Summertime.  The name alone makes me happy.  And now that the sweet season is fully in bloom, my thoughts turn to holiday getaways, both near and far.  From fairytale honeymoons to backyard staycations, light and airy pieces like those featured here effortlessly combine to create so many summer worthy looks.  The secret lies in knowing how to cherry pick a few key items and letting them do all the work for you.  A bandeau sundress, some Bermuda shorts, a classic swimsuit, tailored blouse and your favorite shirtdress are the perfect items to choose.  To that I add a beautiful summer tote and my everyday accessories and the curation is complete. 

From getaway to stay and play here are my current favorites:

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SUMMER HOLIDAY

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Summertime.  The name alone makes me happy.  And now that the sweet season is fully in bloom, my thoughts turn to holiday getaways, both near and far.  From fairytale honeymoons to backyard staycations, light and airy pieces like those featured here effortlessly combine to create so many summer worthy looks.  The secret lies in knowing how to cherry pick a few key items and letting them do all the work for you.  A bandeau sundress, some Bermuda shorts, a classic swimsuit, tailored blouse and your favorite shirtdress are the perfect items to choose.  To that I add a beautiful summer tote and my everyday accessories and the curation is complete. 

From getaway to stay and play here are my current favorites:

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The splendor of spring is alive and well amid every aspect of nature right now.  And I cannot think of any better way to capture the essence of springtime than by bringing it into your daily wardrobe.  Personally, my style is greatly influenced by the look and feel of the season via fabrics, textures and hues that reflect nature.  Day dresses, straw bags, whites, neutrals and understated accessories all pair together to create some of the most alluring looks I turn to again and again all spring and summer long.  The elegance of eyelet, the effortless of rattan and the classic style they evoke capture the essence of days spent in an English garden.  To me, that is heaven on earth.  Simply divine.  Do you love bringing nature into your everyday looks too?  The pieces I've mentioned and other items from above are linked below.  Enjoy!

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ENGLISH GARDEN

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The splendor of spring is alive and well amid every aspect of nature right now.  And I cannot think of any better way to capture the essence of springtime than by bringing it into your daily wardrobe.  Personally, my style is greatly influenced by the look and feel of the season via fabrics, textures and hues that reflect nature.  Day dresses, straw bags, whites, neutrals and understated accessories all pair together to create some of the most alluring looks I turn to again and again all spring and summer long.  The elegance of eyelet, the effortless of rattan and the classic style they evoke capture the essence of days spent in an English garden.  To me, that is heaven on earth.  Simply divine.  Do you love bringing nature into your everyday looks too?  The pieces I've mentioned and other items from above are linked below.  Enjoy!

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Hello spring! The beautiful change of seasons is rolling in and bringing with it the gentle scents of sweet lilacs, tender bluebells and beautiful lilies of the valley.  As you likely already know, I thrill in the seasons and the welcoming in of a fresh new chapter.  And, when the page turns to the gentle season, we are each given the opportunity to reflect those changes in the multiple facets of our lives.  

One of those for me is clearly our wardrobe.  Curating a first of spring closet can quickly result in a myriad of day to day choices for getting dressed.  Whether your style reflects effortless minimalism, on trend pieces or a fresh take on the tried and true classics as does mine, a bit of time spent now will pay dividends throughout the entire season.

Today I've chosen the icon shirtdress as the centerpiece of this look.  It is by far my absolute favorite item to reach for all season long.  Whether you dress it up with a lovely pair of shoes, your favorite spring handbag and floral silk scarf or opt for a sporty look paired with plimsolls, a straw bag and a lightweight cardigan simply worn easily over the shoulder, you will undoubtedly look spring day stunning.

Truly, the secret lies in discovering your personal style and choosing the pieces that easily combine to highlight that look each day.  All of the pieces I've chosen for today's feature are linked below should you spot something that speaks to you. I hope this leaves you inspired to showcase your style and let yourself shine...Happy spring!

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SPRING IN THE COUNTRYSIDE

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Hello spring! The beautiful change of seasons is rolling in and bringing with it the gentle scents of sweet lilacs, tender bluebells and beautiful lilies of the valley.  As you likely already know, I thrill in the seasons and the welcoming in of a fresh new chapter.  And, when the page turns to the gentle season, we are each given the opportunity to reflect those changes in the multiple facets of our lives.  

