Maxi Magic

When it comes to summer I live in a maxi at the beach. I find myself adding a maxi to my collection each year. From solids to patterns it's hard to go wrong and each maxi gives you a different attitude. Maxis are perfect for boat rides or the occasional gust of wind. In the winter placing a more boxy shorter sweater over can transform it into a maxi skirt, pair with booties and your ready for a winter's day.

(Forever 21 Maxi and Vest, Ann Taylor Necklace, Longchamp Bag)

Jewelry is the one thing that can make any outfit into anything you want it to be. Putting a chunky gold chain pendant with a simple dress can make it go from day to night.

Dressing up you maxi with a vest or cardigan can also take it from beach to dinner. Not only do summer nights get chilly but it will add a layer of interest to your outfit.

Never think you are too short for a maxi. It can elongate you and make you seem taller then you are. You can always hem a longer skirt or wear heels and no one will every know you are really 4 inches shorter!

Florida Florals

Florals and bright colors scream summer, add the two together and you have a perfect vacation outfit. While in Florida a few weeks back I sported this look to a seafood restaurant with jeans and gold sandals, due to a chilly night. This blouse caught my eye at one of my weekly trips to Target and I knew it would go great next to a palm tree.  I love all the different colors!  The more colors you can pair with an item the more you can wear them! 

(Jcrew Sweater (on sale!), Target Blouse, Target Shorts, Ann Taylor Loft Sunnies, Forever 21 Ring, Havaiana Sandals)

To take this look from day-to-night throw on a pair of jeans and a colored, or nude heel. You can also add a brighter sweater or blazer, depending on your shoe color choice. If you choose bright outerwear go with a nude colored shoe, so the two aren't over powering each other. I added fuchsia lipstick during the night to pop my neutrals!

Where are your favorite vacation spots?