summer scarf

The only time I felt halfway stylish in Italy was when I was wearing a scarf. Gap--put this one on sale and I'll buy it.

everything old is new again

It's rainy and cold here in Atlanta, so it might be a good day to break out the wellies. And did you read this article in the NY Times? Dad, who knew you were so stylish?!?
{image: hunter}

i like your scarf

Nice scarves, with an even nicer story. Made by A Peace Treaty, found via Creature Comforts.

repetto

Oh, how I love these shoes. I tried to go in the Repetto store in Paris, but there was a line to get in, and we had too much to see.

beach essentials: earrings

I saw these earrings, by Maya Brenner, over at A Little Sussy, and thought they'd be perfect for the one piece of jewelry to take to the beach.

beach essentials: jack rogers

In my humble (well, actually I'm probably an expert on this one), these are the best-looking, well-made sandals in the world. Just ask Jackie.

uh-dore-uh-bul

Sara and Say-rah--this one is for y'all. I mean us. From Target, via the Scoop.

flowie

I saw these scarves last week on Daily Candy and liked them. A lot. By flowie.

Subversive for Target

Was I the last to know that Justin was designing for Target? Can't believe I was so late on this one, especially given my love for big jewelry.

Size 6 1/2, Please

Wow, these are really cute shoes. I saw them on ali loves curtis, and hopefully I'll see them soon in my closet. And the best part? They're from Target.

Back from Vacation

Back from a little vacation in Mexico. I guess I was smiling more like this picture when I left than when I got home. But I'd probably be smiling like that, again, if I had a set of that orange J.Crew luggage. Although I wouldn't let the guys at the Atlanta airport get near it.

More Marni Love

It's all in the details, though I'd 86 those glasses.
{images: Marni Fall 2008 RTW at style.com}

Pretty Cute

I do love an orange wallet! It makes me happy each time I take mine out of my bag. This one, by Comme des Garcons (at luckyscent) might be my upgrade one day.

Sail Away

A couple of years ago, I bought a Sea Bag (made from an old sail), that I love. Best beach bag ever. These bags at Old Navy sort of remind me of it--quite a bit cheaper, but pretty darn cute. (saw them on ali loves curtis).

Spring Is Just Around the Corner

"Um, yes, Hello? J. Crew? I'm going to need all these items for my dream trip to Mexico. Actually, I'll just take one each from your Spring collection. No, thank you."

Keep Your Feet Dry

This may be the year I finally find a pair of wellies under the tree. Even though here in Atlanta we are currently experiencing a severe drought, I'm optimistic that the rain will fall again. Forget the dogs and critters, though, I want the real thing. From my mother's diligent research, tall girls will like Hunter, and the shorter ones (like me) should go for Barbour. I guess the adorable Keri Russell is a bit taller than me.
{images: shopbop, self, orvis}

Cute Moms

I work with kids, and in this neck of the (Atlanta) woods, most of them have cute moms. One of the cutest was wearing this headband yesterday. And she could have gotten matching shoes.

{image: j.crew}

Wrap It Up

If brown is the new black (I hope so), then scarves are the new necklaces. They can completely change an outfit, and usually for the better. Not to mention they are actually functional, and the stores are covered up with them right now.

{images: top, banana republic; middle and bottom, the sartorialist for style}

Gwyneth's Overnight Bag

I read in House and Garden that for overnight trips, Gwyneth packs her Lanvin flats, Stella McCartney dress, and toothbrush into her L.L. Bean tote. Check on the toothbrush and tote, and maybe some J. Crew flats and a Susana Monaco dress will work just as well.

Ear Candy

Since we're headed to that time of year when my wardrobe choices come down to a black, white, or brown turtleneck, I'll probably need to infuse some color with accessories. These Lee Angel earrings should do the trick.

{image: twist}