Jacket: Gant Shirt: Madewell Skirt: Topshop (similar) Boots: Tory Burch (similar) Bag: Ralph Lauren (similar) Necklace: Loren Hope Belt: Madewell Sadie: Jacket: J.Crew Sweater: Madewell Shirt: Madewell (similar) Boots: Vince Camuto Glasses: Tory Burch Kiel: Jacket: Belstaff Shirt: Gant Thermal: J.Crew Factory Pants: J.Crew Factory Boots: LL Bean Signature Glasses: Ralph Lauren Hat: Harding Lane Pin: Vintage Every year I love going to the Scituate Arts and Crafts Festival in Scituate, RI.
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The beyond stylish and ladylike Sarah Vickers of ,,Classy Girls Wear Pearls,, shares 10 essential items every modern lady needs in her closet.
Coat: J.Crew (similar here and here) Sweater: Banana Republic (old, similar) Jeans: Current Elliott Shoes: J.Crew (old, similar) Bracelet: Kiel James Patrick — Scenes from last Autumn — Shop the post
Jacket: J.Crew (similar) Sweater: Brooks Brothers Skirt: Ann Taylor Bag: Gucci Shoes: Manolo Blahnik (similar) Ring: Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelets: Van Cleef & Arpels 1,2 Necklace: Van Cleef & Arpels (Van Cleef & Arpels jewels borrowed) Location: Ocean House (Morgan Suite) // Watch Hill, Rhode Island Read my Town and Country x Van Cleef & Arpels feature here.
Blazer: LL Bean Signature c/o Sweater: J.Crew Shirt: Madewell (Similar) Pants: J.Crew FactoryBoots: Tory Burch (Similar) Bracelet: Kiel James Patrick Glasses: Elizabeth and James Devon: Sweater: Madewell (Similar) Shirt: Rugby (Similar) Leggings:Rugby Boots: Madewell (Similar) The weather for the Head of the Charles this weekend couldn’t have been more perfect.
I would like to begin this post by explaining it's origins. A few months ago, as I was browsing the inter-web, I came across a post by Jade Purple Brown explaining reasons why she would never be Rumi Neely. Although I too love Rumi Neely, "the first lady of fashion bogging," according to Jade, this post hit me hard with another blogger. A blogger whom I admire in the way that Jade admires Rumi. A blogger by the name of Sarah Vickers. Have you heard of Sarah Vickers? She is only the classiest, most prep-tastically awesome New England biatch out there. If you haven't heard of her, stop. Leave this post right meow and check out Classy Girls Wear Pearls. It's Sarah's blog and it's f'ing awesome. It's everything New England you want and more. Beautiful people, beautiful places and beautiful clothes. Although I know I may, or may not, be mildly obsessed with her, I know will never be her. Here's why: 1. I don't photograph like a Ralph Lauren ad. Every time Sarah blogs posts pictures on her blog, the photos look like they should be in a Ralph Lauren Catalog. I mean, who really looks like this when they're on a sailboat, who really wears this to chop down a Christmas tree and who really has these kind of holiday get-togethers. Plus, why are you always running? I am always stationary in my photos, not mid-jog, hair blowing perfectly in the wind. I mean, I'm definitely just jealous because it's how I want to look, but in reality, my friends and I look like drunken pirate hookers most of the time. running.... and running... always running. 2. I shop at Target. When you're as prep-tastically awesome as Sarah, designers beg at the chance to dress you. As the essential poster child of New England, Sarah gets offered, c/o, the most fantastical brands out there, like Lilly Pulitzer, Cynthia Rowley, Hunter, Barbour, Anne Taylor and Brooks Brothers to name a few. And you know who begs to dress me? That's right. No one. So I spend my hard earned, crappy paycheck at Tarjet-Boutique. Kate Spade? Kate Shmade. You'll find me in a Mossimo, polyester/cotton blend sweater that shrinks upon its first washing (just kidding Target, I love you). But seriously. Just getting featured by Lilly Pulitzer. Nbd. KJPxLilly Pulitzer 3. Dessert is my favorite. Sarah basically has, like, zero percent body fat on her. I mean, have you checked out her bod? Pretty bangin'. And her legs? Stem-tastic. She shows them off regularly, on her blog, in sexylicious-yet-obviously-classy shorts, skirts and dresses alike. I mean, I get it, you are basically perfect and look awesome in everything, but I bet you're not enjoying dessert the way that I am... #Tradeoff. So while Sarah munches on lettuce, I'll continue to stuff my face enjoy all the cake, frosting, pie, ice cream, candy, chocolate, cupcakes and donuts that my thunder thighs can take. My shorts don't touch my thighs. You know you're jealous... My thighs don't touch my thighs. Still jealous... 