YOU NEED THIS DRESS.

I know it's so cold outside you can barely think, but... Consider this your public service announcement for the dress of spring/summer: Mink Pink's scalloped little white dress. For all of you who couldn't get enough of J.Crew's scalloped dress this past summer, this is a no-brainer, especially because — get this — it's only $71. I KNOW. I have a feeling this baby will sell out before the temperature gets above freezing so order yours right here!

P.S. My favorite dress from last summer is still available too!

I know it's so cold outside you can barely think, but... Consider this your public service announcement for the dress of spring/summer: Mink Pink's scalloped little white dress. For all of you who couldn't get enough of J.Crew's scalloped dress this past summer, this is a no-brainer, especially because — get this — it's only $71. I KNOW. I have a feeling this baby will sell out before the temperature gets above freezing so order yours right here!

P.S. My favorite dress from last summer is still available too!

NEW YORK CITY GUIDE: EAST POLE

What: Saturday brunch at East Pole with Amy and Carly

Where: 133 E. 65th Street, Upper East Side

Why: Avocado toast, navy leather banquettes, Slim Aarons photographs in the bathroom, and vintage maps galore

Wearing: Oversized cashmere and vintage Ray-Bans

*All photos by Amy Stone

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What: Saturday brunch at East Pole with Amy and Carly

Where: 133 E. 65th Street, Upper East Side

Why: Avocado toast, navy leather banquettes, Slim Aarons photographs in the bathroom, and vintage maps galore

Wearing: Oversized cashmere and vintage Ray-Bans

*All photos by Amy Stone

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ATLANTA RECOMMENDATIONS?

My mom and I are headed to Atlanta this weekend to do a little buying for the boutique! I've only ever gone to trade shows in New York so I'm excited to branch out and see what the south has in store (and extra excited to have my mom in tow!). 

I've actually never been to Atlanta so I can't wait to explore the city and meet up with my friend Sara from college. I've been dying to visit Ann Mashburn since interviewing her for Matchbook a couple years ago but I'd love to hear any other recommendations you have for can't-miss shopping and dining... Thank you in advance! xx

*all photos Ali Harper for Matchbook Magazine

My mom and I are headed to Atlanta this weekend to do a little buying for the boutique! I've only ever gone to trade shows in New York so I'm excited to branch out and see what the south has in store (and extra excited to have my mom in tow!). 

I've actually never been to Atlanta so I can't wait to explore the city and meet up with my friend Sara from college. I've been dying to visit Ann Mashburn since interviewing her for Matchbook a couple years ago but I'd love to hear any other recommendations you have for can't-miss shopping and dining... Thank you in advance! xx

*all photos Ali Harper for Matchbook Magazine

BELGRAVE CRESCENT

I've long adored Roséline's blog This Is Glamorous and was delighted to discover her new line Belgrave Crescent. Hatched as an idea to create a luxe leather iPad case, the line has expanded to include gorgeous bespoke handbags made in England. Their lookbook has me daydreaming of a spring picnic — and the perfect bag to go with it.

I've long adored Roséline's blog This Is Glamorous and was delighted to discover her new line Belgrave Crescent. Hatched as an idea to create a luxe leather iPad case, the line has expanded to include gorgeous bespoke handbags made in England. Their lookbook has me daydreaming of a spring picnic — and the perfect bag to go with it.

A LITTLE BIT OF LEOPARD

Let's start the new year with a little walk on the wild side, shall we? I do love a little bit of leopard — emphasis on little. Very few people can pull off a leopard coat, for instance, but a leopard clutch or pillow? Easy and instant chic. Below, a few picks in my favorite animal print...

P.S. Want a little leopard for less than $20? Get the look from my boutique with this or these!

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Let's start the new year with a little walk on the wild side, shall we? I do love a little bit of leopard — emphasis on little. Very few people can pull off a leopard coat, for instance, but a leopard clutch or pillow? Easy and instant chic. Below, a few picks in my favorite animal print...

P.S. Want a little leopard for less than $20? Get the look from my boutique with this or these!

*Images 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5

OUTFIT {CLUB MONACO SWEATER}

Club Monaco hat  //  Club Monaco sweater  //  Rag & Bone jeans  //  Yosi Samra flats c/o

Say hello to one of my favorite Christmas presents... This adorable pom pom hat from Club Monaco. Thanks Reilly! I've been wearing it pretty much nonstop since I opened it on Christmas morning — I know the pom pom is a little big but it makes me so very happy! Oh and the leather detail on this sweater? Club Monaco does it again.

I'm also obsessed with these Yosi Samra flats. They're navy and black (a color combo you know I love) with the sweetest little bow — and they fold up when you're not wearing them, making them the perfect ballet flat for traveling. I'm actually in Dallas for New Year's and they were the first thing I tossed in my suitcase! 

P.S. I've received a few emails about my favorite jeans... They do run true to size but, if you're between sizes, I recommend ordering one size down as they do stretch a bit over time. I hope that helps! Happy New Year everybody!!!

Club Monaco hat  //  Club Monaco sweater  //  Rag & Bone jeans  //  Yosi Samra flats c/o

Say hello to one of my favorite Christmas presents... This adorable pom pom hat from Club Monaco. Thanks Reilly! I've been wearing it pretty much nonstop since I opened it on Christmas morning — I know the pom pom is a little big but it makes me so very happy! Oh and the leather detail on this sweater? Club Monaco does it again.

