The Easter vigil mass last night was beautiful. The past few years, I have felt like Easter came way too quickly and I didn't have a chance to truly fulfill my Lenten resolutions or prepare my heart. This year wasn't really an exception, but instead of feeling disappointed, I tried to recognize the small strides that I did make this Lent and also have a prayerful Holy Week. I spent some time alone in front of the tabernacle this week, and I experienced a peace that I haven't felt for a while (things have been way too hectic lately). Stephen and I were also able to go to mass and confession one night which was just what my soul needed. The priest saying mass that night made an analogy that I loved: he said that just as the sun lights the moon, we need to allow Christ's light to be reflected in us. And on another side note, the priest and I started to talk about medical school in confession; it turns out that his sister is a high-risk specialist OB-GYN (so a sign that I should do OB? I hope so).
The temperature hit a whopping 40 degrees yesterday, which meant that I could forego my normally obligatory sweater tights for more respectable pantyhose (I took things a little too far today though and wore flats with no socks, ending up with snow in between my bare toes). I think the colors of my outfit slightly resemble an Easter egg, but I still love it... I can't think of a better combo than mint and peachy pink (and lace!)
Cardi: thrifted
Lace top: J. Crew Factory
Necklace: Loft
Mint skirt: J. Crew Factory
Since we went to the Vigil last night, I wore a more casual outfit for Easter brunch and dinner today. Easter and spring are an excuse to pull out all the pretty pinks and pastels that I have in my closet (I could really use less of those colors, more neutrals) and I'm not complaining.
Scarf: Etsy
Pink blazer: J. Crew clearance; similar here
Jeans: Loft outlet
Happy Easter! I hope that it was beautiful and blessed.
Linking up of course with the ladies at Fine Linen and Purple along with Grace and Plane Pretty.
I love the pastels! It feels like spring!
ReplyDeleteOur snow is almost gone in our little corner of Michigan (we only have piles left from plows) and I tried heels today instead of my normal snowy weather boots. I ended up wishing for flats because heels plus toddler hauling were not as sensible as they seemed when I tried them on!
I LOVE both of these outfits!!!! They're super, super cute!
ReplyDeleteLove both outfits! The pastels are so pretty, & the lace top = gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI really like both outfits, but am loving that pink blazer! Super cute!
ReplyDeletei love your pastel look for easter!!
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Sandy
Sandy a la Mode
super cute! love both outfits! Just popped over from Jenny's link up! :D
ReplyDeleteSo pretty, Erika! I LOVE the mint and peach combo in your Mass outfit, and it's consoling to know I wasn't the only one who ditched tights and socks in the name of Spring, only to regret it later =) Happy Easter!
ReplyDeleteLove both outfits! Very spring-y and pretty. I especially love and covet that pink blazer--particularly the price. ;)
ReplyDeleteYou are a breath of fresh spring air! I reeeeeeally love that first look. And, of course, your happy blazer was a steal.
ReplyDeleteSuch pretty pastels! Perfect for Easter :)
ReplyDeleteI wore pale colors for easter too and I've been looking for a pink blazer! so cute!
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Method Clothe
Loving the pale colors with the lace accent. That green skirt is so beautiful. I also love the pop of hot pink with the jacket and jeans look. Happy, Happy Easter Erica!! Blessings and Grace to you and those you love!!
ReplyDeleteThe blazer scarf combo is so cute, I never would have though to combine the two! Visiting from Plane Pretty's Style Sunday. ♥alycia of cupofting.com
ReplyDeletePerfectly Easter! Love the pastels!
ReplyDeleteI love the pastels in the first outfit. The peach and the mint go perfectly together!
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