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:: Striped Maxi + Friday Links + Vacation Bound ::

July 7, 2017

We leave tonight for out trip!!
Are you ready for me to stop talking about it yet? At least the packing/planning discussion can be over…..
Over the last few weeks I have ordered a ton of dresses for Italy and all but one have been sent back. Most were awful (very cheap fabric in person), and others were cute but I felt I wouldn’t wear it again.
Then I came across this blue + white striped maxi number.
Amsterdam will be warm during the day and cooler at night (I think.) Plus the style is so different for the two areas that it has been extremely difficult to pack this time and try to fit everything into a carry on. I am packing much more casual attire for Amsterdam and more feminine and a bit fancier for Italy. So when I came across this dress it seemed to fit the bill perfectly for Amsterdam. It can work for daytime and could be a casual nighttime look with my jean jacket. It is crazy soft and comfy. I actually debated wearing it on the flight (I actually prefer to wear maxi dresses on planes they are like big blankets and don’t dig in or leave lines like jeans do!)
And the Angelina Jolie side slits are totally appropriate – promise 🙂

// STRIPED SUNDRY DRESS //
here is the same dress in a different stripe and a black sleeveless version

I mean I don’t know what lens my husband was using or what angle my body was at, but my chest looks about 15 times it’s real size in that last photo so I need to find out how to recreate that exact stance in all aspects of my life. I swear I am not wearing a teenage girl padded bra (I used to really rock ’em back in the day though. Boobs one day, flat as a wall the next, I was great at keeping everyone guessing!)

I am kicking myself that I forgot to order this version to try.
Because I am OBSESSED. The cut looks like it would be super flattering.

// STRIPED U-NECK DRESS //

and I also love this 3/4 sleeve option!

// BASIC STRIPED DRESS //

:: RHONY ::

Quick thoughts since I won’t have a Coffee Talk next week on this week’s episode that I just caught up on!

I think it’s nice that Bethenny has apologized twice to Tinz for jumping on her at dinner. We learn that this was when the stalking charges were being made public with Jason Hoppy, so clearly she had a lot going on.

WHY CAN’T CAROLE SAY TITO’S (the vodka). It’s SUPER easy. She says Tea (pause) Toe’s . Driving me nuts, it’s like Ramona trying to say Reggae music.

I love Dorinda so much. Even her talking to Ramona’s (poor trapped) ski instructor is just amazing. It’s like she knows exactly where he is from the moment he sits down. She’s just the best.

When Dorinda says you are an Olympic Day Drinker is that the biggest compliment in the world or the biggest nightmare? Hmmmm……

Dinner conversation gets REAL. I MEAN. REAL. I can’t believe this whole thing is filmed and happening and there are men int he kitchen for all of it! Dorinda talking about “it” is the most hilarious thing in the world. “That is not appropriate behavior. There is a stop sign there.” (It’s not appropriate to say, so just watch the episode.)

Preview for next week: I can’t believe Tinsley just makes out with people like that and tries to eat their face. And I can’t (slash can) believe that Ramona flips out on Bethenny when she is actually trying to kindly invite her to the trip. She is certifiable.

:: HAIR GODDESS ::
I haven’t seen it yet but I’ve been alerted by 2 TV addicts (my mom and friend that has met my-boyfriend-andy-cohen several times and been to clubhouse more than once – not to brag or anything) that the show Hair Goddess on TLC is a great reality pick to add to the list!

:: LINK LOVE ::

The tag-lines for RHOC have been released, and they are – as expected – terrible.

Also as expected, Kelly sounds dumb and makes no sense.
Is she trying to make fun of herself? Or reference the puppet master/puppet thing?

I wish I had seen this maxi dress to order for our trip – looks perfect for Italy and is under $50.

Beauty Gurus share 24 Beauty Tips for “Older” Women

Are these skirts really back in style? Because I am all over it but have yet to see everyone wearing them?
these however, I am not okay with coming back in style.

6 Easy + Healthy Salad Dressings

Ginham + ruffle + bow ties!? Yes, please!

The perfect wedding guest dress for summer – still in tons of sizes!

Do you believe the Amelia Earhart Rumors?

A romantic off the shoulder option for under $50.

Such a cute printed mini – another one I never saw while doing last minute Italy shopping!
and this perfectly easy printed swing dress!
Where were all of these when I needed them!?

Crazy Charleston Mansion. Not Patricia’s House, but close!

I meannn this jumpsuit in this color?! Love. My-boyfriend-Andy-Cohen would be all over me.

