Hello, monogram tote bag of my dreams! Soft leather, the perfect cognac color, the cutest monogram option and of course my must-have staple…a detachable shoulder strap! Madewell, you’ve done it again and I am so happy you did. 😉
tote – c.o. MADEWELL / top – MADEWELL (wearing XS) / jeans – MADEWELL (order a size down, these run big!) / shoes – SOLE SOCIETY / scarf – MADEWELLÂ (vintage gold color)Â / sunglasses – CELINE
Do you ever scroll around Pinterest and find yourself re-pinning the SAME item over and over? That’s me when it comes to Levi’s cutoff shorts…I feel like I can always find the perfect inspiration shot online, but when it comes to finding a perfect fit for these things, that’s the tough part! Too short, too long, too tight, too much booty showing – you know what I mean? Buuut then I did some Internet searching (…or more like I clicked on every cutoff Levi’s shorts image on Pinterest…*Insert face-palm here*) and it finally led me to an Etsy store that cuts CUSTOM Levi’s shorts made to your measurements! Not going to lie, I did an actual happy dance when I put these cute cutoffs on…never have I ever loved a pair of Levi’s shorts so much!
A big thank you to Etsy for sponsoring this post! All opinions are my own.
Aaand just like that, fall is upon us! Though I am soaking up these beautiful summer days, I can’t help but get SO excited for fall weather…which brings about cozy cardigans, backless loafers and one of my weaknesses…jeans! I’ve been searching for a new pair of perfect distressed skinnies that have some stretch and a lower rise (sometimes you just need a break from high-rise, ya know?) and lemme tell ya, THESE are magical!
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jeans – AJ JEANS / tank top – TOPSHOP / cardigan – FREE PEOPLE / shoes – similar SAM EDELMAN / sunglasses – similar NORDSTROM
A big thank you to Nordstrom for sponsoring this post! All opinions are my own.
Do you ever get really stressed out, close your eyes and pretend you’re somewhere else? Not going to lie, I catch myself playing this little daydream game every week. When I close my eyes I am always on a beach, the sun is warming my skin and the sound of waves crashing washes all my troubles away. In this daydream I am sipping on a very strong tropical cocktail (tequila is most definitely involved), rocking some diva-sized sunglasses, a big floppy hat and reading a breezy beach novel. And above all? Feeling rested and at peace. I call this weekly daydream my “escape.”
Last week my daydream became a reality – for four glorious days I was living my best life in paradise: happy, relaxed, often a little tipsy (I mean…when you’re at an all-inclusive…), soaking up some much needed girlfriend time and grateful to have a  b r e a k  from my agenda and email inbox. I have been so fortunate to have an incredible summer filled with amazing trips and adventures – but there is nothing like a true beach vacation…where the purpose is to recenter, refresh and relax. And that is exactly what we did!
I had the absolute pleasure of working with the renowned Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Resort to soak up a getaway in Cabo with my bestie Veronica (thanks Vron for snapping my outfit pics on this trip – you rock!)…and let’s just say it was pretty darn magical! Though I grew up vacationing in Mexico often, I had never been to Cabo (we always went to Cancun when I was younger). Cabo was absolutely stunning and more lovely than I ever could have imagined – the people, the food, the scenery (!!)…you name it, it was awesome.
Sharing more about our trip + outfit details right this way…
Hey gals! I’m finally back in action after a few days in Mexico…felt so nice to step away from my laptop for a bit and soak up some r&r! Pardon my radio silence over here – hopefully you’ve been following along with my on Instagram for more day-to-day happenings. 🙂 PS. If you have any questions about our time in Cabo San Lucas, please leave ’em in the comments section below!
Aaand back to reality I go! 😉 Let’s talk about this darling little button front dress! (…and the shoes and handbag, of course…)
dress – TOPSHOP (wearing US4 – this brand runs small!) / shoes – JEFFREY CAMPBELL (nearly identical version HERE if sold out in your size!) / handbag – GUCCIÂ (bigger option HERE) / sunglasses – RAY BAN
Hey ladies, how’s your week going? I spent the morning packing for my next trip…headed to Cabo On Wednesday!! My galpal Veronica and I are excited to visit an all-inclusive resort for a few days (I’ll share more on my Instagram feed, fear not!)…doing our best to soak up the final weeks of summer…and a girls trip + beach vacay is never a bad way to end! 😉 Aside from that, I’ve been mapping out my September schedule and ACL is definitely on the agenda! Festival season is in full swing, so I’ve been on the hunt for breezy dresses, cutoff shorts and ankle booties that I can wear from summer, into fall and on the festival grounds. And as you probably guessed it, this ADORABLE little dress most definitely makes the cut!
