Summer Favorites

DETAILS. Mint Ombre Dress (on sale! Also in love with this mint one & this one) // Neon Beaded Clutch // Prabal Gurung Heels (old similar here)
HOME PIECES. Grey Lounge Chair (old similar here & here) // Cynthia Rowley Pillow

Mint and neons are two of my favorite Summer colors to wear. This is my second beaded clutch from Nila Anthony. They are always the statement piece to an outfit, but I think my favorite piece from this look is this mint ombre dress, and it's on sale for under $40.

DETAILS. Grey Oversized Sweater (went a size up to a medium for an oversized look) // Distressed Skinny Jeans (size 25 - runs true to size) // Grey Ankle Boots (run true to size) // Prada Handbag (budget friendly here) // ILY Pearl Necklace (on sale for $14)

Probably one of the most common emails and instagram questions I get is about sizing, so I am going to do my best to start sharing as much sizing info as possible on my looks so you have an idea how the items will fit you. I love when stores share what size the person in the photo is wearing, so I hope this will help you guys as well :) I actually wore this look when we were in San Francisco. I was surprised how much cooler it was there then back home. This oversized sweater is so comfortable. I ordered it in all 3 colors. It's a Fall must have for sure. Also this pearl necklace is on sale at ILY for only $14 right now, over 75% off.

MY OUTFIT. Green Oversized Blazer/Shawl (size small - also loving this one) // White Leith Tank // Necklace // Distressed Skinny Jeans (true to size) // Report Boots (old similar here) // Marc Jacobs Watch
KID'S OUTFIT. Beckam: Stripe Hoodie (sized up so it fits him longer) // Skinny Jeans (run a little big) // Shoes  Mara: Stripe Maxi Dress

When traveling I like to have comfortable layers. Seems like I'm always cold on the plane so I like to bring a light weight jacket to throw on. Beckam just grew out of all his newborn shoes, so these are the first ones I have gotten in his new size. How cute are they? I think baby shoes are my favorite baby item to buy.

DETAILS. Neon Orange Shorts (under $15 - size 6) // Nike Shoes (run a half size small - color: grey/green/mango) // Michael Kors Watch

The pieces that got the most wear this summer were hands down these shoes and shorts (full post on them here) I can't get enough of the Internationalist sneakers.

DETAIL. 3 Tier Dainty Layered Necklace // Knot Bracelet Set // Gold Midi Ring Set // Grey Floppy Hat

I love the dainty layered look. I'm usually trying to stack my necklaces so they vary lengths, but a lot of times they are so close it's harder to do. The one above is actually one necklace with three chains so it makes your stacking easy, love the varying shapes and chains.

DETAILS. Floral Dress (size small) // Mint Bag (old loving this under $60 here) // Pink Heels (true to size)

I feel like floral is the epitome of Summer. Everyone needs a good floral piece in their closet.

Most of these images are via my Instagram account. You can follow along at @hellofashionblog. Thanks so much for reading. Hope you all are having a great week!

XOX,
Christine

Summer

DETAILS.

Elorie Dress (50% off) // Cynthia Vincent Knotted Sandals (50% off) // Leopard Tote // Alex and Ani Bracelets (40% off - similar gold set here) // Photos by JessaKae Photography

What is Summer without a lightweight dress and some Starbucks? Today I am partnering with my friends at Gilt to share a few pieces from their current sales. The sale I'm most excited about is Alex and Ani. I have been wanting a set of their bracelets for awhile and was so excited to try them. I have literally worn them almost everyday, I had to order the silver set, and I'm debating this hematite set. Which one is your favorite?

Right now they are also running one of my favorite designers Cynthia Rowley. Just got this dress and this grey suede top. The handbag sale has lots of pieces up to 80% off, I'm loving this hunter green Rebecca Minkoff (50% off).  Be sure to check out Gilt and see upcoming sales on designer brands on major discount.  Hope you all are enjoying your weekend!

                           

BRACELETS // SANDALS // DRESS

XOX,

Christine

Patio & Lemonade

Outfit: Ombre Maxi Dress // Sunglasses // Rings // Lipstick // Marc Jacobs Leather Watch

Patio Furniture:
Wicker Accent Chair // Wicker Loveseat (similar here) // White Ceramic Garden Stool (old similar here) // Purple Glass Lantern // Teal Glass Lantern // Aqua Outdoor Mat (also loving this version)

Pillows: (all on sale)
Turquoise Outdoor Pillow // Green and White Dotted Pillow // Aqua and Green Dotted Outdoor Pillow // Blue and Green Gate Outdoor Pillow // Purple and Turquoise Print Lumbar Pillow

Lemonade:
Aqua Chevron Tray (just ordered the matching chargers) // Acrylic Pitcher (great because it looks like glass but won't break if it falls outside) // Blue Glass Bottle // Strawberry Lemonade Syrup
* Photos by JessaKae Photography

Hope you all had a great Fourth of July! Today I am excited to share my first home post. One of my favorite places to relax at our home is the patio. It has a great view overlooking the city. A couple weeks ago I decided to invest the time into redoing the space so it became a more enjoyable place to relax. I wanted it to feel bright and fresh so I went with aqua tones paired with neon green and purple accents for contrast. I am really excited how it turned out, now I just need to work on keeping the plants alive (I swear all the plants I have die, I definitely do not have a green thumb!).

