This Man of Mine...

Lately I've been thinking about what a lucky girl I am.  This hubby of mine... he's pretty amazing and I figured, "Why save it for Father's Day?"

Most girls hope they marry a man like their father.  Without going into details... I knew I didn't want that.  I don't have a great relationship with my father.  My husband is quite the opposite in the sense that he is patient, loving and kind.  I've watched him with our children over the years and I am amazed at these top notch qualities that I learn from him on a daily basis.

He is not afraid to help with housework or cook a meal and never gets caught up in the old school rules of, "men do these things and women do those..." In fact, Jas is hands down the better cook, can school me in ironing, and does more than his fair share of laundry.  Those are all great, but what really gets me is his character in general.

My heart is full and I just needed to share, so thank you for letting me put that out there.

Happy Friday!!

Lace in Neon

Sadly, this skirt is slightly too big on me these days so I need to ask my seamstress if she can alter, STAT!  It is such a unique skirt so I don't want to part with it but I worry that taking it in will alter the design.

anthropologie sunblaze skirt // macy's top (old) // j crew lara glitter heels (old)

Have you ever had something altered that you've stressed over?

Summer Color

Warm weather begs me to pull out skirts... even if I work in a very casual setting these days!

ann taylor silk shirt // j crew skirt // zara heels (old) // j crew necklace (similar)

michael kors watch // tory burch bag // j crew bracelet // prada sunnies  

All the guys kept asking me what was going on... not too many ladies wear skirts to my office.  I just can't ditch my skirts though; I have a feeling you'll be seeing a bit more of them.

Floral Fields

I love the floral trend right now and you see it everywhere you go!  Shoes, blazers, bags... you name it.  I love this camp shirt in the trendy print and I see it paired with so many options.  For the first time around, I opted to go with my bright yellow cropped pants, of course:

ann taylor blouse // anthropologie belt (old) // j crew bracelet (old) // kate spade earrings 

 banana republic pants (old) // steve madden wedges (old) // tory burch robinson bag // michael kors watch

I hope your week is off to a great start!

Mother's Day Gift Guide

j crew toothpick jean in geometric print // tory burch printed robinson dome satchel // j crew crystal compilation necklace // j crew remi ribbon sandals // prada cat's eye sunnies // see by Chloe perfume

Jardin Skirt

Would you believe I am wearing a skirt that is not a pencil skirt?  Me neither, but I have proof...

j crew jardin skirt (last year) // gap tee // j crew starry nights locket

sole society kirby flats // prada sunnies // anthropologie belt (old)

{a better view of the shoes from my Instagram... (@skylette_h) }

This skirt is perfect for the warmer weather we are finally being graced with.  Plus, I like saying jardin all French-like.  I did take French in high school so this is proof to my parents that I really would use French down the road!

{Monthly Collaboration}: April Must-Reads

Question of the month from Skylette: "What is blogging etiquette to you?  For example, do you comment on everyone's blog that comments on yours?  Do you follow everyone with a blog that reaches out to you?"

I've been dying to know other people's perception on this.  I've had a lot of "follow me and I'll follow you" type of comments.  While I am more than willing to check out new blogs, I don't want to follow one for the same of gaining one more follower.  I would prefer you to follow my blog if you genuinely enjoy it, as I follow only those that I truly enjoy.

Comments are an interesting topic.  Do I only comment on blogs that comment on mine?  No.  But I do stop following blogs that don't really interact with their readers.  I've left a few comments with questions on blogs and get no response.  I get that it can be time consuming to respond to every comment but if someone has a question about fit or quality or any question in general, it seems rude to not respond.  I personally try to respond via email to comments but that can be hard to do if someone posts anonymously.  I'm the first to admit that it may not be the same day nor the same week, but I earnestly try to respond.  Be genuine in comments.  It lets the author know you actually read the post.  I love receiving comments and appreciate every one of them.  It's fascinating to read your feedback and hear your thoughts.

What is blogging etiquette to YOU?

• Beautygirl24 - Noelle has a serious sweet tooth this Spring. See what jewelry she likes to call her rock candy!
• Ella Pretty - Check out Ella's Mall Haul: Forever 21, Coach & Camo Pants
• Lindsay J Everyday - Lindsay has some exciting news.
• Love, Lipstick & Pearls - Kristen shared her Favorite Home Items that she can't live without.
• Schnelle Couture - Danielle joined the ombre party.
• Sequins and Stilettos - Skylette plays with the black & white trend here.