dress – c.o. URBAN OUTFITTERS/ handbag – Â FRYE / shoes – similar TOMS / sunglasses – RAY BAN / hat – BRIXTON
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I’ve had quite a few requests to style a workwear look, so today is all about THE perfect black trousers you can wear from work to play. When I think of brands that offer beautiful workwear that makes you feel feminine and gorgeous, Banana Republic is at the top of the list. They carry such an array of options, from workwear to casual weekend styles, and always top-notch quality. You can never go wrong reaching for a textured top, go-to black pants (these are SO flattering) and a fabulous pair of strappy heels, so today I am thrilled to partner with Banana Republic and spill the details on this chic, ready-for-the-office look!
Psst…Banana Republic is running a major 40% off sale right now! Yep, that means my entire look is on MAJOR markdown. Use code BRSURPRISE at checkout, yay!
PANTS (run big, order full size down) / TOP (wearing XS) / SHOES (similar) / HANDBAG (similar, mine is old!)
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A big thank you to Banana Republic for sponsoring this post! All opinions are my own.
Hello friends & happy Monday! It’s been a few weeks since I’ve written a blog post in the comfort of my own home, sipping coffee on my sofa with music going on the record player…and man, it feels SO good! I forgot how much I love being at home…I tend to go stir crazy and often am super pumped to get out of the house (since I work from home)…but after being gone on and off for over a month, I could not be more content to be back! Blake and I have some fun home renovation projects in the works (…can’t wait to share more with y’all VERY soon, eek!), so in the midst of combatting jetlag, spending time with friends/family and doing mountains of laundry (a 16-day trip = holy crap, so much laundry…ah!), we’ve been wearing our hardhats as we get to work on a special project. (Stay tuned on my Instagram, sharing the news this week!).
Now that we’ve got a brief life update out of the way…! 😉 I’m super excited to share today’s summery look, featuring one of my favorite color combinations: yellow and cognac – such a complimentary duo! Aaand if you’re in Austin, you’ll know it’s been over 100 degrees the majority of the summer, sooo a breezy mini skirt and off shoulder top is a total DO to beat the heat (…and look/feel pretty darn fabulous at the same time!).
top – MADEWELL / skirt – TOPSHOP (similar, mine sold out – same brand!) / shoes – c.o. FRYE (on sale yayy!) / belt – MADEWELL / handbag – CHLOE / sunglasses – RAY BAN
We’re about to pack our bags to head home today, but I wanted to take a minute and share this NSale sweater with y’all because it’s selling quick! Seriously…is this not the perfect cozy sweater for a cooler summer night? (…At the beach or lake…clearly not in the 107 degree Austin weather right now, ha!)… and even more amazing as a go-to fall knit. On sale for $64, regularly priced at $98 – available in more color options, too! I’m wearing size XS for reference. 🙂 Enjoy the sale shopping, ladies!
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sweater – FREE PEOPLE (wearing size XS) / jeans – MADEWELL (order one size down, they run big – I’m normally a 25 and the 24 fit better!) / shoes – NORDSTROM (mine are old) / handbag – MADEWELL / sunglasses – similar TORY BURCH
Hey ladies! Currently writing this post from the cutest little coffeehouse in Edinburgh, Scotland (the spot is called Brew Lab if you’re interested – it’s adorable!). Blake and I woke up early to soak up the final day of our European/UK getaway and we decided to get in some quality internet time this AM, ha! Seriously…we never appreciated having good internet access until it was basically nonexistent for the past two weeks…feels SO good to sip my cappuccino, eat a donut (ya know how vacay goes…gotta indulge!) and do some internet perusing. And of cooourse that led me to scope out what’s left in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale! Thus, sharing 15 items that I either own and loooove or currently have on my wish list once I return home. Enjoy, XOXO!
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Ps. Items are selling like hot cakes…If you are on the fence about something, I recommend ordering now and if all else fails, return later (just to make sure you get it before it’s gone!). Nordies = free returns + free shipping…aka no guilt shopping! 😉