Friday Finds: J.Crew Swimwear

Happy Friday! The long weekend is finally here! I am especially thrilled because our boat is getting delivered today! We are so excited to take it out and learn the ropes of the lake. The only bummer is that it is going to be cold this weekend. And by cold, I really mean only in the 60's. Last weekend was  just so gorgeous and hot! It would have been nice to take the boat out then! I should not complain though. It definitely could be worse. It is going to be sunny, we're getting a boat, and it's a long weekend - that's fantastic in my book.

I don't know if you noticed (who am I kidding? I am sure you did), but J.Crew came out with a crazy amount of new items this week! Of course, it's all fabulous, but I am trying not to look since I am still doing the closet remix challenge! (Day 24, if you're wondering!) Anyway, I could not help but notice the printed swimwear. Loving it! Of course, we already know and love the punk floral print (#4 below), but now we're also talking thistle, pineapple and kiwi! Obviously, with the boat delivery, I am mentally planning out my swimwear for the summer. So, in honor of the Memorial Day weekend and kick off to boating season, I am bringing you Friday Finds: J.Crew Swimwear!

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Of course, we already know and love the punk floral print (#4 above), but now we're also talking thistle, pineapple and kiwi! I think the pineapple print is my favorite - so adorable! Not really into the prints? The striped bikini is a classic way to go. And guess what?! Through May 26, you can get up to $75 off your purchase in stores and online with the code SHOPNOW. Woo hoo!

Which is your favorite? 
What is your go-to swimwear style?

P.S. I am very honored to be featured on a few great blogs this week! It is always a huge compliment to be recognized by fellow bloggers, so I am definitely flattered! Check out their posts this weekend when you have some time!

Get Your Pretty On - Pretty of the Week

Opal and Violet - Insta-Inspired

still being [molly] - #YOLO Monday Faves

Elegance and Mommyhood - Week's Best Looks

Have a great Memorial Day weekend! See you Monday!

Three-fer Thursday Link Up

Thank you to those of you that participated in our first Three-fer Thursday link up last week! We enjoyed your posts and had a hard time selecting only three to feature!

 

Jenn of The Brandied Pear showed us how to dress casually while still looking put together.

 We love her floral blazer!

Whitley of Simply Whit in a Sequined Life looks adorable in her nautical skirt paired with mint and pops of coral! 

Elizabeth of Book of Leisure is rocking candy colors and her Fan Fringe necklace! 

How it works:

Three-fer Thursday is a linkup party where you submit your favorite post from the week and link it up here at Everyday Fashion and Finance and Perfectly Coutured. The following Thursday, we will choose three of those posts that we particularly enjoyed and then share them with all of you! If you're one of the chosen three, we will email you on Wednesday evening to let you know so you can post about it on your blog (if you want)!

This week we also have a fabulous co-host joining us for the link up - Libby of Glimpse of Glam! We are both followers of Libby's blog and are thrilled to have her co-hosting with us this week. Be sure to check out all the fabulous fashion, recipes and DIY projects on her blog!

Requirements:

Your post can be about anything fashion related! Think of it as show and tell for your favorite post that you have worked so hard on! We do ask that you please follow Everyday Fashion and Finance,  Perfectly Coutured and our co-host Glimpse of Glam in order to link up. Also, don't forget to post a link back to Three-fer Thursday so that people can come visit! Feel free to use the button below or you can create your own text link if you prefer. 

Why should you link up?

Do you like discovering new blogs and building new relationships with other bloggers? We know we do and Three-fer Thursday is a way for us to do just that!

Be sure to link up below for your chance to be featured next week!  

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Memorial Day BBQ Necessities

Happy Wednesday! Memorial Day Weekend is even closer now! Can you tell I am excited for a four day weekend?! I am so lucky to have a holiday from work on both Friday and Monday, so tomorrow IS my Friday! Yippee! Earlier this week, we talked about what to wear to kick off the summer. I styled some outfits to keep you looking chic all weekend long! I am still thinking about that striped maxi dress. Love that one! As we inch closer to the holiday weekend, I put together some necessities for a fun-filled and stylish Memorial Day BBQ!

