Spring on So Much to Smile About

Spring on So Much to Smile Abouthttps://somuchtosmileabout.com/category/spring/Recent content in Spring on So Much to Smile AboutHugoen-usThu, 20 Sep 2012 15:18:48 +0000NYFW Spring Recaphttps://somuchtosmileabout.com/2012/09/nyfw-spring-recap/Thu, 20 Sep 2012 15:18:48 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2012/09/nyfw-spring-recap/<p>I promise this is the last NYFW post I’m planning, and definitely the last time you’ll hear me talk about spring collections until, well, spring! But I thought I’d quickly wrap things up before moving on entirely – you can catch <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/category/new-york-fashion-week/" target="_blank">all my NYFW coverage here</a>, including <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2012/09/christian-siriano-spring-2013/" target="_blank">Christian Siriano</a>, <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2012/09/mara-hoffman-spring-2013/" target="_blank">Mara Hoffman</a>, <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2012/09/rebecca-minkoff-spring-2013/" target="_blank">Rebecca Minkoff</a> and more! I also attended the Son Jung Wan, Herve Leger and Catherine Malandrino shows, but as my camera had died, figured I’d leave the reviews to the <a href="http://www.style.com/" target="_blank">pros</a>. Needless to say, it was a fantastic and crazy busy few days. Below are some of my highlights, plus my favorite spring 2013 trends!</p>Arch Rivalshttps://somuchtosmileabout.com/2012/03/arch-rivals/Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2012/03/arch-rivals/<p>One of my favorite things about the warmer weather is the return of spring sandals – finally, my toes can be out in the open again! And apparently this spring, it’s all about ankle straps and heels (<a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/03/spring-in-my-step/" target="_blank">last spring I was loving wedges</a>).</p> <p><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/arch.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;">1. <a href="http://rstyle.me/gdpqzsxbd" target="_blank">Diane von Furstenberg</a> ($398) / 2. <a href="http://rstyle.me/f9ktznxbd" target="_blank">Vera Wang</a> ($350) / 3. <a href="http://rstyle.me/g7e4nfxbd" target="_blank">Sam Edelman</a> ($140)<br /> 4. <a href="http://rstyle.me/g7xx93xbd" target="_blank">Nine West</a> ($88) / 5. <a href="http://rstyle.me/g77vnnxbd" target="_blank">J.W. Anderson</a> ($223) / 6. <a href="http://rstyle.me/g6xhisxbd" target="_blank">Hive & Honey</a> ($89)<br /> 7. <a href="http://rstyle.me/g7xkhbxbd" target="_blank">Franco Sarto</a> ($78) / 8. <a href="http://rstyle.me/f7727cxbd" target="_blank">Boutique 9 </a>($130) / 9. <a href="http://rstyle.me/g769tcxbd" target="_blank">See by Chloe</a> ($295)<br /> 10. <a href="http://rstyle.me/g6sizexbd" target="_blank">Kate Spade</a> ($328) / 11. <a href="http://rstyle.me/f9p86gxbd" target="_blank">Ivanka Trump</a> ($135) / 12. <a href="http://rstyle.me/f9qr8exbd" target="_blank">Michael Kors</a> ($250)<br /> 13. <a href="http://rstyle.me/g7xrtfxbd" target="_blank">Glint</a> ($72) / 14. <a href="http://rstyle.me/hczih2xbd" target="_blank">Nine West</a> ($89) / 15. <a href="http://rstyle.me/g7xg9dxbd" target="_blank">Sam Edelman</a> ($139) / 16. <a href="http://rstyle.me/x778xbd" target="_blank">Steve Madden</a> ($89)</p>Spring Trends At Neimanshttps://somuchtosmileabout.com/2012/02/spring-trends-at-neimans/Sun, 26 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2012/02/spring-trends-at-neimans/<p>Earlier this month <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2012/02/spring-beauty-trends/" target="_blank">I previewed the spring beauty trends</a> from <a href="http://rstyle.me/ad/fwpsxbd" target="_blank">Neiman Marcus</a>, and yesterday, I sat down to a <a href="http://instagr.am/p/HboAenDIxx/" target="_blank">breakfast </a>and overview of the spring trends across home, clothing, accessories and more. <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2012/02/spring-style-trends/" target="_blank">I’ve already talked about</a> some trends you can expect for spring (<a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2012/02/spring-style-trends/" target="_blank">neon, pale colors, aquatic/Atlantis and 20s/Gatsby inspiration</a>), but it can’t hurt to reexamine, right? Oh I can’t wait for warmer weather!</p> <p><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/spring-trend-nm.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <ol> <li>Maybe it’s a bold neon pink (my preference) or a shade more soft and pale, but pinks and corals are major colors for spring – good news for girly girls everywhere!</li> <li>Another color for spring will be <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/11/not-so-mellow-yellow/" target="_blank">yellow</a>, which Ken Downing has dubbed the “new neutral” – as an accent or head to toe, it’s the perfect sunny shade.</li> <li>Sports influences/scuba inspiration means wetsuit inspired dresses, sporty piping, baseball jackets and more.