Summer Favorites

In the summer, I love the ease of a simple tank and a skirt. They are perfect partners for a warm summer day. I bought this skirt a few years ago because of it's boho vibe. When paired with a cropped tank and Birks, it really comes to life. Simple jewelry and a straw bag are my everyday essentials to add polish to any look, and these vintage shell earrings have made an appearance with almost every outfit over the past month. I also attempted a new updo with my short hair...boho chic? Happy Kicks for easy pieces on summer days!

Top: Target.  Skirt: American Eagle (old, similar on sale).  Sandals: Birkenstocks.  Bag: Old Navy (old, similar).  Earrings: Vintage.  Rings: Midi style (similar).  Bracelet: Shell necklace.

Put A Vest Over It.

A layered look today with this sleeveless vest from Target. I love the ease of a romper in the summer. Just pull it on and go! I like this romper because of the subtle pattern and pretty yellow color. This vest is the perfect outer layer for warmer weather ~ white, sleeveless, and loose. To complete my summery vibe I threw on my Birks and grabbed this great oversized straw clutch.

Vest: Target.  Romper: Forever 21 (old, similar here and here).  Clutch: Old Navy (old, similar).  Sandals: Birkenstocks.  Watch: Michael Kors.  Bracelet: Vintage Necklace.  Earrings: Sea glass from Eleuthera, Bahamas. 

Summer Flow.

Summer is in full swing and I'm all about loose and flowy clothing to beat the heat. I bought these track pants, or joggers, in early spring and wore them when the weather was still chilly (see here). I transitioned them into summer by pairing them with a cute crochet tank and strappy sandals. A summery straw bag finished off this easy, breezy look.

Tank: American Eagle (old, similar).  Pants: Target (similar here, here, here, and here).  Sandals: DV by Dolce Vita (wedge style).  Bag: Old Navy (old, similar).  Earrings: Jewelmint (love these).  Watch: Michael Kors.

Pleats.

How pretty is this pleated maxi skirt? It's a really soft pink color, blush I would call it. The pleats add some dimension and create some flowy movement when I'm walking. I also tried a crop top today. I've definitely rocked them in the past when I was much younger and showing most of your midriff was acceptable for a girl of that age. Trying this trend again was somewhat scary, but I like that this top is loose and that my skirt is high waisted. So I really wasn't showing any skin. Crops and high waists are the perfect combination for a more modest and age appropriate look. I'm giving myself a Happy Kick today for actually putting on a real outfit and doing my hair. The lazy days of summer break have really taken ahold of me!

Crop Top: Target (no longer available, similar).  Chambray Shirt: Old Navy.  Skirt: Urban Outfitters (in different colors, also like this one).  Sandals: American Eagle (similar).  Bag: H&M (similar).  Watch: Michael Kors.  Bracelet: Vintage.  

Fourth of July Stripes.

Happy 4th of July! A patriotic look today featuring white and blue stripes. My toes are red, hard to tell in the pictures though. I was supposed to spend the day at the beach but Hurricane Arthur had other plans for me. So I threw on this cute shift and my Birks and took the kids to the zoo! I recently traveled to Lewes, DE and had a mini shopping spree. There are great outlets in the area as well as cute boutiques. I scored some amazing vintage jewelry, including these earrings, at a cute shop in downtown Lewes. Anyway, Happy Kicks for America today!

Dress: J. Crew Factory.  Sandals: Birkenstock.  Bag: DKNY.  Sunglasses: Ray-Ban.  Watch: Michael Kors.  Bracelet: J. Crew.  Earrings: Vintage.  Rings: Midi Rings (similar).