friday's fancies #28.

So happy it's Friday! I'll bet you are too. In the midst of a crazy week, I always look forward to creating my Friday's Fancies post and anxiously awaiting all the gorgeous looks from each of you! Getting to dream big and forget about pricetags is a nice break from reality too, I must say ;)

The theme for this week comes from {jm} at Seashells + Southern Belles, a longtime Friday's Fancies Faithful and a big beach lover. She's also one of the sweetest bloggers I've come to know! Don't worry if you created another fun look for your weekend plans--I'm just throwing out a theme to help get the creative juices flowing this late in the week for those of you who need it...

As promised, this is my "nautical by nature" look...hope you enjoy!


1) I've loved this dress for months now...and I finally have a good excuse to use it! Milly does it again with their Sailboats Lily Sundress, an easy dress which plays right along with the nautical theme. It also looks like it hits a bit higher, which I love!
2) I feel like everyone should own a pair of Ray-Ban Aviators and a pair of their Wayfarers. Too bad I look like a complete goofball in Aviators though ;) Since this is my Friday's Fancies, I'll pretend they look fab. I can do that, right?
3) Against a very feminine dress, I thought this Michael Kors Gold-Plated Wrap Chronograph Watch created a nice contrast. My teeny tiny wrists aside, I'd love to have this beauty in my jewelry box.
4) Since I'm trying to be slightly realistic about my weekend here, I know I'd need to toss in a scarf like this Cashmere Weave Scarf from Yves Saint Laurent. After a crazy hot week, I'm not complaining about some slightly cooler temps for the weekend!
5) Not only am I loving their handbag line, I'm also loving the accessories from Whiting & Davis. This Jailer Key Ring would make a great gift--and would serve as the perfect place to put the keys to my beautiful yacht. Yes. I went there ;)
6) Though my klutzy self could not rock these on a boat, I would certainly throw these Stuart Weitzman Crocheted Crisscross Espadrilles on to take a stroll on solid ground. I love the crocheted straps. They just feel right.
7) The ultimate accessory in a nautical Friday's Fancies has to be this "little" yacht. A girl can dream!

Any fun ideas for future Friday's Fancies themes? 
{Comment below or shoot me an email: I'm all ears!}

Super excited to see what you all create this week! If you're new to the Friday's Fancies phenomenon, don't fret--check out this post for a little guidance or email me. All it really takes is a little imagination. 

Don't forget to get your last minute entries in for my 
Whiting & Davis giveaway! You have until Sunday at 
8:00pm EST to enter! Have a fantastic weekend--and 
thanks again for taking the time to link up! 
You fill my heart so, so much! xoxo {av}
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54 comments:

  1. Love love love that sailboat dress! So adorable!

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  2. Ek! I shouldn't have looked at this. I absolutely love that dress and watch. I am going to feel unsettled now until I own both!

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  3. loooove those wedges and that watch! great list!

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  4. Nautical style is so awesome. <3

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  5. Love the shoes! Omgeeeee! Gorg!!!!

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  6. super cute link up idea! Loving the nautical theme... And the watch and sandals are awesome! Now i'm off to check out some of the other girl's outfits.
    Happy Friday,
    xo
    L

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  7. Those espadrilles are gorgeous! Want!

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  8. love love love the style. and I completely agree...everyone should own ray-ban aviators. They are the most flattering look for any face and so classic. I own two pairs :)

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  9. sorry for posting three FFs, the website told me that there was an error on posting the link so I tried again. and when I saw this post, I realized I had posted THREE links. I'm so sorry! You can delete the other two :)

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  10. lovely selection - especially the espadrille wedges are too cute!
    xoxo

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  11. wonderful post, as usual :) I'm linking up with you :D

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  12. I love those shoes. I wish I had the money to buy them. They would be perfect with any/every outfit. The dress is so cute too!

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  13. I had so much fun with this theme!!! Love the watch you picked!

