summer fashion favorite

i remember how desperately i used to want a pair of jelly shoes when i was a child.  i begged and whined and eventually, probably on my birthday, i received a pair of heinously uncomfortable strappy blister-machines that would eventually be something of a fashion icon from the 1980's (though my childhood ones would have been more of a mid 90's jelly fad revival).

hotter than molly ringwald

since then, jellies have come a long way.  i first took notice last summer when tory burch introduced a jelly version of her famous reva flat, but sometime a few weeks ago i found myself on a serious hunt for a cute pair of jelly shoes.  much to my dismay only tory herself seems to sell jellies in larger than a size 10 (yes i have monster feet and it makes shoe shopping torture).  but i eventually read a review on zappos that the mel by melissa fresh iii flat ran big.  i immediately snatched up a 10, crossing my fingers it would fit, and i'm pretty sure i have worn them every day since they arrived.  they are a very soft, flexible plastic and their waterproofness, comfort, cuteness, and super fun pop of color have me totally obsessed.

if you haven't jellied up your feet yet i would really recommend you try it.  i'm going to have to be sticking with the open toed variety (unless i get crazy and decide to spring for some of tory's) since my big fat feet can't be tamed.  but if you've been considering taking the jelly plunge do it, i say!  full speed ahead!

tory burch jelly bow flat // mel by melissa macadamia sandal // vivienne westwood anglomania + melissa virtue flat // melissa ultragirl + liberty flat // tory burch jelly reva // mel by melissa fresh iii flat

P.S. what do you guys think of the new look?  it seemed like a good time to replace the old dusty banner.

spring fashion favorite

happy friday!  hope everyone has had a lovely week!

you may remember that earlier this week i bought myself a hat.  i am telling you right now:  best life decision ever.  if you have ever wanted fashion advice from me (not likely, but still) take this: buy yourself a hat.  wearing an awesome hat is the easiest way to stand out.  there's also something terribly romantic and old fashioned about finishing touches like hats and gloves that complete an outfit, but very few people wear anymore.

there is also the potential to go horribly miserably wrong when wearing hats

seriously guys, i cannot stress enough how glamorous you feel if you are pulling off a hat on the street.  i was literally complimented by 4 different people on my walk to lunch when i wore my new hat, and only one of them was homeless.  to help you get started i've put together three spring/summer outfits that will make a statement when paired with a hat.

1.  unisex outback hat // 2.  ruffle top // 3.  floral skirt // 4.  earrings // 5.  sandals

1.  sunhat // 2.  maxi dress (sold out) // 3.  cuff bracelet // 4.  sandals // 5.  diamond earrings

1.  bonnet // 2.  earrings // 3.  flip flops // 4.  one piece

warmer weather wants

it's friday!  and it's officially the first day of spring 2013 that we haven't had snow (yet)!  since eight out of the next ten days on weather.com's forecast are supposed to be above a scorching forty degrees, i figured i'd get in the spring spirit by sharing with you some of the warmer weather things i'm currently drooling over.

psst my birthday is in a week *hint hint*

nautical wine bag // maxi skirt // arrow bangle // sandals // polish