Just what I needed. A get-a-way with beach time...and how lovely it was! A friend and I spent a few days at Panama City Beach to celebrate a fellow Akron alum cheerleader's wedding. White sand. Crystal clear water. Fish nipping at my feet. Pretending I'm a mermaid. What could be better?!

While lounging around the Gulf, I sported a super cute one piece suit from boohoo.com. Although it has a bit more coverage than a bikini, I still felt quite sassy rocking the fringe and "cut out" parts.

I highly recommend Spitfire Sunglasses. High style. Great price. Just get a pair. Nordstrom has a crazy selection. I'm also totally digging the head wrap trend, it adds to the sassy bit and it's a quick remedy to cover the beach hair. I'll try and post a summer scarf tutorial here soon.

Mixing prints and patterns, how can you say no? There's nothing wrong with a little visual textural overload. The key is to just mix different sizes of patterns. As far as colors, for this outfit I stuck with neutrals (I think I'm going to start phasing out my bright colors)....yep, mixed brown and black. Also, I love this top, just not on me...I guess it's not so flattering on a curveless body that looks as if it should belong to a 12 year old boy. ; )

top: ASOS  ///  pants: Zara  ///  Cuff: AC Design

The 2013 NOTO fashion show was so much fun. I had several of my jewelry designs in the show...I loved getting to see them "in action" on the runway. I am a firm believer in detail...the details always make the design complete. This is true when I'm designing a jewelry piece and also when I'm putting together an outfit. My current collection plays with a mix of materials...there's anything from leather, parachute cord, acrylic chain to clay. I love a good challenge and experimenting with all these different materials. This collection is currently for sale downtown Akron in NOTO. Be sure to check it out!

To bring in the Summer I'll be rocking a caramel & cotton candyish inspired, retro look. Since becoming a BonLook ambassador, I was dying to get the new La Marquise glasses in Crystal Sand. (check out their glasses...I have 4 pairs!) Wowww do I love these!!! The lighter color blends with my skin and hair. Of course, I like to add a punch to my look by adding a bold lip color.
My hair was done by the lovely Thresa Venables at Sheer Professionals in Wooster. They are by far the top salon in Northeast Ohio...you must go there!
The necklace is one of my newer designs, you can check it out in my AC | Design shop.
Sheer dot tee and tulle skirt is from Jcrew (skirt is from Crewcuts)
White capped shoes and studded mini backpack is from ASOS

What a gorgeous event at Charles Scott Salon in Rocky River! As I walked around, mingled with fabulous ladies and snapped some photos...my glass was constantly being filled with wine! (They know how to keep a lady happy!) Suddenly a friend and I were wisked away to be given a tour of the open, airy and relaxing salon. Next thing we knew, the gracious and very friendly staff had us seated at a hair station and pampered us with a fresh hair styling. Such a lovely event and had fun chatting with Marissa Frobes from Elle, Katherine Boyed from Q104 and the Wella Professionals rep! 

Spring has arrived...AND I got a bike! I snagged this baby at a thrift store, what a great buy. You can find me zooming around in lovely casual outfits consisting of oversized tops, bright colors & multiple patterns. The extra details on these items give a casual look a little extra kick, which you know I'm all about. Oversized Sweater (a favorite) and bright jeans: Free People  ///  Shoes: Zara  ///  Scarf: Jcrew  /// Messenger bag and sunglasses: NastyGal  ///  Earrings: AC Design  ///  Pom Pom Key Chain: The Glam &Grace shop.

Time to say hello to Spring and put some white on your feet. Here is a fab collection of white shoes ranging from funky sneakers, patterned cutout kitten heels, mary jane platforms to high heel sandals with a silver toe.

1: Jeffrey Campbell, Indie Hi  ///  2: Blondo, Mable  ///  3: Asos Poplar Platform  ///  4: Jeffrey Campbell, Don't Even Platform