Outfit: A Few New Things

{Gap jacket (similar that I love!), Topshop top (similar), Forever 21 skirt, Report flats, Buffalo Nickel necklace}

Along with my new haircut I also picked up a few new pieces from Forever 21 this weekend. Even though I wasn't supposed to buy any clothes I still went shopping this weekend and of course I found far far too many things at Forever 21 that I wanted. I swear I always try to cut myself off from F21 because I end up regretting most of my cheap purchases, but it never works. 

So of course as soon as I skipped (yes, that is how happy I was) into Forever 21 I spotted this navy and white patterned skirt and knew it needed to be mine. I am definitely a skirt addict and the newest addition to my collection will definitely be getting a lot of use this fall. I can already picture switching out the summer flats for ankle boots and the light top for a chunky white sweater. I also picked up this scarf and this adorable blouse that I cannot wait to wear!

~ Caroline

Outfit: A Few New Things

Tuesday, August 13, 2013

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August 20 Under $20

{Column one: striped tee, linen tee, ballet flats, jeans}

{Column two: wallet, chain link bracelet, skater skirt, midi initial ring, crossbody bag}

{Column three: belt, maxi dress, boot socks, ipad bag/clutch, cropped cami}

{Column four: gold necklace, striped scarf, flats, spiked cuff, grey cardigan, black sweater}

Happy August everyone! Over the last few years August has become one of my favorite months (second only to September!). Preparing to go back to school feels like a new beginning and this year it really will be as a head to New York for school. While I like to save most of my fall shopping until mid September I use August to stock up on basics. So for this month's 20 Under $20 I put together some of my favorite fall basics!

H&M is always the best spot when you're looking for layering basics. My favorite finds from H&M have always been their sweaters. Both the grey and black sweater above are perfect for all your fall outfits and they won't even come close to breaking the bank. 

Another great spot to stock up on basics is Old Navy. Time after time I'm surprised by the amount of great pieces Old Navy has. Remember those $3 flip flops you used to buy in every color each summer from Old Navy? Well the new must-have shoe are their ballet flats. These flats (for only $19!) come in four colors and are ideal for casual afternoons. 

I also think it is important to have bags that can be worn for many different occasions. The black cross body bag from Asos can be dressed up for a night out or down for an afternoon of sight seeing. One of the best ideas I've seen on Pinterest recently is using an iPad case as a clutch. The taupe and snake print ipad bag can be stowed inside a tote during the day and then used as a clutch later on. 

~ Caroline

August 20 Under $20

Thursday, August 1, 2013

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Transition: Summer to Fall Sweater

{Topshop sweater}

{Summer: Madewell top, Rebecca Minkoff shorts, Soludos espadrilles, Kelly & Katie bag, Forever 21 scarf}

{Fall: H&M top, Madewell skirt, J.Crew button up, Charles Phillip flats, Zara bag}

While the temperatures are still steaming around Boston my mind has started to think about Fall. I usually stop buying summer clothes at the beginning of July and start looking into fall pieces. However, the best pieces are those that can be worn every season.

 That is why I love this light weight sweater from Topshop. For the last month of Summer it can easily be thrown over a light shirt and shorts for chillier nights or afternoons by the windy ocean. Then in a few months when the temperatures have dropped you can layer warmer pieces underneath the sweater. One of my favorite ways to do this is an easy tee underneath a chambray shirt. With heavier layers on top you can wear a skirt with fun patterned flats. 

Transitional pieces are key to every wardrobe and some other great options are easy blazers, skirts that can be worn with tights, and classic flats. 

~ Caroline

Transition: Summer to Fall Sweater

Monday, July 29, 2013

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