Target Time!!!

When we lived in Asheville, Target used to be mine, Eric's, and newborn Gabriel's second home. We got groceries, clothes, diapers, house supplies-everything there! Now the closest Target to us is an hour away. So in the past year, I have probably only been to Target about four times (though my husband might argue this number). Making your toddler ride in the car for an hour and then making him shop, and then get back in the car for an hour ride's home just doesn't seem very fair, plus if he falls asleep then it screws up naptime for the day. So we don't make the trip very often...but we did it the other day, and I packed enough snacks and toys and books for him that the car ride actually went well. And I got some amazingggggggggggg stuff!! Check it out!

 The Target I went to didn't have a very big selection of their Calypso collection. I don't know if it was because it was the first day the collection was in stores and so they didn't have it all out yet, or what. But I got this aqua blue rope-neck top and I absolutely love it. The color is amazing and it is lightweight and comfortable-but not sheer.
I also got these silk blend tie-waist shorts that are so elegant, and they were only $20!! They seriously look so expensive and high-quality in person. They came in more colors, but mine are light a mocha-taupe.

Silk pocket tank in CORAL-a color that looks beautiful on everyone. These pants are Target's Converse brand and are actually sweat-pant material. I love the look of all the silk cargo pants that are everywhere, but I think of these as the mommy-version. Washable, stretchy, and cheap, but with the same chic look.

Thank you target-until we meet again.......

Want it Wednesday

Welcome to my second want it wednesday post-where I show you some amazing stuff I have found in the world of online shopping!!!

From www.anthropologie.com :

 Initial Mugs-so pretty!!!

 This sheet set looks much more beautiful on the website with a better quality pic-I think if I had these sheets I couldn't help but feel happy every time I climb into bed!

Love this cardigan!!

I am in love with this skirt. I looked everywhere for a full pleated skirt last Spring to no avail. Now it seems they are everywhere!!

From www.edressme.com

 This is pretty much one of the most amazing dresses I have ever seen...I love the structure and the print

 Hale Bob shift......I love Hale Bob, they are known for their wild and bright prints, a design aesthetic that is not lost on me!

 More Hale Bob...

Okay, so this is the only affordable dress of the four above...only $68!! I love the off shoulder design. If you like this dress, they also had it in a few other colors!!

From a new AFFORDABLE jewelry site that I love- www.emmastine.com these amazing hammered gold-tone earrings. I love this shape for an earring, because it is extremely flattering to your face

And some earrings from my girl, Rachel Roy from her website www.rachelroy.com (part of her rachel rachel roy collection, which is her affordable stuff-look for the rachel rachel tab)

Her jewelry is FUNKY and beautiful. I highly recommend checking it out.

And finally, from www.piperlime.com

 I absolutely love pairing gold and white together-it's fresh and chic. Tuck the gold and white shirt into the skirt below, and add the beige heels-amazing!!

Spring Trend Alert: Meet Maxi

Remember a few years ago when the world of fashion EXPLODED with maxi dresses? Stores still carry a ton of them, but this spring they're making way for their bohemian little sister-the maxi skirt. I have seen tons of celebrities sporting this look, as well as editorials in fashion mags. I actually have a beautiful maxi skirt that I got from my mom (can't remember if I 'borrowed' it, or she gave it to me, lol) about three years ago so I'm pretty excited that it's now fashionable to wear it.
Here are a few tips for sporting the maxi skirt trend without looking like you just escaped from a commune (well, at least not in a bad way anyways) :

1. If your skirt is on the full side (most of them are, it's pretty hard to walk in a tight maxi skirt) tuck in your shirt and also think about adding a belt. This polishes your look and keeps you from looking messy or like you're just wearing a bag.

2. Wear bold accessories, but don't go overboard. If you're wearing a statement necklace, don't wear huge earrings. I wore mine without a necklace but with earrings and bangles.

3. Wear flats. I have actually seen a lot of celebrities wearing theirs with heels, but personally I think it looks weird. It's a boho look...and no self-respecting bohemian would sacrifice their comfort to wear heels!

4. Make sure it's long enough-and unless it's too long, don't put it in the dryer-even if the tag says you can!!! Yep that's right...a few years ago I bought a stunning orange tie-dye maxi dress that looked amazing. I wore it once...washed and dried it (since it was just cotton jersey material) and when it came out of the dryer, it was the equivalent of a dress capri. A floor-length dress or skirt makes you look tall and elegant-a dress or skirt that hits you mid-calf makes you look stubby. FAIL!! Ladies, please let your maxis air dry.

 I paired mine with a white tee and a belt, with flat gold sandals.

 Since I went light on the accessories and opted for pearl studs, I added a headband to further my boho look.

Here's another idea...use a lightweight necklace as a headband-this is actually a necklace that my sister got me when I was in middle school!!

Here is Drew Barrymore rocking her maxi skirt-I love how she put this outfit together (or how her stylist did anyways)