For a list of participating stores, visit the Lilly Pulitzer Blog.
Note: The Pink Pelican is advertising items discounted up to 80%, and a special freebie for early bird shoppers. (Visit their blog for more details.)
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Showing posts with label Lilly Pulitzer. Show all posts
June 22, 2011
Lilly Pulitzer Sale Starts at Midnight
Yesterday's rumors have been confirmed. Lilly Pulitzer is hosting a 2-day sale event at some of our favorite Signature Stores starting at midnight, and going through Friday, June 24. My sources say that retailers are allowed to include the first couple of deliveries from the Spring Collection in this sale, but summer merchandise will not be discounted.
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For a list of participating stores, visit the Lilly Pulitzer Blog.
Note: The Pink Pelican is advertising items discounted up to 80%, and a special freebie for early bird shoppers. (Visit their blog for more details.)
For a list of participating stores, visit the Lilly Pulitzer Blog.
Note: The Pink Pelican is advertising items discounted up to 80%, and a special freebie for early bird shoppers. (Visit their blog for more details.)
June 21, 2011
Rumor Has It….
How often do you believe rumors? Do you repeat them?
I try not to spread gossip, but I heard a rumor today that’s so juicy I just had to let you all in on it. The word in “Lillyland” is that the pink and green, preppy label is about to announce one of their rare publicized sales, with many Via stores participating and items as low as 70% off. Supposedly, the sale will start tomorrow night at Midnight. (Or more accurately, Thursday morning.) Is it true? Only time will tell… but I’m working on my wish list just in case!
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| Lilly Pulitzer Maxine Dress in Painter's Block |
I try not to spread gossip, but I heard a rumor today that’s so juicy I just had to let you all in on it. The word in “Lillyland” is that the pink and green, preppy label is about to announce one of their rare publicized sales, with many Via stores participating and items as low as 70% off. Supposedly, the sale will start tomorrow night at Midnight. (Or more accurately, Thursday morning.) Is it true? Only time will tell… but I’m working on my wish list just in case!
May 13, 2011
A Print Obsession
What would spring and summer be without some fun Lilly Pulitzer prints to kick things up a notch? When the summer collection recently debuted, one print in particular made me sit up and take notice: Hotty Pink Cherry Begonias. Ooh la la!
Obviously Lilly had a hunch that this print would be popular, because it’s available in an incredible array of pieces, including:
Now if I can only decide which lovely item to order...
(I would be remiss if I didn't tell you that the Thandie Tunic is a hot seller. If you want one, I recommend you start looking ASAP because my sources tell me it’s flying out the door!)
One final note: If you can’t get enough of this blog, be sure to “Like” Juleps & Jon Jons' new Facebook page!
Obviously Lilly had a hunch that this print would be popular, because it’s available in an incredible array of pieces, including:
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| Bloom Dress |
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| Callahan Shorts |
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| Sonia Skirt |
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| Wynne Top |
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| And the nearly sold-out Thandie Tunic |
Now if I can only decide which lovely item to order...
(I would be remiss if I didn't tell you that the Thandie Tunic is a hot seller. If you want one, I recommend you start looking ASAP because my sources tell me it’s flying out the door!)
One final note: If you can’t get enough of this blog, be sure to “Like” Juleps & Jon Jons' new Facebook page!
March 19, 2011
Lilly Mania
Most of you know by now that I have a bit of a love affair with Lilly Pulitzer clothing and accessories. So when my friend Liza, who I met through Re-Lilly, invited me to join her for the Lunch at Lilly event in Austin last weekend, I couldn’t refuse.
Believe it or not, this was my first Lunch at Lilly event. The amazing staff at Lilly Pulitzer at The Domain offered friendly advice as I tried on practically everything in the store before selecting a few lovelies to take home (along with the Lunch at Lilly gift with purchase goodies, naturally). And the fun isn’t over, because Lilly has yet to announce the lucky winner of the drawing for a trip to the Pink Palace… Fingers crossed!
I had barely caught my breath from Saturday’s shopping extravaganza when Lilly announced a three-day March Madness sale in which many of their Via shops were participating. Of course, this Lilly girl can’t resist a great sale (and some of the stores had merchandise discounted as much as 70%), so I did a teensy bit more shopping, ordering from several of my favorite Via stores, including The Village Palm, Under the Palm Tree, The Pink Door and In the Pink. (I also called my friends at Pink Bee, which I mentioned in my last post, but they didn’t have the sizes I needed. Oh well! There’s always next time!)
Of course, some of the stores were absolutely mobbed, and I’ve already been told that a few of the items I ordered online from In the Pink won’t actually make it to my house. I certainly can’t complain, though, because all in all, my Lilly stash has grown considerably in the last week.
In fact, with all of the new additions to my wardrobe, my next task should probably be a bit of closet cleaning....
Believe it or not, this was my first Lunch at Lilly event. The amazing staff at Lilly Pulitzer at The Domain offered friendly advice as I tried on practically everything in the store before selecting a few lovelies to take home (along with the Lunch at Lilly gift with purchase goodies, naturally). And the fun isn’t over, because Lilly has yet to announce the lucky winner of the drawing for a trip to the Pink Palace… Fingers crossed!