I'm also obsessed with these Yosi Samra flats. They're navy and black (a color combo you know I love) with the sweetest little bow — and they fold up when you're not wearing them, making them the perfect ballet flat for traveling. I'm actually in Dallas for New Year's and they were the first thing I tossed in my suitcase! 

P.S. I've received a few emails about my favorite jeans... They do run true to size but, if you're between sizes, I recommend ordering one size down as they do stretch a bit over time. I hope that helps! Happy New Year everybody!!!

GOODBYE 2013, HELLOOO 2014!

I think I say this every December but I can't help myself... What. A. Year. 

I moved to New York with my puppy, made amazing new friends, decorated my first apartment, grew my business, partnered with some really awesome bloggers and brands, traveled all over the country (Salt Lake City, Dallas, New Orleans, Denver, and Boston!), spent lots of summer weekends in Central Park and on Nantucket, and finished the year on such a high note. I also wound up crossing 79 things off my 101 in 1001 list!

Truthfully though, this year was also a bit of a bumpy road for me. I had my heart broken, experienced every possible growing pain of running a small business, struggled with hurtful comments on my blog, and was even dumped by a boy I really liked — in a text message (#notcool). I try to keep things happy and upbeat around here but it definitely hasn't been all rainbows and pretty shoes behind the scenes.

I'm really, really looking forward to a fresh start. I have a lot of exciting projects on the horizon, awesome girlfriends by my side, a new boy in my life, and the most supportive family in the entire world... So bring it on, 2014. I'm ready for you!

I think I say this every December but I can't help myself... What. A. Year. 

I moved to New York with my puppy, made amazing new friends, decorated my first apartment, grew my business, partnered with some really awesome bloggers and brands, traveled all over the country (Salt Lake City, Dallas, New Orleans, Denver, and Boston!), spent lots of summer weekends in Central Park and on Nantucket, and finished the year on such a high note. I also wound up crossing 79 things off my 101 in 1001 list!

Truthfully though, this year was also a bit of a bumpy road for me. I had my heart broken, experienced every possible growing pain of running a small business, struggled with hurtful comments on my blog, and was even dumped by a boy I really liked — in a text message (#notcool). I try to keep things happy and upbeat around here but it definitely hasn't been all rainbows and pretty shoes behind the scenes.

I'm really, really looking forward to a fresh start. I have a lot of exciting projects on the horizon, awesome girlfriends by my side, a new boy in my life, and the most supportive family in the entire world... So bring it on, 2014. I'm ready for you!

WEEKEND WISHLIST

I hope you've all enjoyed a little time off this past week! We've had so much good food, watched way too many movies, and more than once forgotten what day it is... Exactly the kind of break I needed. Here's a little video we made in case you missed it!

If you've got a few gift cards from the holidays (or you're buying yourself what you really wanted for Christmas...), I've rounded up a few wishlist items in the slideshow below. Some are new arrivals for spring (say hello to my new favorite skirt!) and others are on mega sale (just snagged these riding boots for almost 50% off). Shop to it and have a great weekend! xx

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I hope you've all enjoyed a little time off this past week! We've had so much good food, watched way too many movies, and more than once forgotten what day it is... Exactly the kind of break I needed. Here's a little video we made in case you missed it!

If you've got a few gift cards from the holidays (or you're buying yourself what you really wanted for Christmas...), I've rounded up a few wishlist items in the slideshow below. Some are new arrivals for spring (say hello to my new favorite skirt!) and others are on mega sale (just snagged these riding boots for almost 50% off). Shop to it and have a great weekend! xx

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A DESIGN DARLING CHRISTMAS!

My brothers Grayson and Camden put together this video of our Christmas morning and I thought you might like to see! Let me know what you think and whether you'd like to see a little more video content around here... I really love how this turned out! :)

P.S. I'm wearing Sleepy Jones pajamas and a Club Monaco hat!

My brothers Grayson and Camden put together this video of our Christmas morning and I thought you might like to see! Let me know what you think and whether you'd like to see a little more video content around here... I really love how this turned out! :)

P.S. I'm wearing Sleepy Jones pajamas and a Club Monaco hat!

CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS

I'm so excited that Christmas is this week! The stress of holiday shipping (and shopping, if we're being honest) is finally behind me. Now I intend to soak up every last second of Christmas magic and family time... Bring. It. On.

We have a few traditions I always look forward to: delivering baked goods to the hospital where my mom works on Christmas Eve, passing around 'Twas The Night Before Christmas so each family member gets to read a page or two, and opening presents one by one from youngest cousin to oldest cousin so we all see every gift, reaction, etc. 

Do you have any favorite family traditions around the holidays? I'd love to hear!

P.S. A fun DIY letter wreath and ten ways to decorate for Christmas!

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I'm so excited that Christmas is this week! The stress of holiday shipping (and shopping, if we're being honest) is finally behind me. Now I intend to soak up every last second of Christmas magic and family time... Bring. It. On.

We have a few traditions I always look forward to: delivering baked goods to the hospital where my mom works on Christmas Eve, passing around 'Twas The Night Before Christmas so each family member gets to read a page or two, and opening presents one by one from youngest cousin to oldest cousin so we all see every gift, reaction, etc. 

Do you have any favorite family traditions around the holidays? I'd love to hear!

P.S. A fun DIY letter wreath and ten ways to decorate for Christmas!

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