Down the Rabbit Hole

As you glance at your planner, you realize another holiday is approaching. This means you will have to attend another family gathering and devote a lot of time to catching up with relatives over dinner. Before you show up at your relative's home to help yourself to a slice of apple pie, here are a few ideas to help you look swanky while partaking in Easter Festivities. Whether you end up attending a Easter egg hunt, a casual dinner or brunch, you are sure to look fantastic sporting these looks.


Casual Easter Activity

If you plan on being outdoors and on your feet a lot, flats are a great choice. If you get a pair of flats with detailing, like bows, you add some spice to your ensemble.

easter casual by polishedeyes featuring white high waisted shorts

Kew ribbed cardigan
40 GBP - johnlewis.com

Dorothy Perkins blouse
30 GBP - dorothyperkins.com

Victoriabramwell white high waisted short
$95 - senseofashion.com

Vero Moda cotton short short
26 GBP - houseoffraser.co.uk

Paul & Joe flat shoes
$431 - boutique1.com

Lancel croco leather handbag
681 EUR - pret-a-beaute.com

Michael Kors Watches oversized watch
$250 - shopbop.com

Tuleste market rose gold earring
$75 - charmandchain.com

Oliver Peoples round sunglass
$390 - net-a-porter.com

This option is great for people that will be outdoors, but plan on sitting down a majority of the time. The dress is made of a great fabric that is light and soft.

easter by polishedeyes featuring wide brim hats

Dorothy Perkins coral dress
24 GBP - dorothyperkins.com

Kate Spade t strap sandal
$250 - footcandyshoes.com

NV London Calcutta summer handbag
85 GBP - fashion-conscience.com

Necklace
$16 - hottopic.com

Forever21 oval earring
$3.80 - forever21.com

Inverni wide brim hat
115 GBP - brownsfashion.com

Sunglasses glass shade

ocshades.com

Easter Brunch/Lunch


If you plan on attending lunch or brunch, a day dress is a great choice. You can add some accessories and a cardigan to complete the look.

easter lunch by polishedeyes featuring platform heels

Cotton dress
93 GBP - houseoffraser.co.uk

Halston Heritage platform heels
$225 - net-a-porter.com

Furla handbag
$395 - zappos.com

Emporio armani watch
125 GBP - asos.com

Teardrop earring
$5.99 - tillys.com

Victoria beckham sunglass
$525 - net-a-porter.com

Gap Spring ruffle cardigan
$27 - gap.com

Easter Dinner 
For dinner you can wear a semi-formal dress. Add accessories such as a clutch.

easter dinner by polishedeyes featuring metal jewelry

Draped dress
160 GBP - karenmillen.com

Burberry double breasted coat
$995 - net-a-porter.com

High heel shoes
155 GBP - karenmillen.com

Nine west handbag
$27 - ninewest.com

Diamond jewelry
$1,220 - barneys.com

Metal jewelry
$450 - giuseppezanottidesign.com

Jon Richard flower jewelry

12 GBP - debenhams.com

easter dinner by polishedeyes featuring waxing poetic jewelry

One shoulder ruffle dress
$97 - warehouse.co.uk

TopShop trench coat
$180 - topshop.com

Pour La Victoire court shoes
185 GBP - my-wardrobe.com

SELINA patent handbag
175 GBP - lkbennett.com

Waxing poetic jewelry
$63 - waxingpoetic.com

Nine West drop earring
$28 - ninewest.com

Dorothy Perkins beaded ring
7.50 GBP - topshop.com

Tools

I want to go over a few products that help with makeup application and setting. I recommend eye primer and
makeup setting spray.The makeup setting spray is a great way to hold makeup in place. After spending all that time applying your makeup, it can be bothersome to have to deal with fading. This spray holds blush, eye shadow, foundation and concealer in place. Also, some sprays lasts for up to 16 hours.  This eye lid primer makes eye shadow last longer and helps minimize cracking.



Browse Products Here

Face Primer by Smashbox

Come Away With Me

The snow has melted, the temperature has risen and the flowers have started to bloom. As you get ready to complete the tedious task of putting away your winter clothes, you realize this is the least of your worries.Suddenly, you remember all the projects due at work/school, and begin to think about summer vacation and how fantastic it would be to whisk that special someone away to a tropical island. Before you know it, the time will come for you to board the plane or get on the cruise ship and make your way to your final destination. This place will contain all the perks of paradise: palm trees and white sand. Once you arrive, you know it's time to put on your bathing suit and relax with a fruit drink in your hand.Last but not least, you have to make sure you are vacationing in style. Besides, you have kept that body covered all winter and summer is the perfect time to unveil it. Here are a few chic suggestions....

2011 Swimsuit Trends
 This summer metallics, sexy cut-outs, bright colors, bandeaus, and vintage swimsuits from the 50s, 60s and 70s are all the rave.

- Bandeaus are cute.There are no straps so for those of you who like to tan, I suggest you wear this style. This choice will prevent those nasty tan lines from appearing.
- Sexy Cut Outs are a great way to show off your figure. If you aren't a big fan of two pieces, a cut out will make you feel sexy and the plus is, you don't have to show a lot of skin.
- Vintage Swim suits will make you feel like you just stepped out of a time machine and arrived in the 50s, 60s or 70s. These suits contain bikini shorts and halter tops with cute detailing such as ruffles or bows.
- Bright Colors are in this spring. This applies to swim suits as well. Try neon colors.
- Metallics are edgy and look great in the sun light. As you play in the ocean, you will look amazing.
- Lingerie inspired swim wear incorporates lace and other delicate fabric into the design.

Beach Swimsuit by polishedeyes featuring a mesh swimwear

Norma Kamali mesh swimwear
$350 - net-a-porter.com

Melissa Odabash bikini bathing suit
$240 - net-a-porter.com

Seafolly swimwear
80 GBP - houseoffraser.co.uk

French Connection cut out bathing suit
42 GBP - houseoffraser.co.uk

JETS by Jessika Allen bandeau bathing suit
$240 - net-a-porter.com

Norma Kamali nylon bikini
$950 - net-a-porter.com

Pistol Panties swimwear
185 GBP - houseoffraser.co.uk

Lanvin two piece swimwear
$895 - barneys.com

Agent Provocateur underwire bathing suit
$490 - net-a-porter.com

beach trip by polishedeyes featuring bandeau bathing suits

Bandeau bathing suit
$50 - topshop.com

Tory Burch flat sandal
86 GBP - theoutnet.com

J Crew summer tote
$43 - jcrew.com

Floppy hat
40 AUD - sportsgirl.com.au

Paul Smith Jeans Paul Smith Jeans 716K-770 Zip Marl Grey Cardigan
95 GBP - fashionbeans.com

Tropical Island, Sunny beach Poster: 61cm x 91.5cm - Buy Online
3.99 GBP - popartuk.com 

Kids' Multi-Colored Towel

$15 - aeropostale.com

Browse More Swimsuits and Beach Gear Here

Cover-ups by Very Sexy

Clutches by White House

Cover-ups by Beach Sexy

Versatile Blogger Award

I received the versatile blogger award. I want to thank the very sweet Anya for giving me this award. Check out her blog here Anya's Blog . Her blog is lovely and has fantastic pictures.