Wish List :: Skirts

skirts by quartknee42 featuring a polka dot skirt

Every year when it starts getting warmer, I immediately feel like I'm lacking in warm-weather clothes.  This year is no different, and I feel like most of my skirts are either more conservative like a pencil skirt, or better for the weekend.  My closet is definitely lacking in moderate length but fun skirts so I couldn't help but do a little online window shopping tonight.

Chambray Love

chambray, red, leopard, + black by quartknee42 featuring a leather buckle belt

chambray + black maxi by quartknee42 featuring gold gladiator sandals

chambray, teal, and leopard by quartknee42 featuring tahitian pearl stud earrings

My chambray button-up is easily one of the most worn pieces in my closet, yet I still hear people calling it a "Canadian Tuxedo" when worn with other denim pieces.  I think that pairing it with denim is perfectly fine, so long as they're two different colors of denim, but there are also many other ways to wear this versatile item.  I took one simple chambray top from American Eagle and have created three different ways to wear it for a variety of occasions.

Smile

Despite the spring rain we got in Portland all week I had quite a few things that put a smile on my face.  

1. Tulips from work that help support the March of Dimes

2. Updating my closet with some spring colors and patterns

3. Delicious mango drink from Saucebox 

Lauren Conrad's Spring Line

 {Pointelle Bow Sweater}

 {Polka Dot Pleated Dress}

 {Floral Dolman Top}

{Lace Chiffon Top}

I saw some of Lauren Conrad's spring collection last weekend at Kohl's but I didn't spend a lot of time looking at it.  Finally, I looked at her items online, and there are quite a few things that I would love to add to my closet from the newest collection!  As you can tell, the majority of my "wish list" items are in this pretty peach/light pink color which I think would be a fun addition to anyone's closet.

Nordstrom Spring Designer Preview 2012

 {Justine & I}

{Runway, pre-show}

Last night I had the opportunity to volunteer at the Nordstrom Spring Designer Preview fashion show again.  I had a great time looking at all of the designer fashions, and also seeing how the outfits were styled.  One of my favorite things about the show was the model's hair, that was in some sort of chignon/bun look - very chic.  Unfortunately my iPhone wasn't able to take the best pictures, so this is the only "runway" picture that turned out somewhat decent.  Thank you to my best pal Justine for working for such an awesome organization so we could get into the show for free!

Trend Watch :: Ladylike Purses

ladylike purses by quartknee42 featuring zippered tote bags

I've already blogged about a couple of spring's fashion trends (Polka dots and color blocking) that I'm looking forward to, but I couldn't help but add another to the list.  The idea of a ladylike purse is so fun and refreshingly structured compared to a tote bag or hobo style purse.  I especially love ones with a top handle, so that you can carry it in a different way.

Trend Watch: Color Blocking

colorblock by quartknee42 featuring flap handbags

The weather that we have had this past week has made me long for the warmer days of spring and summer.  I couldn't help day dreaming of a time when I can start wearing my high heels and flats again.  Also, I'm excited to wear bright color blocking, in addition to tangerine.  I haven't stopped color blocking this fall/winter but it will be nice to add in some brighter items!

The Kick Off!

{Blouse: Lauren Conrad for Kohl's, Jeans: Jcrew, Heels: Urban Outfitters}

I'm so excited to start another 30 for 30 challenge!  The combination of orange and teal is somewhat more fall than spring, but frankly the weather hasn't been acting like spring so why not?  I'd love to check out your outfits from the challenge so leave me a comment if you're participating!