When trying something different goes right

Sometimes my outfits can be so matchy-matchy. I can have a hard time putting together an outfit that includes more than two colors. Most of the time, in an effort to always look crisp and cohesive, I pair black with a pop of color. Sometimes it's just black and white, and other times it's more colorful. 

But when I was putting together this outfit, I was looking for a way to break my normal pattern. And since summer is here (yay!), it's the perfect time to experiment with your personal style.

Take this outfit: I've got on a knitted, beige tank, white denim pants and blue denim sandals. It's not matchy at all, but it still works. Putting together these kinds of outfits takes time and thought. It won't just happen!

Melony Melrose X Target Swim 2016

I know it’s only February, but it’s not too early to start planning for the best season of the year. Summer will be here in no time and I won’t be caught unprepared. I’ve teamed up with Target to showcase some of the swimsuits from their new summer line. Check it out below!

Because it’s so important to cherish summer months, I’m not letting anything come in between me and hanging at the beach—not even my swimsuit insecurities.

Whether you’re self-conscious about stretch marks, weight or body type, don’t let it hold you back from joining your friends and family at the pool or beach this summer. You’ll be able to catch me at the beach playing volleyball with my friends rocking my Target suits. I don’t want to miss out and you shouldn’t either!

So I’m taking a #NOFOMO pledge, and I’m inviting you to take it with me!

Target has a variety of swimsuits available—ones for all body types—that come in different colors and styles. There’s truly a suit for everyone. In case you’re worried about one fitting right, don’t! Target has free shipping and a flexible return policy that lets you try as many suits as you need.

Share your #NOFOMO pledge and join me and hundreds of other women who are determined to overcome their insecurities and have a fabulous summer.

Join the conversation on Instagram and Twitter using #SwimTarget2016 and #TargetStyle.

{ Photography: Natalie Craig }

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Summer Wish List

As summer approaches, the need for new seasonal pieces arises and puts fashionistas like me into a shopping frenzy. Because shoes and handbags become staples in any wardrobe, having just the right ones is important.

Here are just some of the items I'd like to get before summer is in full swing. All of these pieces are black or white, making them them basic essentials that will go with just about everything.

Vince Camuto—'Vamela' Open Toe Leather Bootie $111.16

Tory Burch—Miller Sandal $195.00

Marc by Marc Jacobs—Color Clock Square Sunglasses $130.00

Marc by Marc Jacobs—Ligero Hobo $428.00

Tory Burch—Reva Clutch $350.00

So this last item is not a handbag or a pair of sandals, but still necessary for my lazier summer days.

Sony—32" R420B Series LED HDTV $279.99