taste the rainbow: a splash of color from head to toe

    

After a dark and dreary week of non-stop rain, I’ve been stepping out of my mostly neutral wardrobe and throwing in a pop of color with each ensemble to brighten things up and give my spirits a lift.  Here’s a compilation of brights I’m loving and using as an inspiration board for my current color cravings.   Although I’m obsessed with each and every item below, the orange mini by Paul & Joe Sister is on my absolute get list.  This gorgeous and versatile piece will be fabulous in the fall with my leather biker jacket, in the spring with a crisp white top and in the summer with a tank and flip-flops. 

                            

 xo,

Lauren         

   

 

  

lovesit: new twist on an old classic

There are few items in my closet that I wear more than my favorite fitted black blazers.  They instantly polish and add the perfect touch of sophistication to any outfit, for any occasion.  It’s no secret that I have an over the top obsession with Theory, but there’s a reason- their clothes are just SO functional and flattering.  Recently I came across this updated twist on their classic black blazer so unlike anything I’ve seen from them.  The Bennira wool and silk-blend jacket has a draped collar which hangs just right over any blouse or dress and its slightly cropped in the back, making it a little more edgy than your classic jacket.  I can’t wait to wear it on the weekends over dresses and out for dinner over my favorite tops.  During the week I’ve been wearing it to work to dress up an ordinarily basic ensemble and over my favorite sheath dresses.  It’s featured on Net-a-porter.com for full price but the Theory outlet’s are currently selling it for $99.  For more details, visit here.

xo,

Lauren

lovesit: the perfect wear with anything, anywhere dress

While recently vacationing in Miami, I was introduced to the gorgeous and feminine dresses from Swedish designer, Acne by one of my most fabulous and fashionable girlfriends.  There aren’t a lot of stores that carry this brand, but I was able to find many online shops selling their splurge-worthy designs.  A fun mix of modern, girly and sexy, these draped, grecian-inspired dresses are super flattering on any figure.  My friend looked amazing and raked in the compliments as she wore her dress to dinner and then out for a long night on the town.  Since she was wearing one of their more revealing dresses, she paired it with a sleek black blazer to make it a little more conservative and sophisticated while at dinner.  I love the neutral and bold jewel toned fabrics Acne has picked for their dresses- both styles look amazing with the most simple or ornate accessories.  They’ve created a dress that will get a lot of  wear if you decide to pick one up since they’re all so versatile and really fun to wear…now if only I could decide which one to get.

      

   

   

xo,

Lauren