Fourth of July

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Dress • Sandals • Earrings

Happy 4th of July, friends! This dress has actually been my favorite piece for summer. Off shoulder tops and dresses have definitely been my ‘go-to’ this season. I paired this patriotic dress with some white stone earrings and white sandals for a day spent exploring the city. However, it would look awesome with wedges and a clutch for night!

These photos were taken at Neal’s Yard in London. My friend recommended that I check out this colorful cluster of buildings and shops. This little spot was difficult to find at first, but well worth the trip. I loved the bright walls and all of the fun restaurants. My mom and I had a fabulous time visiting this unique part of town. I am having such an incredibly time in London so far, and I’m almost positive that I’m not ever going to leave. Tomorrow I move into my dorm, and it will be nice to not live out of a suitcase anymore. I couldn’t be having a better time in this perfect city! Words can’t describe how much I love it here.

I hope you all are having a fabulous 4th of July and enjoying the holiday!

xoxo

Going off the Grid

Hello friends! Today is the day! I am leaving this morning to fly to Tanzania with my family! We will spend the next two weeks traveling all around the country on a safari. My mom and I are going to also spend a few days at an elephant park while my dad and sister climb Mt. Kilimanjaro. I decided to wear my elephant dress this week out of excitement for my safari getaway! I picked up this dress a few weeks ago from ShopRiffRaff, but sadly it is not available anymore. I linked some similar animal-themed dresses below!

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So I will be ‘off the grid’ for the next two weeks, but I will have internet/service again when I move to London for the rest of summer during the month of July! I will be back really soon!! Thank you so much for y’all’s constant love & support!

Have a wild & awesome week! BRB!

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Little White Dress

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Dress Necklace Sandals

Everybody loves a little black dress. But for summer, the little white dress is a must-have. I find myself wearing them constantly during the summer time because they are incredibly versatile and look great with a tan. Out of all of the white dresses I own, this one is definitely my favorite. I love the lace detailing and the open back. I also own it in black as well! I love to pair “the little white dress” with turquoise and gold jewelry. It’s definitely my favorite color combination for the season.

Sadly, the weather in Texas has been rainy again. We had a nice week or so of sunshine, but lately it’s been back to tropical storms. I spent the day in Dallas and had a great time visiting the Dallas Museum of Art and eating Sprinkles cupcakes! Between packing for 8+ weeks abroad, having friends in town, and accidentally having my hair dyed gray- it’s been a chaotic week! I couldn’t be more excited to head to Africa tomorrow for a perfect safari getaway.

Hope you all are having a great week!

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A Comparison of Two Wedges

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The wedges

When you’re 5’0 tall, wedges become something of an essential in your closet. I have been obsessed with wedges for as long as I can remember. They give you height, make your legs look longer, and are much more comfortable than stilettos. I got these fabulous Tory Burch wedges for my birthday back in April. My mom and sister also picked up a pair as well, and we have all been loving them. Not only are they very comfortable, but they are incredibly versatile However, they aren’t the most affordable pair of wedges out there. I love them for nice events and church, but it’s great to have a cheaper pair of wedges for travel, game days, and nights out with friends. I also get asked frequently on tumblr for a cheaper alternative to my TB Wedges, and I found these cute ones online. I decided to purchase them for myself because they were only $31!

The review

So now let’s get down to the comparison of these two wedges. The Tory Burch wedges are almost ten times the price, but the quality of them is truly top of the line. The dupes are definitely much lower quality, but I still really like them. They are also a little less comfortable than their expensive counterpart, but aren’t bad at all. One difference I noticed from trying them on is that the dupes are much taller. The dupes are almost an entire inch taller than the Tory Burch ones, which you can definitely tell when you walk in them! The two wedges are also made of different materials- the Tory Burch wedges are cork, and the dupes are a more plastic-wood material. The brand for these dupes is called ‘Soda’. I have purchased other shoes from ‘Soda’ before and have been incredibly satisfied with all of them. Yes, they aren’t the best quality, but they are still super cute, and the awesome price is definitely hard to beat! Would I recommend these Tory Burch look-a-like wedges? Definitely! They have a very similar look, and I really enjoy both of them. I can’t wait to pack these dupes in my travel bag for London! They will be perfect for nights out, and I won’t have to worry about scuffing them up or ruining them. These affordable wedges are pretty awesome, and I would highly recommend them if you are looking for a cheaper alternative to the Tory Burch Daisy Wedges!