World Market is having a big Summer sale right now. The aqua outdoor mat I got is now only $13, and most of the outdoor throw pillows are 50% off.

Green and Aqua Dotted Ikat Outdoor Throw Pillow • $17.49
Blue Glass Yorkshire Dispenser • $19.99
Green Hanalei Occasional Chairs, Set of 2 • $359.98
Dillon All-Weather Wicker Loveseat with Cushion • $299.99
9' Blue Aberdeen Umbrella Canopy • $34.99
Baltic Blue Bali Club Canvas Cover • $16.99
Athena Outdoor Lumbar Pillow • $24.29
Blue Glass Bottle with Clamp Lid • $5.99
Blue and Green Gate Outdoor Throw Pillow • $22.49

XOX,

Christine

Summer Recap

Each season I like to take a look back at what I wore the year before. Some outfits I cringe and think CRAP what was I thinking?! Other's I love and would wear again this year. Below are a few of my favorite looks from last Summer....

Knot a tee over a Summer maxi or dress. [Full Post here]

Get the Look: Mint Dress / Pink Tee / Yellow Heels / Sunglasses 

Navy blue layers for Summer nights or rainy days.  [ Full Post here]

Get the Look: White Silk Tank / Button Cardigan / Joe's Jeans / Silver Watch / Scarf 

Wrap a scarf around your head to keep hair out of your face for a laid back beachy look. Pair with your favorite maxi dress.  [Full Post here]

Get the Look: Stripe Maxi Dress / Sandals (also loving these gladiator ones) / Tory Burch Scarf / Marc Jacobs Yellow Bag (also loving this) /  Sunglasses

A simple classic look. Pair your favorite lightweight jacket/blazer with a good ole pair of distressed jeans. [Full Post here]

Get the Look: Black Blazer / T By Alexander Wang Tank/ Distressed Jeans / Lace Up Sandals / Gold Watch / Sunglasses / Black Tote

White on white.
Get the Look: White Shorts / White Blouse / Red Cross Body / Nude Heels / Michael Kors Chain Watch

An easy from work to friends look. Slip a blazer over a maxi for nine to five and throw it off for patio dinner with your friends.
Get the Look: Grey Maxi (love sleeve version here)/ Pink Blazer / Silver Necklace / Silver Watch / Black Clutch

Which look is your favorite?

Thanks for reading!

XOX, 

Christine

PS. Shopbop is running an extra 25% off sale items. Loving this white dress (40% off) // these shoes // and these bright color block sandals. Enter code: 25MORE to get an additional 25% off. 

Boyfriend Boyfriend

Theory Blazer / StyleMint Tee c/o / Zara Shorts (old similar here) / H&M Belt (old similar here) / Converse Sneakers / Thrifted Bag (similar here) / Michael Kors Watch

I'll be honest, I haven't gotten ready the last few days. I've been living in this oversized tee and baggy shorts. The nights have started cooling down so I always throw a blazer in my car to layer up when the chill sets in (or maybe it's my subconscious anxiously waiting to layer up for fall).  

High - Low

CLOTHES:

Dress (old similar here & here) / ShoeMint Heels (sold out similar here) / Linea Pelle Belt c/o / Target Hat / ILY Necklace / H&M Clutch (old loving this & this)

A GIRL AND HER PUP

CLOTHES:

MONROW tee / Free People Shorts (more sizes here) / Report Boots (similar here)

ACCESSORIES:

Linea Pelle Bag c/o / JewelMint Ring c/o

Today I am missing my little man. We sent Mio to a training camp last night and I'm going a little crazy not having him home. Every morning he comes by my bed, wagging his tail, doing his cute little yawn waiting for me to pet him before he eats breakfast. If I'm working too much, he sits and barks at my feet until I put down my computer, give him a hug, and let him fall asleep on my lap. His ears are going kind of crazy lately. I guess you are supposed to tape them down to help them flop forward, but I like his unconventional looks, it gives that cute pouty face a little personality :)

These are the Shopbop shorts I was talking about in yesterday's post. I am in love with the frays on them. I've noticed my style has been a lot more basic lately. It's harder to layer in the summer when it's warm, so it's more about the classic everyday pieces. Hope you all are having a great week!

MAXI ON THE RUN

CLOTHES:

Lulu's Maxi c/o / Linen Blazer (old similar here) / Fringe Sandals (old similar here)

ACCESSORIES:

ILY COUTURE Tassel Necklace / Gigi New York Clutch c/o / Michael Kors Watch / Milly Phone Case

Life has felt super hectic lately. Work, work, work. Maxi's are probably my favorite thing to wear while I'm on the go, breezy and comfortable. Hope you all have a great weekend!