Orla Kiely Bunch of Stems on Sale

The first sale of Orla Kiely's relaunched website started this week. Included in this sale are the Bunch of Stems printed bags and wallets, which are available in a Forest and Plum colorway. The Bestie Backpack and Watson Messenger are also available in multi versions, which joins the Bunch of Stems print with the Mini Stem Garden and Classic Stem - quite the busy combination! According to the website, this collection was "designed especially for the 'A Life in Pattern' exhibition, the Bunch of Stems print is a celebration of Orla's most iconic motif."

Bestie Backpack

£77.50 (£155)

Buddy Small Backpack

£70 (£140)

Classic Shoulder Bag

£77.50 (£155)

Forget Me Not Big Wallet £40 (£80) || Frankie Foldout Wallet £37.50 (£75)

Midi Crossbody £77.50 (£155) || Mini Crossbody £70 (£140)

Small Enough Crossbody

£55 (£110)

Stevie Satchel

£72.50 (£145)

Watson Messenger

£75 (£150)

Orla Outfit of the Day: Summer

OOOTD:

Madewell Ruffled Crochet Sweater Tank (previously worn here)

Maeve Buttondown Chino Skirt

Anthropologie Polka Dot Belt

Elle Farley Sandals (previously worn here)

Orla Kiely Iris Bag in Candy (previously worn here)

Orla Kiely Flower Pop Watch

Orla Kiely Flora Ring

Summer vacation has been off to a great start for me! I love this time of year where I get to spend more time with my kids. If you're also a fellow teacher, cheers to another successful school year and I hope you are enjoying this much-deserved time off :) 

Orla Kiely SS19: Linear Stem

The Linear Stem in Liquorice first debuted in Fall/Winter 2015, but there are a few new changes to this collection. First up is the Holmes Baby Backpack, which includes a lot of nice features you would expect from a baby bag - large interior space, changing mat, and two side exterior pockets ideal for holding bottles. I love this design and have been looking for a new baby bag and this one could also double up as a gym bag.

The Small Enough Crossbody is also a nice update from the Travel Pouch - there is a larger depth and it also has an adjustable strap, convenient for when you want to wear the bag shorter on your shoulder or longer as a crossbody.

And lastly, there's the addition of the Handy Pouch, which would make a nice pencil case or catchall for your purse.

Small Enough Crossbody £110 || Orlaboard Cabin Case £220 || Handy Pouch £45 || Midi Crossbody £155

Bestie Backpack £155 || Forget Me Not Big Wallet £80 || Holmes Baby Backpack £160 || Boxer Small Holdall £45

Holmes Baby Backpack || Small Enough Crossbody || Bestie Backpack || Midi Crossbody || Boxer Small Holdall

Orla Outfit of the Day: Patchwork

OOOTD:

Mossimo Supply Co. Lace Crop Top

Madewell x The New Denim Project Patchwork Skirt

Sam & Libby Kamilla Sandals (previously worn here)

Orla Kiely Stem Printed Leather Iris Bag (previously worn here)

Tiffany & Co. Mini Double Heart Tag Pendant

A midi skirt and crop top is most often my outfit of choice. I recently picked up this patchwork midi skirt on major sale from Madewell, although it's practically ankle-length on my 5'3" frame. I still love it, though, and plan on wearing it a ton this summer!

My super funny daughter also jumped in front of the camera for her own outfit of the day, so here ya go! :)

OOTD:

Miffy Pink Cap-Sleeve Top

Old Navy Linen-Blend Elasticized-Waist Shorts

Orla Kiely SS19: Mini Stem Garden

The SS19 Mini Stem Garden print is available in a Berry and Emerald colorway on woven fabric with a water-resistant interior coating. This Kitchen Sink Tote is my favorite style from this collection!

Run Around Crossbody £115 || Paddington Large Holdall £155 || Everyday Satchel £120 || 9 to 5 Work Bag £145

Max Backpack £125 || Forget Me Not Big Wallet £75 || Orlaboard Cabin Case £215 || Kitchen Sink Tote £110

Everyday Satchel || 9 to 5 Work Bag || Paddington Large Holdall

Run Around Crossbody || Max Backpack || Kitchen Sink Tote

Everyday Satchel £120 || 9 to 5 Work Bag £145 || Forget Me Not Big Wallet £75 || Paddington Large Holdall £155

Kitchen Sink Tote £110 || Orlaboard Cabin Case £215 || Run Around Crossbody £115 || Max Backpack £125

Run Around Crossbody || Max Backpack || Paddington Large Holdall

Everyday Satchel || Kitchen Sink Tote || 9 to 5 Work Bag 

Orla Kiely SS19: Flower Tile

The SS19 Flower Tile print is available in a Duck Egg colorway of blues and greens (wouldn't this make an awesome backsplash or even tiles for a bathroom floor?!) These pieces are made of textured vinyl with a grey Twin Stem print lining, with leather trims on the handbags.

