Fun and Flirty Monday

My style definitely bounces from professional and chic to more whimsical and feminine. I think today's dress, from Shoshanna, definitely fits into the latter category. It's a fun fit and flare silhouette, complete with pockets and bouncy skirt. It makes me want to spin around and around like a preschooler.

Dress: Shoshanna Black and White Striped Crepe Abigail Dress

Shoes: Kate Spade New York

I had a fun weekend hanging out with my family. We had two reasons to celebrate: Father's Day and the arrival of my sister, Gail, who is visiting for a week from Chicago. Sometimes it's hard to balance family time with hubby time and work time - yes, I had to work this weekend, too - but somehow I manage. I even fit in watching the season three finale episode of Orange Is the New Black. Chapin and I both love the show, and I thought it was a great season, mixing more serious story lines in with more lighthearted ones, like Crazy Eyes writing a pornographic novel that had everyone obsessed. I just wish these Netflix seasons had more episodes!

Polka Dot Delight

I love polka dots, so I was super excited to find this beautiful fit and flare dress from 4.Collective. It's still available - and on sale! - from a few retailers, including Amazon and Saks Fifth Avenue.

Dress: 4.Collective Dot Jacquard Flirty Dress

Shoes: Kate Spade New York

The dress is super comfortable and oh so cute. It makes me feel younger than my 36 (almost 37) years.

Tweed It Up

Dress: Shoshanna

Shoes: Kate Spade New York

Neon Lines

Lines can be so important on a dress or any other item of clothing simply because they can play tricks with your eyes. Horizontal stripes can make you look wider, while vertical stripes have a more slimming effect.

I love the strategically placed neon lines on this Shoshanna tweed dress, which is cozy and warm (as my dresses go) on this chilly Atlanta day. You will rarely see me in pants, even if it's freezing out. During the winter, I just add tights!

Dress: Shoshanna  Ayala Neon Piped Tweed Sheath Dress

Shoes: Kate Spade New York Licorice Pumps in Black and Gold