Last month, I wrote about upcycling, what it means, and why it’s important. To summarize, briefly, upcycling means using what could easily become trash by making it into something useful. The piece below is made out of a second hand shirt and factory remnant fabric, but the design and style are original and new.
I love the way the floral pattern on the accents pops against the bright blue, and the army green ruffles are an adorable touch. This is a sweet summer top to wear, and one that is kind to the environment. Available for $45 from Heidi and Seek.
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By now, the weather has either just about killed you because the temperatures haven’t fallen below 90 degrees in two months our you’re wishing for the temperature to rise above 70 degrees so you can wear those summer clothes that we keep talking about.
If you’re in the first group, I feel your pain. While my thermometer currently reads 102, I am sitting at computer wishing for a frozen margarita and a pool to magically appear. I’m doing this while wearing the #1 summer essential for those of you that endure the summer heat from May to September, a sleeveless top.
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Tank tops are fabulous. For the weekends you can pair them with shorts, capris or jeans and go.  At the office you can throw a cute little cardigan over them and accessorize away! You can pick up tank tops from anywhere from Forever 21 to Target. However, the tank top is just like any luxury item, invest in the luxurious.
Invest in somewthing like this Dolce & Gabanna Charmeuse Racerback Tank from Eluxury.com. The top is a chic light blue color. It has a light fluid fit with an A-line shape. It’s also 100% silk. Oh how much fun! Aren’t most of your tanks …read more

I am always looking for tops. Take me in any store, whether it be a Goodwill, Nordstrom or even that tiny boutique in that trendy part of town that I avoid because traffic is bad…I will find a t-shirt or shirt that I must have. That shirt today is this Marc by Marc Jacob Pink Palette Paisley Silk-Cotton Keyhole Top from Bluefly.com
The top is super casual with the ribbed material has a little sateen beading along the top and the keyhole. The flutter sleeves are perfect for the warm summer months. The colors include a lavender, pink, and grey. It …read more

My husband tells me all winter long that clothes don’t have to be tight to be sexy. They don’t even have to be “sexy” to be sexy. What he doesn’t know is that my fragile Southern belle bones just can’t stand the slightest draft of cool air getting in. The summer is another thing, and I opt for loose styles in natural, lightweight fabrics.
This adorable cotton voile blouse by Moda Spia is quick to become a summer favorite. The slim shoulders give it shape, but the boxy body keeps it breezy. The best thing about it is its versatility. It …read more