Nautical: Ahoy Po

Nautical stripes are pretty much my favorite thing going outside of ice cream snickers bars and white wine  (neither of which you wear...at least not intentionally).   I bought this shirt from Zara and considering it's been in steady rotation over the last two months, I think I can officially say that I got my money's worth.  It goes with everything and the bold stripes are so clean and crisp that you can wear it just as easily in a corporate conference room as you can on the high seas (if you should happen to find yourself on one of those).   Here I paired it with a white denim mini, but it also looks amazing with an accordion maxi, ripped up jeans or a pair of pleated shorts.  And as an added bonus, it just so happens to perfectly match my new Kate Spade "Head in the Sand" satchel.  The bag is on super sale right now (seriously it's more than 50% off)...so just on the off chance that you like it too...I've included the link below to the Kate Spade site. :)

For those Americans in the crowd, may your 4th of July weekend involve some water, at least one boat and a lot of nautical stripes.

<3,

Emy & Po

 

Blazer: Maje

Shirt: Zara

Denim Mini: Gap

Shoes: Nine West

Bag: Kate Spade

Watch: Michael Kors

Spring Blazers: In Stores Now

Here are a few of our favorite spring time blazers..just in case you can squeeze in a little shopping over the long holiday weekend.  Happy Memorial Day everyone! xo

 

1. Zara, $100
2. Topshop, $84
3. Current/Elliot, $260
4. Tibi, $430
5. Steven Alan, $385
6. Topshop, $120
7. Theory, $536
8. Topshop, $130
9. Antik Batik, $535
10. Topshop, $110
11. Topshop, $110
12.  Smythe, $560

Spring Blazers: Emily's Look

It goes without saying that a black blazer is a basic wardrobe essential - I have to confess that I own a few and wear them on a quite regular basis. To avoid looking like I'm wearing the exact same outfit every day (which admittedly happens more than it should), I usually go for pieces that have details that make them subtly unique. This blazer is a great example of such a find - the color, cut, and material are all classic, but the puffed shoulders with slightly structural folds add an interesting (and, in the words of my fiancé, "Lady-Gaga-esque") touch. While this piece (available in stores now at Zara!) is great for the office, I also love it for going out paired with a short dress (or in this case, a romper) and heels.

Blazer: Zara

Romper: H&M

Necklace: Urban Outfitters

Watch: Michael Kors

Shoes: Forever 21

Spring Blazers: Inspiration

This week's topic - blazers!  E. & P. hoard these things, and with good reason - no other piece can make jeans and a t-shirt instantly "office appropriate" or serve as the perfect layer over that new summery dress you've been dying to wear out on a still-chilly spring evening.  After all, who needs a spring time jacket when you can wear a blazer?  Certainly not these girls.  Below are some of the best examples of how to trade in your light leather jacket or spring time anorak for something a little more eye-catching.

Kasia Struss via Because I'm Addicted

Photo from a recent Intermix email newsletter - love the blazer w/ shorts + Chucks (which we accidentally mutilated in Photoshop - sorry kids...)

Ciara from The Blonde Salad in two pastel blazers

 Betty outside Buckingham Palace in a hot pink blazer

via Aleexandraaxo

via Gastro Chic

Emily from Cupcakes & Cashmere

An of-the-moment take on a classic blazer

Color: Emily's Look - Bright Accessories!

Despite my apparent color-phobia, when the weather turns warm I always like to experiment with a few brightly hued pieces - it just feels right. Luckily, my neutral-esque wardrobe is the perfect backdrop for colorful accessories, and in particular my favorite accessory of all time, THE SCARF. Rarely do I leave home without one wrapped around my neck, stuffed into my bag, tied around my hair, etc. They can be an absolute lifesaver in the city, where constant temperature transitions from the hot, stickiness of the subway to the excessive air-conditioning of my office keep me wrapping and unwrapping all day long. This hot-pinky-orange scarf adds a nice splash of color paired with a black blazer, dark jeans, and a few subtly metallic accessories. Maybe I'm not afraid of color after all... ;)

Scarf: Gap

Blazer: Zara

Jeans: J Brand

Flats: Steve Madden

Bag: Marc by Marc Jacobs

T-Shirt: J Crew

Necklace: H&M

Ring: Club Monaco

Earrings: Forever 21

Color: Polly's Look - Red!

According to a website I found on Google, red is the warmest of colors and is associated with fiery heat, warmth and passion.  It has been shown that the color red can actually have a physical effect on people - stimulating a faster heartbeat and breath.  The website did not mention if these physical symptoms were strong enough to count as a trip to the gym, but here's to hoping!

Below are two of P's favorite red outfits - the first polished and professional, the second relaxed and casual. 

Top: Zara

Skirt: Tommy Hilfiger

Clutch: Kate Spade

Watch: Michael Kors

Top: Ann Taylor

Pants: J Brand

Sandals: Via Spiga

Color: Inspiration - Part 1

Spring has finally sprung and this year color is having a major moment.

In honor of warmer weather (or as the case may be for NYC - slightly less cold weather) we have decided to pay tribute to our favorite spring time hues. 

Here are a  few inspiring examples of color at it's best.  We hope you enjoy.

 A sheer nude blouse, red leather pants and a strut to match.

Black Velvet Heart

Zara Spring/Summer '11 Lookbook

 

Amsterdamn Street Style via Elle.com

Harper's  Bazar, Paris Fashion Week S/S'11, photo Mr. Newton

Taylor Tomasi-Hill

Urban Outfitters

And finally, Prada's Spring/Summer 2011 campaign video: