If you’ve been on Pinterest for more than five minutes in the past couple of weeks, I’m sure you’ve seen this photo from Paris Couture Week. Oh, my swoon radar went off the charts. The blue and white is such a delicate look, but also quite a bold statement. Unfortunately, the dress (after a bit of research) is Valentino (more swooning) and therefore well out of the budget.
I went on an absolute hunt for my favorite blue and white florals. I think I’ll definitely consider swapping out navy for this brighter, more summery blue as the weather warms up!
I love this print! Last spring I found a beautiful pencil skirt with this pattern and it was a showstopper. Definitely going to bring it back out this year!
the blue and white florals have been around forever, and are commonly referred to as 'delft' as the pattern was made popular by dutch pottery originating from a town by that name. the more you know!
I have that Madewell shift dress in my basket! It reminds me (subtly) of an Etoile Isabel Marant dress from last summer…I'm curious to see how it looks on.
Valentino dress brought to you by the friendly research analysts at Concierge Inc.
Simply Devine. I myself could never pull any of those off, i'll just butcher the outfit and make it seem as though a 14 year old is wearing them (Yes im Super Tiny for my age (20))
I love the blue and white floral trend! Such a great modern take on a classic. I've been lusting over a similar dress at Modcloth that I may have to pick up for the summer! 🙂
Not really in the mood to be in photos right now, but I keep telling myself I’ll want to look back on these moments and remember them. (Right?!) when I look at these photos in 10, 20, 30 years…
I hope I remember Jack “rescuing” Rory from a windy tent, not how I stood in front of my closet with tears in my eyes.
I hope I remember watching Jack roll down hills and play hop scotch and scoot down the sidewalk with his besties, not that I caught a glimpse of my reflection and didn’t recognize myself.
I hope I remember sitting outside with my friend happily watching our kids play (while watching the minutes until bedtime tick by), and not that I spent too much time zooming in and examining every new wrinkle on my face.
I hope I remember the pure joy of these early warm days with my little family whom I love so much 🤍
The weather is warming up and I’m feeling slightly more comfortable in my skin every day ☀️ Here’s what I wore last week as a mom of two. I have a two and a half year old toddler and a two month old so I need outfits I feel good in, can chase a little guy around in, AND that I can breastfeed easily while wearing. 🔗 Leave a comment with “OUTFITS” to get links to every outfit I wore!
This room is so very special 🤍 The little cars sprinkled everywhere (watch your step!). A tiny sock, never two, peeled off and tucked somewhere hidden away. Piles of books that grow almost as quickly as the little boy who sleeps here. Outgrown pants and shoes to grow into mingling in the closet. Often messy, and a little cluttered, but a little boy lives here. 🚘☀️🐶📚🧸
(Rory is still in our room, but eventually the boys will share. I can picture their little twin beds already!)
About ten days ago, I noticed that today’s forecast was looking WARM. I told Mike, “We’re walking into town and sitting outside and I’m getting a beer. Put it on your calendar.” It ended up being warmer than forecasted (almost eighty degrees!) and let me tell you, it delivered. Today felt like the beginning of The Season™: dinners al fresco, beers/fries/ice creams, and late bedtimes. Indulging in it all because the kids are only getting older and we’re the grownups (somehow) and we get to make the rules ✌🏻
Dress is @tuckernuck & sweater is @kiltecollection
@pennylinndesigns and I hosted a “learn to needlepoint” class this past weekend and it was everything ✨ Needlepoint has been such a bright spot in my life over the past five years- and it’s gotten me through some difficult times. Because it’s helped me so much, sharing this hobby with others has turned into a mini life mission of mine. To sit in a room (my beautiful office space designed by @clare.sull!) with pro stitchers and needlepoint newbies alike was one of my dreams come true. I loved seeing women chatting, meeting, and bonding over this beautiful craft 🪡 Honestly, the needlepoint world is (sadly) filled with a lot of gatekeeping and competitiveness; this weekend proved that it doesn’t have to- and shouldn’t- be this way! It’s for EVERYONE. Whether you’ve never picked up a canvas in your life or you’re working on heirloom stockings for your family, there’s room for everyone at this table.
