Casual Dresses

I love the warmer months because I can break out my dresses. However, I often fret over whether a dress is casual enough for daytime. I think these dresses can do double-duty– dress them up with heels or make them low-key with a cross-body and cute sandals.

Theory | Dasher stretch-knit dress $345

Altruzzara for J. Crew | Patricia Dress $145

Rag & Bone | Monterrey Dress $325

T by Alexander Wang | Cotton Netting Combo Muscle Tee Dress $120

And my move to New York is still underway! I’ve booked my one-way plane ticket for next Monday. Time for serious suitcase scrutiny. Dresses that are multi-functional are a huge plus.

Step Three of Moving to NYC: Wardobe edit.

A Pop of Electric Blue

Neon colors are a big trend for spring but they’re just so bright. I think a pop of neon is fun but I don’t want to look like Jubilee from the 90′s cartoon X-Men. Electric Blue is the perfect compromise between fun and sophistication.

Tory Burch | Aine Flat Sandals

T by Alexander Wang | Boxy Crew Neck Pullover Sweater

T by Alexander Wang | Cotton Knit Skirt

Alice + Olivia | High waist wide leg pants

K. Jacques | Jival Asymmetrical Thong Sandals

Alexander Wang | Marion with Rhodium Hardware

Are you a fan of neon? I must admit that hot pink holds a special place in my heart.

Christmas Wishlist

1. J. Crew | Nightshirt in polka dot flannel

2. Jil Sander | Contrast-sole slingback pumps

3. Les Petits Macarons: Colorful French Confections to Make at Home

4. Parisian Chic: A Style Guide

5. T by Alexander Wang | Cotton-blend jersey tank

6. lululemon | The Mat

7. J. Crew | Jumbo link bracelet

8. J. Crew | Schoolboy blazer in houndstooth

Here’s what I wouldn’t mind finding under the Christmas tree this year. What are you hoping for?

November’s Under $100 Finds

I love browsing gift guides. I’m not ready to call this one quite yet. I prefer to enjoy Thanksgiving before Christmas begins. However, if you must know, I bought the Micheal Buble Christmas album last night, and I may have listened to it on the way home from work…

1. M Missoni | Horoscope Bag $29

2. Altru | ‘Picasso’ Trim Fit Crewneck T-Shirt $36

3. Converse | Chuck Taylor ‘Winter Glitz’ Sneaker $59.95

4. Gorjana | Gatsby Earrings $49

5. Tory Burch | Enamel Logo ID Bracelet $85

6. Madewell | Deep Sleep Tank $32

7. Nixon | ‘The Time Teller’ Watch $60

8. Nordstrom | Slouchy Hat $22

9. Vince Camuto | ‘Jerrell’ Bootie $89.90

10. T by Alexander Wang | Zip Front Dress $79

11. J. Crew | Classic mini in white felted wool $98

Surfeit of Sweaters

Rag & Bone | Knitted cotton sweater

Splendid | Active always cropped cotton-blend sweater

T by Alexander Wang | Chunky-knit cotton sweater

Acne | Over-sized angora-blend sweater

Burberry Brit | Cotton and wool-blend sweater

J. Crew | Cambridge cable-knit turtleneck sweater

A.P.C | Cotton slogan sweater

Crumpet | Leopard-print cashmere sweater

Or ever so slowly make your own…

Here’s hoping I finish it before spring.