Growing up, I always looked forward to the start of summer when my mom would take me shopping for a new bathing suit, and if I was lucky, a matching coverup. By high school, my closet was a mess of mismatched bikinis and their corresponding tunics that accurately represented each ...read more

• By Emily
  Jun 21, 2016

There’s something so nostalgic about mimicking the colors of our flag this time of year. I remember as a kid wearing full on stars- and stripe-printed jumpsuits or similar over-the-top patriotic bathing suits for pool parties. And though I’m not as bold anymore, I’m still a ...read more

• By Emily
  Jun 13, 2017

I love when clothes hold fond memories. I've had this dress for years and the last time I wore it was the day I first met my boyfriend. It was the most expensive item I had ever bought myself at the time, but with its butterfly-like sleeves and whispery fabric, I knew I had to ...read more

• By Emily
  Jul 15, 2010

Although I try to strike a balance within my outfits by mixing motifs, I decided to fully embrace the blue tones and ruffle accents for this particular look. Since the blue shades are varied and the ruffles subtle enough, I felt casual yet chic—enough so to remind me of my trip ...read more

• By Emily
  Jun 12, 2018