Umbrella | Ice Bucket | Condiment Set | Margarita Pitcher and Glasses | 2-Piece Chip and Dip Set | Lantern String Lights | Citronella Candles | Red Placemat | Blue Placemat | Margaritaville | Flatware Caddy

As you know, I have "lake house" on the brain almost 24/7 these days. It's a nice distracter from the closet remix challenge (10 more days...not that I'm counting or anything). As I am planning decor, I am also planning what I will need to host BBQs with family and friends. You do not need to go crazy, but a couple of bright colored and decorative pieces will go a long way. For instance, cute placemats and lanterns or string lights do a lot for the setting, but do not break the bank. Additionally, as someone who has hosted many outdoor parties and tailgates in the recent years, I have gotten an enormous amount of use out of my flatware caddy. Again, it doesn't break the bank, but it is a stylish way to set out your flatware and napkins. Bonus - it also keeps the napkins from blowing away in the wind! That's so annoying, right? You want to be enjoying yourself, not picking up napkins all the time! But of all the items I have, the Margaritaville Frozen Concoction Maker is the most fun! We received this as a wedding gift, and it really does make the perfect frozen margarita! No lie. It blends the ice gradually into the pitcher, so it is the perfect consistency. Although pricey, it is worth it! We are excited to move this fun guy to the lake house soon! Lastly, I am loving that condiment set from Target! So cute and fun (and on sale)!

What are your plans for the holiday weekend?

What are your necessities for a BBQ?

What to Wear: Wedding Season

It's that time of year again, when church bells are ringing and love is in the air! Yup, that's right- it's wedding season!  I've teamed up with Bethany from Perfectly Coutured and Renee from Style with a Story to bring you What to Wear: Wedding Season!

You've received the invitation for your friend's wedding in the mail, and happily started shopping for the perfect gift, when all of a sudden it hits you...what on earth are you going to wear?! 

We've come up with some helpful tips to guide you as you plan for the big event!

Looking at the invitation will of course help you in knowing where to start in terms of what kind of wedding it is.  Does the intricacy of the invitation point to formal wedding, or does the simplicity of the invitation point to a casual wedding?  Commonly, if it's a black tie affair, the bride will include that on the invitation.

The setting of the wedding will likely determine your attire.  If it's outdoors, avoid anything too flowy in case you get caught in a bad wind storm.  If it's a beach wedding, avoid stilettos that will sink into the sand.

Daytime Wedding/ Casual Wedding

Casual usually means anything goes, but to be on the safe side, dressing business casual is a wise choice!

For her

• a floral dress
• a skirt and a sweater set with heels
• a light colored suit
• a pretty hat that coordinates with your outfit
• light makeup and natural hair
• minimal jewelry- dangly earrings would be the perfect touch

For him

• a light colored suit, especially linen or seersucker in the summertime
• a dress shirt, tie and dress pants (dress this look up with a blazer)

ModCloth Dress |  Steven Ravesh Heels | ASOS Clutch | Poshlocket Earrings | Prada Sunglasses

Semi-formal Evening Wedding

Semi-formal wedding attire varies depending on the time of the wedding, however it is wise to lean more towards a formal look.

For her

• a cocktail dress 
• a dressy suit
• a dressy skirt and top
• light makeup with a dramatic eye, sleek or curled hair, moderate jewelry

For him

• a dark suit
• a blazer with slacks and a nice tie

Dress  | Heels | Bag | Earrings | Bracelet

Black Tie Wedding

This is the most formal of all wedding dress codes and generally means the wedding is an evening affair.

For her

• a formal dress, sometimes floor length
• a fancy cocktail dress
• beaded or sequins clutches or purses and fancy wraps
• glamorous jewelry and dramatic makeup and hair

For him

• a tuxedo is the only way to go.  If you don't have one, you should rent one.

Gown | Sandals | Clutch | Earrings | Bracelet 

What NOT to Wear

1.) Do not wear white.  

Although this rule may be seem old-fashioned and outdated, don't test it...unless of course you want various scowls thrown your way! :) It's the bride's big day and you wouldn't want it to look like you're trying to upstage her.

2.) Do not wear black to a daytime wedding. 

 Black is too dark and drab for a daytime wedding. Chose something with a lighter, airy feel. 

3.) Jeans

 Jeans are never acceptable to wear to a wedding, no matter how casual the wedding seems.

4.) Anything sexy or too revealing.

If you wouldn't want your friend's grandma to see you in the dress, it's likely you shouldn't wear it!

5.) Anything with holes, rips, stains, or something too big/small for you.

Keep it classy and elegant.  You'll be in tons of pictures and you should want to look your best!

6.) Anything sleeveless or strapless to a religious wedding.  

Be respectful and bring a wrap or jacket to cover your shoulders.

Do you have any weddings lined up for the summer?

