We Can Make You Blush: The Latest Lela Color Story

From 9-5 to Happy Hour: The Blush Dress
In the store we call this the Magic Dress - it clings where it should cling and hides the things you want to hide! We get it periodically in many colors but when it came in pink I knew I had to feature it on the blog. I paired it with this delightful silk wrap and a pendant necklace from La Vie Parisienne. Ditch the wrap and go for drinks after work!

Formal With Fun Details: The Pleated Blush Top
This flowing, pleated top looks right at home tucked in - though you could also pair it untucked with a pair of tailored black slacks and a statement necklace, too. 

Picnic Perfect Tunic Top
Everything'll be coming up roses when you don this button-down top from Tulip. Delightful details of this particular paring include a contrast print in the collar and back pleat of the shirt and a lace back on the white denim jacket.

Something Subtler: Blush Accessories
Do you prefer your color as an accent rather than the main focus? Well, we've got plenty of pretty pink accessories to choose from if that's the case. 

So? Do we have you thinking pink? Let us know down below or on our Facebook page - we love to hear from you!

Lela 's Mothers' Day Gift Guide 2017

You know what's right around the corner... Mother's Day! A day to honor all of the amazing women who have raised and shaped us. Maybe you forgot it was so soon... maybe you haven't found the right gift. Don't worry - Lela's got you covered. And don't forget that we offer gift receipts - so even if she's not a fan, she can always come and shop for herself. Look below for our favorite picks!

Lulu's Petals

Lulu's Petals is a De Pere, WI-based jeweler named Staci Schemm who re-purposes vintage jewelry into new and totally unique pieces. She also has an Etsy and a Facebook page if you'd like to see more of her work!

Necklace, $98; earrings, $34

Necklace, $42; Earrings, $32

Earrings (from left to right): $42, $32, and $36; bracelet, $42; tassel necklace, $44

Diana Acuesta Designs

Diana Acuesta is a Portland, OR-based designer who has a more of a minimal design aesthetic. She employs delicate stones and beaten metal to create a simple but unique style that will appeal to many different people.

Brass collar, $72

Gold and silver hoops, $48

Green onyx necklace, $72; earrings, $48

Erstwilder

Erstwilder is a Melbourne, AU brand started by artist Louisa Camille whose layered resin pieces brighten up even the drabbest of days. Each collection is a limited run and each piece features a unique backstory on the inside of the box. 

Rock With You and Purple Rain pins - $38 each

All Erstwilder pieces come with a backstory. This one reads: "Adella The Elder: Daughter of the ocean. Princess of the seven seas. With beauty so rare she brings men to their knees. The cruelest among you would name her a tease." Adella the Elder pin, $38

The Big Bloom necklace, $42; earrings, $24

Make this Mother's Day a celebration of all women - moms, aunts, grandmas, women-owned businesses and women artists. 

Pssst - we're having a Customer Appreciation Night this Thursday, May 11th during which the entire store will be 25% off! It would be a great time to pick up your gifts for mom at a discounted price. RSVP on Facebook!

Derby Delights: Lela's Last Minute Derby Inspiration

The Kentucky Derby is right around the corner! Keep on reading if you need some outfit inspiration - or if you just appreciate fashion.

First up: this glorious floral frock! It's beautiful on its own but paired with the whimsical hat its even more fun. 

If you truly want to get in the Derby spirit, a statement hat is a must. What better than such a hat in the trendy blush pink? Hit two trends with one stylish stone when you pair it with an off-the-shoulder dress like the white one below.

We also pulled a few outfits together in the store (less official than the photoshoot above but still very fun!)

Are you going to a Derby Party? Maxie's Southern Comfort is having their 10th Annual Derby Day Party for Hunger Relief. The Third Ward's own Iron Horse is having a Talk Derby to Me Event too! What are your plans? Share down below or on our Facebook page.  And if you wear anything from Lela be sure to post it with the tag #shoplela so we can see it and swoon!