Fashion Friday: 10 nautical faves

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How ironic that I should post about beating the heat this week. Just as we were going to bed last night, we noticed that the thermostat was stuck at a hotter temp than usual. It got hotter overnight, so by the morning, we had to call the repairman, who, thankfully, had everything fixed (yay for warranties!) and cooled off by 10 a.m.

And now, as I sit here drinking my ice-cold Diet Coke, I can't help but daydream about a lazy summer day at the beach. The kind of days that mark so many of my childhood summers spent on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico, frolicking and splashing and laughing. Well, nothing screams beach day more than nautical style, so I thought it would be fun to round-up 10 pieces I'm loving right now...

*Panama hat, $58
*Signature French terry dress, $15.99
*Linen anchor pocket tee, $49.50
*Striped bikini, top ($29.99) and bottom ($24.99)
*Ponytail holder (set of five), $5
*Sailboat button earrings, $38
*Anchor rope bracelet, $38
*Wondrous whale ring, $40
*Gold knot ring, $27
*DIY anchor tote

So, what's your favorite nautical-themed find, friends? Are you wearing a lot of it this summer? I'd love to hear! xoxo

P.S. Friday links are coming up shortly! :)

[Top photo via The Sartorialist]

Fashion Friday: Denim on denim

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I had a bit of a fashion realization this morning: I rocked denim back in the day! Denim jeans were my go-to staple of the '80s, as you can see from the above photo, and I wore them proudly. Well, The New York Times recently featured a street style round-up of people sporting their best denim-clad looks from around the world. And luckily, the denim-on-denim trend isn't hard to master. "The trick is to mix fabric weights and washes," says Patrick Robinson, Gap's executive vice president of design. Here are my six favorite picks for styling the look...

*Liz Claiborne long-sleeve chambray shirt, $29.99
*Boyfriend jeans in dark vintage wash, $64.49
*Classic espadrille flats, $16.95
*Stripe sweater, $75
*Roll-up jean shorts, $178
*Jean jacket in storm cloud wash, $118

What do you think, friends? Would you rock the denim on denim look? Is it a fashion do or don't? What's your favorite piece of denim attire? Let's chat... xoxo

[Bottom photo via Madewell's Pinterest]

Fashion Friday: Genius t-shirt

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How awesome is this t-shirt? I'm totally going to start using this phrase in everyday conversation... xoxo

Fashion Friday: My Imaginary Well-Dressed Toddler Daughter

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Freelance writer Tiffany Beveridge is a mother of three -- two real-life sons and an imaginary daughter named Quinoa. This little lady may imaginary, but she's ever so stylish. In fact, the young fashionista inspired My Imaginary Well-Dressed Toddler Daughter, a Pinterest board where Beveridge catalogs her "daughter's" keen fashion sense and favorite looks, along with clever captions (the one above: "I sent Quinoa to a sleepover one night and she returned the next day wearing her pillowcase as a modern frock. Silly girl!")...

"Quinoa and her little English friend Jasper have been raising a pair of turtle doves to release upon the birth of the royal baby as an act of goodwill between our nations."

"Sure, Quinoa has poise, but she's also got fire. Don't think you can sneak her organic carob cookies while she's balancing books on her head."

"Sometimes I walk into her room to find Quinoa and her friends playing Modern Art Installation."

"Don't be late to pick up Quinoa for a play date. Just don't."

"Sometimes, when she's feeling out of balance, Quinoa does a textile cleanse: one week of white cotton dresses with the labels cut out."

Way to go, Quinoa! Now I'm wondering how my imaginary kids would dress. What about yours, friends? xoxo

Fashion Friday: Taylor Swift for Keds Collection

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For the final day of Summer Week, I thought it would be fun to feature one of my favorite ladies. Taylor has perfected that effortless, laid-back summer vibe with her breezy dresses and vintage glam. And now, she's bringing pops of color to feet everywhere with her Taylor Swift for Keds Collection...

