Friday Fancies: Craving Florals

First off, I want to begin by saying, my laptop is in a precarious state. So I'm blogging from my iPad, therefore I apologize that this post isn't going to be up to par. Eek! Hopefully after the weekend all will be back in order. On to my Friday Fancies.

While looking back at my posts this week, it was apparent that I have a thing for floral prints. So it only made sense to share with you all some of my favorite floral pieces that are currently on my wishlist.

Shorts - Forever 21 | Dresses - Lulus & Topshop | Jumpsuit - Zara | Blazer - Zara

And to add that final floral touch to any outfit why not a fabulous bangle.

Bangle available at Lotus Blossom Design.

Hope you all have a wonderful Father's Day weekend!

XO,

Elvy

Friday Fancies: Sunny Yellows + Prints

It's that time of the week again, it's finally Friday and that means I get to share some of the things that have caught my eye this week. Maybe with some of the Memorial Day sales I can get a little extra discount on some of these pretties. 

I think I have a thing for yellow. I didn't even realize that pretty much everything I've been wanting is yellow until I put together this style board. Oh well, what better way to embrace the warm weather then with this sunny color.

Shorts: American Eagle | Shoes: Zara | Dress: ASOS | Sunnies: Anthropologie | Skirt: J. Crew Factory | Dress: Forever 21 | Bikini: Topshop

Well I hope you all enjoy your long weekend. And happy Memorial Day shopping!

Friday Fancies: Retro Inspired Swimwear

Love it or hate it, retro inspired swimwear is popping up everywhere. With my Maui vacation just 2 weeks away, I've been on the hunt for a fun new bikini. And after looking online and in stores, I've noticed that just about everyone is coming up with their own retro bikini looks. 
I personally think they're adorable. But I haven't seen it on anyone in person nor have I tried one on. Iconic women like Marilyn Monroe wore similar type bathing suits during their time and looked beautiful. But it makes me wonder are these types of swimwear more suited for certain body types. 
Here's Taylor Swift spotted on several occasions in a retro inspired bathing suit.

 And here are some I've found that caught my interest. What do you all think? Love them? or Hate them?

TopShop | ASOS | Betsey Johnson | Forever 21| ASOS
I'm caught in the middle with this trend. While I love the pin-up inpsired look I don't know if I could pull of this trend or even if it's suited for all body types. Personally I feel like the different cuts of the bottoms could possibly be quite unflattering. If the bottoms come up too high, would it cut into your stomach if say you're not as toned as these models. Or maybe these are going to be a great option for the ladies who've just given birth. And if you're like me, who enjoys a brazilian bikini bottom because well you're lacking a little oomph in the back end, are these going to be too much coverage? 
I'm sure as the weather continues to heat up more of these will start to appear. I'm ready to see who will be sporting one this Summer. And you may just find me in one of these too.
I'm dying to hear your thoughts on this bikini trend, so please share.

Spring Trend To Try: The Crop Top

So a good friend of mine which you may know, the soon to be ex-Ms. Socal, over at Lotus Blossom Design once mentioned to me that we should try the crop top look. And while at the time I didn't take it too seriously,  I've been giving it a lot more thought lately since it's been making it's appearance on and off the runaway. Take the celebs above, I think they all look spectacular in their crop tops and not the least bit like a late night streetwalker. Also, if you follow the blog, B Soup you will have noticed she recently dared to bare her abs in a crop top look too, which really made me consider trying this look. But when would this be appropriate? And where to find a worthy crop top that is still classy and chic. A bit of an oxymoron if you ask me, but if I'm to try this look I must find the perfect crop top.

As I began the search for this "perfect" crop top, I also needed to find the right occasion to wear such a thing...my upcoming Maui vacay! Ding, Ding, Ding! Where else is a crop top  perfect year round? Hawaii, duh!? I don't know why I didn't think of this before, but I guess if I'm going to try it why not in Maui.

And here are some that I found that might fit the bill of the "perfect" crop top.

H&M | Lashes of London | Forever 21 | River Island | Target [as seen on B Soup] | ASOS | TopShop | TopShop | Forever 21

Now I recently picked up the one from Target during a visit hoping to try it on at home before deciding if it was a keeper or not. Still haven't. Ha! But I am going to soon, as it looked great on Bethany at B Soup. However, I'm still considering one of these other ones. 

Will you dare to bare? 

Wednesday Wishlist

There's always room for more! Here are a few things I've been eyeing.

1. Gap Jaquard Mini Skirt $59.95 | 2. Bauble Bob Necklace $18 | 3. J. Crew Collection Contessa Pumps $278 | 4. ASOS Petite Floral Mini Dress $67.82 | 5. J. Crew Collection Etta Pumps $378 | 6. Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAC in Mint $195 | 7. Bauble Bop Love Cuff | 8. Topshop Lace Crop Top $56 | 9. Forever 21 Retro Geo Shorts $11.80 | 10. J. Crew Stripe Bandeau Swimsuit $94

I've been looking for a swimsuit that resembles the orginial Barbie's and this J. Crew one is pretty darn close.  What do you think? 

Happy Hump Day!