Saturday Farmers Market

Over the weekend and I made it to one of my favorite places -- the farmers market! Honestly, sometimes you can find very reasonably priced produce around your neighborhood market -- perfect for a big summer BBQ. G just redid his kitchen and we wanted to thank his friends for their demo work. So, we were looking for some dinner party, menu inspiration. We picked up what looked the best:  zucchini, eggplant, corn and fresh baked focaccia bread. 

What's your farmers market favorite?

Thanks for reading!

Dress:  Hollister | similar

Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs | shop

Shoes: Crystals, Unionbay | shop

Sunnies: Prada | shop

Earrings:  Diamond Studs | shop

Coffee:  Cream + Sugar, please

St. Louis: Mardi Gras & a Leather Jacket

Secret passages!

G playing on a wooden piano at the City Museum

Downtown St. Louis

Arch

Fashion Fundamental:  Leather Jacket

It's Mardi Gras! I'm celebrating in St. Louis with G and some friends!  We ate BBQ, visited the Gateway Arch, and explored the crazy City Museum. This is really just a playground with a series of art installations. Everything from a 10 foot slide to secret tunnels to a giant pencil make this an intriguing funhouse.

I put on some comfortable clothes because I knew I would be crawling around. However, I added a bit of flare and function with a piece I don't pull often enough -- my leather jacket. I found this one in a French boutique 5 years ago. I was obsessed with the hood, and convinced myself I needed to buy it. I'm really glad I did... beads for everyone!

How are you celebrating Mardi Gras?

Shirt: Hollister | similar
Jacket: French boutique | similar
Jeans:  Bullhead skinny, PacSun | shop
Purse: Crossbody, Kate Spade | shop
Shoes: Chuck Taylor All-Star Slip-On | shop
Earrings:  from Mom | similar

Broadway & a Burberry Debut

It's been a long road to finding the perfect trench -- aka -- saving up money for a Burberry.  Fortunately, I found the perfect jacket and it was on sale at 40% off! One of our favorite bloggers Jean from Extra Petite shared her amazing trench score from Bloomingdale's. So, I jumped on the deal and am superbly happy with this classic piece that will hopefully last a lifetime.

Like Ailyn mentioned before.. I, too, like to preserve things I love. However, life is short and NYC is the perfect place to sport my classic trench. 

Ailyn & I also found tickets to our first Broadway show:  How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. I loved the show! The set, costumes and actors were fantastic. I was especially impressed with Michael Urie--who you may remember as Mark on Ugly Betty. 

Coat:  Burberry Harbourne | shop

Shirt:  Jack Creer, Hollister (plaid shirt styled here) | shop

Pants:  Ponte 5 pocket, Gap | shop

Shoes:  Cece Suede Ballet Flats, JCrew | shop

Necklace:  Big Love

Purse:  Gap

Glasses:  Loft

"What's Up" Part II

You may have seen Ailyn's version of her "what's up" Hollister plaid shirt. This was my pick from our last Hollister adventure in the dark. This soft and comfy button up is an easy, breezy choice for a day of kicked back style. 

Most days, I prefer to overdress rather than underdress, but there is something so nice about a relaxed outfit. I'm going to lean back all day today, nod and say, "What's up" so I can be as cool as the workers at Hollister.

"What's up."

Top:  Hollister | shop

Pants:  Ponte 5 pocket, Gap | shop

Shoes:  Cece Suede Studded Ballet Flats, JCrew| shop

Earrings:  Very Audrey JewelMint | shop