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| Meeting my friend from Re-Lilly, Liza, in person for the first time |
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| Two of the lovely ladies from Lilly Pulitzer at the Domain, Caitlin and Erin, with Liza. |
I had barely caught my breath from Saturday’s shopping extravaganza when Lilly announced a three-day March Madness sale in which many of their Via shops were participating. Of course, this Lilly girl can’t resist a great sale (and some of the stores had merchandise discounted as much as 70%), so I did a teensy bit more shopping, ordering from several of my favorite Via stores, including The Village Palm, Under the Palm Tree, The Pink Door and In the Pink. (I also called my friends at Pink Bee, which I mentioned in my last post, but they didn’t have the sizes I needed. Oh well! There’s always next time!)
Of course, some of the stores were absolutely mobbed, and I’ve already been told that a few of the items I ordered online from In the Pink won’t actually make it to my house. I certainly can’t complain, though, because all in all, my Lilly stash has grown considerably in the last week.
In fact, with all of the new additions to my wardrobe, my next task should probably be a bit of closet cleaning....
March 6, 2011
Paint By Number
As I mentioned in my last post, my mother-in-law and brother-in-law came for a visit last weekend. (This was in the middle of the stomach flu mania that had overtaken my house. Miraculously, my children perked up for the time our visitors were here, although my smaller twin came down with the bug mere hours after they left. Luckily, neither of our guests caught the virus.)
It was quite a productive trip.
My brother-in-law got to meet our twins for the first time, and he even installed two new light fixtures for us while he was here. (Have I told you how wonderful it is to have a brother-in-law who’s a contractor? Gotta love that!)
And my mother-in-law brought us two bags of yummy cheese straws made by a lady in Georgia. Now I can make cheese straws – I made two big batches at Christmas – but it’s A LOT of work. I can’t tell you how thrilled I was to have two bags hand-delivered to us in the midst of all the craziness we’ve experienced of late!
My mother-in-law also mentioned her plan to take a group photo of all eleven grandchildren during our extended family beach trip this summer, and her quest to find matching outfits. She had found the perfect Lilly Pulitzer dress for the little girls at a store in her hometown, but she needed two in size seven – and they only had one. So now she was looking for another idea.
Wait – did she say Lilly? (If you’ve been reading long, you know I consider this an area of expertise!)
I had her describe the dress to me. It turns out that the dress she was considering is the Little Lilly Shift in the Shorely Blue Paint By Numbers print, which is brand new for spring. It has to be the cutest Lilly dress for little girls I’ve ever seen.
Here it is:
And here’s a close-up. Do you see the numbered spaces that aren't colored in, like a Paint By Number that’s not yet complete? How adorable is that?
I became a woman on a mission. I had to help her find that dress. I told her to call the store in her hometown and ask them to hold the three dresses they had while I tracked down the final size seven. After calling a few of my favorite Via stores, to no avail, I called Lilly Pulitzer at The Domain in Austin, Texas (where the service is always phenomenal). Jackpot! And the best news is that they don’t charge shipping on full-priced items, so this lovely little dress was shipped to my mother-in-law for free! She was thrilled. (I hope I earned some brownie points!)
She’s thinking about having the little boys wear khaki shorts and turquoise polo shirts to match the dresses for the group photo. Personally, I love these cute turquoise and white checked shorts from Orient Expressed, paired with white polos. (Although I realize that sizes might be an issue again. We have seven boys to outfit!)
Either way, I think this is going to be a darling photo. What do you think?
It was quite a productive trip.
My brother-in-law got to meet our twins for the first time, and he even installed two new light fixtures for us while he was here. (Have I told you how wonderful it is to have a brother-in-law who’s a contractor? Gotta love that!)
And my mother-in-law brought us two bags of yummy cheese straws made by a lady in Georgia. Now I can make cheese straws – I made two big batches at Christmas – but it’s A LOT of work. I can’t tell you how thrilled I was to have two bags hand-delivered to us in the midst of all the craziness we’ve experienced of late!
My mother-in-law also mentioned her plan to take a group photo of all eleven grandchildren during our extended family beach trip this summer, and her quest to find matching outfits. She had found the perfect Lilly Pulitzer dress for the little girls at a store in her hometown, but she needed two in size seven – and they only had one. So now she was looking for another idea.
Wait – did she say Lilly? (If you’ve been reading long, you know I consider this an area of expertise!)
I had her describe the dress to me. It turns out that the dress she was considering is the Little Lilly Shift in the Shorely Blue Paint By Numbers print, which is brand new for spring. It has to be the cutest Lilly dress for little girls I’ve ever seen.
Here it is:
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| Lilly Pulitzer Little Lilly Shift in Shorely Blue Paint By Numbers |
And here’s a close-up. Do you see the numbered spaces that aren't colored in, like a Paint By Number that’s not yet complete? How adorable is that?
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| A close-up of the print |
I became a woman on a mission. I had to help her find that dress. I told her to call the store in her hometown and ask them to hold the three dresses they had while I tracked down the final size seven. After calling a few of my favorite Via stores, to no avail, I called Lilly Pulitzer at The Domain in Austin, Texas (where the service is always phenomenal). Jackpot! And the best news is that they don’t charge shipping on full-priced items, so this lovely little dress was shipped to my mother-in-law for free! She was thrilled. (I hope I earned some brownie points!)
