Ric Rac Comeback

Happy Monday Loves!! I had a crazy busy, but extremely exciting and fun weekend. We celebrated my best friend's birthday, and two of our other good friends got engaged!! We were able to be there to watch the proposal and celebrate with everyone after, and it was such a heart-warming experience to see our friends so incredibly happy.

In other news, I found this A D O R A B L E Who What Wear dress at Target recently. I'm loving the ric rac detailing - it reminds me of the 90's! I decided to go down a size to an extra small - I would recommend doing the same since there is a lot of material! This is such a flattering piece that can be dressed up or down by changing up your accessories. I recently wore this to an outdoor wedding reception, and then wore it the next week to run errands! AND the price tag definitely won't hurt your wallet. Happy shopping Loves! xoxo

Dress: Who What Wear

Bag: Michael Kors (Similar here, here and here)

Shoes: Jessica Simpson (Similar here, here and here)

Necklace: Designs by FMC (Similar here)

Bracelet: Kendra Scott (Similar here)

Watch: Movado

Love for Linen

Happy Sunday! I hope everyone is enjoying their holiday weekend! It has been crazy busy over here between getting together with friends and starting to pack for our trip to Europe next week! I'm so stressed about packing though. Does this happen to anyone else?! What are some of your travel secrets to staying sane right before a trip? I always feel like I'm going to forget something. Ahh!

Anyway, I wanted to share this adorable midi dress with you guys today! There's just something about a linen dress that feels SO summer, and the material is light and airy on top of that to help keep you cool on those super hot days! I love how the midi length balances out the cutout waist - proportion is key when playing with cutouts like this, and this dress from Tobi (www.tobi.com) is actual perfection! I accessorized with some pops of pink to make my look a little more playful. I bought these shoes in multiple colors because they are so incredibly comfortable, and can we also talk about how cute this clutch is?! I'll definitely have these on repeat this summer. Happy shopping loves! xoxo

Dress: Tobi

Bag: STEVEN by Steve Madden (similar here, here and here)

Shoes: Steve Madden (Similar here, here and here)

Sunnies: Laundry -- Old Style (Similar here, here and here)

Bracelets: Alex and Ani

LWD: Little White Dress

The little white dress, or LWD as I like to call it, is a summer staple that should be hanging in your closet and ready to go at any moment. Is this really just a summer staple though? Not in my book. The days of only wearing white between Memorial Day and Labor Day are over - I break this rule all the time! There's just something about a white dress that gives off a fresh and cheery vibe, no matter what time of year it is worn. This gorgeous little number from Tobi (www.tobi.com) goes above and beyond though. I'm absolutely loving the floral lace and ladder detailing - it truly takes this dress to the next level! I accessorized with super fun beaded and tassel drop earrings (these are super lightweight and can be worn all day long!) and sparkly block heels - no necklace needed for this dress because of the keyhole silhouette. What summer staples do you swear by? Have you found your go-to LWD?! Leave a comment below! Happy shopping loves! xoxo

Dress: Tobi

Earrings: SUGARFIX by BaubleBar

Shoes: Betsey Johnson (similar here and here)

Bracelets: Alex and Ani

Clutch: Old Style (similar here, here, here and here)

Grecian Vibes

Off shoulder everything has been HUGE this summer, and it's not going away any time soon. I have fully embraced this trend, whether it's a dress, top, romper, swimsuit, etc - check out some of my previous posts to see all the different ways I've worn this look! Showing off your shoulders creates a very soft and feminine feel, and with the flowy silhouette of this dress, any body type can rock it. What really makes this dress stand out though are the embroidery and fringe found along the hem; It's those subtle details that take a dress to the next level!

I completed the look by pairing my dress with lace up gladiator sandals from BCBGeneration (link below - and they're on sale right now!!) to create a subtle Grecian vibe. These sandals are super comfortable, and could not be any more adorable - I'm obsessed with the tassle detail on the ties! And I've received a TON of compliments every time I've worn them :). As far as jewelry, I kept it simple with a single monogram necklace from anthropologie so it didn't take away from the dress. Dress, shoes and necklace are all linked below - Happy shopping loves! xoxo

Dress: Loft

Sandals: BCBGeneration

Necklace: Anthropologie

Sunnies: Marilyn Monroe Eyewear

{ Twice as Nice }

I've always been one to push the limits a little bit and try new things when it comes to fashion. My latest "experiment" was layering dresses - why wear one dress when you can wear two?! I found this pink button up dress late last fall on clearance at Ann Taylor (I find the best deals you guys!!), and that's when the idea originally came to mind. The pink dress is about 3 sizes too big, but when worn completely unbuttoned and as a vest/layering piece over this white dress, size really doesn't matter. This adds a fun pop of color to my outfit, and is a great way to elevate a basic cotton dress. Oh, and I can't forget - it's also really fun to spin around in while wearing if you're still five years old at heart like me :).

I say this quite often, but don't be afraid to experiment and try new things with your wardrobe! It's a great way to expand your closet without spending any extra money. Happy shopping loves! xoxo

Pink Dress: Ann Taylor

White Dress: New York & Company

Sunglasses: laundry

Bracelets: Express // The Limited

Shoes: Report

It's a Garden Party!

You know when you see something while you're shopping, and you get that feeling like, "I HAVE to have this?" You don't have any idea where you'll wear it at the time, or when you'll get the chance to wear it in the near future, but that piece of clothing just has to be yours...That's the exact feeling I had when I saw this dress at Lulu's. This dress is literally breathtaking; breathtaking in its appearance, breathtaking in its quality, and most importantly, breathtaking in how it makes you feel when you put it on. A girl can't ask for much more than that.

White and lace have both been trending this spring/summer, and they couldn't come together more perfectly than in a midi silhouette like this dress. It's clean, fresh and flattering for a variety of ages - a midi length is always a safe bet. The floral lace makes this dress perfect for a garden party or any type of bridal or baby shower - I'll take advantage of any chance I get to dress up! I've also thought about whether or not this would be a good option for a wedding, and I go back and forth on whether or not that's a smart idea - what are your thoughts on wearing white to a wedding??! Leave a comment below and let me know your thoughts! I've always been one to push the fashion "rules," but I'm very torn on this issue.

Happy shopping Loves! xoxo

Dress: Lulu's

Shoes: Mix No. 6

Bracelets: The Limited & Express

Winter Whites

Winter whites; it's a thing. Gone is the ancient rule of only wearing white between Memorial Day and Labor Day - wearing white year round, and doing whatever you want, is now "in." I say this with slight caution though. You won't see me wearing a white lace dress in the middle of January (although I just bought a gorgeous white lace midi from Lulu's and I'm dying to wear it), but white jeans, especially with destruction, are on trend and totally ok to pull out of your closet whenever your heart desires. I paired mine with a classic white tee, cozy grey and white wool cardigan, and grey booties with plaid detailing at the ankles. If you're willing to push the envelope a little bit, I suggest keeping a neutral color palette, and pairing your winter whites with greys and creams. Try something new today! xoxo

Sweater: Maryline Italia

Tee: Gap

Jeans: New York & Company

Booties: DOLCE by Mojo Moxy