summer 2018


Bow tie high waist pants for summer

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wearing: bold silver earrings / lipstick / notch collar top (under $20) / bold ivory and silver ring / Chanel summer nail polish / turquoise summer tote bag c/o Brahmin / black and silver watch / black and white stripe high waist bow tie pants (under $25) / silver mules (on major sale-under $100!)

It’s starting to heat up to the 70’s and 80’s outside! This means it is time to start wearing cooler clothing. I love the high waist, bow tie pant trend which is taking over the streets. Some call these pants “paper bag” pants, or “paper bag waist” pants. Call them what you will, they offer a high waist with a tie. The look is very mid-’90’s.

This trend takes me back in time. I remember wearing this pant style in college. Back then, we wore them with a body suit; because body suits were the hottest shirt style to wear back then. Looking back, I am not quite sure why I thought it was OK to walk around in a bodysuit with wide leg pants that tied at the waist. Although everything was covered, the bodysuits were very tight! Not a good look.

I prefer the trend this time around. Wearing high waist, bow tie pants in 2018 is a much more proportioned look; and appropriate look! High waist bow tie pants are being paired with loose tee’s or tops for summer 2018, so the whole look is more appropriate, and modest. Three cheers for that!

This outfit is really comfortable, and keeps me cool in warmer weather. I love that the pants and top together cost under $100. I hate spending a lot of money on clothing I wear in hot weather, so these prices are perfect! I recently paired this outfit with my new summer tote bag (stay tuned for review next week), and my favorite silver mules. These pants also look fabulous with espadrilles and a straw bag for a more casual, beach-side look.

Shop my high waist pants for summer look:

What do you think of the high waist, bow tie pant look? Did you wear it in the ’90’s? Do you plan to wear it now?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

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Memorial Day sales and deals 2018

silver mules summer 2018

pictured: silver mules on major sale for under $100

Memorial Day weekend is here! This is the kick-off for the summer season, even if the kids aren’t out of school quite yet. <sigh>

Since stores need to clear out some space for summer and pre-fall collections, there are major sales this weekend to clear out fabulous on-trend spring and summer items. Love this!

My favorite Memorial Day sales and deals are below, I hope you find lots of great deals!

Kendra Scott: Now through May 28, 2018 you can save up to 30% off your purchase depending on what you spend. This includes their brand new summer 2018 collection! Here are a few of my favorites from the Kendra Scott summer collection, many of which I already own. I may pick up a few more during this sale!

Nordstrom: The Half-Yearly sale is under way! There are so many great deals on merchandise you can wear now and throughout the summer season. Here are a few of my favorites:

Express: Express is having a major sale! Check out my favorites from the sale below:

Macys: The Memorial Day sale at Macy’s starts now and goes through May 28, 2018. There are multiple offers going on right now-check out Macys.com for all juicy details. Here are a few of my favorites from the sale:

Chico’s: You can save up to 40% off select styles now through May 28, 2018. This is a great time to find summer deals. Here are a few of my favorites from the sale:

Neiman Marcus: They are having their 40% of designer sale! Eeeek! This is a great time to pick up some designer deals. Here are a few of my favorites from the sale:

Barney’s: Designer sale up to 40% off! Another great place to snag a designer deal! Love these items:

Marc Fisher: They have such pretty shoes! Marc Fisher has a ton of sandals and summer-ready shoes on major sale. My favorite silver mules on major sale! Check it out!

Net-a-Porter: Save up to 50% off select styles. This sale is amazing! Here are my favorites:

Have a fabulous time shopping!

XOXO

Cathy


Summer totes 2018

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pictured from top left: straw beach tote / caramel gold studded tote / blue and pink tote bag / rose gold tote / soft red tote / structured navy tote bag /

Summer 2018 is fast approaching, so we all need a fabulous tote bag! There are so many amazing totes this summer season which not only function as both a work bag and beach bag, but also reflect the current trends in handbags.

For the summer 2018 season, the top trends in handbags include straw, white, and bright colors. Designers are showing a variety of silhouettes including butter soft leather and structured fabrications. If a traditional tote silhouette isn’t your thing, you can look for a large circle, hat box, or geometric shapes. Totes are getting fun for the summer season!

If you work in a conservative environment, and need to stick with a tote bag that is understated and classic, this trapezoid shaped tote can pass for conservative, yet still reflect your fashion-savvy taste without violating dress code. It’s strong construction can withstand a laptop and high heels stuffed inside. Love that! I’m debating which color to get! It’s so cool!

The straw handbag trend is huge right now. If you don’t want your everyday bag to be straw, but would still like to rock the trend, a straw tote might be your thing! It’s a fun bag for the beach, poolside, or anytime you are casual and feeling whimsical.

Would you like to be as fashion-forward as possible? Well then, a two-tone tote is a great option. Rose gold is another great way to be cutting edge this season. There are so many fun options! I found a few fashionable and fabulous totes around the web and assembled them into the shopping widget below, I hope you love them!

Shop summer 2018 totes:

Which tote style is your favorite for the summer season?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy