This Wednesday I’m loving

Summer in bloom

beach umbrellas

simple white tee/jeans combo

bangin’ bangs

girly dresses

Thayer-allyson-gowdy

the lake

gold

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Chloe Resort

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LBD Inspiration

Images: 1. captivate me 2. {this is glamorous} 3. captivate me

DIY

Texture Message DressIn the Shade DressEasy Elegance DressCute Little Heartbreaker DressCross Your Sweetheart Dress - Additional SizesFive Course Fashion Dress

1- Texture Message Dress 2- In the Shade Dress 3- Easy Elegance Dress 4- Cute Little Heartbreaker Dress 5- Cross Your Sweetheart Dress 6- Five Course Fashion Dress

Sorry I’m so obsessed with ModCloth. My favorite pick below. I <3 the back!

Cowl On Me DressCowl On Me Dress

Cowl on Me Dress….umm $41. Must. Buy. Now.

Independence Day (Dress)

Stereo-typical, I know. But I couldn’t resist! RED, WHITE or BLUE for your holiday!

RED

Paint the Town Red DressStrawberry Shortcake DressFree Flying DressElectric Coral Dress

(1) Anthro Compeer Dress $248 (2) ModCloth Paint the Town Red Dress $64 (3) ModCloth Strawberry Shortcake Dress $49 (4) Topshop Plain Bubble Sleeve Dress $80 (5) ModCloth Free Flying Dress $62 (6) ModCloth Electric Coral Dress $54

WHITE

No One Can Take Your Lace DressSugar and Cream DressA Study in Contrasts DressBlush and Bashful DressWho's That Girl Dress

(1) Forever 21 Shoulder Dress $27 (2) ModCloth Lace Dress $89  (3) ModCloth Sugar & Cream Dress $79 (4) ModCloth A Study in Contrasts Dress $89 (5) ModCloth Blush and Bashfull Dress $99 (6) ModCloth Who’s that Girl Dress $84

BLUE

Repeating Dream DressIn the Blue Light DressAegean Sea DressSweetheart to Sweetheart Dress

(1) Modcloth Dream Dress $84 (2) Forever21 Strapless Dress$24 (3) Anthro First Dance Dress $168 (4) ModCloth In the Blue Light Dress $79 (5) ModCloth Aegean Sea Dress $71 (6) ModCloth Sweetheart to Sweetheart Dress $57

Otherwise Festive & Fun

No Occasion Needed DressInto the Wildflowers DressYou Must Zip It DressCommunity Organizer DressRosie the Riveting Dress

(1) ModCloth No Occasion Needed Dress $107 (2) Anthro High Seas Dress $138 (3) ModCloth Into the Wildflowers Dress $49 (4) ModCloth You Must Zip It Dress $74 (5) ModCloth Community Organizer Dress $47 (6) ModCloth Rosie the Riveting Dress $69

Have a fabulous fourth!

*If you couldn’t tell, I’m completely obsessed with ModCloth! They have the CUTEST things for extremely reasonable prices. Thank you bestie Lauren Ortego for introducing me*

Hey Beautiful!

I am wedge-obsessed and I want you.

Dolce Vita wedges. Click here for giveaway from Le Fashion.

Some recently enjoyed sites

Adorable Style Blog: Sterling Style

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Vintage and more: Shop Nasty Gal

Shop Jeffrey Campbell Shoes and Boots

Photo Inspiration: Every Second Counts

(via ohmygodprettypictures, wearspyglasses)

Amazing Ebay Store: Thrifted

Another fun shop: Planet Blue

Angel Trend

Scalloped Shorts

Emily from Cupcakes & Cashmere posted about these scalloped shorts and I am trying to talk myself out of buying them. They can be purchased online at Queen’s wardrobe.

Umm, can I say “right up my alley”?

Weekly Wishes: Forever21, Madewell & Anthropologie

Forever21 – All from New Arrivals

Madewell – I love that they have a shoppable website now!

