Spring Shopping: Madewell

Spring is always the hardest season on my wallet because I LOVE color, and we are coming into that special time of year when every retailer embraces color.    J.Crew has done it in a big way this year (I can always rely on them for my favorite brights), however I was surprised that their historically more neutral little sister, Madewell,  is also bursting with color right now.   Don't these looks have you giddy and ready for BBQs and beach days?

While I'd happily wear almost any of the pieces above, (and I see a pair of yellow jeans in my future)  I have limited myself to one new piece: a pair of their colorful flats. I just can't decide, kelly green or cobalt blue?

Polka Dot Pants for Less

It's hard for me to pass up polka dots!  I especially loved these Madewell polka dot trousers when I saw them in their fall lookbook, but I wasn't prepared to spend $98 on a style I might get sick of quickly.

(Madewell Salt & Pepper Slouch Pants, $98)

Lucky me, I recently spotted a similar pair at Forever 21, and I had to share: these polka dot trousers are just $19.80, plus free shipping!

(Forever 21 Polka Dot Trousers with Belt, $19.80)

Hopefully the quality will last a couple wears!  Unlike both photos above,  I think I'll be styling mine with a fun pair of pumps and maybe a colorful blouse.  I'll share more details when I get them! 

Madewell & Neutrals

I usually gravitate towards bright colors and patterns but every once and a while, I get inspired by neutral color palate. Madewell always does a great job of styling simple pieces and neutral colors, and their most recent online lookbook is no exception.  On top of that, it features Arizona Muse - a model who I noticed in the recent J.Crew catalog and I think she's adorable. 

Rumor is that Madewell is opening up a San Francisco store later this summer, so I'm putting my online purchases on hold until I can do my shopping in the live store.