To The Max...

Grecian Alice+Olivia

Striped Tank Maxi

Tibi Buttondown

Embroidered Halter Neck

Free People Bandana Dress

We're getting to that point in the weather where it's either super hot or a little chilly, causing us to pause when picking out an outfit. Enter: the maxi dress. Light enough to be comfortable in warmer weather, yet long enough to keep legs covered when it's a bit breezy. Here are a few I'm currently coveting!

In the Garden

This warm weather is perfect for showing off bright colors...be it silk tops, peep toe shoes, or a fabulous nail shade. 

top- TJMaxx (similar) / cropped pants- H&M / color block peep toes- Nine West (similar) / silver pendant necklace- Silpada / earrings- Sugar Magnolia / sunnies- Fossil / bag- H&M (similar) / watch- Nine West/ bracelet- Ann Taylor Loft (similar) /  nail polish- Wet and Wild Club Havana

Images provided by Charming and Quaint Events.

Trip the Lights Neon

I'm all about some neon and bright colors this spring. After a winter of blah neutral shades of black, brown and gray, a splash of electric hues is what the doctor ordered.

Green Summer Dress and Cap Toe Flats- Old Navy

Neon Pink Hunter Wellies

Oscar De La Renta Earrings

Neon Red Piped Python Booties

Gap Yellow 1969 Skinny Jeans

La Mer Neon Orange Leather Wrap Watch

Wild West

Hey guys! First time to actually take photos of my outfit. I'm not gonna lie...I was a little nervous. Also, I'd like to issue a caveat that I look wayyyyyyyyyyy cuter in person. I swears.

Anyhoo, the awesome Jacqueline Binkley of Charming and Quaint Events agreed to help me out on this brand new endeavor. Much love and thanks!

Shirt- Old Navy ~ Skirt- NY and Co. (similar) ~ Boots- Old Navy (similar) ~

Belt (similar) ~ chain bracelet- Express ~ watch (similar)

Pairing a simple denim button down with an animal print skirt and cute pair of boots? Great spring look!

Images property of Charming and Quaint Events and The Sports-O-Nista.

See Worthy

Last week I wrote about how enamored I was of fashionfinder on asos. Then I discovered Polyvore.

Thus was the beginning of a torrid love affair. I know, I'm a terrible person and a cheat. But I'm ok with that.

Anyhoo, not only is polyvore awesome for providing templates, backgrounds, magazine articles, etc to create looks, but it also lets you post directly to your blog. Formatted and everything! It's like a fashion blog fairy. J'adore!!!!!!

Go Hard or Go Home

So, my newest obsession is the fashion finder section of asos's website. I've been putting together outfits for a little less than a week now on it, and I love it. It's like playing with virtual barbies! Anyhoo, it also allows me to create ensembles that I may not get a chance to wear in public. This rock and roll look is definitely one of my favs!!!

Suede Jacket- coggles; sequined top- oldnavy (similar); leather leggings- farfetch; leather wrap watch- asos; snakeskin booties- payless; smoky quartz earrings- argento; Tom Ford sunnies- farfetch.

(S)NO PROBLEM

Truth be told, I hate winter. With the fire of a thousand suns.

Fortunately for me, we've had quite the mild time of it here in the mid-atlantic region. So, I'm not complaining. Much.

That's not to say it hasn't been cold. And yes, at brief times a bit snowy. This might make the best of us want to curl up on our couch in oversized sweats and wool socks and call it a day. But I'm here to tell you, winter is no excuse not to look cute and STILL be warm. ('cause....not cute? frostbite).

Here are a few of my fashion staples to keep fashionable in these dreary few months:

OLD NAVY CABLE SWEATER

GAP 1969 ALWAYS SKINNY PANT (I prefer the cords)

WHITE INFINITY CABLE KNIT SCARF

UGGS EDMONTON WEATHER BOOT

LANDS' END CHALET DOWN COAT
I've been living in mine this winter!

Block in the Bag

I'm am super crazy in love with all things color blocked right now. And when it comes to spring, nothing gets me more hyped up than a bright new shiny bag. That's why I'm all about these adorbs color blocked totes!!

Banana Republic Market Tote

Dooney and Bourke O-Ring Shopper

Old Navy Color Block Tote

Fendi Borsa Colorblock Zip Tote

Fashion Wednesday- Face Masque

Hey guys! I know, you're thinking....uh, this is not Tuesday or Fun Friday. Nor does the picture look like it has anything to do with sports.

But trust me, looking fabulous SHOULD be a sport. 


Anyhoo, it was suggested to me that perhaps I should branch out and share the "Nista" side of my "sportsonista" persona more often. I am a little wary to do so, because....boys... I know you could care less. Additionally, I'm terribly afraid some might start to question my dedication to and my knowledge of sports. Since I love them both, however, and since I'm always up for a challenge, I'm going to see how this goes. So bear with me, por favor?????
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This past weekend I attended the Square Society of Roanoke's annual Black and White Masquerade Ball. It's fabulous, and I adore getting dressed up avec masque and partying with my Star City peeps. If you're going to do a masquerade ball ensemble, do it right! Below are some gorgeous shots by William Mahone Photography in Roanoke, VA.

And of course, moi!!!!!

Images provided by William Mahone Photography and the Sportsonista.