How cool are these shoes? So much fresh, eye-popping color. Now if only I could get a custom-made pair...I'd be set for summer!! What do you think, friends? Is this your style? xoxo

P.S. More Taylor Swift style.

Fashion Friday: 6 pretty iPhone cases

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Breaking news: I'm moving on up, friends! Well, at least when it comes to the world of smartphones. Yes, tomorrow, I'll be rocking a new piece of bling!! Granted, it won't be as sleek or as fancy as an iPhone, but it will most certainly be a step up from my old Blackberry (read: Instagram, anyone?), and I can finally start using those cool things called Apps that all the young people are talking about these days. And, because a phone can also be the perfect fashion accessory, here are 6 pretty cases I've got my eyes on...

1. Kate Spade New York Chit Chat, $40
2. Kate Spade gold polka dots, $40
3. Pink lined polka dots, $35
4. Forest flowers by Rifle Paper Co., $36
5. Hello Hello by Rifle Paper Co., $36
6. UP, $35

So, friends, which one is your favorite? These do come in regular smartphone sizes, right? xoxo

Fashion Friday: Marolsha's romantic hair combs and lockets

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You may remember Maddy from a couple years ago when we teamed up for a giveaway of one of her awesome vintage clam shell lockets. Well, I'm so excited to be working with her again! Her Etsy shop Marolsha has the prettiest hair pieces, like the mint mum flower hair comb and the pink rose hair comb. Both would be perfect for a summer wedding, don't you think?

And, her lockets have me daydreaming of all the loved ones I'd like to keep close to my heart. So many people I'd like to put in there... xoxo

(This post was sponsored by Marolsha. Thanks so much for continuing to support So About What I Said's wonderful sponsors!)

Fashion Friday: Blog t-shirt

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This funny shirt is the best thing I've found in a long time. It should be required work attire for all bloggers, don't you think? xoxo

[Thanks, Rachel]

Fashion Friday: My short hair for summer!

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I had a doctor's appointment a couple days ago (more about that next week...), but before the appointment, I got my hair cut just in time for summer. This was a long time coming, trust me -- you know how your hair starts to get in your face and just become all-around unruly? Well, that's how mine was getting...times a million! So, I'm sporting a shorter 'do for the summer. It feels so refreshing! What do you think, friends? Do you sport shorter hair during the summer? xoxo

P.S. I love how Harry photobombed my last photo! :)

P.P.S. More summer hair love.

Fashion Friday: 6 colorful pouches

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My mom has this pretty pink pouch, and every time she takes it out of her purse, I'm always so tempted to steal it. And then I discovered Anne-Claire Petit's amazing line of crocheted pouches. The size and the color has me sold! Maybe now I can make my mom jealous! xoxo

P.S. I love the airmail one!

[Via Eat Drink Chic]

Fashion Friday: Pastel nail polish

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In light of the new pops of color on the blog this week, I couldn't help but smile when I discovered Essie's 2013 Resort Collection, including such shades as Play Date, First Timer, Come Here, In The Cab-ana, Haute As Hello and Butler Please. Why can't pastels be in fashion all year long? Yeah, someone should start a petition for that. Which color is your favorite? xoxo

 

P.S. Hmm, I wonder which color would go best with my polo shirts...here's a handy color chart. :)

Fashion Friday: Colorful slippers

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I have a horrible habit of losing slippers. My mother will get me a pair for Christmas, and by the time Valentine's Day rolls around, my one lonely slipper is heartbroken because he's missing his mate. I once had a pair of red Rover the Dog slippers (remember him...?), and they made my feet feel like they were resting on a cloud. But what happened? You guessed it -- I lost them. Both feet. I'm thinking that if I had a pair of these colorful slippers from Europe-based Chattelles Paris, I'd be extra careful not to lose them. And you can even choose your own tassel color. How fun is that? xoxo

Fashion Friday: Downton Abbey wedding dresses

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As if my obsession with Downton Abbey couldn't get any worse...didn't you love the look and style of Lady Mary's dress, especially the long veil? And, these 1920s-inspired wedding dresses are just as gorgeous...