Don't forget to hop on over to Renee and Bethany's Blogs and say hello!

What to Wear: Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day Weekend marks the unofficial start of the summer season! It is one of my favorite weekends of the year for that reason. It kicks off fun-filled days of sun, barbecuing, boating and the beach! It is also time to break out all of our fun summer clothes that have been stored away since the fall. We're talking sun dresses, bright swimwear, sandals, maxi dresses, shorts, wedges - the list goes on! But, how do we decide what to wear to the first event of the summer season?! So. Much. Pressure. Whether you're going to a barbecue, a block party or on a boat, I've styled some looks to keep you looking chic all weekend long.

Chambray | Shorts | Espadrilles | Straw Tote | Watch | Bracelet | Earrings | Belt | Sunglasses

I don't know about where you live, but the weather can still be a bit unpredictable in Michigan during Memorial Day Weekend. Chambray is a great transition piece between seasons and pairing it with white shorts or pants and nautical accents gives it a festive, summer feel while still dressing comfortably for the temperature. I am all about the nautical accents this season, but who isn't? Plus, you can't go wrong wearing some red, white and blue this weekend as we honor the men and women who have died for this country!

Maxi Dress | Wedges | Clutch | Necklace |  Watch | Bracelet | Sunglasses

Oh, stripes. And a maxi. Need I say more? We tend to think that summer fashion is all about bright colors, but don't forget about the neutrals. A striped maxi dress is a classic look for the summer, and I am loving it styled with the tortoise flower necklace and straw clutch. This outfit is a great example of how to subtly pair blacks and browns. This dress is an excellent canvas, as it can also be styled a number of different ways with bright colors and accessories all summer long. You can't go wrong with a classic maxi.

Beach Towel | Tote | Bandeau Top | Bikini Bottoms | Sunglasses | Cover-up | Sandals 

If you're lucky enough to be hitting up the beach or out on a boat this weekend, you will need a few necessities - number one being a fabulous swimsuit! How adorable is this J.Crew suit? I love the pin tucked bandeau top and bow bottoms! Don't forget to pack your sunglasses and some light reading material in a cute tote!

I will be spending Memorial Day Weekend at our lake house. Although it is all torn up, and we are still working on it, we will also make some time to relax on the lake, if the weather is nice! Our boat gets delivered on Friday, so we will take it out for a spin and learn the ropes! I am definitely looking forward kicking off the summer season with a fabulous four day weekend! Too bad it's only Monday...

What are your plans for the holiday weekend? 

What will you be wearing?

Linking Up with: Style Sessions

Featured on Polyvore!

Happy Saturday! Just a quick weekend post to share that Everyday Fashion and Finance is featured on Polyvore! Do you remember the Look for Less: Skirts post from earlier this week? Well, it was selected for Polyvore's Brilliant Blogger Sets of the Week! I am very thrilled and honored that they recognized and highlighted one of my Polyvore sets! Hop on over to Polyvore and check out the other featured sets! Hope everyone is having a great weekend!

Friday Finds: C.Wonder

Happy Friday, everyone! I have been looking forward to this Friday Finds post all week. You see, I am very fortunate to live within ten minutes of one of the top upscale shopping malls in the country - The Somerset Collection. As a result, I am lucky to have many great stores accessible to me. Even so, there are still a few stores that this mall does not have that I have been longing to go to. One of those stores is C.Wonder. I browse the C.Wonder website frequently and am so jealous of all my Instagram friends who can physically shop there. So, imagine my excitement earlier this week when I read that C.Wonder would be opening one of its first Midwest stores practically in my backyard!! Further research informed me that the store is scheduled to open this fall. I still have a few months to wait, but I am SO PUMPED! I thought it would be fun to dedicate this Friday Finds post to C.Wonder. I love the brightness of C.Wonder, and I am particularly loving all the nautical accents the store is currently featuring. So much lake house potential here! C.Wonder is unique as it offers clothing, jewelry, accessories and home decor that is timeless, but with a fresh twist. Check out some of my current favorites below.

Enamel Initial Bracelet | Anchor Necklace | Dress | Ikat Tray with Nautical Inserts

 Tote | Cork Flats |  Cast Iron Anchor Bottle Opener |  Chevron Glasses

Are you loving C.Wonder as much as I am?

Do you have a store in your area?

P.S. Did you see yesterday's Three-fer Thursday Link Up? Link up your blog, meet some new blog buddies, and maybe you will be one of the featured three next week!