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A big trend this season is the patterned short. They're easy to throw on and can easily be dressed up or dressed down. Here are a few pairs we are currently craving. We're especially in love with these Joie ikat shorts and these Nasty Gal floral shorts. 

Dolce Vita dress c/o // Essie "E-Nuf is E-Nuf" // earrings  (similar here)

Caren Forbes & Co. is a boutique located in Connecticut with an incredible assortment of trendy clothing, jewelry, and accessories. We love with their collection of affordable and unique pieces that can't be found anywhere else. Whether you're looking for a new pair of cut off  jean short or a dress for graduation, Caren Forbes & Co. will have what you're looking and be in your budget!

This Dolce Vita dress is the ideal summer look and is in stores now. With graduation upon us, we're in desperate need of the perfect LWD. The open back and lace detail on this dress make it both traditional and exciting. Stop by one of the Caren Forbes & Co. locations in New Canaan or Rowayton, CT to see for yourself.

You can see what else is in stores by checking out Caren Forbes & Co.'s Facebook page or by following them on Instagram. Also, be sure to take a peak at their Pinterest and Tumblr pages!

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With all the beautiful weather we've had recently, summer is constantly on our minds. This summer, my goal is to be better about wearing a hat and protect my skin from the sun. Here are a few of our favorite beach hats and sunglasses!

You can shop all of our picks by clicking on the photos or the text below. 

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The artistic summer coat is popping up from many designers this spring including Miu Miu, Prada, and Celine. This coat incorporates everything from cartoon cats, strong women, and painterly strokes. The romantic summer coat can be seen from designers like Dolce and Gabana, Stella McCartney, and Giambattista Valli. These designers are using florals and both monochrome and 3D blossoms as a romantic touch.

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This season the feminine split skirt is back. Porter says, "Offering a now-you-see-it, now-you-don't flash of the leg, the split is imperative, but how high is up to you….Don't fear the split - it's far friendlier than it looks." We agree! The split skirt is the perfect flirty look for spring. 

This jean is the easiest to get right length-wise and definitely the most popular pant. The length all depends on what look you're going for. Leaving the length longer will make your legs look longer, but cropping the pant a little higher above the anklebone can also be incredibly flattering. The skinny jean features the shoe the most of all the different styles and pretty much all shoes look great with a skinny.

The straight leg pant is a difficult look to get right. It should be cropped or hemmed above the ankle bone (or higher) and worn with pumps or flats. 

The secret to the wide-leg pant is it must always skim the floor. Therefore, stylist's insist a platform shoe looks best paired with this style but, if you have long enough legs, you can pass with flats if the pant hangs over. 

The boyfriend jean (our favorite)  should be rolled or cuffed just above the ankle. It's essential to have this pant end above the anklebone so it's not overwhelmingly baggy or unflattering. This jean looks best with an ultra feminine shoe or, for a more casual look, a cute pair of Converse or Supergas. 

The annual Met Gala is one night a year where the red carpet fashion never disappoints. This years exhibit features pieces from the incredible designer, Charles James. To see a first look at this years costume exhibit, Charles James: Beyond Fashion, click here. The exhibit will be on display at the Met from May 8th through August 10th - we know we'll be visiting this summer!

Here are our pick for best dressed ladies, backs and couples that really wowed.

Also, check out Vogue's incredible stop motion Instagram video from the exhibit. Not only is the exhibit amazing, but so is this video!

Let us know who your favorites were!

Cheers!
MK

Shopbop has partnered with Born Free, Vogue, and 22 high-end designers, to create an exclusive collection (selected pieces featured above) where 100% of the profits will be donated to the mission of Born Free. Born Free is a global initiative striving to end the transmission of HIV from mother to child by 2015.

The collection features renowned designers (who are also all mothers) including: Carolina Herrera, DKNY, Rachel Roy, Vera Wang, DVF, Stella McCartney and many more. The pieces in the collection were created in collaboration with the 22 designers and all feature custom prints made by Wangechi Mutu, a Kenyan-born visual artist. 

You can shop all of the Shopbop + Born Free pieces featured above by clicking on the photos or the text below. To check out the rest of the collection click here. Below are some of the incredible photos taken by Patrick Demarchelier for the ad campaign of this collection.  

For more information about Born Free check out their website here. To watch the amazing Shopbop + Born Free campaign video click here.  This is truly an amazing collection, made by amazing people, for an amazing cause! 

Cheers!
MK

Mixing patterns and stripes can be a hard combo, but this classic striped blazer from Splendid goes great over a patterned dress or top. This layered look is great for a spring or summer lunch date and can easily be dressed up with white jeans and neutral wedges. Although they are hard to see from the photos, M's Harper post earrings are a cute and very affordable everyday stud. 

This entire look can be found in store at Mynt Boutique in Elon, North Carolina. To see our most recent collaboration with Mynt, click here. To see all of our past collaborations with Mynt, click here. 

You can check out Mynt’s website, Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram by clicking on the links below. 

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Cheers!
MK

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Porter interviewed the "Italian kings of seduction" Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabanna about their opinion of the corset. They said, "For us, the corset is iconic. Sensual and feminine, it has been an integral part of our style from the start." We've seen Madonna, Monica Belluci, and Isabella Rosellini rock their Dolce & Gabanna corsets and look absolutely amazing. Dolce and Gabanna also said, "Above all, wearing a corset well requires a certain attitude, and that comes from confidence. A woman must feel comfortable and know the power of her sexuality. It should look and make her feel at her most seductive and alluring". 

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The bracelet watch is a great investment because it will always be in style. Porter says, "Even on those off-duty-dress-down days, there is much to be said for a small, elegant detail". Whether you're dressing up or dressing down, these watches will certainly make you stand out. 

Be sure to shop all of the extravagant Porter picks and more budget friendly MK picks by clicking on the links above. 

To see our last Porter trend report click here. 

Cheers!
MK

This Friday and Saturday one of our favorite jewelry designers will be hosting a trunk show at Mynt Boutique! If you are in the area, stop by Mynt from 11am - 6pm on either day to see pieces from their costume collection along with pieces from their Phyne collection (14kt gold). Check out some of the incredible jewelry they will be selling at the trunk show below. The turquoise ring and bangle are absolutely amazing!

If you're not able to stop by the trunk show, you can shop Paige Novick's website. You can also see what celebrities are Paige Novick fans by clicking here!

We hope to see you there!

Cheers!
MK