Crop That Midi

skirt (ASOS on SALE), crop (Zara, see similar HERE, HERE, HERE), heels (Zara, Similar, Similar ), clutch (Kate Spade see Similar), cuff (Similar), bracelets (Sylvia Benson, J.Crew), necklaces (Target doubled up--try two of THESE BLACK BEADS), shades (Gucci)

It's 1:30 am as I type this and sister is having a MAJ-OR case of writer's block.  Good grief.  Started the sentence out with a damn snore of an opener and  I just gotta own up to the fact that I've been up since 5:45 this morn--and I am not worth much right about now.  So let's see how simplified (read:  boring)  I can keep this write up---
1.  Newsflash--I love a print mix
2.  Currently digging a Crop (This Sucker is $10)
3.  God love the Midi for concealing all the nonsense we'd like to hide and positively highlighting the waistline
4.  I'm gonna be a dang crabapple tomorrow (sorry, M) 
I'll be better next time, gang, I promise.  In the meantime--make it a great Wednesday and feel free to shop the look below.  Sweet Dreams.

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Who's Your

tee (ILY Couture c/o), vest (J.Crew), pants (Gap love THESE STAR SKIMMERS, too), sneaks (Converse), cuff (Similar), ring (Anna Beck), bag (Michael Kors), shades (Gucci)

Whenever I'm in what I like to call "Mom Mode," be it chauffeuring the kiddies around, doing school activities, heading to sports events, bday parties, you name it---a look such as this totally fits the bill.  Three ingredients are serving up this look just right in my book--first you've got yourself a fun Graphic Tee and then two pieces that can always add a little hipster polish to a look, the Hightop and Denim Vest.  The vest is the perfect layering piece and the sneaks add a comfy and fun vibe to the look.  Moms, just because we are being pulled (literally) in 80 gazillion directions doesn't mean we don't want to look pulled together, right?  Keep a uniform on hand for when you've got to scoot out the door stat--one like this is always my go to!  

Alright gang, I hope you all had a wonderful weekend---we explored the beautiful horse farms and orchards here in Lexington and it was simply perfect!  Cheers to a great start to your week.  

Oh and a random PS:  Land of Nod is having their Friends & Family sale with everything being 15% off with code BUDDY.  If you remember This POST, then you remember I'm a big Land of Nod fan as my gals' rooms are decked with their decor--I am absolutely loving their Pillows and Bedding but truly, my gals' Jenny Lind Beds will always be my fave piece in their rooms.  

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Fish Hook

 tote (Hayden Reis c/o), gingham (Target (Men's) ONLY $25), bikini (J.Crew see similar HERE, HERE ON SALE, HERE ON SALE, DOTS ON SALE), sneaks (Chucks), hat (HM, love THIS NEON VERSION), shades (Banana Republic want THESE), rings (Lagos, Anna Beck), watch (Michael Kors)

When I spotted this Hayden Reis Tote, sucker had to be mine.  Reminding me of afternoons on the boat with my dad as a child, this Tote Made From Sailcloth is not only adorable, but is crazy functional AND virtually indestructible by way of rain, sand, etc.  She's available locally at Monkee's or online HERE (my gals especially love these precious Sea Shell Pouches, although let's not kid ourselves, they're more often than not used for squinkies, barbies, and other sheer kid randomness).  

Few quick tidbits...favorite pool/beach coverup of the moment...a Men's Button Down--super lightweight and roomy enough for my liking, I sport them constantly!  Secondly, when trying to find a "similar" for my J.Crew suit pictured above, stumbled on some Superb Bathing Suit Sales (think spots, stripes, and anchors).  Lastly, hate to be the bearer of bad news, but the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale ends on 8/3-so if you're lounging indoors today--take a gander at My Picks HERE.  Ok, think that about sums it up for our Saturday---hope you all enjoy the outdoors be it dockside, beachside, poolside, or farmside like we plan to do (my Floridian mother wants a little 'farm' infused in her visit so we're going berry picking with the little ladies).   Y'all enjoy your weekend and make it a good one!  Feel free to shop some totes and swim below!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Sporty Mara

dress (Mara Hoffman, Morton James, love this SALE Version), sneaks (Converse), bag (Rebecca Minkoff), bracelets (Morton James Cuff, jcrew, sylvia benson), rings (Lagos, Anna Beck), shades (Gucci)

Loved Mara Hoffman for quite a bit now (see Exhibit A), everything from her Swimsuits to her vibrant Frocks, she strikes the perfect balance of fun and flirty.  And while I love a healthy dose of flirty, I feel inclined to tone it down a notch with, surprise surprise, a good pair of Sneaks.  Not to say this number from Morton James wouldn't be perfect with some Gladiators, but personally, I feel more in my skin with the Chucks.  And after all, it's about finding what works best for you, and your style, don't you think?  

Alright gang, I've got my mom flying in from Florida this morning and I cannot WAIT--missing her something fierce!  Y'all have a wonderful weekend and shop some other Mara's below (some good sales on some of her pieces)!  Make it a good one!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Sheer Loveliness

dress (For Love and Lemons, available locally at Morton James, available online HERE ON SALE), sandals (TARGET UNDER $20), clutch (Elaine Turner ON SALE c/o), necklaces (Adele of Lexington), shades (Gucci), cuff (Similar), bracelets (Sylvia Benson, J.Crew), rings (Lagos, Anna Beck)

I'm not going to bore you with much today.  This Dress from Morton James really needs no tiresome description from me.  It's possibly one of my best purchases this summer.  It will no doubt prove to be timeless. I simply love it (along with these SANDALS for under 20 smacks).  And that's all she wrote for today, gang (except I promise moving forward to do my best to keep my damn hands away from my hair---getting her cut Friday--driving me bonkers).  Y'all make it a good one!  Shop the look below:

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem