{guest blogger: covering the bases}

Cutout Dress / Blue Bow Heels / Mirror Sunglasses / Mini Monogram Necklace / Pearl Earrings 

Jewelry: Michael Kors Watch / Kendra Scott Bracelet / Gold Crossover Ring / David Yurman: Pearl/Black/Teal Cuff / David Yurman Chain / David Yurman Crossover Ring / David Yurman Onyx Ring 

HAPPY FRIDAY PEOPLE! I’m Krista from Covering the Bases and I’ll be taking over for Jennifer today (thanks for having me). Covering the Bases is a fashion and travel blog based in NYC and I hope you’re able to stop by and check it out when you can! You’ll see various outfits (mostly blue ones) like this here, fun travel content (every Tuesday) and a LOT of weird commentary from yours truly.

 To speak about the outfit real quick, I recently got this dress in and I just love it. I was a little nervous about the cutout but I found that it wasn't anywhere near revealing. I've also figured out this fit and flare work for me so that's cool. You want to know what else is cool? The material of this dress. I don't know what it is, but it's awesome!

SHOP MY LOOK HERE:

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Thanks so much for stopping by! Be sure to check out Krista's blog :) Hope you're enjoying the posts this week!

Love Always,

{guest blogger: glitter & gingham}

Hey y'all! Shelby from Glitter & Gingham here! I am super excited to be filling in for Jenn today, thanks Jenn for letting me share some of my favorite looks I have put together for spring! I will list all the details below, but I would love for y'all to head on over to G&G and stay for a while! 

Dress Accordingly, 

Shelby 

Spring Sweater Season 

old J. Crew Sweater (identical) / Piperlime Skirt (similar) / old Sole Society Heels (similar) / Lulu Frost & Vintage (similar) Necklaces / J. Crew & David Yurman Bracelets / Clare V. Clutch / Ray-Ban Aviators / Urban Decay 'Naked' Lipstick / Bite Beauty 'Rambutan' Lipgloss / Michael Kors Watch 

Pink Stripe 

J. Crew Factory Jacket / J. Crew Tee / gifted James Jeans / Dune London Sandals / Clare V. Crossbody (similar) / Accessory Concierge Monogram Necklace / Tassel Necklace / Ray-Ban Aviators 

Basics + Blush 

ONE by Pink Stitch Maxi Dress (this is the taupe color :) ) / J. Crew Factory Jacket / old Zara Heels (similar) / Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAB (out of stock, similar) / Anthropologie Earrings (similar) / J. Crew Pavé Bracelet / Michael Kors Mini Bradshaw Watch / Margaret Elizabeth Ophelia Cocktail Ring 

Tweed Please 

old Zara Jacket (similar) / J.O.A. Top (similar) / J. Crew Jeans / J. Crew d'Orsay Flats / Bauble Bar Necklace / Michael Kors Watch / Clare V. Sandrine (similar)/ Ray-Ban Aviators 

Backless Is Better

old H&M Blazer (similar- splurge, save) / gifted Show Me Your Mumu Top via Riffraff / J. Crew Jeans / J. Crew Heels / 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli / old J. Crew Necklace (similar) / Bauble Bar Earrings (no longer online)

Bring Me a Bourbon 

old J. Crew Factory Jacket / gifted High Street Fly Tee / Old Navy Jeans / Nike Sneaks / Clare V. Sandrine Satchel (similar here & here) / Michael Kors Watch / J. Crew & Bauble Bar Bracelets / Gorjana Necklace via Rocksbox [use code shelbyxoxo for your first month free!] / Ray-Ban Aviators

Pops of Purple 

ASTR Blazer / ASOS Dress / Steven by Steve Madden Sandals (similar color) / Kate Spade Bag (similar) / Michael Kors Mini Bradshaw Watch / David Yurman Bracelets / Bauble Bar Earrings / gifted Gauge Necklace 

Off to the Races!

old Bar III Jacket (similar) / gifted Dress from Calypso Boutique (Lexington, KY) / old Just Fab Heels (similar) / J. Crew, David Yurman and gifted Lele Sadoughi Bracelets / Ray-Ban Aviators

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Thanks so much for stopping by! Be sure to check out Shelby's blog :) Hope you're enjoying the posts this week!

Love Always,

{guest blogger: primp & proper}

J. Crew Factory Cardigan // J. Crew Chambray Shirt // Levi's Jeans // Target Sandals 

GiGi New York Clutch // Michael Kors Watch (old, similar) // J. Crew Pave Link Bracelet // Sunglasses

Photos by Nicole

If you follow me on Instagram then you've probably seen the countless photos of flowers and cherry blossoms I've been posting lately. How can I not post so many though?! Washington, D.C. is known for being one of (in my opinion no other city even compares) the most gorgeous cities in the country during spring time. I guess it's the vast amounts of cherry blossoms throughout the city. Downtown, on Capitol Hill, and most famously, the Tidal Basin. You can find these beautiful blooms everywhere.

Two weekends ago they were in peak bloom. Meaning the cherry blossoms were at their fullest and most gorgeous, and the point right before the white/pinkish tint of the bloom disappears. Peak bloom typically lasts two-three days. So there's always a mad rush to get down to the tidal basin to see them. Even though us locals have to battle the hoards of tourists, it's worth it.

I get asked all the time what my "go-to" outfit for touring the city during the spring is. For me it's about being comfortable, warm (as the winds can be pretty cool), but still adding a pop of color to my outfit. My favorite outfit is a good denim jean, chambray button-up, a bright cardi and most importantly, good walking shoes. I tend to save the tennis shoes for the gym, the ballet flats for the office and under ZERO circumstances, do I ever wear heels or wedges to sightsee. It's just not worth it. Choose a comfortable sandal. I love these sparkly sandals from Target. Bonus, they're a much cheaper option of last season's J.Crew stunners that everyone seemed to have.

Do you have a go-to outfit for sightseeing in any city? Let me know!

Keep up with Kristyn on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Bloglovin'!

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Love Always,

{guest blogger: life with emily}

Hi Southern Anchors readers! Emily here from Life With Emily, a NC based life and style blog! I am so excited to be guest blogging for my blog (soon to be IRL!) friend Jennifer today. I am all about sharing on-trend, affordable items with my readers on my blog, so today I wanted to share some of my spring & summer essentials with you Southern Anchors readers! The best part is everything is under $100. Who doesn't love that?!

+ In the warmer months I always love carrying clutches. Lets face it, when it's hot outside the last thing I want to carry around is a heavy bag! This clutch is less than $40 and adds a fun print to any outfit. 

+ Sunglasses are essential...always! As much as I love my Ray-Ban aviators, it's always nice to have a cheaper pair in case anything happens to them! 

+ A bright lipstick can add so much to an overall look. I am currently loving MAC's Show Orchid, it's such a bright pink! 

+ Statement necklaces (like this one) are the perfect way to add a little more glam to any outfit. 

+ Did anyone ever think they would be wearing jelly sandals again? I thought those got left behind in the 90's, but apparently they are back! These jelly sandals are chic and don't remind me of my jellies from 1994! 

+ Espadrilles are a warm weather classic. Soludos makes some of my favorites, like these striped lace up espadrilles.

+ Hi-waisted swimsuits have become my new favorite... I have added quite a few this season already. I love the bright cobalt blue (and the price tag!)

+ A little white dress (LWD) in the summer is the equivalent of a black dress! If I can't find anything else to wear I will throw on a little white dress without fail. 

Thanks so much for reading! You can follow along with me on my blog, instagram, twitter, pinterest & even snapchat (username: enh410)

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Thanks so much for stopping by! Be sure to check out Emily's blog :) Hope you're enjoying the posts this week!

Love Always,

{guest blogger: live more beautifully}

| Outfit Details | Shop Whimsy Maxi here | Fancy Horn Long Necklace here | 'one in a million' initial pendant necklace here | Michael Kors watch here | Classic link bracelet here | Ella Ring in Iridescent Drusy here | Mini MAC Convertible Crossbody Bag in ultraviolet here | Alison Spike Bracelet here | 

Happy Monday y'all! Anna here, from the life + style blog Live More Beautifully! So excited to be guest blogging for my sweet friend Jennifer today. It's that time of year again where maxi dresses become just as popular as lululemon yoga pants! While a few years ago you may have associated wearing long dresses for formal and dressy occasions, now a days it has been 100% acceptable and highly encouraged during spring and summer months. A long maxi dress can be elegant, classy and chic all at the same time!

CAUTION though! You don't want to look frumpy. So its important to pick the right style for your body type and height. Pair it with the right accessories and you can go from sleek and classy to trendy and chic! Dressed down with simple jewels and sandals, like I have with this Shop Whimsy Maxi, gives off a casual summer look and is the perfect way to stay cool and comfortable at the beach or on vacation. Make a simple tweak to a maxi by adding heels and a blazer/ light weight cardigan making it appropriate for the office.

Below I have rounded up some of my favorite maxis for you to shop. Enjoy and feel free to stop by and say hello sometime! 

one // two // three // four // five // six // seven

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Thanks so much for stopping by! Be sure to check out Anna's blog :) Hope you enjoy the posts this week!

Love Always,