Hello, Again!

I just wanted to let you ALL know, if you want to join our preferred email list for all the latest info from our store, The Colorful Gator, email us at colorfulgator@yahoo.com OR leave your email on our Facebook page!

You won't regret it!

;)

xxTCG

White Posts of the Past

Here are some favorite posts from the past with white!! Click the links to see more!

Butterfly Kisses: The Reeve Dress

Shaken Not Stirred: The Sherman Dress Caftan

Shaken Not Stirred: Elsa Top




Shaken Not Stirred: Brileigh Top (and white capris!)

Shaken, Not Stirred: White Dresses

So the dress's name is Wilma however there is nothing stone age about it! (Get it? Wilma..The Flintstones?!) Anyways, this happenin' halter dress has great eyelet detail and is so flattering! Gone away are the myths that you can't look slimming and sleek in white! That's right ladies...white is the new black! When it comes to a halter, sometime I like the leave the neck bare, and stack bangles and bracelets up or wear a big statement piece cocktail ring. Leaving the neck bare enhances the dress and doesn't distract from how pretty you look in it!


Another great cut for any body type is the Betsey! Who doesn't like a cute strapless dress? The possibilities with this are truly endless. Throw a sweater on with it, or a light denim jacket with the sleeves rolled up.

And my ideas don't stop there...BELT IT! I love a belt over a sweater, to tie in a look. Play with color, since the dress is white. One of my favorite looks is a white dress I have, with a black and white zebra sweater over it and a braided pink belt. The belt has brown leather at the ends and a gold buckle. Mixing a little black and brown like that surprisingly works! I always get complements in that look.

The versatile Bowen dress...it's the totally fuss-free. And what do I mean by that? The straps are removable! You can wear it as a strapless dress is you like, but if you always find yourself messing around with your tops and pulling up your strapless dress, just keep these straps on!! Make it more sophisticated with fun gemstone sandals or colorful heels. This dress would look great with a chunky cool necklace too — touches like that will make the dress look less Sesame Street and more Sex and the City!


So which do YOU like best: the Wilma, the Betsey or the Bowen?

White Out Week!

Get excited!!! This week is WHITE OUT WEEK on the blog! We're going to discuss, dresses, accessories, styling options and more!

Have any questions about how to wear white? ASK THEM ON OUR FACEBOOK PAGE! We're answering your questions ALL this week!

And don't forget to SHOP out favorite white Lilly looks HERE!

xxTCG

Happy Hour: Green Apple and Pear Daiquiri

Some of my best friends recently got back from a month long adventure abroad in Italy. Besides for being insanely jealous, I've enjoyed looking through their pictures and hearing about their trip! One of my friends said she tried a Green Apple and Pear Daiquiri and it was heavenly, so taking her word for it, here it is, friends!! You can bet I'll be mixing this later today!

Here it is:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of ice
• 3 canned pear halves (8.5 ounces) drained and semi-frozen
  
• 3 ounces of white rum
• 2 ounces of Apple Schnapps
  
• Lime juice (just one lime needed!)
• 1 teaspoon of superfine sugar

And here's what to do with it all:

Simply put everything in a blender until it's all blended and smooth. Then it's ready to drink!

As always, relax but be responsible!!

Nautical Notes

As you can probably tell...we can't get enough of the Summer 2011 line! We just love it! And we just love the glorious sun that has been gracing (most of!) the country!

Now who could imagine a world without music? Not me! That would just be torturous! In any case, I've compiled a playlist, inspired by summer! From the relaxing by the ocean waves to roadtripping on the wide open road, this playlist is soaked with summer fun.

Just click HERE!

What are YOUR favorite summer songs?

Could Ya'll Just be Dears And...

Hi Lilly Lovers,

I first and foremost want to thank you so very much for following the blog and checking in on us. We truly love doing this and are so happy it's taken off! I just have one little tiny teeny favor to ask all of you:

I am asking on behalf of myself and my work for the store, that if you use any of my graphics or work on this blog or our Facebook page, that you please credit me and the store. I love doing this, but I work hard to do this (among other things!) and it's sad when I see other people copy my work or try to pass it off as their own.

So if ya'll could be dears and please please credit anything you take (from here and elsewhere!) that would be much appreciated!

XOXO,

Lauren Alexa Gonzalez

Shaken, Not Stirred: Summer Skirts

Most Lilly-lovers will attest to a love for preppy fashion. I know I have an affinity for it! Preppy style has it's classic color combinations and it's timeless rules. But let's re-cap Lilly Pulitzer's story. I'm gonna have to say breaking the rules, has risk but yields great reward.

This summer, I want to challenge you to break some rules with some of the FAB skirts from the summer line!

The Roslyn is such a great fit. It's usually seen like a polo, or solid v-neck tee but I love the idea of juxtaposing the tradition skirt with a modern top. Go for the Wynne top! Pick a color that isn't dominating, so it draws something new from the print

This Roslyn skirt is PERFECT for the Fourth of July...a must-have!!

The Avery is just made to match your favorite espadrilles. Seriously, I love this skirt. It looks fabulous on everyone! Since it has a paper bag waist-cinching, it's best to keep your more fitted. If it's not completely sweltering outside, try a cute quarter-sleeved tshirt. Anything in the cotton slub material is perfect!

The Jarvey skort rightfully popular. It's short and flirty and when it's hot, it's perfect with the Heather tank. With this skirt, there's some rules you CAN NOT break.

Because of the short hemline, keep your sandals flat. Espadrilles, wedges and pumps are a no-no! Plunging necklines are also taboo.
Plunging necklaces and colorful bangles, however, are a MUST. With the Jarvey, go the extra mile in accessories.


Also, don't be afraid to pair a striped or gingham shirt with a printed skirt or skort. As long as the colors coordinate and you don't clutter the look with too much jewelry, this look is daring, but darling! Example: Try the Jonni gingham short sleeve shirt (shown at the very top with white pants) with the "Classic White Had Me a Blast" Jarvey. Keep shoes neutral, jewelry minimal and throw a solid colored sweater over your shoulders in case you get chilly!

Say That Again, Kate?

Sweet Summertime