Orange and Lilac seem to be my favorite colors as we head into the Summer months.
Now, I haven’t decided if I love them together, but I certainly find them amazing by themselves.
Kelsi Dagger’s Monaco is like a breath of fresh air. This vibrant shoe features adjustable straps with a textures reptile-embossed leather upper, and its frilly pleated ruffles add the perfect amount of femininity.
Launched for summer 2009, Kelsi Dagger is a new concept from the PLV studio design team that brought you Pour La Victoire.
After redefining how designer shoes should cost, feel and look, the team now turns toward another market segment. With Kelsi Dagger the taste level alone will cause some serious commotion among the entrenched mass-geared brands.
Kelsi Dagger’s vision is to be truly in tune with girls who have their own personal style and want products to stir them emotionally, while not hurting them financially. Of course Kelsi Dagger is not for everybody–only those fearless enough to follow their dreams and lead by example.
Oh my Essie. Of course, this is my most favorite brand of nail polish. Ask any gal and she will tell you either OPI or Essie. I switch between Allure and Mademoiselle, but for this post Lilacism.
Founded by Essie Weingarten in 1981,the global brand is the ultimate color authority and the go-to nail brand. A luxury leader that blends the fashionable with the functional, the name Essie is known worldwide as a beauty trailblazer. Offering a growing line of nail colors, nail treatments, nail accessories, spa products, and lip glosses, Essie is unmatched in producing high-quality, on-trend beauty products.
After noticing a void in the nail color market, Weingarten took a gamble and went to Las Vegas. There,she capitalized on the specific needs of women working in the glitz and glam of the city – from cocktail waitresses to dealers, the women there had a particular need for manicured hands. After a successful trip, making her way through the city with samples of twelve different shades, Weingarten returned home with the hopes of bringing more choices of fashion-forward polishes to women everywhere. It was only a matter of days before the phones began ringing off the hook in demand of her fun, whimsically-named colors, which have now become a signature of the brand.
Today, essie has become synonymous with creativity and quality, boasting over 300 shades, (including cult favorites like Ballet Slippers, Mademoiselle, and Wicked), available in over 250,000 salons and spas in 95 countries.
J. Crew Rose Trellis Taryn Gown. A great new strapless silhouette that’s soft and romantic in floaty, to-the-floor chiffon, with a delicate crinkled texture (it drapes beautifully on the body, so it’s incredibly flattering too). With a twisted bodice and a softly pleated empire waist, it features a gorgeous floral print that’s perfect for weddings or warm-weather getaways. Silk. Back zip. A-line skirt. Fully lined. Falls to floor. Import. Dry clean. Catalog/jcrew.com only.
This over-sized Genesis Satchel by BE&D is extremely lightweight and perfect for carrying all your essentials-and more! Features push-lock hardware and chain detailing in the removable long shoulder/cross-body strap. Sized at 13″W x 12″H x 6″D with a 4″ drop for top handle and 16″ drop for long strap. Color: Citrus.
Founded in 1856 to combat Scotland’s rugged terrain and unpredictable weather, Hunter Boots has grown to provide footwear to people as diverse as World War soldiers, the British royal family, and modern fashionistas.
The iconic Hunter wellie boot has been produced continuously since 1955, and has been spotted on fab festival-goers like Kate Moss. Made with top-secret technology and the best new materials, Hunter boots always aim for fit, comfort, durability, and performance.
These tall rubber boots(maybe not quite lilac but from the family I’m sure) feature a buckled strap and logo tab. Woven nylon lining and cushioned foot-bed. 15″ shaft and 15.5″ circumference. Lug sole.
I have fallen in love with Old Navy lounge-wear.
One of my favorites, The Lightweight Pullover Hoodie. Lightweight jersey will keep you covered for active fun or laid-back lounging. Plunging V-neck makes it a great layering piece.
Don’t leave the Old Navy website without grabbing a pair of their Women’s Foldover Lounge Gauchos. These super-comfy pants are made even more so with the addition of a fold-over waistband. Sold in ORANGE!
This post wouldn’t be complete without a funky necklace. Strawberry Cheesecake Necklace from Anthropologie is perfect choice for any outfit.
Three decadent tiers of cream-swirled orbs and pale, juicy berries are finished with a lobster clasp. Metal, acrylic, 22″L, 3″W.
Orange is known as a power color, it’s also one of the healing colors. It’s said to increase the craving for food. It also stimulates enthusiasm and creativity. Orange means vitality with endurance. People who like orange are usually thoughtful and sincere. Lady luck’s color is orange. I have been told that if a change of any kind is needed in life, just burn an orange candle for 7 nights. Not sure I’d embark on that activity – major fire hazard.
We all know that anything purple has royalty associated with it. A mysterious color, purple is associated with both nobility and spirituality.
Make a bold statement this Summer and add a splash of orange and/or lilac to your wardrobe.
Smile,
Ashley
