Summer Hours

Printed Cotton Shirtdress, $39.95, Gap

Printed Espadrilles, $14.95, H&M

It's Thursday, which in summer terms really means Friday, non?  And at 4 pm, your mind may have already transported you up north somewhere; the inviting waters gently rocking the dock, the sounds of loons and cork pops and crackling fires making up your hot summer playlist.  Whether you have a family cottage (don't even tell me if you do...) or have been lucky enough to make the invite list, you'll need pretty packables to look chic all weekend long.  For my list of 10 cottage essentials, check out this week's post at iVillage.ca

Is it wine time yet? x

A Total Sssteal

Okay, so you really can't pass these up.  Franco Sarto python wedges on sale for $69.99 at Le Château (of all places). Go. Run. (Unless you're afraid of snakes or heights, that is...)

Shufflin', Shufflin'

Suzanne Rogers' sliding shoe closet - source: The Coveteur

Originally posted in The CLOSET

In life, we're taught to never settle.  Whether it's your power-tripping boss or a lacklustre boyfriend, a less-than-stellar relationship can make every day an absolute chore;   I see footwear exactly the same way.  Sure, shoes cover your feet and protect them from rocks, rusty nails and disapproving looks but ever more importantly, great shoes are meant to make you feel like a rockstar.  And in the end, isn't that what you deserve, you rockstar you?!  

Summer calls for easy, laid-back kicks that you can quickly slip on at a moment's notice.  If you're looking for an update (and last year's flops have bitten the proverbial dust), the stores are full of pretty summer shoes, from chic summer sandals (including celeb-fave TKEES) to 'Sloafers' (a hybrid of slippers and loafers that have all but replaced the ballet flat) to statement-making super wedges for those seeking a lift.  And since summer's in full swing, many of the season's shoes are currently on sale.  Must go...the shoes are calling, "Sarahhhh...Sarahhh...take us home!"  Does anyone else hear that?

Oh, and don't miss the new Spin It 2 Win It at whiteoaksmall.ca for your chance to win loads of sweet prizes all summer long! x

 Lily Donaldson does bicycle chic in Milan. Source: moicontralavie.com

Clockwise from Top Left: Beaded Sandals, $25.99, Gap; Printed T-Straps, $89, Guess; TKEES Flops, $55, Town Shoes; Havainas Slims, $28, Club Monaco; Vince Camuto Sandals, $109.99, Town Shoes; Medallion Slides, $35,ALDO; Missoni x Havainas Flip-Flops, $79.95, Town Shoes; Rhinestone Sandals, $50, ALDO 

Poppy Delevingne at Paris Fashion Week in her leopard loafers - source: E-Look

Clockwise from Top Left: Printed Slipper, $40, ALDO; DLG Linen Loafers, $21, Boathouse; Striped Espadrilles, $21.99, Gap; Pink Espadrilles, $16.98, ALDO; Navy Slip-Ons, $40, ALDO; TOMS Classics, $70, Boathouse; Printed Espadrilles, $14.95, H&M; BOBS Loafers, $49.95, Town Shoes

A model in a pair of Burberry Prorsum tribal wedges - source: Teen Vogue

Clockwise from Top Left: Braided Wedge, $80, ALDO; Enzo Angiolini Wedges, $119.99, Town Shoes; Jessica Simpson Wedges, $99.99, Town Shoes; Espadrille Wedge, $31.49, ALDO; Tribal Wedge, $140, Guess; Criss-Cross Wedge, $70.99, Gap; Franco Sarto Wedge, $69.99, Le Château; Gladiator Wedge, $67.99, Gap 

Flo Rida

If for no reason other than pure bra and undie boredom, I'm all over these pretty pieces by Hanky Panky.  The flowers pack a major one-two punch and will instantly liven up an underwhelming underwear drawer.  Happily hide them under your little summer dresses or, if you're feeling a little scandalous, let the straps play peek-a-boo under your louchey summer shirts.  Either way, it'll be hard not to stroll through your summer day with a knowing little smile...

Hanky Panky's Sheer Saturation Set ($36 and $54) is available now at Anthropologie

An Ann Taylor Giveaway

Though Ann Taylor's 1st Canadian store doesn't open until the Fall, RLR readers have a chance to wear Ann Taylor right now!  We're giving away 3 gorgeous Ann Taylor Pavé Pony Cuffs ($58 value each) from the Ann Taylor Fall 2012 Collection Preview.  Simply leave a comment telling me why you're excited about Ann Taylor coming to Canada to win.  Contest closes Monday at midnight.  I'll announce the winner Tuesday morning! Happy long weekend!! Wheeee....

Bonne chance! x