The perfect a-line denim skirt

(Credit: ASOS)

My favorite style era is by far the 1970's (with a little late 60's thrown in). I guess it's because those were my childhood years. I think my favorite piece of clothing of all time is the denim a-line skirt. Makes me happy every time I see one and takes me straight back to when I was a little girl.

The fit is always so forgiving (very important at my age) and comfy. Yet the style is fresh and modern, and at the same time classic. And it's just so versatile. You can dress it up, dress it down, or anywhere in between. Wear it to work with a nice blouse and nice shoes, or wear it on the weekends with flip flops and a tee.

This one by A.P.C. is  lovely. I especially like the two flap pockets at the front. Also the inverted pleat at the back. Nice details. It was on sale at asos.com for $115.74. Not sure if it's still available but had to show it to you so you knew what the perfect a-line denim skirt looked like.

Going, going . . .

Credit: Target

I know I already did a post this week about an upcoming Target buy you need to check out. But I could be sued for negligence if I didn't tell you about this one. It's in stores already, so if you don’t get there soon, you might not get a shot at them.

 

The Mossimo Sonora flat sandal is the perfect spring/summer sandal, and here in Miami, the perfect all-year-round sandal. Luggage tan faux leather so it goes with everything, and the multi-color ethnic embroidered strap reminds me of the Mexican embroidered peasant tops I love so much and the super cute woven Wayuu mochila bags from Colombian that everyone’s sporting lately.

 

At $19.99, it’s pretty hard to pass these up. I tried them on and they are really comfy. They also come in black, but the tan one is the one to get and the one that’ll sell out, for sure. These would look great with denim shorts and a nice, crisp white tee. An inexpensive way to get a start on spring and summer 2014, and they'll make you smile every time you wear them. Run, don't walk, to get these babies.