Schooled

 Wearing: Jacquemus t-shirt, Nike sneakers, J.Crew skirt, Marc by Marc sunglasses, 

Wanderlust & Co bracelets and rings, Hermes scarf

To start this monday off on the proper foot, I would like to state that indeed, school and street style have taught me one thing.

 That the idea of wearing your trainers with anything other than athletic wear seems far out and would end up as one of Glamour's Don'ts. In the midst of my classes and pursuing Tommy and other camera wielded superstars, the combination of sneakers with a skirt, then dressed back down with your best t-shirt, creates that effortless look we all long for the minute we step into our closet. Plus, quirkier details like a silk scarf bring in color and some details. You see, it is a complex fashion formula of wearing sneakers and avoiding "Tacky Tally" territory. In short:

Sneakers will forever and always be your best friend. 

And in this case, if it cross your mind that I'm missing school, you've thought wrong (long live summer!). Yet, ironically, I am learning math navigation for sailing as I type.

School (plus, style.com) never leaves you.

Photos by Alexandra Gibbs

On My Radar

Last night, I realized that I haven't done one of these posts in a long time. I have been getting in my fair share of spring shopping but these are some of the items on my running wish list and what I've been gravitated towards in general. Joie's sandals are perfection and are a match made in heaven with  Heidi Merrick's neutrals. I am a big fan of Clare Vivier bags and think this large tote would be perfect for travel. Please share with me what you are coveting this week. Shop all the items below: 

Blue Grid

Topshop mock neck sweater | Madewell skirt (in-store find, similar) | Topshop tights

 | Stuart Weitzman boots | Mango coat | Marc by Marc Jacobs sunglasses (similar) 

This week is my favorite week ever. It's totally okay to start playing Christmas music, eat all the food that you want, and enjoy the beginning of the holiday festivities. On the other hand, it is becoming very cold, hence the tights I'm sporting in today's post. (they're fleece lined) I don't mind the cold that much because it just means cozy layers galore. This outfit has become a favorite of mine; high neck top and a printed skirt. It is a little dressy but still is easy and comfortable. Shop similar options of my favorite pieces below. I would love to know what your plans are this holiday week.

Fall Styling // J.Crew Classics Part 1

       J.Crew Chambray // J.Crew Denim vest // Rag & Bone jeans (old)

 // Joie loafers // Marc by Marc Jacobs sunglasses

Happy Tuesday! I am still in shock it's already September- and I start school tomorrow. Crazy! To kick of fall fashion, my blogger bud Caroline from citrus & style and I will be styling two of our favorite J.Crew pieces. Today, we are wearing the infamous chambray shirt which is a definite must for everyone.  

There is countless ways to style the shirt. Here,I went for more of a casual look. I love to play with the different denim washes of the top, vest, and jeans for a cool look. If you will be rocking head to toe denim, it's key to have different washes. Overall, the chambray shirt can be dressed up and dressed down. Be sure to see how Caroline styled her chambray shirt! Stay tuned to next week to see what J.Crew classic we style next- it's going to be good!  

Btw-isn't the view from the lighthouse at Castle Hill in Newport amazing? Be sure to check the blog tomorrow for a recap of my last summer weekend.  

Not So Basic

Equipment blouse // J.Crew skirt (in store) / Tory Burch heels (similar style) // Bauble Bar necklace 

// Marc by Marc Jacobs Sunglasses //

I was doing a little bit of Fall shopping at Madewell and J.Crew and came across this simple a-line  skirt. It's a chic staple piece that can be worn all year round in many different ways. If you have been reading fashion blogs this past Spring and Summer, you may have seen the "trend" black and white everywhere. Personally, I don't think black and white is a trend, but instead a simple and chic color combo. I decided to wear the B&W look with a white blouse and throw in fun accessories for a not so basic look.

Speaking of J.Crew my blogger bud, Caroline from citrus & style and I are collaborating this Fall to bring you some stylish outfits showcasing our favorite pieces from J.Crew! We are so thrilled for the series and we hope you will enjoy it!

Belle

     Dolce Vita dress // Tory Burch wedges (last worn here) // Clare Vivier clutch (similar) // Marc by Marc Jacobs sunglasses (old) // Vanessa Mooney finger chain // Bauble Bar studded ring 

// Bauble Bar libra ring 

I mentioned before how much I wanted to save this dress for France but I still gave in to wearing it back home. Even though I already wore the dress, I couldn't wait to wear it in Provence as well. The simple lace has a hidden drama in it that definitely came out in Crillon le Brave. Today is my last day in Provence then I am heading back home. I've had a fantastic time and can't wait to share my favorite moments with you! Hope you have a wonderful Monday. Xxx

Color Pop

         Eight Sixty Dress (old, last worn here) // Tory Burch Shoes // Michael Kors Watch 

// Marc by Marc Sunglasses // Sephora Lip Gloss in "pin-up pink" 

Happy Wednesday! Thank you for all the sweet comments about my hair! (: These pictures were supposed to go up yesterday but I was sailing all day and my computer has been acting out- if you follow me on Twitter, you will hear about my #techproblems. 