</li> <li>Tribal looks (a graphic melding of African and Art Deco) are another spring trend I’m loving – try prints, rich colors, and wood accessories for global glam!</li> <li>What would spring be with prints?! Obviously <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2012/01/floral-frenzy/" target="_blank">florals will be big</a>, but I also love watercolor prints, polka dots, and graphics. And don’t be afraid to mix prints!</li> <li>Speaking of prints, fancy pants (colorful and printed) are here and sticking around for spring. Love this!</li> <li>I’m typically a gold girl, but this spring might have to try out silver, especially for shoes. The modern metal is spring’s great equalizer for day and night!</li> <li>A clutch is always important, but especially for spring. Grab hold of this handbag trend in every color of the rainbow!</li> <li>I still love statement necklaces, but couldn’t be more excited for the return of bold, dramatic earrings. Wear colorful stones and dangling drops to make a statement.</li> <li><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2012/02/spring-beauty-trends/" target="_blank">The spring face</a>: try a pale pink pout and a face framing bold brow for a modern and feminine look.</li> </ol> <p>Shop the pieces above and the rest of the <a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/category.jsp?masterId=cat41020734&itemId=cat41540738&parentId=cat41500763" target="_blank">Neiman Marcus trends here</a>!</p>Spring Beauty Trendshttps://somuchtosmileabout.com/2012/02/spring-beauty-trends/Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:44:52 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2012/02/spring-beauty-trends/<p>We may still be in the middle of Fall/Winter fashion weeks, but it’s hard not to look forward to spring! Thankfully, last week I was invited to an event at <a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/index.jsp" target="_blank">Neiman Marcus</a> where we previewed the spring beauty trends and learned about the latest products and technologies from your favorite beauty and skincare lines. I love all the pinks, rose golds, bright oranges and amazing new skincare products out there!</p> <p><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/nm-beauty.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p>J. Crew Spring 2012https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/09/j-crew-spring-2012/Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/09/j-crew-spring-2012/<p>How much do you love the <a href="http://rstyle.me/ad/c3zaxbd" target="_blank">J.Crew</a> Spring 2012 collection?</p> <p><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/jcrew1.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <p><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/jcrew2.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <p><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/jcrew3.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;">These images and the rest of the looks available <a href="http://nymag.com/fashion/fashionshows/2012/spring/main/newyork/womenrunway/jcrew/" target="_blank">here</a>.</p> <p>Until I can buy everything above, here are some lovely <a href="http://rstyle.me/ad/c3zaxbd" target="_blank">J.Crew</a> pieces I want to buy right now: <a href="http://rstyle.me/ejkavnxbd" target="_blank">one</a>, <a href="http://rstyle.me/ejmee6xbd" target="_blank">two</a>, <a href="http://rstyle.me/ejk9ksxbd" target="_blank">three</a>, <a href="http://rstyle.me/ejkkxixbd" target="_blank">four</a>, <a href="http://rstyle.me/ejkg84xbd" target="_blank">five</a>.</p>Ulla Johnson Spring 2011https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/05/ulla-johnson-spring-2011/Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/05/ulla-johnson-spring-2011/<p>NYC designer <a href="http://www.ullajohnson.com/index.html" target="_blank">Ulla Johnson</a> bases her collections on “natural fibers, beautiful finishing, and proper fit” – and I want everything. How beautiful is this spring collection?</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/ulla-johnson.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.ullajohnson.com/spring11.php" target="_blank">images</a></p>Rainy Dayhttps://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/05/rainy-day/Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/05/rainy-day/<p>I’ll be the first to admit, with a <a href="http://www.weather.com/weather/tenday/USDC0001" target="_blank">forecast full of rain</a>, my outfits start to lack inspiration… I usually opt for a <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/02/such-great-stripes/" target="_blank">striped</a> tee, <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/03/crop-and-roll/" target="_blank">cropped pants</a> and a <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/03/what-a-style-icon-knows/" target="_blank">basic trench</a>. Which works – but I’m going to try to mix it up a bit!