Falling for Punchy Drop Waist Dresses

There's nothing easier to throw on than a bright structured dress.   Why not try replacing your jeans with one of these drop-waisted numbers?  They're super wearable for day with a pair of easy flats. Or, throw on a pair of heels and some sparkly jewels and  you're ready for a night out.

Yellow: Three Floor yellow drop waist dress ($165, Shopbop)

Red: Diane von Furstenberg Maeryn poplin drop-waist dress ($385, Saks)  (also, a very similar red shift drop waist dress for just $84 at Topshop here)

Green: CÖ kelly green drop-waist tailored crepe dress ($70, Urban Outfitters)

If you like the drop waist look, but don't want to give up shape,  I'd point you towards this Kate Spade number.

Kate Spade New York "Siren" hot pink ruffle hem sheath dress ($297, Zappos)

Beachy Photo Prints

My latest fashion obsession is a trend that has been all over runways for the past couple seasons -- photo prints.  The clincher was this photo I spotted of Olivia Palermo and Tibi designer Amy Smilovic that I spotted on Pinterest. 

I just adore Amy's Stella McCartney Skirt and how cool does it look paired with a simple white tank?

Here it is in all of it's glory (70% off at Net-A-Porter!)

I think there is something cool about the "midi" length, but I'd also love this short version:

Obviously, the Hawaiian print is quite a statement,  but I also like some more subte photo prints.  Check out this dress from designer Caron Callahan's spring line.  I love how the landscape print almost looks like stripes from a distance ($315 at Les Nouvelles)

Even TopShop is in an the action with this darling pleated landscape print mini skirt by Marios ($110 at TopShop)

So, what do you think -- are these landscape prints fun or just too trendy?

Summer Essential: the Perfect Yellow Dress

The second the summer sun comes out, I'm drawn to yellow.  And, a soft tan + a flowy yellow dress is all you need for the perfect summer outfit.

super simple yellow street-style perfection, as captured by the SartorialistMs. Olivia Palermo out for a casual bikeride.

Fancy Treehouse in earthy, daisy-chain, yellow perfection

Kate Moss in a killer vintage yellow chiffon dress...

Turns out this is actually a yellow skirt and blouse, but either way, Ms. Blake Lively is glowing...

the awesome drama of a flowy (yellow) maxi dress on a beachthe dress that inspired my senior prom dress :) (Kate Hudson in yellow silk from "How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days")

Get the Look for Less: Colorblock Spring Dress

 "Colorblocking" is still a huge trend this season, and it's an easy way to brighten up your wardrobe with some bold spring colors. I was especially inspired by this striped dress, one of my favorite from Heidi Merrick's spring 2012 line. But,  if $440 is too pricey for you,  I've found a couple of cute alternatives that will give you the same look for less. 

Check out Madewell's darling silk sleeveless colorblock shift dress, on sale for $120.

I love the kelly green in this Matty M. version  ($128 at Lord & Taylor)

If you're a pink person, Asos has a simple option for just $64.

Here's another short sleeve version that  has a bit of a nautical feel. ($158 at Nordstrom)

These dresses would all be great spring investments, you can easily wear them for a casual afternoon out with flat sandals and maybe a hat (like in the Heidi Merrick photo) or, throw on some high-heeled sandals and sparkly jewels for a more formal spring event.

Happy shopping!

New Line to Love? Victoria Victoria Beckham

I hate to say it, but I'm pretty scared of Victoria Beckham's body conscious dresses and sky high heels.  However, Posh's latest line Victoria Victoria Beckham is a whole new story.   This line is much more fun! I love the playful scalloped trims and fun prints -- perfect for a fun night out!  Or, maybe the soft cloud print for a fancy Sunday brunch?

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