The straw fedora is so popular this summer; I have to admit I have one too, which I bought at a flea market in Paris last summer, and love wearing it with everything from dresses to shorts and a t-shirt.
In Montreal hats were a popular accessory, too. Do you have a particular hat that you like to sport on a hot sunny day? (Images photohogger)
Headphones and Heels
Sorry for being MIA last week ladies; was in Montreal and will post some photos, soon! For now, here's a very cool girl as seen in Boston. Her heels were so high and she was struttin' so fast with her headphones on. Have you noticed a lot of people wearing big-a$$ headphones again? (Image photohogger)
Yellow Pants
I'm back from Boston! We had a wonderful time, would you believe it was 32-38°C there! Wow, amazingly hot. Absolutely loved it. I should have packed more shorts and t-shirts!
Here's a woman on Charles St. sporting some yellow pants. I had to get a shot of her with the yellow hydrant, yellow Penske truck and yellow flowers in the background. Is this something you would wear ladies? (Image photohogger)
Also, red pants.
Long Weekend. What to Pack?
Canada celebrated Victoria Day last weekend and since we were staycationing, I lounged around alternating between pjs, gardening attire (pjs) and more pjs, but this weekend we're off to Boston, so I'm wondering what to pack. And as it's Memorial Day for those south of the border a lot of you may be wondering the same!
Any plans for the weekend?
Also, as we're moving to Boston in August, this week is mostly all about looking for housing, so if you have any tips on good neighbourhoods, let me know!
See you in a week!
Luxemi
Refinery29 just annouced the launch of Luxemi.com, the online source for lovely indian clothing, which you can RENT from too. If you've ever been to an Indian wedding or function, you know how expensive those outfits can be, not to mention the accessories (which btw, they rent out, too!) and often times you'll only wear a sari, that you bought for $$$, once! Sign me up!
(Image Luxemi.com)
BIG Bows + PRABAL Gurung
Exciting that Prabal Gurung has a new collection at J.Crew. Although I'm not much of J.Crew fan, I do like me some bows, and this very limited edition (only 50 pieces made of some of the styles and some already sold out) is all "exploding" bows.
Pre-ordering happening right now, or available in store next week.
Get your bow on.
Katie did. Although not Prabal Gurung, but a Holmes & Yang top and skirt with a giant bow in her face.
What do you think about bows, big or small?
Katie Holmes at the 56th annual Drama Desk Awards (Photo by FlynetPictures.com)
(Images Pinterest)
Pleats
I used to have a black pleated midi skirt that I gave away a long time ago. Don't you regret doing that when the style comes back? I love how graceful these pleated skirts look, and how perfect for summer?
What's your summer style? Are you a skirts and dresses person or a shorts and t-shirt person?
(Images via Pinterest)
Michelle + Kate
Finally a post Royal Wedding event that I've we've all been waiting for.
The President and Michelle Obama visited Buckingham Palace and Kate and Wills were on hand to meet and greet them. Kate was wearing a gorgeous $340 Reiss dress (the Reiss website has apparently crashed now, due to the number of people trying to snag this dress for themselves) and looked stunning with a slight tan from their honeymoon in the Seychelles.
This photo is my favourite.
(Photo: WPA Pool/Getty Images)
See more of the dress and their meeting at NYMag.com!
Summer Swim Suits
It's almost time for summer! Beach-bound? If so, what's going to be in your beach bag? Here are some of the looks I'd love to sport on a beach vacation (which I am doing.......in my mind).
Catherine Malandrino, Cutout crochet, $195 (Net-a-porter)
I love Freya's lingerie, and their swimsuits are no exception. SO pretty and supportive! (Freya)
Colorblock Twist Bandeau Tankini Top, $49.50 (Ann Taylor)
Jantzen Swimsuit, Vamp One Piece Ruched, $60.79 (Macy's)
Buenos Aires Black V Neck, (Fantasie)
Nanette Lepore, One-Piece Swimsuit, $154 (Bloomingdales)
Michael Kors Ruffle Bandeau Maillot, $187 (Bloomingdales)
DKNY One Shoulder Ruffle Maillot, $129 (Bloomingdales)
Marc by Marc Jacobs, Colour Blocked Cut-Out Bandeau, $158 (Bloomingdales)
ANTM: Spoiler Alert!
If you haven't seen the Season Finale of America's Next Top Model Cycle 16, I won't ruin it for you, so, STOP reading! :)
(ImageThe CW/Walter Sassard)
Yay, I'm so happy that Brittani Kline won America's Next Top Model! From humble beginnings growing up in a trailer park, Brittani really wowed the judges and rocked all the shoots as well as her Cover Girl commercial. I was rooting for her all along! (Image The CW/Nigel Barker)
Here she is at the CW TV Network's bash in NY. Love her cute pixie cut! (Images DailyMail)
Bluefly Polyvore Contest
J Brand
I have a pair of J Brand jeans; they do fit well, but not as well as Ginnifer here, rocking a pair of J Brand 910s in Pure ($159, ShopBop). She looks so good, doesn't she? Have you seen her in Something Borrowed, yet? I was wondering if she wore a wig in that film since her hair is short, and turns out it may be!
(Image via INFDaily.com)
Paris Fashion
Now that the sun is finally shining, here's some inspiration from our summer in Paris. From the impeccable suits and bright colours to what I wore (flowery summer dress, oxfords and straw hat that we got at a flea market) while shopping (I scored a pair of Prada shoes!) in Paris. What's your go-to outfit for a hot summer's day? (All images photohogger)
Happy Cinco de Mayo!
It's Cinco de Mayo! Are you celebrating this day of Mexican heritage with a margarita?
Here's some Cinco de Mayo inspiration for the day.
Love the yellow colour, perfect for Spring! Mexican Embroidered Shift Dress, Free People, $160
Ecote Tooled Lady Bag, Urban Outfitters, $88
Zebra Striped Feather Earrings, Arden B., $19, I would love to own these!
How luscious would this body wash be? Senorita Margarita, Philosophy, Sephora, $16
Margarita cupcakes. Yes, please, I'll take two!
Easy Margarita recipe, definitely going to have to try this one, myself!
Happy Cinco de Mayo Day!
One Shoulder
I would, if I knew I could trust the one-shouldered bra!
(Images via Pinterest)



Sarah Burton Designer of Royal Dress

Elle UK reports:
""It has been the experience of a lifetime to work with Catherine Middleton to create her wedding dress, and I have enjoyed every moment of it" she said today, after being seen smoothing the bridal train at Westminster Abbey. "It was such an incredible honour to be asked, and I am so proud of what we and the Alexander McQueen team have created.""
Read the full article at ElleUK.com
Royal Wedding Slideshow

Photo: Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images

Photo: Odd Andersen/AFP/Getty Image

Photo: Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images
See the rest of the slideshow at NYMAG.com
Coachella
Some great Coachella looks and boho chic inspiration for the rest of the summer. Yes to floppy hats, sunglasses, ripped denim shorts and loose T's!
(Images via Pinterest)
Gingham
This is my favourite colour, blue and white and how I'd wear it.
(All images via Pinterest)
Anthropologie, $88


Other great ginghamy ideas:
Modcloth, no longer available, but so lovely!

Net-a-porter, J. Crew, $49

Gingham PANTS! From Sessun, super cute on this girl, here.

How do you wear gingham?
Cat Eye
Cat eye sunglasses are hot for Spring, but I'm really loving cat eye makeup for during the day and into the night. So retro and with a bit of nude lip for day and red lip for night...perfecto!
Is this something you would do, ladies?
(Images via Pinterest)