</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/marina-larroude.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/rainy-day.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.garancedore.fr/en/2011/04/11/petit-pull-longues-jambes/" target="_blank">Image</a> / 1. <a href="http://www1.bloomingdales.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=493066&cm_mmc=Froogle-_-n-_-n-_-n" target="_blank">Burberry umbrella</a> / 2. <a href="http://www.farfetch.com/shopping/women/cat-necklaces/item10088436.aspx" target="_blank">Decotiis necklace</a> / 3. <a href="http://www.lagarconne.com/store/item.htm?itemid=10700&sid=20&pid=" target="_blank">Thakoon shirt</a> /<br /> 4. <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/114623" target="_blank">Tibi trench coat</a> / 5. <a href="http://www.farfetch.com/shopping/women/dresses/item10087035.aspx" target="_blank">Diane von Furstenberg dress</a> / 6. <a href="http://www.farfetch.com/shopping/women/skirts/item10074123.aspx" target="_blank">Carven skirt</a> /<br /> 7. <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/48145" target="_blank">Jimmy Choo for Hunter</a> / 8. <a href="http://www.chanel.com/en_US/fragrance-beauty/Makeup-Lipstick-ROUGE-COCO-SHINE-119570" target="_blank">Chanel Rouge Coco lipstick</a> / 9. <a href="http://piperlime.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=35987&vid=1&pid=836446&scid=836446012" target="_blank">Auri sandals</a></p>Mango Color & Stripeshttps://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/05/mango-color-stripes/Wed, 04 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/05/mango-color-stripes/<p>Anyone else completely obsessed with <a href="http://shop.mango.com/preHome.faces" target="_blank">Mango’s</a> latest lookbook? Such a perfect mix of <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/03/window-shopping-topshop/" target="_blank">bright color</a> and bold <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/02/such-great-stripes/" target="_blank">stripes</a> – two of my spring/summer favorites!</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/mango-spring-summer.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://fashiongonerogue.com/eniko-mihalik-mango/" target="_blank">images</a></p>May Dayhttps://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/04/may-day/Sat, 30 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/04/may-day/<p>I can’t believe that tomorrow is already May! I feel like April absolutely flew by. Thankfully, I think the warm weather is finally here to stay and there’s lots to look forward to this month (exciting announcements, spring shopping…). Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend!</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/mayday.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;">1. <a href="http://www.my-wardrobe.com/halston-heritage/swing-asymmetric-cocktail-dress-877351" target="_blank">Halston Heritage Dress</a> / 2. <a href="http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/11719/en/zara-S2011/61148/199464/NECKLACE%2BOF%2BTHREADED%2BSTONES" target="_blank">Zara Necklace</a> / 3. <a href="http://www.my-wardrobe.com/dkny/blue-washed-silk-trouser-131527" target="_blank">DKNY Pants</a> / 4. <a href="http://www.theoutnet.com/product/77687" target="_blank">DKNY T-shirt</a> / 5. <a href="http://www.my-wardrobe.com/kors-by-michael-kors/metallic-rebecca-python-shoes-117442" target="_blank">Kors Michael Kors Shoes</a> / 6. <a href="http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/11719/en/zara-S2011/61145/271084/MESSENGER%2BBAG%2BWITH%2BDOUBLE%2BFLAP" target="_blank">Zara Messenger Bag</a> / 7. <a href="http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/11719/en/zara-S2011/61144/334020/HIGH%2BHEELED%2BPOINTED%2BCOURT%2BSHOE" target="_blank">Zara High Heeled Shoe</a> / 8. <a href="http://www.modcloth.com/Womens/Dresses/-Wing-Along-Dress" target="_blank">Wing Along Dress</a> / 9. <a href="http://www.my-wardrobe.com/splendid/black-jersey-maxi-skirt-112933" target="_blank">Splendid Jersey Maxi Skirt</a> / 10. <a href="http://www.madewell.com/newarrivals/accessories/PRDOVR~27118/27118.jsp" target="_blank">Madewell Panama Hat</a>/ 11. <a href="http://us.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33060&storeId=13052&productId=2242204&langId=-1&sort_field=Relevance&categoryId=208710&parent_categoryId=208582&pageSize=20" target="_blank">Topshop Scarf</a></p>Style Crush: Taylor Tomasihttps://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/04/style-crush-taylor-tomasi/Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/04/style-crush-taylor-tomasi/<p><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/5604910965_5a7ee75c26_o.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/taylor-tomasi-hill.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/5604911095_6bc5f05dd7_o.