Moto Sweatshirt JacketLegère Ruffled VestSummerweight Cashmere CardiganGingham Getaway BlazerBriolette Cami DressOlympia DressTank RomperLizzie Fortunato Jewels for Madewell Pendant NecklaceTwisted Metal & Crystals BraceletFreehand Scarf

Anthropologie – It’s so hard to go wrong…

Mullany DressVestiges DressHoneysuckle Silk DressDimpled CardiganMossy Atoms SkirtBarcelona VestHermosa SetHermosa Set

Blazing Black

Image and video hosting by TinyPicImage and video hosting by TinyPicalasdair mclellan Go Figure | Lara Stone by Alasdair McLellanlaraphoto Photo of the Day | The Mondays

A little inspiration because I wear black in the summer.

The Glossy, Stardust and Sequins, French Frosting, Le Fashion, Studded Hearts, Fashion Gone Rogue

Upped the Ante: Monique Lhuillier Resort 2011

Last week, I wrote an open letter to Jason Wu. I was enchanted by his Resort 2011 collection (and still am) but he has been surpassed. Monique Lhuillier. There’s really nothing more to say. Enjoy for yourselves. Feast your eyes. I literally want every. single. look…including the shoes!

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You really must look here and see the WHOLE collection.

Field Guide: Summer Style Finds for Guys

Some Cool Shoes

H by Hudson Carlo Perforated Moccasinpicture of Air Grant PennyLeather foot bed with ribbon detailed thong strap. Made in the USA.

Perforated Moccasin, $160/ Driving Loafer, $98/ Air Grant Penny, $138/ Ribbon Flip-Flops, $48/ Topsiders, $53

A Fun Watch

Nixon The Time Teller PBreil Milano - Square Stainless Steel Chronograph WatchCH2614PFlud Big Ben Mesh Band Watch

Time Teller, $60/ Breil Milano Watch, $275/ Decker Watch, $105/ Mesh Watch, $98

Sunglasses

Tortoise Plastic SunglassesGold Aviator SunglassesBlackout Wayfarer

Topman Plastic Tortoise Sunglasses, $28/ RayBan RB4126, $144/Gold Aviators, $28/ Black-out Wayfarer, $14

Swim Trunks

Lilly Pulitzer - Flroal Swim TrunksVineyard Vines - Bouys Chappy Swim Trunks

Cotton and nylon with mesh lining and drawstring elastic waist. Hidden key pocket at inside of swimsuit. Velcro back pocket for secure storage. Available in our classic Southampton fit with a 5" inseam. Machine wash. Imported.

Floral Trunks, $90/ Buoys Swim Trunks, $79/ Seersucker Trunks, $85/ Striped Board Shorts, $19

A Lightweight Jacket

A summer essential tailored from pure cotton. 3-button side vents.  Dry clean. Imported.

WHITE INSERT SKINNY TUX JACKET

Twill Blazer, $98/ Seersucker Sports Coat, $298/ Skinny Tux Jacket, $280/ Trooper Jacket, $49

A Dapper Hat

Straw TrilbyWHITE SAILORS CAPBlock Headwear - Crochet Straw Trilby FedoraStraw golf hat with perforated holes in the top part of the crown. 3" brim with green band. Dri Lexpolyester sweatband to wick away moisture from the skin. Imported.

Straw Trilby, $24/ Sailor Cap, $30/ Crochet Straw Fedora, $53/ Golf Hat, $140

A Boyish Bowtie (How to tie one here)

Pure silk woven in England. Dry clean. Made in the USA. Self-tie bow.Pure silk woven in England. Dry clean. Made in the USA. Self-tie bow.Pure silk woven in Italy. Dry clean. Made in the USA. Self-tie bow.

Dot Bowtie, $49/ Music Stripe Bowtie, $49/ Connect Four Bowtie, $49

Efficient Travel Luggage – For Weekend Getaways

Matt & Natt - Weekender BagNetpack Deluxe Wheeled Duffel 40"¢

Weekender Bag, $220/ Sidekick Bag, $63/ Wheeled Duffel, $99

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Inspired by 10 Killer Style Staples for Guys

For Father’s Day Gift Ideas, check Shop-O-Matic

My Favorite Men’s Online Inspiration and Shops

Perlis New Orleans

Brooks Brothers

Urban Outfitters

Topman

Cole Haan

Saks 5th Avenue