A Touch of the Seventies

My love for the seventies derived from my appreciation of classic rock and folk music. I distinctly remember being eight years old riding along with my dad in his car jamming to The Rolling Stones, David Bowie,  Bob Seger, Creedance Clearwater Revival and many more artists. While most kids were listening to Britney Spear's first album "Baby One More Time", I was requesting "Twist and Shout" on the radio. These artists not only influenced my taste in music as I grew older, but also my fashion sense.

Wearing: J. Crew floral pants ($18 at Mish Mash consignment store), Banana Republic striped shirt ($14 on eBay), Zara booties, Neiman Marcus vintage purse ($16 Mish Mash consignment store), Le Vian ring (graduation gift), Swatch watch (gifted), miscellaneous bangles ($4 thrift store find), Leopard belt ($2 thrift store find).

Frosting, Sprinkles and Magnolia's

During my visit to New York City this week I finally decided to give in and visit the famous "Magnolia Bakery" shop.

Besides the scrumptious carefully decorated cupcakes, I really enjoyed the interior design and the warm vintage feel the shop had. Every little detail from the hardwood washed out floors, mason jars filled with spring flowers and polka-dot aprons hanging on the wall made the bakery that much more inviting.

I was really inspired by each and every detail surrounding me and and felt as if my outfit fit right into the soft and bright color combination of Magnolia's Bakery. I had to laugh when I took notice to what I was wearing... It was as if I subconsciously dressed for the occasion. 

Wearing: Theory blazer ($25 eBay), Ralph Lauren button up ($20 RL outlet store), Express jeans ($30), Boutique 9 flats (gifted), Liebeskind purse (gifted), Vintage bangles, swatch watch (gifted), Betsey Johnson sunnies ($15 TJ Maxx).

A Collection of Inspiration

Whenever I see something that I like I always take a picture and save it. I use my digital albums as a personal inspiration board. Anything from a magazine page I saw at the store or a specific fabric that caught my eye, I take a photo and use it as reference. These photographs motivate and inspire me when I am throwing an outfit together. 

What currently inspires me: 

Metallics

Pastels

Florals

Bright Colors

Edgy Stone Jewelry

Fringes

Large Bangles

Toe Detailed Flats

 Leopard Print 

Whats your inspiration?

A Splash of Spring

I've had this orange skirt from H&M hanging on my clothing rack for the longest time and just recently purchased this Jones New York aqua shirt. Half asleep this morning, with today's ensemble in mind I put the two colors side by side and realized the combination was a perfect splash of spring. 

This year's spring trends are all about bold colors and I am obsessed.The fact that I am able to involve such vibrance in my daily outfit choice makes getting dressed in the morning that much more fun!

Wearing: Jones New York shirt ($3.00) , H&M skirt ($8), Theory blazer, Steve Madden wedges, Liebeskind purse ($100 on eBay), Swatch watch, Vince Camuto purple bangle

Sunshine & Color Blocking

Today’s sunny skies and rising temperatures was the espresso shot to my morning.

I decided to go bold and work with the color-blocking trend. Initially I wasn't sure how I felt about blocking two colors together, however after playing around with the trend a little I have conformed.

I really like stimulating colors so these fire engine red jeans did the job. My Jason Wu for Target pink and white polka dot button up was the perfect compliment to soften the complete look.  

Buddy, my favorite kitty decided he wanted camera action too and sneaked into some of my pictures. 

 Wearing:

Vigold Jeans, Jason Wu for Target button up shirt, Franco Sarto heels ($30), Swatch watch, BCBG bracelet, Vince Camuto soft pink bracelet ($15), Tory Burch sunnies ($50)