"Fashion Blogger" -hah!

Inspired by yesterday's post I snapped a pic of what I'm wearing today. I love mixing high and low price ranges and actually tend to go for things that don't "match". Today I'm wearing black and blue. My Michael Kors tortoise shell watch was a splurge. However, paired with a three dollar ring and a necklace from Forever21, I certainly didn't break the bank. I'm wearing comfy two-toned flats from this post, and a lightweight scarf. I'm a sucker for scarves. I have two huge bins stacked full at home.

How do you dress for work? Do you play it safe, or let a little of your own style shine?

ZARA Embellished Collar+New Blog Find

Are you dying? I am. ZARA can absolutely do no wrong in my mind. Would you rock the embellished collar? It's only 79.90!!

I found the above pictures on tumblr and was so excited to discover a new fashion blog!

How have I not known about this girl!? I'm obsessed. You have to check out Lucy Laucht's blog.

LOVE.

Rainy Days

The rain has been relentless lately! I usually stick to my Hunters but love these little monogrammed rain boots by ZOUBABY. Women's boots retail for $89.00 while children's go for $59.00. Head on over and get your rainy day fix.

Launching Tomorrow!

Lonny editors and Traditional Home have teamed up to create Trad Home Magazine! Launching tomorrow, April 12th, the new digital magazine aims to redefine tried-and-true traditional style. The debut issue will highlight twenty up and coming designers to keep an eye on. Be sure to check out the launch!

The Weekend

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Park Avenue 1981

Live it up.

Mackenzie of Design Darling

I'm so excited to have Mackenzie of Design Darling posting today. If you're not already a follower of her blog you're in for a treat! Mackenzie is phenomenally talented. She interned for Jonathan Adler, is a RUE contributor, and is sure to make a splash in the design world post graduation.

Hi everyone! I'm Mackenzie from Design Darling and I'm happy to be guest posting on Catherine's beautiful blog today. I'd like to talk about one of my favorite design trends: the outdoor room. I love that designers and homeowners alike are making the most of balconies, porches, and rooftops by transforming them into bona fide interiors themselves!

{I love the striped awning, ikat pillows, and leather poufs in this outdoor living space. And how sublime are the perfectly trimmed hedges around the perimeter? I would think I died and went to heaven!}

{For a cleaner take on the trend, I'm turning to this monochromatic porch for inspiration. Who knew ghost chairs could do double duty outdoors? I'd like to curl up on that cushy white chaise with a good book.}

{It's not for the faint of heart, but I'm smitten with this striped sunporch. Glamorous light fixtures and kelly green upholstery are the perfect hit of sophistication.}

{Who is that man and what is he doing in my dream backyard? In all seriousness, how are those white umbrellas being held up? Either way, I'd like to move right in.}

{I love the contrast of white linens and warm woods in this space. Then again, with architectural details like those windows and an outdoor fireplace, it'd be pretty hard to mess this one up, right?}

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Thank you, Catherine, for having me here today!

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xoxo

Mackenzie

Design Darling

I will always love the simplicity of soft blue and white stripes. Whether its fashion or decor the crisp, clean look is always spot-on.

Today I'm over on Prep School 101 sharing my five favorite things.

Head on over and check it out. Prep School 101 is filled with a collection of goodies fit to please the perfectly preppy palette!

Punch of Color

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This room is so unexpected and refreshing! I adore spaces where traditional pieces and modern touches seamlessly coexist.

Hello Lover.

Behold, the Charlotte Olympia Pandora Plexiglass clutch with three interchangeable pouches.

Yeah, that just happened.

This little lady is tagged by NET-A-PORTER.COM as the ultimate contemporary evening accessory. At $615.00, it surely is! Unfortunately, I won't be splurging on one of these... but that doesn't mean you can't!

Do you love!? It's like a ghost chair for you arm.