She’s thinking about having the little boys wear khaki shorts and turquoise polo shirts to match the dresses for the group photo. Personally, I love these cute turquoise and white checked shorts from Orient Expressed, paired with white polos. (Although I realize that sizes might be an issue again. We have seven boys to outfit!)
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| Tuquoise and White Checked Shorts from Orient Expressed |
Either way, I think this is going to be a darling photo. What do you think?
September 26, 2010
The End of an Era
After five fun years, the Lilly Pulitzer store in San Antonio closed its doors for the final time yesterday. I think you all know how much I adore Lilly and can imagine how sad I feel. I will truly miss this store and its wonderful staff, who were always so friendly and so willing to help locate an item they didn’t have in store. What a tremendous loss for our community.
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| Lilly Pulitzer at The Shops at La Cantera |
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| A few of the amazing staff members on the final day |
(Notice how sadly empty the store is in the background.)
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| Kim and me |
Of course, I couldn't leave without one last purchase! I brought home the Jonah Dress in Don’t Be Koi, the Janet Dress in Off the Hook, the Lexie Crew in Lilly’s Pink (to pair with some of my skirts) and an Original Tote in Flowey Wowey.
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| My final haul from the Lilly store at La Cantera |
As sad as the day was, I came away with one exciting surprise - a sneak peek at Lilly's upcoming Resort Collection. All I can tell you is that it is SO FABULOUS that I may just have to make a trip to Austin. (Don't forget, I have three children under the age of four. I do not routinely schlep to Austin, but for this new collection, I WILL.) You will see some of your favorite styles from recent seasons returning in to-die-for prints, along with some gorgeous new styles, and a lot of pieces that will be perfect for that long-awaited vacation. And of course the names of the new prints are so cute, so tongue-in-cheek, so Lilly...
September 17, 2010
Sale Alert: 75% Off Lilly Pulitzer Spring and Summer
If you're like me, you may have over-indulged in spring and summer's gorgeous Lilly Pulitzer prints, but now at the end of the season find yourself still wishing for a few items you neglected to purchase. Well, I have just the remedy for that. The Pink Bee, a Lilly Pulitzer Via Shop in Greenville, SC, has marked down their spring and summer Lilly to a whopping 75% off! (Yes, you read that correctly.) Their website doesn't reflect their entire stock, so if there's an item (or two or three) that you're interested in, give them a call. (The phone number is 864-271-4332.)
I spoke with Barbara when I called and she couldn't have been sweeter (even when I got distracted and forgot to include part of my order the first time). I can't wait to receive my Merianne top and the swim trunks I ordered for my oldest son - both in the Fresh Catch Toile, naturally.
Wishing you a very Lilly day!
I spoke with Barbara when I called and she couldn't have been sweeter (even when I got distracted and forgot to include part of my order the first time). I can't wait to receive my Merianne top and the swim trunks I ordered for my oldest son - both in the Fresh Catch Toile, naturally.
Wishing you a very Lilly day!
September 15, 2010
A Vintage Find
My love affair with vintage style is no secret. You may recall a post earlier this summer in which I mentioned that I was considering adding some vintage looks to my own wardrobe. Soon after that, I came across a fabulous first piece at my favorite upscale resale shop. It's a vintage Lilly Pulitzer skort, which I believe is from the 70’s (though I’m not absolutely certain).
Believe it or not, the proprietors of the shop said they almost didn’t accept it because they weren’t sure any of their clientele would be interested in “something so old.” (I KNOW. What were they thinking?) Two days after it arrived, I walked in to browse their selection of Lilly and asked if they ever get any vintage pieces. Thank goodness I did, because it did not have a size tag and they put it in with the mediums, where I may not have seen it.
Here it is in all its glory:
Believe it or not, the proprietors of the shop said they almost didn’t accept it because they weren’t sure any of their clientele would be interested in “something so old.” (I KNOW. What were they thinking?) Two days after it arrived, I walked in to browse their selection of Lilly and asked if they ever get any vintage pieces. Thank goodness I did, because it did not have a size tag and they put it in with the mediums, where I may not have seen it.
Here it is in all its glory:
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| I paired it with a simple white tee and a necklace from Talbots. |
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| A close-up of the print. Can you see the hidden “Lilly” signature? |
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| The vintage Lilly Pulitzer label. |
August 13, 2010
Friday Favorites: Lilly Pulitzer Fall Line
When many bloggers stared posting listings of their favorite items from Lilly Pulitzer’s fall line a few weeks ago, I decided to hold my vote until I’d had a chance to see some of the pieces in person.
Viewing the clothing online, my initial impression was that it looked like the line contained a lot of gorgeous party dresses. Now I adore party dresses as much as any other girly-girl, but the reality of my life and my closet is that I only need a few each season. What I need most for fall are beautiful items that translate to my day-to-day life: play dates, preschool pick-up, Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) meetings, church, charitable activities, and dinners out. One of the reasons I love Lilly for spring and summer wear is that there are a lot of cotton dresses, skirts, and cardigans that work for my lifestyle (which means they’re cute, but also easy to move in and machine washable), and I really wondered if this year’s fall line would hold the same appeal.