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://songofstyle.blogspot.com/2011/04/taylor-tomasi.html" target="_blank">one</a>, <a href="http://carolinesmode.com/stockholmstreetstyle/art/207797/taylor_tomasi/" target="_blank">two</a>, <a href="http://www.garancedore.fr/en/2011/03/25/taylor-2/" target="_blank">three</a>, <a href="http://vanessajackman.blogspot.com/2011/04/paris-fashion-week-aw-2011taylor.html" target="_blank">four</a>, <a href="http://www.garancedore.fr/en/2011/03/25/taylor-2/" target="_blank">five</a>, <a href="http://songofstyle.blogspot.com/2011/04/taylor-tomasi.html" target="_blank">six</a></p> <p>Forget <a href="http://www.refinery29.com/red-flag-blake-lively-is-the-latest-celeb-to-go-red" target="_blank">Blake Lively</a> – my favorite redhead will always be Taylor Tomasi Hill.</p> <p>p.s. need a clutch like Taylor’s beloved blue one? See <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/03/hold-me-close/" target="_blank">this previous post</a>.</p> <p>p.p.s. want to see who else I’ve crushed on? See previous posts on <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/04/style-crush-elin-kling/" target="_blank">Elin Kling</a>, <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/03/style-crush-katherine-power/" target="_blank">Katherine Power</a>, <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/02/style-crush-3/" target="_blank">Erica Domesek</a>, <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/02/style-crush-2/" target="_blank">Hilary Duff</a> and <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/02/style-crush/" target="_blank">Rachel Bilson</a>.</p>A.P.C. Lookshttps://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/04/a-p-c/Tue, 19 Apr 2011 14:03:45 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/04/a-p-c/<p>Loving these spring/summer looks from <a href="http://usonline.apc.fr/catalog/" target="_blank">A.P.C.</a> – did <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/04/sunday-summer-style/" target="_blank">I mention</a> I can’t wait to wear shorts?</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/apc4.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/apc22.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;">See more <a href="http://usonline.apc.fr/catalog/products/collection/womens" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>My Travel Essentialshttps://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/04/my-travel-essentials/Tue, 12 Apr 2011 17:17:57 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/04/my-travel-essentials/<p>In just a few hours I’ll be on my way to America’s Dairyland (aka Wisconsin)! Here is everything I need when I travel, outside of my suitcase… (that’s another story).</p> <p><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/travel-essentials.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <ol> <li>A soft, slouchy tee (<a href="http://www.shopbop.com/alexander-wang/br/v=1/2534374302154352.htm" target="_blank">T by Alexander Wang</a> is my absolute favorite, <a href="http://www.my-wardrobe.com/james-perse/taupe-grey-drop-shoulder-short-sleeve-tee-814391?img=-1" target="_blank">James Perse is also wonderful</a>, but pricey)</li> <li>A warm colorful scarf (<a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/106059" target="_blank">love this DVF one</a>)</li> <li>Sunglasses (I don’t go anywhere without my <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/41550" target="_blank">Ray-Ban Wayfarers</a>)</li> <li>A magazine (how gorgeous does Reese look on the cover of May’s <a href="http://www.vogue.com/" target="_blank">Vogue</a>?)</li> <li>Comfortable jeans (in winter I’d wear my black jeggings because they are so comfortable, but I like something <a href="http://www.my-wardrobe.com/nudie-jeans/worn-shady-long-john-skinny-jean-437701" target="_blank">lighter for spring</a>)</li> <li>A large tote (I’m obsessed with my <a href="http://www.shopbop.com/botkier/br/v=1/2534374302024502.htm" target="_blank">Botkier</a>, but this <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/98871" target="_blank">Vanessa Bruno</a> is great too)</li> <li>A good book (planning to start <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Ghost-Wars-Afghanistan-Invasion-September/dp/1594200076" target="_blank">Ghost Wars</a> this trip)</li> <li>A light jacket (I have a great Nine West that looks just like <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/104154" target="_blank">this Helmut Lang</a>)</li> <li>My iPhone (I have close to 3,000 songs on mine – am currently listening to Mumford & Sons, Ray LaMontagne, Florence + the Machine, Diana Ross, Adele, The Tallest Man On Earth and Herbie Hancock)</li> <li>Flats (my favorite are nude ballet flats – would love these <a href="http://www.my-wardrobe.com/bloch/plain-stretch-ballet-pump-767241" target="_blank">Blochs</a>)</li> <li>Eyeliner (I like to retouch when I land and <em>nothing </em>is better than <a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml;jsessionid=TDUTND33OIUSCCV0KSIA5UQ?id=P249609&shouldPaginate=true&categoryId=3976" target="_blank">this NARS eyeliner pen</a>, I promise! Instant glam…)</li> <li>Lipstick (I haven’t tried the <a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P282501&categoryId=S10601&shouldPaginate=true" target="_blank">Dior Addict lipstick</a> yet, but I’m dying to)</li> </ol> <p>What do you think? Did I miss anything? What are <em>your </em>go-to airport and travel essentials?