weekend fun

A perfect weekend outfit for when the weather's gray and blustery...



Have any fun plans up your sleeves? I'm meeting some girlfriends for lunch tomorrow *hooray!* and am going to try to get to a yoga class on Sunday. Mostly, I'm just looking forward to a few quiet, unscheduled days.

Whatever your plans, have a great one!
xo, Kristin

(Via Totokaelo Look Book.)

style file: midi skirts

Totally loving the midi length skirts out this season...










(From top: Goldie Pockets Skirt, Denim Wrap Skirt, Button Pocket Midi, Colorblocked Sweater Skirt)

a weekend in newport

[UPDATE: sorry that i'm posting this again, but i'm trying to figure out why there are problems linking the photos. argh! any suggestions?]

A few months ago over dinner at my sister's house, she casually mentioned that she'd love to take the kids for a weekend so Wade and I could get away and celebrate our anniversary. Of course we are thrilled to take her up on it! (I honestly could not leave them in more capable hands.) And I'm so excited that our weekend away is nearly upon us -- next weekend, to be exact!

We're heading to Newport, RI, which I have heard nothing but good things about. I'm already daydreaming about lobster rolls, lazing at the beach and sleeping in.

And now I've got to think about what to pack.

Here are some day and night outfits I put together that I think would be lovely for a weekend away with the hubs...








Are any of you familiar with Newport and do you have some recommendations for things to do? I'd love if you shared!
xo, Kristin

(For day: tank, sunglasses, espadrilles, earrings, shorts, purse)
(For night: dress, necklace, clutch, sandals, perfume)

living inspiration: chic trio

I want to dress like them...



Each outfit is perfection.
And I can't stop staring at those pink shoes.


(Image via Pretty Stuff who I found via the adorable Mary.)

giveaway at city of dionne

I just had to share with you a giveaway that Dionne is having through the end of this week. Dresses! Dresses galore! From an adorable shop, The Shabby Apple. Go on and check it out. Who knows? You might be the lucky winner!

But I'm keeping fingers crossed that it's me. ;)



(My favorite? The Champs Elysees.)


Sorry I didn't tell you about this yesterday. I was too busy enjoying every second of my visit with Aimee and her gorgeous little bean, Anya.

spotlight: madewell

Seriously loving the summer collection over at Madewell.

A few pieces on my wish list...










(From top: Wanderlust Roppongi Dress, Ahoy Striped Sweatshirt and Rail Straight Cutoffs, Ropey Soles Simple Espadrilles, Romantic Ruffle Dress)


I sure would love to see all of this in my closet!


(I never heard of Madewell, until I read about it on Cup of Jo. Thanks, Joanna!)

i want it now: swirly scarf

I'll probably never tire of scarves. Cozy knits for winter and ruffly sheers for spring. There are so many occasions to don a scarf.

I'm loving this...



(Catch-and-Release Scarf from, you know, my favorite place)

i want it now: sparkly flats

Is it wrong to love a shoe?

Well then I don't want to be right...
(Banana Republic Susanna Jeweled Peep-Toe Flats)

This quite possibly may be the perfect spring flat.

i want it now: anthro/january 2010

The January catalog was an especially tough one. After I finally narrowed it down to 5 outfits, I really had a hard time picking out THE favorite. But after probably way too much time (I'll never admit how much), I finally decided on this...

(p. 8 - Pompom Cardigan, Caning Double Belt, Wright Dress)

It's triple love.

gift idea: cashmere socks

Some stripey cozies for your toe-sies!


Available here.


*UPDATE* I got two pairs of these socks from Dear Hubby for Christmas, and they are even cuter in person. And just as cozy as I suspected...

i want it now: my cardigan obsession continues

Will I ever tire of this wardrobe staple?
Not likely.

I {double*heart} cardis...

(Circuitious Cardi)

And now I'm majorly obsessed with this lovely number in my fave cold-weather hue (yay! soft gray!) with swirly felt appliques.

From where else? My favorite place on earth. My shopping mecca.

i want it now: anthropologie edition

There's a little game I like to play when I flip through each coveted Anthropologie catalog that hits my mailbox. I slowly look through it page by page and then at the end decide on one (yes, just one!) outfit that I'd want to wear exactly as I see it. Usually, this little game involves lots of dog-earing, flipping back and forth through the catalog and finally narrowing it down to just one.

This is hands-down my favorite from the November '09 edition...

(Full Bouquet Clip, Wassailing Jacket, Sky-and-Snow Blouse, ETT TWA Stephanie Boyfriend jean, Golden Discs Oxfords)

It's casual and romantic all rolled into one, and I love it. Head. to. toe.

insta-poll: which sneakers?

I think flip-flop season is just about officially over, and I want to get a new pair of sneaks to kick around in for the fall. I've narrowed my search down to two pairs:

(Tretorn Canvas Sneakers, $68, at J.Crew)

(Jack Purcell Distressed Sneakers, $$65, at J.Crew)

Which do you think I should get?

spotlight: zelaya

Love this.
Soft, flirty, feminine...

(Gardenia Top)

i want it now: flirty & feminine

The feminine, flirty details of the spring/summer line at J. Crew are simply irresistible. Just pretty as can be.

(Tiered Linen Playa Dress in Papaya)

(Perfect Fit Chiffon Ruffle Tank in Beechwood)

i want it now: cap-sleeve dress

I really love this dress...

I think I can pull it off for my friend's wedding this weekend. (I just have to picture it with a little baby bump under that skirt!)

(The Grand Holiday Dress from Anthropologie)

*Update: I went to the store last night to try on the dress, and yikes! it was much better in the photograph. Definitely way too much cleavage for me -- especially now that I'm expecting (if you know what I mean!). So, instead I picked up this to wear with this lovely necklace. And because I have the hardest time making decisions, I also got another cute dress, but I can't seem to find it online. Now I can't decide which dress I like better!

tangerine dress

Since my days in non-maternity wear are numbered, can someone please do me a favor and get this dress?

It's just too darn pretty to go unworn...

thanks!

(Fiji Dress by Modaspia at CandyStore Collective)
Via Oh Joy!

spotlight: carol hannah

This silk chiffon dress - in a dreamy lavendar - is pretty as can be. It's just perfect for a summer wedding. I especially love the back...

(Lavendar Avenue Dress by CarolHannah, available at Etsy)

See the rest of the collection here.

spotlight: lamixx

Mama needs to update her wardrobe, and I have had my eye on this top for months. Every time I look at it, I think just how cute it would be with a pair of ballerina flats and black leggings.

I think it's time to bite the bullet...

(Check Mate Slanted Bow Top by Lamixx)

See the rest of Jacqueline Rose's collection here.

spring wardrobe update

Say hello to my new spring handbag! I thought the bright blue color would do a lot to brighten these dreary days we've been having. (It seems like winter just doesn't want to let go!)

I picked it up from the ever-adorable Roscoe Village boutique, Glam to Go. One of my faves in the city with quite possibly the nicest owner anywhere.

(Turn Lock Pleated Tote by Melie Bianco)