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? 

Nautical Trends to Fall In Love With

Right now, I'm eating chocolate. Not just any chocolate, but a Harry & David milk chocolate truffle...
(It's been one of those days).

Going to college in the south, is now considered a luxury to me. Walking in snow to class was forbidden at my old college, and classes were cancelled if we had an inch of snow.  It was glorious.  Now I find myself trecking through mounds of icky snow due to uncleared walkways.  Occasionally I fall due to ice, like I did on Monday.  Completely new experience to me, and I doubt I will ever get used to it.  So as I eat chocolate, by my heater I have turned on full blast, it's time to stop complaining and start blogging. 
Things that are great in my life:

• I have the best boyfriend alive. I'm sorry ladies, but it's true. He's the best.
• He made me a power point full of reasons why he loved me, it's hilarious, I will try to share it
• His texts are the thing other than my faith, that keeps me positive every day. Like this picture message he sent me today:

(His Arabic homework, which he put the Silly Band
that he wears, and that I wear to remind us of each other
...with I love you in the middle..I melted)

• The fact that in two short days, I will be in Annapolis with my boyfriend. I love Annapolis almost as much as I love him. 

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Annapolis is perfection when it comes to a small town with great business.  It is quaint, traditional, with tons of heroic history within it.  The bay is beautiful all times of the year, and there is always something new to experience every time I visit.  The fact that it is a town known for it's sailing, and The Naval Academy... it is appropriate for me to say that my recent obsession is the Spring 2011 fashion trend that is nautical themed! If you look past my old posts, you can see my obsession with this trend started early on.  It is so exciting for me to see that this trend is really taking off, stores like Forever 21, Express, and H&M are taking notice.  I am thrilled! Below I have put together a Polyvore for your enjoyment :)

I love my sailor (nautical themed) by pittsburghprep featuring sailor dresses

Send-Off Kiss Dress, $53
Natural Sailor Shorts, $160
Old Navy Girls Nautical-Stripe Fleece Peacoats, $25
BOAT SHOES at Express, $50
LIMEDROP PLAIN SAILING BRACELET, 73 AUD
Bazzill > Cardstock > Blue > Light Blue > Navy > Typhoon Bazzill..., $0.59
ASOS Nautical Cord And Twisted Metal Wristband, $7.76
Times Square Sailor Kiss Picture
Anchors Aweigh! Sail Into Style With These Nautical Fashions - SICKA...
I love my sailor > War & Peace > InternetBumperStickers.com Store

Let me know what ya'll think!
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Today I am thankful for heaters, chocolates, my family, and those serving in our military.