Orange Crush

Headband: Old, another option HERE & HERE

Dress: Nordstrom, options HERE & HERE

Wood handbag: ZARA, another option HERE

Silk sandals: HERE

Hey Loves!
I'm popping in briefly with a rush of color to say HELLO + to remind you (and me) that brighter days are coming 💞 
I hope you and your families are safe and in good health!
Xx

Freshly Picked

dress: HERE | belt: Banana Republic| shoes: DSW

Photography by A. Robinson

I received an invitation to attend a preview of Lane Bryant’s exclusive collection co-created with Rochelle Johnson of BeautiCurve two weeks ago. I am happy that I was able to attend! Not only did I get to see my Lane Bryant family, but I also got to sip & shop - what could be better than that?! This collection features a number of dresses, each wonderfully designed with SPRING in mind 😍 Thanks Rochelle!!! I tried on several dresses, however the one that I am wearing in today's post was my favorite by far - yall know how much I love wearing YELLOW! 
Isn't this hue simply gorgeous?!
Until next time,
Xx 

Color Bomb

sunnies: Free People| dress: c/o HERE + check out this one HERE| booties: ZARA

Photography by A. Robinson

Now that warmer temperatures have finally arrived, I am happily bringing out alllllll of the COLOR 😍
Take for instance this dress. It combines two of my loves... STRIPES + COLOR= WINNING 
It makes for an excellent transitional piece, its style and functionality is simply effortless.
Until next time,
Xx

Summer Office Days

Sunnies: Similar HERE| Dress: c/o HERE (sign up for free trial membership) --> another option HERE

Clutch: ZARA| Shoes: Nordstrom, similar HERE & HERE

Speaking of summer, because today is officially the first day of SUMMER here in the States - what are a few of your favorite things to wear to the office? Summer is my favorite season! For office gear, I opt for lightweight dresses, fun bright colored jumpsuits, shorts (office appropriate of course), and flowing pants. I prefer pieces made of cotton, linen, and high quality fine rayon. Although I love the look of silk, it can be quite hot when temperatures are soaring.

The dress in today's post is ideal for a typical summer day at the office. It is made of cotton, lightly lined, heavily saturated with color, and boasts fully functional pockets - L💛VE! I snagged it via my Gwynnie Bee membership. I am loving the colorful pieces they have released thus far this year! 
If you are not familiar with GB, catch up on the buzz HERE + learn how you can snag a free trial membership. 
I usually like to style yellow items with other bold colors. For this look, I went with orange, pulling it in throughout the look with ombre earrings, a bold lip, a statement clutch, and slingback heels. 

Until next time,

Xx

Sunny Days

Necklace: TJMAXX| Dress: c/o HERE| Clutch: Vintage| Shoes: Sold out, another option HERE

Hey Babes,
Happy Sunday/Monday 😉 Any exciting plans for the week? Surprisingly I actually do and I cannot wait to share them with you, but I have to wait until the designated time! Follow me on Instagram & Snapchat  (InMyJoi) as I’ll be sharing exactly what I am up there first 💋
In other news, can you believe that the month of May has landed at our doorstep?! I know I say this time and time again-but it is only because it is sooo true: Where does the time go?! Like seriously, it is FLYING BY! Next month marks J U N E on the calendar, the official kick-off of summer 2017! With summer come a number of special events/venues. Do you plan what you will wear to such in advance?
I’m totally a planner - even when I'm last minute it's a plan because I planned to do it at the last minute, LOL! When I first saw this dress I immediately thought of wearing it to a wedding that’s coming up soon. Of course I had to give it a trial run first, and for now the verdict is still out ⏳ I love the color and the ruffle detail along the shoulders + arms and the perfect midi length. 
Vera Grace offers customization for its dress to ensure that it fits your frame to a tee ❤ This 'Spring Blooms Layered Ruffle' dress is available in sizes XS-6X. I added a few inches to my measurements to ensure a roomier fit. The dress is lined and the crepe fabric reminds me of silk. If I do wear it to summer wedding # 1, I think I want to dress it up a tad more (or not), perhaps adding a gold skinny belt and shimmery shoes…or I could even go for color-blocking with bold accessories… 
Hmm, decisions, decisions!
Until next time,
XO

Mixing Prints: Leopard on Leopard | Take 2

As promised, I’m back in leopard print, and this time I’m taking a gamble mixing leopard prints!

(Fun filter applied)

In Monday’s post (see here) I admitted that I have not always felt comfortable wearing full on leopard print clothing. An accessory here and there, oh yes, I mean of course – but a full look, um, not so much. I never took out the time to consider why I felt that way, I suppose it’s because I thought it didn’t feel like “Me”. My feelings have changed, and boy am I glad that they have!

I won this Jungle Cat Fit and Flare Dress courtesy of an Eloquii Instagram contest, and it is simply glorious! The bodice has unique faux leather details, while the skirt is super full and generously styled with box pleats.

Being the vintage lover that I am, it seemed only right to pair it with vintage mink accents, and a retro up-do. To accomplish this look, I spiraled my hair with hot curlers, and then pinned it somewhat sporadically with dozens of bobby pins and a few jumbo ones.

My husband says he likes this dress styled best without the vintage accents. 
What’s your opinion: Do you like the added personal touches of vintage fur or not so much?

Oh, and how could I forget to mention my shoes?! My broken toe is just about all healed, which means that I can now step out in fun heels again! I’m in love with this pair of kitties, not only is the style fantastic, but get this: They are comfortable too! That’s a win/win in my book =)

Thank you for stopping in today and for commenting below. Have a great day!

Dress: Eloquii

Mink accents: Vintage (also worn here)

Bracelet: Nordstrom Rack

Cocktail bag: Vintage (worn here)

Sandals: Invanka Trump

P.S. Can you keep a secret? There will be yet another #leopardprint blog post coming up this week ;)

Stay tuned!
Xx