Now that I’ve had a chance to see the initial fall offerings at my local Lilly store, I am happy to report that it does. Here are a few of my favorites:
The Lulu in True Navy Skindalous
If you are a Lilly lover who has not tried this style, get yourself to a Lilly Pulitzer store right now! I find this dress to be an extremely flattering hourglass fit, and this style is polished enough to be appropriate for church, charity meetings or dinners at the club. This fall it’s available in several adorable prints.
The Adalie Wrap Dress in Shorely Blue Serenity
In addition to being a great overall day dress, this would be perfect for our fall trip to the Texas coast. (I'm really in love with this print!)
The Worth Shift in Cameo White Flowey Wowey
"Wow" is right! This is another great day dress in a to-die-for print. If the straight cut of the Worth Shift is not to your liking, the print also comes in this fabulous Roslyn Skirt, of which I am a fan.
Last, but not least, I wanted to share one find that I have not had the pleasure of seeing in person.
The Conrad Sweater in Multi Lotus
This adorable creation makes my must-have list because it looks like the perfect piece to pair with my jeans and boots when the weather here in San Antonio finally turns cool. I can’t wait to see this one for myself.
And of course, Lilly makes fantastic coordinating cardigans and sweaters which are perfect to layer over any of the sleeveless dresses when the temperature drops. This makes these dresses a perfect fall investment because you can wear them now and continue to wear them as the season progresses!
What about you? What Lilly items and and prints are you excited about for fall?
Viewing the clothing online, my initial impression was that it looked like the line contained a lot of gorgeous party dresses. Now I adore party dresses as much as any other girly-girl, but the reality of my life and my closet is that I only need a few each season. What I need most for fall are beautiful items that translate to my day-to-day life: play dates, preschool pick-up, Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) meetings, church, charitable activities, and dinners out. One of the reasons I love Lilly for spring and summer wear is that there are a lot of cotton dresses, skirts, and cardigans that work for my lifestyle (which means they’re cute, but also easy to move in and machine washable), and I really wondered if this year’s fall line would hold the same appeal.
Now that I’ve had a chance to see the initial fall offerings at my local Lilly store, I am happy to report that it does. Here are a few of my favorites:
The Lulu in True Navy Skindalous
If you are a Lilly lover who has not tried this style, get yourself to a Lilly Pulitzer store right now! I find this dress to be an extremely flattering hourglass fit, and this style is polished enough to be appropriate for church, charity meetings or dinners at the club. This fall it’s available in several adorable prints.
The Adalie Wrap Dress in Shorely Blue Serenity
In addition to being a great overall day dress, this would be perfect for our fall trip to the Texas coast. (I'm really in love with this print!)
The Worth Shift in Cameo White Flowey Wowey
"Wow" is right! This is another great day dress in a to-die-for print. If the straight cut of the Worth Shift is not to your liking, the print also comes in this fabulous Roslyn Skirt, of which I am a fan.
Last, but not least, I wanted to share one find that I have not had the pleasure of seeing in person.
The Conrad Sweater in Multi Lotus
This adorable creation makes my must-have list because it looks like the perfect piece to pair with my jeans and boots when the weather here in San Antonio finally turns cool. I can’t wait to see this one for myself.
And of course, Lilly makes fantastic coordinating cardigans and sweaters which are perfect to layer over any of the sleeveless dresses when the temperature drops. This makes these dresses a perfect fall investment because you can wear them now and continue to wear them as the season progresses!
What about you? What Lilly items and and prints are you excited about for fall?
July 20, 2010
How do you “Lilly”?
Bethany at Maryland Pink and Green is asking readers to submit photos of themselves outfitted in their Lilly Pulitzer fashions to showcase how different people style their finds. She will post the photos on her blog and choose one participant at random to win a set of Lilly Pulitzer coasters. If you like to “Lilly,” stop by her blog and submit your photo before Sunday, June 24.
Have fun!
Taylor Angino, summer intern at Lilly Pulitzer, pictured with Carson Kressley at the Devon Horse Show. Photo from the Lilly Pulitzer Blog.
Have fun!
Taylor Angino, summer intern at Lilly Pulitzer, pictured with Carson Kressley at the Devon Horse Show. Photo from the Lilly Pulitzer Blog.
June 29, 2010
Another Year Come and Gone...
Today is my birthday, but my big celebration was last weekend. On Sunday, my husband and I left the children with a babysitter and went to Wildfish, which is a fabulous restaurant. You must visit if you happen to find yourself in San Antonio. We started with their famous calamari (in an asian-inspired sauce) and for the main course I ordered salmon served with a pineapple salsa that was heavenly. And don’t even get me started on the stuffed potato. It was the size of a football! (No kidding. I should have taken a photo to share with you. Maybe next time.)
The night before, my boys gave me a Lilly Pulitzer gift card, which my husband encouraged me to spend right away. I’m sure you’ll be surprised by what I got, because it’s not an item I’ve mentioned before.
