Stripes and Flowers

Shirt: J. Crew (spring) / Shorts with belt: LC by Lauren Conrad Kohl's  (last season), this year's here.  /  Bracelets: J Crew factory /Shoes: Coconuts (old) similar here . /  Sunglasses: Marc by Marc Jacobs

This is my first real summer day errand running outfit with child in tow, therefore flats required! I wear denim shorts a lot in the summer because they are so versatile. I liked these because they are a mom and age appropriate length. I always love when I see heels with denim shorts on fashion bloggers and supermodel moms, but somehow it just doesn't work in real life and looks like trying too hard. But if you have a mom friendly way to do it - let me know ... maybe a wedge? What do you like to wear with your denim cutoffs?

Holy Chic Two Ways

When one of my favorite blogs, The Pink Peonies posted this Holy Chic shirt in a set I fell in love. I love that it has a sense of humor! I am normally not a fan of graphic tees for anyone over the age of 30, but this one literally is chic. Plus, no mom can go wrong with a simple cotton tee you can wash and dry, don't need to iron. What are your thoughts on graphic tees?

Holy Chic Two Ways by superchicmom featuring a straight jacket

Leopard Shoe Problem

Shoes from top left to Right: J. Crew Everly wedge ( sold out) , J. Crew Seville Wedge (old), Coconuts flats (old) but similar here. J Crew Martina Wedge ( factory second from e-bay!) , Nine west Ballet flats ( Very Old!)

After reading one of my favorite blogger's post here, about her affection for handbags, it got me thinking what my affliction is, and it occurred to me ...leopard shoes. I have them for winter, fall, spring, summer, flat, and heels. I actually left one or two pairs out of this picture! A leopard shoe just pops even a white tee and jeans. I feel like I can just throw these on and I am suddenly appearing like I tried - at least a little. However- it goes to show you, sometimes it is good to really take account of what is in your closet before you buy, to help you budget more wisely and EDIT! For example, I really want these from Zara but they just aren't a NEED. So which ones am I getting rid of -none for now. They all have their place, purpose, and season. What is the item you keep buying and can't get enough of?