Fresh Picks to Follow - Beach Bound

I didn’t get to post this yesterday, but here is my Friday Fresh Picks to Follow for the week.   In a few weeks, I’ll be headed down to Miami Beach for my family reunion.  I’m super excited to spend that time hanging out on the beach by day and going to the clubs at night with my cousins.  We have big plans in place.  I want to get some new items for my trip, but my problem is that I want everything.   I think that I have narrowed it down to a few key items that I must have this summer.  Here are my top 10 picks for this Friday’s Fresh Picks to Follow.   

1. Old Navy - Tie-Dyed Sarongs…$14.99

2. Victoria Secret - Push-Up Halter Tankini Top and Low Rise Bottom…$36.00 & $21.00

3. Echo Design - Bold Stripe Floppy Hat…$38.00

4. Gap - Strapless Print Maxi Dress…$89.99

5. Anthropologie - Off-Duty Aviators…$28.00

6. White House/Black Market - Striped Halter Bikini Top and Bikini Bottom…$46.00 & $38.00

7. Gap - Crochet Tank…$59.95

8. Endless - Mar Y Sol Praia Tote…$79.00

9. Old Navy - Patterned Sandals…$9.50

10. J. Crew - Farmer's Market Tote…$42.50

OXOX Natasha

The Farmer’s Market

I love going to the farmer’s market on Saturday mornings and picking up fresh produce and flowers.   Do you guys wake up extra early to buy some goodies?  I used to go every weekend when I lived in Virginia because the market was only 3 blocks away from my apartment.  I loved all of the fresh organic fruits and vegetables and all of the tasty samples that were given out. 

         

I don’t know if you have seen these yet, but Anthropologie has a few kitchen items that are perfect displays for your farmer’s market treats.   There is a Farmer’s Market Basket that comes in a Large Square for $20.00 and a Small Square for $14.00.  There is also a Farmer’s Market Oval Basket for $28.00.   And last but not least, my favorite item is Farmer's Egg Crate.  The egg crate sells for $14.00 and comes in sky blue and white.   All of these items were cast in stoneware from real containers.  I love all of these pieces because they also serve double duty.  They could be used in the kitchen and in the bedroom/closet.  I’ve seen several fashion bloggers use the egg crate as a jewelry holder for smaller items like earrings and necklaces.  It’s such a great idea.  Do you plan on getting any of these Farmer’s Market containers?

OXOX Natasha

Fitting Room Reviews: Signs of Summer (Part II)

Here is Part II of my fitting room reviews.  I tried on a few some random pieces in addition to the many dresses that I posted in Part I.  What do you ladies have your eye on this summer?  Let me know!

Anthropologie – The Gathering Tank…$48.00

I love, love, love this top!  This is another great t-shirt from Anthro.  I definitely plan on buying a few colors in this top through out the summer.  I tried this Deletta shirt on in a small (S) and it was TTS.  The fabric was just enough weight for the summer.   The colors are vibrant, the fit is flattering, the pleating is fantastic and the quality is excellent.  I just noticed that Anthro added the turquoise color.  This color is definitely coming home with me soon – I think that this color will sell out quickly.

Anthropologie – After Plaited Tank…$48.00

Since I live in Florida, I naturally have a ton of tank tops, but I have nothing quite like this one.  This tank top is so unique and comfortable.  I tried this on in a small (S) and I fell in love with the woven details on the back.  This tank only comes in a few colors.  It comes in the basics – white, grey and black and there’s a yellow striped tank.    I really hope that this one comes out in a few more colors for the summer.  

Anthropologie – Nouveau Rose Skirt …$49.95 (was $98.00)

I bought this skirt in a medium (M) and I think it’s pretty true to size.   Some of the online reviewers mention that the skirt is hard to get around the hips and I agree.  I just decided to get the medium and it worked our fine for me.  The floral bloom pattern on this skirt is lovely and the colors are actually navy and cream.   This fabric is polyester with a polyester liner.  This skirt is a pull on skirt that can be dressed up and down.  It’s a great skirt for the summer and fall. 

Anthropologie – Joe's Flare Trousers…$141.00

I wasn’t really looking for jeans, but I had to try these on when I saw them – they were exquisite.  The fabric on these jeans is very lightweight and feels like chambray.  These jeans are perfect for the summer.  I’m not sure if these jeans are true to size.  These jeans appear to look like a wide leg jean so you may be able to go down a size.  I’m curvy on the bottom and the size 29 worked perfectly for me.  I tried it on with this white top, but I can’t find the top on the website.  Do any of you know the name of it?

OXOX Natasha