Pineapple Embroidered Shorts Summer Trend

July 10, 2017 by Virginia

Hello friends! I just can’t get enough of these adorable pineapple embroidered shorts! I’ve been loving the embroidered shorts at J.Crew Factory and bought my husband a pair of chinos with embroidered crabs! (He loves them!) Then when I stopped into Target for some things (ie: Sugarfix by Baublebar jewelry!) I came across these cute pineapple embroidered shorts and they were the perfect fit! I’ve been wanting a pair of white shorts for summer but I find it hard to find a pair that are the right length. J.Crew Factory 5″ inseam shorts are my favorite but the cute critter shorts they carry only come in a 3″ inseam.

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Here are some of my favorite J.Crew Factory Shorts:

I was happy to find these pineapple embroidered shorts (they come in 3 inseam lengths too!) at Target and what better day to feature them on the blog but on National Piña Colada day! Pineapples are showing up everywhere (you could even match your hubby!) and I couldn’t be happier! I paired these embroidered shorts with a favorite bell-sleeve off-the-shoulder top. You can see another way I wore it here. It’s light-weight, under $15 and pairs beautifully with a variety of outfits!

Please forgive the blurry photos! First time shooting with a tripod and remote!

Get the Look:

Blue Bell Sleeve Off-the-shoulder Top, Shein.
White Pineapple Shorts, Target. Get the 3″ version or the 7″ version all on sale!
Ray Ban Original Aviators
Kendra Scott Owen Cocktail Ring, c/o (old). Similar
Gold Michael Kors Sandals, TJMaxx (old). Lusting after these!
Amore Mattee Metallic Lip Cream in Loved, CVS. Also here.
Turquoise Drop Earrings, TJMaxx (old). Similar | Love these and these too from Sugarfix by Baublebar!
Sugarfix by Baublebar Turquoise Layered Necklace, Target.
Julep Nail Polish in Lindsey, c/o Glossybox. See the rest of what I got in this box here!
Sally Hansen Miracle Gel in Teal the Show
Baublebar Ice Lateral Ring, old.
Michael Kors Two-Tone Darci Watch, Areatrends.com.
Tori Burch 3-strand Logo Bracelet, Tradesy.

More Fun Pineapple Items:

That’s all for this post! I have a busy week coming up with Lead Inspections, Contractors, and two major sales starting!

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Have you gotten into the embroidered shorts trend? What are your favorites? Let me know in the comments below!

-Virginia

Button-Up Chambray Outfit Recipe

June 12, 2017 by Virginia 16 Comments

The sun has finally returned to New England! The time for a button-up chambray outfit recipe is almost over because long sleeves are out and summer tanks are in! I know you can’t tell by these pictures, but as I’m writing this I’m even considering lugging our air conditioners up from the basement! Hooray! Summer is here!

Even though I’m feeling like summer, sometimes schools still don’t. The air conditioner can make it freezing even when outside temps make you want to head to the beach! As a result, it’s good to know some easy ways to layer. A button-up chambray is one of those closet staples that is good to have on hand. Not only can it help you add a layer if the air conditioner is up too high but it’s an easy way to change-up an outfit.

You may remember this dress from my Easter dress post. I’m still in love with it because it can be worn so many ways. In this post I wanted to show you a way you can “dress it down” a little and wear it to work. Just add chambray! My favorites are fitted and long enough to tie. This gives the top more versatility because you can tuck it in or tie it in front. An easy outfit recipe is to take a dress you already own and tie a button-up chambray over the top. Add a pretty statement necklace and some comfy shoes and you’ve just made your more formal dress appropriate for the classroom! I use this trick for both formal and casual dresses. (I did that with the pretty metallic dress from this post too!)

What is one way you quickly change up an outfit?

Get the Look:

White Lace Dress, Amazon. Also seen here!
Long Sleeve Button-Up Chambray Top, TJMaxx. Similar in widget below.
Laser Cut Block Heels, Jane. Similar here. Make sure to follow me on Facebook for alerts when they are back in stock on Jane!
Multicolored Statement Necklace, ebay. Similar in widget below. Also affordable options under $10 here, and more statement styles here and here.
Mint drop earrings, TJMaxx. Similar.
Michael Kors Two-Tone Darci Watch, Areatrends.
Kendra Scott Cuff Bracelet, Nordstrom.
Gold Midi Rings, Jane. Similar midi ring set.
Regal Jewelry Cable Bracelets, Zulily.
L’Oreal Infallible Lip Paints in Spicy Blush.

Button-Up Chambray Tops:

Multicolored Statement Necklace:

Thanks so much for stopping by!

-Virginia

Bishop Sleeve Blouse for the Classroom

April 24, 2017 by Virginia 16 Comments

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I have had the busiest weekend so this post is going to be short and sweet! I have been working on building up my spring teacher wardrobe. Off-the-shoulder and cold-shoulder tops are all the rage but I just can’t wear them to school! So, when I found this gorgeous bishop sleeve blouse in the perfect shade of light pink, I grabbed it up quick. I just LOVE this blouse but the V neck is cut so low that I had to improvise to be able to wear it to work! I’m glad I did because now I have this awesome lace layering tank top to share with you, a teacher-outfit staple! It comes in 38 colors (!) and is nice and long. You just can’t beat that for under $15!! Definitely check it out!

I do recommend sizing up one size in the pink bishop sleeve blouse. I’m usually a small and the medium was a perfect fit.

Would you wear this to work?

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Get the Look:

Pink V Neck Bishop Sleeve Blouse, Shein.
Long Lace Tank, Amazon. Similar in widget below.
White Skinny Ankle Jeans, LOFT (old). Current LOFT Ankle Pant.
Nude Pumps, Nordstrom. Also here.
Kendra Scott Corley Earrings , c/o Kendra Scott.
Monogram Necklace, Jane.com. Similar here.
Kendra Scott Rayne Necklace, Nordstrom.
Cable Bracelets, Zulily. Similar in widget below.
Two-Tone Michael Kors Darci Watch, Areatrends.
Owen Cocktail Ring, c/o Kendra Scott (old). Similar here and here.
Pave Ring, Baublebar (old). Similar in widget below.

Clickable Outfit Widget:

Nude/Pink Quilted Purses:

Thanks so much for stopping by!

-Virginia