What's On My Radar: Current Loves

Summer has crept right up on us, hasn't it?  I can't help but think about fun sundresses, cute accessories, and stylish sandals.  This month's picks are all of the above and more!  Keep scrolling to find out what I can't get out of my mind (and my virtual shopping cart):

Emily and Fin

1. Lucy Dress in Blue Plaid
2. Jasmine Dress in Tropical Parakeets
3. Pippa Dress in Sunset Island
4. Nancy Dress in Patchwork Picnic
5. Florence Dress in Exotic Blooms

I just love Emily and Fin so much!  Their prints are to die for and they're all made in a light, breathable cotton perfect for summer.  My favorite cut is the Pippa, and the Sunset Island fabric is quite fitting for the warm weather ahead.

Kate Spade

1. Cactus iPhone Case
2. Scenic Route Cactus Bag
3. Full Plume Peacock Studs
4. Full Plume Peacock Coin Purse
5. Bayard Place Karolina

Kate Spade speaks directly to my kitsch-loving soul.  Their cactus collection is darling (I mean, look at that handbag!) and the bright colors of their peacock goodies can easily go from day to night.  It's definitely an investment, but a piece or two a year is worth it's weight in gold!

Remix Vintage Shoes

1. Twin Strap
2. Anita
3. Capri
4. Vogue
5. Picasso

Forever my favorite shoe company, Remix Vintage Shoes has me constantly pining for new pretties.  As someone who doesn't consider themselves a shoe lover, I sure have a long wish list of them!  I can't wait to get my hands on those avocado Picasso sandals and I'm dying to try the red Vogues!  Which ones are your favorite?

Hearts and Found

1. Penelope Dress in Pineapple Fruit Print
2. Elizabeth Dress in Pastel Yellow with Blue Hearts
3. Dolly Dress in Cinderella Blue
4. Grace Dress in Yellow Lemon Print on Black

I feel like I need to include Hearts and Found in every month's roundup.  The dresses are just too good!  Marjorie recently added a massive amount of fun new summer prints so I decided to include my favorites.  I need lemon print everything, so I obviously want this Grace dress.

Her Universe

1. Princess Leia Funko Pop
2. Dark Side Salt and Pepper Shakers
3. Boba Fett Mug
4. Droid Kitchen Storage Set
5. R2-D2 Pom Charm Tote Bag
6. C-3PO Coin Purse
7. BB-8 Stacking Teapot and Mug Set

Ughhhhhhh I can't get enough Star Wars goodies!  Her Universe has such a large selection, including lots of home goods.  I definitely need the droid kitchen storage set; is there a better way to store my loose-leaf teas?  I think not!

Summer Hats

1. Black Wide Brim Straw Hat
2. Light Blue Floppy Straw Hat
3. Do Not Disturb Straw Hat
4. Cloche Bucket Sun Hat
5. Natural Wide Brim Straw Hat

Protection from the sun is always important to me, yet it's not a coincidence that a hat is also quite chic.  Straw hats are my favorite and I love them for summer.  While I'm usually attracted to a wide brim hat, bucket hats look so cute with my 30's and 40's inspired outfits as well.

What's on your wish list this month?  Anything you're looking forward to this summer?  Let me know in the comments below!

xoxo

Ashley

Up, Up and Away

I feel like summer weather and Hearts and Found dresses go hand in hand.  As someone who lives in a very hot climate, I need dresses that are light and breathable but don't compromise my personal style.  The Grace is my favorite dress style they offer and I couldn't wait to get it in this adorable hot air balloon print!











Dress- c/o Hearts and Found
Shoes- Remix Vintage Shoes
Belt- From another dress
Lipstick- c/o Anastasia Beverly Hills Liquid Lipstick in Catnip

The Grace dress features adjustable straps, a very roomy shirred bust, full swing skirt complete with hidden side pockets, and a long back zippered closure.  While this cotton dress is light, it's also fully lined so you don't have to worry about wearing a slip underneath.  Sometimes I'll opt for a petticoat with this dress, but I wanted to show the natural fullness without one in these pictures.  This dress is great for ladies with longer torsos (the waistline actually hits my natural waist!) but the adjustable straps will accommodate those who don't.  As I've mentioned before, Hearts and Found will make any dress to your custom measurements.  If you're between sizes, you can order one that will fit your frame perfectly!

