Spring into Spring

Oh lordy, lovely readers, you asked for it, and it seems like this "Transition into Spring" post has been in the works for a thousand years (seriously, all this collaging, linking, and pretend online shopping takes time!), but finally, I am ready to post! Okay, ready?

shoes!

platforms! wooden soles! neutral colors! clogs!

(1. Kimchi Blue Patent T-Strap Skimmer,   2. Loeffler Randall,  Yvette Cut Out Bootie,   3. Rachel Comey, leather "DEKALB",   4. Diane von Furstenberg, Opal Crisscross Wedge Sandals,   5. DVF, Zia Sandal,   6. Jeffrey Campbell, 'Snick' Platform Sandal,  7.  Cole Haan, Air Jocelyn High Sandal,  8. Pedro Garcia, Patty Suede Wishbone Sandals,   9. Deena and Ozzie Wingtip Oxford,   10. Pour la Victoire, Matila,   11. Coclico Shoes, Lilly Platform Sandals,   12. Ash, Kim Slashed Ankle Booties)

tights!

in oh-so-pretty shades of pink and white!  sheers!  patterns!  prints!  fishnets!  lace!  knee-highs (I LOVE knee-highs)!

 (1., 4. and 6. via Urban Outfitters,   2. and 3. via American Apparel,   5. Stretsis via Revolve)

jewels etc.!

statement necklaces!  drape-y chains!  "ethnic" (sorry, I don't know) pieces!  feminine hair accessories!  fedoras!  agate stone jewelry!  plastic framed sunglasses in shades of blush!  friendship bracelet style bracelets!!!

(1. Sachin + Babi, Kahlo Necklace,   2. Lizzie Fortunato Jewels, Lightning Field 1977 Necklace,   3. ABC by Annie Costello Brown, Y Necklace,   4. Cascading Chain Knot Necklace,   5. Filigree Leaf Headband,   6. Bop Basics, Panama Small Brim Fedora,   7. Raw Crystal Studs,   8. Mixed Media Bracelets,   9. Mosley Tribes Eyewear, Bromley Sunglasses,   10. Julie Rofman Sparkle Beaded Cuff)

spects!

big black framed spectacles!  apparently all the cool kids are doing it, not me though, bad look for me!

(1. Holly Readers,   2. Dree Hemingway via Fashion and Fables,   3.  Pandora via Haute Design)

dress!

ahhh the grand finale!  start integrating color back in, yellow, pink, blue and watercolor like prints!    waist-defining frocks!  tulip skirts!  for those of us where it's still chilly transition by pairing tights, scarfs, cardigans and light jackets with lighter spring pieces (see Taylor in the yellow skirt with booties, tights and sweater, or Emmanuelle in her signature shorts/tights combo and a fitted jacket)!

(1. See by Chloe, The Favorite Chloe Day Dress,   2. TOLANI Scarf,   3. Organic S/S 2010 via Otte-a-Tete,   4. Something Else by Natalie Wood, Waisted Stripe Skirt,   5. Eight Sixty, Brushed Stroke Tunic Dress,   6. Shabd, S/S 2010,   7. Taylor via Sterling Style,   8. Emmanuelle via Dress, Design & Decor,   9. ValJean via Dress, Design & Decor,   10. Emily via Cupcakes and Cashmere)

That's all for now mes amours, I hope you feel enlightened and inspired. and I hope you are getting ready for bed... I on the other hand have two papers due tomorrow and an all-nighter to look forward to, but I just had to get a little fashion in first. Pour L'amour de Fashion! night-night, poupées, xoxo.