 I haven't gotten much wear out of this Eight Sixty dress since I bought it last winter. The loud print is quite hard to pull off and I never knew how to style it. Over the weekend, I wore it with neutral heels- I love the gold detailing- and minimal accessories. I think the key to rocking a bold print is to keep everything else very simple! As I've mentioned before, I have been having fun with my makeup and hair recently. I tend to keep my makeup very natural and light. During the summer, I don't wear that much because I'm either sailing, swimming, or doing something that involves water. To add a pop to my basic look, I went with a pink lip. Definitely a change for someone who only wears lip balm but it's fun to play around with color! 

Florals + Stripes

Vince T-Shirt (old) // Zara Skirt (in store) // Urban Outfitters Blazer (last worn here) // Pour La Victoire Heels (old) // Loeffler Randall Bag // Bauble Bar Necklace // Marc by Marc Jacobs Sunglasses 

// Hermes Bracelet //

As a huge fan to stripes- they are a basic in my wardrobe, I went ahead and paired them with a bolder print; florals. The most important thing about mixing prints is to keep the look cohesive and in the same color palette. For this look, it was blue. I topped my outfit with a white blazer and neutral shoes and bag. To keep it playful, I decided to wear a pink and gold statement necklace to tie the whole outfit together. Let me know, if you like to mix prints?

Chambray

Rebecca Minkoff Dress // Vince Heels // Bop Basics Tote // Marc by Marc Jacobs Sunglasses // 

A.V. Max Cuff via Lemon Stripes // Michael Kors Watch // Julie Vos Bracelets c/o // Essie "Blanc"

This is one of my favorite looks ever! A chambray dress is such a wearable item that transitions from season to season. I paired the dress with my go-to items; Vince heels, a straw tote, and gold jewelery. The cut of the dress is perfect- it has some stretch and fits nicely all around. Can I mention how beautiful these flowers are from the garden,?! The colors are incredibly vibrant and perfect for tabletops around the house. 

In the Garden

Alice & Olivia Dress // Brandy Melville Sweater // Tory Burch Wedges (old) // Marc by Marc Jacobs Sunglasses // Asha by Adm Clutch (old) // Stella & Dot Bracelet // Loren Hope Earrings

The beginning of Summer and end of the school year means there is tons of events; graduations, parties, etc... Yesterday, for my prize day I wore a gorgeous RVN dress- here is the tank version. Last week, I attended a family friend's graduation, wearing this Alice and Olivia dress. All of A&O's summer dresses are perfect for summery events. See below for more Alice and Olivia picks!

In my last post, I mentioned about experimenting with my hair more. This dutch braid is super easy to do. I am thinking about doing a hair tutorial on a favorite style of mine- let me know if you would like that!

Anchors Away

Ralph Lauren Sweater (borrowed from my brother) // Madewell Shorts // Hunter Boots // Sloane Ranger Bag c/o // Marc by Marc Jacobs Sunglasses // The Ropes Maine Bracelet c/o

Last weekend when I was up in Newport, I brought my Sloane Ranger anchor tote with me! Back in March, I hosted a giveaway with Sloane Ranger- don't worry if you didn't win, plenty more giveaways in the future. Ever since I received the bag, I have been using it for weekend trips and days when I'm carrying a lot of stuff. The bag was ideal for my weekend; inside was a mix of school work, sailing clothes and other miscellaneous items. Can we also mention these Madewell shorts?! I am in love with the pinstripe pattern and they fit so well- I also like this pair and this pair!  Hope you have a wonderful weekend and enjoy the amazing weather!

Noir & Blanc

  Asos Sweater // Brandy Melville Skirt (similar) // Zara Blouse (old) // Vince Heels 

// Loren Hope Bracelet (last worn here) // Celine Bag // Marc by Marc Jacobs Sunglasses

When I have no idea what to wear, I either go with black and white or stripes. In this case, I went with black and white. I fell in love with this Asos sweater a while back- I have no clue why I haven't shown it on here until now! The sweater is playful yet so easy to wear. To keep the outfit on the lighter side, I paired the sweater with a white collared shirt and a white skirt. I am wearing my favorite shoes too- which you have already seen here, here, and here! As for my hair... I wore it in a low ponytail. That is something I don't do very often- it's good to switch it up!