summer style

Coral & Starfish

May 10, 2013 · By Rachel · 43 Comments

I am seriously obsessed with the combination of coral and teal or coral and mint. I just think it is fun, vibrant and works really well together. Anytime I mix and match colors at the office, I always want to ensure it is minimal so I don’t freak my co-workers out. Well, I’m pretty sure I freaked them out anyway. Oh well! At least I was having fun, being productive and feeling good about life. Also, how CUTE is this starfish bracelet from InPink? I absolutely love it! It is definitely going to be my go-to accessory this summer and anytime I’m wearing bright colors, stripes or anything nautical-inspired, you better believe this bracelet will be a part of my arm party. InPink is graciously offering readers 30% off all jewelry on the site with code: RACHEL30 through 6/2/2013!

Now for Blog Every Day in May, my most embarrassing moments. Trust me, I have A TON of them. I mean my middle name should just be embarrassment. But the most memorable ones deal with tripping. Apparently my last name in German means “clumsy”… I have no idea if this is true, but I’ll take it because my family is very clumsy! So in high school I had a huge crush on my best friend’s older brother (huge no-no, right? meh, he was beautiful!) and while passing him leaving the lunchroom, he was coming down the stairs and I was going up. I started to say hello as I completely wiped out and tripped going UP the stairs. SO embarrassing. Next tripping embarrassment: I was in my senior year of college, and although this might have involved a couple, a few, maybe more beers, I fell down a bar’s stairs in front of a completely full bar. It was one of those moments where everyone goes “OHHHHH” (you know like when someone drops their tray in the lunchroom) and then I stood back up and said “HEYYYYY I’m okay!”… and proceeded to eat two hot dogs. Hey they were always free at this bar and I thought it would help with the whole falling down thing. Classy, I know. Happy Friday everyone!

Dress, Vintage via Armstrongs in Scotland (Last seen here, Similar) :: Heels, H&M (Last seen here, Similar) :: Belt, Windsor (Last seen here, Similar) :: Starfish Bracelet, c/o InPink (Exact) :: Teal Bracelet, Lia Sophia (Similar) Take 30% off all InPink jewelry with the code RACHEL30 through 6/2/2013!

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A Month of Outifts: August

August 31, 2012 · By Rachel · 24 Comments

A sparse outfit month for me… sorry about that! Which outfit do you like best?! Happy end of August!

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The IT List! – August 17, 2012

August 17, 2012 · By Rachel · 11 Comments

Olive and an Arrow is rocking purple pants and pumps for a fun office look! Pop over to see how she puts a casual twist on it! (find Olive and an Arrow on Twitter!)
The Double Take Girls goes for a royal look with the Queen’s signature color! Paired with polka dots, it is the ultimate girly outfit! (find The Double Take Girl on Twitter!)
Lipstick & Lollies saved her first sock bun experience for a rainy day and, I must say, she knocked it out of the park! So cute!
Lilies, Lattes & Lace celebrated her wedding anniversary in a special dress reminiscent of the one she wore on the big day! Gorgeous! (find Lilies, Lattes & Lace on Twitter!)
A Fashion Fixation is loving the high-low dress trend and even figured out a way to make it work for the office! She looks amazing! (find A Fashion Fixation on Twitter!)
Rachel’s Look Book gives us the run down on how to transition our maxi skirts from summer to fall! Head over to check out all of her great tips! (find Rachel’s Look Book on Twitter!)
Urban Frill has a case of the blues in a monochromatic ensemble – though the color can mean drab, this outfit is anything but! (find Urban Frill on Twitter!)
Miss Top Ten Image went for an easy breezy island look while on vacation complete with a head scarf! Love it! (find Miss Top Ten Image on Twitter!)
Here & Now tried out the glasses trend in black and white from head to toe. Head over to find out where you can get your own pair! (find Here & Now on Twitter!)
Ishi infused a bit of european style into her look – cat eye frames and an eiffel tower shirt make for one chic outfit!
Fabulously Average mixed yellow with maroon for an unexpected color combo – love the combination of summer and fall! (find Fabulously Average on Twitter!)
Leopard and Lillies is a vision in red in her long flowing maxi! Add in a little glitter and this is one dashing outfit! (find Leopard and Lillies on Twitter!)
Second Street East is ready for the lake in crochet shorts and chambray! Comfy, cute and casual – there is nothing better! (find Second Street East on Twitter!)
Sweetie Pie Style takes us through three ways to wear the same top – dinner date, drinks with friends and Sunday brunch! How to choose?! (find Sweetie Pie Style on Twitter!)

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Transitioning Maxis from Summer to Fall

August 15, 2012 · By Rachel · 38 Comments

Chic, sleek and easy-to-wear maxis have become a staple in many wardrobes and they provide a versatile, unique look. Breezy maxi styles have helped fashionistas beat the summer heat, but what about styling these beauties for fall? By adding layers and more details, the transition from summer to fall is as easy as one, two, three!

