Color Blocking: Trend Spin Link-Up

This week on the Trend Spin Link-Up the trend is color blocking! I love the shape of this swingy pleated color block dress. The navy and poppy blocking feels sporty, but the fabric and silhouette makes this piece super girly. I feel the most feminine when I have a skirt that twirls and moves with me. Paired with neutrals and a statement necklace, this ensemble would be great for game day in the Grove at Ole Miss. Only more 9 days until kickoff! I hope everyone is having a great Tuesday. Thank you as always for reading.

xo Christina

 Dress: French Connection (similar here); Shoes: Zara; Necklace; J.Crew; Clutch: Old but similar here; Sunnies: Karen Walker; Bracelets: J.Crew and David Yurman

 Head on over to Walking in Memphis in High Heels  and The Fashion Canvas to see how other bloggers styled the color blocking trend.

Short Story

As the summer draws to a close, I feel an urgency of time and season to wear white whenever I can...while I still can.  I dread the eventual dismissal of some of my favorite pieces (like these high-waisted shorts) to the back of my closet where they await Easter Sunday. But truthfully, as a forward thinking individual, I have often thought that the 'no white after Labor day rule' is antiquated. In my opinion the decision to wear a particular color garment should be based more on the fabric type and weather conditions than on the item's color.

   I am not going crazy and suggesting that one should wear a white eyelet and seersucker on Christmas day. I am merely suggesting a small shift in perception concerning weather appropriate whites and their place all year around. So call me crazy, but I think these shorts would look great with a black chunky knit, structured coat, and tights on a cold day. Winter white this year? I say, yes. These shorts have not seen their last week.

xo Christina  

 Shirt: Tibi (new version here); Shorts: Zara (similar here); Shoes: Tibi: Sunnies: Karen Walker; Clutch: Tory Burch (old but loving this version here); Watch: Michael Kors Braclets: David Yurman; Nails: Essie 'No place like chrome' here, Nars: Matte Lip Pencil in Yu

Casual Cool

Happy Thursday! With moving back to Law School... I have had a lot of errands to run. When tackling my to-do list I like to look pulled together, but also be comfortable!  This outfit does just that. This hooded fatigue jacket is also perfect for late afternoon showers. Here's to getting everything done...as Thomas Edison said, "there is time for everything." I hope he is right! Have a great week and thank you for stopping by.

xo Christina

 Jacket: JCrew; Shirt: Nordstrom; Jeans: Madewell; Shoes: Converse: Bag; Celine; Cap: JCrew Necklace: Max and Chloe; Braclets: J.Crew and David Yurman

Black and White

After a summer home in the Sunshine State I am finally back in Mississippi for my final year of law school. It is great to be back with friends and I must say I am ready to welcome the fall season. I am so excited for football, brightly colored leaves, and obviously wearing more leather!  This leather skirt is one of my favorite back-to-school fall finds. Paired with classic black and white stripes and a touch of leopard... I feel like I should be taking a stroll through Paris, France...not Oxford, MS.  All I am missing is a beret, Oui? I hope everyone is having a great week and thank you for reading! 

xo Christina

 Skirt: Tibi: Shirt: Ann Taylor: Shoes: J.Crew (new version here); Bag: Forever 21; Sunnies: Karen Walker; Bracelets: David Yurman and J.Crew; Necklace: Max and Chloe; Rings: Forever 21; Lips: Nars; Nails: OPI Funny Bunny

Head on over to the Trend Spin Link-Up on  Walking in Memphis in High Heels and The Fashion Canvas to see other Bloggers do black and white.

Metallic: Trend Spin Link-Up

It is unbelievably August and this week on the Trend Spin Link-Up the trend is Metallic!  Despite the warm weather, I put together this look as a fall preview. Anything with a mirror-shine is going to be making a lot of appearances in my wardrobe this upcoming season. My current obsession is this chambray shirt which is an embellished spin on a classic favorite. The soft weekend cotton staple is amped up a notch with small metallic jewels. My metallic pumps (which have been a summer favorite of mine) will certainly transition into fall, and even into winter. I love the idea of pairing the light metallic sheen as an accent to heavy winter wool and rich leather. Even though I am excited about the transition in dressing that a new season brings... for now it is still summer. I am perfectly happy to enjoy what is left of warm nights and beach time with family. I hope everyone is having a great week and thank you for stopping by!

xo Christina

     

Shirt: JCrew; Pumps: Gianni Bini (old but similar here); Jeans: Gap; Bag: Celine; Sunnies: Karen Walker; Bracelets: David Yurman and JCrew; Ring: David Yurman and Forever 21; Lips: Nars Schiap; Nails: Essie 'No place like Chrome'

Don't forget to stop by Walking in Memphis in High Heels and The Fashion Canvas to see other bloggers on the Link-Up! 

Ivy Covered Halls

Happy Monday! Over the weekend I journeyed back to Gainesville, FL...home of the University of Florida, the Gator Nation, and my beloved College town. This was the first time I had spent any real amount of time there since my graduation in the Spring of 2011. The nostalgia I felt was overwhelming. I strolled though UF''s beautiful ivy covered campus and reminisced about particular routes I would walk to class, living in my sorority house, and of course game day at our stadium the Swamp. It was truly a bittersweet experience... and I can't wait until I am officially a Florida resident again, and can make it back every weekend during football season.

 One thing I did get the pleasure of remembering is how unbelievably hot it can be in Gainesville during August. I wore this emerald green crepe dress, and I was really happy I did. Its swingy shape and breathable fabric allowed me to remain cool enough to fully enjoy my afternoon of exploring. I hope everyone had a equally great weekend, and as always... thank you for reading. 

xo Christina 

 "Oh hey there Gator, you look like you need some sunnies too!"

Dress: JCrew; Necklace: JCrew; Shoes: JCrew (on sale!); Bag: Tory Burch; Sunnies: Karen Walker; Bracelets: David Yurman; Watch: Michael Kors

Rainbow Mod

Last week I posted about my trip to Tibi heaven on St. Simon's Island (see post here). Well, this dress is one of my favorite finds of the trip. I love a good shift dress, and this one feels so 1960's mod to me. I also love that the colorful graphic pattern is summery without being floral, thus giving it a lot of potential to transition into the fall season. My little purse is also a new favorite of mine. Small enough to take out on the town, and big enough to fit an actual wallet inside...hello perfect! Thank you as always for stopping by, and have a great rest of the week. 

xo Christina

 Dress: Tibi; Bag: DVF; Shoes: Tibi (similar here); Sunnies: Karen Walker; Bracelets: J.Crew and David Yurman; Watch: Michael Kors; Lips: NARS Schiap