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Hi guys!
I’m been on the hunt for a great deep navy bridesmaid dress. The wedding is in SLC, UT in June… aka its gonna be WARM!I want something sensibly priced, short sleeved and adorable! It doesn’t need to be ridiculously fancy but I don’t want anything cheap. Perhaps a simple A-lined dress? Or wrap-around? Any good finds?
You guys are the best!!!
Amy

oh, the navy bridesmaid dress…this was my dilemma two years ago. There are definitely a lot more choices now! I’m kind of jealous…Congrats!

navy bridesmaid by nkershaw featuring a taffeta dress

I love big bold stripes.

Natalie — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 20:27:03 +0000

I definitely wouldn’t mind having both of these tops in my closet… pictured: on left, Urban Vibe Top from DownEast Basics, on right, Sailor Sweater from JCrew.

This weeks DownEast Basics Blog posts by yours truly:

How to wear DownEast Basics Statuesque Top, Get Sandra Bullock’s Look!, and 3 fan reviews!

Also, I was spotlighted on the Lime Ricki Blog… they are starting this confidence campaign and I think it’s really neat, so I submitted what makes me confident. If anything, you should take the time to read about the confidence campaign because I think it’s uplifting. Have a great weekend!

Color Wednesday: Good lookin’ stripes.

Natalie — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 19:13:08 +0000

Who doesn’t love stripes? And, no. I’m not a dog person… but I thought that sweater was too cute not to post.

Sweater, Top, Skirt (I’m in love with this skirt) Dog sweater.

Color Wednesday: Awesome clothes in the color purple!

Natalie — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 19:31:01 +0000

Dress, Dress (I NEED THIS!!!), Blouse, Plaid Top, Shoes

Purple makes the world go round… see you tomorrow!

Color Wednesday: Cool clothes in the color gray…

Natalie — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 18:50:24 +0000

Okay, so maybe it’s because I just painted the whole main level of my house gray… but gray is the only color I could think of doing today! I love me some grays and blacks! However, I had a little bit of a hard time finding things, so if you know of something that is cute, and gray… leave a comment and let us know!

Top (kids section:)), Dress, Top, Cardigan

p.s. My photoshop is being a little funky… I’ll have to ask Zach to fix it!

What to wear: Great outfits to wear for a picnic!

Natalie — Tue, 18 May 2010 15:36:04 +0000

Alright ladies! Today we had Livi guest post what she thought would be a great outfit to wear to a picnic! Check out Livi’s blog for some more awesomeness!

Top (Plus size), Pants (Plus size), Vest (Plus size), Shoes, Necklace, Headband, Scarf, Ring, Earrings, Bracelet, Nail Polish, Lipstick, Sunscreen!

This outfit would be perfect for a picnic in a city park or a country meadow. I prefer jeans to skirts and thats easier to picnic in anyway!
The vest is perfect to cover up and slim. I’m all about the layering, its so convenient to pull something out of your purse when it gets cold or put something back in.
The key to this outfit is the accessories: they can be a symphony of organization if done right. Go Big or Go Home I say. If its a little much for you, pick and choose.
Don’t be scared by the two finger ring either, they’re all the rage right now. My good friend just sent me this ring and I keep it on a chain. It can be worn either way.
My friends will all be surprised that I chose such small earrings but with so much going on, they would be the perfect thing. And of course, above all, a scarf.
If I had to pick one accessory to take with me for the rest of my life it would be a scarf. Its possibilities are endless and it can be removed if needed. The model on target.com is totally wearing it wrong, (I would wrap it in a v shape bandanna style around my neck.) The red of this scarf would look perfect against the dark denim and stripes.
Don’t forget your lipstick: Sephora Brand Lip Attitude. I live by it.
And since you’re not wearing a hat, don’t forget the sunscreen!!! I like Bare Escentuals sun screen powder that can go right over face makeup.

Have fun! -Livi

Top, Jeans, Bracelet, Headband, Shoes.

Hey ladies! I don’t know about you, but I am super excited to have some fun picnics this summer! I am a plain jane when it comes to clothes, I’ve decided. But here’s my outfit! Enjoy! -Natalie

I love picnics, and my little ones are getting to the perfect age for picnics. One of the reasons why I love picnics is that I love picnic quilts! I love quilts of all types and although I don’t think I’m super-skilled enough or prolific enough to call myself a “quilter”, I’m someone who quilts and marvels at handmade treasures. Did you know that on ebay there are hundreds of finished quilt tops just waiting to be purchased and made into a perfect summer picnic quilt? I’m talking handsewn here people! Check it out, search any combination of the words: quilt top, vintage, antique, handsewn, etc. and find yourself a treasure.
-Emily
top, pants, sandals, necklace (I love this etsy shop!)
quilts (top, middle, bottom)