Leather Legacy Patricia

Thinking this small black leather purse would make for a perfect addition to any wardrobe.

COACH Legacy Leather Patricia, Bloomingdale's

Solid Wrap Dress

A classic wrap style dress that would be perfect for so many different occasions.

Solid Wrap Dress, GAP

Printed Dolman Sleeve Top

I'm crazy about dolman sleeve tops. Many of the tops have a "drapey" fabric and are very comfortable. I've found that they really work well with a pear shape (like my own) by balancing everything out nicely. I do think they might be tricky for a petite person, only because a petite figure might get lost in that extra fabric.

This top from Ann Taylor loft looks like a fun top for a Friday night out:

Printed Dolman Sleeve Cocoon Top, Ann Taylor Loft

Fitted boyfriend plaid ruffle shirt

Great color and the ruffle detail adds a feminine touch.

Fitted boyfriend plaid ruffle shirt, GAP

Zip Shoulder Sweater

I'm looking forward to Fall and Winter. It's time to pull out the sweaters from storage!
This golden sweater with an exposed zipper is classic with a modern touch. I would like to pair this sweater with dark rinse jeans as shown.

Halogen Zip Shoulder Sweater, Nordstrom

Rose Watch

This Fossil watch would be such a great accessory...love the color and large face.

Heather Stainless Steel Watch-Rose, Fossil

Liberty perfect shirt in floral

Loving these Liberty print shirts from J.Crew.

Liberty perfect shirt in floral, J.Crew

Merino Cardigan

It is still summer, but I'm already thinking about a Fall wardrobe. I'm thinking an orange cardigan would be a fun for Autumn. A little bit of Illini spirit, but more of a muted orange tone. Doesn't this one look great with dark denim jeans?

Halogen "New Girlfriend" Merino Cardigan, Nordstrom

Ann Taylor Miracle Dress

Ah, this dress looks uber flattering. Also, one of those dresses that would transition from work to a night out perfectly.

Miracle Dress, Ann Taylor

Denim Midi Shorts

Denim Midi Shorts, Madewell

Crop Jeans

I would like to try some cropped jeans for springs. I like the look of rolled jeans. Great way to highlight fun shoes!

Sienna Tomboy Crop Jeans, Lucky Brand Jeans

Pintuck Print top

On the lookout for spring work tops. I love the colors of this airy blouse.

Pintuck print top, Banana Republic

Pretty wedge

I'm loving the pretty, feminine ankle strap on these wedges.

Classic color choices-tan, gray, navy, and black. I'm personally digging the navy.

Closetoe Wedge Navy, Marais USA

Cotton parka

What a fun spring jacket! I would love to get a yellow rain jacket for spring. This cotton parka would also fit the bill.

Women's Waxed Cotton Parka, Lands' End Canvas

Spring dress

I'm getting tired of the dreary days of winter, so when I'm out shopping I'm drawn to dresses and spring tops. I didn't wear many dresses for quite a few years. Just last summer I started wearing them again, and I'm happy to say I love them. I had a hard time adjusting to my larger figure and I've had to accept that how I look now in a dress definitely isn't the same as in my skinny days. That is perfectly okay!

I love the bright splashes of color in this dress as well as the sleeves, but it might be a tad too short for me.

Eliza J Print Crepe de Chine Shirt Dress, Nordstrom

Soft heathered V-neck T

I have always loved tshirts from Gap. Soft, comfortable, and a great fit. I'm thinking pink will be pretty for spring.
Soft heathered V-neck T, Gap

Black pump

Love this sexy black pump.

Jora by Joan & David, Piperlime, Oliva Palermo's pick