(Milk) Maid in Manhattan

{O by Organic dress, Topshop necklace, Michael Kors watch, and Guess? shoes}

I have always been quite the fan of the milkmaid braid that creates a sort of headband or crown of braids across the top of the head. However, they appeared to be difficult to execute, and even harder to stay put for a busy day of running around. Today, though, they were the perfect pairing to a sweet polka dotted dress that I amped up with a triangle decorated necklace in bright traffic cone orange. They were easier than I expected, lasted the whole day, and managed to provide a fun alternative to a bun to sweep the hair away from my neck.

Have you ever tried to do the Milkmaid Braids? Here are some of my favorite ones: 1, 2, and 3

Rompin' Around

{Aqua for Bloomingdale's romper, Michael Kors watch, Topshop necklace, and Steve Madden shoes}

I have always been kind of "iffy" when it comes to rompers. If done incorrectly, they can look childish and ill-fitting. When I saw this romper in it's black version though, I was sold. I love it's classic shape, high neckline, deep pockets and it's lightweight breeziness is much appreciated during the summer. 

{obsessing over this new necklace that I picked up from Topshop--really digging triangle designs lately}

Here are some other great romper options too:

1, 2, 3, 4, 5,