head's up

Those sticky-hot summer days are far from over here in NC, so this chambray romper was perfect for galavanting around at the beach. I used to wear headscarves religiously in high school - such a great trick to avoid looking greasy on a steamy day!

similar chambray romper here and here // scarf: vintage // vintage Louis Vuitton bucket drawstring bag // wedges: Bakers {old, similar} // sunnies:  House of Harlow 'Chelsea' // necklace: courtesy of A Beautiful Heart // watch: Michael Kors // bracelets: David Yurman (blue topaz, amethyst & gold buckle), Cartier "Love", Derng Chain, H&M Neon links // rings: David Yurman (blue topaz, stack & pave), Cartier & YSL 'Arty'

to the max

As someone who is under 5'5" (and 5'4", and 5'3"...) participating in the ever-popular maxi dress trend is frustrating. All the normal-height girls are wearing them, but each one that I hold up to my body drags the ground a good 4 inches. Those who suffer in this peril will understand how pleased I was to find this simple coral ruffled number - and my toes even peek out the bottom.

dress: Nordstrom // bag: Louis Vuitton 'Artsy' // hat // sunnies: Karen Walker // shoes: Kors by Michael Kors {old, similar on sale} // ombre necklace: Francesca's {similar} // watch: Michael Kors // bracelets: David Yurman (blue topaz, amethyst & gold buckle), Cartier, Derng, Handpicked // rings: David Yurman (blue topaz, stack & pave), Cartier & YSL 'Arty'

bienvenue de retour

I'm back... back to blogging, and back from my summer in Chicago. It feels like all I ever do is travel, which has made me grateful for home, family, friends, and Momma's kitchen. This week I will continue "bouncing", as I like to call it, from place to place - had a wonderful weekend on the NC coast, and will be in stunning Norfolk, VA for a few days. This duffle is staying packed with my favorite summer go-tos!

embellished tank: Trina Turk {last year, here's my favorite from 2012} // chevron shorts: Nordstrom // 

wedges: Bakers {old, similar} // duffle: Louis Vuitton Damier Canvas Keepall 50 // earrings: Ralph Lauren // gathered chain necklace: H&M {similar} // watch: Michael Kors // bracelets: David Yurman (blue topaz, amethyst & gold buckle), Cartier "Love", & Derng Chain // rings: David Yurman (blue topaz, stack & pave), Cartier & YSL 'Arty' // lipstick: Revlon "Coral-berry"

spotted sorbet

 

jacket: Zara // blouse: Zara // capris: Express {old} // bag: Louis Vuitton Artsy // sunnies: House of Harlow // heels: Jimmy Choo // necklace: HRH // earrings: kate spade // watch: Michael Kors // bracelets: David Yurman (blue topaz & amethyst & gold buckle), Cartier,  Hermes, Derng // rings: David Yurman (rose quartz {smaller version} & stack & pave), Cartier, onyx class ring

i'm back!

You may have noticed an absence in your Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and blogrolls. I haven't blogged (or utilized social media in any way) in a week. I feel terrible, but it happens. After four grueling weeks of finals (3 last week), I had to take off to Ryan's graduation, then spend this week moving out of my place. I have not stopped for a second. Oh, and I'm moving halfway across the country + starting my new job next week. I truly appreciate your patience!!

To celebrate, I'm having MY FIRST GIVEAWAY! The boutique where I got my dress and necklace in this post, Vestique, is partnering with me to giveaway an AWESOME necklace. If you live in Charlotte, they are opening their Charlotte location Tuesday May 22nd on East Blvd! They are also in Raleigh, NC and online. So be on the lookout Monday for rules to enter!

  

What I'm Wearing:

Dress: Vestique (currently out of stock)

Heels: Aldo

Wallet: Louis Vuitton

Sunnies: House of Harlow

Earrings: C. Wonder

Watch: Michael Kors

Necklace: Vestique

Bracelets: David Yurman (blue topaz & amethyst & gold buckle), Cartier, & Handpicked

Rings: David Yurman (blue topaz & stack & pave), Cartier, & YSL