Big Enough Crossbody £135 || Luggage Tag £25 || Watson Messenger £170

Victoria Medium Holdall £175 || Make It Up Cosmetic Bag £65 || Willow Small Messenger £155

Forget Me Not Big Wallet £85 || Orlaboard Cabin Case £230 || Passport Cover £35

And because I love that they do model shots with the bags now, I'm going to try to include them in these posts as I find that they are so helpful when deciding which bag style will work for you.

Big Enough Crossbody || Victoria Medium Holdall || Willow Small Messenger || Watson Messenger

Orla Outfit of the Day: Golden

OOOTD:

Weston Wear Tulip Lace Shell

J. Crew Factory Scalloped Sidewalk Skirt in Golden Straw

Elle Farley Sandals

Orla Kiely Daisy Necklace

Orla Kiely Daisy Ring

Orla Kiely Square Flower Applique Square Poppy Bag (SS16 Collection)

This J. Crew skirt combines two things that I love - scallops and mustard yellow. However, upon wearing this outfit I came to the conclusion that I'm definitely a midi-skirt girl through and through. While this is hardly the mini-est of mini skirts, I found myself wishing it was just a tad bit longer. Oh well, it's still nice to add a bit of variety to my midi-skirt-filled wardrobe and the shorter length on this skirt will make it a great staple for the hot summer months ahead.

Nail polish color: Ciate Sugar Plum

Something to note about this necklace if you're considering it - it's quite long! I was under the impression that it was the same length as the Daisy Chain Flower Pendant, but it sits much lower and there's no way to adjust the chain. For me, that does limit the possibilities of outfits I could pair this necklace with, but I still love the design and am glad I have it in my collection.

Orla Kiely for Danone Light & Free Yogurt Part 2

Danone Light and Free Pomaberry Yogurt

Orla Kiely has once again teamed up with Danone Light & Free Yogurt (see last year's debut here). Her Sunset Flower print is seen on their Fab Fig n' Honey yogurt in a pink and purple colorway that coordinates nicely with the featured fruit. These adorable cups of yogurt are available in 4-packs and can be purchased at Tesco stores. 

Meet Orla Kiely at Dovecot Studios

Orla Kiely's A Life in Pattern exhibition is currently being held at Dovecot Studios through June 2019, and now you can meet the designer herself when she partners with John Lewis stylists to talk about interior design. The event will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2019 from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Tickets are £16.58 and are available for purchase here, which includes entry into the exhibition as well as a time following the event to get posters and books signed by Orla Kiely. 

What an amazing event this will be! I would be SO thrilled for the opportunity to meet my all-time favorite designer, but unfortunately will not be able to attend this event as it is in Edinburgh. I'm keeping my fingers crossed, though, that the exhibit will make its way to the US soon, along with a meet-and-greet with Orla Kiely herself! 

Orla Outfit of the Day: Yay Crochet

OOOTD:

Madewell Ruffle Crochet Sweater Tank

J. Crew Petite 10" Higher-Rise Toothpick Jean in Medium Indigo Wash with Rip and Repair (previously worn here)

Birkenstock Florida Flora Sandals in Meadow Flowers Beige

Anthropologie Polka Dot Belt

Orla Kiely Punched Pocket Leather Robin Bag in Marshmallow (SS17 Collection)

Orla Kiely Flower Pop Watch

Orla Kiely Flora Ring

This Madewell crochet tank is probably one of my all-time favorite pieces in my wardrobe. When I first saw it in store, I immediately put it on my wish list and purchased it as soon as it went on sale. I can see myself pairing it with so many outfits, from jeans to midi skirts. The combo sweater-tank makes this great to wear year-round as well.

I have also been loving these J. Crew jeans lately - I'm always a sucker for distressed denim and the button-fly is on trend. 

Nail polish color: Ciate Sugar Plum

Just a few more days and then I'm officially on summer vacation! Hope everyone had a great start to their week :)

I Heart Orla Kiely

The I Heart Orla Kiely print made its debut today! This collection features four pieces in a black nylon water-resistant finish with leather accents and of course, the adorable I Heart OK design with a rainbow background. I am so in love with this collection and I want every piece!

Zita Medium Backpack

£125

I have been wanting a new backpack either for the gym or to use as a diaper bag, and this one is so perfect!

Rhona Crossbody

£95

If I had to pick a favorite from this collection it would have to be the Rhona Crossbody. I had been looking forward to this bag since I saw it in the Autumn/Winter 2018 Lookbook and I'm so glad it's finally available. I love the updated adjustable leather strap, which is also removable so you can wear it as a clutch as shown in the product shots below.

Flo Tote

£75

  

Mika Flat Wallet

£65

There will probably never be another design more fitting for me considering I created a blog and Instagram simply because, I love Orla Kiely :)