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Last year, I was on the phone with my friend Brigitte and told her I was thinking about buying this block-printed kaftan from one of my favorite Indian brands, Anokhi. She replied, “I feel like you’d be living your best life in that.” Which is exactly how I felt wearing it at the beach this past week with my new Virage Threader Hoop Earrings in rose gold.
Last weekend we went camping at the beach (well technically, the bay beach) and it seemed like the perfect opportunity to put on my favorite black and white dress and take a few pictures of my new Verdant Threader Hoop Earrings in 14-kt gold filled.
My trip to Florida gave me the chance to put some of my newer jewelry designs through their paces – like the Petite Madeleine necklace in silver!
I wasn’t kidding when I said you can expect to see this hat popping up more often. Not only does it make the most fun photo prop, but I love how it makes my Contra Ring pop!
If you’ve been hanging around here for a while, you might have spotted my love for (obsession with) Nickichicki hats this past winter. It’s pretty safe to say that, at least during winter, I’ve officially become a hat person. And now, thanks to this black straw hat I picked up last week, I might officially become a summer hat person too!
Especially when that hat works so well with my favorite summer jewelry combo of the Giant Silver on Steel Circle Earrings and a Contra Pendant. (And definitely expect to see this hat popping up with a few other outfit/jewelry combinations as well! I’m obsessed!)
I mentioned before how much I love the way the Contra and Silver on Steel collections play together without being too matchy-matchy. And while I love the ring and bracelet combo from this post, my ultimate favorite summer combination is the Giant Circle Earrings and a Contra Pendant. Especially when paired with a graphic black and white dress!
I actually took these pics much earlier in the spring (and obviously right after I got my hair done, if only it stayed that good all the time) but I’m only getting around to posting them now. (Which makes sense, because this is definitely a summer look!)
After the one dress challenge, I’ve learned that some of my all time favorite outfits involve high waisted midi skirts, and I decided that shouldn’t stop now that summer is here. This outfit is my attempt to do a little pattern mixing (while staying in my favorite color palette). Who says you can’t make grey work in the summer? Plus, I’m obsessed with the way this Contra Composition necklace looks with this shirt! (Necklace available in my online store.)
When I first re-introduced my silver on steel collection, I started with the same sizes I had used in the original collection. But, true to form, I immediately found myself craving larger styles. And nowhere was that more true than in earrings.
While I may be a necklace girl most of the year, summer has me craving statement earrings. There’s just something nice about a statement accessory that doesn’t cling to you in the heat!
So I set out to create pretty much my perfect summer statement earrings, and I think I pretty much hit it out of the park with these giant silver on steel statement earrings. They’re super lightweight, full of impact, and incredibly unique.
Plus, they work with so many different summer styles, I’ve worn them with dresses and running shorts, and they work equally well with both! (And if you want your own pair, they’re available now in my online store.)
I have to admit that I originally found it hard to get on board with the whole jumpsuit thing. But like pretty much any other piece in your wardrobe, it just comes down to finding one that’s cut in a way that’s right for your body type. (For me, that means a jumpsuit with a little more room in the middle, since I don’t have a clearly defined waste.) So if you’ve resisted jumpsuits because they “don’t work with your body,” I’d highly recommend giving a few a try. You might be surprised at how much you love them when you find one that works for you!
1/ culotte jumpsuit // 2/ mocal statement earrings // 3/ straw clutch // 4/ round sunglasses // 5/ denim espadrilles
I love it when an outfit manages to be simple (and comfortable) and still look chic at the same time, and this look certainly fits the bill. A breezy skirt and simple tank keeps you cool on even the hottest days, and a serious pair of statement earrings add visual interest. (Without needing to worry about jewelry sticking to your skin.)
1/ v-neck cami // 2/ volta skirt // 3/ mocal statement earrings // 4/ crossbody bag // 5/ mixed metal stacking rings // 6/ t-strap sandal