What’s in my spring break suitcase

What’s in my spring break suitcase from top left: short sleeve sweater / nail polish / top coat / pink earrings / long sleeve top / wide leg trousers / mocha scarf / spring sweater / wide leg jeans / sneakers / (“IT bag” tote pictured below) /

Spring break as a GenX mother of three is much different than spring break as a college student. My spring break trip is not going to be on a beach filled with a wild MTV party. Did I just date myself? haha Does MTV still do spring break parties? Serious question. . . OK, I digress. . .

This spring break I am headed out to central Pennsylvania with my college-age daughter who does not party like it’s 1999. Instead, we are exploring places around the middle of the state. It will be fun! So, stay tuned. . .

What am I bringing on my spring break adventure? I am carrying on my suitcase and using a small portion of my spring capsule wardrobe to mix and match throughout the week. I am wearing my coat and a pair of jeans. Inside my suitcase is a second pair of jeans, trousers, boots, and several tops. When temperatures cool down, I will have a scarf and my coat.

What’s inside my spring break suitcase:

What’s inside my travel beauty bag (I have travel sizes of all these items):

Stay tuned for my adventures in central Pennsylvania!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

Outfit inspo fisherman sandals

Spring outfit idea from left: wide leg jeans (avl in petite, reg and tall) / fisherman sandals / pink earrings / spring nail polish / cardigan sweater / small tote bag /

Wondering how to style fisherman sandals this spring season? Here is one outfit idea for block heel fisherman sandals. I bought this pair and I love them! The block heel makes them ideal for the wide leg pants which are hot this season, and they also offer some arch support and height when paired with dresses and skirts. Although fisherman sandals can be flat or with a heel this season, I prefer the block heel versions.

Fisherman sandals for spring are being shown in neutral hues for both the flat and block heel versions. I decided to go with black since I find it the easiest neutral shoe color to style. Although not shown in my shoe capsule for spring, these fisherman sandals are definitely part of my shoe capsule! I just happened to buy them after snapping photos for my capsule post. Ooops.

Anyway. . .

Stay tuned for more spring coverage and trend reports! Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

BAF Weekly It List

BAF Weekly IT List from top left: mint green nail polish / sparkling blue top coat / pink nail polish / black belted bag / long sleeve tee / wide leg jeans (avl in petite, reg, and tall) / suede bucket bag / top handle caramel bag / suede high heels / black fisherman sandals / east/west handbag /

Spring is here! Love! Things are blooming and the sun is trying to give us a little bit of warmth here and there. This means we need to make sure our spring wardrobes are in order.

If you’re still bundled up in your winter coat, the easiest way to add a little spring to your look is with spring nail polish and a fabulous handbag. Look for the anonymous handbag this spring season. Slouchy bucket bags, belted totes, east/west bags, hobo bags, and logoless handbags are hotter than hot this season.

Also, despite the rumors about skinny jeans returning, everything is still baggy or wide leg. Look for wide leg jeans and pants as well as slouchy, baggy, and even flare. Classic cut works too!

Shop the BAF Weekly IT List online:

Stay tuned for spring coverage!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy