Black & White Stripes - Of Course!

I don't know about you, but I just love black & white.  It's timeless.  Classy.  Eye-catching.  Clean.  And makes the perfect backdrop for just about anything - silver, gold, and metals of all types, bold bright colors and patterns, or simple muted and neutral tones.  It's oh so versatile! 

Add a little or a lot & watch your home or wardrobe pop with the addition of black and white...

{Click here to see this cute lamp shade diy project}

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What do you think?  Do you like a little or a lot, or none at all??

Fashion Friday : Nautical Prints for Summer

Hi All!

Jamie here from FashionistaMusings with your dose of Friday Fashion.

With Memorial Day behind us and the weather warming up for summer, our wardrobes become lighter and more colorful. Breathable fabrics, such as linen and cotton, and light reflecting colors allow us to enjoy the ever-rising temperatures without sweltering. Nautical Prints are the perfect combination of backyard summer Bar-B-Q meets Yacht Club chic. Classic Navy and White horizontal stripes can be paired with a wide range of colors including Red, Grey and Brown.

This Theory Striped Maxi dress with chunky wood jewelry and leather wedges paired with minimal makeup can be worn to brunch, an afternoon picnic in the park or a stroll through town. 

{Bloomingdales}

Buy a Navy and White Striped Nautical Blouse and pair with pieces from your existing wardrobe for an instant summer update! White Jeans, a Red Skirt, Blue Jean Cut-Offs… the possibilities are endless.

{FIME}

Wedges are a summer wardrobe staple. Update your current shoe collection with a pair of nautical themed wedges (such as this pair from the Jessica Simpson Collection) for a water-ready look that is feminine and crisp.      

{Jessica Simpson}

For those of you who desire to try the nautical look without jumping into the water head first, try a Sailor themed manicure. Start with Navy nailpolish. Add thin white stripes. Finish with a Red heart for the extra touch of sparkle.

{The Beauty Department}

Do you love nautical prints? If so, how are you incorporating them into your wardrobe?

Happy Weekend!

Jamie

Hot Summer Stripes!

Nothing says summer like stripes.  I'm loving all of the articles in recent magazines featuring striped decor, accents, accessories and more.  Here are a few of my favorite finds...

(P.S. This bag was a recent bday gift to me, and I LOVE it! From Aldo :)

Several of these items and accessories can be found at JCrew, Aldo, & Michael Kors.  :)