Matching Sets For Wherever August Takes You

{ Moda Operandi }

This "matching set" trend is a real thing. Many online stores even have departments labeled that. It's easy dressing, and expands your wardrobe, too.  If you love a coordinated look without wearing a suit, scroll down to shop this edit of perfect pairs.

Cinq a Sept Jacket & Pants

Love this for a casual night out. It's sporty and sexy at the same time. Pieces sold separately.

Giles Pants    Holly Jacket

Fitz Two Piece Set

Made with 96% organic cotton and 4% Spandex, this sizzling set is guaranteed to keep you cool 

Reformation

Marseille Skirt & Shirt
Do pack this for a trip to Marseille or anywhere lovely. It's all silk and sensational. Sold individually

Cynthia Rowley

Free-est By Free People

Cool and classic with free flowing skirt and fitted top. Each piece is perfect for pairing with other styles in your wardrobe. Sold as a set $108

Free People 

Alice & Olivia Jacket and Jean

Who doesn't love some stylish scribbles? It's a fun look for the end of summer.

Alice + Olivia

Veronica Beard Short & Jacket
A dressed up way to wear shorts if you can rock the look.

Tuckernuck    and   Saks

Malibu Travel Set

Road trip anyone? This set is made from triple fleece and 100% cotton, so you know it has to be cozy. The top is not just a sweatshirt, it's also a capelet, which will give you range of movement. Available in ten colors

Frank & Eileen

Two-Piece Midi Dress

For the young at heart (and body). A super sweet look for dress up events. Think garden parties and afternoon weddings. A budget buy at $88.

Lulu's

Ellie Set

This comfy cozy set goes from the beach to the bistro. Available in four other shades for $78.

Free People

Sand Scarf Pajama Shirt & Pant

This is an eye catching print and stylish silhouette. Perfect for any party or lunch date. Each piece sold separately.

Farm Rio

Staud London Skirt & Dover Top

What a sweet set!  The pieces are sold separately. That top makes the outfit, but it is also good with denim. Wonderful!

Skirt   Top

La Double J Boy Shirt & Palazzo Pants

I am not usually one for bold flowers. But this silk twill and use of color really caught my eye. It's from the new La Double J x Orlebar Brown collaboration. Where couldn't you wear this?
Net-a- Porter

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Zoom Worthy Spring Tops

The word "Zoom" has taken on a new meaning in the last year. If you are working from home, and have a lot of video meetings, or just enjoy the weekly happy hour zoom with friends, you want to look your best. This roundup of 13 tops will get you noticed. It's all about the details like a dramatic sleeve, a cold shoulder, a ruffle or a pleat. As always, there's a style for every budget.

Batwing Wool Top

Fluid and fab. It's made from merino wool and mulberry silk. Just great!

Cos Stores

Rib Knit Top

A very versatile top at an affordable price. This will be a "go to" piece in your wardrobe.

H & M

Ganni Printed Mesh Shirt

This is the perfect layering piece, be it over a cami, tank or black tee shirt. It can be worn open or buttoned up. A good style to add to your

WFH wardrobe.

Shopbop 

Up To Speed Jacket

Love this less than $100 faux leather jacket. It can be layered over anything. Add a neck scarf and cover up your dull tee shirt for your next zoom meeting. Also available in Caramel.

Tuckernuck

Alastor Sweater

I have a black and white button sweater, that I have forgotten all about. Like this fabulous piece, it would be perfect for my zoom cocktail hours. 

Staud Clothing

Fiala Shirt

A good white shirt will take you anywhere. This stylish shirt has been made with 75% cotton and 25% silk. It's both fresh and feminine.

AllSaints

Roy Mixed Media Pullover

Artfully created to look like a vest worn over a pretty eyelet blouse, this is one terrific top. It's effortlessly chic.

Veronica Beard  or  Nordstrom

Skyler Kaftan
It's a dress, it's a top, it's a kaftan! I personally would wear it as a coverup.  Make sure that you use your hands a lot while you zoom and talk. Those sleeves are amazing!

Cynthia Rowley

Cashmere Crewneck
"Your Spring fashion forecast calls for a cloud of cashmere, quite literally." Its' cloud like softness and pretty print is a great way to hit refresh for the new season.

White & Warren

Jayda High Neck Blouse

This blouse brings on the drama without busting the budget. It's less than $75. Loving the drapey fit and those sleeves! So perfect for a WFH Zoom.

ASOS

Mary's Garden Blouse

No wallflower, you! This fun floral will get you noticed at the meeting or cocktail hour.

Farm Rio

Cold Shoulder Sweater

On a zoom date? Wear this for a little flirtiness. Perfect for those looking for a budget buy.

Shein

Monterey Poncho
I own this in black. Love it! Awaiting the delivery of this color. Wear it over a white blouse as shown, or as I do over and black long sleeve top. Less than $70. and light enough to wear in the Spring.

Tuckernuck

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Fall Trend: The Puffy Sleeve

After sleeves puffed up in the Spring of 2018, they haven't gone away. This season though, they really make a statement. The puff is not what we wore as children. They have become bigger, better, and any sleeve with volume. Here are 10 pretty puff sleeves you can wear all through Fall and Winter.

