Summer Style - The Straw Clutch

With Independence Day behind us (the holiday, not the Will Smith movie), summer is in full swing, and I realized I need a new summer clutch to hold the essentials. In Montauk every girl seemed to have a straw clutch. I especially like them because you can have it by the pool or at the beach and not worry about it getting wet and ruined like you would with leather or canvas. The only downside is that these are really only appropriate during the summer or at a resort, so I decided to feature my favorite one... 

I absolutely love the J. Crew Havana Clutch, and I really love that it comes in pink and black. Perfect for those of you looking for something chic like the black or a punch of color in the pink. J. Crew has had several promotions over the summer on shoes and bags, and if you can score this at 25% off, it's a great deal. If they don't have a promotion, don't forget that J. Crew offers a student discount in stores. 

J. Crew Havana Clutch - $88 

Summer Romp

The temperatures are rising fast in NYC, and everyone is starting to break out their summer wardrobe... finally! I've been wandering around my neighborhood the past few days (usually in search of somewhere with air conditioning) and I've seen tons of rompers out and about. Not sure what a romper is? It's essentially a onesie for grown ups which mimics a shirt and shorts, but they're connected. I've always loved how rompers look on me, but the idea of completely disrobing in a public bathroom every time I have to take a pee has turned me off from them. However, I think I'm going to suck it up, and finally get me a cute romper. I mean, if it's cute enough for Blake Lively, it's cute enough for me. Check out some of my favs below...



This romper from Urban Outfitters is a little pricier than I would like, but I love the lace detail. Cotton rompers often look like something that you should wear at home when you clean your bathroom, not for a night out on the town, but this one is perfect for dinner and drinks with the girls or a fun night out in Montauk.


Urban Outfitters - Pins and Needles Crepe Lace Inset Romper - $69

I have been a big fan of coral for awhile, and I love this coral romper from Forever 21. It is also available in blue for you girls that aren't fans of bright colors. Not only is this romper just under $20, it has a bunch of great reviews. How can you resist?


Forever 21 - Sleeveless Drawstring Romper - $19.80

Necessary Clothing is one of my favorite places to shop in NYC for "going out" clothes. They have tons of rompers this season, so it was hard to settle on one that is my fav, but I love this long sleeved romper below. I was in Montauk last weekend, and it was definitely chilly at night. This is great because it will keep you warm while waiting in the longggg line at the Surf Lodge, and it is much cuter than wearing a cardigan. 

Necessary Clothing - Sultry Romper - $39.99

American (Apparel) Jewelry

I'll admit, it's been awhile since I've set foot in an American Apparel, but when I received an invite to a "bright and tight" party, I ended up at their Lower East Side location a few weeks ago. I didn't end up buying anything bright or tight, but the trip was definitely worthwhile because I discovered their jewelry collection. I don't know when they started carrying jewelry, but I was definitely impressed. Lots of cute charms and earrings, plus it was reasonably priced with most pieces under $20. Check out some of my favorite pieces below...


Nautical is so in this summer, and this charm comes in under $15. At this price, you can afford to buy several of their charms. They also sell a variety of chains that go with the charms.

14Kt Gold Plated Charm - Johnson The Anchor 

I'm following up the anchor charm with seahorse earrings. Maybe it's because I'm headed to Montauk this weekend, and I have the beach on my mind... I've always loved seahorses. They're like these whimsical creatures of the sea.


Gold Plated Earring Pair - Sea Horse - $18

I tried this bow ring on at the store, and instantly fell in love with it. It's like you have a cute little bow tied around your finger. There are also matching bow earrings, but I feel like it would be overkill to wear the earrings with the ring at the same time. Kate Spade has been all about bows as jewelry the past couple years, but this is a fraction of the price of a Kate Spade piece.

Stacking Bow Two Ring Set - $18

Dress Like Keira Knightly Or Like A Hip Biker

I've been eyeing this jacket at Topshop for awhile, and I recently came across a pic of Keira Knightly wearing a similar jacket. I'm sure her jacket is a lot more expensive and likely real leather as oppose to the faux leather version of TopShop, but at $100, how can you not buy this?


Topshop - Biker Jacket - $100

Prabal Gurung For Target - Preview

I was a little underwhelmed by the Neiman Marcus/Target collaboration, which featured some of my favorite designers showcasing some really mediocre pieces (I'm talking about you Marc Jacobs). However, I am super excited about the Prabal Gurung collection, which hits stores February 10th. The collection features bright colors that are perfect for spring at affordable prices. Check out my favs below...


I am obsessed with this black and white pintuck dress. I think black and white is so chic and the bowtie is an adorable accent. This would be great for Valentine's Day.

Pintuck Dress - $49.99

This is my favorite dress in the collection, and if I can get my hands on it, I plan to wear it to a wedding this spring. I love the colors, and the shape of the dress. 

Dress  - $49.99

This dress has such a great color combination. It makes me think of Miami. I would definitely wear this during the summer. 

Short Sleeve Dress  - $39.99

First Lady Inauguration Style!

Was everyone glued to their TV this morning watching the inauguration? I was supposed to travel to DC for the festivities, but bailed at the last minute. I definitely regret my decision to stay in NYC. It looked so fun.

Now let's get to the important stuff... what did everyone think of Michelle's Thom Browne coat? To be honest, I am not a fan. I love the jacquard fabric, but I didn't find it to be particularly figure flattering. It looked slightly better when she belted it (belt from J. Crew). What I do like is that the first family is color coordinated. The blue/purple shades look great on all of them.

Not So Secret - The Semi-Annual Victoria's Secret Sale

Happy new year everyone! I spent the day yesterday doing laundry and organizing my closet for the new year, and in doing so, I realize it's been awhile since I've gone shopping, and it might be time to stock up on some essentials. Luckily, the Victoria's Secret Semi-Annual Sale started today. 

If you've never been to the sale before, read on, because it can be a little crazy! Most everything is in bins labeled by size. As the day goes on, the bins get more and more disorganized. If you're not a fan of digging through bins, my tip is to go first thing in the morning. Everything is organized the night before, so it makes things a lot easier if the size smalls are actually in the size small bin. 

Also, if you get the catalog in the mail, don't throw it away. There is a $10 off offer, and shipping is free over $100. Another tip - try to never pay for shipping, especially when you can do in-store returns. I always try to reach the minimum for free shipping as long as it's not something crazy like a $500 minimum purchase.