I know, I know, I am the last one to the party on this royal wedding business… I have to admit it is really fun to think about a regular girl next door meeting and falling in love with a prince. We did fight a war to escape the British monarchy, but nevertheless I am really excited to watch the wedding this weekend. I am going to be watching the wedding with my very sweet friend Nikki, yes she is an incredible friend to drink tea, wear a fancy hat and stay up late with me for a wedding and yes, my husband is even more exceedingly grateful for her… or else it would be him! Will you be watching?
I am pretty much a sucker for ANYTHING having to do with old, repurposed books. I love the thought of giving old discarded books new life, I especially LOVE these journals, made out of old books, from a blog I recently discovered called Swell Jane (if you love all things letterpress and printed you would love this blog as well!). These journals would be make perfect bridesmaid gifts, shower gifts, birthday gifts or hey even a gift for yourself if you keep a journal! The graphics on the end pages are so beautiful and the titles on the covers make me smile!
The rain has finally let up, here in dreary Seattle-land. The sun has been making an appearance which makes me very happy and dreaming of a real Spring…I so badly want to put away my dark winter layers and start dressing in happy Spring things. Here are some of my Spring basics, some I have in my closet already, some I am planning on adding… I love hearing what other people consider staples in their own closet, so what are your Spring staples?
1| I have been wearing the same pair of aviators for about 3 years now. I love them. They are my go-to Spring/Summer essential. (especially when I don’t have time to do my makeup in the morning before running out the door, shhh don’t tell!)
2 | I am going to add these sandals to my closet this Spring. They are a great feminine update to the gladiator. They are a great way to soften up a pair of rolled boyfriend denim or with a pair of patterned shorts (not that it ever gets that hot in Seattle, but a girl can dream!)
3| I am on the fence about linen. I normally think it’s a horrible fabric because all you have to do is look at it and it wrinkles in a very unattractive way…so these exact pants are probably not in my future. But I do love the basic style of them. They are a modified high waist, I love the crop at the bottom and the tie at the top. So I will keep my eye out for something similar in a different fabric…
4| I am still all about the statement necklace. It’s an easy way to change up an outfit. I know, I know…I keep hearing it’s all about the statement bangles for Spring. Sorry, I can’t do it! I need my wrists (I am on the computer all day long and those darn bangles just get in the way!) I love sea-foam color of this necklace. I think it would be great to wear dressed up or down for everyday. I love a great statement necklace…
5| My normal scent is Michael Kors, but for Spring my soon to be sister in law turned me on to this Jo Malone scent and I am obsessed. It’s so light, citrusy (seriously so yummy!) I actually feel lighter when I wear it. Here is a hint, go ask for a sample of it at the Nordy’s Jo Malone counter…my little sample only lasted a month I was so obsessed but it is a great way to try the scent out!
6| This clutch is such a lovely peachy/coral color. I love. Practical for everyday? You bet! In fact carrying around a clutch (in my non-scientific opinion) has been better on my back and forced me to carry less plus I look so much more chic in the process. I really do think carrying around a colorful, lighter bag is the easiest, quickest way to update your look for Spring. (Especially if the weather is still crummy and doesn’t allow for sandals and sunnies!)
