Bahamas Here We Come!

I'm super excited because tomorrow we fly out to Paradise Island in the Bahamas! I've never actually vacationed anywhere tropical. I think that's what happens when you live so close to the beach. Of course I've been all over Pinterest getting into vaca mode so while I'm packing I'll be daydreaming! Hopefully these photos will give you a little weekday wanderlust. 

Scroll down to see what I'll be cramming into my suitcase.

Are you feeling relaxed yet? Here's a look at what I'll be stuffing into my bag!

Lush Tulip Hem Maxi Dress in Ice Blue - $42

Chloe Bikini by Triangl Swimwear in Santa Rose Splash - $79

BP Cat Eye Sunglasses in Tortoise - $12

BP Straw Fedora - $18

Tarte Brazilliance Self Tanner - $54

Striped Tank Romper by Garage Clothing - $34.95

Gigi Sandals by Sam Edelman in Almond - $69.95

Ocean Air, Salty Hair Tank by Kelly Elizabeth Designs - $22

Free People Raw Hem Denim Cut Offs in Queen  - $68

White Straw Shopper Bag by H&M - $9.95

Our New Ocear Air, Salty Hair Tank!

Our new Ocean Air, Salty Hair tank is available now in our online store! It's the softest blend of cotton, polyester, and rayon. Wear this breezy racerback top with your boyfriend jeans, cut offs, or over your cute little bikini at the beach. It's the perfect go-to tank for summer!

Shop it here!!

(ocean air, salty hair tank: Kelly Elizabeth Designs; cut off denim shorts: Free People; sunglasses: Valentino - similar here, here, and here; necklace: Dogeared; lipstick: Golden Pink by Tarte Cosmetics)

Weekend Vibes

Happy Friday! How was your week? I've been feeling under the weather but there are so many projects I want to work on so I've been trying to suck it up with ridiculous amounts of echinacea and green tea. I finally got my office space all cute and organized so the last thing I want to do is spend my days in bed! Ain't nobody got time for that!

I love this Kate Spade Saturday bag! It was a sweet surprise from my mom for my birthday month! (We celebrate birthdays by the month in our family.) We're always keeping an eye out for things we think the other would like and this was such a great find! I love the casual and fun mix of leather and canvas and the pop of teal is so fresh and clean looking. The shoulder strap is so great when you're out running errands and you need your hands free to pick out the perfect strawberries at the farmer's market. I'm also loving these distressed jeans that were a total steal from the J. Crew outlet. They're so comfy and cute! They've been getting quite a lot of wear lately.

 

(black cat eye sunglasses: Valentino - similar here and here; white chiffon and jersey top: H&M - similar here and here; distressed skinny jeans: J. Crew Factory; teal leather and canvas bag: Kate Spade Saturday - similar here and here; nude patent sandals: Gigi by Sam Edelman; lipstick: Golden Pink by Tarte Cosmetics)

Black and White

It's mid-week already! How is everyone's week going? I've spent the last two days hardcore organizing my office and I'm exhausted but so much more relaxed because of it. I feel so much more efficient and at ease when things aren't piled up around me and I can actually see the tops of tables and shelves. I'll have to post some photos of my freshly organized workspace in case anyone else is in Spring cleaning mode and could use a little inspiration. 

On a completely unrelated note, something kind of funny happened over the weekend that I had to share. The building we live in has really limited parking so I went down to the security desk to get a parking pass for a guest and the guard looked at the calendar and said, "Hm, Friday the 13th is on a Monday this year." I smiled politely and said "Oh, really?" and went on my way but on the inside I was dying laughing! Chris is in Texas this week for work so I had to text him during his meeting on Monday and tell him Happy Friday the 13th.

Anyway, onto today's outfit! You might recognize this black lace and jersey top by Bailey 44 from our photo session in Paris. (The first of two posts is here if you need some hump day wanderlust.) It's so comfy and I love the draping and layering. I also find it super handy that the back is exactly the same as the front so if you're out on a date and you spill something you can always go to the bathroom and turn it around! You know I love a good pop of pink so I went for bright pink lip gloss and these bright pink satin Michael Antonio heels. 

black lace tank: Bailey 44 - similar here, here; white skinny jeans: Avedon by Citizens of Humanity; black quilted crossbody: Love by Rebecca Minkoff; pink satin heels: Lovina by Michael Antonio; lip gloss: Life of the Party by Bare Minerals)

Creme de la Creme

Happy Friday! This week has just flown by and I didn't make as much progress on my to-do list as I'd hoped. I can be pretty overly ambitious with the things I want to accomplish during the week. I have a feeling the next couple of weeks will be pretty similar stories! I have a special project coming up soon that I'll be shooting in my hometown with a friend and fellow soccer player from high school. I can't wait! The week after that, Chris and I will be jetting down to the Bahamas for a few days with his family! We're staying at Atlantis which means if you need me, I'll probably be going down the big slide for the 100th time! I'm counting the days!

