Cupcake Gingham

 

Bianca and I may be a little impatient when it comes to spooky season but the new fall collection from Ivy City Co has us ready for that transition! Their new fall offerings give you options for all kinds of climates and this cupcake gingham dress works perfectly for warmer temps. From cottagecore to cottage witch, this dress is a versatile addition to any wardrobe.

Dress- c/o Ivy City Co. (use code 15OFFSCB for a discount)

Shoes- c/o Strange Cvlt

Hat- The Beheaded

Bianca's dress- c/o Ivy City Co. (use code 15OFFSCB for a discount)

Bianca's shoes- Target

Bianca's hat- Target

The cupcake gingham dress is an extremely voluminous piece that features a square neckline, puff sleeves, gathered skirt with hidden side pockets, attached back tie and a back zippered closure. I'm not kidding when I say this dress makes a statement! It's fully lined and has two layers of stiff tulle underneath to maintain that cupcake look. I'm wearing my usual size 4 and I have to say, it's pretty roomy. I think I would have sized down to a 2 if I had known. If you're a regular customer and you already know your Ivy City size, I would recommend going down one. Bianca's wearing a size 9-10 and it's the perfect fit for her. The cupcake gingham dress is available in sizes 00-34 for adults, 12mo to 13-14 for kids, and 0-12mo for babies. There are also matching ties for every size as well so you can match with the whole family!

You can shop this dress and the entire Ivy City Co fall collection on their website HERE. Make sure to use the code 15OFFSCB for a little discount!

xoxo

Ashley

Jack-O-Lantern

 

I'm fully settled into my Summerween wardrobe thanks to Unique Vintage! Every year they're one of the first clothing companies to drop their Halloween collections and as usual, it's pretty great! One of the first pieces I picked up was this jack-o-lantern pinafore. I'm a huge fan of the spooky pinafores they've offered in the past and this one is just as cute as the rest. Bianca immediately had to try it on just in case it fit her. While she still has a few more years before she can start raiding my dress closet, she has already claimed this one as her own!

Top- Vixen by Micheline Pitt

Pinafore- c/o Unique Vintage

Shoes- Madame Zombie

Socks- Amazon

Bag- c/o Collectif

This pinafore is made from a corduroy fabric and features a pumpkin bib, skater skirt with front exposed pockets, adjustable straps and a back zippered closure. I sized up to a medium for this piece because I like a little extra length in the straps and waist room for when I wear a chunky sweater underneath. I'm overall happy with the fit and I adore how I can take this piece from summer to fall with some layering pieces. The jack-o-lantern pinafore is available in sizes XS-4X. Make sure to check out their *huge* Halloween collection on their website HERE!

Have you started planning any spooky activities yet? I'm looking forward to the Beetlejuice Beetlejuice movie and the in-person experience here in LA next month. I haven't planned my outfit for it yet but I'm sure my closet is filled with spooky inspiration!

xoxo

Ashley

Ruby Slippers

 

Feels like the perfect day for a trip to the Emerald City! I'm over the moon that Harvey's has collaborated with WB to celebrate the 85th anniversary of the classic film The Wizard of Oz. From the beautiful costumes to the iconic music, The Wizard of Oz is beloved and has inspired generations of fans over 85 years. I'm so honored that I get to show you a sneak peek of one of the pieces Harvey's will be offering in this collection: the Ruby Slippers Bow Lolita bag.

Dress- c/o Unique Vintage

Shoes- Unique Vintage

Bag- c/o Harvey's

Hair bows- handmade

The Lolita is an extremely popular bag with Harvey's fans but this is actually my first one! The Lolita is a petite handbag made from seatbelts and offers two handles, a detachable and adjustable crossbody strap, ruffle detail on the sides and fully lined interior with a zipper pocket and two open pockets inside. Since this is a Bow Lolita, it also has an adorable bow on the front side of the bag. Harvey's took so much into consideration when turning this Lolita into a Wizard of Oz inspired bag. The seatbelts are a sparkly red, just like the ruby slippers. The charm on the side is of Dorothy with her wicker bag and ruby slippers, the lining is blue gingham with red poppies and the zipper pull at the top of the bag is a ruby slipper. It was obviously designed with love and both Bianca and I will love this bag for a lifetime!

You can shop this bag and the rest of this collection (there is so much more) in store on Saturday, July 20th from 9am-11am. Bianca and I will be there to celebrate this incredible collection! You can RSVP to the event and get more information HERE. If you're not local to southern California, not to worry! There will be a release online as well at www.shopharveys.com on Monday, July 22nd at 8am PST. If you're new to Harvey's, items do sell out within minutes so make sure you make an account ahead of time and have payment information stored so you don't miss out on your favorites!

xoxo

Ashley

Barbie Girl

 

Does it get any more summer than a swimsuit?! I'll be honest, I spend very little time in the sun or at the pool. But because I'm a mom with a summer-loving kid, I'll grab a cute suit and enjoy the day in lots of shade with a book. This Barbie x Unique Vintage classic chevron suit is a homage to the original 1959 Barbie doll and perfect for my spooky summer style.

Swimsuit- c/o Unique Vintage

Heels- Amazon

Shorts- c/o La Femme En Noir

Sunglasses- c/o Vixen by Micheline Pitt

Bag- Wicker Darling

This swimsuit features the classic black and white chevron print with a sweetheart neckline and adjustable and removable straps. The original Barbie suit doesn't have straps but I love that this one includes them if you need them (and I definitely do). I'm wearing a size medium, which is my usual size for Unique Vintage bathing suits. I would say it's a fit for the most part but I wish the suit itself were a couple of inches longer. I have a long torso and usually have a hard time finding one-piece suits that accommodate me. Thanks to the straps, I can wear this suit without worrying about the top riding down.

I decided to pair this suit with some spooky accessories for a cute "I'm at the pool but never in the pool" kind of outfit. These tap shorts from La Femme En Noir are a staple in my closet, especially in summer. I love that they look like a cute skirt but function like shorts. I topped this look off with some Barbie inspired sunglasses and my favorite bat shaped wicker purse. Just because summer makes me sad it doesn't mean that my outfits have to be!

You kind find this suit and the rest of their officially licensed Barbie x Unique Vintage collection in sizes XS-4X.

xoxo

Ashley