Florida’s Endless Summer Almost Over

Illusional Polka Dot Evening Dresses by Aidan Mattox Obsession of the Week: Polka Dot Dress Florida seems to have an endless summer, but I am not complaining. The summer might be stifling, but the Fall and Spring make up for that misery is spades. The weather is starting to get a tad more bearable and … Read more

Black & Blue

Illusional Polka Dot Evening Dresses by Aidan Mattox Obsession of the Week: Polka Dot Dress Black and blue is the color combination of choice this fall.  This matchup was literally all over the fall runways.  Emporio Armani, Carolina Herrara, Nanette Lepore, Celine, DKNY, Stella McCartney, Tory Burch, Y-3, Lela Rose, Preen, Vivienne Tam, and Victoria Beckham. … Read more

Pop of Color Among the Dots

Laundry Double Breasted Skirted Coat Obsession of the Week:  Statement Coat Bring a summer dress into the fall by throwing a blue coat over it. Since Florida has so much sun, my dress closet is bursting at the seems. Why should that entire dress wardrobe go into hibernation during the fall? Here the layering is minimal … Read more

Be Bold! Wear Shorts!

Laundry Double Breasted Skirted Coat Obsession of the Week: Statement Coat I have always been weary of wearing shorts outside summer beach days. The Bold Coat spread in InStyle’s September issue convinced me that shorts can be worn with a bold coat.  Some of the hotest trends for fall are incorporated in this look. The … Read more

Bold Military Coat

Laundry Double Breasted Skirted Coat Obsession of the Week:  Statement Coat Forget the boring black coats and opt for a blue coat this fall. You’ll stand out from a crowd with any eye-catching blue military inspired coat. Wear a light colored scarf to draw attention away from problem areas and cinch your waist to create … Read more

Print Mix Day to Night

Brian Atwood Maniac Polka-Dot Platform Pump Obsession of the Week: Polka Dot Pumps My polka dot pumps are not Brian Atwood, but they feel like I spent serious money on them.  They are from my new favorite place to order shoes online, to wit: Sole Society!  They are extremely comfortable and did not need to … Read more

Fashion’s Night Out 2012

My hubby and I hit up Neiman Marcus at the Galleria for Fashion’s Night Out.  We actually got there in time to see the show. Such a rarity for a “school night.” There was some singing and dancing and a guest appear by Karina Smirnoff of Dancing with the Stars. She was wearing metallic Herve … Read more

Crop Top & Mint Jeans

BDG Cigarette High-Rise Jean – Mint Obsession of the Week: Mint Jeans Bring spring trends into fall by wearing summer’s crop tops over classic white button downs. Just because the leaves are dropping (not here in Florida, but elsewhere in these United States) does not mean you have to disregard easter egg pastels. After all, fall … Read more

Summer Packing Video

The summer is almost at an end, but before it does, you must get some deserved holiday time in. Here I am packing for a summer weekend getaway to visit my family in Stuart, Florida. I spent most of my time at the pool and the beach on my mini vacation. My favorite outfit of … Read more

3 Ways to Wear a Turquoise Necklace

3 Ways to Wear a Turquoise Necklace: 1. With a turquoise coverup 2. With leopard out on the town 3. With a jean skirt and vest

Friday is Jean (Skirt) Day

Turquoise Cabochon Necklace Obsession of the Week: Turquoise Necklace Fridays are the only days that I can wear jeans to the office, but lately I have not been feeling like wearing pants. I decided to compromise and break out my dark jean skirt this Friday. I paired it with turquoise, as dark denim is one … Read more

Leopard Bachelorette Party

Turquoise Cabochon Necklace Obsession of the Week: Turquoise Necklace Bachelorette Parties are a tradition that I thoroughly enjoy. Who doesn’t love a night out with girl friends where being silly is basically a requirement?!? I always have a great time at other girl’s B-Parties and I of course I had a great time at mine. Beforehand, my … Read more

Obsession of the Week: Turquoise Necklace

  Turquoise Necklaces by aprilgolightly on polyvore.com This week I am obsessing over turquoise necklaces. I bought one at Ann Taylor that is so adorable. It matches with so many cute outfits. It is very unique with white stones around it. Stay tuned to see how I am going to wear it. turquoise necklace

Marco Island Day at the Spa

Beach Sexy® The Liya Embellished Push-up Halter Top Today was the first full day being a married woman. Lounging at the spa getting massages is a nice way to start a new life stage. Considering that it was raining most of the day, we were thankful to spend some time in the Jacuzzi. The Spa at … Read more

Working Dots

Sullivan Woven Belt Obsession of the Week: Neutral Belt The Sullivan Stretch Belt was a perfect summer purchase. It even pulls together this great work outfit. I love using the stretch belt to synch my waist as it doesn’t dig in to my stomach like the leather variety. It is comfortable all day long. I was … Read more

Mixed Florals

Tall Kate Modern Boot Cut Pants in Cotton/Linen Obsession of the Week: White Linen Pants White linen pants are so easy breezy, but also work appropriate. In fact, no summer wardrobe should be without linen. Here, I am wearing multiple floral patterns together that are in the same color family. Because of the blue color theme running … Read more

Work Nautical

Master work nautical by matching a navy blue and creme stripe dress witha a midnight blue blazer. Throw on a little green and you will be smelling the ocean breeze at your desk. I wish! You’ll at least get complements on your nautical look which will in turn remind you of the sea. It might … Read more

Maid of Honor Shoe Shopping

Steve Madden Playy-R Satin Pumps As a self proclaimed fashionista, I was faced with serious pressure to find the right bridesmaid ensemble. It plagued my mind for many  late nights. Determined to find a dress for a reasonable price that could actually be worn again, I searched every store and every website I could find. … Read more

Obsession of the Week: Stripe Dress

  Stripe Dress Obsession by aprilgolightly on polyvore.com Stripes are everywhere and I am using this as excuse to wear stripes as much as possible.  Navy blue stripes remind me of the water and boating. Since being out on the water is one of my favorite things to do, it logically follows that stripes would … Read more

Color Blocked Cut-Off Shorts

Obsession of the Week:  Tangerine Cut Off Shorts Color blocking has transcended fashion seasons. It is not quite in the “leopard is the new neutral” category, but it might get there.  Time will tell.  I chose a red top to go with ny tangerine cut offs using an analogous color scheme.  Orange and Red sit next to each … Read more