It’s the Iris Skort in Hotty Pink Full Sun, which is a great gift from my children since I can wear it with a cute T-shirt or tank during the day. (It also looks adorable with the sweater shown above, but let’s face it – sweater weather is a distant memory here in San Antonio.) Technically, this skort was intended for golfing, but as a mom I love skorts for everyday wear because they look like skirts, but have shorts underneath to give me a little discretion as I bend, reach and run after my kids. I have a number of Prussia Skorts from previous years that are among my go-to items.
In addition to the Lilly gift card, my husband gave me something else I’ve been wanting for a while – an Amazon Kindle. (He actually gave this to me a few weeks ago. He has a really tough time keeping a secret.) I am thrilled with the Kindle, as is my husband, because now when we travel I can tuck it into my handbag and not have to lug a stack of books with me. (Yes, I am one of THOSE PEOPLE. I always want to make sure I have all the reading material I could possibly want when I travel, so I take tons of books. And I usually end up stopping at the airport bookstore and buying something anyway. My husband finds these habits maddening!) The Kindle makes this drama unnecessary because I can keep all of my books right at my fingertips and I can order new books and newspapers at the moment I want them and they are delivered wirelessly to the device.
For those of you who are dying to know what’s on my Kindle, here you go:
The very first book I ordered was Social Climbers by the lovely Mrs. Beth Dunn. What a fun read! If you have not read it yet, I have one question for you: What are you waiting for? And if you have not yet checked out Beth Dunn's adorable blog, make sure you pay her a visit. One thing I know for sure is that this girl LOVES fashion and she has a to-die-for wardrobe to prove it.
Well that is all I have for you right now. My children are napping, so I think it is time for me to go curl up with my Kindle and enjoy the rest of my birthday!
The night before, my boys gave me a Lilly Pulitzer gift card, which my husband encouraged me to spend right away. I’m sure you’ll be surprised by what I got, because it’s not an item I’ve mentioned before.
It’s the Iris Skort in Hotty Pink Full Sun, which is a great gift from my children since I can wear it with a cute T-shirt or tank during the day. (It also looks adorable with the sweater shown above, but let’s face it – sweater weather is a distant memory here in San Antonio.) Technically, this skort was intended for golfing, but as a mom I love skorts for everyday wear because they look like skirts, but have shorts underneath to give me a little discretion as I bend, reach and run after my kids. I have a number of Prussia Skorts from previous years that are among my go-to items.
In addition to the Lilly gift card, my husband gave me something else I’ve been wanting for a while – an Amazon Kindle. (He actually gave this to me a few weeks ago. He has a really tough time keeping a secret.) I am thrilled with the Kindle, as is my husband, because now when we travel I can tuck it into my handbag and not have to lug a stack of books with me. (Yes, I am one of THOSE PEOPLE. I always want to make sure I have all the reading material I could possibly want when I travel, so I take tons of books. And I usually end up stopping at the airport bookstore and buying something anyway. My husband finds these habits maddening!) The Kindle makes this drama unnecessary because I can keep all of my books right at my fingertips and I can order new books and newspapers at the moment I want them and they are delivered wirelessly to the device.
For those of you who are dying to know what’s on my Kindle, here you go:
The very first book I ordered was Social Climbers by the lovely Mrs. Beth Dunn. What a fun read! If you have not read it yet, I have one question for you: What are you waiting for? And if you have not yet checked out Beth Dunn's adorable blog, make sure you pay her a visit. One thing I know for sure is that this girl LOVES fashion and she has a to-die-for wardrobe to prove it.
Well that is all I have for you right now. My children are napping, so I think it is time for me to go curl up with my Kindle and enjoy the rest of my birthday!
June 26, 2010
Sale Alert: Sharing the Wealth
I think by now you know how much I LOVE sales. I am always on the lookout for items of interest at extraordinarily low prices. So I was thrilled to discover the wealth of interesting boutiques that are being featured on sample sale site Rue La La this week. (Yes, I mention Rue La La quite often, but that's because there is so much to swoon over on that site!)
Tomorrow (June 27): Raynaud Limoges
Do you adore fine china? I know I do, and Raynaud Limoges makes a lot of beautiful, drool-worthy patterns like Cristobal and Heloise. If you are in the market for some gorgeous new dinnerware, this boutique should merit a visit.
Cristobal by Raynaud
Heloise by Raynaud
Monday (June 28): Hunter Dixon
I first became aware of Hunter Dixon when the superbly feminine clothing line garnered a mention from Jessica at The Love List a few weeks ago. The gorgeous frocks immediately captured my attention, so of course I was thrilled to discover that some of their pieces will be offered at a discount.
White Swan Dress from Hunter Dixon
Struthers Dress from Hunter Dixon
Tuesday (June 29) Lilly Pulitzer for Garnet Hill
If you fancy the idea of brightening your abode with Lilly’s signature bedding and bath collections (which are designed in conjunction with Garnet Hill), you will want to hop over to Rue La La on Tuesday for a visit to the Garnet Hill boutique. This promises to be a very colorful event!
Lilly Pulitzer for Garnet Hill Treasure Chest Bedding
If you still need an invitation to join Rue La La, click here. Trust me when I tell you that the deals Rue La La offers are worth the moment it takes to fill out the membership information. And don’t forget: the sale always starts promptly at 11 a.m. EST!