Joan Bomber Jacket

Isn't this great? If you can do a crop jacket, this style makes a big statement. It's almost sold out but you can still shop it at

Cult Gaia  and Net-a-Porter

Jonathan Simkhai Jumpsuit

Made with stretch cotton, it features contrast stitching and a removable belt. Love!

Moda Operandi

Staud Luna Vegan Puff-Sleeve Top

Vegan leather is on trend this year. And this puffy sleeve makes this top super stylish for Fall.

Neiman Marcus

Save $50 on $200 Purchases Code: NMCIRCLE

Notched Collar Overcoat

On a budget? This chic coat is a good look for the price. Less than $50.

Shein

Nuria Sweater
Cozy and feminine. With a cashmere body and ruffled organza sleeves, this is a wow look.  Talk about table dressing! Also in a pretty pink.

Sea New York

Lovers Apple Cardi

Cozy chic and oh so fun. Take a bite out of this big beautiful cardi.

Farm Rio

Bebe Flair Dress

A soft knit creates a sophisticated style with fabulous sleeves. It's a great look from head to toe.

Cynthia Rowley

Tuxedo Puff Sleeve Blouse

Chic in cotton with elegant pleats and gold buttons. That sleeve length is very practical, as well.

Nicole Miller

Puff Sleeve Tunic Dress

If you like the looks of this dress, do click on the below link or photo to see it move on the runway. I have my eye on this number!

Tory Burch

Simone Rocha T-Shirt

I love everything about this tee shirt. It certainly has been fancied up with a ruffled collar and a 

tulle overlay. 

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Spring Home Decor Budget Buys

{ Via: My Domaine }

Many of us are doing some Spring cleaning these days. I actually washed the terrazzo floors today. One of the good things about cleaning up our acts each season, is that we make room for the new! I know, I know, we don't always have room in our budgets for decorating. But this month we just might. Everything in this edit is $100 and under, but looks much more expensive. Let's shop. I love a bargain. Don't you?

HERE: 14 Finds That Look Like A Million

Speckled Copper Tray

Copper is chic but oxidized copper is oh so interesting. This tray is terrific for serving or displaying a treasure or two. It is over $100 but with 25% off ( Code: BESTIES ) it comes in below budget. A nice piece!
Lulu & Georgia  

Carson Espresso Basket
A chunky catchall that will store almost anything stylishly. Towels in the powder room, toys in the playroom, extra blankets in the guest room. This natural water hyacinth and pandan leaf basket will even catch compliments.
Pier One  

Mela Artisans Cushions
Black and white is always right, no matter what the season. Add a little sharp contrast to your space with chic cushions that are at least 50% off at Barneys Warehouse  

Bali Basket Weave Square Silk Cushion  Rectangle Cushion - The Bora Bora Rectangle Cushion 

Waterworks Marble Containers
Update the master or guest bath with these beautiful pieces. Now all on sale for $100 or less. So lovely!
Neiman Marcus  

Casper Side Dining Chair
Sitting pretty with harmony and grace. These chairs are clearly chic. Available in seven stylish shades. The red is beyond fun.
Domino  

Dip Dyed Stools
A sturdy stool handcrafted from teak branches. They will add personality wherever you place them. Perfect in the bath! Also available in black.
Serena & Lily

Hawkins New York X Food52 Copper, Brass, and Grey Enamel Louise Bowls

Here is how you give any table a festive gleam. The great grey enamel interior coating make them food safe. You'll find yourself reaching for them in every size. Serve salad in the XL bowl, rings and things in the XS, oranges in the Large bowl. Gorgeous for the kitchen island. Priced from $25 - $95, these bowls are beauties.

Food52 

Leather Wrapped Carafe and Glass
Dress your desk or treat your guests to a very glamorous glass of water. Now on sale. 
Anthropologie 

Nate Berkus Metal Caged Accent Stool 

A pretty little piece that would accent the bathroom, dressing room, or any chic corner in your space.
Target  

Acrylic Tray Table
You'll get a chain reaction from guests when they see your clearly chic mini bar cart. Perfect for small spaces. The acrylic tray can be used for service with the carrying handles. Love it as a bedside table, in the powder room or anywhere you want to add a dose of glam.
CB2  

Personalized Wood Acacia Tray

Make a bold personal statement at home, or give as a great gift. A little preppy chic, the solid brass handles make it a classic.

Mark and Graham

Glass Agate Accent Table - Nate Berkus

Agate is all the rage at the moment. I love it, too. This piece has an artistic vibe about it. Even pretty when grouped in multiples.

Target

Summer Throws
Handcrafted by artisans at Eco Tasar. Inspired by the feel and look of Turkish Towels. An easy way to lighten up a room for Spring is to switch out pillows and throws. I would also love these outdoors on the patio. Wonderfully priced.
West Elm  

Wilton Trays

These are great. Use them indoors or out. Their natural basket weave offers a casual vibe. The leather handles add a rich contrast.

Serena and Lily

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