summer loves

So, recently I have turned away from window displays, delving into the world of personal style. I think its about time to bring back the windows, agreed?

I will begin my series of summer window displays at Nordstrom. Their Love It displays, as I like to call them, are full of super fun get-ups in bright colors adorned with the perfect accessories.

     

The summer's hottest trends are included in these two window displays-- everything from the pop of color to the pop of white. Peruse my list of favorite trends and items inspired by these Nordstrom displays. 

1. The color block dress- Parker (pictured above with an orange shirt)
2. The easy, breezy white dress- Diane von Furstenburg
3. The graphic dress- Nicole Miller
4. The carryall tote with a pop of color- Tory Burch (pictured above in three colors)
5. The fun, printed short- Paige Denim
6. The bright blazer- Gibson (pictured above in yellow)
7. The super cool, retro sunglasses- Lanvin
8. The pretty, silky scarf- kate spade new york
9. The simple beach bangle- Ippolita
10. The funky wedge- Jeffrey Campbell

I hope you find inspiration and fun in my list of must-haves! Clearly, I like the word "the" and summer dresses. 

summer fashion 2012: the hi-lo dress

Xhilaration dress, Tory Burch clutch (old) similar here and here, Steve Madden wedges (old) similar here, Prada sunglasses (old) similar here, MAC lipstick Costa Chic

Today was one of those perfect summer days when the sun shines nicely, meaning you should take out the sunscreen. But, don't worry beads of sweat won't be dripping down your face. So, I decided there was no time better than the present to show off my new hi-lo dress. I've been obsessing over the style for months, among an incredibly long list of trends. 

I met my favorite summer hi-lo dress in the Target foyer of sorts, where the big, red carts meet the overpowering aroma of Starbucks. I spotted the colors, forgot about the cart and the coffee and walked right over to pick my size. There was no need to try it on. Thought? Is my hi-lo dress really that captivating? 

I must say I take pride in this outfit for its thrifty-nature. Although I have some designer accessories, they're all old items I rediscovered to help out this cheap, but super cute dress!

what to wear in the sun

T by Alexander Wang shirt, Trouve shorts, DV by Dolce Vita sandals, Karen Walker sunnies, Tory Burch iPhone case

Although I've spent most of my trip to Islamorada lounging at the beach in my bathing suit, light and fashionable outfits are still so important. I am obsessing over these Trouve shorts. I know they look a little  like a tacky Hawaiian shirt, but I can't get enough of them. And, the yellow T by Alexander Wang shirt is so comfy- I would live in it if I could. Comfort and tacky tropical prints--the perfect combination for a vacation to the Keys.