Skirting the Issue

I am totally obsessed with maxi skirts right now.  I know it's not a new trend by any means, but as my life has become more chaotic, I have found myself gravitating towards more effortless styles.  Translation: in a maxi skirt, I can bend over to pick up Harper--or the pile of goldfish crackers she has dumped out onto the floor--without a care in the world.  Yet, in addition to being completely easy and versatile, I feel that the maxi skirt has an inherent elegance that the more popular minis or even midis simply lack.  Here are a few of the maxis that I needwanthavetohave right now:

Shannon Floral Maxi Skirt
by Alice + Olivia
Available at Neiman Marcus

Unfortunately for me, I can't afford my taste--or the Shannon Floral Maxi Skirt by Alice + Olivia that I have been coveting since I first laid eyes on it a month or so ago.  The subtle floral print reminds me of a watercolor painting, and the pale yellows and greens are the perfect colors for spring and summer and can be easily matched.  I can't even explain how much I need this skirt.  So I am willing to patiently wait for a sale, or for someone with buyer's remorse to put one on Ebay in my size...  Whichever comes first!  Fingers crossed.

Canyon Skirt by Lilly Pulitzer

I wasn't sure how I felt about the high-low hem at first, but I've given it some thought and really think it works.  As a girl who loves shoes, it's a plus to be able to show off your footwear with a long-skirted look.  Plus, it maintains the easy elegance of a classic maxi, with a bit of a fun twist.  The Canyon Skirt by Lilly Pulitzer is my favorite high-low skirt to date, with its punchy, preppy pattern that's made in soft, beachy jersey.  I think flip-flops are a must here.

FP One Patchwork Maxi
by Free People

I love the bohemian vibe of this Patchwork Maxi from Free People.  The cool blues and aquas remind of the ocean, and the contrasting patterns and textures all work together.  Plus, each section has a raw, frayed edge that gives the skirt a casual, almost vintage feel.  If only I had tickets to Coachella this year. 

Clearly, I have my shopping list made!

Little Things To Love

When I decided that She's Come Unheeled would actually come unheeled last summer, I was excited for real life posts about my new adventures avec mon bebe.  I mean, how Kourtney Kardashian totes her tot around in those Louboutins is beyond me!  Not that I don't still love my Louboutins, but I am writing these long-overdue words from the comfort of my bare feet, which are also overdue--for a pedicure, that is.  While some might interpret this as decidedly un-glamorous, I'm okay with that.  For the past couple of months I have been happily enjoying the little things--and wanted to share five of my favorites:

Tea tastes better in a pretty little teacup!

Tea party for one--and a sweet moment of silence to enjoy it.  I am recovering from my addiction to Tazo Refresh right now, a blend of peppermint, spearmint, and a teensy bit of tarragon.  It tastes better in a pretty little teacup, like this one from my grandmother.

Lolly and Leonora

Found photos.  My grandmother sent this to me last month, an old photo she found in her desk.  The cool kid in the oversized bow is me, posing with my great grandmother, Leonora.  Clearly, we would have made quite the fashion-forward duo.

A text convo with my beloved

My husband, who doesn't fall for anything.  But you can't blame a girl for trying, right?  I mean, my birthday is coming up this summer so I was only trying to help him prepare.

Alicia by Tom Ford

New Sunglasses. I've been wearing my faithful Chloé sunglasses for about six years, which is fair, as sunglasses to me are an investment piece.  Yet, lately I have been feeling that it's time for a change.  While I have always believed that Jackie had it right with basic black, the time had come to go tortoise.  I mean, he won the race, did he not?  Jokes aside, tortoise is equally timeless, and I couldn't help but fall in love with the Alicia by Tom Ford.  I recently learned that Tom Ford names his sunglasses for people that he admires.  There is not a Laura--yet.

Leopard nails

New friends with crazy skills!  Last Friday night, I had the opportunity to join some amazing ladies for fun conversation and amazing nail treatments.  Pink leopard nails!  How did I make it almost 30 years on this earth without it?

Spring has arrived in Boston, and I am thankful for the arrival of warmer weather and time outdoors.  And also spring fashion.  If I don't see a puffy coat or a pair of Uggs until the fall, I will be a happy girl.