Chambray & Sea Spray

Tunic: J.Crew (no longer available, but I like this one and this one, both on sale) | Bathing suit (under tunic): J.Crew | Shoes: Jack Rogers | Bag: Longchamp | Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Watch: Michael Kors | Earrings: Nadri

Today, I'm sharing a look from last week's trip to the beach! Hope your week is going well!

x, Tam

Prep for Spring

Jacket: J.Crew (similar in petite and regular currently 40% off) | Sweater: Arden B. | Collar: J.Crew (removed from a different sweater) | Skirt: F21 | Belt: Madewell | Sunglasses: Hugo Boss (borrowed from boyfriend) | Bag: Coach | Boots: MICHAEL (this season's) | Bracelets: J.Crew, H&M | Watch: kate spade

Whenever spring begins to feel like it's just around the corner, it seems I always get the itch to pull this workhorse of a navy polka-dot skirt out of my closet as soon as the weather seems even slightly inclined to be mild (here it is last spring and the spring before that). Of course, I can be almost certain the it will snow the day after, but I kind of love that about Colorado spring.

P.S. In case your wardrobe needs both a spring update and a winter refresh, J.Crew has a fantastic sale going on at the moment with 40-50% off and lots of new stuff (petite stuff, too!) added to sale. My picks: my closet staple The Button Painter Tee, this Lace-Trim Swiss Dot Top, a work-friendly shrunken cardigan from the girls' section, The Caroline (I'd say size 10 = 00P women's, 12 = 0P, 14 = 2P or 0 regular), and lots of gorgeous coats.

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Let It Snow!

Sweater: J.Crew Factory (in another color here} | Shirt (layered under): Abercrombie | Vest: J.Crew (currently on sale + free ship with code GIFTNOW) | Jeans: 7 For All Mankind | Sunglasses: Valentino | Boots: MICHAEL (this season's) | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff | Necklace: J.Crew Factory | Bracelets: Ann Taylor, H&M c/o | Watch: Michele

Our crazy cold snap is gone today, but these pics from the weekend show how chilly and snowy it was here! Lots of layers made a walk in the park a lot cozier. Hope temperatures everywhere else are climbing this week, too!

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Falling Leaves

Shirt: Ann Taylor (last seen here) | Vest: Zara Girl (I'm wearing an XL) | Jeans: 7 For All Mankind | Sunglasses: Valentino | Booties: Corso Como | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff (similar here) | Necklaces: Brian Gavin, Teresa Mink, Ann Taylor | Bracelets: David Yurman, ALDO, H&M c/o

Last week what a whirlwind kind of week--hope you didn't miss me too much here. I've been busy at work, but I've also been working on a few calligraphy projects lately. They have been time-consuming, but they are actually quite relaxing. I really like how rhythmic and meditative lettering is, plus sending out my final products to family and friends makes me so happy (from what I hear, it makes them happy too!).

I am thinking about blogging a little about hand-lettering and modern calligraphy. I have had lots of inquiries from you wonderful readers and Instagram followers asking where to begin and which supplies to purchase. The answers to these questions need much more than a quick email's worth of space (trust me). Please tell me which of the following four options you think would be best and would interest you the most.

Calligraphy Content Survey

1) Integrate calligraphy posts in this blog, which will still be much more personal style than calligraphy, but there would be a little calligraphy and lettering thrown in.

2) Move calligraphy posts to a second blog dedicated only to lettering.

3) I'm not really interested in looking at or doing calligraphy, but I don't really care where you put it.

4) I'm not really interested in looking at or doing calligraphy, and I'd rather not see it on this page.

I'd be so grateful if you guys would give me some feedback on this in the comments. I don't want to launch into something new without seeing if it will work for my readers. I am also re-opening anonymous commenting, so all of you who read but don't have a sign-in account can post to your hearts' content. Can't wait to hear what you think!

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Boot Season

Sweater: J.Crew (similar style here) (last seen here) | Skirt: F21 | Belt: Madewell | Sunglasses: Valentino | Boots: Frye (read my review) | Bag: Coach "Penny" | Bracelets: David Yurman

It's been a gorgeous fall week this week in Denver--sunny, but cool enough to pull out my favorite boots for the first time in months. I added a leather jacket to this ensemble once the sun went down for extra warmth. I'm looking forward to a weekend of fall weather and colorful leaves.

I'm planning on doing some pumpkin carving and maybe a corn maze--what are you doing this weekend, readers? Any fun autumn plans?

P.S. Pattern-mixing still relatively novel to you? Scan through my painless pattern-mixing tips.

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Big Shot Dot: Remixed

Dress (worn as skirt): J.Crew (Big Shot Dot Dress, Spring 2012--last seen here) (similar here) | Shirt: Aeropostale (last seen here) | Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Shoes: Stuart Weitzman | Clutch: Arden B. (similar style here) | Necklace: Ann Taylor (old) | Bracelets: J.Crew, Vintage | Rings: Vintage | Watch: kate spade new york

This pretty polka dot dress has been sitting in my closet unworn since its last outing over a year ago, so I decided to try styling it as a skirt. I loved the result--pretty, feminine, and more casual than the dress on its own. (Added bonus: styling a dress this way gives me the opportunity to wear the knotted shirt trend without the risk of midriff peeking out at an inopportune moment!)

