Brooks Brothers Spring Preview...I'm Ecstatic!

Procrastination. An art, which I have perfected over the course of my schooling. Instead of studying this morning, {like I intended on doing} I discovered a sneak preview to Brooks Brothers Spring 2011 wardrobe.

It is very hard for me to say this, but it competes with Tommy's.  So do you want to see it? Do you? Do you???

What I love about this collection, is the fact that it incorporates colors that are contrasting of one another. For example, the navy pullover, yellow and navy striped rugby polo, and salmon (or brighter than salmon) colored shorts...it's a perfectly balanced outfit that doesn't scream "matchy matchy".  I also love the white pants, and the khaki seen in these examples...that is always a pure sign of spring, and can be worn with a plethora of hues.

 Finally, did you notice the nautical theme? Obviously obsessed with the navy boat shoes, the whales found on the salmon pants (Pat has two pairs of lobster shorts), the navy and white striped dress, and the adorable wedges that are found in several of the pictures. 

In comparison, I found some pictures of my friends and I that match the colors, and styling found in this spring collection:

Allison and I in Annapolis by the bay, notice her balance of navy and white,

while I take on the orange/salmon and tie it off with a rope belt.

Patrick and I at Polo for the Cure for Cancer 2010

Pat has his salmon pants on, a white Polo oxford, and Vineyard Vines

sail boat tie, and a Leatherman stitched belt.

I have on a sundress from Ann Taylor Loft, and Betsey Johnson sunglasses

Pat and Rob after the International Ball

Pat is wearing his lobster shorts

Rob is wearing a Brooks Brothers Polo

Pat in Brooks Brothers Pants, Lacoste Shoes

Rob in an Izod Polo and Vineyard Vine shorts

Pat also wearing Vineyard Vine shorts

Ty in a button down Polo oxford, and Vineyard Vine shorts

Doesn't this make you so excited for warmer weather? What do you guys think of Brooks Brothers Sneak Preview? 

Join The Tommy Wagon

You know it's Monday, when you walk outside to your 8am class, and it is -3 degrees outside. You also can verify it is Monday, when you have a pop quiz in your 8am class, and upon completion, you walk outside and fall on a big chunk of ice.  Your butt gets nice and wet, and your books scatter across walkway.  Once you pick everything up, you are late for your next class.  Oh Monday blues. 

Some days you can't avoid all the mishaps, yet today, my spirits are still high.  Maybe I am in a good mood thanks to the Steeler's win last night, or from the weekend I got to spend with boyfriend. Or could it be the fact that I am the happiest girl in the entire world? (I am so mushy).
I know my car ride home helped as I screeched along to Miley Cyrus' song, "He Could Be The One" (no shame). As well as the random texting conversation I have had with Pat all day that ranged from frozen boogers to "I love yous". 

Regardless.  It's been a pretty dandy Monday all facts considered.  Oh, and did I mention I was looking fly today? Yeah, I said it. I looked good. Okay, before you get defensive.  I'm not calling myself "America's Next Top Model" here, I'm just saying that my outfit was very inspirational to Fall 2010 fashion guides.

Especially in the prep world.  Here we go again...
Who is my favorite designer ever ever ever? Tommy Hilfiger
What am I currently obsessed with? His Fall 2010 and Spring 2011 Ready To Wear Collections
and his Fall 2010 ad campaign.  If you want to see the extent of my obsession, please read this or if you want to see his Spring 2011 collection, read this.  My blog is already full of Tommy. 

(Photo credits: Tommy Hilfiger Fall 2010 Ad Campaign)
(Love the station wagon)

Today, my outfit was inspired by his Fall 2010 ad campaign.  In the campaign, we see a lot of navy and reds.  For material, we find corduroys and wools.  Trendy pieces like boyfriend blazers, heeled duck boots, and over sized shades all represent the traditional preppy wardrobe with a modern switch. 


So today, I took full advantage of my closet's resources and came up with an outfit that is somewhat comparable.

(Photo credits: Tommy Hilfiger Fall 2010 Ad Campaign)

Compare the picture above from Fall 2010 Tommy Hilfiger Ads to my outfit below.

I wore:
Plaid Flannel Button Down Shirt: American Eagle Outfitters
Navy Boyfriend Blazer: Ann Taylor Loft
Camel Colored Corduroy Pants: Tommy Hilfiger
Leather Knee-High Boots: Steve Madden
Studded Pearl Earrings

And just because I thought it would be funny, I must add this addition picture...

(Photo credits: Tommy Hilfiger Fall 2010 Ad Campaign)

Max and I wanted to copy this look with the dogs in it.

Don't you think we would be great prospects for Tommy's next ad campaign?

So there you have it, my obsession with Tommy Hilfiger leaks out again.  Hope you all are having just as great a Monday as me, and let me know what you think about my comparisons!

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Today I am thankful for my Midshipman, for humor that makes Mondays manageable, and for my puppy, Sir Maxwell Smart.