The Basic Three

Spring is that great time when some days might be warm and other days might be cooler. I have been really watching what I spend because I am saving up for a lovely September vacation but a girl still needs to update her wardrobe, correct?

I've narrowed down three basic pieces that one can consider investments during this season.

The Draped Cardigan. You can find them nearly anywhere these days from high end to Target to Macy's. I have been steadily collecting them in a few basic colors. I have them now in black, gray, white and wheat color. But I've been really considering getting it in a non-neutral tone just to spice things up. This cardigan will save you from what I like to refer to as 'over thinking the outfit'. From skinny jeans and flats or cinching the waist with a belt over the cardigan and a dress underneath, you can use this for nearly anything.

Versatile - The Cardigan by isabellecs featuring Splendid tops

The Basic Trench Coat. I bought my first one some years ago and I've had it since and then this year while perusing thrift stores I found a fabulous one for $19! Since then I am convinced that I need to use it all the time. Plus it's perfect for rainy days, keeps you dry and warm. Note, these can also be used on top of lace underwear to surprise boyfriend/husband to GREAT effects.

Versatile - The Trench by isabellecs featuring Carvela shoes

 
The Jean Shirt. Now this is a new one for me. For starters I had to mule over how this piece would fit into my seemingly "dressy" look. I'll be honest, I dont 'dress down' much. I own one pair of sneakers and those are used to work out. I dont own sweatshirts and the only article of clothing I steal from my bf is his dress shirts which I love cinching with a belt. Yet after thinking it over I discovered that I quite like it if done tastefully. Now, be it that you're a rocker-goddess or a conservative like me this can definitely work for you.

Versatile - Jean Shirt by isabellecs featuring Jessica Simpson shoes

Elle: Lacey-Affair

I'm going to try to be better than update my blog daily... I've been neglecting it so I promise to try. So on with the show...

I think it's not big secret that I love all things girly and feminine.So you can imagine my drooling campaign when I saw this new Elle editorial. I've been behind on my magazine reading but I opened to this sweet surprise.

Lace, lace and MORE lace! Sweet things that look like they belong in a candy shop! The ballerina flats, the lacey bras, the silken pants <3 <3 <3

The trick, of course, is how to wear it in the everyday life :) That's when I come in. (forgive my choppy scan, I'm not exactly known for my technical skills)

How to use these? The trick is not going overboard with the lace, select an item of clothing or a couple of accessories. Dont dress from head to toe in lace because you'll look like me, circa 1994. It was not a good time.

Dress with Lace - Casual by isabellecs featuring TopShop

Dress with Lace - Dressed Up by isabellecs featuring TopShop

Dress with Lace - Party by isabellecs featuring Miss Selfridge dresses

Editorial: Love that Beige!

I really wanted to scan these because they're so pretty! But since I'm not home a picture will have to do! If you can, get yourself a copy of this month's W because this editorial is just beautiful. The first like seven pages are nudes and nudes only which makes me want to wear nudes until I tire of them.

How to nude it up?

Party-Mode

items listing @ Polyvore


Relaxing - Everyday - Mode

item listing @ Polyvore

Isn't it fun? It's very romantic and soft.