Favorite Four: Anchored

You'd think that the nautical trend would start to lose some of its appeal over the years, but I'm still as smitten as I ever was. Here are a few Etsy finds I have my eye on:

1. Address Stamp, LushPrints, $35
2. Bracelet, ohmyheartkate, $16
3. iPhone Case, twenty2boutique, $35
4. Canvas Tote (perfect for the farmers' market!), Whimsybags, $16

Today on Bedknobs & Baubles: another Etsy brand you should know about. 

Seeing Stripes

The moment summer rolls around, I'm pulling out hordes of Breton stripes. Here are a few pieces I'm loving (all under $100!):

1. Flats, West Coast Wardrobe, $38
2. Bracelet, Tory Burch, $58
3. Villa Dress, J.Crew, $68
4. Clutch, J.Crew, $98

Hankering for more nautical items? Check out today's Bedknobs & Baubles post. The tank is on my birthday wish list! 

Whale of a Time

After yet another coat of navy paint in the bedroom, Nate and I are assigned with our individual tasks. He's taking care of "manly" duties like electrical work and nailing trim. I'm in charge of decorating - the perfect excuse to acquire Thomas Paul's Moby Pillow. I had wish listed, obsessed over and even posted about this pillow over the last year and it was well worth the wait. Although, truth be told, the pillow is resting comfortably in my living room until I move into his place.

Outfit Notes: Banana Republic Dress; Forever21 and Banana Republic Bracelets; Necklaces from J.Crew, LOFT, NVme Fashions, Wendy Mink Jewelry

Tuesday Treats Under $20

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Forever21, Glam Shell Earrings, $4.80
Crate & Barrel, Verve Martini Glass, $12.95
Forever21, Shirred Knit Dress, $16.90
Pottery Barn, Lobster Outdoor Pillow, $19 (on special)
Pottery Barn, Set of 4 Crab Cocktail Napkins, $19

By the Seashore

The major drawback to living in the Midwest is being far, far away from the ocean. Sure we have plenty of lakes to splash in, but it just doesn't compare to salty sea spray and hot white sand.

Fortunately, bringing any of these nautical items home might just tide me over until my next ocean escape.


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Ballard Designs, Ceramic Crab, $49
Jayson Home & Garden, Cabebe Shell Dish, $44
Crate and Barrel, Port O'Call Table Lamp, $159
Restoration Hardware, Porthole Mirror, $199
Ballard Designs, Rope Knot Doorstop, $39
Thomas Paul, Seafarer Moby Jute Pillow, $70
Waterford, Seahorse Ocean Bread & Butter Plate, $19.95

She Sells Seashells

Once I spy the first crisp white and navy stripes of the year, my heart skips in anticipation of summer.

The nautical trend continues to resurface, but let’s face it, the last thing any of us need is another striped tee shirt. Instead, reinterpret the trend this year with pieces that simply nod toward the sea.

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Banana Republic, Silk Strapless Dress, $175
Ice.com, Cultured Pearl 14K Gold Threader Earrings, $75
J.Crew, Solid Silk Garland Cami, $88
Anthropologie, Sound Mooring Skirt, $49.95 (sale!)
Kate Spade, Sea Island Scallop Bracelet, $95
L.L. Bean, Tidepool Boat and Tote (Medium), $30
Banana Republic, Turquoise Dome Ring, $49