White T-Shirt

Great white t-shirts are such a wardrobe staple. I wear white shirts all the time–white blouses, white oxfords, white popovers–but I especially adore my white t-shirts. They're easy to dress up or down; to throw on and look polished in a pinch. My love for white t-shirts is expressed through my ever-growing collection. I think I'm up to at least eight or nine different styles, with definite multiples of my favorites.

On Sunday, as my mother and I shopped at J.Crew, we happened upon my newest favorite.

This perfectly slouchy v-neck looks just as perfect with a good pair of jeans as it does with norts. And we all know I'm a sucker for a good frocket.

This is definitely staying in my closet until it falls apart at the seams.

XO

New Lilly!

Soo I may or may not have mentioned that I received a new shipment from Lilly earlier this week. In it was the phone case I talked about earlier, as well as two new dresses!

Last week, I found out that I was accepted into my school's chapters of the National Honor Society and Cum Laude! The induction is next week, so of course I needed a dress for that, and with Easter this weekend, I figured that the dress should be able to do double duty. I chose the Freja Dress in the Everything Nice print:

This print is so bright in person; perfect for the beginning of spring!!

I love the back detail too. The cutout is just enough to be fun, not skanky.

I also was in need of a white sundress to wear for the Honors and Awards assembly for our seniors in May. It's a tradition at my school that female elected Student Council officers who aren't seniors present all the awards in white dresses. Enter Nina. She's business in the front...

...party in the back!

How presh are these pink seersucker bows??

And the scallop detailing on the hem? So sweet. This might be my new go to shift.

Whenever I shop Lilly, it's my goal to get the free gift with purchase. This time around, I got an adorable sunhat with a printed sash. I'm so excited to wear it to the beach this summer!!

Mama claims that she's done buying me Lilly for the year...The Summer Collection will be out in May. We'll see ;)

Have you picked anything out from the Spring Collection?

XO

4th of July Outfits

My second favorite holiday (right after Christmas. But, like, it's Christmas...) is right around the corner! That's right, I'm totally obsessed with the 4th of July. I'm still not sure if it's because it's so close to my birthday and the fireworks sometimes start a couple days early–on my actual birthday–or if it's just that I have an irrational love of the red, white, and blue. I'm thinking both. But then again, I do have an entire board on Pinterest dedicated to 'Merica and an American Flag bikini, so you never know...

If you're still looking for an outfit for the 4th, here are some super cute and preppy suggestions.

Shirt | Shorts | Bandeau | Headband | Bracelet | Sandals

This outfit is so versatile! It's perfect for virtually any activity on the 4th, from a backyard barbecue to playing Baggo to going to the parade and watching fireworks! I'd roll up the sleeves of the button-up and tie it at the hem. And I'm obsessed with the bow headband and Jacks!

Shirt | Skirt | Sandals | Cardigan | Sunglasses

This is a little dressier, and perfect for a day to night celebration at your country club or really anywhere else you may be where you need to be a little more polished and put together. I love the anchors on the skirt. They bring a playful feel to the whole outfit!

Bikini | Dress | Flip Flops | Tote | Sunglasses | Croakies

I'm obsessed with this whole outfit. The American Flag bikini, the lobster tote, the adorable white dress that serves as a perfect cover up. I'd say you could wear this from the beach straight to a barbecue or clam bake, no problem. It's just too cute!

XO

North Shore Prep

Red and White

Since it's December, it's time to start playing up all of my favorite holiday-esque color combinations! Arguably my favorite is red and white. Together, the colors remind me of a bunch of candy-canes, but it's not so far out there as going full on red and green.

I know I just talked about Bow's Arts the other day, but their collection of Christmas headbands is absolutely fantastic. My favorite is the red and white striped one on the top right. I'd wear it casually with a cream sweater, jeans, and loafers or with the same cream sweater, a black skirt, and flats for a dressier occasion.

I absolutely adore this cardigan from Lilly Pulitzer! The placement of the red detail is so unexpected and different.

This J.Crew coat is gorgeous, and the buffalo check is a nice departure from the stripes I usually gravitate to.

Kate Spade offers a perfect pop of red for a busy day of gift shopping! Pair this tote with jeans, wellies, and a white shirt for a polished, yet comfy, look.

This J.Crew skirt + white button-up + flats = holiday party perfection!

Look forward to more holiday color posts coming up!

XO

North Shore Prep