Peter Pilotto Spring 2014

I first fell in love with Peter Pilotto when I learned of the brand's collaboration with Target {I purchased 2 pieces from the affordable collection, I love them both!} and their Spring 2014 runway show solidified my adoration. Every look is a work of art, and the bright colors are so perfect for the warmer months. Cannot wait to see what is in store for Peter Pilotto this fall! {All images via Style.com}

Summer Easy

I love keeping an outfit simple in the summer; a simple, chic dress and minimal accessories can look so classic! Below is my idea of this concept, and a few pieces I am dying to have {I LOVE those sandals, and they're totally affordable!}

Lena Wald inverted diamond earrings {here}

Prada bag via Saks Fifth Avenue {here}

Preen by Thornton Bregazzi dress via Net-A-Porter {here}

The Row sunglasses via The Outnet {here}

Catbird NYC ring {here}

Penny Handmade sandals via Etsy {here}

A New Dress

There are few things more fun and exciting than receiving a new dress, and this Amanda Moss seersucker/linen dress is my new favorite {buy here}.  I received it as a gift when my parents went on a trip to Montreal, and it was love at first sight {and wear! It fits perfectly}. Amanda Moss is a young designer with huge talent; based out of Montreal, all of her pieces are made in Canada and truly each dress is gorgeous.  I have my eye on {this} one and {this} one.  I plan on wearing this one all throughout the summer months :) 

Currently Coveting

Happy Monday! Below are a few items that I am currently coveting, and kind of need/want; the dress is darling and edgy without being too revealing {want}, and the sandals are classic and the perfect shade of metallic to go with any outfit during the summer {need}. I am ALWAYS in the market for a new nail polish {want}, and those Pamela Love earrings are simple, yet have a unique twist that would go with most ensembles {want, but arguably a need}.  Which piece would you covet?

Pamela Love earrings via Barney's {here}

Rebecca Minkoff necklace via Piperlime {here}

For Love and Lemons dress {here}

The Row sunglasses via Shopbop {here}

Alessandro International nail polish in "Sahara's Dream" via Beauty.com {here}

Annabel Ingall crossbody bag via Shopbop {here}

Kurt Geiger London heels via Shopbop {here}

Laura Mercier lipstick in "Girly" via Sephora {here}

Cool Tones

I normally gravitate towards gold jewelry and warm tones, but once in a while I like to wear silver/cool tones to change things up. I love the look of oxidized silver, and a metallic/mirrored silver clutch is something I think I need to add to my wardrobe.  And a fun pop of blue {how awesome are those heels!?} tops off any outfit perfectly :)

Jewelmint earrings {here}

Proenza Schouler pumps via Saks {here}

Alice + Olivia dress {here}

John Hardy ring via Neiman Marcus {here}

McQ Alexander McQueen clutch via Shopbop {here}

Summer Neutrals

As much as I love my bright colors and patterns for the summer months, I do love chic neutrals just as much. Below are a few items I am dying to get my hands on this summer {and beyond!}:

Thierry Lasry sunglasses via Barney's {here}

McQ Alexander McQueen clutch via Shopbop {here}

Noel Stewart hat via Barney's {here} <--- on sale!

Dior nail polish in "Yacht" via Bloomingdale's {here}

Modern Vintage wedges via Shopbop {here}

Zoe Chicco black and white diamond gold ring {here}

Loren Stewart diamond and gold ring via Barney's {here}

Bobbi Brown "Surf and Sand Collection" eye shadow palette via Bloomingdale's {here}

Summer in America

I recently browsed a Departures issue focusing on Summer in America; the summer months always make me long for a beach vacation, but when that is not possible I just focus my style on summer-inspired things: blue nails and fun, pink shades for my lips. As long as I am wearing these items and looking through a summer-themed magazine, I can always just daydream that I am on a beach somewhere :) Nail polish: Ciate in "Boom Box" and Estee Lauder's Pure Color lipstick in "Pinkberry" and Pure Color gloss in "Pink Innocence"

Ladylike

Although I love eccentric colors and fashion statements, I often gravitate towards simple, polished looks that are timeless and so chic. Below is my idea of the PERFECT ladylike outfit for summer - how stunning is that bag!? 

1. Tarte lipstick in "Angelic Nude" via Sephora {here}
2. Reiss dress {here} <--- on sale!
3. Givenchy nail polish in "Beige Mousseline" via Sephora {here}
4. Vaska bag via Boticca {here}
5. Elizabeth and James sunglasses via FORWARD by Elyse Walker {here} <--- on sale!
6. Topshop sandals {here}

Fashion + Philanthropy Friday

Happy Friday! Every summer I try to stock up on flowy, fun tops to pair with shorts and skinny jeans, and below is absolutely one of those shirts! Totally affordable and proceeds go towards a great cause, this shirt {shop here} by Krochet Kids Intl. provides jobs to women to help lift their families out of poverty. I love how adding to my summer wardrobe helps those in need :)

White Summer Leather

I love white leather in basically any form, and this leather wrap bracelet by Gorjana is my go-to arm candy for summer. It goes with everything, and it adds a chic yet simple statement to anything I wear. Shop Gorjana's darling jewelry {here}; nail polish: Essie's "Mesmerize"

Gold Choker

Once in a while, I find a new trend that I am so tempted to splurge on because it seems like something that won't go out of style and can be a new classic piece.  The gold choker that can be found everywhere right now is one of those trends; I love how it is a more sophisticated nod to the 90s, and it is simple enough that it can go with anything.  Below are a few that I am loving right now {#5 is my favorite..}:

1. Loren Stewart via Barney's {here}

2. Eddie Borgo via Saks {here}

3. Maison Martin Margiela via Net-A-Porter {here}

4. Jennifer Fisher via Ylang23 {here}

5. Jennifer Zeuner {here}

6. Lanvin via Far Fetch {here}

7. Thierry Mugler via Far Fetch {here}

Garden Party

I love outdoor parties and alfresco dining {and "wining"!} and below is my idea of the PERFECT outfit for such an occasion.  I love the look of white-on-white, and flowy pants with a cropped top and neutral accessories is something I wish would just magically appear in my closet :) {Image via The Glitter Guide here}

Kate Spade earrings via Piperlime {here}

Jason Wu for Lancome lipstick in "Hibiscus Pink" {here}

ASOS heels {here} <--- on sale!

Marc by Marc Jacobs top via Piperlime {here}

Valentino crepe pants via Net-A-Porter {here}

Deborah Lippmann nail polish in "Naked" via Lord & Taylor {here}

Sabrina Zeng clutch via Boticca {here} <--- on sale!