Travelling Lore

Spring here in Northern Virginia came in with some snow, but that still didn't dampen my craving to break out some warmer weather clothes.  Thankfully today was a little warmer and I was able to stay comfortable in a lightweight cardigan instead of a wool sweater.  Lately I've been browsing around online for some Spring fashion inspiration and tucked away a few items that I've been eyeing.  Two staples that I'm hoping to add to my wardrobe this year are a denim jacket and leopard flats.  So far this jacket from Loft and these flats from BP are front runners.   Skirt: H&M | Bracelet: Kiel James Patrick | Flats: BP | Belt: Kiel James Patrick  | Necklace: BP  | Blouse: J. Crew Factory | Denim Jacket: Loft | Sandals: Sole Society | Polo: H&M What are some staples you're hoping to add to your closet this Spring?

Before I head down to Florida (no thanks to winter storm Thor for delaying my travel for two days!), I assembled a collage of affordable bikini, cover up, and sandal options from which to choose, all under $50.  I personally purchased the grey H&M bikini, but in the pink and black combo.  See below for some poolside essentials! J Crew factory black floral cover up | H&M floral bikini ( top , bottom ) | H&M grey bikini ( top , bottom ) | Target sunglasses | Target flip flops | Victoria's Secret floral cover up | J Crew Factory green bikini ( top , bottom ) | Target fringe sandals | Victoria's Secret pink cover up | J Crew Factory floral bikini ( top , bottom ) | Target mesh beach tote By the way, Target is currently having a buy one get one 50% off sale for spring break clothing and accessories.  The flip flops and sandals linked above are included in this sale.  I bought the flip flops in gold last summer and they're incredibly comfortabl...

Let me start off by saying that I have no intention on making this blog's primary theme about fashion.  Unless it's a fashion blog about daily or weekly outfits, new clothes purchases are an expensive thing to blog about and I'd rather put my money elsewhere.  Also, the prices of some brands out there are ridiculous.  However, I do enjoy an afternoon of shopping every now and then as many women do.  No shame in that. I hadn't gone on a big shopping spree in quite a while and was looking to update my wardrobe with some chic basics to incorporate both in and out of the office.  I was inspired, via Pinterest, by the chic, modern-day Audrey Hepburn look meets casual prep (minus all the polo stuff...not my thing) with some nautical notes mixed in.  It sounds like a lot going on, but obviously you don't have to mix all of these looks into one outfit.  So, without further ado.... H&M: white and blue jeans | white blazer (only available in blac...