Summer minded

I'm in midst of planning a brunch or dinner party for when we finish decorating the new apartment. Guests are invited to bring as much wine as possible as a housewarming gift.

Guests are also encouraged to wear nothing but Chanel.

just kidding.

A little picnic party inspiration-


Diane Kruger in Chanel, playing Bocce in St. Tropez. (Taken from Style.com)

Tory Burch-Bernadette Top
I love the boat neckline as well as the cap sleeves. The nautical theme is overdone but the off the shoulder style gives this seaside staple a creative, edgy feel so it's not just another white and navy striped t-shirt.



The Angolmania Dress by Vivienne Westwood in Heather Grey. AMAZING. I know. !
I love the gathered fabric above the chest and at the hip. I love it's oversized, unfitted design. I'd try a belt with it too.

This is not a shout out to Bloomingdales OR Marc Jacobs

I'm getting closer and closer to paying off my credit card and I MUST say there are a "few" items that I plan on building my new bill with...guilty feeling setting in NOW.


The Layered Jersey Tank Dress- Marc by Marc Jacobs $138

Cotton + Synthetic = Craze Amaze. The blend of these two create the most
comfortable and attractive fabric. Jersey knit is wonderful to wear and also sleep in(i.e. Target has the BEST Jersey Sheets in a variety colors!!)
I found this dress at Bloomingdales and plan to add it to my wardrobe as soon as possible. Besides the blue and pink blend shown above, there is also a grey version with lime green trimming which is perfect for Summer.



This picture does not do the "Lightweight French Terry Romper" any justice. I tried this on at Bloomingdales and was almost tempted to stow it in my purse before leaving(clepto! Not, j/k)But in actuality, this piece has a great fit, and is creatively cut with snaps on the sides and a tie which I prefer to keep in the back, though the picture shows the opposite. Marc by Marc Jacobs, $128.


Ok so maybe I am on a Bloomingdales and Marc kick...honestly I usually don't awe over Marc anything, but I really liked what I found amongst the muck. This "Cheetah Flock" T-Shirt Dress caught my eye immediately. I'd hate to say it's "very me" because I don't like to claim any one style as my own, (I'm proud to consider myself as a connoisseur of the eclectic style)but this really does say "Eileen" all over it. $158.



Pleated "Lafayette" Top $142.50
I love Juliet inspired tops for their comfortability, laid back, romantic appeal, and I loved this one by DVF.