Casual Friday

Doesn't this just look like the perfect outfit to garden in?? ;) Okay, just kidding - so don't mind our veggies in the background! We are doing casual summers at work - sooo nice to get to wear jeans every day! But that doesn't mean you can't look put together! Booties and a 3/4-sleeve top might seem weird in the summer, but the office is soooo cold. I almost have to dress the opposite of the season to be comfortable in there - I'm sure you can relate!
Now, I'm headed out for a little retail therapy to start my weekend off right. I need a cute pair of summer wedges - wish me luck!!

Goodnight Macaroon Top // Express Jeans // Mod Cloth Booties - mine are no longer available, but these are super cute and perfect for summer! // Armani Exchange Sunglasses // Essie "Peach Daiquiri" Polish

Summer Brights!

 

Today was sooooo dreary and rainy. It's been like that all week! So I definitely needed a little mid-week pick me up! This bright skirt did the trick. It feels so wonderful on and the color just makes you feel cheery. The coral lip balm to match my necklace and skirt - LOVE! Bonus: it has a great smell. Sadly the rain is not going away - which means tomorrow's outfit has to be bright too!

Chambray Top // Cynthia Rowley Skirt - no longer available; however, this Ted Baker skirt looks exactly the same, and check out more fun options here, here, and here! // My necklace was from a local shop in my hometown, but this Kate Spade necklace is a cute alternative // Target Bag - and comes with a bonus bag! // Pixi Lip Balm in Coral Crush

Summer Stripes

 

It's summer, and I am so excited! I decided to do a little photo shoot before heading out to an amusement park with the family...before the amusement park took its toll. Ha! Within minutes of being outside the hair immediately went into a bun and the sweat started pouring. But that didn't stop us from having a blast! FYI this room in my house is what I call the "vacation room." It's where all of our vacation souvenirs and beachy decor end up! It's nice to have a little getaway room in your house. :)

Victoria's Secret Muscle Tee - striped is out of stock but this tie-dye version is just as cute  // Victoria's Secret Bralette // Shorts // The tote was free at one time, but similar here // Nail Polish is Essie Turquoise and Caicos

Beach Dreamin'

Seeing everyone's amazing beach pics is getting me so excited to take my beach vacation this year!! I have to wait a little over a month, but until then I can daydream about my fave beach looks. I LOVE the above look - and it's all so affordable!! Minus the Kate Spade beach tote, but you have to have one splurge, right?? 

I'm obsessed with the color block bikini. I really need to break down and purchase one! And the fringe kimono is so fun. I can feel the ocean breeze and taste the pina colada already!

River Island swim suit top
$25 - riverisland.com

River Island strappy bikini bottom
$19 - riverisland.com

Beach wear
amazon.com

Kate Spade white tote bag
couture.zappos.com

Vans sunglasses
vans.com

J. Crew Stripes

This is one of those sweaters I could live in! It's soft, comfortable, and fits great. And these jeans....you'll probably see me wearing these jeans over and over and over. They're hands-down my favorite pair! This is one of my favorite relaxed looks. I hope you like it too!

Striped Sweater (here, here and here) // Similar Forever 21 Moto Jacket // Just Jeans Skinnies // Burgi Gold-Tone Watch // Similar sunglasses (here and here)

Red Ruffle Dress

I love this comfy red dress from GAP!! Every summer it's my go-to for something easy to throw on and head out the door. And as you can tell from this post and the previous zoo post, I'm loving my dark jean jacket and London Fog crossbody bag! I am also obsessed with the little gold necklace shown above. It goes with EVERYTHING! 

Similar red dress from Nordstrom  // Old Navy Jean Jacket // London Fog Crossbody Bag //  Necklace (here and here) // Similar sandals

I promise I'll get better at posting outfits that can actually be purchased! Gives me an excuse to go shopping!

Indianapolis Zoo

These pics were from a Saturday morning trip to the zoo! The weather was perfect for a cute sundress and jean jacket. I love early summer in Indiana!

Old Navy Jean Jacket // Dress is no longer available, but similar styles available here, here, and here! // Similar Belt  // Forever 21 Sandals // London Fog Crossbody Bag  // YSL Rouge Volupte Shine Lipstick in "Pink in Devotion"