Top, Dress, Tunic, Flats, Top with Ruffle.
Thanks Jessica! Seriously, sometimes I get stuck in a rut… and love it when I get tipped off to great finds from our readers! Thanks!!!
I think that turquoise is one of those great colors that is so likable that it’s hard to overdose on turquoise. Is there anyone out there who doesn’t like turquoise? What’s not to like? It’s cheerful and bright, it’s just perfect for summer, and I bet it’s a color that flatters just about everyone.
I’m a little obsessed with the belt and necklaces here, as well as that floral tee. I don’t know how those gathered sleeves would look on me, but I think I’m going to give it a shot. It reminds me (in a good way) of a top I would have worn in the fourth grade. Sometimes this 80’s trend happening right now can get a little ugly, like a redo of the worst the 80’s had to offer. But I can appreciate some of the good that the 80’s brought us, namely a bright floral print. Remember bodysuits? I can distinctly remember wearing floral bodysuits with ruffled skirts in elementary school.
How about you? Are you on board with the 80’s? And am I guessing correctly, is turquoise a universally loved color?
striped tee, cardigan, beaded belt, ring, necklace, shirt, swimsuit, floral tee, swim wrap, skirt, necklace, tankini top, bikini bottom, swimsuit, earrings, skirt
I’ve had my eye on that cute short-sleeve jacket from Shade Clothing (bottom left) for a little while now, so a light spring green color came to mind this week. I’m definitely feeling the freshness of green lately. Oh, by the way, you know that these Color Wednesday boards are just a big round-up of lovely things all in the same color, right? I was thinking about it this morning and wouldn’t want someone to think I’m implying that green chino trousers would look great with a striped green cardigan, green earrings, and green espadrille wedges. Yikes, that’s a lot of green! These are just fun options to consider adding to your wardrobe to liven it up with some color, but color when it’s all matchy-matchy looks kind of silly, no? What do you think?
striped cardigan, button down shirt, floral skirt, cardigan, earrings, v-neck tee, dress, skirt, slingback flats, pants, knit dress, lightweight jacket, slingback wedges, espadrille wedges
I’ve always liked Ann Taylor LOFT, but I guess I’ve never loved it. Lately, however, I think their styling has gotten better and the clothes seem younger and fresher. Plus, here are some more reasons for us all to turn our like into love.
1. Did you know that Ann Taylor LOFT has a Maternity line? It’s pretty great, definitely a good addition to my almost entirely Old Navy Maternity wardrobe. In fact, I’m thinking about buying this dress now to keep in my closet for when baby #4 comes along someday because I like it so much and I don’t want to miss out on it just because I’m not pregnant now. Is that crazy? Yeah, a little bit.
2. I found this on their site and thought it was just fantastic. 15% any time is not a huge deal, but it’s still 15%. Plus, I love a company that supports and rewards teachers. I know the school year is almost over, but maybe all you wonderful teachers out there can add to your wardrobe for next year?
Alright, seriously ladies, I went a little crazy with the purple this week. And I’m not even purple’s biggest fan! But I kind of found a groove for searching sites for items of a specific color, and within minutes I found so many cute things. So…this week we have double the Color Wednesday fun because I just couldn’t edit down. I think I would love all of these things.
I think that a deep purple is definitely one color that I need to try more often. Like the shawl collar cardigan in the first picture? It kills me. So cute. Or that belted dress with the silky bodice in the second picture? Perfection.
It’s really interesting picking things by color because I usually have my favorite colors to wear (black, gray, red, white, florals, etc.) and don’t even pay attention when something cute is available in a purple color. But, I guess that’s the point of Color Wednesday, to get us out of a color rut and show some new options.
