Taking a Low Key Tee to the Next Level

I love finding comfy tees that can go from a chill Saturday afternoon running errands to out on the town Saturday night...and this one by Brokedown from South Moon Under was a perfect find! This Spring is all about pairing the low key such as tees with the fancy such as statement necklaces and earrings.

Black Leather Crossover Bag: Nine West;
Black Vegan Leather Jacket: BlankNYC (South Moon Under)

Love adding a pop of leopard print to an outfit! Leopard Print Flats: Nine West

Grey Bracelet: Anthropologie

Initial Necklace: South Moon Under; Long Necklace: Ann Taylor: Initial Bracelet: Alex and Ani; Earrings: Jewels (Ruxton, MD)

Some of my favorite fashion trends include pairing the unexpected...for example I love being able to take something super comfortable and dressing it up! So this season, try one of your cute and comfy tees with a sparkly, bold necklace and go from super chill to super fabulous!

Photo Credit: Nicole Diffenderfer - lovethediffsphotography@gmail.com

Xoxo,

Baltimore Blonde :)

A Subtle Mix of Stripes and Flowers

Flipping through my fave fashion magazines, blogs and Pinterest, I've seen stripes being paired with flowers. I love mixing patterns but this one I wasn't so sure about...so I decided to try the look in a more subtle way...a stripe top under a sheer sweater with a floral patterned statement necklace...and I have to say that I think I'm sold!

Sweater: Wooden Ships (Babe a Boutique in Fells Point); Striped Top: BB Dakota (South Moon Under)

Leather Leggings: Two by Vince Camuto (Nordstrom); Purse: JPK Paris 75; Fedora: Banana Republic

The floral statement necklace was a gift from my fabulous Aunt! 

Sunglasses: Lacoste; Bracelets: Ann Taylor; Earrings: House of Harlow

Whenever there's a new style or trend out there that you like but aren't totally sure about...I encourage you to test drive it with a more subtle approach to see if it really does work with your style! This Spring I'll definitely try taking this trend to the next level by pairing one of my fave striped tops with a fun floral print skirt!

Photo Credit: Nicole Diffenderfer - lovethediffsphotography@gmail.com

Xoxo,

Baltimore Blonde :)

J'Adore Polka Dots!

I have always loved wearing polka dots...I think they are fun and whimsical...and this cardigan by the recently launched John & Jenn Collection totally caught my eye! And paired with a silk blouse, pearls and a mermaid cut skirt makes for a classic Fall work day outfit!

Fell in love with these adorable heels by Poetic License (from Poppy & Stella in Fells Point)... they're the perfect Summer to Fall transition shoe!

Bracelets: Lilly Pulitzer and Loehmann's; Watch: Michael Kors; Purse: Poppy & Stella (in Fells Point); Sunglasses: Coach

Cardigan: John & Jenn (South Moon Under); Blouse: Trinity (from Angela Lynn Boutique...used to be in Hampden but moved to Quarry Lake, Baltimore); Skirt: Ann Taylor

Pearls: Mikimoto (a beautiful gift from my fabulous hubby!); Earrings: Scout & Molly's (in Charleston, SC)

Enjoy this gorgeous Fall weather and have a little fun with polka dots this season!

Photo Credit: Nicole Diffenderfer - lovethediffsphotography@gmail.com

Xoxo,

Baltimore Blonde :)

Wearing White After Labor Day...It's No Longer Breaking the Rules!

Kicking off this Fall season, it seems like everything I read and everywhere I look the fashion world is finally granting us permission to wear white between the months of September and May! I’ve always loved wearing the color white throughout the year…it is timeless and classy… and haven’t been afraid to break this outdated rule; but now I am thrilled that it is one of the key colors for this season. The most important factor in wearing white during the cooler months is choosing the right material. Go with white jeans, wool or heavier cottons vs. anything white linen or light. For this outfit, I wanted to channel a little of that “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” feel (one of my all-time fave movies!) by pairing a black peplum top from South Moon Under with a pair of classic white pants from Ann Taylor.

Necklace: Trifari; Purse: Jazza

Peplum Top: Abbeline (South Moon Under); White Pants: Ann Taylor

Sunglasses: Coach; Earrings: Doubledutch Boutique (Hampden, Baltimore City)

Bracelets: Urban Outfitters, Cute Boutique in St. Paul, MN, Another Cute Boutique in Atlanta, GA (I love finding fun jewelry in the different cities I visit!); Watch: Michael Kors

Black Pumps: Nine West

Love the back of this top with the lace and zipper...conservative in the front...spicy in the back!

So don’t be afraid to incorporate some white into your wardrobe this Fall. And remember, a girl can never go wrong with classic black and white! 

Photo Credit: Nicole Diffenderfer - lovethediffsphotography@gmail.com

Xoxo,

Baltimore Blonde :)