BEST OF: MEMORIAL DAY SALES

Memorial Day weekend is one of my favorite times of year to shop. By this point in the season I’ve done my Spring cleaning and have been able to truly assess what I’m missing in my wardrobe (a pair of white jeans, black sandals and another office-ready skirt are currently topping my list) and the weather has turned so that all those cute Summer items I’ve been staring at online are now actually wearable. Oh, and it just so happens, all my favorite retailers have major sales. So aside from having an NYC staycation this long holiday weekend, I’ll be scooping up some deals. Below – my top picks:

ASOS

(20% fully priced items w/ code LONGWKND – how cool is this denim pinafore?)

FRENCH CONNECTION

(40% off site wide + free shipping w/ code FCMS40 – this midi skirt has been on repeat lately)

LOFT

(40% off sitewide – just picked up this sleeveless chambray top)

NORDSTROM

(Half Yearly Sale up to 40% off – these printed pants are perfect for weekends)

OLD NAVY

(Entire site up to 50% off – this tote bag is begging for a beach day)

RUCHE

(30% off sitewide with code BESTSALE – just ordered this cute panama hat!)

SOLE SOCIETY

(Up to 50% off select styles – this lightweight scarf is perfect for chilly A/C)

TALBOTS

(Up to an extra 50% off sale items – love these silver sandals)

NIGHT OUT STYLE WITH BOOHOO

The Steele Maiden: Night out style in printed shift dress, white denim jacket, wide brim hat and ankle strap heels

 

I’ve been talking this week about what I pack and how I dress for a weekend city getaway, and while I’m all for practicality – I can never resist getting a little dressed up for a night out on the (new) town.

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GINGHAM TOP AND MIDI SKIRT

The Steele Maiden: Newbury Street, Boston wearing French Connection Midi Skirt and Restricted SandalsOne of the things I love about traveling (and there are many) is getting to dress a little bit differently. While I always want to feel comfortable and like myself, whenever I visit a new place I try and adopt a bit of their unique style into my own.

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WHAT TO PACK: CITY WEEKEND GETAWAY

The Steele Maiden: What to Pack for a Long Weekend City GetawayThis past weekend, Adam and I took a quick trip up to Boston to explore another city, work on an exciting project (launching this Summer!) and visit with some friends. Since it was a short but sweet trip, I packed only the essentials seen above (in this chic woven weekender bag). But truth be told, even if I had spent 3 or 4 days I wouldn’t have packed much more. By sticking to classic silhouettes, a similar color palette and just a couple of statement accessories you can easily mix and match for anything from sight-seeing to dinner and drinks. Where’s everyone headed for Memorial Day weekend? Not that I’m counting the days until Friday or anything…

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LACE CUTOUT TOP AND MULES

 

The Steele Maiden: Lace Cutout top, shorts and French Connection mulesThe Steele Maiden: Lace Cutout top, shorts and French Connection mules

After a few days spent in head-turning sequins, blending into my surroundings didn’t seem so bad. I got this lace cutout sweatshirt last Spring and it’s great for days when you want to be presentable but secretly super comfortable. Same goes for a pair of tailored shorts. And then in the ultimate minimal, finishing touch – these architectural black and white mules. Like little skyscrapers you can wear.

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p.s. today’s the last day to enter my FRENCH CONNECTION GIVEAWAY!

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