Best Dressed Guest

 

The annual Carolina Cup runs this Saturday and with it, the official start of the Spring season. Springdale Race Course in Camden, South Carolina hosts gentlemen and ladies dressed in their very finest and at the Cup, it's all about the dress. I love this watercolor print from the fine folks at Anthropologie {Gathered Hemlock Dress in "Orange"}. It's different from the sea of Lilly normally spotted around Springdale and "different " isn't exactly a bad thing. Since the Cup is an all day affair, make sure to wear stylish, yet comfortable, shoes. You wouldn't want your heels sinking in the grass, so I always opt for a cute pair of flats {"Brisk Pixie" by Clarks}. Also, make sure to grab a cute clutch to carry your essentials. I love this wicker version with light gold hardware from Kate Spade {Eastward Avenue Kayla}. Always optimistic for bright, sunny weather, don't forget your sunhat and a cute pair of shades {MMJ178-S by Marc Jacobs}and never, ever forget your pearls.

Best Dressed Guest

The pleasure of your company has been requested. Now what? Each week, I style an outfit to make you the best dressed guest for any occasion. 

Bachelorette parties are so much fun, especially when the beach is involved. I love the idea of a girls getaway to sexy, sultry South Beach! Get in the mood for cocktails and dancing with this gorgeous maxi dress from Lotta Stensson and a pair of fun flats to keep comfy through the night {Paiige by Steve Madden}. With the warm weather, keep hair simple with beachy waves  or fancy with a fish-tail braid to show off some amazing earrings. {MAWI}. Grab a sparkly clutch {I love that this one from Anya Hindmarch is big enough for a wallet, smartphone and lipstick}and don't forget a pre-bachelorette mani/pedi {Big Spender by Essie is a personal favorite}. Cheers, Ladies! {Invitation by French Blue}.

Best Dressed Guest

The pleasure of your company has been requested. Now what? Each week, I style an outfit to make you the best dressed guest for any occasion.

I am obsessed with the "Caroline" maxi dress from Milly. Obsessed! Chevron stripes are one of my favorite preppy patterns and are just perfect for a poolside soiree at the club. The unexpected color combination of Hermes orange and nautical navy will make your tan pop and the rattan espadrille and clutch keep this look summertime specific. Hot trend this season? Match your lipstick to your outfit and you'll be in with the ladies-who-lunch crowd before you can perfect your backhand.

{1} Trina Turk; {2} Jack Rogers; {3} Milly; {4} Carlee Sizemore; {5} Michael Kors; {6} MAC

Best Dressed Guest

The pleasure of your company has been requested. Now what? Each week, I style an outfit to make you the best dressed guest for any occasion.  

Dancing under the stars, plenty of candlelight, soft colors, the promise of romance. And as a true romantic, why don't you dress the part? I'm not talking "theme". I'm suggesting to dress to compliment the bride's vision for her special day. This dress from ModCloth is super-romantic. The blush hue, the fabric and folds and ruffles, oh my!  As much as I love high heels, I hardly want to be dancing the night away in them. This comfortable, yet stylish, option from Clarks gives you a cushy insole that will keep you on the dancefloor and a chunky heel that won't have you sinking in the grass. Add the sweet bow earrings, rose-gold sequined bag and Chanel lips {who doesn't feel more glamorous in even a touch of Chanel?} and you're all set. Best dressed guest!

Sources: {1} Hello Lucky; {2} Plush Silk, Indigo by Clarks; {3} Metal Bow Studs, Marc Jacobs; {4} Halston Heritage; {5} Bunches of Love, ModCloth; {6} Coco Rouge, Chanel