Chevron Stripes

Source: Made By Rae

 Alright lovelies, let's talk chevron. Full disclosure, I am fully obsessed with chevron prints and stripes at the moment. On clothes, in decorating, on stationary - if it has chevron stripes on it, I probably want it. And I'm not alone in my love for this little print - its been popping up everywhere these days - the signature style for anyone that is design-conscious, with a love for clean, modern and chic prints. Check it out...there are so many ways to use chevron stripes in your life!

Lamp Shade: Shades of Light, Vase: Emilia Ceramics, Bag: Source Unknown, iPhone Cover: Etsy, Tray: One Kings Lane, Coin Purse: Hawthorne Treads, Pot: Etsy

I would wear it as a dress...(it's actually a very slimming print)

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I am considering using it for my new business cards....

Source: Etsy

I would definitely decorate with it - I think it works especially well as rug...

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It even looks good on a wedding cake!

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So, tell me, are you a fan of chevron stripes too?

xoxo

Quote of the Day

Source: The Art of Non-Conformity

Pink and Orange

Top to Bottom, Left to Right: Zara, The Glitter Guide, Note to Sarah, Pink Lemonade Design

 Something about the combination of pink and orange feels so summery and cheerful. I have been seeing it everywhere lately- most recently, I attended a fashion show where the woman sitting across the runway from me was wearing a phenomenal dress that was eye-popping pink on the top and orange on the bottom - even her shoes were hot pink - with studs up the back of the heel, no less! I know it sounds a little over the top, but girlfriend worked it and pulled it off quite well.

I'm not sure how I am going to incorporate this bold choice into my wardrobe quite yet, but I am definitely liking the idea of adding it to a room's decor for a pop of bright color. These are some great options for adding the popular color combination into your daily life...

Endless Summer Poster: All Posters, Marimekko Notebook: Crate and Barrel, Calender: Paper Source, Pillow: Jonathan Adler, Blanket: Hermes, Patterned Rug: Madeline Weinrib

Time for a Picnic

 I've been day dreaming about having an old-school picnic in the park with friends lately. I can't remember the last time I had a picnic - complete with the blanket and basket. Once the summer weather decides to catch up with the fact that its June here in Seattle, I am going to plan a picnic outing - and this will be my inspiration...

First, the outfit. Choosing the perfect attire for your event always comes first in my book. Now, considering this is my day dream, I might have chosen a few items that aren't all that "park appropriate". In real life, I would of course, add a pair of jeans and some tennis shoes to this collection...

Gingam dress - Dolce and Gabbana, Floppy Sun Hat - Tilly's, Gingham sunglasses - Mosley Tribes, Red Wedges - Kate Spade, Swimsuit - Betsey Johnson

Next, we are going to need supplies for this picnic - all of the essentials like blankets, a nifty basket, a few chairs, and my personal favorite, a personal-size portable grill.

Deck chair- Hive Modern, Colorful Picnic Blankets- Basic French, Picnic Plate- Terrain, Bento Box- Plastico, Picnic Blanket Roll- Mulberry Hall, BBQ Bucket- Terrain, Wine Bottle Lantern- Jaimie Oliver, Blanket- Cath Kidston    

Last, but certainly not least, let's not forget the eats. After all, good food is the main ingredient of a picnic - is it not? And these Mason Jar meal ideas from The Decorated Cookie are perfect - adorable and smart. Also smart? The wine in a bag with a spigot...brilliant.

Wine in a Bag- Finnish Design Shop, Wine Picnic Pack- Yellow Tail, Red Picnic Box- Picnic Fun, Polka Dot Picnic Set - Cath Kidston, Pink Made-to-Order Picnic Basket- Loewe

Now, if I could only pick a picnic basket from all the cute options out there, I would be ready to go. Are you feeling inspired to pack a picnic and get away too?

xoxo

Daddy's Girl

Source: Etsy

I hope you all had a wonderful Father's Day - I spent the day with my dad, doing just exactly what he wanted to do. I may be biased, but to me, there is no Dad out there more supportive, compassionate, smart and loving than mine - I love you, Daddy!

A Sweet and Sparkly Treat

Friday afternoon, I received this sweet little package in the mail from none other than the lovely ladies behind Elva Fields - one of my favorite jewelry designers.

As a thank you for featuring their sparkly designs on the blog a time or two - which was entirely MY pleasure, since I adore their work - they treated me to this charming little pair of earrings. I was so touched by their thoughtfulness - especially since I am just a little blogger, new to the world of style blogging. So, a shout out to Elva Fields for their kind business practices!

Espadrilles for Summer

When the time of year arrives that I can wear my flip flops every day of the week, night or day, I am a happy girl. Don't get me wrong - I love my tall heels, but flip flops are where its at during the summer - my toes love to be free and at the end of the day, there is nothing more comfortable.

But, if I had to pick a second favorite shoe for the summer months, it would be espadrilles! I have long had a love affair for these Spanish shoes - they are so unique and original with the rope and jute soles. They come in flat styles, wedge styles - and the fabrics and variations used to make them are so wide ranging.

I've never actually owned a pair of flat espadrilles (although I have had plenty of wedge versions), but looking at these, I am thinking I need to invest in a pair...

Blue Stripes - Kate Spade, Multi-colored Chevron - Missoni, Green Stripes - Kate Spade, Blue Sandals - Marais, Satin Espadrilles - Lanvin, Colored Print - Missoni, Silver Espadrilles - Delia's, Print Espadrilles - MiuMiu

I think I have to have the striped pair from Kate Spade - although, I do adore the ballet-slipper look of the pair from Lanvin!

There are plenty of adorable wedge versions out there too...

Braided Espadrilles - Christian Louboutin, Multi-colored Espadrilles - Missoni, Black Ankle Strap - BCBG, Red Stripe - Bettye Muller, Brown Leather - Ralph Lauren, Tan Suede - Unknown, Nude Closed Toe - Asos

Which ones are your favorite?

xoxo