Summer Must-Haves!

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Hi friends! We’re always on the lookout for versatile wardrobe staples, and this chino blazer and shorts combo has quickly become a new go-to! We love these pieces paired with a crisp white button-up, or try a fun patterned top to change things up. And for a unique spin on chino separates, we adore this raffia trim jacket with these fringe-hem pants! We’re sharing lots more of our latest summer favorites below, and be sure to take advantage of the long weekend deals that have extended into today like an extra 50% off of sale styles at J.Crew (we’re eyeing this floral dress, these boyfriend jeans and this cute striped swimsuit!), 20% off of everything at Serena & Lily (snap up our favorite outdoor furniture on sale!) and our P+P color studies and alphabet art prints are specially priced today! We rounded up all of the best holiday sales and even more of our latest must-haves here…happy shopping!

Photography by Jessica Amerson

Vacation-Ready Favorites!

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The countdown is on for our sunny summer trips, and we’re busy planning out the perfect warm weather packing list! We always turn to Saks for great swimwear and coverups, pretty (and colorful!) dresses for daytime and evenings out, and the best shoes, bags and accessories to pull together the looks. Saks carries all of our favorite designers like Johanna Ortiz, Agua by Agua Bendita and Zimmermann, so it’s super convenient to shop them all in one spot!

We’re so smitten with this pattern-happy red and white linen dress….the large-scale graphic print is amazing, and you know we can’t resist a dramatic puff sleeve! It’s great paired with our go-to espadrilles (they’re so comfortable!), or it would be equally perfect with classic flat sandals or gold heels. We’re carry-on-only packers, so versatile shoes and accessories are especially important when traveling…this straw hat, these chic sunglasses and these gold statement earrings all fit the bill!

You can browse our latest getaway-ready finds in the gallery below and check out even more must-haves at saks.com!

Post sponsored by Saks Fifth Avenue / Photography by Jessica Amerson

Current Crushes!

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Hi friends! We’re excited to share our latest installment of crushes — just click or tap directly on the items above or in the gallery below for all of the details! Right now we’re taking advantage of the amazing holiday weekend deals, and we’ve made things easy for you to do the same by rounding up the best sales plus the scoop on everything that we’re eyeing and buying!

J.Crew: So many new styles are 40-50% off and sale items are an extra 60% off of already marked down prices…don’t miss our new favorite white jeans, this darling pareo, this eyelet top, and these pretty table linens that are such a steal!

Serena & Lily: Save 20% on everything with the code ‘SPLASH’…we’ve got this cute table lamp and these striped sheets in our cart, and it’s the perfect time to get your patio ready for summer with our favorite outdoor furniture!

Printfresh: Sale styles are an additional 20% off this weekend with the code ‘SUMMER’, including the last few remaining sizes from our collaboration collection!

Boden: Everything is 30% off (including sale styles!) when you use the code ‘T9W4’ at checkout…you can take a look at our latest Boden summer favorites and see how we styled them here!

Ballard Designs: Lots of styles are 20% off and ship free, including these gingham outdoor pillows, this rattan bench, these coral-inspired mirrors and these cute planters.

Rifle Paper Co.: Everything is 25% off with the code ‘BLOOM25’…it’s a great time to stock up on cute gifts to keep on hand like this recipe tin and the matching cards!

Rhode: Sale styles are an extra 20% off with the code ‘SUNNY20’ – we’re loving this tiered ruffle skirt and matching top, and this striped dress with smocked details on the shoulder!

Hunter Bell: Lots of pretty styles were just marked down, including this shibori print puff-sleeve dress, this gingham blazer, and this pretty top and floral skirt that we own and wear together!

Amanda Lindroth: Glassware, hurricanes and vases are 25% off, and tag sale items are up to 70% off…don’t miss these scalloped shams, this mini tote and these raffia wrapped glasses (four for $28!).

Mytheresa: We’re swooning over designer markdowns like this puff-sleeve gown, these clear mules and this silk maxi dress!

SteamLine Luggage: Snap up our SteamLine luggage favorites on sale just in time for summer getaways…we’re smitten with this raffia carryon and matching checked bag!

Shopbop: Don’t miss designer deals up to 50% off, like this paisley off the shoulder dress, this fun acrylic clutch, this puff-sleeve top and this smocked bodice dress!

Madewell: Save 30% on everything and an extra 40% on select sale items…we’re eyeing these strappy sandals and this reversible one-piece swimsuit (just $27!).

MacKenzie-Childs: Many styles are marked down right now, including checked favorites like this tissue box cover, this enamel waste bin and this versatile tray!

Pamela Munson: Lots of our favorite bags are 25% off when you use the code ‘MEMORIALDAY25’, including this floral raffia style, this rattan-bottom canvas tote and our go-to pearl-detail clutch!

Saks Fifth Avenue: There are so many great designer deals up to 50% off right now, including this darling swimsuit, this tie-front tiered dress, and this raffia-fringe dress that we own and adore.

Have a wonderful holiday weekend!

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Handbag Wishlist!

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Hi friends! We can’t resist a great handbag, whether it’s a classic staple or something fun and colorful! We’ve rounded up lots of our newest favorites, as well as amazing deals from our go-to source for luxury designer bags at a discount…take a peek at everything we’re eyeing right now in the gallery below!

We’re also snapping up sale must-haves at J.Crew today, like this cute plaid swimsuit and matching sarong, this blockprint maxi dress, this Liberty coverup and these darling napkins (four for just $20!), and don’t miss 20% off of everything at Serena & Lily (it’s not too late to spruce up your patio to enjoy all summer!). Lots of our print-happy favorites are majorly marked down at Saks today like this fringe-hem midi dress and this vacation-ready halter dress, and be sure to check out the sale at Ballard Designs, where furniture and lighting are 25% off (including favorites like these bamboo chairs and these rattan nightstands!). Happy shopping!

Friday Favorites!

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Happy Friday, friends! Our spruced up work space has us feeling inspired and productive…we’re sharing lots of fun desk finds in the gallery below (including this darling ceramic table lamp from Ariel Okin’s collaboration with Mitzi and the prettiest new framed art from our dear friend Kayce Hughes!).

So many brands are kicking off their Memorial Day sales early so we’re adding a bunch of great deals to our carts today! Don’t miss up to 50% off of new J.Crew summer styles and an extra 50% off of already marked down sale items…we’re eyeing this stamped floral one-piece, this draped sarong, this tie-front midi dress and this eyelet top. Take advantage of early VIP access to 20% off everything at Serena & Lily with the code ‘GOFIRST’…we’re loving this rattan desk, these striped pillows and this petite table lamp! Be sure to check out more of our latest favorites and deals you won’t want to miss in this week’s Current Crushes round up, as well as our classic staples and new summer must-haves. Have a wonderful weekend!

Photography by Jessica Amerson