Frankie's on the Park

As I mentioned on Monday (here), my Mom paid a visit to the store to help (re: do) our window display for spring. The days are still pretty grey around here (we even have snow in today’s forecast!) so we were in desperate need of some color. Using nothing more than paper, scissors, and glue (and an occasional brad), my mom created this fun spring scene.

  Pretty incredible, right?

We love the fun, springy feeling it brings to the store. Now if only the weather would listen and start to warm up!

Thanks Mom, You’re the best!

Until tomorrow…

Kelly

I wanted to offer a quick apology about today’s lack of window display post. You know those frustrating nights where you’re lying in bed trying with all your mite to fall asleep and nothing happens? Well last night was one of those nights and by 5am I was so angry at my blinking clock that I unplugged it and therefore turned off my alarm. Long story short, I forgot my camera and can’t take pictures of the window today. I’m going to try to make it up to you with a polyvore collage, so check back in a few!

This morning we had an extra special visitor in the store, my mom. My mom (as mentioned before in my Valentine’s Day Post) is THE most creative and talented person ever, (I am not even biased, everyone agrees) and she always comes up with the most amazing ideas for our windows. This time she really outdid herself- she made gorgeous flowers out of paper and lined the windows with paper grass.  My description really doesn’t do it justice, so check back on Wednesday to see pictures and then you’ll understand just what I mean.

Looking at the window all day has put me in such a cheerful, springy mood, and now I am all excited about florals!

I don’t think I could ever wear shorts this short, but I like the idea of adding floral patches to distressed jeans. Note to self: try this for a fun DIY project.

I think these floral trousers are so fun for spring and summer. I found a great pair on clearance at Anthropologie last year, so I need to remember to pull them out. I love pairing them with flat sandals and basic striped top. (My mom would be so proud of me, mixing stripes and a floral print, though plaid and floral prints was always her favorite combo)

This floral kimono style jacket would be so great to layer over simple t-shirts and dresses. I’ve been on the lookout for a great silk jacket, and floral print seems like perfect print for such a draped silhouette. I might have to add this to my spring shopping list.

One of the best inventions of the last decade was “Design your own Keds.” I’m so upset to learn it’s no longer an option, but thank goodness they have some cute styles like the cute floral ones pictured above. These would be perfect everyday shoes- how cute would they be with ankle length white jeans? Add both of these to my spring must-haves list.

Floral dresses and skirts are always good options,  but I think it’s extra fun to wear floral in more unexpected ways. What about you guys? Any floral trends your especially excited to try?  What about floral jeans? I’d love to hear!

Until next time…

Kelly

Meet this week’s Girls of the Week! These three sisters were so much fun to spend the afternoon with, and we loved the cute outfits they put together! How cute do they look in their fun spring outfits!?

For those of you unfamiliar, once a week we host an in-store photo shoot with any and all of our loyal customers. The girl’s get to come in on their own or with friends and get to style their own looks for a photo shoot. Each week I take tons and tons of pictures, but until now I haven’t had a great venue through which to share the photos. From now on, every Friday I will be sharing the new Girl of the Week photo shoots. Girls of the Week past will also be able to access their photos forever in our blog archive! If you are interested in being photographed for Girl of the Week, the photo shoots are Tuesday afternoons at 4:30.  Call (773) 248-0400 to set up your appointment!