📍 Leave a comment saying “needlepoint” and I’ll send you my go-to resources for getting started with needlepoint!
Motherhood is pure JOY to me– nothing makes me happier than being with my boys! I wear my @haverhillcollection personalized jewelry every day as a symbol of my love for them– it’s a constant reminder for me of my greatest purpose. To celebrate my first Mother’s Day with TWO boys, I sent in my Haverhill necklace to add Rory’s birthstone and initial alongside Jack’s! I also got a second bracelet to stack with Jack’s. Love that this personalized jewelry can be altered as our family grows. Haverhill’s jewelry is designed to be lived in (perfect for busy moms!) made from solid 14k gold with high-quality birthstones so I never have to take it off to exercise, shower, or sleep. Use code MOTHERSDAY15 for 15% off!
We got a mama-approved family photo of the four of us 👏🏻 I wasn’t really paying attention to our calendar while in the end of pregnancy/newborn bubble and realized quite late that Jack had some time off from daycare and preschool this week. Mike and I quickly decided to book a last minute trip to Florida to visit my family and enjoy the warm weather ☀️
That dress is adorable!
AJ | http://www.TheAJMinute.com
I'm a huge fan too! It is such a great combo!
Hunter
Prep on a Budget
Such a chic look! White & blue florals are such a classic.
Kristin
Crumbs & Curls
I love this print! Last spring I found a beautiful pencil skirt with this pattern and it was a showstopper. Definitely going to bring it back out this year!
Nathali
http://www.gloriouspeonies.blogspot.com
I'm a huge fan of blue and white florals, I love #3 and #9!
Lori,
http://loriscreativity.blogspot.com/
Ive seen that blue and white pattern everywhere lately, dig it!
http://www.thepdxprepster.blogspot.com/
Fabulous outfits! Check out my Fashion Week necklace: http://www.lavenue.com/cheap-monday/nail-steel-necklace/676
the blue and white florals have been around forever, and are commonly referred to as 'delft' as the pattern was made popular by dutch pottery originating from a town by that name. the more you know!
I have that Madewell shift dress in my basket! It reminds me (subtly) of an Etoile Isabel Marant dress from last summer…I'm curious to see how it looks on.
Valentino dress brought to you by the friendly research analysts at Concierge Inc.
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a
love that color combo! xo jillian – cornflake dreams
Seriously, obsessed!
xx
Lauren Elizabeth
Petite in Pearls
OBSESSED! You inspire me so much to write my blog 🙂
xoxo
C
That bathing suit is gorgeous! I love blue and white, especially in home decor!
Simply Devine. I myself could never pull any of those off, i'll just butcher the outfit and make it seem as though a 14 year old is wearing them (Yes im Super Tiny for my age (20))
Sara
http://www.itsmylittlethings.blogspot.com
I LOVE this look and as decor in a home!
I love blue and white floral, it is so classic!
Lauren,
http://www.atouchofsoutherngrace.com/
Most definitely! I am so ready for Spring, although I personally prefer some pastels. <3
I love blue & white floral! It reminds me of blue and white printed china, which I absolutely love 🙂 That bikini is absolutely adorable!!
XX, SS || A Little Seersucker Sass
Love the feminine blue on white floral details!
http://lifeandcity.tumblr.com
Love this look! One of my favorite color combos!
Love the blue nd white look. I've been eyeballing this one on Modcloth: http://www.modcloth.com/shop/dresses/be-outside-dress-in-delft?utm_source=pinterest&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=pdp_share
I just saw an Amazing blue and white skirt in the brooks brother's latest catalog!
I love the blue and white floral trend! Such a great modern take on a classic. I've been lusting over a similar dress at Modcloth that I may have to pick up for the summer! 🙂
daughterofasonofasailor.com
This one reminds me a lot of the valentino one but sleeveless if any of you are on the hunt! (plus it is only $25!) http://www.sheinside.com/White-Sleeveless-Porcelain-Print-Flare-Dress-p-160163-cat-1727.html
Lovely! I found a great blue and white floral print fabric at Joann's and plan on making an inspired dress!
I just found this skirt from Chic Wish that looks almost exactly like the dress. http://www.chicwish.com/ceramic-blue-rose-print-midi-skirt.html
Thought you may be interested