Memorial Day

Happy Memorial Day! It was such a rainy and cold weekend, I didn't leave the house, and barely got dressed. It felt very much like being back in lockdown, and how readily I accepted putting on my loungewear and doing nothing should probably be considered a bad sign.

I've been trying to be good and not shop too much this weekend, but it seems possible I'll cave in the 11th hour. You know how that goes. Thus far I've just ordered a white belt bag from Coach. I actually liked the factory version better, but it's sold out and everyone on Poshmark is asking crazy prices.

Aside from that, I have been on a Poshmark kick again, ordering a Lucky Brand dress that I tried on in TJMaxx in 2019 and didn't buy then, but suddenly decided I needed now? Hopefully it still looks as cute as it did then! As well as a light floaty Theory dress, a white Coach backpack, and a cream Theory leather jacket.

Sometimes I actually think I'm being good with my shopping until I take a moment to stop and think about it!

The Rundown
Lace Puff Sleeve Blouse Adiva via TJMaxx similar
Straight Leg Jeans Ann Taylor similar
White Block Heel Sandals Kenneth Cole Reaction via TJMaxx similar
Straw Basket Bag TJMaxx similar
Blue and White Silk Scarf Lillian Vernon via eBay
Pearl Hoop Earrings c/o Mejuri similar
Thin Gold Ring Etsy
Signet Ring Sashi
Nail Color "Pre-Show Jitters" Essie

Meaningful Jewelry from Rellery

It's officially cherry blossom season and I can think of no better way to commemorate it than with this gorgeous bold cherry blossom pendant from Rellery. This new-to-me jewelry brand feels like a match made in heaven, with their focus on unique and customizable pieces made in the USA, and direct to consumer pricing. 

 

The cherry blossom is just one of nineteen floral designs, one for each month of the year and then some, so it's not hard to find a design with special meaning for yourself or to give as a gift. Custom engraved charms can also be added to any necklace to make it even more personalized. I decided on a layered chain look and paired my blossom pendant with the Laurel leaf chain necklace, which felt like the perfect complement to the floral necklace, while still being a subtle enough design to mix with any other chain, or be stunning on its own. Without detracting from the statement necklaces, I added these adorable pave huggie earrings for just a bit of shine!

While Rellery offers many of their pieces in both sterling silver and gold vermeil, I'm of course a gold girl, through and through. Because 18k gold is often out of my price range, I frequently buy plated sterling, only to have my heart broken when the metal tarnishes - which is why I love Rellery's lifetime tarnish guarantee! If any piece gets tarnished beyond what a simple polish can fix, just send it back and they will make it good as new!

The idea of having this cherry blossom pendant to wear while my favorite trees are in bloom just delights me so; however, even after their petals have faded and fallen, green leaves taking their place, I'll still have this necklace to keep them close to my heart.

The Rundown
Cream Knit Cardigan Dress Banana Republic similar
Nude Pumps "Natalie" Naturalizer
Croc Embossed Leather Bag Persaman New York via TJMaxx
Silk Scarf Lillian Vernon via eBay
Studded Huggies c/o Rellery
Laurel Chain Necklace c/o Rellery
Bold Cherry Blossom Necklace c/o Rellery
Thin Gold Ring Etsy
Sunglasses "Meteor" Ray-Ban c/o TJMaxx

Shop Small: Odeon Boutique

Since 1984 Owner Lyn Sabatasso has run Odeon Boutique in the artistic Westville Neighborhood of New Haven. When she first opened she only carried pieces imported directly from Europe, and while that has changed, she still makes sure her customers have a unique selection of brands to shop. Odeon is the only boutique in the area which carries Liverpool denim (which I'm styling here, and they are fabulous), Sergio Tomani footwear, and Joy Susan vegan leather bags.

 

Odeon is a perfectly curated shop, if you are shopping for an entire look, the experience is effortless - as I found, putting together outfit after outfit. From a great fitting pair of jeans to the accessories to pull everything together, Lyn's talent and years of experience buying for Odeon shine through in the cohesion of the boutique. 

 

After trying on half a dozen pairs of Liverpool jeans, they might be my new favorite brand. I loved the fit, which for someone with curves, can often be a challenge, plus I was delighted to find this flared, patchwork pair was just the right length for my 5'-1" frame! (I'm sure they were meant to be cropped, but I'll take it!) 

Odeon also happens to be neighbors with Soho Hair Group and Day Spa, which is run by Lyn's husband, so you can plan your next day of mani/pedis and shopping accordingly!

     
The Rundown
Floral Puff Sleeve Blouse Lush c/o Odeon
Fringe Hem Jeans Liverpool c/o Odeon
Booties Kenneth Cole Reaction
Caned Bucket Bag Tommy Bahama via TJMaxx
Gold Hoop Earrings Vintage via Shopgoodwill.com
Gold Knot Bracelet J.Crew
Thin Gold Ring Etsy


Odeon Boutique - 918 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT 06515
Wednesday-Saturday 12:00-5:00 P.M.

Cold Snap

Some days in mid March are tolerable, they give the illusion that warmer weather is on the way, just around the corner. Other days the cold slaps me hard in the face, and taking more than one photo without my coat or scarf on is just not going to happen. If only the weather could change with my mindset, instead of having to force myself to change its whims.

The Rundown
Leopard Print Blouse "Tariana" Joie similar
Corduroy Pants Banana Republic
Herringbone Coat Loft
Brown Croc Bootie "Ragon" Marc Fisher similar
Vintage Leather Bag Charles Jourdan Paris c/o Marijane Boutique similar
Cashmere Scarf H&M similar
Lioness Pendant c/o AUrate New York
Deco Fan Pearl Ring c/o AUrate New York
Sunglasses Ray-Ban via TJMaxx

When You Move, I Move

There are no shortages of chic and affordable timepieces as of late, so when MVMT reached out to me about featuring one of their watches I agreed mostly because I fell in love with this unique purple watch, and partly because I think their name is really clever. They were also kind enough to extend a 15% discount to my readers with code CHICLYDDIE15.

 

Of course if I'm being honest, this outfit is more about the bag, the Dip by Yuzefi which I spotted on another blogger's arm sometime last fall. First I balked at its $700ish price tag, and then I beat myself up for not nabbing it at 60% off before it went out of stock at Net-a-Porter. But then, as I always do, I set up my saved searches, and when this snake embossed version came up on eBay, I quickly snapped it up for $115. 

I'm always very drawn to bags that are structural and statement making, while still being functional*. I love how the design allows you to easily switch from carrying by the top handle to the shoulder strap  without needing to hook/unhook the strap or having the top handle be in the way. 

 

I know, I'm just a bit obsessed with bags, and now I have a new designer to love, I mean, just look how cute this 'Dinner Roll' bag is!

*You know I use the term functional somewhat loosely, as long as my phone, my tiny wallet, and my car key fit, then it's functional enough!

The Rundown
Wrap Blouse Banana Republic similar
Faux Suede Leggings Ann Taylor
Camel Striped Cardigan Ann Taylor
Leather Sneakers Sperry via TJMaxx
Bag "Dip" Yuzefi secondhand via eBay
Earrings Banana Republic
Paperclip Chain Necklace Cote D'argent via TJMaxx similar
Watch "Vibe" c/o MVMT
Papercilp Chain Bracelet c/o MVMT
Thin Gold Ring Etsy
Midi Stackable Diamond Ring c/o AUrate New York
Chevron Ring Sashi via TJMaxx
Sunglasses Ray-Ban via TJMaxx