summer, but I went with a sexy heel this time to up the ante. I'm not sure I'll retire these mirrored shades as we transition into cooler weather, the vibrant color will be much appreciated on dreary, cold days.

*Use #tjmaxx and #maxxinista to show off your latest TJ's purchases on IG - they choose a gift card winner every day! 

Crisp White

Photos by Maggie Jill Photography

Jeans: Kensie

Top: Tobi 

Necklace: Baublebar

Clutch: Gift from a small boutique

Shoes: Tory Burch Outlet

Watch: Michael Kors 

I love a crisp all white outfit in the summer. It's such a clean, polished look and you can make it work for any occasion. For this shoot, I went with a more evening appropriate look. I've been really into gold lately so I added a few accessories to complement the white.

I've been obsessed with this tassel necklace since the moment I opened the Baublebar box it came in. I can literally wear it with everything. This gorgeous clutch was a birthday gift from a dear friend and has  been a great accent to many outfits this summer.

Finally - these SHOES. These were a complete impulse purchase on a trip to the Wrentham Outlets a few weeks ago. We got there so early no one was around and it was the first time I had ever been in the Tory Burch outlet to see shoes still on the shelves as opposed to strewn all over the store. I purchased them and have been wearing them everywhere ever since - they are SO comfortable!

How cool is that ship painted wall? Such a fun find on our shooting adventures!

Summer Favorites

The backdrop of these photos are some of my favorite summer spots in the city. You really can't beat any place on the waterfront. I'm on vacation all week which is amazing and I spent the day here yesterday to celebrate Chris, my manfriend, who turned 28! We had a cocktail on the roof deck at Legal Harborside and tried a new spot - Sam's -  as well!

Photos by Maggie Jill Photography

Peplum Top: J. Crew Factory

Jeans: Kensie

Shoes: Alloy

Necklace: J. Crew Factory

Sunshades: Rayban 

Wallet: Louis Vuitton

This outfit uses so many trends I'm loving at the moment - a subtle peplum, anything white, these "lace-up sandal booties"(coined from one of my followers), statement jewels and mirrored sunshades. I love it all, might as well show it!

Looking forward to other adventures outside the office this week - what's on your agenda? Any suggestions?

Fields of Fashion

Photos by Maggie Jill Photography

Dress: Forever 21 (no longer online)

Tunic: Target (old)

Wedges: Target (last summer) 

Wallet: Louis Vuitton 

Sunnies: Ray-ban

Watch: Michael Kors 

This maxi dress was another fabulous Forever 21 find that I scooped up for less than $15 one weekend shopping with a girlfriend. The dress is one pattern and strapless and comes with a black braided belt. I've been wearing this dress on repeat so I wanted to try something different.

I tried layering this white tunic over the dress using the braided belt to cinch the waist. I love how it came out! I love outfits that work multiple ways! I could wear this little number to work then remove the tunic and add a fun necklace to take this outfit out to the bar. Always good to have options.

Fun fact: The grass was SOAKED while we were shooting here and so was I by the time I was done sitting for the photos. But come on, we totally had to….I did it in the name of fashion!

So here's the good news - in total this whole outfit (sans Wallet) cost under $30. Here's the bad news - between the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale and all the fashionista inspiration over the past few days, I've been spending a whole lot more than that…

Oh well, cheers to a few amazing upcoming mail days. And as a sort of random side note: if you are on the fence about whether or not the Clarisonic face cleaner is a worthy purchase - I would like to confirm it is. In fact, I'd like to scream that from the rooftops. It's a MUST PURCHASE. Finally caved during the first round Nordstrom sale and I am quite content.

Pristine Pastels

Photos by Maggie Jill Photography

Pants: Kensie

Top: Olive + Oak

Shoes: Nine West || Loving these 

Necklace: J. Crew Factory || Similar (and cheaper!) here and loving this

Watch: Michael Kors

Sunnies: Ray-ban

Bag: Louis Vuitton 

You know how sometimes your "9 to 5" turns into your "9 to 5 minutes until I'm supposed to be at the restaurant for cocktails and BFF catchup"? An outfit like this is the easiest way to get you from point A to point B with the least amount of chaos. 

White jeans are essentially a uniform for the next few months and they pair really well with this pale pink blouse (I consistently try to pair this blouse with blue denim and it just never quite works!). Wearing the blouse buttoned all the way with a glam statement necklace keeps you looking put together and on point for work. When it's time for dinner, ditch the necklace and open a few buttons and you've got a more relaxed style for girl talk. Be serious - you can't be buttoned up when you're openly stating how you think one friend's baby is adorable while another friend's……is…..sort of…nice looking. 

Bring a sexier pair of heels to change into for dinner if you want to go the extra mile. Do you find day and night outfit tips helpful? Is it something you'd like to see more of? Let me know - I love the feedback! 

Royal Blue

Photos by Maggie Jill Photography 

Pants: Kensie

Top: TJ Maxx

Tank: Target

Shoes: Kohls (Old) || Loving these

Bag: Louis Vuitton

Watch: Michael Kors

Bracelets: J. Crew

White bottoms look amazing with pretty much everything in the summer but they really pop with a bold color like royal blue. The outfit is really bold paired with the matching blue pumps, but could easily be scaled back with a nude shoe for a softer daytime look. What's your go to pop-of-color paired with white?