Tomorrow (June 27): Raynaud Limoges
Do you adore fine china? I know I do, and Raynaud Limoges makes a lot of beautiful, drool-worthy patterns like Cristobal and Heloise. If you are in the market for some gorgeous new dinnerware, this boutique should merit a visit.
Cristobal by Raynaud
Heloise by Raynaud
Monday (June 28): Hunter Dixon
I first became aware of Hunter Dixon when the superbly feminine clothing line garnered a mention from Jessica at The Love List a few weeks ago. The gorgeous frocks immediately captured my attention, so of course I was thrilled to discover that some of their pieces will be offered at a discount.
White Swan Dress from Hunter Dixon
Struthers Dress from Hunter Dixon
Tuesday (June 29) Lilly Pulitzer for Garnet Hill
If you fancy the idea of brightening your abode with Lilly’s signature bedding and bath collections (which are designed in conjunction with Garnet Hill), you will want to hop over to Rue La La on Tuesday for a visit to the Garnet Hill boutique. This promises to be a very colorful event!
Lilly Pulitzer for Garnet Hill Treasure Chest Bedding
If you still need an invitation to join Rue La La, click here. Trust me when I tell you that the deals Rue La La offers are worth the moment it takes to fill out the membership information. And don’t forget: the sale always starts promptly at 11 a.m. EST!
June 24, 2010
Heat Wave
Summer has definitely arrived here in San Antonio and has brought temperatures that are already reaching the mid-90’s. The number one question from now until at least mid-October will be how to dress to beat the heat. Sloppy is never an option for me, so I thought I would share with you my favorite ways to look cute while staying cool.
First off, let’s talk fabric. In my opinion, cotton clothing is the way to go. Seersucker is definitely one of the best hot weather options, and it’s a great preppy look for women and men. According to my husband, this is definitely the coolest fabric choice for a man, and it comes in pants, shorts, shirts, suits – you name it.
Vineyard Vines Men's Seersucker Club Shorts
As far as style options for women, easy fitting skirts and dresses are a must. (They are so much cooler than short shorts that bunch up between your legs when you sit, and they look nicer, too.)
I personally love the shirtdress look and am considering ordering one of the adorable Eliot shirtdresses from Lilly Pulitzer. (Fit tip: Although I haven’t personally tried one yet, I’ve heard that the Eliot shirtdresses are cut generously in the waist and hips. However, ladies who are large-busted are still advised to order their normal size. If you own one of these adorable dresses, feel free to chime in and tell us what you think of the fit.)
Lilly Pulitzer Eliot Shirtdress in Aquamarine Fresh Catch Toile
I also recently acquired a Shopper Skirt from Lilly’s 2006 Spring Line because a friend told me they were extremely lightweight and cool. She was right on target and it looks adorable with tank tops for day to day wear. I love it so much I am going to hunt for this style in some more prints. (If you need tips on where to find Lilly Pulitzer items from previous seasons, leave me a comment and I will be happy to address that in another post.)
One of the things I love about Lilly’s cotton dresses and skirts (aside from the adorable prints, of course) is that they are machine washable, which is key when you have small children or when you are wearing them daily in a hot (read: sweat-inducing) environment like San Antonio.
And of course, no summer look would be complete without a pair of cute sandals. Lilly Pulitzer Mckims are always a lovely choice, as are the ubiquitous Jack Rogers Navajo Sandals which are available in an endless array of color combinations.
What are your favorite tips for dressing to beat the heat?
First off, let’s talk fabric. In my opinion, cotton clothing is the way to go. Seersucker is definitely one of the best hot weather options, and it’s a great preppy look for women and men. According to my husband, this is definitely the coolest fabric choice for a man, and it comes in pants, shorts, shirts, suits – you name it.
Vineyard Vines Men's Seersucker Club Shorts
As far as style options for women, easy fitting skirts and dresses are a must. (They are so much cooler than short shorts that bunch up between your legs when you sit, and they look nicer, too.)
I personally love the shirtdress look and am considering ordering one of the adorable Eliot shirtdresses from Lilly Pulitzer. (Fit tip: Although I haven’t personally tried one yet, I’ve heard that the Eliot shirtdresses are cut generously in the waist and hips. However, ladies who are large-busted are still advised to order their normal size. If you own one of these adorable dresses, feel free to chime in and tell us what you think of the fit.)
Lilly Pulitzer Eliot Shirtdress in Aquamarine Fresh Catch Toile
I also recently acquired a Shopper Skirt from Lilly’s 2006 Spring Line because a friend told me they were extremely lightweight and cool. She was right on target and it looks adorable with tank tops for day to day wear. I love it so much I am going to hunt for this style in some more prints. (If you need tips on where to find Lilly Pulitzer items from previous seasons, leave me a comment and I will be happy to address that in another post.)
One of the things I love about Lilly’s cotton dresses and skirts (aside from the adorable prints, of course) is that they are machine washable, which is key when you have small children or when you are wearing them daily in a hot (read: sweat-inducing) environment like San Antonio.
