Formaldehyde-Free Polish from Clinique

As someone who's in the throes of allergy season, I can attest to the fact that just about anything makes me sneeze and rub my eyes. The minds at Clinique seem to have gotten the memo and made a new line of nail polishes, the first for the brand, that caters to these sensitivities. With 12 colors in their permanent collection, it's made for those will especially reactive skin--and it's void of formaldehyde, which I think is the best part.

(photo: courtesy of Fashionista)

Updated Casual For Summer

I've gotten pretty good at wearing dark denim all day every day pretty much any chance I get. And I just realized maybe it's time I lightened things up a bit for summer. But I'm not quite ready to part with my superbly slimming black jeans and deep navy washes. So apart from a complete closet overhaul, I'm going to take a cue from the pic below and match by my favorite dark skinnies with a supremely casual and comfy white tee, preferably a slightly oversized one that's borrowed from the boys. Paired with short booties for days--or even a heel with a pop of color for night--it's an unfussy look that's sure to stay classic.

(photo: courtesy of Refinery29)

Peplums + Cropped Jackets

If you're craving another peplum but can't figure out quite how to wear it properly, here's an endorsement and a great way to pair yours with outwear. Opt for a shorter or cropped jacket as the ideal topper for your peplum so that it still showcases what you've got going on but gives the peplum and ruffle a bit of room to breathe. I frankly love that this gives new life to all of the shorter jackets I'd have a hard time otherwise wearing but looks like it was made for this top silhouette.

(photo: courtesy of Mr. Newton)

What To Wear: Walking Shorts

So you'd be hard pressed to ever find me in shorts, but there's something so refreshing about this street style shot. I think it's the way that it seems to anachronistic. This could have taken place twenty years ago with its '80s leanings or snapped a few days ago as it appears to have been. The simplicity of the outfit, with its espadrilles and plain grey tee, give it a durability that lets it withstand trends and lets it look just as cool as it does.

(photo: courtesy of The Sartorialist)

SPOTTED: Noteworthy Designs from GAP

Everyone is talking about Gap lately. And if these designs are any indication, the company is in the midst of some major changes. Sure they're still putting rainbow denim on buses and billboards but these designs are decidedly more grown-up and may just make me actually venture into their store. They've got a European appeal to them and I'm really into the way they take their casual appeal and give them a luxe update. Very designer drive but still accessible, something Gap wants to do very well.

(photos: courtesy of Fashionista)

One On Every Finger

This certainly isn't the most groundbreaking look to come out of Fashion Week Australia but I love the way this unwitting model has a ring on every single finger. Not only that, they're all identical. Just look at her left hand. I'd never go and buy 4 of the same ring, but maybe that's where I went wrong. I've been so busy thinking about stacking my rings that I never figured I should maybe try wearing them across my hand like that. It's definitely a different look but one worth trying--and one that makes an impact.

(photo: courtesy of Style.com)

The Floral Fix

If you're anything like me, being inundated with floral prints this time of year can be a bit much. I can manage one or two here or there, but donning them head to toe just isn't me. I am however really into other, non-conventional ways I can incorporate florals into my look this spring. I'd opt for a big bold floral earrings if I had my way. This oversized gemstone version takes up a good amount of real estate but would instantly add a warm weather flourish to my favorite sweaters, tees and basic silhouettes I've already got.

(photo: courtesy of Shopbop)