23 Mar 2015

What To Pack For Europe In March
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Happy Monday, friends!

Hope you had a great weekend and that you’re staying well caffeinated this morning.

I am heading to London and Paris so soon! In anticipation of my trip, I wanted to share a few key items I’ll be packing. March and April can be a hard time of year to travel when it comes to your wardrobe – you never really know what kind of weather you are going to get!

Paris In Four Months

Paris In Four Months

The forecast is estimating high 50’s and low 60’s for both London and Paris with a chance of rain. SO what the hell is a girl to wear?

Here is what I plan on including in my suitcase:

1. Passport: First and foremost, you need your passport (duh), but there are so many cute passport cases I’m currently loving. Insert This Jonathan Adler colorful case (also obsessed with this one) or this calf-hair passport case from J.Crew.

2. Comfortable Shoes: I will most certainly be packing comfortable shoes. Tennis shoes to be exact. I recently picked up the Nike ‘Free 5.0’ Running shoe I have been seeing everywhere. Good thing they are trending right now because I can get used to this.

3. Backpack: Visiting major touristy areas will require a cute backpack – particularly this one.

4. White Denim: When it comes to denim, of course I have my classic washes but I will also be including a few different white pairs. A relaxed wash from Rag and Bone (make sure to always size down in Rag and Bone) and a more fitted pair from AG. I also love a good distressed pair like these from Frame Denim.

5. Casual Blazer: I’m a huge fan of blazers mostly because I’m a freeze baby. Blazers are a good alternative to a heavy sweater and are a great layering piece. I have two of J.Crew’s Schoolboy blazer in navy and black.

6. Light Spring Sweaters: Because this time of year is questionable when it comes to temps, light spring sweaters are a must. I’ve been loving pastels (blush pink), white, camel and grey sweaters for this time of year.

7. A Classic Trench Coat: I bought my first camel trench coat about 4 years ago and I continue to bring it out every spring and fall. A classic trench like this one from BCBG is great for rain or shine.

8. Cross Body Bag: When traveling, it’s essential to carry a cross-body bag so you’re hands are free to take instas.

9. All of the Stripes: When in Paris, wear all of the stripes.

Artesano Polo Hat in Natural and Black // Quilted Backpack // Jonathan Adler Passport Holder // BCBG Trench // Rib-stitch Sweater // ‘Molly’ Crossbody Bag // Nikes ‘Free 5.0 14’ Running Shoe // Frame Distressed White Denim // J.Crew Schoolboy Blazer in Navy // Stripe Shirt

 

2 Mar 2015

Spring Vibes Only
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Happy Monday, chickees!!

Did you stay caffeinated today? I hope so. I was in Newport, RI all weekend so I felt extra exhausted today. More on my weekend later this week!

In other news, we had a HUGE snow storm yesterday. I would say we got more snow than what was predicted for the “blizzard of 2015.” Anyways, yesterdays weather has me dreaming of spring..like ASAP. Today I’ve rounded up an outfit that I think screams spring. A stripe tee? Obvi. Casual jeans? Yes. A light trench coat? So cute.

And since we’re already talking spring, I have some exciting news to announce! I’ve teamed up with a few of my blogger friends on Instagram to giveaway an $800 gift card to the always fabulous, NORDSTROM! I repeat, $800 dollars. New spring wardrobe, anyone? You can enter to win the Nordstrom gift card right this way. Happy Monday! Xo. Lauren

 

Baublebar Drop Earrings // Ray Bans // Rebecca Minkoff Pastel Clutch // YSL Rouge Volupte Shine // Parker Cross Body // Stripe Three-Quarter Tee // Toothpick Jeans // J.Crew Super Ciccio Eyeglasses // Swing Trench Coat // Open Tube Bracelet

26 Dec 2014

What To Pack For Your Holiday Beach Getaway
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You guys, I’m headed to San Juan, Puerto Rico on TUESDAY.

gray malin getaway

Have you been?

This is my first beach vacation (sans the weekend getaways in the Hamptons during the summer in THREE years). I’ve heard great things so I’m pretty excited! I’m not sure if you’ve looked into going away during the holidays but ticket prices can be pretty expensive. We were debating on an all inclusive in the DR or Aruba, skiing in Killington, VT, or a weekend in Miami but ultimately we decided on Puerto Rico because of the beautiful beaches. YAY.

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It’s been SO refreshing to shop for warm clothes and new swimsuits vs. chunky sweaters and heavy coats. Today I’ve rounded up a few new favorite items I’ll be packing:

I’ll be sure to pack my J.Crew Panama Hat. This was my ultimate summer weekend essential.

I definitely need a bright, pink lipstick for our nights out. I found MAC’s Candy Yum Yum Lipstick so that is for sure coming with.

Oversized sunglasses, duh.

Casual espadrilles.

I picked up two new bathing suits. I love this bright pink one from J.Crew but have you heard of the swimsuit brand, Zinke? I picked up this and this from their line and I’m obsessed.

Last but not least, need some surf spray from Bumble and Bumble.

Are you headed anywhere warm over the next week? I’m taking any and ALL recommendations for San Juan, so feel free to leave them below!! Xo. Lauren

What To Pack For New Years Vacation R1

J.Crew Denim Shorts // Stella McCartney Oversized Sunglasses // J.Crew Panama Hat // Vineyard Vines St. Barths Stripe Tote Bag // MAC Candy Yum Yum Lipstick // J.Crew Pink Bathing Suit // Revolve Clothing Dad’s Shirt Dress (I also love this) // The Vacationers by Emma Straub //Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray // Fujifilm Instax Mini Camera // Espadrilles

< images via Gray Malin >

26 Nov 2014

Gift Guide: For the Bauble Obsessed
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Today’s gift guide is dedicated to the jewelry lover. From Baublebar to J.Crew, I’ve rounded up some of my favorite pieces from pearls to statement necklaces to stackable rings.

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