Tibi Meets DVF

A few inspirations as of late... some ideal for work, others for music festivals coming up, garden parties and the like... I will start by saying I am panting/drooling over the Tibi shoes up top. The thin lines whisper feminine, while bright colors and patterns speak fun and sexy. Great for work, or after-hours fashion statement. You can also see that I'm feeling the best-selling Maja Dress with bold, orange print per Diane von Furstenberg... such elegant flows to these dresses. Enjoy!

Rebecca & Co. of Winston-Salem

Sunglasses DO grow on trees, don't let anyone tell you differently. Tory Burch blossoms, etc. etc.

Reasoning behind deeming this "Rebecca & Co. of Winston-Salem" is because it is now owned by the one and only, Lisa, who has been dedicated for 16 years to this chic boutique... and it has paid off (pun)!

Had a lovely lunch break with the ladies of Rebecca's... Janie was sweet enough to pop in for me...and  Brianna, always so helpful ! I had been drawn to the James Jean scalloped, white pants (below) that I peeped online and decided it was a must-have. There is a plethora of new items... bright colors, chiffons, sassy shorts & fabulous bags - all just in time for Spring - as well as some great sales (hence the Marc by Marc Jacobs computer case, also below, that I decided I had to have).

I am particularly obsessed with the neon yellow Alice & Olivia top above... it is the epitome of modern female. Joe's jeans shorts in red...super hot. Lots of ring candy as well. A good day before Good Friday!!

April at Bevello

Can't believe it's April already. My "Spring Fever" involves 88% Shopping Fever, 5% Weather Fever and... well nevermind I can't do math. The final percentage is probably a combo of traveling, wining and dining, and good books for the travels (mags). Pictured above are one of my latest steals from bevello here in WS. Sam Edelman signature sandals, in just a good brown.

They also have a plethora of Ellison shirts, which I dig, because they're usually great colors (I have bright orange and pink so far), lightweight and can be worn for layering or just topped with a nice necklace pop. If you can't make to bevello, you can shop online at Tobi, because Ellison online is for buyers only unfortunately...

Headband Frenzy

I'm paying homage to a childhood photo at my parent's house that isn't permitted to come down and that I've always cringed upon glance. I was wearing a headband. Now, I'm bringing them back. Pictured above is yours truly sporting a yellow leather and gold studded headband from Monkee's of The Village. They have (had, anyway) a generous spread, from girlie-wirlie with gold bows, to everyday wear, thin-striped picks. Get yours now, and relish in feeling adorable again.

Swim Times, Part Cinque

Today, I bring you the suits. Except the one DVF Coverup I came across - and just couldn't deny as much as I tried to ignore. The first images pictured above are exactly what you'd expect from J.Crew - cute and classy. The apple print is almost too cute, and I like that the wires give those of us who aren't as well endowed in the ta ta arena, a little support and boost. I generally like a little ruffle in swimwear, all relative to size and placement, and J.Crew's respective choices for the ruffles here bode well with me. We then move down to Trina's swimwear, also what you'd expect - bright colors and prints with a touch of "bling" (my favorite). Continuing on down, I'm actually pretty much panting and drooling over here for the Lilly Pulitzer "Turquoise Coral Me Crazy" bikini.... two of the greatest colors one could pair. The lines on the peach/coral ViX suit are flattering with light scrunching in all the right places. And our final tops are really here as staples of my style - stripes and animal print.

Up next: hats. Cheers! xx

Pictured above: J. Crew Mini delicious apple underwire top, $52 + bottom, $48, J. Crew Jersey Lomellina side-sweep ruffle bandeau top, Trina Turk Ogee Buckle Front Bandeau & Sash Hipster, $100 + $92, Trina Turk Deco Palm Solid Halter & Side Hipster, $96 + $76, Trina Turk Caprice Banded Halter & Hipster, $92 + $72, Lilly Pulitzer Sandy String Bottom Ties in Turquoise Coral Me Crazy, $48, Diane Von Ferstenberg Aaliyah Printed Dress, $425, ViX 'Bia" Bikini, $88, Ella Moss Calypso Bikini, $65, Vince Camuto Wild Cheetah Halter Bikini top, $72

Swim Times, Part IV

You know, there really aren't very many quality design beach bags out there. A bit constraining, but have no fear, I come bearing some good finds that that I went to the end of the internet for and back, then through the woods to Rebecca & Co. Pictured above are Trina's beach totes, which are bright white, fun in plastic and with clean, classic lines.
Trina Turk Mykonos Tote, $120

Scout is awesome in all its insulated beauty.
Scout Beach Totes, $37.50 

Tory Burch Channning Tote, $295

Swim Times, Part III

Okay, so I know it's an understatement saying "it's ludicrous to spend $298 on a beach towel," especially in consideration of a) long days in the sun, drinking cocktails (insinuating you might...just might...lose sight of your towel), b) there's a pretty big potential of sun, sand and chlorine damage and c) it's just plain silly. BUT I have found some designer towels way under $100 as well, which makes me happy. Check out these beautiful linens in which to bronze thyself (or shade thyself)!

Picture above: Jemina by Roberta Roller, $100. Malika towel by MissoniHome, $235. Harbour Island by Deborah Island Linens, $298. Bisquine Towel by Lacoste, $27. Trina Turk Palm Springs Towel, $58.