Hope y’all are having a great Wednesday!

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Dress Forever 21 (sold out online- but similar and similar) • Purse Rebecca Mink • Sandals Jack Rogers • Earrings Kendra Scott • Lips Revlon • Blush NARS (exhibit A)

This tie-dye, bell sleeved shift has helped me beat those Monday blues. It can be hard getting out of bed in the summer (especially when you’re a little addicted to 90210), but this fun printed dress makes it easier! This has definitely become one of my favorite pieces in my closet because it is so perfect for Sunday brunch, evenings with friends, and even those fall game days. I purchased this dress in the store during March, and it was love at first sight. However, it is currently sold out online (so I linked two similar options). I paired it with some gold sandals and cool toned earrings. I also decided to add my white fringe purse to bring out the whites in the dress. It’s been a fabulous week here in Texas with even more fabulous weather. I can’t believe I head off for Tanzania in just 10 days- I am so excited!

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Take me to Maui

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Dress Show Me Your Mumu Wedges Jack Rogers  Earrings Kendra Scott

Every time I put on this fun, tropical dress, I instantly feel like I am back in Maui (which is pretty much my very favorite place on Earth). The halter, swingy fit of this Show Me Your Mumu dress is incredibly flattering and perfect for those hot summer evenings. I loved the ‘Katy Halter Dress’ so much, that I purchased another one in this wild print as well! I decided to pair it with some rose gold, hibiscus adorned wedges, and pearl statement earrings. For my lips, I went with a beige lipstick and a layered coral lipstick. I’ve also been playing around with my new Exhibit A blush, so I will definitely be reviewing this bold blush soon!

Hope you are having an awesome weekend!

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Shopping wishlist

Hey y’all! So this has been something heavily requested on my tumblr, and I decided to finally make one. Here are some things that are currently on my shopping wish-list. Thank you for checking out my blog! Let me know what’s on  your wish-list for this summer!

Have a great weekend, friends!

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Sweet summer nights

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Romper Red Dress Boutique (not available on RD, but available here) • Purse Rebecca MinkoffSandals Jack RogersEarrings Kendra ScottBracelets David Yurman

Nothing says summer like a bold romper- oh, and a sunburn. I am all about halters, so when I saw this fun, geometric one, I could not resist! I have worn this romper several times over the past few months and it is such a summer staple for me. One of my favorite things about this romper is that it looks like a two piece set, but it’s really not. It’s also super comfortable!  I decided to pair it with some navy and white sandals and a white cross body purse. I think it would also look cute paired with a denim jacket for chilly summer nights. Now that the month of May is over, I will be posting my ‘May favorites’ later this week! Thank you again for checking out my blog!

Hope you had a fantastic weekend!

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Totally tropical

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Top Blue Door Boutique (not available, but similar) • Shorts Show Me Your MuMu • Sandals Jack Rogers  • Necklace Kendra Scott • Nails Essie ‘Bikini So Teeny’

Nothing says summer like a bold, tropical pattern. These Show Me Your Mumu shorts have definitely been my favorite piece in my closet for the past few months. I feel like I wear them weekly. They are incredibly comfortable, and surprisingly pretty versatile. I recently purchased them in white as well. I usually pair these shorts with a white or denim shirt, but today I tried them out with a fun, hot pink tank.

I also included pictures of the two baby kittens we have been fostering for the past few weeks. We took them to the Humane Society yesterday, so that they can find a good home. They were so sweet and we had the best time taking care of them!

Thank you so much for checking out my blog. Have an awesome weekend!

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Playing it casual

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Tee Free People • Shorts Apricot Lane (Not available, but similar) • Halter bra Free People • Necklace Kendra Scott Sandals Jack Rogers  • Purse Rebecca Minkoff

Who else is ready for the weekend? Usually, I’m one for dressing head to toe in bright, neon hues. However, I decided to borrow my sister’s muted Free People tee to try something different. To keep with the muted feel, I paired the top with some off-white shorts and bone colored sandals. I also added my favorite Rebecca Minkoff purse because it really adds something fun to the simplest outfits. I’ve been loving fringe this season!

Thank you for checking out my blog!

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