Fresh Picks to Follow – Connect the Dots

Fresh Picks to Follow – Pastel Pretty

In my opinion, macaroon inspired pastels always signifies the start of spring and I’m really looking forward to this season.  Pastels are a fashion staple that you can find just about anywhere to complete or revamp your spring wardrobe.  Various shades of mint, light pink, lilac, baby blue and lemon are feminine, flattering for all body types.  For this week’s Fresh Picks to Follow, here are my top 10 ways to make your mark with this season’s key trend.  Are you looking forward to wearing pastels?

Today, I’m linking up with AV’s Friday's Fancies over on Long Distance Loving.  If you like what you see here, check AV’s blog for more pretty pastel ideas.  

1. HUGO - Light Pastel Pink Karline Dress…$375.00

2. Ann Taylor - Smocked Keyhole Peasant Top…$58.00

3. Anthropologie - Eyelet Crops…$118.00

4. Anthropologie - Masque Geo Sandals…$128.00

5. J.Crew - Pastel and Neon Statement Necklace…$165.00

6. Dorothy Perkins - Pastel Cocktail Ring…$17.00

7. Tory Burch - Robinson Spectator Double Zip Tote…$595.00

8. ALDO - Proa…$40.00

9. Threads 4 Thought - Pastel Colorblock Tee…$58.00

10. Catherine Malandrino - Sunrise Stroke Print Dress...$265.00

Fresh Picks to Follow – Feeling Lucky?

With St. Patrick's Day just around the corner, I’ve collected some inspiring Irish-themed clothing and accessories to show your spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched.  For this week’s Fresh Picks to Follow, here are my top 10 ways to wear green for St. Patrick’s Day.  Do you have any favorite shamrock pieces?  Let me know in the comments.

Today, I’m linking up with AV’s Friday's Fancies over on Long Distance Loving.  If you like what you see here, check AV’s blog for more lucky inspired ideas.  

1. Charlotte Russe - St. Patrick's Day Graphic Tank…$17.99

2. Nike - St. Pats Deep V (Mlb Yankees)…$32.00

3. Alice + Olivia - Steffie Wedge Sandal Green Snake…$325.00

4 Coach - Signature C Shamrock Key Ring…$48.00

5. AG Jeans - Stilt Jean…$168.00

6. Tuleste Market - Shamrock Stud Earrings…$50.00

7. Black Halo - 'Jackie' Belted Gabardine Sheath Dress…$345.00

8. M Missoni – Cotton-Blend Jacquard Dress…$995.00

9. Juicy Couture - Leni Charm Convertible Leather Crossbody…$159.99

10. Amrita Singh - Heidi Stretch Bracelet…$100.00

Fresh Picks to Follow – Lace Love

I’m happy that we will be springing ahead into spring in a couple of days.  I’m sure that it can’t come soon enough for my friends in cold weather states.  My favorite part of the time change is that we get a little more daylight hours than before.  Anyways, my Fresh Picks to Follow for this week is all about one big trend that you should expect to see a lot of this spring, which is lace.  This delicate fabric always seems to make a way back on the fashion scene each season and I love it.  For this week’s Fresh Picks to Follow, here are my top 10 ways to spend those lacy days of spring.  Do you have any favorite lace pieces?  Let me know in the comments.

1. Ann Taylor - Floral Lace Pencil Skirt…$98.00

2. Topshop - Eyelash Lace Shell Top…$32.00

3. Milly - Elbow Sleeve Dress…$424.00

4. Anthropologie - Accordance Lace Romper…$168.00

5. Zara - Lace Dress…$35.90

6. J.Crew - Neon Lace Pumps…$298.00

7. Anthropologie - Hazel Peplum Dress…$168.00

8. Diane Von Furstenberg - Zarita Lace Dress…$325.00

9. Banana Republic - Geo Lace Top…$55.00

10. Sabine - Lace Tee…$69.00

Today, I’m linking up with AV’s Friday's Fancies over on Long Distance Loving.  If you like what you see here, check AV’s blog for more lovely lacy ideas.  

Fresh Picks to Follow – Red Carpet Ready!

For this week’s Fresh Picks to Follow, I linked up with AV’s Friday’s Fancies in preparation for the Oscars.  I wanted to find some dresses that would fit the spirit of the Oscars, but at a semi-affordable price.  All of theses dresses are under $500.00.  So, for this week’s Fresh Picks to Follow, here are my top 10 dresses that will get anyone woman red carpet ready. Do have any favorites?  Do any of you plan to watch the Oscars on Sunday?  Let me know in the comments.

1. Sue Wong - Antique Beaded Empire Feather Gown…$428.00

2. Dalia Macphee - One Shoulder Ruffle Gown…$348.00

3. Tadashi Shoji - One Shoulder Lace Gown…$388.00

4. Laundry by Shelli Segal - Strapless Gown – Shirred…$345.00

5. Nicole Miller - Felicity Stretch Jersey Gown…$420.00

6. Aidan Mattox - Strapless Gown - Sequin Hi Low…$290.00

7. BCBGMAXAZRIA - 'Anitra' Satin & Jersey Halter Gown…$468.00

8. JKARA - Beaded Flutter-Sleeve Gown…$279.99

9. Mark + James by Badgley Mischka - Sequined Gown…$395.00

10. Alberto Makali - Taffeta Woven Jewel Embellished Strapless Gown…$263.20

Fresh Picks to Follow – Red+Pink

For this week’s Fresh Picks to Follow, I linked up with AV’s Friday’s Fancies because I was too busy to   think of a topic for this week.  Just because Valentine’s day is over, it doesn’t mean you can’t deck yourself out in reds and pinks.  For this week’s Fresh Picks to Follow, here are my top 10 ways to wear this unique pink and red color combination. What do you guys think about wearing these colors together? Let me know in the comments.

1. Big Buddha - Stripe Tech Gloves…$28.00

2. P.A.R.O.S.H - Striped Shift Dress…$485.58

3. Anthropologie - Dipped Rope Necklace…$298.00

4. American Apparel - Baby Rib 3/4 Sleeve Raglan…$22.00

5. Missoni - Dégradé Sheath Dress…$1520.00

6. Kate Spade - Colorblock Tiff Dress…$358.00

7. Gap - Essential Striped Rib Tank…$19.95

8. Echo - Tech Hat…$45.00

9. Alexander McQueen - Red/Pink Wrap Scarf Bracelet…$295.00

10. J. Crew - Pixilated Houndstooth Skirt…$148.00