4. I don't have a 6'4," designer/model boyfriend who employs me. Sarah's boyfriend Keil is the founder of the Keil James Patrick brand. He has the look of a young Chevy Chase, the mascarade of a charming frat boy and the bank of a Russian mobster. He's every girl's dream and he also employs Sarah. She even has her own Vickers bow collection in the brand. Now that's love. My bf on the other hand is 5'10," seasonally employed and is as broke as I am. Truth. Even KJP is always running. Running, running, running! 5. I talk a lot. Sarah keeps her blog simple. She posts photos of her fantastic friends, fantastic boyfriend and fantastic life. Then, at the bottom of her post, where you would expect a message explaining those fantastic photos, she leaves you hanging. No explanation. No "these photos are of my real friends, in my real life, of the time we really did this." We get nothing at all. This drives me craaazy. Crazy because I just want to know more. I understand wanting to keep your life private. I tots do, I mean, you want to keep those crazies (like me) away. But then why have a blog? Give us more Sarah. What's your favorite color? Do you really hang out with those "friends" on your blog? Is KJP really your bf or is it all one, big, beautiful hoax? Tell us more. We want it! We get it, you are sooo mysterious. But enough is enough. Time to over-share. We'll still be obsessed with you even if you can't spell. This is true... (and yes I am a poet and I know it) P.S. Other reasons I will never be Sarah Vickers... 6. My hair is not thick and I can't rock an aggressive side part. 7. I don't live on, near or around an ocean (or yacht club). 8. My friends [also] shop at Target. 9. Lilly Pulitzer has no idea who I am. 10. I own fake pearls, and although I try to "keep it classy," it rarely happens... All photos via Classy Girls Wear Pearls
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I would like to begin this post by explaining it's origins. A few months ago, as I was browsing the inter-web, I came across a post by Jade Purple Brown explaining reasons why she would never be Rumi Neely. Although I too love Rumi Neely, "the first lady of fashion bogging," according to Jade, this post hit me hard with another blogger. A blogger whom I admire in the way that Jade admires Rumi. A blogger by the name of Sarah Vickers. Have you heard of Sarah Vickers? She is only the classiest, most prep-tastically awesome New England biatch out there. If you haven't heard of her, stop. Leave this post right meow and check out Classy Girls Wear Pearls. It's Sarah's blog and it's f'ing awesome. It's everything New England you want and more. Beautiful people, beautiful places and beautiful clothes. Although I know I may, or may not, be mildly obsessed with her, I know will never be her. Here's why: 1. I don't photograph like a Ralph Lauren ad. Every time Sarah blogs posts pictures on her blog, the photos look like they should be in a Ralph Lauren Catalog. I mean, who really looks like this when they're on a sailboat, who really wears this to chop down a Christmas tree and who really has these kind of holiday get-togethers. Plus, why are you always running? I am always stationary in my photos, not mid-jog, hair blowing perfectly in the wind. I mean, I'm definitely just jealous because it's how I want to look, but in reality, my friends and I look like drunken pirate hookers most of the time. running.... and running... always running. 2. I shop at Target. When you're as prep-tastically awesome as Sarah, designers beg at the chance to dress you. As the essential poster child of New England, Sarah gets offered, c/o, the most fantastical brands out there, like Lilly Pulitzer, Cynthia Rowley, Hunter, Barbour, Anne Taylor and Brooks Brothers to name a few. And you know who begs to dress me? That's right. No one. So I spend my hard earned, crappy paycheck at Tarjet-Boutique. Kate Spade? Kate Shmade. You'll find me in a Mossimo, polyester/cotton blend sweater that shrinks upon its first washing (just kidding Target, I love you). But seriously. Just getting featured by Lilly Pulitzer. Nbd. KJPxLilly Pulitzer 3. Dessert is my favorite. Sarah basically has, like, zero percent body fat on her. I mean, have you checked out her bod? Pretty bangin'. And her legs? Stem-tastic. She shows them off regularly, on her blog, in sexylicious-yet-obviously-classy shorts, skirts and dresses alike. I mean, I get it, you are basically perfect and look awesome in everything, but I bet you're not enjoying dessert the way that I am... #Tradeoff. So while Sarah munches on lettuce, I'll continue to stuff my face enjoy all the cake, frosting, pie, ice cream, candy, chocolate, cupcakes and donuts that my thunder thighs can take. My shorts don't touch my thighs. You know you're jealous... My thighs don't touch my thighs. Still jealous... 