Let’s all add some (grape) punch to our wardrobes with pretty deep purples!
dress, top, cardigan, ruffled blouse, belt, knit dress (it’s gorgeous!), crocs, moccasin flats, scarf, capri yoga pants, boyfriend cardigan
dress with rosette, layering tank, knit henley, swimsuit, striped dress, heels with bows, crochet hat, dress with waist-tie, houndstooth shift dress, silky belted dress, suede heels
Natalie and I both fell in love with the yellow striped pencil skirt from Downeast Basics (see photo, bottom right), and so it was easy to decide on the featured color for today. It just had to be that bright, golden yellow. Yellow is a fun color. I think it would be hard to be in a bad mood while wearing such a cheery color. So, give it a try. If a full out yellow dress or cardigan seems a little too loud for your taste, try a fun bag or cute yellow flats for a bright punch of color.
p.s. Are you as obsessed with that striped skirt as we are? You could win it! Don’t forget to enter the giveaway!
Clockwise from top left: floral tunic, cardigan, ballet flats, ruffled skirt, dress, ruffled cardigan, striped skirt, sunglasses, swimsuit, leather satchel, short sleeve tee, necklace, bag with tassels
For most of my life I hated the color navy. I thought it was just about the most boring, nondescript color ever. Lately, however, I’ve been warming up to the idea and find myself drawn to navy clothes quite often. It’s a perfect neutral, and pairs itself so well with tons of great colors.
Want to add more color to your wardrobe? Use navy as a neutral base and then add pops of color. Ballerina pink and bubble gum pink look great with navy, as do lime, a soft tangerine or salmon color, and golden yellow. For example, look at the pretty tank with the floral collar. The coral rose just pops right out at you and then later you notice the navy top. I like that.
Navy is also a great color to use when you’re sick of wearing black, but want the chicness of black. That navy pump is a perfect replacement for all the times when you’d probably wear your good ol’ black pumps, but want something just a little more interesting.
clockwise from top left:
loose cardigan, necklace, dress, sweatshirt, yoga pants, blouse, scarf, belt, swimsuit, silk pullover, pumps, shawl cardigan, floral tank
Okay, so out of all the sweater dresses I’ve posted… this ones my fave! I LOVE it!!!
At Ann Taylor Loft for $79.50, 34 inches from natural waist.
Thanks Jess!
Here’s an email from our reader Michelle:
Hi ladies,
“I am a big fan; you are all very talented and tasteful. I am currently a professional and will graduate college in December with my accounting degree. I will be interviewing over the next six months and I want to look amazing. I am 5 foot 8 inches and a size 12-14. Can you please help me with a few outfits that could really dazzle anyone? I really do not have a big budget, but can splurge on a seldom must have. Also, if it is not too much trouble to ask, a few casual outfits as well that I could wear to my current job or out. I currently work in a casual office, jeans are fine.”
Thanks so much! Michelle
Hi Michelle! Congratulations on your upcoming graduation! That’s exciting, and definitely something to celebrate with some fun clothes. I found on InStyle.com an article that talks about dressing for interviews, and they gave some great advice (I especially like the advice about luxe-looking shoes). Check out the feature here, and enjoy the pieces we found for you. For casual outfits, check through our archives for great blouse/trouser jeans combos. Good luck with your interviews!
Love, Emily
Petal Tee, Ann Taylor Loft, $34.50
Ruched Sleeve Cardigan, Ann Taylor Loft, $39.50
Mary-Jane Pumps, Nordstrom,$62.90
Black Pencil Skirt, Ann Taylor Loft, $39.99
Peep-Toe Pumps, Nordstrom, $52.90
Black Pleated Neck Dress, Nordstrom, $78.90
Comes in 4 different colors. Jill, you were right, lots of cute and modest stuff at Ann Taylor Loft. Thanks for the suggestion!
At Ann Taylor Loft for $39.50.
Summer must have: super cute white skirt!
At Ann Taylor Loft on sale from $64.50 to $29.99, 22.5 inches long.
Black and white… classic.
At Ann Taylor Loft for $49.50, 18.5 inches long.
