Towards the end of Winter I get a little sick of clothes... until the Spring collections start cropping up and my faith in the whole ritual of shopping is completely renewed. J.Crack J.Crew's second wave of Spring new arrivals is finally upon us and I'm practically giddy with excitement for warmer temps and brighter colors! It looks like effortless pajama-inspired pieces, comfy boyfriend denim and Spring stripes are back again for round 2 and I couldn't be more ready to pack away the bulky sweaters. Are you ready?

1. Collection Jeweled-Shoulder Shirt
2. Panama Hat
3. Collection Grecian Top
4. Viv Mirror Metallic Bow Flats
5. Downing Tote
6. Piamita Isabella Shirt
7. Stripe Necklace Shell
8. Evie Metallic Midheel Sandals
9. Golden Crystal Earrings
10. Flower Sleeve Sweater

shop this story

serena & lily sconce, otte ny eyelet tee, portrait of george washington, country estate ginger jar, one kings lane julep cup, antique brass desk lamp, serena & lily leather stool

The longer I live in the South the more I fall in love with its charm... you just can't find history, hospitality or tradition like this anywhere in the world! We've been living below the Mason-Dixon line for almost six years and I'm finally coming to terms with abandoning my Yankee upbringing for a slower, sweeter lifestyle.

The funnest way to acclimate to Alabama has definitely been finding ways to incorporate a little bit of Southern comfort into our home. Where I may have opted for a minimalist Parsons desk before, something from the antique store fits nicely now (paired with an Eames chair, of cours... I'm never letting those babies go). A framed portrait of our first president? I would have called you crazy a few months ago but now I just can't get enough! One of my 101 in 1,001 goals was to start a collection and I've already picked up a few antique pieces of blue and white china. The challenge now will be to blend the two styles that I'm loving so much (modern and traditional).

There sure is something sweet about the South, ya'll. It's probably tea.

dazzling pebble necklace // embellished coat // coastal living armchair // leather gloves

Fun fact: the month of January was originally named for a god with two heads... one looking back at the past and one looking forward at the future. With what's quickly becoming one of my favorite months of the year (all of this motivation and these amazing resolutions swirling around the blogosphere) halfway under our belts, I've nailed down my favorites for moving on into the new year. A pair of warm (and chic) leather gloves that still work with your precious iPhone and a cozy coat are perfect for holding onto winter while something sparkly for our little nest my neck are great for lighting a fire under 2014!

link up your favorites

shop this story