decisions

Hey everyone! First off, I want to thank you for your patience with me while I've been recovering/getting caught up with my life. However, I'm afraid I have some bad news. People really aren't kidding when they say that a blog is like a full-time job if you want to do it well - and though I'm sure I have often fallen short of it, my goal has always been to provide posts of a highly professional level on NOUVELLE. Unfortunately, I'm afraid I am no longer able to take on such a big commitment at this point in my life, on top of my actual job and school and life in general. 

I truly appreciate every single reader who has ever visited NOUVELLE! It's so nice to know that there are people out there who share my love for fashion. You are all wonderful, and I hope we run into each other again someday!

BE BACK SOON

Hi everyone,

Due to a pretty severe illness, I'm taking some time off so I can fully recover and get caught up with my life. I will be back next week!

Amy

ship shape

Rag & Bone Pamploma Marled-Knit Linen Sweater
Banana Republic Love Link Necklace
ModCloth You'll Sea Necklace
Moss Mills Sea Star Ring
Guess Socialite Carryall Bag
Topshop Mint Textured Peplum Skirt
Steve Madden Realove Sandals
I love this outfit. It has all of my (current) favorite things: a pastel palette, peplum, neutrals, and a nautical theme. What's not to like? I especially love the soft blue and mint together - it's a subtle lead-in to the sea theme and just a gorgeous color combination in general (not to mention it has a surprisingly feminine feel!). It's really the accessories that bring out the nautical feel in the ensemble, which is doubly nice because you could replace them with any other jewelry to create a totally different, but equally cute, vibe. 

sale: banana republic

Banana Republic Silk Pintuck Button Back Shell
Banana Republic Metallic Trim Striped Pullover
Banana Republic Purple Emerald Drop Earring
Banana Republic Marquis Stackable Ring
Banana Republic Dot Bangle
Banana Republic Enameled Geo Bangle
Banana Republic Twin Link Bracelet
Banana Republic Allie Wingtip
Banana Republic Animal Print Pencil Skirt
Banana Republic always has such a perfect selection of classic-meets-contemporary items (Mad Men collections, anyone?), which of course fits right in with my aesthetic. I also love finding all the gems in their sale section, because really, who wouldn't love a good deal on great pieces? Here are some of my favorites from their current sale selection - from the breezy colors to all the great accessories, there's plenty to stock up on for spring. Check it out here!

fiesta wear

J.Crew Candy Striped Canvas Clutch
Betsey Johnson Skull and Fruit Stud Earrings
Miss Selfrdige Gold Mixed Bangle Pack
Pieces Lone Bracelet
Zara Ankle Strap Sandal
ModCloth Pleats Be Mine Dress in Pink
Although I've already posted a bit about my festive mood, I couldn't resist putting together a fiesta-ready outfit as well. With this look, I mainly wanted the vibrant, flirty dress to speak for itself - I absolutely love the layered hem and the pleats (and I imagine this would be an excellent dress to wear for dancing!). To keep with the theme, I made sure to throw in some colorful accessories as well, from the quirky skull earrings to the fun striped clutch. Wishing everyone a fun-filled Cinco de Mayo!

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