Brighten Your Day

After the teaser of gorgeous weather last week, all I have been able to think about lately is spring. If winter weather has returned to you, like it did to me, I hope these bright, fun colors will brighten your day! :)

1. Gold Leaf Bracelet: Lulu's Seriously, how gorgeous is this bracelet? I am in love with it!

2. Clemence Posey via onions + garlic Clemence Posey is so pretty and her French style is impeccable!

3. Floral Dress: Forever 21 My list of pretty summer dresses that I want is getting longer and longer...

4. Buckled Crossbody Bag: Forever 21 via Cupcakes and Cashmere This is like a cheap version of Kate Spade's Scout Crossbody. I need it now.

5. Kitsch Stich via Polli I love how fun all these colors are :)

Trendy Tuesdays: White

White is back in a big way, and I couldn't be more excited! It love how it can easily go from sharp and chic to sweet and summery. Dolce and Gabbana's Spring 2011 collection has been everywhere lately; this dress alone was worn by like a million different people! Another one of their dresses has been on three different covers. Talk about good PR!

1. Hailee Steinfeld via FabSugar
2. Vogue Paris cover via Fashionista
3. Hakaan Fall 2011 Collection via Fashionista
4. Hailee Steinfeld via Glamour
5. Dolce and Gabbana Spring 2011 via Style.com

Two-Piece Swimwear by Athleta
Sandals by Aldo

Day Dresses by Delia's
Shortsleeve Tops at Kohl's

Recreate the Look: Brights and Khakis

I have been in love with this look from J. Crew from the minute I saw it:

Here are some (slightly) cheaper options to recreate this look:

Cropped Pants by Lands' End Canvas
Skinny Pants by Free People

The shoes were kinda hard to find, but I did my best! I also included some nude flats and pumps if you aren't really into the whole ankle-clobbering shoe look. (Side note: wouldn't this outfit also look really cute with a black and white flower pin?!)

Pumps by Chinese Laundry
Sandals at Famous Footwear

If you can afford to get the real deal (oh, how I wish I were you!), here's a link to the pants: New Cafe Capris
The only similar sweater I could find was the one I already linked (on sale!). Here's the shoes: Loxley Buckle Peep Toes. Personally, I think the shoes are a bit overcomplicated, but that's just my style :)

Trendy Tuesdays

A big trend for Spring that I've been seeing a lot is bright colors. So happy to see the return of these shades- as much as I love me some neutrals, it was starting to get a bit boring. Some pictures that have inspired me:

1. Teen Vogue
2. The Daily Fashionista
3. Teen Vogue
4. Teen Vogue
5. Jenni Kayne Fall 2011 via Fashionista
6. Diane Von Furstenberg Fall 2011 via Fashionista
7. Popeye Mag: Bright Colors via Tom and Lorenzo
8. Michelle Obama via People Magazine

Here are some fun things I found:

1. Pencil Skirt: J. Crew; $98
2. Kate Spade Bag; $395
3. Bikini: J. Crew; $50
4. Aviators: Forever 21; $5.80
5. Essie Nail Polish: Target; $8
6. Pink Maxi Dress: Old Navy; $30
7. Green Watch: Revolve Clothing; $36
8. Orange Dress: Asos; $36
9. Pink Belt: American Eagle; $20
10. Yellow Parka: American Eagle; $40

Stylist Saturday

If I could have any job in the world and be successful at it, I would definitely chooses to be a stylist. Unfortunately, there are way too many people that are way more talented than me for that to work out, so instead I like to play pretend-stylist on this blog :)
I am so excited for spring, and I can't wait to put together looks like this when the weather gets warmer!

Longsleeve Tops by Lands' End Canvas
Flats by Report

I gave two options for this look. If you are like me and not quite ready to take on the maxi skirt (clue me in ladies- does the maxi skirt work for petite girls?), then you can stick with the good 'ol mini skirt and flat combo.

Longsleeve Tops by Charter Club
Flats by Asos