Happiness is a Pair of Silk Shorts

I love nothing more than shopping for vacation-wear.  It's my own little time to play out my traveling fantasies and there's something, oh, let's call is "zen-like" about envisioning what exactly it is I'm going to wear out on the beach.  Or exploring a quaint little downtown.  Or perhaps noshing on lobster and sipping fruity frozen drinks.  You get my point.  This past weekend I was able to visit one of my very favorite boutiques Standard Style in Kansas City.  Their selection is absolutely jaw-dropping and the one thing I kept picking up were silk shorts!  My favorite by far were the floral printed Karina Grimaldi beauties you see below.  I love them for so many reasons - although they feel as comfy as my favorite pajama bottoms, they are structured enough where they don't look like it.   I also loved the print - those big, pink flowers, didn't feel too "tropical" - like so many florals can - and were just down right pretty.   I did not purchase these babies (I have enforced very strict rules for buying resort-wear, the first being that I don't allow myself to purchase anything until 30 days before my trip - unless the item is on sale.  Or it's showing there's only one left at Shopbop.)   But I will be for sure tracking down a pair in approximately ten days ;)
THE CULPRIT

Other silky shorts I'd wear in a heart-beat...

Starting at Top Left-
Anna Sui - Floral Print Silk Crepe and Lace ShortsMulberry - Eyelet Silk ShortsStella McCartney - Deckchair Striped Cotton and Silk ShortsElizabeth and James - Colby Silk Trimmed Brush Twill ShortsMarni - Contrast Silk Print ShortsJil Sander - Ello Striped Silk Shorts

Most Wanted

I'm wanting to break out the sweaters and do a lilttle shopping.  This past week has been gorgeous, with temps near 90, but in all honesty, could I please just have some cooler weather so I can go shopping for fall clothes?  Below is what I'm coveting most.

See by Chloe / Rag & Bone / Etoile Isabel Marant

Michael Michael Kors / J Crew / Jil Sander

Belle Sigerson Morrison / Topshop / Old Navy

American Apparel Vintage / Addidas by Stella McCartney / Burberry

Rimmel in Chocolatine / Diane von Furstenberg "Diane" / Chanel in Quartz

Gimme Color

I gravitate towards black.  I might even go as far as calling it my "favorite color".  But this time of year, when I've seen way too much dreary gray, I want nothing more than rainbows of color.  And when it comes to color inspiration, I like to think of  fashion in countries that seem to embrace all things vibrant - like Morocco, India, Spain, and Mexico.  I'm thinking long maxi skirts, flowing tunics, dangly,bejeweled earrings and patterned scarves scarves.  I know the whole Morrocan/Marrakech theme was huge back in '09, but could we please bring it back?  Below are some clothes and accessories techni-color dreams are made of... Can't you just imagine wearing these amazing pieces in the most exotic of locales with a glowing tan? 

Pink Dress: Mara Hoffman, Embroidered Silk Story Kaftan $310

Turquoise Scarf: Crumpet Silk and Cashmere Blend Scarf $325

Lime Purse: Jimmy Choo Neon Purse $410

Green Belt: Miu Miu Slim Belt $165

Blue Jumpsuit: Roberto Cavalli Printed Silk-Chiffon Jumpsuit $2,795

Yellow Ballet Flats: Miu Miu Fluorescent Flats, $349

Orange Skirt: Jil Sander Twil Peplum Maxi Skirt $1,375

Red Sunglasses: Italia Independent Red LED Sunglasses, $215

And if you're still not in a colorful mood, listen to this:

Need more?  Google Frieda Pinto's style or take note of how vividly gorgeous she looks in Slumdog Millionaire.