Do you ever put something on and just know immediately that you are going to regret if you don’t buy a second one (as in a back up) because you will wear it so often? Yeah…that totally happened with this cardigan!  It is the perfect neutral heather grey color, it’s lightweight AND it has a functional zipper up the back! The same thing basically happened with this dress. I have it in the blue & white print, but as soon as I saw this geometric print…I HAD to have it. The fit/style is so flattering. I love dresses that can be worn casually in the day and are easily dressed up for date night!

Outfit Details: Margherita Dress c/o CAbi, Cobblestone Cardigan c/o CAbi, Lagoon Necklace c/o CAbi, Star Ling Cork Heels (SO old), George Gina & Lucy Bag, Madewell Bracelet.

I’ve been on a bit of a shorts kick again lately. And not just any ol’ shorts…but shorts with elastic waist bands. I mean, can you think of anything more comfortable? Luckily these floral “boxer shorts” by CAbi are as cute on as they are comfy. Speaking of elastic waist shorts (I guess smocked sounds better), I also recently snagged these shorts in chambray and black on a recent trip to Target. And if I would have seen the khaki color, I probably would have bought them too! Does anyone ever really get out of Target without 763486234823 things they did not go there for?

Outfit Details: Muscle Tee & Boxer Shorts c/o CAbi, Caviar Bracelet c/o LAGOS, Urban Outfitters Saddle Bag, Coach Wedges, Sally Hansen “Back to the Fucshia” Nail Polish.

Today I’m excited to be partnering with Banana Republic again to style a couple of their new arrivals! In case you haven’t noticed, I am a total girlie girl. So I almost always prefer to wear a dress over pants. This ruffled vee dress has it all…ruffled straps, a flattering empire waist and best of all…pockets! We haven’t been to the race track in years but I would totally wear this look to opening day! Although I may add a slightly fancier hat. I just love a dress that looks as cute coming as it does going. The ruffled straps in the back are such a feminine touch.

For my second look, I went with a nautical vibe with some subtle print mixing thrown in for a little extra kick. If you told me years ago that I would be wearing stripes with leopard print, I would have thought you were crazy. And now I think of both prints as total neutrals that can be mixed with almost anything. Well, almost anything. A nice navy blazer is a timeless piece that will never go out of style. Plus, it looks just as great with a pencil skirt or sheath dress for meetings as it does pared down with distressed skinnies for a lunch date.

P.S. Banana Republic is offering 25% off New Arrivals w/ code BRSAVE through May 9th, 2016. Some exclusions apply. See Banana Republic for full details.

Outfit Details (Look One): Heritage Print Ruffle Vee Dress c/o Banana Republic, Jcrew Factory Jacket & Clutch, Forever 21 Hat, Ann Taylor Heels

Outfit Details (Look Two): Striped Tee c/o CAbi, Nautical Basketweave Blazer c/o Banana Republic, Free People Skinny Jeans, Cole Haan Flats, Michael Kors Watch, Free People Clutch, Vince Camuto Necklace

Disclaimer: Thank you to Banana Republic for sponsoring this post. All opinions are my own.

I’ve had this vest for YEARS now and had NO idea how much of a wardrobe workhorse it would be! In fact, it is probably my favorite layering piece I own! I found mine at Old Navy but on a recent trip to CAbi’s headquarters (more on that later), I came across this one and fell in love with the longer length and high neckline. My skirt, however, is CAbi. I love the combo of flirty feminine ruffles paired with a military inspired vest and a little subtle print mixing thrown in!

Outfit Details: Mossimo Tank, Old Navy Cargo Vest (similar here and here), Isabel Skirt c/o CAbi, Deux Lux Fringe Clutch, Soludos Ankle Tie Espadrille Sandals, Madewell Panama Hat & Bracelet

Mother’s Day is right around the corner (May 8th) and it just so happens that my birthday is two days later this year. So you better believe this mama is going to milk the “it’s my birthday/it’s mother’s day” excuse for an entire week! I’ve been dropping hints to my hubby about how I’d like to spend the day…brunch and maybe a half day at the spa sounds like heaven. I’ve also been searching high and low for a piece of jewelry that has our son’s birthstone in it. And then I remembered the LAGOS Maya Stacking Rings! I am wearing the howlite doublet Maya ring in my pics above, but it is also available in the lapis stone which is very similar in color to the sapphire. These rings were made to layer and I’m pretty sure I just found the perfect stack! I’ve mentioned it before but I have to say again that I love how all of the pieces from LAGOS can be mixed and matched so beautifully. You can see my previous posts here and here. If you are still looking for a gift for your mom, I’ve shared some of my favorite LAGOS pieces below:

1. Infinity Gold Beaded Ring 2. Covet Gold Hoop Earrings 3. Maya Stacking Ring 4. Luna Strand Bracelet 5. Beloved Infinity Necklace 6. Covet Gold Band Ring 7. Maya Circle Earrings 8. Signature Caviar Beaded Bracelet with Gold 9. Signature Caviar Beaded X Ring

Outfit Details: LC Floral Maxi Dress, Jcrew Denim Jacket, Free People Sandals, Bag c/o Justfab, Caviar Bracelet & Maya Stacking Ring c/o LAGOS.