Summer Essentials

(guest blog, Caitlyn Hendrickson)

The weather here in Washington D.C. has been rather, shall we say, temperamental, but I think summer is right on our heels. And I love summer just as much as anyone- grillin' out, lazy pool days, impromptu beach trips. And with that, here's a roundup of a few things I'll be acquiring as "summer essentials."

Summer is on our heels, and so is the wedding season.  Every time I turn around, someone in my life is preparing to walk down the aisle. And what a better way to congratulate the happy couple than with a  "Just Married" bottle o' vino! I'll definitely be toting this to all the summer weddings, via Swanson Vineyards. 

Everybody is doing it- bright and bold pouts! Whether it's haute pink, cotton candy or rose, I have to get my hands on the perfect vibrant pink for the summer months. Don't you agree? 

Beach, or in my case, lake reading is essential. Boy and I will head up to Lake Winnipesaukee this July, and I intend on finding myself in the hammock with Tomboy Style: Beyond the Boundaries of Fashion.  Though, according to the editors of Vanity Fair (and let's be honest, they really do know what they're talking about),  The Age of Miracles in the next best thing, once we all get over the hub bub of The Hunger Games. What's on your list for those lazy afternoons? 

And lastly, Bobbi Brown's Beach Body Oil is essential. It's the perfect light and refreshing scent for when you want to feel like you've been at the beach all day. Slightly awkward to put on, but I promise you,  that beau of yours will not stop kissing your neck. So what are your must haves for the summer? 

Channeling Mad (wo)Men

We're taking a break from regular programming for a second so I can introduce a dear friend of mine, Caitlyn who will now be guest posting regularly on LPM Ashley :) Not only is she brains, beauty and fun, she is an amazing person with a huge heart and a great sense of style.

We thought it would be fun to get another perspective on the blog - we'll still have our regular outfit posts and shop updates, but get ready for some exciting new material :) This first post is already one of my favs (probably because i'm obsessed with all things Mad Men and LPM :))


(guest post, Caitlyn Hendrickson) 

As of late, Ashley and I have become ADDICTED to watching Mad Men with our significant others- just addicted. I know, I know, we’re about 3 years behind,  but we’ll be watching season 5 in no time at all. Oh, we both adore the jaw dropping plot lines, but let’s be honest, the fashion is what really reels us in.

The three leading ladies, Peggy, Joan and Betty have very unique styles, completely emulated in their personalities. While perusing through LPM’s finds the other day, I couldn’t help but notice that so many LPM looks create a modernized look of the Mad (wo)Men’s wardrobes.

Oh to have the curves of Joan. I know I have a slight girl crush on her.

And here’s the modernized LPM look, slightly more demure, but still makes that daring statement that Joni does so well, sauntering around the office.

Betty Draper is literally the “girl next door” so of course, we imagine her, always, in floral.

And the LPM look. Clearly, I’m loving the rompers.

Oh Peggy. Being that I’m only halfway into season 2, Peggy continues to don her elementary gingham dresses, but we still love her.

An LPM look that’s still Peggy Olson sweet, but sure to turn heads. 

So who are you? Joan, Betty or Peggy?