And of course, no summer look would be complete without a pair of cute sandals. Lilly Pulitzer Mckims are always a lovely choice, as are the ubiquitous Jack Rogers Navajo Sandals which are available in an endless array of color combinations.
What are your favorite tips for dressing to beat the heat?
June 21, 2010
Exercising Restraint
I have been in major clean-out mode lately. Looking at my closet, I realize there are things I own but never wear (mostly because they are not flattering to me or I’ve had them for so long that they don’t suit my current lifestyle). They are just taking up space in my closet and in my life. By the same token, I feel that there are some things I need to make my wardrobe more complete. (I HATE shopping for specific events at the last minute, because I always feel that I end up settling for something less than ideal. I would much rather reach for the perfect ensemble that’s already residing in my wardrobe.)
A few days ago I made a trip to a local consignment store with some items that are beautiful, but no longer have a place in my life. I may have been there to drop off, but that did not stop my eye from wandering over to the racks. This particular store gets a lot of fabulous designer clothes, and lo and behold, I spotted IT: a gorgeous Trina Turk Baltra Coachella dress in my size at an amazing price.
Trina Turk Baltra Coachella Dress
I’m sure you can imagine how quickly that dress was in my hands and on the way to the dressing room. The experience in the dressing room was disappointing, to say the least. This dress, which had been gorgeous in the fashion magazines and was gorgeous on the hanger, was the wrong proportion for my body. I wish I could say that I immediately realized it was wrong, took it off, and went on with my day. But no, there I stood in the dressing room, trying to convince myself that it would look better if I was just a touch thinner or if I was wearing some strappy high heeled sandals. Finally I came to my senses and realized that this would be another item that would sit in my closet unworn, and frankly I don’t want to part with my money in order to have a beautiful dress that’s only admired in the depths of my closet. I want everything I own to be worn and loved and make me look my best.
The Trina Turk dress was not the only item I had to walk away from that day. There were also three lovely Lilly Pulitzer cashmere sweaters in varying shades of sherbert priced at a mere $18 each, but unfortunately there were all a size too small for me (even at my thinnest), so they had to be left behind. Lest you think I was completely well behaved, let me assure you that I did not come home empty handed. There is a gorgeous, flattering Tory Burch top ( which was acquired for a song) now residing in my closet. This item will definitely see the light of day.
Why is it so difficult to admit when an article of clothing is all wrong? Am I the only one with this problem?
A few days ago I made a trip to a local consignment store with some items that are beautiful, but no longer have a place in my life. I may have been there to drop off, but that did not stop my eye from wandering over to the racks. This particular store gets a lot of fabulous designer clothes, and lo and behold, I spotted IT: a gorgeous Trina Turk Baltra Coachella dress in my size at an amazing price.
Trina Turk Baltra Coachella Dress
I’m sure you can imagine how quickly that dress was in my hands and on the way to the dressing room. The experience in the dressing room was disappointing, to say the least. This dress, which had been gorgeous in the fashion magazines and was gorgeous on the hanger, was the wrong proportion for my body. I wish I could say that I immediately realized it was wrong, took it off, and went on with my day. But no, there I stood in the dressing room, trying to convince myself that it would look better if I was just a touch thinner or if I was wearing some strappy high heeled sandals. Finally I came to my senses and realized that this would be another item that would sit in my closet unworn, and frankly I don’t want to part with my money in order to have a beautiful dress that’s only admired in the depths of my closet. I want everything I own to be worn and loved and make me look my best.
The Trina Turk dress was not the only item I had to walk away from that day. There were also three lovely Lilly Pulitzer cashmere sweaters in varying shades of sherbert priced at a mere $18 each, but unfortunately there were all a size too small for me (even at my thinnest), so they had to be left behind. Lest you think I was completely well behaved, let me assure you that I did not come home empty handed. There is a gorgeous, flattering Tory Burch top ( which was acquired for a song) now residing in my closet. This item will definitely see the light of day.
Why is it so difficult to admit when an article of clothing is all wrong? Am I the only one with this problem?
June 18, 2010
Friday Favorites: Lilly Pulitzer Prints
I know that many of you LOVE Lilly Pulitzer as much as I do, so today I thought it might be fun to share a few of my favorite Lilly prints with you. Many of my favorites are from several years ago.
Croc Monsieur (2005, I think)
Via Blue Croissant (Another 2005)
Multi Colorful World (which is also referred to as Multi-Mediterranean). I'm not sure if this is from 2005 or 2006. This is a very special print because it wasn't widely distributed. I only own a Bermuda Bag cover in this print, but hope to someday find a dress.
Fillies for Lillies (2006). I don't actually own anything in this print. I really regret not buying the Sienna dress in this print when I had the chance.
Wave Blue Speck (2006)
Lemon Sorbet Yellow Paradise (2006)
Here is a photo of me wearing my Lemon Sorbet Yellow Paradise Sienna Dress on my honeymoon in Bermuda in August 2006. (Yes, my hair was blonde back then. Now you know another one of my secrets!)
This is such a beautiful, classic dress style. (And I have one in the Wave Blue Speck print, too.) I plan on wearing this for years to come, assuming I can fit into it again after I lose these last ten pounds of baby weight!
