Classic with a Twist

{ Blouse (on sale!) & Bag: J. Crew // Jeans: Habitual // Shoes: Charles David // Belt: Old Navy // Mirrored Aviators: Ray-Ban }

A white silk blouse, slim denim and aviator sunglasses are classic fashion staples that should be in every girl's wardrobe. After you've covered those basics, look for those same pieces with a little twist to add some flair. Details like contrasting trim on a blouse, mirrored green lenses on sunnies, and cuffing your jeans are subtle but really ups the chicness level. Or as P'Trique says, it's #ChicToTheNextLev.

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Little Miss Sunshine

{ Blouse: Old Navy (last seen here) // Faux Leather Skater Skirt: ASOS // Shoes: Christian Louboutin // Sunglasses: Prada // Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs // Jewelry: Joe Fresh necklace (similar); Anjolee eternity ring (c/o) }

I'm linking up with Marionberry Style's Trend of the Month challenge today, which is yellow! It's the perfect shade to brighten a gray day, especially when it's colour blocked with purple (my favourite hue). Colours have such a strong effect on your mood and for me, jewelry is just as effective, especially when it's sparkly and bright.

Anjolee recently gave me the opportunity to customize a piece of jewelry from their website, which is full of beautiful pieces from diamond engagement rings, bracelets and pendants to anniversary rings and earrings. Talk about eye candy! I eventually chose this gemstone and diamond eternity ring with alternating amethysts and diamonds (in this case mine has CZ stones since it's a sample). The style is simple and classic, and I think it'd be fun to stack a bunch of them on one finger! How would you wear this ring?

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Pink Me Up

{ Blazer: Zara (old, similar) // Peplum Top: T. Babaton "Felix" (last seen here) // Crochet Shorts: OASAP // Shoes: TOMS // Bag: Chanel // Sunglasses: Tory Burch // Jewelry: necklace via Etsy; HRH Collection Ultra Luxe necklace worn as bracelet }

I recently read this book called Pink Me Up to my daughter and thought it'd be the perfect title for this post. My 3-year-old loves pink and she'd gasp with delight at the pink cherry blossoms and the petals that have carpeted the street. Of course, she'd be wearing pink too. Happy Friday everyone!

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Insta-Snaps: Food Edition

Lately, not only have I been pinning away recipes on Pinterest, but I've also been making them too. Most of the dishes are salads since that's what I've been in the mood for, and I did make a few modifications to suit my palate and use what was already in my fridge. Here's a taste of what I've been cooking up in the kitchen through my Instagram feed.

{ Grilled Kale Salad with Beets and Figs }

{ Spinach and Quinoa Salad with Edamame, Mango, Grape Tomatoes and Almonds }

{ Quinoa and Sweet Potato Chili with Corn Bread }

{ Blackened Salmon with Mango Salsa; Quinoa Salad with Asparagus, Figs & Orange }

{ Mediterranean Orzo and Spinach Salad }

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Monday Muses: Kristin Cavallari & Camden Jack Cutler

Does anyone remember The Hills? I bashfully admit that I still miss watching it on TV (it was definitely my guilty pleasure). I was always on Team LC but since Kristin Cavallari is the first mama from the show, I'm showcasing her style and that of her cutie, Camden.

Shop Mama: Charlotte Russe Body-Con Dress $18.99 || Rose Gold Watch $20.00 || Chinese Laundry Leather Wedges $149.95 || Alexander Wang Rocco Bag $895.00

Shop Mini-Mister: Carter's Baby Boy Striped Polo Romper $9.99

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