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  14. if you want a cheaper sailboat dress option. look at this one: http://canvas.landsend.com/pp/TieWaistHenleyDress~221647_-1.html?bcc=y&action=order_more&sku_0=::PU5&CM_MERCH=IDX_Women-_-DressesSkirts

    i have been lusting after it for awhile.

    http://lachapstickfanatique.blogspot.com

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  15. love the wedges, v cute! :) happy friday my dear. xoxo jillian:: cornflake dreams

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  16. i would love to say one day, "this is just my little yacht."
    love what you picked! especially the shoe, i picked a similar tory burch pair!
    have a great weekend, friend! :)

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  17. I love it! Nautical is one of my favorite trends!! I'm linking up an old FF! Hope that's okay :)

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  18. your posts are always great!! :D
    thanks for adding my collages to your blog last week!!

    have a nice friday!!

    x
    fashionbit

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  19. That dress is so sweet. It looks like it would suit any body type, as well as be perfect for these hot and humid days! I'm such a huge fan of Friday's Fancies :)

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  20. Dying over that dress! I want it!

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  21. That dress is so adorable and I love the theme for this week--what a catchy title!

    Happy Friday!

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  22. Loving your nautical look, av!! That dress is just adorable!!

    Have a great weekend! ;)

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  23. Love those shoes!! and loved the theme this was the first time i linked up! happy friday girl!

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  24. Love nautical.. Totally Osterville right? hahah
    Regardless, this is a great post!
    Have a lovely friday my dear!

    xx

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  25. LOVE that dress! too cute!
    Happy Weekend! :)
    xo::Lauren @ tickled.

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  26. All of these looks are so great! I love Friday Fancies! Thanks for hosting. Next week I will be doing an office look to celebrate the return of Drop Dead Diva (my fave tv show). Possible theme for you too? ;)

    http://babycravings.blogspot.com/

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  27. nautical by nature is too cute. i love the michael kors watch and those espradrilles.

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  28. Thank you for the very sweet comment! I am LOVING all of this nautical greatness!!! I have been doing wedding activities for my cousin all day, but I can't wait to comment on them!

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  29. Such pretty pretty nautical looks. I haven't yet bought anything nautical but still enjoy the looks.
    Thanks for your sweet comment. I'm gonna link up next week!

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  30. just linked up! great theme this week. xo kendall

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  31. I love this look-those wedges are divine!

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  32. ahhh i have been loving looking at all these posts - what a great theme! dang girl, this is a phenomenon! go Friday's Fancies!

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  33. Love the nautical style! So pretty!
    xo
    Alexa
    www.theshortandthesweetofit.com

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  34. Hey girl,

    Sorry, I had trouble with the linky and it posted my FF three times - sorry for the inconvenience! Love linking up!

    xoxo
    Erin

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  35. Those platforms are really wonderful <3

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  36. Hi! I just passed the Versatile Blogger award to you! Check it out at http://jacquelivewithintention.blogspot.com
    Happy Weekend!

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  37. the nautical look is definitely one of my faves! adorable outfit and those shoes are divine! xoxo

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  38. oh lala i definately love love love those wedges! i would totally where them, but for a me a rocking boat would be dangerous wearing shoes so high!!! all cute stuff :)

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  39. ok i got totally inspired, and i did my own. so fun!!! :)

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  40. This is such a fun idea - I'm going to enjoy picking through all these!

    xoxo ~ Courtney
    http://sartorialsidelines.blogspot.com

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  41. That dress is very sweet, the watch is fabulous and you can't beat a bit of cashmere...great pieces. Thanks so much for your lovely comment on my blog, Love from London xo

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  42. I LOVE that dress! Thanks for hosting this link up each week...love it!

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  43. just wanted to pop by and say thanks for the follow, girl! following you right back.

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  44. I AM OBSESSED WITH THE PRINT OF THAT DRESS!!! so cute!!!

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  45. I love the watch! and the dress is SO cute :) thank you for dropping by my blog :)

    Love, Vanilla

    http://notesfrommycloset.blogspot.com/

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  46. Mm I want this watch! I just can't get enough of your friday fancies, I always check them out!

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  47. I really like your friday fancies :) especially the dress!! You have a great blog and i follow you now :)

    www.walk-the-street.blogspot.com

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  48. I love that little sundress! Super chic. And those aviators are just darling.
    xo Josie
    www.winksmilestyle.com

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  49. Love your outfit! The dress! and the watch! I need that watch, I mean is cheaper than getting the Hermes one ;) right?

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  50. Oh! I'll be linking this week! Already have my looks ready ;)

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  51. I am soooooo sad that I missed this one last week. BUT since I have some time tonight I have been playing on Polyvore.
    And next time I'm in Newport you know who I'm to meet!????????? She can sign my copy of Southern Living Weddings, LOL.

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