Five Loves…

 

Classy meets casual – now that is my kind of summer uniform for the office.  I love the simplicity of this ensemble.

 

Charleston, SC – one of my favorite cities to visit in the US.  Sadly, I don’t think I will make it there this summer – but for almost seven years straight I would make sure to at least get a day trip to this lovely city once a year.  So much history.  So much beauty and good foods.

 

I love rings.  I love gold.  I love the symbolisim of knots.  So, basically this is the perfect ring and I adore it.

 

A carefree moment where you can let go and laugh – even if it means you are laying on the ground laughing – now those are some of my favorite moments with my girlfriends.

 

The perfect weekend uniform.  I have a hat almost identical to this and I could live in it.  I love wearing it to keep the sun off my face as I stroll through the local Farmers’ Market.

What are you doing to enjoy the sunshine?  Do you shop the local Farmers’ Markets?

Much love,

B

Knotted Up…

 

Who said the t-shirt knot went out of style?!!  Certainly, not this girl.  Well, okay, maybe it did for awhile, but it is certainly back.  The best part is, you can even pair it with the correct bottom and make it office appropriate – just avoid showing the middrift, please.  The office is not high school, after all.  A little middrift can be fun though for a Saturday or night out at a show.  This simple style can be worked with so many shirts – I am sure you do not need to go out and buy a new one, just look in your closet and play around.  Now those are the best trends, the ones you can try free of charge, at least if you ask me.

 

 

 

How do you feel about the knotted up look?  Will you be playing with it in your style this summer?

Much love,

B

Chvrches…

I am loving this electronic pop band, Chvrches.  This song is called The Mother We Share and is one of their 2012 singles.  Earlier this year, in March, they released their EP Recover and are planning on releasing a LP later this year.  They are coming to Minneapolis this weekend and playing the Fine Line, with tickets still available I might add.  I am actually planning on buying my ticket at the door, unless I can make it to the Electric Fetus sooner to avoid annoying ticket fees.  Live music is always fabulous in my book, but I think this band will especially put on a great show.  Plus, I love the lead singer – she is so cute and has amazing eye make-up.  I highly recommend checking them out, and if you get a chance go to the show because tickets are totally affordable.  If you listen to any of their live recordings, like the one above, you will be able to see that they truly are talented.

Do you ever go to shows where you do not know the band super well?  Whose the best band or artist you ever discovered this way?

Much love,

B

Itty Bitty…

 

Okay, so it may not be an itty bitty, yellow, polka-dot bikini, but this summer is all about the retro bikinis.  I love that they are not itty bitty.  They are feminine and flattering cuts. What woman doesn’t love having that part of her stomach covered – you know, right below the belly button – the impossible to get completely flat.  These suits have a classy feel to them that would be fabulous to lay out by the pool or stroll down the beach picking up sea shells.  They also would be great for getting in the water and playing around because they are all about full coverage, translation – no worries of any immodest free shows – hey, just being honest, something a gal has to think about when picking out a swim suit.  The best part about this retro style that is all the rave is that it is not limited to the bikini.  Have you seen some of the one pieces?!!  They are SO cute.  Who said less is more?!  When it comes to a swim suit, I prefer keeping a little mystery still (though let’s be honest, kind of hard no matter what suit you chose)…

 

 

How do you feel about the retro style suits?  What will you be wearing to the beach this summer?

Much love,

B

 

Color Me Teal…

 

The color teal.  It is bold and bright.  Never thought it would be the one to steal my love away, but it has.  I am full blown head over heals for this color.  I love how it looks on everyone – no matter your skin tone or hair color, this color makes a woman pop.  Who knew?!  It started as my accent color in my kitchen and before I knew it, I found myself drawn to it every time I am out shopping.  It looks good in so many fabrics, as well, which means it can be a fabulous color to wear for the office or on a walk around the lakes – and I would know, as I have pieces I have worn in the last week to both of those places.  It is safe to say, this is certainly my color of the summer.

 

 

Does teal work with your summer style?  What is your color of the summer?

Much love,

B

Feeling Jagged…

 

Summer so often can be filled with short shorts or mini skirts – but this summe,r why not spice up that look?!!  I apparently am not the only one feeling this way – whether you want to call it a jagged look or an origami look, a skirt line that is not straight across is all the rag.  I think one thing I love about this trend is that so many of them come in a skort option – talk about perfect for running around all day in the heat.  There is something more free about a skort than a classic mini, am I right ladies?!!  This look is fun and playful, but can also be dressed up for a fun date night – so, when are we going shopping to get this look added to my closet?!!

 

How do you feel about this trend, lovies?  Feeling a little jagged, yourself?

Much love,

B

Just a Thought…