The Brightest Blue

Pants: Ann Taylor (this season); Top: Ann Taylor (years ago) tunic shown;

 Belt: Ann Taylor (years ago) similar; Shoes: Ann Taylor (last season) shoes shown;

 Necklace: Made by Me; Ring: Silpada

 How can you not be happy when you're wearing pants as bright blue as these? I immediately think of Jamaica blue waters, a clear blue summer sky or a pool of blue water. Can you tell I'm ready for summer? And with temps like this, you would think we were in June, not March.

I was inspired by the Ann Taylor look below when putting this together. Not too shabby when using everything that already existed in your closet. I do wish I had some sort of scarf versus the necklace, but all in all I love it! And, I'm seriously in Ann Taylor from head to toe (minus the necklace)! I'm pretty sure that makes me an official Midwest representation of Ann Taylor!

Boring Beige

Dress: Suzi Chin for Maggie London (gift); Belt: Ann Taylor;

Shoes: Ann Taylor; Bracelet: JewelMint;

Watch: Emporio Armani (gift); Sunglasses: Prada (gift)

 Actually, it's not quite as boring as one would expect. Though the dress is beige, it is a blank canvas to add color. (Remember that sheath dress from Ann Taylor?) A neon belt, a bright necklace, fun shoes. I'm thinking this dress will make more appearances than I originally thought. There are so many interesting things about this dress, one being the neckline. I love how it's origami in design. And it continues with folds down the right side of the body. A super chic dress!

This dress is a b-day present from last year and it really intimidated me. Not only from a styling aspect, but because it makes me super body conscious! I just have to deal with the fact that I'm still carrying baby weight and wear the clothes in my closet with any and all imperfections! If only I truly meant it! 

Evaluating Spring Wardrobe

March started in like a lion with high winds and cool temps. This week is unseasonably warm, today we are expecting a high of 80, and I'm struggling with how to dress this week! I haven't really had time to evaluate what I have for spring that still fits, is still on trend and what I night need to fill in the gaps.

I've blogged about my current obsessions, the latest trend in neon, the must-have florals and the bright colors that we're seeing everywhere, but I haven't truly blogged about what I really want for spring and summer. And I think the reason behind that is because I don't really know! This is the first time in years that I don't have a go-to plan for my spring/summer wardrobe. See why I'm struggling?

So, based on all of this, I have narrowed it down to the top five things I think should be added to my closet. Some of these decisions were based on trend and some just on sheer want.

A Simple Dress:

 I love this blush dress. So versatile in the fact that its a blank canvas. And, it's two trends in one: lace and sheer. I love the drapey neckline. Such a feminine look.

Modern Lace Sheath Dress

The Brights:

I am really trying to limit the amount of brights I purchase this season. With colors like this, you don't really know how long they are going to last. I do have my red cropped pants from last fall that will work perfectly. However, I did purchase a pair of royal blue pants in January and most recently a tangerine skirt. That might be about all I need.

Textural Pocket Mini Skirt

 Metallic:

The biggest shoe trend, aside from cap toes, is metallic. They come in all shapes and sizes so there's something for everyone. I provided a couple of my favs.

Ivanka Trump Pinkish Pump

Sam Edelman Yelena

          Flower Power:

I struggle with the floral trend as I honestly own one piece that's floral. And I have an even bigger problem with so many floral bottoms to chose from. I feel like I need to be careful when pairing such a bold print below the waistline! But, I am in love with the Zara pants I blogged about yesterday.

Printed Trousers

What's on your agenda for filling in the gaps for your spring/summer wardrobe?