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Florals for Spring

As I am sure this is no surprise to anyone - Florals are big this spring. Not with just a dress or scarf - but bright, bold, and large florals are popping up all over the place - below are some ways to wear! 

My favorite addition to my closet will be the floral jacket - this one (above) is prefect for April showers

 

I love this outfit! I tried to find this jacket online, no luck! Similar versions can be found at sheinside.com or XXI 

Here is a feminine, smaller print that goes oh-so-nicely with this pale teal. 

Loving the edgy touch on the moto-jacket. 

Ok, so if this post is totally reminding you of your Grandmother's couch - I understand...try to have an open mind, after-all, especially in fashion - we know history tends to repeat itself.

The Horror!! 

Now back to prettier things.... 

Floral dresses are always big in spring and summer - I guess the difference this year is the brightness and boldness of the print. 

and if you are still weary of this look - go for a floral scarf - easy. 

...and if you are the more daring type - these babies are ah-mah-zing.

Hope you enjoyed! Let me know your thoughts. 

xo

H

DRESS HAUL

 Okay so we had one 70 degree day and I went spring dress crazy! Mind you we are now at 28 degrees with a wind chill of 17! Arg! Anyway - thought I would share my recent purchases.

This is from Tobi.com - they are currently having a 50% site wide sale - let me save you the trouble, the coupon code is FOLLOWUS50 - enter at checkout and everything in your cart will be 50%! Each of these dresses were $25-$28 !! Usually $40 and up. This is my fav color! I love it - so excited to get this dress - not only did I hear that they are JUNIOR sizes but they also apparently shrink in the wash - so I got a medium. Once they arrive ill give my full review!

This is so cute and so summery 

How romantic right? Patricks birthday is coming up - I figure I'll wear this little number!

I love this shape of a wrap dress - its classy and sexy. It was hard to choose a color - I was drawn to the mint and the navy as well - but I landed on creme, thinking it matches everything.

This dress is from old navy and this pick doesnt do it justice. My motto- you can never have too many eyelet white dresses

OH - did I say dress haul? I snuck in some shoes there as well - these pumps are from shoedazzle.com - amazing selection, amazing prices! I expect these tomorrow - if weather permits (were in the middle of an ice storm!) and I cannot wait to wear!

I dont know if I will like these - these are the type you have to see on your foot - however, silver, metallic shoes - I love! and who could go wrong with a chunky heel - anyway, they were $15 - so sue me!?

xo

H

I've Got My Eye On You!

1. St Mortiz Self Tanner - I got mine on Ebay for under $20 - it's suppose to work as well as St. Tropez - but half the price! Will do a review once mine has arrived!

2. 'ZENOBIA' Steve Madden Booties - adorbs! find them here: Amazon

3. Oh how spring these little babies are! I ordered something similar yesterday from shoedazzle - these are from LuLu's!

4.  Oh these will be mine! Mint J.Crew Shorts

5. Minty fresh Nike Running Shoes - Can you see a trend here?

6. My favorite color in my favorite watch designer - Michael Kors

7.  This was found on Etsy via one of my fav blogs, Kiki's List! There are tons of designs to choose from - and very affordable =) 

xo

H

Shorts that Pop!

 Printed and Bright Shorts are a relatively new trend that is really embraced by all! Men, Women, Kids - all shapes and sizes can pull off this fresh look in the warmer months of spring and summer! 

From Left to Right: Tory Burch $175 - J.Crew $45 - J.Crew $65 - Sarahaghill.com $68 - J.Crew $255

Here are some fun ways to wear Look-at-Me Shorts! 

xo

H

Black Maxi

Found this Black Maxi at TJ Maxx and fell in love! It's beyond comfortable and I love the mesh detail in the front to add a bit of spice!

Oh hey Riley!! 

Busy day guys, I did my spring cleaning today ( a little late I might add!) Hope everyone is having a great week - Happy Hump Day!! 

xo

H

Color Your Life

Don't be afraid of color! 

Okay so maybe you are patting yourself on the back because you wore bright teal eyeliner yesterday - or maybe you own some neon, or hot pink? Well don't be too proud until you commit to some bright and bold hues in your HOME! Whether its a fresh coat of paint on the walls - or an interchangeable accent piece, you can update your home this spring with some fabulous color.

Can't get over this bold headboard and these little orange figurines - I am sure you can do these little guys on your own! Cheap thrift store find + bold color + spray acrylic sealer = statement piece! 

This is so fun for a guest room! I would never think all this would work together - the quilt, with the mixed matched lamps and the bright walls? What a tropical oasis for your visitors =)

I can't wait to try this on my wall behind my couch - not the color paint (although I love it) I just don't see the practicality of painting this in an apartment.  I just love the monochromatic frames, all shapes and sizes, stacked on each other - very cool idea, a must try.

Here is something you can do if you are scared to commit to a bright tone on the wall (or you cant because of landlord rules) I love lime and navy together, always have. Oh, and the headboard - give me that!!! 

Ya right!!! How on earth? I mean, its awesome - but could you wake up to this every morning? Probably not. If you can - more power to you - go neon!!

I am not a pink girl myself - but if you are (and your significant other doesn't mind) then I say this room is perfect! I love the abstract wall art as well. 

Love love love this room! Another scene that probably would require a very patient husband or boyfriend - but if he trusts you - hey, this came out great! So chic and inviting. Its my version of a 'bachelorette pad'

I love green - This is a very fun dining area - I might go for a breakfast nook all in lime in my next house - not the other colors though - maybe just lime and navy and white- beautiful! 

Those chairs! That rug! Curtains! Looking at all this is making me want to do a total home makeover!! Keep your eyes peeled at flea market - some ugly chairs may just need a fresh coat of paint! 

On my to do list! I think this might just be the most perfect spring centerpiece ever. All you need is a few cake stands - any kind will do - just add spray paint! Get some fake flowers and poke them in to a styrofoam ball - found at the craft store. 

Check out this wall! What a great design for a little girls room! It probably is a pretty time consuming project - but I must say it looks awesome! 

Here is some navy and lime again - loving it! Nice clean, bold lines. 

Okay so not everyone is going for the bold & bright wall colors - some may need just a pop here and there (see my house tour - I have pops of red in living room using just the lamps) These are great - especially with the geometric cuts. 

Ah-Mah-ZIng. 

Another DIY thats on my list - get some of these great wooden utensils at the dollar store and dip into any colors you so wish! (You need some spray acrylic sealer to prevent chipping) Also, I recommend washing by hand - not that many would dare put wood in the dishwasher! 

This is more do-able for the average decorator! Nice neutral woods with some fresh prints and pops of spring inspired colors! 

For the Zen in you - this room is perfect to create a calming, relaxing room - using clean lines, simple colors, and minimalist furniture - this is a perfect can't-go-wrong room!

Okay - Okay so all these home makeovers aren't in the budget this Spring? I can say the same here! However, I know we all can grab a few fashionably and fun pillows to spice up any room. I am always on the hunt for new pillows - I love mixing and matching and, well, just refreshing a room with a simple throw! 

Fabulous chairs again -  Besides the giant seahorses - that are way too beach house for me - this room is  great and the colors are great. It makes me just want to invite everyone over for bunch - doesn't it?! 

xo

H