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crop tee & accordion pleats

crop top-accordion pleats pants

If you’ve been following on Instagram, then you know I’ve spent the last few days out west in San Francisco and Napa Valley, taking in the scene and drinking my weight in wine (not pictured).  If you’ve never had the pleasure of visiting San Francisco, add this must-see city to your bucket list immediately.  I wore this look for a little thrift shopping around the Mission District and a picnic in Dolores Park.  It was a picture perfect last day in a truly magical city.

crop top-accordion pleats pants

crop top-accordion pleats pants

crop top-accordion pleats pants

SHOP. American Apparel PANTS / Topshop CROP TEE / Panama Hat (similar)

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palm pants

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pencey-mia-palm-pants

Palm prints are a favorite of mine when it comes to home decor, so I was a complete sucker for these banana leaf printed pants.   Step up your menswear-inspired separates for spring in nostalgic palm prints and pinky hues.

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A bit of history…the original Martinique wallpaper, made famous by the Beverly Hills Hotel, has been in production since the 40′s and still available today.  It’s perfect for dining and powder rooms!

SHOP. Pencey PANTS (try the top and shorts) / H&M BLAZER (similar) / H&M TOP (similar) / Vintage CLUTCH / 3.1 Philip Lim SANDALS (love these)

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spring layers

spring-layering

The weather in New York City has been a bit of a roller coaster lately.  While sunny skies and my iPhone temperature reading have all signs pointing to spring, the air still seems to have a bit of a chill.  And since us NYCers don’t have cars to throw a jacket in for the latter part of an all-day outing, its important to be skilled in the art of layering.  Here’s what I wore yesterday for a day of shopping and snacking around Soho.

A maxi dress is a spring staple for me.  It’s a no brainer base layer and feels like pajamas, yes please!

spring-layering

Not quite toe-baring weather, I threw on my leopard print ankle boots (chunky heel-clad for stomping around town).

spring-layering

A denim button up is the perfect in-between layer.  Its thin enough to go under a snug jacket, but works equally well to shield your shoulders from random winds or keep you warm while walking on the shady side of the street.

spring-layering

My spring layering ensemble would not be complete without my trusty leather jacket.  It just works with everything and the not-too-thick leather makes it a great transitional piece.  You might also consider a cotton anorak in go-to military green.

spring-layering

If you’re already able to wear full on spring garb, lucky you. Bookmark this post til next year ;-)  If not, happy layering!

SHOP. Mink Pink DRESS (similar) / Madewell SHIRT / Joie JACKET / Ray-Ban AVIATORS / Etienne Aigner BAG / Zara BOOTS (similar)

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a bit of print

Topshop Organza Patch Jeans

Topshop Organza Patch Jeans

Topshop Organza Patch Jeans

Topshop Organza Patch JeansWork a shot of print into a basic look with silk patched oversized denim and a breezy scarf in a complimentary palette.  Try this Topshop version or snag some old denim from your local thrift store + silk scarves in a pretty print and DIY a custom pair of your own.

SHOP. American Apparel TEE / Topshop DENIM / Marc by Marc Jacobs SHADES / Max Studio BOOTS

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best dressed wedding guest : take two + sample sale dish

best dressed wedding guest

Our last post was inspired by the many wedding engagements filling our calendars this spring and summer.  So happy for our friends! We decided to play dress up over the weekend and give two looks a test run that we are considering for some upcoming nuptials.  What do you think?

best dressed wedding guest

best dressed wedding guest

best dressed wedding guest

Shopping for dresses has been such a treat.  (Can’t wait to shop for the big white one!) We’ll leave you with our two rules for being the perfect wedding guest, besides buying something expensive from the gift registry…

First, consider the wedding’s location, theme, colors, and vibe when shopping.  A lot of time and thought was put into this day, so give your look similar attention.  Be festive and get glammed up!  Second, be comfortable.  There is nothing worse than having to sit out while everyone else is on the dance floor because your shoes are pinching your feet.  Give them a test run before the big day and if you must, sneak some flats into the ceremony.  A bejeweled thong sandal is okay.  Bare feet are not.

Enjoy wedding season!

best dressed wedding guest

On Janelle: Halston Heritage DRESS / Mango BOX BAG / Zara HEELS; On Jessie:  Elizabeth & James DRESS / Cara NECKLACE / Jimmy Choo BOX BAG / Christian Louboutin HEELS

Almost all of the pieces worn on this shoot were acquired at samples sales.  If you are in the NYC area make sure to join the mailing lists for 260SAMPLESALE and Clothingline!

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perfect pairing : jacquard & denim

GIRLS OFF FIFTH

Jacquard separates can look heavy in the spring and summer months.  Keep them wearable by choosing one in a bright color palette and pairing it with denim in a light wash. It’s the perfect combo for a “dressy casual” spring look.

GIRLS OFF FIFTH

GIRLS OFF FIFTH

SHOP. On Janelle: Denim SHIRT (similar) / Asos SKIRT  / Express NECKLACE / Vintage CLUTCH  / Alexander Wang HEELS; On Jessica: gifted Big Star JACKET / Denim SHIRT (similar) / Vintage SKIRT (try this) / Forever 21 NECKLACE  / Zara BOOTS 

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tie a shirt on it

Janelle Lloyd

Janelle Lloyd

Janelle Lloyd

When you’re all out of outfit inspiration, a simple shirt tied around the waist will give new life to go-to basics.

Heels optional.

Janelle Lloyd

SHOP.  Joie JACKET (try this, this, or this accessible version) / Forever 21 SWEATSHIRT (similar) / Madewell SHIRT / American Apparel DENIM / RayBan AVIATORS / Alexander Wang HEELS

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