One of those for me is clearly our wardrobe.  Curating a first of spring closet can quickly result in a myriad of day to day choices for getting dressed.  Whether your style reflects effortless minimalism, on trend pieces or a fresh take on the tried and true classics as does mine, a bit of time spent now will pay dividends throughout the entire season.

Today I've chosen the icon shirtdress as the centerpiece of this look.  It is by far my absolute favorite item to reach for all season long.  Whether you dress it up with a lovely pair of shoes, your favorite spring handbag and floral silk scarf or opt for a sporty look paired with plimsolls, a straw bag and a lightweight cardigan simply worn easily over the shoulder, you will undoubtedly look spring day stunning.

Truly, the secret lies in discovering your personal style and choosing the pieces that easily combine to highlight that look each day.  All of the pieces I've chosen for today's feature are linked below should you spot something that speaks to you. I hope this leaves you inspired to showcase your style and let yourself shine...Happy spring!

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While the calendar may not note it just yet, there seems to be no denying that there is a longing for spring making its presence known.  The slightly longer days, glimpses of snowdrops peeking up through a softly retreating cover of snow and the warmth of late winter sunshine feeding the soul, all signs point to the coming transitions.

With those changes comes the invitation to begin revisiting our wardrobe choices as we embrace the next chapter of the year.  One of my favorite ways to welcome the upcoming season is with the classic palettes of navy, tan and ivory, each of which is so perfectly well-suited towards all things spring. 

This trench coat is an absolute must for me as it will easily complement many of the pieces that have already found a home in my closet.  Truly, it's beautiful with the perfect amount of gold detailing against the quilted body and tortoise clip belt tying the silhouette all together. 

Navy and cream never disappoint and a gold button cardigan perfectly captures the spirit of spring. I'll be wearing it now with some tried and true tan boots and high-waisted dark denim.  A classic leather bag, neutral silk scarf and traditional pearl earrings round out the look in timeless style.

Loving it as much as I do?  Here are the pieces I picked to put it together...

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TIMELESS TRANSITIONS

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While the calendar may not note it just yet, there seems to be no denying that there is a longing for spring making its presence known.  The slightly longer days, glimpses of snowdrops peeking up through a softly retreating cover of snow and the warmth of late winter sunshine feeding the soul, all signs point to the coming transitions.

With those changes comes the invitation to begin revisiting our wardrobe choices as we embrace the next chapter of the year.  One of my favorite ways to welcome the upcoming season is with the classic palettes of navy, tan and ivory, each of which is so perfectly well-suited towards all things spring. 

This trench coat is an absolute must for me as it will easily complement many of the pieces that have already found a home in my closet.  Truly, it's beautiful with the perfect amount of gold detailing against the quilted body and tortoise clip belt tying the silhouette all together. 

Navy and cream never disappoint and a gold button cardigan perfectly captures the spirit of spring. I'll be wearing it now with some tried and true tan boots and high-waisted dark denim.  A classic leather bag, neutral silk scarf and traditional pearl earrings round out the look in timeless style.

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Hello 2024 and happy new year!  A clean fresh slate always inspires me as we turn the page to January.  While coming in off the holidays can sometimes feel bleak and barren, I like to greet the new month with colors, fabrics and feels that mimic the shades of nature this time of year.  Dusty greys, bold embers and frosted sage all embody the look and feel of the landscapes that surround us right now.  This look I've put together here reflect each of those in easy to wear ways. These mix and match pieces have me feeling cozy and warm and leave me looking polished and ready for the day.  

Hope you're finding something beautiful to take comfort in this month.  Enjoy the day!

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WHAT TO WEAR: WINTER

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Hello 2024 and happy new year!  A clean fresh slate always inspires me as we turn the page to January.  While coming in off the holidays can sometimes feel bleak and barren, I like to greet the new month with colors, fabrics and feels that mimic the shades of nature this time of year.  Dusty greys, bold embers and frosted sage all embody the look and feel of the landscapes that surround us right now.  This look I've put together here reflect each of those in easy to wear ways. These mix and match pieces have me feeling cozy and warm and leave me looking polished and ready for the day.  

Hope you're finding something beautiful to take comfort in this month.  Enjoy the day!

xx

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