Rainy Days

Today was the 8th consecutive day of waking up to freshly fallen snow.  The trees have been beautiful, but with all the spring catalogs arriving I can't help thinking about spring.  I am looking forward to the warm rain and jumping in the puddles, with the boys of course! (wink, wink)  Rain coats and rain boots are a neccessity around this house and here are my picks for this spring.

Infant Striped Coat

Ladies Striped Coat

Boys Yellow Coat

Infant Red Boots

Ladies Boots in Cornflower

Boys Navy Boots

Slammin' Jammies

Today started just like the last two mornings.  I awaken to the pitter-patter of little feet and look at the clock.  Morning already?  It is still pitch black outside and my bed is warm and inviting.  I give my husband a pathetic look and he agrees to let me "sleep" for ten more minutes.  Sleep.  I have really grown to appreciate it since becoming a parent.  With sleep on my mind, I picked out a few new pj's I wouldn't mind climbing into right about now.  Yawn.  I think I'll go make some coffee.

1. J. Crew Short-sleeve Pajama Set

2. Donna Karan Nightdress

3. Aerie Lace Boxer

4. Donna Karan Chemise

5. Gilligan & O'Malley Black Pajama Set

6. J. Crew Nightshirt

Going Green

Two days before the new color of year was announced, Bean asked me if my favorite color was still red.  I told him my new favorite color was emerald green and then I searched the house for an example to show him.  He said it was pretty, but not as pretty as John Deere green.  Needless to say, I was uber-excited to find out that emerald green is the color of the year for 2013.  Here are a few pieces I may have to include in my wardrobe this year.  Fingers crossed that next year will be John Deere green.  Just kidding!

Belt
Earrings
Skirt
iphone case
Nail polish
Ring
Bra Set
Pea coat
Ballet flats
Cashmere cardigan
Tote
Notebook

Everyday Pearls

I mentioned yesterday that my expensive jewelry never gets worn and it got me feeling kind of bad about it.  I have a lovely strand of pearls that I wore on my wedding day, but seeing as I haven't been invited to many cocktail parties or galas lately, they haven't been worn since.  What if I found a way to wear them during the day?  You know, without looking like "the Beav's" mom.

A white button down shirt always looks good with pearls and the leather cuff and flats keep it more casual.   

I love the feminine details on the coat and dress paired with the casual boot.  I would love to wear this for a lunch with friends or my hubby. 

Winter Chic

Whoa it is cold outside.  I mean take your breath away cold.  I mean turn around and climb back in bed cold.  I mean empty your savings account and hop on the first flight to the Carribean cold.  So can you still look good all bundled up while trudging through the snow?  I believe you can!

wool mittens, yellow jacket, bomber hat, flannel-lined jeans, ski boots