.01 J CREW BEACH TUNIC // .02 BLACK & WHITE STRIPED SWIMSUIT TOP // .03 TASSEL NECKLACE (15% OFF WITH CODE HAPPY4) // .04 BLACK & WHITE STRIPED BOTTOMS // .05 DENIM SHORTS (EXTRA 20% OFF WITH CODE HOTSALE) // .06 EMBROIDERED TOTE (15% OFF WITH CODE HAPPY4) // .07 MASCARA // .08 PINEAPPLE TOP // .09 I AM VERY BUSY PLANNER (15% OFF WITH CODE HAPPY4) // .10 LACE UP SANDALS // .11 'I NEED MASCARA' MAKEUP BAG
Happy 4th of July Weekend! I love this holiday. It's a fun way celebrate our amazing country and spend time with your loved ones. We are headed to watch fireworks in Dallas tonight with friends and look forward to having a BBQ tomorrow! What do you guys have planned?
I wanted to share with you guys a quick sale alert featuring some pretty good sales from some of my favorite retailers. I linked a few more below ...
Dressing for the 4th of July
After posting this off the shoulder dress last week, I am now starting to look for more dresses and tops that offer the cold shoulder. I love the look and not to mention, they are surprisingly practical for these hot summer days.
This Navy Embroidered Dress has been worn on repeat ever since I got it in May. It has been the perfect dress to throw on for brunch, to the pool as a cover up, or just to run errands in. I can't think of a better time to wear it than Saturday! I personally don't like to wear red, white and blue all at once, so this dress is the perfect compromise for a festive look without being too over the top. Psst.. it's also a steal at $45!
Have a great day and thanks for stopping by! xx
Outfit Details: Chic Wish Navy Embroidered Dress c/o | Gigi New York Hayden Satchel (free shipping & gift with purchase this weekend only!) c/o | Target
Blue & White
With the 4th of July just around the corner, I have been on the hunt for what I will be wearing for an evening outside with friends and celebrating the good ole US of A. I love this Blue Blouse and if you have seen my recent instagrams, you know I have been wearing it on repeat! I am thinking this would be a great top with my white denim shorts and sandals too.
I always like to make something (easy) but festive for the 4th! I have this recipe pinned and I am also loving these ice cubes for a fun look to your drink. I've made these fruit kabobs and they are always a hit. I may stick to that and make those ice cubes. Like I said, I try to keep it easy- ha! What do you have planned for this weekend?
Instagram Lately
But First Coffee // thumb ring // monogram business card holder // tory burch makeup case // aviators // beach perfume roll on // eyeshadow stick (love this! doesn't crease and the color is Golden Pink, very pretty with a subtle shimmer) // lipstick in pink lilac
Hello Monday! I hope you guys had a great weekend and are gearing up for a fun 4th of July. I wanted to share a quick instagram roundup with you guys today and share the details from a few of my snaps lately. As always, if you have any questions feel free to ask below!
eyelet dress (wearing a small) // leather tote // pearl earrings
The Essential T-Shirt
Over the past year, I've really started to make smart choices when it came to purchasing clothes. When looking in my closet, I realized that my "trendy" and cheaper clothes have seen better days (you know, the top that you wash once and it starts to unravel...!!!) and my classic pieces are still the ones I gravitate towards first. It's made me more aware that trends can be fun, but if I want something to last, I need to choose quality over quantity.
Recently, I was introduced to Zady, an online boutique featuring unique products hand made by artisans from all over the world. Their primary focus is to be able to provide quality and sustainable products that will last. If you go to their site, you will find leather bags, accessories for the home, and handmade jewelry, but the first thing I saw was the .02 T- Shirt.
In my opinion, there's nothing more essential in your closet than a classic white t-shirt. As much as I like to wear a silk blouse or a flirty dress, I feel most comfortable in a soft cotton tee. I like this version because ...
Printed Shorts
While Summer in Texas can be brutally hot, I still love the look of long sleeves with shorts. Obviously, they aren't for 100 degree days, but I find that I love to wear this look for dinner or if it's overcast.
These printed shorts (on sale) are one of my favorite styles to wear for summer. I like that they are a little longer and structured. They don't wrinkle easily- which is amazing! I like that they can be dressed up with a silk blouse tucked in wearing heels, or worn a little more casually seen here.
This pink knit sweater (on sale) is one that can worn all year long. It's not sheer by any means, but the material isn't as thick making it appropriate to wear during warmer months.
Outfit Details: Banana Republic Pink Knit Sweater (wearing a small) and Printed Shorts (wearing a 2) | YSL Small De Jour | Tory Burch Espadrilles (budget friendly version
Pink Aviators
I have always loved my original Ray Ban Aviators, but lately, I have had my eye on these Blush Pink Mirrored Aviators. I like that they have more of a blush-gold tone and I think they go well with just about anything.
When I saw that Nordstrom had them in the original size and the large size, I decided to give them a try. I like the fit of the original ones, but the 62 mm seems to fit me best!
For me, pink has always been a neutral. Blush tones or pastels are so easy to incorporate into black, brown or other prints. These Aviators (in Pink Flash) were the perfect accessory for my striped tank top (under $30) and white pants. I am also loving the Ray Ban Highstreet Sunlasses (in Fuschia) and the Folding Wayfarer (in Fuschia)
Have a great day and thanks for stopping by! xx
Eyelet White Dress
When I think of summer, eyelet and white are two things that come to mind regarding summer fashion. When I saw this Off The Shoulder Eyelet Dress, I knew it would be perfect for Summer date nights or brunch with the girls. I like that the fabric is cotton so you can really dress it up or down depending on the occasion.
Today I am off to have a little staycation with some of my very special teacher friends. I have worked with these girls for the last two years and some of them for the last 5 years. We are planning on going out for Mexican food, hanging by the pool (please stop raining Texas!) and doing whatever silly things come our way. I can't wait! You can see more of our staycation by following via snapchat: "theteacherdiva"
Outfit Details: Rebecca Minkoff Off the Shoulder Eyelet Dress c/o | Dolce Vita Wedges ( I found that they ran a tad small so I went up a 1/2 size) | Rebecca Minkoff
Off The Shoulder
Summer is here and off the should er tops could not be more in for the season. This mint green version is one of my favorite off the shoulder tops. The embroidered hemline makes it fun and summery, and the color is so fresh and looks great with a tan (or faux tan if you're like me).
This green color looks so pretty with denim or with your favorite white pants for a softer pastel vibe. Off the shoulder tops are definitely a must try for the Summer! See below for more of my favorite OTS picks. Happy Shopping! xx
Outfit Details: Vava By Joy Han Off The Shoulder Top (wearing a small // not sheer) | Rag & Bone Boyfriend Jeans (size down) Similar pair (under $80 | Forever 21 Crossbody Bag | Harvest Sunglasses | Lipstick color Candy Pop
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Instagram Roundup
Happy Sunday! I haven't shared a recent instagram update so I've rounded up some of my favorites from the past couple of weeks. Feel free to ask questions about sizing and quality. Have a great weekend! XX
bikini top (runs small) & bottoms | Tory Burch Small York Cosmetic Case (also comes in more colors) | Flamingo iPhone Case (iPhone 5 here) | Panama hat | Chanel Gloss in #108 Constellation (the perfect nude-pink) | YSL Glossy Stain in #102
Topshop Crossover Blouse (follow US sizing) | Rag & Bone Distressed Shorts (runs big) |