</p>DC Goodwill Fashionistahttps://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/04/dc-goodwill-fashionista/Fri, 08 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/04/dc-goodwill-fashionista/<p>Hi friends! Today I’m guest blogging for <a href="http://www.fashionofgoodwill.org/blog/" target="_blank">DC Goodwill Fashionista</a>, a wonderful blog that showcases the best in vintage and contemporary fashions, plus shopping tips and trends from across the Internet.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.fashionofgoodwill.org/blog/"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <blockquote> <p style="text-align: left;">I know what you’re thinking (cue Miranda Priestly in the Devil Wears Prada): “Florals? For spring? Groundbreaking.” Yes, yes, springtime floral prints may not be a new idea, but there is a reason they are so popular this time of year. After a long winter, what better way to brighten up your wardrobe than with some feminine, floral prints?</p>Bold Stripeshttps://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/04/bold-stripes/Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/04/bold-stripes/<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/bold-stripes.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Stockholmstreetstyle/~3/5h5Stia7eHE/" target="_blank">one</a>, <a href="http://musingsinfemininity.tumblr.com/post/4340904046" target="_blank">two</a>, <a href="http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/SecretsOfDomesticBliss/~3/UYJMI94GR6w/fashion-meets-decor-art-of-mixing.html" target="_blank">three</a>, <a href="http://tumblr.elle.com/post/4234195686" target="_blank">four</a></p>Dolan Springhttps://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/04/dolan-spring/Tue, 05 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/04/dolan-spring/<p>I seriously want all of Dolan’s spring collection – so comfy/chic and perfect for this rainy/dreary day. Do you see those sequin shorts? Those would totally brighten up my day. Check out <a href="http://www.shopdolan.com/collection?c=d_spring_11" target="_blank">Dolan</a> and shop some of their pieces <a href="http://www.revolveclothing.com/Brands.jsp?c=dolan&d=Womens" target="_blank">here</a>.</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/dolan.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Images via <a href="http://www.shopdolan.com/collection?c=d_spring_11" target="_blank">Dolan</a></p>Smythe Springhttps://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/03/smythe-spring/Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/03/smythe-spring/<p>It’s been a busy week trying to get caught up on work/life/blog/laundry after my weekend in Wisconsin – but these looks from Smythe really made me stop and smile! How cute are they? I think my next purchase will be something with <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/03/happy-friday-10/" target="_blank">elbow patches</a>. Adorable.<br /> <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/smythe-spring.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Images via <a href="http://www.smythelesvestes.com/collections/spring-2011" target="_blank">Smythe</a></p>Blanco Spring 2011https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/03/blanco-spring-2011/Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/03/blanco-spring-2011/<p>I just discovered Blanco thanks to <a href="http://www.hiphipgingin.com/2011/03/24/blanco/" target="_blank">Hip Hip Gin Gin</a> and I’m already in love! Perfectly nautical and springy, I’m dying over the stripes and prints and mix-matching that looks so put together and yet so relaxed. <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/03/touch-of-pink/" target="_blank">I’ll repeat myself</a> – where ARE you spring?!</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/blanco.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;">Images via <a href="http://www.blanco.com/#/woman_lookbook/" target="_blank">Blanco</a></p>Touch Of Pinkhttps://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/03/touch-of-pink/Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/03/touch-of-pink/<p><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/03/spring-in-dc/" target="_blank">I spoke too soon</a>. Where are you spring?!</p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/touch-of-pink.