There's just one more day left to enter my Bonlook glasses giveaway!  If you haven't entered yet, you can read more about the giveaway HERE.  Winners will be contacted next week, so keep those fingers crossed!

xoxo

Ashley

GIVEAWAY: Bonlook Glasses

I think it's about time for another fun giveaway, wouldn't you say so?  I'm really excited about partnering up with Bonlook this time around for a chance to win a pair of glasses!  Whether you wear glasses every day or just like to accessorize your look with a pair of sunglasses, Bonlook has some of the cutest styles on the market.  Scroll down to get all the details and find out how you can enter!





Outfit #1:
Glasses- c/o Bonlook Skunkboy in Twinkle Tort
Dress- c/o Vintage Inspired by Jackie
Lipstick- c/o Vinyl Cosmetics in Cherrybomb

Outfit #2:
Glasses: c/o Bonlook Keiko in Barbie Pink
Dress- Trashy Diva

From now until Friday, May 19th, click the link HERE to enter the giveaway.  You can only enter once and you don't have to follow/like/share anything to enter.  After the giveaway is over, two lucky winners will be chosen and I will contact them to let them know.  If you have any questions, please ask in the comments below.

Good luck!

xoxo

Ashley

Belts and Buckles

I love a well-made vintage inspired dress, especially when it comes from someone like Gail.  As the woman behind Red Ruby Vintage, Gail makes every piece with love and it truly shows through her workmanship.  While I have many of her creations in my closet, this beautiful dress is easily one of my favorites!  I took her out on her maiden voyage while shooting with my friend, Susie.  It was nice just being in front of the camera for this post and Susie is such a wonderful photographer to work with.  Great dress + great photographer = a fun, relaxing day!











Dress- Red Ruby Vintage
Shoes- G.C. Shoes
Petticoat- Malco Modes
Photography- Susie Delaney

This handmade dress is made from a 1954 pattern with a novelty "belt and buckle" printed cotton fabric from the 1960's.  It features a square neckline in the front and back, fitted bodice, and a full skirt with knife pleats.  Gail also included a one-inch belt with a matching white buckle.  I love the nautical feel to this dress, which just so happened to be perfect for the location we chose.  While this particular dress is a "one only" in this style and print, Gail makes all kinds of gorgeous dresses and separates for your vintage wardrobe needs!

Mother's Day is just around the corner and I cannot wait!  This day usually includes brunch with my mother-in-law, flowers, and cute cards from my husband and daughter.  While I feel appreciated every day, it's nice to have a dedicated day just for me.  What are you doing for Mother's Day?  Let me know in the comments below!

xoxo

Ashley

Polka Dot Hepburn

Depending on the day, this weird spring weather can bring 90-degree heat or pouring rain...  Thankfully, this Hepburn dress from The Pretty Dress Company can handle either situation with ease.  I have a real obsession with this dress (I own about 5 different colorways) because it's just as versatile as it is comfortable.  I can wear this to a fancy wedding or running mundane errands with my little lady.  Why opt for two separate outfits when you can find a dress that can do both?













Dress- c/o The Pretty Dress Company
Shoes- Chelsea Crew
Belt- From another dress
Earrings- Betsey Johnson

If you're not yet familiar with The Pretty Dress Company and their best-selling Hepburn dress, it features half sleeves, a boat neckline with a deep (but bra-friendly) "v" in the back, full pleated skirt, and a long back zippered closure.  Constructed from a stiff but somewhat stretchy cotton, it's the perfect fabric to enhance your curves while keeping you cool and comfortable.  I took my usual size (UK8) in this dress and it's perfect for my frame.  I love the new polka dot version, it's a classic print that's really fun to accessorize.  I chose to add some red accessories to give it an extra pop of color.  If you're not the biggest fan of navy, this dress also comes in red!

Well, this is totally an "adulting" kind of statement, but we just broke ground on our backyard yesterday and I couldn't be more excited!  When we moved in November, we purchased a newly built home with a nice dirt patch in the back.  As much as I love this house, looking out into our bare backyard was kind of depressing.  Hopefully, the hardscaping will be done by the end of the week and then we can move on to my favorite part: the plants.  I have plans for lots of fragrant, white flowers back there (jasmine is my favorite).  I'll make sure to share some pictures, and maybe even take some outfit pictures there once it's complete!

xoxo

Ashley