Speaking of the Bahamas, I will definitely be packing these Free People shorts! I went into the Tampa store a few weeks ago and walked out with three pairs of their cut off denim shorts. They're so comfy and they come in great colors. I also love that they're longer in the back to give girls with a little more junk in the trunk some extra coverage. 

Hope your weekend is the creme de la creme!

(blush pink Creme de la Creme t-shirt: Signorelli - same tee in white here or similar long sleeve style here; cut off denim shorts: Free People; bag: Jules Satchel in Biscuit by Rebecca Minkoff; pink bow wedges: Valentino - similar here, here, and here; lipstick: Golden Pink by Tarte Cosmetics; nail color: Fiji by Essie)

Shopbop Sale!

It's that time again! Use the code Spring25 to receive 25% off of your entire purchase on Shopbop.com until April 9th at 11:59pm PT!

Here are some of my top picks:

Rebecca Minkoff Love Cross Body Bag • Rebecca Minkoff • $295
BCBGMAXAZRIA Kinsley Dress • BCBGMAXAZRIA • $368
Sam Edelman Gigi Sandals • Sam Edelman • $70
Bop Basics Mini Tote Bag • Bop Basics • $90
Kate Spade New York Gayla Sunglasses • Kate Spade • $145
Rebecca Minkoff Georgina Studded Sandals • Rebecca Minkoff • $125
AIR by alice + olivia Roll Sleeve Tunic Dress • Alice + Olivia • $165
Citizens of Humanity Avedon Skinny Jeans • Citizens of Humanity • $168
One Teaspoon Hendrix Bandit Shorts • One Teaspoon • $99
One Teaspoon The Beauty Bandits Shorts • One Teaspoon • $108
Rebecca Minkoff Avery Cross Body Bag • Rebecca Minkoff • $175
Kate Spade New York Cedar Street Monday Cross Body Bag • Kate Spade • $198

Citizens of Humanity Emerson Slim Boyfriend Jeans • Citizens of Humanity • $278
For Love & Lemons San Marcos Mini Dress • For Love & Lemons • $194
ONE by Hunter Bell Katie Jumpsuit • $152–177
Blank Denim Distressed Skinny Jeans • Blank • $88
Free People Irreplaceable Cutoff Shorts • Free People • $68
Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAC Cross Body Bag • Rebecca Minkoff • $195
Rebecca Minkoff Sava T Strap Jelly Sandals • Rebecca Minkoff • $98
KG Kurt Geiger Haze Mesh Sandals • Kurt Geiger • $225
Kate Spade New York Classic Nylon Catie Tote • Kate Spade • $158
Steven Rykie Suede Single Band Sandals • Steven • $109
Kate Spade New York Aisha Sunglasses • Kate Spade • $145

Birthday Sparkle!

Last Monday was my birthday and I wanted to share my very sparkly outfit with you! I bought this sequin front tank with a grosgrain ribbon a million years ago from Kohls. It's from the Simply Vera by Vera Wang line and it's one of my most treasured tops! It was such a steal and I've seen it for sale on eBay and Poshmark if you're looking to snag this exact top for your closet. It looks far more expensive than it ever was which is the best thing ever! It's the most comfortable thing and I love the ribbon that cinches your waist. Of course I accessorized with my new birthday bag and my beloved Kate Spade lovely heels.

(sequin front top: Simply Vera by Vera Wang - similar here, here, here, and here; black pants: Paige Denim - similar here; black satin bow heels: Lovely by Kate Spade; black quilted crossbody bag: Love by Rebecca Minkoff; lip color: Mistress lipstick by Buxom Cosmetics)

Striped Chic

It's Friday! I'm feeling sassy and what's sassier than faux leather leggings? These Hue leggings are awesome - they're cozy and they have back pockets so I don't feel like I'm overexposed in the back. After all, tights are not pants. (Blair Waldorf is my spirit animal!) Since faux leather is a bit on the wild side, at least for me, I wanted to keep everything else pretty classic. I'm obsessed with this Rebecca Minkoff crossbody bag! Such a great birthday present from my sweet husband! I love the black hardware - it takes this timeless style and gives it a bit of an edge. I'm also loving these Delilah d'Orsay pumps by Sam Edelman. They're really comfortable and they're super flattering on your feet.

Enjoy the holiday weekend!

(blue and white striped top: Target - similar here, here, here and here; black faux leather leggings: Hue - similar here; black quilted crossbody bag: Love by Rebecca Minkoff; black suede pumps: Delilah d'Orsay by Sam Edelman; lipstick: Mistress by Buxom Cosmetics)