As soon as the temps start to heat up, all I want to wear is something super easy and breezy.  This blue embroidered dress by Free People is all of that for me…I could live in it! The blue, of course, called my name immediately, but there’s also a black version which is beautiful too. 

Pairing the dress with espadrilles seemed like a no-brainer to me; I couldn’t wait to pull these beauties out.  They’re so comfortable (coming from Soludos you’d expect nothing less) and give me just the right amount of height for all of my summer frolicking.

And lastly, how can I not mention this bag?! I mean just when I think I’ve fulfilled my Zac by Zac Posen bag obsession, I’m all heart eyes for the new season styles!  And I think this season may be my favorite yet; this one and this one will be on repeat so just be prepared. #sorrynotsorry Truly, MKR 

Like I mentioned on Sunday, I’m absolutely taken by a new-to-me clothing company, Worth New York, and naturally I want the whole world to know about it.  Duh. 

Here, I’ve gravitated towards two looks that had my name written all over them. First, an easy stripe dress in a luscious silk organza. I’m always, always a fan of stripes, and this belted shirtdress is quite simply one of my new favorite items in my closet.  It’s the right balance of breezy, and flowy yet structured, making me feel feminine, fun and effortlessly pulled together. Don’t be surprised when you find me in this dress all summer long, dressed up with heels, and dressed down with sandals. 

Second, can we talk about this fantastic white fringe jacket and matching fringe skirt?! For any of you who’ve watched Can’t Buy Me Love you’ll understand when I say I feel just like Amanda Peterson lusting after her mother’s fringed suit, but instead of sneaking it from her closet, and then spilling wine all over it, I get to call this set mine and wear it all season long.  The overall look is such a fun, not-too-serious take on a summer suit.  And you know since coming from corporate America, I often miss dressing the part. There’s something to be said about how it makes you feel when you’re dressed up. This expressive duo is a great way for me to feel confident, yet still myself as I tackle my to-do list and attend engagements throughout the day.  And the best part about this jacket and skirt?  I can easily pare them down for a more casual look, like all of Worth’s collection, by splitting them up and wearing the jacket with jeans, and the skirt with a simple silk blouse.  

You’re seeing two looks I’m loving, but honestly ever since the company debuted its seasonal collection for Summer 2016, I’m all heart eyes for every one of its easy dresses and iconic skirts for the warm days and cool nights ahead. 

It’s easy to see that Worth New York nails smart luxury style.  And by luxury, I mean some of the best quality I’ve seen in clothing in awhile.  Since the moment I slipped these pieces on, I didn’t want to take them off (which says a lot, because quite often formal pieces can seem constricting and stuffy to me). But Worth understands that at our busy lives call for a more personalized approach at clothing shopping, and it takes a unique approach to offering just that.  While not sold in retail stores, the items are instead sold at trunk shows and via personal stylists as they work closely with you to fit you in gorgeous pieces that are perfect for each event, each business trip and each timeless wardrobe. The company believes in empowering women by making them feel confident in their clothes, but also by encouraging them to start their own business as stylists. And the result is genius; Worth truly takes the guessing out of quality wardrobe essentials, all while making you feel like a million bucks.  Truly, MKR

If you’re in the Atlanta area, I’d love to meet you (and a gal-pal or two, I’ll be bringing my mother!) this Saturday where I’ll be co-hosting a Worth New York trunk show with Buckhead stylist Susan Stuart.  We’ll be at Susan’s house talking timeless style, picking must-haves from the Summer 2016 Collection, drinking mimosas, and playing dress-up! xo

What: Worth New York Trunk Show
Where: 4250 Northside Drive NW, Atlanta, GA 30327
When: Saturday, April 2 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Please RSVP to waitingonmartha@gmail.com

When people ask for tips on how to wear a denim on denim outfit, I always like to say that the key is mixing tones. If the outfit itself was not meant to be monochromatic (ie. a matching set purchased together), but rather a combo of a few of your favorite wardrobe essentials, think about layering to create an unfussy yet cohesive look. For example, I find that this is especially true with blues, and always, always, always with chambray. 

I opted for this great chambray top in “Tall” because I hate when shirts aren’t long enough, and of course our friends at J.Crew know that the struggle of too-short button-up shirts is very real.

This beautiful chained bandana adds a little cowboy edge to the denim on denim look, while giving it a fun, modern and somewhat girly twist by serving like jewelry. Bandanas are back in a BIG way, and I love seeing them tied around the neck to complete a casual cool look. A bandana like this one can be considered a modern take on one of the oldest American accessories if you think about it! 

I always turn to it for an easy style solution that never makes me look like I’m trying too hard.  Tell me, would you rock a denim on denim outfit?    Truly, MKR