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• Forever Spring with Garnet Hill + The Bouqs
  on Mar 15, 2016
  From now until March 20th, Garnet Hill is co-sponsoring a #ForeverSpring sweepstakes where users can enter to win fantastic prizes. Daily Winners will be selected, so enter often. Enter to win a... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my web...
• Lightning Trip
  on Mar 14, 2016
  Lightning Trip...One of the things that I love the most about speaking other languages is knowing words or phrases that don't quite translate exactly to English. Sometimes, a word in another language... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my we...
• Pineapple Picks
  on Mar 10, 2016
  Throughout the South, pineapples are a sign of hospitality. I love the pineapple motif for home decor, clothing, and accessories and rarely resist a unique interpretation of a pineapple. In New York... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my we...
• Kid in a Candy Store: NYC Garment District
  on Mar 9, 2016
  From a block's distance, I spotted the attractive ribbon inspired banner on the side of the building. I knew that I had to discover the treasures in M & J Trimming. Even though I'm not a... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for...
• Lilly Pulitzer New Arrivals
  on Mar 8, 2016
  It's officially spring here in Maryland. Yesterday I defrosted my car in the morning, using just a bit of windshield washer fluid on the glass. Today, temperatures will top 70 degrees. With the hope... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my we...
• Vacations + Paloma + Graduation Freebie
  on Mar 4, 2016
  In the next few weeks, I'll be traveling quite a bit. Right now, I'm in New York with Natalia and Alexia to see a few plays. Later this month, we're off to Mexico to soak up the warm sun. Traveling... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my webs...
• Go Green
  on Mar 2, 2016
  Don your St. Patrick's Day green in style this year. St. Patrick's Day tradition dictates that people who don't wear green on this holiday will be pinched. The tradition originated in part from the... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my webs...
• Rent the Runway Success
  on Mar 1, 2016
  With spring just around the corner, every weekend on your calendar includes some kind of special event. It's high season for weddings and parties! I find it difficult to squeeze in shopping trips for... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my we...
• Lilly Parties + Weddings + Purchases
  on Feb 29, 2016
  I time my visits to the Lilly Pulitzer store perfectly. First I saw dogs at the store. The cats followed a few weeks after that. This weekend, Lilly Pulitzer Bethesda hosted an array of vendors to... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my websi...
• Lilly Pulitzer Summer 2016 Pre Order
  on Feb 26, 2016
  You'll want to order these dresses now, trust me. I love the Lover's Coral print for summer 2016. It's very retro yet very fresh, reminding me of prints from older Lilly Pulitzer collections that... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my web...
• Flamingo Fun
  on Feb 25, 2016
  Now that spring is just around the corner, I'm dreaming about some of my favorite motifs for spring and summer. For me, anything with a flamingo on it screams fun! I took a fun online quiz that... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website...
• Lilly Pulitzer: Shopping for Spring
  on Feb 24, 2016
  Spring will be here before you know it! Although I always enjoy shopping of any kind, I especially take delight in shopping for spring clothes. After a long, cold winter, the bright colors and fun... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my websi...
• Cowl Neck Sweater Dress
  on Feb 23, 2016
  "You look so nice today," exclaimed a coworker of mine. Meanwhile, I'm wearing the most comfortable dress that might as well qualify for pajamas as far as comfort goes. More often than not, I tend to... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my we...
• Tea + Fife and Drums at DAR
  on Feb 22, 2016
  Happy Monday! It looks like we're going to have a full week of school this week for the first time in almost a month. I admit that I am thrilled that the snowflakes on my weather app changed to... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website...
• This Week
  on Feb 18, 2016
  I can't believe that it's Thursday already. With all of the snow and the extreme cold weather lately, I feel a little bit like I'm living in a scene from Groundhog Day. Truly, I can't wait until... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website...
• New Nautical
  on Feb 16, 2016
  Even though the thermometer still registers freezing temperatures, spring will be here before you know it! Every season, I add a few new nautical pieces to my wardrobe. This bow-back pullover is at... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my webs...
• Valentine's Day Tea
  on Feb 15, 2016
  A group of friends joined me at home for a GALentine's Day tea party. I busily prepared sandwiches, scones, and other treats to enjoy with hot or iced tea in preparation for the party. Every tea... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my websi...
• Activewear Anywhere
  on Feb 12, 2016
  Wear your activewear anywhere and everywhere when you step up your athletic style game with these fabulous key pieces. Many items are currently on sale, to sweeten the deal for you! Yoga Sport... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my webs...
• DIY Tutorial: Heart-Shaped Sugar Cubes
  on Feb 11, 2016
  A group of friends will join me for a GALentine's Day Tea on Saturday at my house. As a special treat, I decided to make heart-shaped sugar cubes to sweeten the tea. You can easily make heart-shaped... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my we...
• 3 Perfect Date Night Outfits
  on Feb 10, 2016
  What are your plans for Valentine's Day this year? It's a whirlwind of weekend of activity here at Casa Pink and Green. Friday, the girls perform at a basketball game. On Saturday, a group of... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website f...