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Stripe + Feather

Blazer: J.Crew | Dress: Forever 21 | Belt: Madewell | Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Shoes: ALDO | Bag: Coach | Necklace: Theresa Mink | Bracelets: David Yurman , J.Crew, F21, INPINK c/o | Watch: Michael Kors

It's so nice to be on my computer right now and blogging instead of on my computer and working. It's been a long week!

I wore the outfit in these for a dinner out with friends last weekend. Summer is definitely in full swing in Denver! While it can be near 100 degrees during the day here, one of the things I love is how much temperatures dip at night. By the time we were walking home, I was happy I had this lightweight blazer with me.

I saw this blazer on Jean a few weeks ago (she also styled it adorably here), and after hearing from her that it ran small, I decided to run over and see if my J.Crew had one in stock, but there weren't any at the store in my size. Luckily, the Maritime Blazer is still available online, and it comes in other colors as well (I picked up this gray one, too). They're comfortable, lightweight, and perfect for adding a little polish to summer looks.

I'm looking forward to a lovely, relaxing weekend--how about you?

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Casual Friday: White Denim

Blazer: H&M | Blouse: J.Crew | Jeans: 7FAM | Belt: Madewell | Sunglasses: Chloe | Shoes: kate spade new york | Bag: Coach | Necklace: Theresa Mink | Bracelets: J.Crew, David Yurman (this season's version), Vintage | Watch: Michael Kors

I am so happy it's Friday! It's been a long, long week. In these photos, I'm wearing one of my favorite Casual Friday ensembles for summer: white denim and a navy blazer. It's just the right mix of comfortable and polished, and it's perfect for a dressed-down day at the office. Have a wonderful weekend!

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Lake Day

Cardigan: J.Crew | Dress: J.Crew | Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Shoes: Steve Madden (similar here | Bag: Longchamp | Necklace: LOFT (similar here and here) | Bracelets: J.Crew, David Yurman (this season's version), Vintage | Watch: Michael Kors

Yesterday was a gorgeous day for boating! It was so much fun to waterski, play with the puppies, hang out with my family, and soak up a little sun. The day was warm, but not too hot or windy, so it was the perfect day for both sitting on the dock reading and getting out to do a little waterskiing.

What did you to celebrate the beinning of summer this weekend? Any pool parties? River tubing cruises? Lazy beach days?

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Seersucker Soiree

Dress: Lilly Pulitzer (old, similar here) | Belt: Ann Taylor | Sunglasses: Karen Walker | Shoes: Ann Taylor (last seen here) | Bag: Reed Krakoff "Boxer" (currently available at Bergdorf's & Net-a-Porter) | Necklace: Theresa Mink | Bracelets: J.Crew, Ann Taylor, Vintage | Earrings: Kendra Scott | Watch: Michael Kors

The past weekend in Denver was so warm and gorgeous--it downright felt like summer. I broke out this seersucker dress I haven't worn in ages for a birthday celebration dinner, and I didn't need the cardigan I had stuffed in my bag until we were leaving the restaurant well after dark. I added darker-colored accessories to make this day dress more appropriate for evening. I'm thinking I may recycle this dress for the upcoming Derby, especially if it ends up being as hot as it has been the last couple years.

Hope all of you had a nice, sunny weekend, too!

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Nautical Stripes & Bright Whites

Blazer: H&M | Sweater: J.Crew | Jeans: 7FAM (last seen here) | Sunglasses: Valentino | Shoes: Steve Madden (similar here) (last seen here) | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff | Necklace: Brian Gavin | Bracelets: F21, J.Crew, Vintage | Rings: Vintage | Watch: Michael Kors

The white jeans I'm wearing here have seen a lot of action lately (so much that I've been reluctant to get them hemmed because they'll be out of my closet for a few weeks). While I'm still going to do a more detailed review of them, I just wanted to say that I have been really impressed with how wonderfully they've held up through multiple wears and a wash so far. They're the 7FAM Slim Illusion Skinny in Stark White, and the fabric really keeps its shape nicely throughout a couple days of wear--no sagginess is evident even after extended wear. For those of you looking for a pair of flattering and comfy white jeans for the summer, I'd highly recommend these. I went with the smaller of the two sizes I generally wear, which was recommended to me based on the stretchiness of this fabric.

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Spring Trends: Pastel, Floral, and a Bow on Top

Shirt: Gap (similar here) (last seen here) | Skirt: F21 (similar here) (last seen here) | Bow Belt: Abercrombie (originally came with this dress) (adore this Kate Spade version, too!) | Pumps: MICHAEL (similar here) (last seen here) | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff (similar here) (last seen here) | Necklace: JenniJewel (last seen here) | Earrings: bought in Turkey (similar here) (last seen here) | Bracelets: INPINK c/o, F21, Vintage | Watch: Michael Kors (last seen here)

The gorgeously warm weather last weekend let me put together a few trends for a fun, springy brunch outfit on Saturday.

As I was assembling this post, I realized every one of the pieces in this outfit has been styled in previous blog posts, reminding me that it's not always necessary to purchase new items to have an of-the-moment look (something I often struggle to remember). A busy work and travel schedule has left me with less time for shopping and bargain-hunting lately, so I'm trying to put together new looks with what's in my closet already--"trying" being the operative word there, of course. Click on "last seen here" in the item details above if you'd like to see how I've previously styled each of these pieces.

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