Blushing Rose Quartz Linen

I can't remember what this color is called this year:

Is it still blush?  In Spring 2013 Pantone called it Linen.  This Spring, they called it Rose Quartz.



I've decided to split the difference and call it Blushing Rose Quartz Linen:

Yes.  Blushing Rose Quartz Linen, paired with cream and leopard:

Cardigan: thrifted (similar)  Blouse: LOFT (similar)
Skirt: thrifted vintage (similar)  Sandals: Kate Spade New York

That totally explains this look.



Happy Wednesday, All!

Gracey

Five for Friday: Peach Echo

Now that it's finally, truly, summer, I am looking to wear more summery colors.  Colors like coral, or, as Pantone likes to call it, Peach Echo.  And I figured that I haven't done a Five for Friday post recently, so I thought I'd do one for Coral, I mean Peach Echo (but really, I mean Coral and I suspect Pantone does too).

Here my current five favorite Coral Peach Echo pieces for this summer:

1. Target Women's Floppy Hat - Hats are a great way to protect yourself from the sun.  And cute, striped, floppy hats are the best way to protect yourself from the sun.  That's science.

2. Wayf Blouson Midi Dress - Lightweight, gorgeous color, midi length, this dress has it all.  It would be perfect for a summer wedding.

3. Kate Spade New York Kensley Sandals - Neutral sandals with a coral heel?  Yes, please!  It's a bit spendy, but I think it's worth it.

4. Old Navy Mid-Rise Pixie Pants - These pants are fantastic for the office in the summer.  And, they are available in Tall as well as Regular and Petite sizes, so, yay!

5. Banana Republic Mixed Media Earrings - I have these in a navy/turquoise colorway and they are awesome in person.  They are big and bold and perfect for a summer date night!


What about you, Reader Friends?  What's your favorite Peach Echo piece?


Happy Friday, All!

Gracey

Diplomacy

My skirt is navy, not black:

Why does this matter?  Because, the Pittsburgh Penguins, whose colors are black and gold, are currently in the middle of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.  This means that most of Pittsburgh is very involved in rooting for the Penguins right now.

And that means that when you wear buttercup and dark navy to the office, the dark navy is mistaken for black and you are cheered for wearing black and gold.  Even when you're not.



But, you smile and say that you are anyway:

Cardigan: Target  Belt: LOFT (similar)
Skirt: thrifted vintage (similar)  Shoes: Kork-Ease (similar)

Because although that sounds like lying, I'm pretty sure it's called diplomacy.



Happy Wednesday, All!

Gracey

Five for Friday: Green Flash

For my last Five for Friday, I did a color, I love, Fiesta!  For today's version, I decided to do a color that I'm still on the fence about, Green Flash.

And, I have to say, I am newly on the fence about this color.  When the new Pantone colors were first announced, I was firmly on Team Oh-Hell-No about Green Flash.  But, it's growing on me and might even be something I try in one of the below pieces:

1. Saint Laurent "Classic 11" Sunglasses - I love, love, love the idea of sunnies mirrored with green flash lenses.  This pair is definitely on the steep side, but they're also awesome and would look fabulous with an all-white look.

2. Saucony Originals Jazz O Classic Retro Running Shoe - Athleisure continues to be a trend that many people enjoy.  It's not my personal favorite, but even I have to admit there is something charmingly retro about these bright sneaks.

3. Bindya Houndstooth Print Scarf - This is probably my favorite deployment of green flash; mixed with other bright colors on a black background.  And as I've always said, a lightweight scarf is perfect for an air-conditioned summer office.

4. Vintage Kay Windsor Summer Dress - Do you love Green Flash?  Well, then, this pick is for you.  Go all in with a vintage dress from Etsy vendor AldaWild.

5.  Topshop "Matisse" Floral Print Shorts - I love these shorts.  Love the print (again, Green Flash and other brights on a black background), love the cut, love the 80s feel.  Love.


So, Reader Friends, how do you feel about Green Flash?  On board?  On the fence?  Or on Team Oh-Hell-No?


Happy Friday, All!

Gracey

Five for Friday: Fiesta!

Of course, today's Five for Friday had to be all about my favorite Pantone color for this Spring, Fiesta!  I love this orange-y red hue and think it's perfect for the season.  And retailers seem to think so as well; there are a LOT of Fiesta pieces on the market right now.


Here are five of my favorites:

1. J. Crew Peacock Diamond Scarf - I love lightweight scarves for Spring and even wear them into Summer to battle the air conditioning at work.  This one will work with everything from a chambray shirtdress to a white tee.

2. Madewell "Transport" Fringe Tote - Totes just seem like the easiest, best, least fussy option for a summer bag.  This one is roomy and has handles long enough to throw over your shoulder, but short enough to carry in your hand.  Basically, it's perfect.

3. Bettye by Bettye Muller "Buzz" Sandals - I don't know what it is about Bettye Muller, but she totally has my number when it comes to shoes.  I love the walk-able block heel and the amazing print on these.  They're a bit of a splurge, but one I will probably make.

4. L. Erickson "Grace" Crystal Stud Earrings - I am a huge proponent of big ol' stud earrings and think this pair is the perfect way to add a little Fiesta to a look.

5. eShakti Crepe Midi Skirt - So, Fiesta and Navy?  A match made in heaven.  As is demonstrated on this fabulous eShakti skirt.  Not in the market for a skirt?  This print is also available on their Allison dress and this belted dress.


How about you, Reader Friends?  Are you feeling this color as much as I am?


xoxo,

Gracey

It's Not Red, It's Fiesta!

My sweater is not red:

It's Fiesta!!  At least that's what Pantone says.  And I'm not going to argue because calling this sweater Fiesta (!) makes this outfit sound more interesting than it probably is.



