Summer 2015 Must-Haves

1. Off The Shoulder: The cold shoulder trend came in big this spring and it's not going anywhere anytime soon. I love the super feminine, sultry vibe this style gives off and the pretty vintage inspired print of the H&M top above is a perfect homage to the 70's. 

2. Espadrilles: Another 70's throwback style that's come back with a vengeance this season. I love the simple, casual, kind of boho edge these pretty sandals give to an outfit. I thought the lovely cream color of the DV by Dolce Vita pair above would be the perfect neutral for summer.

3. Rompers: Jumpsuits and rompers have been all the rage for a while now, but there's just something about an easy all-in-one outfit that screams for summer. I'm crazy about the tie-dye print and little tassels on the Aeropostale romper above.

4. T-Shirt Dress: In the prime of summer, there are very few things I want more than air conditioning and iced tea but an easy breezy a-line dress makes going outside almost bearable. There's nothing quite like clothes that don't actually touch your body to help beat the heat. The little H&M dress above would be a great throw-on-in-a-pinch kind of piece.

5. Chambray: Lately, I've been all about chambray everything-blouses, dresses, tees, skirts. You name it, I probably want it. It's just a perfect neutral that you can wear with literally anything. I could easily wear the Thread & Supply tank above a hundred ways.

6. Strappy-Back Bralette: I love the look of all the backless summer pieces but, as any of my fellow busty girls can attest, going braless isn't usually a good option. Luckily, pretty little bralettes, like the Abercrombie & Fitch one above, let me rock those exposed back styles without accidentally exposing anything else.

7. Round Sunglasses: I know, I know, another 70's inspired trend. I would say sorry, but I'm not. If I could look like I stepped out of the 1970's every day, I would. There's just something about the aesthetic of that time period that I'm really drawn to. These glasses from H&M are such a cool twist on a classic look, and that is definitely something I can get behind.

Winter 2014 Must- Haves

Winter 2014 Must- Haves by strawberryfields791 featuring a wide brim hat

1. Blanket Scarf: These have been all over the place for months and, as I've said many times before, I stand firmly behind any fashion item that doubles as a blanket. These come in all kinds of varieties but I'm particularly drawn to the plaid and or chunky knit ones like the above one from Urban Outfitters.

2. Glitter Eyeliner: Ok, maybe calling this a must-have is a bit of a stretch but nothing says winter to me quite like metallic golden hues. Also, I'm really looking for an excuse to buy this little pretty and what better way to celebrate the new year than with a glittery cat eye? Just go with me here, guys. This eyeliner is fabulous and as far as I'm concerned glitter eye makeup is a must all year round.

3. Chunky Sweater: Whether you like them cropped or oversized, cream or black, a big chunky sweater is a necessity to survive the winter chills. A great sweater goes with everything, jeans and ankle booties, layered over a dress with tall riding boots. I wear my sweaters to death and this little ditty from Choies would be a great addition to any wardrobe.

4. Headwraps: I don't know if this is a trend lately or just an obsession of mine but I can't get enough of pretty headwraps like the one above from Amazon. Seriously, join me on this bandwagon, you won't regret it. These are perfect to cover up a bad (or, lets be honest, dirty) hair day and, as an added bonus, they keep your ears super warm.

5. Capes: These have been gaining popularity since early fall and a cozy wool version is perfect for those chilly winter days. There are so many variations of this trend out there right now, I just loved the cool moto detail on the H&M one above.

6. Wide-Brim Fedora: I'll admit it, I wear these about year round but there's just something about this hat that screams winter. I'm imagining the way this lovely topper would look on a snowy day with a chunky knit sweater and a big wool coat. There are a lot of options out there for hats like this but this one from Forever 21 is definitely a wallet-friendly choice.

7. Riding Boots: Confession time, I actually splurged and bought these boots for myself with some Christmas money I got. I'd been looking to replace my super beat up Steve Madden boots for a while and when someone returned these beauties to my store, I decided it was fate. And, honestly, I think it was a great purchase. These are beautifully made, super comfy, and the leather feels like absolute butter. I'm looking forward to rocking these for years to come. (They're the Sam Edelman Penny Riding Boot in Whiskey-I got mine from Anthro because of my discount, but I think they're on sale at Nordstrom).

Whew! This season's must-haves were definitely the hardest for me to come up with. Winter is not my favorite season and it's difficult for me to come up with things I'm excited to wear when the weather is less than sunny. If you too suffer from the curse of the chilly closet, I hope you'll find this little guide helpful and maybe a bit inspiring, I know making it made me feel less dreary about dressing for the upcoming months. Stay warm out there, friends!