As many of you already know, lace shorts are a huge trend for this coming up summer. They are being sold almost everywhere now and come in many different styles to flatter all body types. I know a lot of you struggle with how to style this trendier piece. Well, here is one way of styling that I have put together for you. I love how the classic stripes play well with the intricate lace, and we get a nice splash of color with a red bubble necklace. Very sophisticated, and very easy to throw on for wherever you are headed!

It has been awhile sine my last fashion show review, so today I decided to resurrect it starting with this review on the Tori Burch Spring 2013 collection!  When I first saw this collection I was immediately in love, because it symbolizes my type of style completely! It is a little bohemian, a little bit girly, and very trendy, which I absolutely adore. This collection was bursting with color, texture,and proportion, from the raffia statement necklaces, to the heavily embellished shoes, no detail was overlooked. It has a total summer vibe to it, with the perfect spring color palette thrown in with lots of yellow and coral. Tori aced this warm-weather collection! 

After posting my New Way to Travel post, I got quite a few requests on where to get a striped dress. Since they are a classic, I say go for quality when it comes to a good striped dress, because you can wear it with so much and it’s so simple. I rounded up a couple choices that hit below the $50 price point: 

1. ASOS
2. Forever 21
3. Express
4. Love Culture
5. JC Penney

When you think of a travel outfit for a plane or car ride most of you choose sweats/athletic-like ensembles to achieve maximal comfort while traveling. Yet, I am proposing to you a classier way to travel. You do not have to sacrifice one bit of comfort, yet you still achieve that model off-duty jet setting style that celebrities have mastered. All you need is a cotton geometric printed dress that is a casual and comfortable shape that allows you to easily move around. Top off with some shades and a preppy tote and you are ready to conquer traveling to your destination in sophistication. Keep these things in mind though:

1. Choose a dress whose fabric is soft, and not completely form fitting so you have the ability to be comfortable moving around
2. Make sure the dress is not too short, because it would get annoying to keep pulling down 
3. When choosing a bag (I love the ones by Longchamp!) choose something that isn’t huge, but big enough to encase your laptop or magazines 

Make a big statement with a simple piece of jewelry such as a silver statement ring! Wear one for minimal, but impactful elegance or be brave and pile on 2 or 3. I love the aztec vibe they set off and they are versatile, because silver goes well with many color combos. It is such an unexpected, but fun way to add interest to an outfit and prices range anywhere fro $2-$100 depending on how dedicated you are to sporting your ring! My favorites can be found at Pacsun & BaubleBar 

There is nothing better than the perfect spring dress. I can never resist the combination of eyelet and lace,so when I saw this dress at one of my Fashion Board meetings, I just knew I had to have it. Especially with the unexpected v-neck back which made it totally unique! I loved wearing it with ankle boots for the chillier spring days, but it will be perfect pairing with sandals this upcoming summer. 

Dress- BP. Nordstrom Necklace- Etsy Boots- Target Earrings- Forever 21 Purse- American Eagle

Photographs by Grace

Happy Mother’s Day from A POP of Color! On a personal note, my mom has always been a huge source of inspiration when it comes to fashion. She has taught me everything I know about style and looking classy and I honestly don’t know if A POP of Color would be how it is if it was not for her! So, although Mother’s Day is about appreciating moms, it is also about seeing how much they influence the life you live today. XOXO, Emma

Every summer has a new style of sunglasses that is trending throughout the entire season. They can be anything from quirky to classic, and this summer, heart shaped sunnies can be spotted all over. From red-carpet to streetstyle, these sweet glasses can be universally worn as the weather gets warmer. Just make sure you don’t invest too much in these, considering they are more trendy than classic! (You can find them at places like Nordstrom & Urban Outfitters!)

I love how 2013’s color of the year emerald plays so well with the classic black and white color combination. Graphic polka-dots or stripes just look so chic mixed with the rich jewel-toned kelly green. It definitely is a fresh color scheme for spring and is a great twist on two classic hues. Take kelly green and black/white from the halls of your house or room to your wardrobe with colored denim and a polka-dotted top. Tres belle! 

***note the whimsical polka-dotted wallpaper; a preppy take on home decorating! 

I have been wanting to do a photoshoot that included my sister for forever, and today we finally had the opportunity to do it! It was absolutely gorgeous outside, with just the right amount of lighting. Both Grace and I opted for summery ensembles like a maxi skirt or white dress. It was so much fun experimenting with outfits and coming up with this shoot for all of you! Enjoy…XOXO 

Grace is wearing: Maxi skirt- Target Tank Top- BP. Nordstrom Bandeau- Nordstrom Necklace- Charlotte Russe 

I’m Wearing: Dress- Forever 21 Denim Shirt- Target Triangle Necklace- Forever 21 Monogram Necklace- Etsy 

Photographs by Grace & I

Most people think that button-up flannels and chambray shirts are meant to be worn solely on their own or buttoned-up layered underneath something. Yet, a huge trend for spring is layering your button-up over an ensemble! Leave the shirt unbuttoned and casually thrown over a basic tee and denim shorts for a downtown cool vibe. Wear unbuttoned over a lace dress and tied at the waist to add some contrast to a feminine ensemble. Treat your button-downs like a cardigan/jacket, and you are sure to have the perfect layered outfit for spring!

I’ve already done a list of my favorite trends for spring, and now, I’ve compiled a list of my top three favorite nail colors that you can rock. Although spring is known for it’s pastel hues, it’s also fun to punch things up with a citrus-y nail shade, such as the coral above. And the periwinkle is a great twist on a classic blue. Here are my top three: 

1. Essie “Bikini So Teeny”
2. China Glaze “Mimosa’s Before Mani’s” 
3. OPI “Theodora You”
4. My new all time favorite top coat! This Deborah Lippmann one gives your nails such a professional look at home.

This braid seriously takes the fishtail to the next level. Although it looks super complex, this braid is actually just three fishtail braids braided together! It’s literally as easy as 1-2-3:

1. Split hair into three sections. Two front sections & a back section.
2. Fishtail braid all three sections separately and secure with elastics.
3. Braid the three fishtails together and secure with an elastic. Take out the three individual hair ties and you are done! 

***Mist with shine spray for a glossier look like the photo above!