Which isn't to say it's boring.  The combination of fiesta (!) and olive is a fairly interesting one.  And the non-matching-but-totally-going scarf is fun:

But, it's mostly the sweater:

Sweater: LOFT  Scarf: secondhand (similar)
Pants: Gap   Shoes: Steve Madden 'Eleanorr' Flats

Because, well, Fiesta!



Happy Friday, All!

Gracey

Five for Friday: Iced Coffee

For today's Five for Friday, I decided to tackle one of the Pantone colors that I am not all that excited about, Iced Coffee.  This was one of this season's colors that, when announced, I was like, "yeah... but no thanks."  But, I'm working on being an equal opportunity color wearer so I poked around the interwebs for some Iced Coffee items that were wearable to my bright-loving self.

And, I have great news.  There are wearable Iced Coffee items available; items like these:

1. Panacea Smoky Crystal Earrings - So, it turns out that I rather like Iced Coffee, as long as it has a little shimmer and shine like these earrings.

2. eShakti Vine Print Dress - And, Iced Coffee as part of a print is definitely do-able, especially on a midi dress like this one.  The sleeves aren't my favorite, but, it's eShakti, so you can change them if you want!

3. LOFT Linen Cotton Sweater - If I were to ever do a solid piece in Iced Coffee it would be something like this simple, lightweight sweater.

4. Urban Originals Feather Print Scarf - Again, I like this color best in a print and think this pairing with fuchsia and orange is gorgeous.

5. Vince Camuto "Lavette" Booties - This is probably my favorite iteration of Iced Coffee.  If you're looking for a neutral summer shoe, I think these are just perfect.  And on-trend in all the ways.


What about you, Reader Friends?  What are your feelings on Iced Coffee?  Wearable, or just for drinking?


Happy Friday, All!

Gracey

Five for Friday: Buttercup

I've decided to stop being lazy and bring back my Five for Friday series.


Today is all about the Pantone Spring 2016 color, Buttercup.  I posted an outfit featuring Buttercup earlier today.  And now I'm sharing some of my favorite Buttercup finds for this spring.

1. LOFT Multi-Stone Earrings - I have these earrings; and have worn them several times since purchasing them.  They are the perfect injection of little yellow into a look.  Love.

2. Vince Camuto Crossbody Bag - A lot of people don't like wearing yellow.  If you're one of those people, but are still looking for a way to add a little sunshine to your spring looks, this bag is perfect.  Soft leather and the perfect size in an easy-to-wear shade.

3. Corso Como "Gladis" Espadrille Wedge - I strongly recommend a yellow sandal for summer.  There are more versatile than you might think and espadrilles are very on trend this season.

4. LOFT Pants - If you like your yellow bright, these are the pants for you!  I personally think they're super fun and a great addition to a spring wardrobe.

5. Halogen Tweed Skirt - I adore this tweedy yellow skirt like nobody's business.  The only thing stopping me from purchasing it is that I don't need another skirt.  But, it's so perfect, maybe I do...


What about you, Reader Friends?  Will you be adding a little sunshine to your wardrobe this season?


XOXO,

Gracey

What's Up, Buttercup?

Today I'm wearing, yep, you guessed it, buttercup:

It's one of the Pantone colors for this spring and one I think is perfect for the season.  I love yellow in the spring and summer and buttercup is such a sunny yellow, it's hard not to smile when you see it.



One thing I particularly like about yellow is that it pairs well with darker neutrals, like my olive skirt and riding boots:

Blouse: Gap (similar)  Cardigan: Target
Skirt: LOFT (similar)  Boots: gifted (similar)

But, it will also pair well with lighter neutrals like white and khaki once we get closer to summer.  I don't know about you, Reader Friends, but I just love a versatile bright.


Happy Friday, All!

Gracey

Pantone Spring 2016

Hi All!  Sorry I haven't posted in a bit; I was under the weather and then the weather was bad and all of the sudden, it's been a week!

I'm still a bit sniffly so no outfit post today, but I did want to share Pantone's Top 10 Colors of Spring 2016:

Image via Pinterest

As with the Fall colors, there are some that I love and some that I don't see myself ever wearing except, maybe, as part of a pattern.  Maybe.

My favorites out of these 10 are Fiesta, Rose Quartz, Snorkel Blue and Buttercup.  And out of those four, Fiesta is my absolute favorite; I love an orange-red like nobody's business.  The Snorkel Blue is a gorgeous blue in the cobalt family and we all know that I'll never turn down a cobalt.  I love yellow, although I don't wear it much, and this Buttercup yellow just screams Spring to me.  Although, of course, Rose Quartz is supposed to be one of the Colors of Spring.

The other Color of Spring is Serenity and I have to say, I do not like it.  I love most blues, but that one doesn't do it for me.  I think it, and Rose Quartz, are supposed to be calming, but I don't want to be calm, I want to wear fiery, orange-y reds like Fiesta.

The only other color I truly don't like is Green Flash.  I do think it's an appropriately spring-y green, but I like my greens deep and dark or not at all.

The remaining colors, Peach Echo, Limpet Shell, Lilac Gray and Iced Coffee are nice enough, but not anything I think I'd wear.  I mean, Peach Echo is a nice peach so far as peaches go, but I will always be loyal to my beloved Neon Peach.  And I think the Limpet Shell is a lovely color and so is the Lilac Gray, but I don't think I have either in my closet and they're not something I feel the need to add.  As for Iced Coffee, I really do like that color, but it doesn't feel like Spring to me.


What about you, Reader Friends?  What do you think about Pantone's Top 10 Colors of Spring 2016?


Happy Thursday, All!

Gracey