It’s a bit of a drag when the forecast calls for a 100% chance of rain, which is what we have on tap today in Minneapolis. These are the days I often reach for something bright to wear for the day. I love this sunshine yellow color for summer, and this style is more versatile than it looks. On the occasions when I have something planned immediately after work – which doesn’t involve making dinner for the kiddos or running them to an activity – I like to have outfits that can take me straight from the office to out for the evening, without a stop home. A “quick stop” home is never quick. Something like this dress looks great under a cardigan or jacket at the office but transitions well to a patio with a glass of wine and a girlfriend. Well, a covered patio on a day like today, but you get my point.

Banana Republic dress (on sale at 50% off!) and shoes  (25% off with code BRNEED)| Anthropologie clutch | Alexis Bittar earrings (old, similar style here) | Kate Spade sunglasses (sold out, similar style on sale here) | Michael Kors watch | Madewell bracelet 
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Late last fall I wrote a post about some pants that I love, primarily because they are like sweatpants in disguise, they’re so comfortable. This is the dress version. The cut and the fabric couldn’t be better, and with jewelry and heels it can be dressed up enough for the office. But for the most part summer for me is about flip flops and pared down accessories, so when I walk into the house at the end of the day or hop into the car for the lake on a Friday, I love for a dress to be able to go straight from the office to off the clock.

Anthropologie dress and shoes | Marc Jacobs handbag | Kate Spade sunglasses (sold out, similar and on sale here) | Banana Republic necklace and bracelet | Michael Kors watch | J Crew earrings (sold out, love this version)
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Pleated, longer length skirts are everywhere this season, and although I love the look of a full-bodied midi, they just look odd on me. And trust me, I’ve tried on my fair share this spring! I finally found this cute one in a super versatile navy (my favorite color). It’s on trend – although perhaps not the super trendy mid-calf length – and tough to pass up at under $50 (with a discount). The shirt is probably over a decade old, but the classic navy and white stripe look is one of my favorites so I never part with this staple. Check out the “Currently Craving” sidebar to see the midis I’m loving if only I had the extra budget and the extra two or three inches of leg.

Ann Taylor skirt | Ann Taylor shirt (so old, but similar styles here and here) | Rachel Zoe purse (old, but cute yellow option here and I love the yellow version of this Chloe) | Lilly Pulitzer shoes | Banana Republic necklace | Kate Spade earrings | Marc Jacobs sunglasses (borrowed from a friend)| Madewell bracelets here and here
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