Packed for spring break 2026 in Washington DC

packed spring break Washington dc

What’s in my spring break suitcase: blue sweater / black top / striped knit top / classic jeans / denim maxi skirt / gold earrings / pearl earrings / pink nail polish / black barrel jeans /

Packed and flying away! For my oldest daughter’s spring break, we decided to head to Washington DC. She attends university on the east coast and her friends all went home for spring break, so this means mama gets to go on vacation with her daughter! Love!

We are planning to visit the capitol, as many museums as possible, the zoo, the monuments, and more! I tried to get a White House tour but failed. Sad face. Anyhoo. . .

The weather predictions are forecasting mild temperatures and some rain. So, my spring wardrobe should work; plus, I will bring my winter puffy coat just in case. After all, the east coast is unpredictable!

For my nail polish, I am going with this classic pink hue since it will not show chips while I am traveling. I always steer clear of dark nail polish when I travel. If I wear dark nail polish, it always chips on day one of my trip, if I wear a light color, it doesn’t chip. Murphy’s Law.

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So, here I go! Stay tuned for my spring break coverage from Washington DC!

XOXO

Cathy

BAF Weekly IT List

BAF Weekly IT List from top left: blue sweater / Hermes nail polish / Chanel nail polish / Dior spring nail polish / black handbag / caramel handbag / pearl earrings / Chanel Chance / iPhone case / woven slingbacks / grey-blue handbag / navy shirt dress /

One week away from the official start of spring! Yay! I love all this spring weather, the blossoms, it’s practically here!

As we move into the spring season, this navy shirt dress, anything in blue, woven slingbacks, and the anonymous handbag are selling well and hot for spring. Love!

Keep investing in classic items and look for shades of white, blue, green, pink, yellow, and of course, neutrals! The spring season is chic with a cheery vibe. Love that!

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Thanks for stopping by, and stay tuned for spring break coverage coming up next week!

XOXO
Cathy

How to shop your closet for spring 2026

wearing: gold earrings (similar here) / necklace / navy shirt dress (also in petite!) / gold bracelet (similar here) / spring nail polish / black handbag / Mary Janes (similar here) /

Spring has sprung and it is time to get our wardrobes in order. It is always a good idea to shop our closets before spending too much on a new wardrobe and accidentally duplicating something we already own. So, let’s dive in!

There are new and continuing trends for the spring 2026 season, so let’s pull out what we already own and place these items front and center, then, make a shopping list!

Color: Neutrals and pops of color are hot this spring/summer season. Pull out shades of white, shades of brown, navy, shades of blue, and black. In addition, the hottest colors to add to your neutral looks will be blue, green, pink, and yellow.

Handbags: The anonymous handbag reigns supreme. So, steer clear of logos! Pull out your IT bags from the early 2000’s including the Fendi Baguette, Balenciaga City, Chloe Marcie, and Chloe Paddington. In addition, the belted tote, classic shoulder bag, drawstring pouch, and east/west silhouettes are still hot. Rock those bags!

Jeans: Wide legs are still hot as well as classic cuts, flares and bootcuts.

Footwear: Black boots on cool days are perfect. Continue to wear Mary Janes, ballet flats, loafer slides, quiet street sneakers, classic pumps, and slingback kitten heels. Woven slingbacks are hot this year, if you have a pair, pull them out!

Accessories: Dangle earrings, brooches, scarves, and pearl jewelry are hot this year. Pull them out or add them to your shopping list.

Tops: For spring 2026 we are seeing floral tops, puff sleeves, and horizontal stripes. Pull them out or add them to your shopping list too!

Well, that’s it! Get these styles out from the back of your closet and enjoy wearing them this spring season. Now, you can make your shopping list! Be sure to add woven slingbacks to that list if you already have a pair!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy