July retrospective

How’s your August treating you so far? Here’s a look back at how July went down…

Inspiration station

I posted 8 style inspiration and style challenge posts this month. The first was a feminine look inspired by Eva Mendes.

Flag bearer

Patriotic style ruled the month, with Independence Day and the start of the Olympics. Red + white + blue = Classic.

The MVP award goes to…

Stripes! Check out some July stripey looks here, here, here, here, here, here, and here.

Guest pass

So excited this month to contribute my first guest posts! See here, here, and here if you haven’t stopped by already.

Pattern mixer master

My pattern-mixing husband showed ‘em how it’s done. Check it:

Favorite post title?

The whole kilt and caboodle. Obviously, we enjoy puns — as well as celebrating Sam’s Scottish heritage, as pictured here with a pair of pattern-coordinating, picture-perfect ensembles. (We like alliteration, too.)

Favorite hair do?

This elegant twisted updo, which I broke out more than once (as seen above).

Favorite look?

Using a dress as a skirt, one of my favorite tricks, resulting in one of my very favorite looks.

Most popular posts?

This post had the most hits:

And this look garnered the most comments:

What were your favorites this month? Please leave a comment!

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