Royal Fashion Update :: Opening Ceremonies

Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge looked wonderful in a variety of patriotic outfits during this years summer Olympics in London, England.  Whether it was dressing up for the opening ceremonies or dressing down for a sporting event.

 Opening Ceremonies Look
 

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Kate's Outfit: L.K. Bennett Pumps | Christopher Kane dress | Alexander McQueen clutch

What do you think of Kate's look?

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Sunday Quote

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Great quote to remember when life is getting you down!

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red stripes

I just love stripes and the good news is... all my favorite stores are full of striped pieces!

Shorts | Dress | Sweatshirt | Pouch | Espadrilles

How do you wear stripes? 

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Friday's Fancies : Summer Sunset

Good Afternoon Charming Followers!

This afternoon I am linking up with {av} from long distance loving for another week of Friday's Fancies.  This weeks theme is Summer Sunset!  

The summer is quickly coming to an end and I am heading back to school next week, but there are still a few nights left to enjoy the warm summer nights with friends and family.

Tunic | Wedges | Watch

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Check out past Friday's Fancies here, here, here, here, & here!

Royal Fashion Update :: Pre-Olympics Event

Prince Harry and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge had a busy few weeks leading up to and during the London Olympics.  The Royal Family kicked off the Olympics with a sports day at Bacon's College, a secondary school in East London the day before the opening ceremonies.

Kate's Outfit: Hobbs Check Wessex Dress | Pied a Terre wedges | Braided Rope Belt (similar)

Would you where this look?

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morning coffee

I love drinking hot tea or coffee out of a fun mug.  I think starting the morning out with a yummy drink in a fun mug makes everything better!  I prefer Chai Tea Lattes or "fancy" coffee from Starbucks with flavoring and sugar.  I also drink lots of decaf tea.  Any excuse to use my Kate Spade mugs {mentioned here}!

'Choose Me Mug' from Henri Bendel

'Make Headlines Make Mischief' Mug from Kate Spade

Spinning Vessels Cup & Saucer from Anthropologie

Do you prefer coffee or tea?  How do you start your mornings?

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designer look alikes : accessories

Accessories can add so much to an outfit.  They can make or break the look.  But, they can also make or break your bank account!  Adding a new pair of shoes, new bag or new jewelry can make an old outfit new again.  But, with many trends coming and going over night it is important to think about how much you'll wear an particular piece before you splurge on something that might be out of date tomorrow.

Big statement necklaces are so fun right now, but aren't always the most practical thing to spend all your money on... I love the way this J.Crew statement necklace looks with dressy and casual outfits, but $150 is a little steep!  When I found an awesome look alike from NY & Co. I jumped at the opportunity to buy the $25 version of a necklace I was coveting for a while.

J.Crew Bubble Necklace | New York & Co. Bib Necklace

With graduation and "the real world" right around the corner I have started shopping for professional clothing and accessories.  These J.Crew wedges ($228) are perfect for work, but this $80 pair from LOFT are even better, don't you think?

J.Crew Martina patent wedges | LOFT patent Rachel wedges

Don't you just love Michael Kors watches?  I could buy all of them, if it wasn't for the $275 price tag.  Anne Klein has a fabulous collection of watches with a much prettier price tag... $65!
 

Michael Kors Tortoise watch | Anne Klein Tortoise watch

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