Back to Basics.

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Memorial Day weekend has me dreaming of casual summer style and a classic button-down shirt is undoubtedly the most versatile staple you can have in your closet.  Knotted at the waist, worn as a swim suit cover up, over a dress, paired with white denim... the list goes on and on!  Just a few pictures of my favorite looks. 

How did you spend your long weekend?  I think the best part of a long weekend is the short week that follows. ; )  Have a great day!

Hello Summer.

I am oh-so-happy summer is officially here!
Enjoy the sunshine + water + please wear nautical stripes.

Have a great Memorial Day weekend!

[Photo via Sarah Tucker on Pinterest]

Thinking Green.

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While I would love to have vases of fresh flowers in every room as much as the next girl, I am on a budget and lack a green thumb.  After seeing these pictures, I'm making a point to add some greenery to my life.  How cute are the neon pots? An added bonus is that they last longer than flowers + are very apartment-friendly!  I think of these as durable flora.  Perfect for moi!

Mid-Week Mantra

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Girl Crush + Other Tangents.

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I think Felicity Jones is so darn cute; a natural beauty.  I've been smitten with her pretty face + English accent since I first saw her in Like Crazy.  Have you seen it? 

Which leads me to my next point:  I've started watching True Blood (remember I'm usually tardy for the party on the trend of the moment?) and I am big. time. crushing on Andrew Skarsgård, also known as vampire Eric Northman.  I heard the rumor that Skarsgård is one of the choices for playing the Christian Grey in Fifty Shades of Grey movie.  
 My vote is yes.

I say YES x fifty for these two as Ana + Christian.
What do you think?

My Favorite Gayle.

I thought Oprah's BFF was my favorite Gayle ... until J. Crew's Fashion Director.

Letters from Gayle are like rays of sunshine in my Gmail inbox.  Simply lovely + so inspiring.

Are you signed up for J. Crew's e-mails? If not, get on it. 

Happy Monday!

Back to Life, Back to Reality.

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It's Monday:  back 2 life, back 2 reality.  I had a relaxing weekend at home with my family +  a quick trip to Austin to see one of my best friends on Saturday night.  I thought I'd keep the party going + kick the week off with a new playlist inspired by the Live Music Capital of the world.  I may or may not have been dancing as I got ready this morning...

Did you have a good weekend? What songs do you have on repeat?