Review: Six Ways of Styling a Fresh Produce Skirt

I was recently invited to review an item from Fresh Produce, a lifestyle brand of clothing for women and children most known for its vibrant color, comfort, and durability.  When I saw the line's spring clothing collection, I was immediately drawn to the Forget-Me-Not skirt.  

The Forget-Me-Not skirt is a double-lined, cotton voile skirt with pockets!  Who doesn't love pockets?  It comes in several perfect-for-spring colors and retails for $59.  I chose the color, cool breeze, a very soft blue because a cool breeze is just the color my wardrobe needed.

Fresh Produce is known for its travel skirts.  When I travel this summer, I'll surely be packing my Fresh Produce skirt because it's so versatile!

How versatile is the Fresh Produce Forget-Me-Not skirt?

1.  Forget-Me-Not skirt in the city:

Top—Loft, Belt—BR Factory Store, Shoes—Tahari via Nordstrom
Clutch—Vintage via Rag-O-Rama

2.  Forget-Me-Not skirt at the office

Shirt—Dahlia Collection via TJ Maxx, Belt—Marshalls
Shoes—Tahari,  Bag—MICHAEL Michael Kors Hamilton tote

3.  Brunch date in the Forget-Me-Not skirt 

Top—Loft, Belt—J.Crew, Bag—Missoni for Target,
Sandals—Kanna via Marshalls

4.  Movie date in Forget-Me-Not skirt

Top—Loft, Belt—Gap Outlet, Clutch—Aldo,
Shoes—Kanna via Marshalls,
Necklace—Amrita Singh Heidi necklace

5.  Country chic in the Forget-Me-Not skirt

Shirt—Old Navy, Belt—Uniqlo
Bag—Linea Pelle, Loafers—LAUREN Ralph Lauren via Macy's

6.  Beach bound in the Forget-Me-Not skirt

Swimsuit—Jantzen via Marshalls,
Sandals—Michael Kors via Marshalls

No matter what your summer wardrobe needs are, I think a Fresh Produce skirt can meet them.  Tis the season of the skirt, and the Forget-Me-Not skirt, in its fresh colors and flattering silhouette, will certainly be unforgettable.

Forget-Me-Not skirt in cool breeze.
Available in 14 colors.
Photo credit

Disclosure:  I received the Fresh Produce skirt free of charge for review purposes.  No monetary compensation was received for writing this post.  As always, all the ideas and opinions expressed are my own.

Memorial Day Weekend Style

I don't know where you're living, but in St. Louis, it is hotter than hot!  I've tried my best to stay indoors all weekend.  Yesterday, though, I attended a baby shower.  I wore my Anthropologie Four Corner shirt dress because it's bright, airy, and looked especially pulled-together when cinched at the waist with a purple stripe belt.

Summer Belt Haul:  Purple/green via J.Crew ($24.99);
yellow/grey via Gap Outlet ($12)

Dress—Anthropologie Four Corner shirt dress

Belt—J.Crew (on sale in-store, $24.99)

Shoes—Kanna wedges via Marshalls

Bag—MICHAEL Michael Kors Hamilton tote via Macy's

Chambray + Stripes

This stripe dress by Ann Taylor has been my favorite set of stripes for quite sometime.  I purchased it in March of 2010 to wear to the rehearsal dinner of a destination wedding.

For some reason, though, I've grown bored with the dress.  I find myself passing over it in my closet.  In an attempt to refresh my love for this old favorite, I'm pairing it with my current favorite shirt, a chambray button-down.

These days, I can easily spend an hour trying on Target jewelry.
This beaded bracelet is $4 there.

Shirt—c/o Liz Claiborne for jcpenney
Dress—Ann Taylor
Shoes—Kanna via Marshalls (similar)
Bracelet—Target
Bag—MICHAEL Michael Kors Saddle bag via Nordstrom
Watch—Michael Kors via TJ Maxx

Have an enjoyable weekend!

Simple Spring Makeover of a Sheath Dress

One of my favorite warm-weather sheath dresses is a denim sheath by Kay Unger New York.  The dress was a clearance buy in Marshalls at the end of summer 2010.  I've since tweaked the dress, shortening it and tossing its self-belt.  Now, it's a dress that I reach for often.

Today, this denim sheath gets a simple spring update with the addition of a coral patent belt and an ikat print scarf.

Dress—Kay Unger New York via Marshalls
Belt—Michael Kors via TJ Maxx (similar coral belt)
Scarf—Gift from Kyrgyzstan (similar)
Shoes—Me Too via DSW
Bag—MICHAEL Michael Kors Hamilton tote via Macy's

Mystique Boutique: Bargain Shop for a Good Cause

Since moving back to the St. Louis area, I've been volunteering with Dress for Success Midwest.  Our local Dress for Success falls under a larger umbrella organization, Connections to Success, that has an extensive plan of action to help women reach self-sufficiency.

One of the latest ventures of Connections to Success is Mystique Boutique.  And, get this.  Mystique is an upscale resale boutique on wheels.  Yes, it's mobile!  The proceeds from boutique sales benefit Connections to Success.

I volunteered at a Mystique Boutique opening and fashion show this past weekend; and let me tell you, if you're in or near the St. Louis area, you will want to shop Mystique.  I saw vintage jewelry, all the clothing labels we love, and lots of higher-end goods like Salvatore Ferragamo pumps.

A glimpse inside Mystique Boutique

A glimpse inside Mystique Boutique.
Designer shoes and handbags.  Vintage jewelry.  Much more

Here are a few behind-the-scenes shots from the fashion show.

Models wearing clothing from Mystique Boutique

For more photos from the event, visit the Around Town: Mystique Boutique Fashion Show album on  the Economy of Style Facebook page.