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://jaclynpaige.tumblr.com/post/4151526120" target="_blank">one</a>, <a href="http://musingsinfemininity.tumblr.com/post/4154003715" target="_blank">two</a>, <a href="http://carolinesmode.com/stockholmstreetstyle/" target="_blank">three</a>, <a href="http://glamour.tumblr.com/post/3750146562/camel-leopard-print-shocking-pink-the" target="_blank">four</a></p>For The Boyshttps://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/03/for-the-boys/Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/03/for-the-boys/<p>Even though female fashion is my main interest, my male readers/friends keep asking for a post for them – and I have to say, a well-dressed man <em>does </em>make me smile (right, ladies?). Luckily, the online shopping site <a href="http://www.mrporter.com/" target="_blank">Mr. Porter</a>, <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/" target="_blank">Net-a-Porter</a>‘s male counterpart, launched last month and inspired me to finally put something together for the boys. And, oh, the man that shops here will be a good looking man. In addition to <a href="http://www.mrporter.com/Shop/Clothing/All?image_view=outfit&pn=1" target="_blank">putting together outfits</a>, Mr. Porter also has <a href="http://www.mrporter.com/styledirectory/styleadvice" target="_blank">style advice</a>, how-to manuals, <a href="http://www.mrporter.com/am/journal.mrp?feature=journal_issue4feature1" target="_blank">articles</a>, <a href="http://www.mrporter.com/styledirectory/stylepedia/a" target="_blank">a glossary</a>, and a great new list of the top <a href="http://www.mrporter.com/am/essentials.mrp" target="_blank">32 classic items every man should own</a> for spring and summer. Below are just a few of my picks off that list, which includes essential items like the blue suit, trench, blue blazer, grey trousers, chinos, sweaters and more. Keep in mind if the prices are a bit high, you can apply the same style advice and find similar items at stores like <a href="http://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/division.do?cid=5343" target="_blank">Banana Republic</a>, <a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/subDivision.do?cid=5065" target="_blank">Gap</a>, and <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/mens-clothing.jsp" target="_blank">J.Crew</a>. So get shopping, guys, and make the ladies smile!</p>It’s A Long Storyhttps://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/03/its-a-long-story/Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000https://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/03/its-a-long-story/<p>I posted previously on <a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/2011/02/take-the-plunge/" target="_blank">maxi skirts</a>, but for those of you (you know who you are!) who are looking for maxi dresses, here are some great options (all under $100). <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/category.jsp?id=CLOTHES-DRESSES-LONG&popId=CLOTHES-DRESSES=&templateType=D&startValue=1&itemCount=-1&displayNumber=8&viewAllOnOnePage=yes&_DARGS=/anthro/catalog/common/highlited_itemcount.jsp_A&_DAV=true&_dynSessConf=2669889782468432655" target="_blank">Anthropologie</a> also has some cute choices if you don’t mind spending a bit more.</p> <p><a href="http://somuchtosmileabout.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/maxi-dresses.jpg"><span class="lost-photo" role="img" aria-label="photograph not archived">photograph not archived</span></a></p> <ol> <li><a href="http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog_name=FOREVER21&category_name=dress&product_id=2000007061&Page=1" target="_blank">Tank dress from Forever21</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.shopnastygal.com/products/new/clothing/dresses/Fletcher-Maxi-Dress.html" target="_blank">Fletcher dress from NastyGal</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.shopnastygal.com/products/new/clothing/dresses/Chiffon-Maxi-Dress-%252d-Nude.html" target="_blank">Chiffon dress from NastyGal</a></li> <li><a href="http://us.asos.com/Gestuz/Gestuz-Racer-Back-Jersey-Maxi-Dress/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1405118&cid=9979&sh=0&pge=0&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Black" target="_blank">Jersey dress from Asos</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.shopnastygal.com/products/new/clothing/dresses/Tribal-Maxi-Dress.html" target="_blank">Tribal dress from NastyGal</a></li> <li><a href="http://us.asos.com/Selected-Femme/Selected-Femme-Sleeveless-Jersey-Maxi-Dress/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=1524979&cid=9979&sh=0&pge=1&pgesize=20&sort=-1&clr=Countrified" target="_blank">Jersey dress from Asos</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.shopnastygal.com/products/new/clothing/dresses/Button-Up-Maxi-Dress.html" target="_blank">Button up dress from NastyGal</a> (<em>almost </em>under $100)</li> <li><a href="http://www.shopnastygal.com/products/new/clothing/dresses/Colorblock-Maxi-Dress-.html" target="_blank">Colorblock dress from NastyGal</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog_name=FOREVER21&category_name=dress&product_id=2000007057&Page=1&pgcount=100" target="_blank">Striped dress from Forever21</a></li> </ol> <p>p.s. while you’re shopping, don’t forget about Japan and others who still need help…</p>