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B.W.'s Monthly Addiction

With warm weather and blooming flowers just around the corner, its time to think spring fashion. Admittedly, this is one of my favorite times of the year. Seeing bright colors, floral prints, and sandals in stores simply puts me a good mood. Shorts and sundresses are a sure sign that fun in the sun & sand is not far away (though that's no guarantee for us New Englanders). 

This month, I am absolutely obsessed with the wide array of spring fashions available on Modcloth.com! The site, which specializes in vintage and retro inspired clothing, was founded by high school sweethearts Susan and Eric Koger in 2006. What started out of a dorm room has now grown into a thriving e-commerce site with over 275 employees. The site now has a network of over 700 indie designers and is constantly expanding.

Here are some of my favorite finds:

V for Vienna Dress
$79.99 

Super Fun Femme Dress
$84.99

Ally McTeal Dress
$59.50

Run the Show Dress
$64.99

Welcome Back!

Where has the time gone? I haven't posted in over a month! No matter how busy life gets this month I'm going to do my best to post at least a few times a week, call it my March Resolution.

I'm going to dive right back in to a wonderful dress I found (and had to buy!) while out shopping last week. I was at one of my favorite stores, especially for business attire, Ann Taylor LOFT. As a business student entering the world of corporate America for the first time this summer, I often have difficulty finding age appropriate professional attire. I don't want to look old and dowdy, yet don't want to risk looking immature and unpolished. LOFT is the perfect place to go! Check out this super chic spring dress I stumbled upon last week:

Could it get any more perfect for spring? The colors exude energy and happiness! I simply couldn't resist. All I need now is a pair of nude wedges to complete the look. 

The damage? $89.50 at LOFT's website but buy now and get it 40% off. Now that's a steal. Think Spring! 

A Day of First Impressions

It is the first day of the spring semester here at Bentley University! I have officially moved back on campus in preparations for another semester and round of classes. Today got me thinking about the all important first day of school outfit. Even this morning, I spent a few moments longer than usual standing in front of my closet considering the options. What kind of impression did I want to leave on my new professors and classmates? What would my outfit say about me? Does it even matter?

I ended up choosing a pair of dark wash jeans, brown leather boots, and an Italian knit sweater in a beautiful tan color. To add some color, I choose blue beaded chandelier earrings and blue & gold beaded wrap bracelet. While understated, my look today is polished and professional, a perfect way to start off the semester!

What is your perfect first day of school outfit? Let me know what you think.

If you're still in search of inspiration check out some of my picks below:

Perfect for the classic, understated lady! A black dress is always a good choice! 

Everything about this look is super chic! The cozy cashmere knit paired with a professional tweed skirt & fun bib necklace is a perfect combination! 

Pair trouser jeans with a patterned button up for an effortless, polished look. Your professors will already be impressed. 

This is perfect for the more casual girl. These polka dots are super fun without looking to childish.

Some Sunday Night Inspiration!

Hello Readers! As I was flipping through my Pinterest feed tonight I stumbled upon this wonderful inspiration. Don't let the cold temperatures and snow on the ground bury your goals for a beach ready body. Every day & workout counts and brings you one step closer to that lust worthy bikini. My advice? Grab a friend and hit the gym together this week. Think sunshine and sand!

Embrace Your Inner Sailor

As a born and raised New Englander, summer always meant days spent in the salty air watching sailboats make their way along the horizon. Summer in New England is truly a special time; as the weather grows warmer, small coastal towns come alive with tourists in search of a little slice of paradise. Kiel James Patrick, an accessory & jewelry line out of Newport, Rhode Island, captures the essence of the perfect summer day. The line is largely based on nautical and vintage styles, with a signature New England look. The founder of the company, Kiel James Patrick, believes in the importance of creating a quality product domestically and as a result, the entire line is designed and produced in the USA.

The company's most popular items are their wide array of rope bracelets. Based on the traditional sailor bracelets, with a more modern twist, including a brass anchor clasp, these bracelets are the true essence of an ocean community. To ensure a perfect fit, all bracelets are sized XS-XL. The most popular styles and colors are shown below. For more information on sizing, pricing, and ordering information visit Kiel James Patrick.

The most traditional & popular style, the Turks Head Knot Rope Bracelet. (As shown Obedaggett Docks) $40

As shown Brinkley Pearlton Cape Summer $40

The Triton Collection uses the Square Knot, the most popular knot in boating, to make a statement.
(As shown Wex Trip Skipper) $38

January's Style Icon

In addition to a monthly Blonde Wannabe's Addictions column, I have decided to add a monthly Style Icon article. These icons will represent strong, beautiful, and (most importantly) successful women, all of whom have a unique & signature style. Creating and defining one's own sense of style can be difficult, as fashion is constantly evolving and changing. The women to be featured in this column not only understand this evolution; they embrace it.

January's Style Icon is Blake Lively, most famous for playing NYC socialite Serena Van Der Woodsen on the CW hit "Gossip Girl". In addition to her role on the series, Lively has starred in movies including "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants", "The Town", and "Savages".

What I admire most about the starlet is her seemingly effortless beauty and sense of style. With her signature long blonde locks and model body, the actress can truly wear anything. Some of my favorites are shown below:

The starlet truly looks like a summer goddess, in this daring orange dress! 

This gold dress, accessorized with a pile of necklaces is perfect for a night on the town. 

This simple pink gown looks flawless with Blake's coloring! 

As for Blake's street style? Super cute, and look at those shoes! Oh la la.