Anthropologie Lace Jumper
Forever 21 Fringed Macramé Shift Dress, $27.90
H&M Embroidered Jumpsuit, $59.95
H&M Crocheted Dress, $24.95
Swell In a Field Crochet Coverup, $39.50
Zara Crochet Dress, 79.90
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As I was growing up, my parents would not buy me the cool thing everyone else was wearing. They would take me to the theater, fly me overseas, buy me toys & books & bikes & the little glass animals I collected, but they wouldn't buy me the sandals everyone was wearing or the t-shirt needed for the school photo. They claimed it built character. It could be why I now write a blog on clothes, why I think clothes matter. I don't think parents should spoil their kids with $150 tennis shoes or overpriced trends. But on a basic level, I believe if a kid is wearing pretty much what everyone else is, her clothes become invisible like a uniform, & she can concentrate on other things like schoolwork & boys. But if her clothes don't fit in, she stands out like I do in this photo below and make way mockery.  Yep, that's me in the tic-tac-toe shirt. 3rd grade, North Beach Elementary School, Miami Beach, Florida What do you think?? We expect to find some quirky items at Urban Outfitters. But who knew that Anthropologie carries stylish paddle boards, J. Crew carries pretty catchalls, H&M has playful paperclips, & American Eagle carries pool floats? Here are some of the unusual things I found in the depths of their websites... From Anthropologie  Anthropologie Limited-Edition Stand-Up Paddleboard, Kai Olohia by Saffron James, $4999.95 From American Eagle Outfitters For lazier days, how 'bout a pool float? Also available: Tootsie Roll Pool Noodle & Ice Cream Sandwich Pool Float.  American Eagle Outfitters Bigmouth Giant Donut Pool Float, $19.95 From J. Crew I really like the J. Crew "catch-all" if it weren't so expensive. I think it'd make a fun gift too.  J. Crew John Derian® Things I Like Tray, $88 Here's a must-have for summer cocktails...  J. Crew Sunnylife™ Pineapple Ice Tray, $16 From H&M Need a dog sweatshirt or collar, a fancy pencil case, a pink unicorn pencil sharpener, or a passport cover? Also available from H&M: an eyeglass case, hair extensions, a sports wristband, a travel coffee mug, umbrellas, & a lint roller. Also a panda backpack, a rain poncho, a yoga mat, a bunch of iPhone cases & even a portable charger!
From Urban Outfitters I'm surprised there's not a skull & crossbones on this bottle...  Urban Outfitters Sisters of the Black Moon Ether Essential Oil. $19.99 Last but not least--never leave home without fire starters. Why not keep them in your purse next to your lipstick?  Urban Outfitters Bush Smarts Fire Starter Set, $14.99 See anything you like? :-)
A little twist or knot on the side to emphasize your waist...  GAP Knot Tee, 2 colors, $19.95 minus 40%  GAP Stripe Knot Peplum Tee, 2 colors, $18 minus 40%
 Zara Printed Knot Blouse, $49.90  Zara Draped Waist Top, $49.90  Piperlime Starside Twist Front Tee, $59.97  Banana Republic Striped Jersey Zip Dress, $89.99  Boston Proper Side Knot Three-Quarter Sleeve Dress, $19.98 Here's a list of things that don't count if you have to spend money on them:
Do you agree? What would you take off or add on to the list?  Zara T-shirt with Printed Sleeves, $39.90  Piperlime Wells Grace Crochet Yoke Top, $54.97
 Madewell Forestdream Pullover, $99.99  Revolve Vava by Joy Han Kyle Off Shoulder Top, $41  Zara Embroidered Blouse, $79.90
 Zara Sweatshirt with Applique Sleeves, $39.90 As we near the end of the school year, I start thinking about gifts for teachers & graduates. Mother's Day is also coming up on May 10, & it seems a lot of birthdays fall at this time too. This year I'm thinking about the gift of summery scarves. Scarves come in a variety of lengths & prices, but one size fits all. They run from around $6 to hundreds of dollars, so you can find one to suit any budget & anyone's style. Look for one that matches her eyes. Fair Trade You might consider buying a fair trade scarf handmade in a developing country. Try the selection from Affordable, huge selection Check out these websites as well as the Accessories link at your favorite store. A few beautiful, inexpensive options...
Glamorous cotton scarves...
More expensive, unique choices Tassles are popular right now.  Anthropologie Tassled Triangle Scarf, 2 colors, $34.95  Athleta Deena Scarf by Pistil, $36
 ModCloth Anglophile Style Scarf, $24.99 Eternity scarves are easy to style.  Urban Outfitters BDG Desert Textured Gauze Eternity Scarf, $29 A cross between a scarf & a piece of jewelry...  Zara Embroidered Chains Scarf, $39.90 Do you know someone who wears scarves? You may also like...
In the morning rush, we just want to get dressed fast & easily. Here are 3 staples to speed us through the work week. 1. White or off-white skirt or pantsGoes with everything.
2. Comfortable dressOne-step dressing  GAP Daisy Belted Dress, $29.99 minus 40%
 Zara Printed Dress, $79.90 3. Boatneck teeAdd any pant or skirt (perhaps white?). You're ready to go. (Add jewelry & a cardigan if you need to dress it up a bit.)  J. Crew Painter Boatneck Tee in Stripe, 3 colors, $39.50 minus 30%
What are your 3 staples that get you through the workweek?
I'm not saying we should tie on a bandana. I'm just saying we can if we want to :-) Style suggestions...  Urban Outfitters Urban Renewal Vintage Well Worn Bandana, $6  Urban Outfitters Basic Bandana, $5  Urban Outfitters Urban Renewal Vintage Well Worn Bandana, $6  American Eagle Outfitters has several colors of bandana, $6.95. Buy one, get one for 50% off  Image from Zara  Image from Zara  Zara Bandana Scarf, $15.90  Zara Bandana Scarf, $15.90  Image from Zara  Zara Bandana Print Scarf, $25.90  Sundance Catalog Vintage Stories Scarf, $79.99  Urban Outfitters Ecote Woodblock Classic Bandana, $4.99  Urban Outfitters Ecote Woodblock Classic Bandana, $4.99  Target 2Pk Bandana Handkerchiefs Navy/Red, 100% cotton, $3.99 |
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