Sarah Seven fall 2013

Temperley London Viva

Temperley London Laelia

Samuelle Couture Amelie

 

Which one is your favorite, friends? Would you choose a vintage gown for your wedding? Did you? xoxo

 

[Via 100 Layer Cake]

Fashion Friday: Banana Republic's Mad Men spring collection

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Even though it's completely out of my price range, I'm still in love with Banana Republic's newest Mad Men collection. The collection, inspired by the show's characters, is a clever nod to the classic fashion and style of the late '60s.

The colors. The patterns. It all comes together so perfectly, doesn't it? You can shop the collection here.

 

P.S. The history of my Mad Men obsession.

Fashion Friday: Floral shoes for spring

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Well, it's March 1st, and you know what that means, don't you? Spring is just around the corner...in 19 days, to be exact! Can you tell I'm just a wee bit excited for warm weather and sunshine? How fun would it be to step into spring rocking a pair of Keds for Madewell? I'd love to get a pair custom-made for myself, and I love how bright, cheery and fresh they look -- just like the perfect spring day! xoxo

P.S. More spring fashions and spring fling fun. :)

Fashion Friday: Heart rings

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Oh, you know, just some post-Valentine's Day heart-y goodness (pun intended...)...

1. Rose gold knot ring, $22
2. Gold vermeil band, $24
3. Initial ring, $25
4. Solid gold tiny heart ring, $75
5. Vintage bronze heart ring, $33.59

Wouldn't a heart ring make a beautifully unique engagement ring, friends?

Fashion Friday: Cats In Clothes

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Talk about fancy felines! As if I wasn't already a self-described (and proud!) cat lady, leave it to artist Heather Mattoon to give me another reason to say, "Awww." She began her series Cats In Clothes when she painted her adorable -- and stylish -- cat wearing a trench coat. The series has since expanded to include other fabulous felines, each dressed in duds that reflect their personality. I love how each print comes with a hilarious description of its subject. That's Morris James Fischer, above, who is well-dressed, has great manners and is very observant. A few more cuties that caught my eye...

Savannah is a city girl, feminine and fierce! She takes kick-boxing classes and works as a wine buying consultant.

Brewster does not like walking to school in the snow.

Elise is 3 years old. She likes to eat clovers from the back yard. She says " I love you clover!" and then gobbles them up, she says it tastes like lemon.

Cooper walks alone most of the time, wondering where he left his journal last.

Mattoon even designs greeting cards and offers custom prints of your cat! Hmmm...I can just picture Harry in a dapper suit and Stella in a Sue Sylvester-inspired track suit. xoxo

[Via Honestly WTF]

Fashion Friday: Animal necklaces

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Texas-based jewelry designer Sierra makes these simple and delicate animal necklaces for her Etsy shop Manic Trout. Aren't they awesome? I love the little moose... xoxo

Fashion Friday: 7 funny cat sweatshirts

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My mom has this sweatshirt. It's black and emblazoned with the words "Property of my cats." She loves it. In fact, she wears it all the time, and I honestly think she believes those four words. I've always said that I'd never wear a shirt like that in broad daylight. But then these seven cat-themed sweatshirts caught my eye...

(Sweatshirts from left to right: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)

Will I someday follow in my mother's feline-loving footsteps and become a cat lady? Who knows...would you wear these, friends? xoxo

[Top photo via Pinterest]

Fashion Friday: Tattoo love

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Well, leave it to Pinterest to send me daydreaming about tattoos this morning. Ahhh, that Madeline one gets me!! xoxo

 

P.S. More tattoo love, including a haters tattoo, a shooting star tattoo, a happy tattoo and summer tattoos.