The IT List! -August 10, 2012

August 10, 2012 · By Rachel · 7 Comments

the Queen City Style looks to her closet for inspiration in recreating her latest running outfit! Blue and yellow is the theme and it is spot on! (find The Queen City Style on Twitter!)
100 Inspirations recreates Jennifer Hudson’s casual and stylish look including loafers and polka dots! Head over to find out where to purchase it all for under $105!
The Double Take Girls looks adorable in her “back-to-school” outfit complete with yellow and stripes – a superbly preppy summer look! (find The Double Take Girl on Twitter!)
Lipstick & Lollies might be checking in to colored denim rehab soon! The color of the week? Purple! So cute!
Lilies, Lattes & Lace shows us her colorblocking skills with primary colors – a perfect look for wrapping up summer! Love! (find Lilies, Lattes & Lace on Twitter!)
A Fashion Fixation managed to make it through tax-free weekend without too much damage, but did pick up an adorable new top! Pop over to check it out! (find A Fashion Fixation on Twitter!)
Rachel’s Look Book made a video to show us how to style a belt into a cute little flower motif! You don’t want to miss this one! (find Rachel’s Look Book on Twitter!)
Urban Frill tried out a new way to style a skirt – head over to see her easy way to shorten the length in a snap! (find Urban Frill on Twitter!)
Miss Top Ten Image found a pair of lace trousers and knew they had to be hers! Head over to see how she styled them! (find Miss Top Ten Image on Twitter!)
Here & Now shares with us her list of comfortable (and stylish!) must-haves for a day full of traveling! So cute! (find Here & Now on Twitter!)
Ishi pairs two of our favorite trends – floral and neon – for a look that is worthy of a night out on the town!
Fabulously Average is in a fall state of mind with jewel tones and a little layering! A perfect outfit for the upcoming transition to cooler temps! (find Fabulously Average on Twitter!)
Second Street East is trying out one of fall’s new trends courtesy of her husband! Camo, anyone?! (find Second Street East on Twitter!)
Sweetie Pie Style takes 4 summer pieces we all own and tells us how to make them work for fall to add longevity to our wardrobe! Don’t miss this one! (find Sweetie Pie Style on Twitter!)

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Sister Style: Jean Shorts & Boots

August 6, 2012 · By Rachel · 20 Comments

Meet Kaitlyn. She is my little sister and best friend… and when she came to visit this weekend, I thought it would be fun to showcase some sister style. Since we both love themes, we decided to do a post showing our own unique styles and how we would style an outfit. In this case the outfit was jean shorts and booties. She paired hers with a striped tee and large sparkly necklace and I paired mine with a flowy tank and vintage sequin cardigan. It was so fun to take pictures of her and she is such a natural with the camera! Her natural beauty came through! It was so great seeing her and she was so excited to meet our puppy and is officially Aunt Katie! Hope you all had a wonderful weekend and enjoy this sister post!

A Month of Outfits: July

July 31, 2012 · By Rachel · 28 Comments

Which outfit is your favorite?!* Just realized I was liking the color yellow for my accessories What was your July outfit go-to?

*Click on any of the outfits to go to the full outfit post.

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Fruit Stripes

July 25, 2012 · By Rachel · 30 Comments

Something about this outfit reminds me of Fruit Stripes gum… the stripes part is obvious but I think it is the colorful packaging that completes that idea in my head. Anyway, wore this on Sunday to watch the Bachelorette finale with my friend! There is nothing better than my yellow scarf to add some color to an otherwise simple outfit. I have worn this scarf on many occassions and it is one in my collection that works for all seasons.

Summer Go-Tos

July 23, 2012 · By Rachel · 30 Comments

The summer heat hasn’t been letting down here this past week… so I have been going to some of my go-tos for summer heat and humidity: a breezy dress, hair pushed back with a headband/headwrap, and a pair of flats or strappy sandals! I wore this on Saturday to run some errands (like go pick out puppy supplies, yay!) and to get the apartment organized (aka puppy-proofed… all shoes are up high in my closet now!) And there is nothing better than a good pop of pink with my “Punchy” Beauty Rush lip gloss from Victoria Secret to add just the right amount of color! I hope you all had a great weekend! What are your go-tos for summer heat?

P.S. We are undergoing some blog construction (if you couldn’t tell)… please bear with us and our changes over the next month!

Here are some other amazing summer go-tos and fashionable finds from Kaleidoscope Fashion. There are some amazing pieces, that fit in perfectly for summer, a vacation or in warmer weather climates!

First off, who doesn’t need a sassy LLD (little leopard dress)! Just as functional as a little black dress, but more fun. This perfectly transitions into colder seasons as well with a black blazer and pair of pumps (add red pumps for a particularly fun outfit).
A little white, summery dress is also necessary. Find one with some embellishments and all you need to throw on is a pair of sandals. Summer or vacation chic with little to no effort!
One piece black swimsuits are no longer meant for covering up, but showing off. They are so chic and will make you stand out in the crowd at the pool or the beach.
A light-weight black dress with some fun details can be a great cover-up for your swimwear and can double as a cute dress to go out with friends or for date night. Add some gold wedges and earrings to really make a statement.
White wedges are classy and can be paired with any outfit during the warmer months! Perfect at the office or on the weekends, wedges are comfy while still looking chic.
Tortoise sunnies are a classic… and a must. They liven any outfit when the sun is beating down! Try a wide rim pair to ensure great coverage and a fashionable look.
Bermuda shorts are ideal for any situation in the sun… they are a classic look that look amazing paired with a breezy light-weight colorful blouse and embellished sandals. They help you keep cool for the farmer’s market, summer fairs or outdoor concerts!
Embellished sandals are the next step up from flip flops, giving your feet complete freedom while maintaining a perfectly stylish outfit. Try a pair in a neutral such as white or a metallic shade for some extra pizzazz!

What are your favorite summer pieces and go-tos for warmer weather?!

Friday’s Fancies: My Travel Outfit

July 20, 2012 · By Rachel · 40 Comments

So I’m linking up to Friday’s Fancies today, which was a theme of your perfect traveling outfit in a dream vacation setting. While since I was just in my dream vacation in Europe, I decided to share an outfit I wore one day in Paris, but a day we didn’t take any photos. Layering a striped shirt over my maxi and throwing over a chambray gave my dress and tee a whole different feel from some of the other outfits I wore while I was there. Paired with my favorite strappy flat sandals, it was a comfy outfit while in Paris!