If you would like to know a little more about me, head on over to Pemberley Style. Ms. Pemberley has been kind enough to feature me as her Friday Friend today. She is a wonderfully stylish lady with exquisite taste (and a beautiful house and fabulous tips on entertaining), so even if you've had your fill of me today, you should check out her gorgeous blog and her retail store, Pemberley Collections. It is full of luxurious and irresistible home accessories.
Before you go, be sure and tell me your favorite Lilly prints!
Croc Monsieur (2005, I think)
Via Blue Croissant (Another 2005)
Multi Colorful World (which is also referred to as Multi-Mediterranean). I'm not sure if this is from 2005 or 2006. This is a very special print because it wasn't widely distributed. I only own a Bermuda Bag cover in this print, but hope to someday find a dress.
Fillies for Lillies (2006). I don't actually own anything in this print. I really regret not buying the Sienna dress in this print when I had the chance.
Wave Blue Speck (2006)
Lemon Sorbet Yellow Paradise (2006)
Here is a photo of me wearing my Lemon Sorbet Yellow Paradise Sienna Dress on my honeymoon in Bermuda in August 2006. (Yes, my hair was blonde back then. Now you know another one of my secrets!)
This is such a beautiful, classic dress style. (And I have one in the Wave Blue Speck print, too.) I plan on wearing this for years to come, assuming I can fit into it again after I lose these last ten pounds of baby weight!
If you would like to know a little more about me, head on over to Pemberley Style. Ms. Pemberley has been kind enough to feature me as her Friday Friend today. She is a wonderfully stylish lady with exquisite taste (and a beautiful house and fabulous tips on entertaining), so even if you've had your fill of me today, you should check out her gorgeous blog and her retail store, Pemberley Collections. It is full of luxurious and irresistible home accessories.
Before you go, be sure and tell me your favorite Lilly prints!
June 15, 2010
Jewel Toned
Lately I find myself obsessing over this beautiful Kenneth Jay Lane cabochon cuff. I was too late to the KJL sale on Rue La La last weekend to nab one. Bluefly is also sold out. I am doing my best to resist paying full price, but this beauty has my number. I can just imagine this with my most often-worn Lilly skirt (which happens to be in shades of turquoise) or with an all white ensemble, possibly accented with a lovely turquoise leather bag and sandals... The list goes on and on.
Tell me. What accessory are you dying to add to your wardrobe right now?
June 8, 2010
Sale Alert: Under the Palm Tree
I thought all of you Lilly lovers would want to know that Under the Palm Tree, A Lilly Pulitzer Via Shop, has announced a four day "Mini-Warehouse" sale that started this afternoon. Select spring items are 40% to 60% off, and orders placed today (Tuesday) or tomorrow (Wednesday) get free shipping! There are some fantastic deals to be had.
Personally, I couldn't resist the Roslyn Skirt in the Giddy Up print.
I can't wait until it arrives! Happy shopping!
Personally, I couldn't resist the Roslyn Skirt in the Giddy Up print.
I can't wait until it arrives! Happy shopping!
June 2, 2010
Market Tote Giveaway Winner
Thank you to everyone who participated in my Lilly Pulitzer Market Tote Giveaway.
The winner is:
Congratulations Sweet Southern Prep! Please email me your contact information and I will mail this out to you!
And for everyone else – I hope you have a very Lilly day!
The winner is:
Congratulations Sweet Southern Prep! Please email me your contact information and I will mail this out to you!
And for everyone else – I hope you have a very Lilly day!
May 26, 2010
Time for a Pink and GREEN Giveaway
As you know, I am a HUGE believer in buying local and eating what’s seasonal whenever possible. Now that summer’s here, I’d like to add to the fun of shopping at the Farmer’s Market (or anywhere else for that matter) by giving away a Lilly Pulitzer Market Tote in the Crème Fraiche print!
Here’s how to enter:
1) Get one entry for being a follower of this blog (or becoming one).
2) Get two additional entries for featuring this giveaway in a blog post or on your sidebar.
The winner will be chosen by a random number generator, so please COMMENT ONCE FOR EACH ENTRY YOU GET. (In other words, if you get three entries, please add 3 comments at the end of this post.) Entries will be accepted until 11:30 p.m. CT on Tuesday, June 1st. Good luck!
Here’s how to enter:
1) Get one entry for being a follower of this blog (or becoming one).
2) Get two additional entries for featuring this giveaway in a blog post or on your sidebar.
The winner will be chosen by a random number generator, so please COMMENT ONCE FOR EACH ENTRY YOU GET. (In other words, if you get three entries, please add 3 comments at the end of this post.) Entries will be accepted until 11:30 p.m. CT on Tuesday, June 1st. Good luck!
May 25, 2010
What a Great Giveaway!
Who doesn’t love Lilly Pulitzer’s Murfee scarves? I know I do!
Trish, at the adorable blog Pink Preppy Lilly Lover, is giving away one of these supremely soft and colorful scarves to a lucky reader. Be sure to check it out!
Trish, at the adorable blog Pink Preppy Lilly Lover, is giving away one of these supremely soft and colorful scarves to a lucky reader. Be sure to check it out!
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