Easter Dresses

When I was little my favorite part of Easter was getting a new dress.  The bright springy colors always marked a new season and in my mind gave me permission to wear spring clothes.  At 25 I still love breaking out my spring clothes for Easter and debating on my first spring outfit of the season.  In case you don't already have your Easter dress picked out, here are a few that are perfect for not only Easter, but for all the warm months to come:

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Add a cardigan and you're ready for cocktails

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Perfect for Easter and a June wedding 

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I tried this on in Naples and feel in love with it

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Add a navy blazer and you have a great work outfit

Do you have your Easter outfit picked out?

Neutral

I am a bright color fanatic, but lately I have been noticing neutral color pallets in decorating and dressing.  I have been loving the clean, crisp tranquility of neutral colors.  Here are a few of my favorite examples of neutrals done right:

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Do you like the all neutral look too?

In love

I want I need to these shoes...

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A smoking loafer and gingham, perfection.

Various Shades of Gretchen Green

Green is my favorite color.  I love decorating with it, wearing it, and even eating it!  Because of this true love for green, one of my friends started saying "various shades of Gretchen green" to describe my affinity for the color.  Here are a few of my favorite green rooms and exteriors I have recently discovered:

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Do you love green as much as I do?

Spring

Although it is technically spring, here in Columbus temperatures have been quite chilly.  I am ready for the warmer weather and all the amazing things that come along with it like; farmers markets, tennis, swimming, eating outside, and countless other things.  Here are some picture of what I hope my spring looks like:

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Amazing outfits in bright colors

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Tennis, lots of tennis

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Browsing farmers markets for beautiful finds

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Cooking and baking with local seasonal fruit and vegetables

What are you most excited for this spring?

  

Stripes

I love stripes.  My mom and I often joke that stripes are taking over our wardrobes, but it's okay with us-we love them!  Here are a few striped outfits that have been inspiring me lately:

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Perfectly undone and relaxed 

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Classic, casual, polished

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One of the most beautiful formal dresses I have ever seen

Do you have a lot of stripes in your closet too?

In love

Seersucker and ruffles, could I ask for more?

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Too perfect. 

Vintage tennis racquets

I am an avid tennis player and am getting so excited the weather is starting to turn.  Pretty soon I will be able to hit the courts with my friends!  Although I have noticed lately tennis racquets are not just for outdoor use.  Vintage racquets have been popping up in decorating too.  I of course love this look:

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Vintage racquets really are art.  Do you like this clubby look too?

Bows

It is no secret I love bows.  If it was socially acceptable to wear grosgrain bows in my ponytail at 25, I would.  Because it is not, I have to get my bow fixes in other ways.  Here are a few pieces I have my eye on: 

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A surprise bow in the back

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A pretty bow belt- the perfect finishing touch

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A bow clutch to help jazz up your outfit

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A bow tee, great for everyday wear

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Bow pumps, which I am convinced I need

Do you love bows as much as I do?

St. Patrick's Day Appetizers and Cocktails

I love a good themed party, that is one reason my roommate and I are hosting a St. Patrick's day bash.  With that I like themes to be subtle.  This means no green beer or green eggs at our house!  Here are a few subtly green and irish recipes I am considering: 

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Artichoke-olive crostini

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Chocolate stout cupcakes

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Stout ice cream flouts

I am also planning on adding lime wedges to non-irish cocktails to add a touch of green.  What are you planning on eating and drinking for St. Patrick's day?

St. Patrick's Day Attire

With St. Patrick's day on a Sunday this year I am sure everyone will not only have a fun filled St. Patrick's day, but a fun filled St. Patrick's day weekend.  Of course everyone needs a green outfit to show their Irish pride.  By green outfit, I don't mean an old beer t-shirt that happens to be green.  In case you don't have your outfit picked out already here are a few options: 

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A pretty striped dress for a classier St. Patrick's day

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A green cardigan that goes with anything

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A polo in the perfect shade of green for St. Patrick's day

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A striped sweater for a more subtle green look

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Green pants for the girls who want to go bold

What are you wearing for St. Patrick's day?

In love

 I am a sucker for gold knot jewelry.  It's elegant, classy, and chic without trying too hard.  Considering all of this, it is "knot" surprising I instantly fell in love with this necklace:

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It really is the perfect piece of jewelry that will add instant sophistication to any outfit.

Matchbook Magazine

If you have not heard of Matchbook Magazine, you are definitely missing out!  It is an online monthly magazine that fills its pages with beautiful clothes, home photos, and interesting features.  As soon as the March issue came out I devoured it.  Even though this was a few weeks ago, there are a few images from the magazine I can not get out of my head...

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A beautiful gold woven bracelet

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A beautifully styled green and blue bedroom

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Vintage tennis racquets- I'm immediately smitten

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A bamboo mirror + a bar cart.  This combination eludes modern retro

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Woven gold flats- these will go with any outfit

Are you a Matchbook girl too?

Tuckernuck

Tuckernuck is one of my favorite online retailers.  It brings together multiple preppy brands onto one website.  This means it's one of the best and most dangerous websites of all time.  I always see way too many things I want, and try to come up with excuses for why these coveted items are necessary.  

Here are a few of my favorite pieces from their new arrivals:

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Have you purchased anything from Tuckernuck before?