4. I don't have a 6'4," designer/model boyfriend who employs me. Sarah's boyfriend Keil is the founder of the Keil James Patrick brand. He has the look of a young Chevy Chase, the mascarade of a charming frat boy and the bank of a Russian mobster. He's every girl's dream and he also employs Sarah. She even has her own Vickers bow collection in the brand. Now that's love. My bf on the other hand is 5'10," seasonally employed and is as broke as I am. Truth. Even KJP is always running. Running, running, running! 5. I talk a lot. Sarah keeps her blog simple. She posts photos of her fantastic friends, fantastic boyfriend and fantastic life. Then, at the bottom of her post, where you would expect a message explaining those fantastic photos, she leaves you hanging. No explanation. No "these photos are of my real friends, in my real life, of the time we really did this." We get nothing at all. This drives me craaazy. Crazy because I just want to know more. I understand wanting to keep your life private. I tots do, I mean, you want to keep those crazies (like me) away. But then why have a blog? Give us more Sarah. What's your favorite color? Do you really hang out with those "friends" on your blog? Is KJP really your bf or is it all one, big, beautiful hoax? Tell us more. We want it! We get it, you are sooo mysterious. But enough is enough. Time to over-share. We'll still be obsessed with you even if you can't spell. This is true... (and yes I am a poet and I know it) P.S. Other reasons I will never be Sarah Vickers... 6. My hair is not thick and I can't rock an aggressive side part. 7. I don't live on, near or around an ocean (or yacht club). 8. My friends [also] shop at Target. 9. Lilly Pulitzer has no idea who I am. 10. I own fake pearls, and although I try to "keep it classy," it rarely happens... All photos via Classy Girls Wear Pearls
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Skirt: J. Crew. Oxford: Old (similar) Madewell. Heels: Talbots (old). Necklace: Francesca’s Collections (Old). Clutch: Pink Tulips. Nail Polish: Essie Tart Deco. Wrap: Kiel James Patrick. Bangle: Pink Pineapple. Belt: J.Crew similar.
Dress: Shoshanna ℅ Sandals: Tory Burch Bag: Anthropologie Hat: J.Crew Necklace: Kiel James Patrick Bracelets: Kiel James Patrick Glasses: Gucci Watch: Kate Spade Earlier this month Kiel and I packed up our car and headed to Patterson, NY where we met with friends to enjoy Victory Cup polo.
Coat: Patagonia Sweater: J.Crew Pants: Boots: Sigerson Morrison (0ld, recently bought this similar style) Hat: Anthropologie Bag: J.Crew (updated version) Glasses: Karen Walker Kiel: Sweater: Ralph Lauren (Vintage), Pants: Ralph Lauren, Shoes: Gucci, Hat: Kiel had hand-knit for him I’m not much of a planner.
Jacket: Zara (similar) Dress: Camilyn Beth ℅ Shoes: L.K. Bennett ℅ Clutch: Julie Brown Designs ℅ Necklace: J.Crew Glasses: Karen Walker Location: Poppasquash Point This month Camilyn Beth is donating 10 percent of the proceeds from each pink dress sale to Breast Cancer Awareness.
One of my favorite preppy eye candy fashion blogs is Sarah Vickers of Classy Girls Wear Pearls. Vickers is a cross between Kate Middleton meets New England prep. She posted a picture of her new cedar lined walk in closet she received for Christmas which was beautiful. We all know I love a great closet and this beautifully showcases her amazing wardobe as well!
Dress: Zara Sandals: Saint Laurent Bag: Bembien Earrings: Tuckernuck Glasses: Gucci Bracelet: Van Cleef & Arpels, Kiel James Patrick Lipstick: Marc Jacobs // Cora Cora c/o Harry: Sweater: Ralph Lauren Vest: Shirt: Ralph Lauren Pants: Gap Hat: Target Kiel: Blazer: Ralph Lauren Shirt: Brooks Brothers Pants: Ralph Lauren Shoes: Gucci Belt: Ralph Lauren Location: Sea Island Here are a few sunny snapshots from our recent family trip to Sea Island, Georgia. It was a beautiful escape and the resort could not have been more gorgeous or family friendly.
