The Cut Out Trend

If last night's CFDA awards is any indication, the cut out trend is not going anywhere for a while. I think the cut out is a nice look - as long as it is on the right person. There are a lot of factors to consider when wearing cut outs - weight, age, event. The summer is the perfect time to try out this trend. Warm nights and rooftop parties practically beg for cut outs. Pick a part of your body you like and let the cutout highlight your summer skin underneath. Keep the trend to one piece and pair it with simple accessories.

Hillary Rhoda in Rebecca Minkoff at the CFDA awards

Kate Bosworth in Altuzarra at the CFDA awards

Zoe Saldana in Prabal Gurung with the designer at the CFDA awards

While many of us cannot afford these gorgeous designer dresses (I would kill for that Rebecca Minkoff one and the body to wear it), there are a lot of nice affordable options out there from clothing to shoes!

The Marina Dress by Dolce Vita

Cut Out Sundress from TopShop

Lucca Couture Open Back Blouse from Urban Outfitters

Diana Oxford by Candela



Mimi One Piece from Ete Swim

Beach Basics

With Memorial Day weekend almost here, many of us are excited for the unofficial start of summer. This weekend the beaches are officially open for business. Just because you are headed to the beach doesn't mean that you have to look sloppy. Nothing is more classic or easier than a giant straw hat and a long cover up. Just add sunscreen, some snacks and your favorite book to the items below and  you will be set to turn heads wherever you lay your towel.

Eugenia Kim Bunny 4 Straw Hat

Genie by Euginia Kim Cecily 3 Straw Hat (Slightly more affordable)

Ruched Reversible Halter Suit (Two bathing suits in one!)

Echo Ikat Long Caftan

Mia Tonga Sandal



Under One Sky Over sized Straw Tote

(this is affordable and adorable and I like that there is some sort of closure)

Marc by Marc Jacobs Preppy Straw Tote

( A little too expensive to take to the beach, but I love the shape and that it is structured)



Warby Parker Mabel Greystone Sunglasses

Sonoma Life + Style Geo Beach Towel

(affordable and a great pop of color)