Outfit: Pink + Navy and Meet Norbert!

As I sit at my desk typing this post, our new puppy Norbert is asleep in my lap. He is the most precious little thing, and he has definitely kept us busy over the past week. The potty training is going pretty well, but we really have to keep an eye on the little guy to make sure he is not getting into mischief (i.e. chewing plants, pulling lamp cords, or tumbling down the stairs.)

So, without further ado, meet our new little (furry) bundle of joy!

Norbert

Norwich Terrier

5 pounds

12 weeks old

Born 10/8/13

Today was one of the warmer days we've had here recently, so I headed outside to take some outfit shots (with Norbert, of course!)

Pink + Green + Navy + Puppy is really the perfect combo!

I plopped the little guy into my vintage Coach cross body... he didn't seem to mind

What a litte ham

Giving me kisses

Pink + Navy = PERFECTION

Add some green and things only get better!

Ooh, I just love the buttons and the ruffles!

OUTFIT DETAILS: 

Juicy Couture coat (a few seasons ago via Nordstrom rack) similar here

J.Crew Factory pink button-up 

Ralph Lauren Cotton Cable Sweater (via TJ Maxx) 

Express Jeans (via Marshall's) similar here

Franco Sarto loafers (via Nordstrom Rack a few seasons ago) similar here

Fossil Watch (via TJ Maxx) similar here

Vintage Coach cross body (it was from the 80's!)

I hope you enjoyed meeting Norbert (want more pics of the little guy? Follow me on Instagram)

P.S.- I'd love to meet your dog (virtually)! Tweet me pics @erussell495)

Pictures by Lisa Russell

 Stay Stylish. Stay Classy. Be Creative.

Emily

New Arrivals at J.Crew Factory

When J.Crew launched their factory website a few years back, I was thrilled. At first, the website was only open on the weekends, so I would have to wait until Saturday morning to get my fix. Now that the website is open 24/7 I

check the website a few times a week for sales and the like. For a while, I liked the clothing at the factory store better than the clothing at the actual store (I liked the prices better too!) You can snag up some really cute "old" (as in traditional) J.Crew pieces for great prices.

While perusing the factory website the other day, I found some great pieces that I just had to share with all of you. These items are perfect for spring, and have me wishing for warmer weather. I'm definitely going to keep my eye out for any sales or special promotions they have in the coming weeks, so that one or two of these items can make their way to my closet.

Paisley Shift Dress 

(I love this pattern. It was in the regular stores last spring. They sell a shirt and skirt too!)

Printed Tissue Scarf

(I have chino shorts in this same pattern, one of my favorite pairs! #anchorsaweigh)

Dotted Shapes Necklace

(You can never have enough navy!)

Lobster Crewneck Sweater

(My mom has this and it is super cute with white pants!)

Printed Chambray Pajama Shirt and Pants

(I've been looking for some classic pajamas for a while now. These lightweight printed ones might do the trick. Navy + anchors = love!)  

Polka-Dot Pintuck Top

(Perfect with shorts or under a suit set for a pop of color!)

Printed Seahorse Bikini Top and Bottom

(Snag this up for spring break!)

Neon Pink Printed Chino Short

(My J.Crew short collection is ridiculous. Regardless, these NEED to join the collection! I hope the restock my size soon!)

Need some outfit inspiration? Check out the Outfit Obsessions section of the factory website.

Two of my favorite "Outfit Obsessions" that are so "me!"

Do you like J.Crew factory? Are there any items that you are lusting over for spring?

Sign up for J.Crew Factory e-mails to get alerted of sales and free shipping!

Stay Stylish. Stay Classy. Be Creative.

Emily

BRIGHT White

Memorial Day has come and gone, and today is the last day of May. This means that most people are out of school, and summer has officially begun. It's time to dig into the back of your closet and dresser, and pull out those white summer staples that have been in storage all winter. Hurry! Labor Day will come faster than you think!

Dress

Watch

Shorts

Hat

Sandals

Necklace

Sunglasses

Purse

What are your "BRIGHT white" summer essentials? What will you be pulling out of the back of your closet, and what will you be scouting out to purchase? I'd love to hear!

Be Stylish. Be Classy. Be Creative.

Emily