The Bag

To piggyback on my last post about natural bags.. this Steven Alan bag.. is everything! I saw it on Shopbop a few weeks ago but didn't pull the trigger. Then while browsing Nordstrom Rack over my Sunday morning coffee, there it was for 50% off. While I love the look of ata/rattan bags, they're just not practical for this commuting New Yorker. I love that this bag is trimmed in leather, making it a touch more wearable for every day. 

Also into this, this, and this for a summer bag update. 

Steven Alan "Oliver" Circle Bag in Straw via Nordstrom Rack

Linen

Lush ruffle hem linen-blend dress- $29.99 

Zara off-the-shoulder linen blend dress- $39.90

Abercrombie square neck linen dress- $68

I've been a huge fan of LA brand Reformation since the label launched in 2012. Their easy, feminine pieces are classic and timeless, while still managing to look completely "right now." But let's be real, not everyone can afford the $200+ price tag.

But other retailers are taking notice. Natural materials (think linen and cotton blends) have been taking over along with organic-looking colors and stripes. 

 I will always love embroidery and boho prints, but there's also something appealing about throwing something on without having to think in 90 degree heat and looking like you just strolled in off the Riviera. 

Hint: just add espadrilles and a handmade accessory from previous 2 posts! 

Maria Innocenti linen jumpsuit- $29.99 

Mango linen cold shoulder dress- $59.99

Jetset Diaries "Haven" dress- $69 (was $169)

Saturday Edit

One of the first rounds of fall clearance is happening and there are some major goodies to be had. As per usual I'm itching to add some new sunnies and booties to the mix.

But hands-down the best deal this week is the Cynthia Vincent drape cardi in this post. It's everything; a heavy weight wool-blend, ombre, a great ikat pattern.. and more than 90% off! I can't wait to add it to my fall rotation. 

Le Specs "Original Sin" sunglasses- $12.99 (was $60)

Wayf ditsy shift dress- $23.10 (was $88)

Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent Ikat Drape cardi- $34 (was $385)

Mr. Wolf moto boot- $98 (was $183)

Daily Deal featuring Pam & Gela

I've been obsessed with Juicy Couture founders Pam & Gela's latest reinvention since it launched a few years back. It's California-cool at its best. Great graphic tees and vintage-inspired embroidered pieces give this basics-driven collection an edge.

Just add a hat and fringed bootie for the perfect summer into fall look.   

Pam & Gela lace dress- $89 (was $325)

Pam & Gela "FYI" tee- $29.99 (was $125)

Pam & Gela embroidered dress- $79 (was $375)

Pam & Gela slit maxi skirt- $39.99 (was $125)

Pam & Gela tie-dye tee- $39.99 (was $125)

 

xo

With the Tribe

As you may or may not know by now, I have an obsession with anything exotic and handmade in feeling. As a matter of fact I have an entire rack of it in my bedroom (!). This translates to lots of embroidery, block printing, hand-loomed fabrics, and tassels, pom poms, etc. I found this bucket bag on Nordstrom Rack and it is all of my bohemian dreams in one bag. Tassels? Check. More tassels? Check! South American loomed fabric? Check!

I love the graphic black and white pattern- it will go with more than your typical summer bag. I'll be wearing mine with a floaty white dress, gladiators, and this hat.

Kaia Bucket Bag- $49

 

XO