Christina from Flip or Flip was wearing the same bikini as me for the 4th of July while boating with her boyfriend. Does anyone else think it’s weird her and Tarek are still doing the show? When it’s kind of known they don’t get along?

The cutest earrings – with a different take on the popular summer style – in tons of colors for only $35!
love this option too!

:: VACATION TIME ::

I’m off to finish packing my beloved travel bag that has seen me through every trip for the last 3 years, and hop on our flight to Amsterdam!

Our flight leaves tonight at 8 PM (so, if you know me, I am begging Kip to get to the airport at like 4 o’clock since it’s international…. I’m an extremely reasonable traveler.)

Follow along on instagram to see all of our adventures for the next two weeks!

I also have blog posts scheduled so that you all don’t forget about me or miss me too much, so keep coming to The Sarcastic Blonde daily!

…. and feel free to e-mail me at any hour of the night with salacious celebrity gossip or Bravo happenings to keep me in the loop.
I am the only person in the world who goes on a trip like this and is extremely upset about missing television, but what can I say, I know what is important and matters most in life.
Will I look back and remember the TV shows or the memories I made with my husband?
I mean…… it’s a tough call……

Thank you all for all of your recommendations in planning the trip – you all are always SO helpful with everything!

:: FRIDAY RANDOMS AND LINK LOVE ::

June 30, 2017

Tee. Gee. Eye. Effffffff. I never thought this Friday would come.
I am so ready for a holiday weekend! (even though I don’t have Monday off, so it’s not technically a holiday weekend for me, but Tuesday is off!) I am the type that lays awake at night making lists in my head (and on paper) and thinking about what needs to get done – including the fun to-do’s so it’s not necessarily all stressful – but with so much going on it’s been some late nights this week.
Plus, Kip was out of town so I was able to stay up late! As I have said before, I am not an adult (or as Hashtag Carpenter Craig would say, I am a child) so without someone telling me to GO TO SLEEP I do not GO TO SLEEP.

So, naturally, I stayed up until at least 1 AM every night. Because I could.
editors note : let me just say, the anxiety of still not seeing this week’s RHONY – and not commenting on it the next morning during Coffee Talk every week – is one of the things on my mind tonight.

Sorry. Not sorry I’m not sorry. Actually sorry.
But I digress……
Some great Amazon orders and brilliant travel thoughts came to mind in this time.
I apologize in advance for a lot of Trip Talk + Trip Planning’ this week….
it’s kind of the focus on my mind right now!
Allow me to share my amazing 1 AM purchases, won’t you?
I realized I used my girlfriend in Chicago’s European straightener for our last trip that she had from studying abroad (that we called sisterhood of the traveling straightener because we all would borrow it for trips overseas), so I needed to find something with a European plug. I refuse to fry my beloved curling iron over there, and I found this dual straightener/curler for only $29. I did a quick test on a few spots tonight and it seems decent. I’m going to try a full head tomorrow.

Also, it’s humorous I act like this is going to make any difference.
My hair will likely be a giant poof of humidity and sweat and thrown into a ponytail everyday.

One of my best friends is obsessed with eye masks. I don’t think I have ever seen her sleep without it in all the years I have known her. Truly. When she was visiting recently she was adamant about me getting the eye mask she uses for our trip.

$9.99 AND a free set of earplugs? Plus free same day delivery? I mean….. SOLD. So, 2 of those it was!

we’ll pretend that say two not four……

I had been perusing my favorite book source that I talk about, Grace from The Stripe, and she had mentioned the book How To Pack: Travel Smart for Any Trip. $8 and that cute of a cover!? SOLD!

I meannnn NERD ALERT. This has my name all over it! My packing lists are basically color coded,
this late night ordering was Tuesday night, so Wednesday night my late night was because I was geeking out reading this (totally work the $8 it’s great) and then going to her blog Hitha On The Go and falling into a deep dark hole……

And then not trip related was giant tubs of PB2 because at 1 AM who isn’t craving spoonfuls of peanut butter a-la-Chelsea-from-Southern Charm. Seriously where is Craig to yell at me that I am a child when I need him!?

Kipper was gone last weekend in Denver, and then in California all week for work, so we got to veg and have dinner together last night on the couch with some wine which was nice! We have my friends wedding on Saturday that I am looking forward to, and then basically just getting things ready for our trip before the mayhem of a final work week and the 4th! Our flight takes off Friday night so it’s getting real!

Kip just saw a commercial for the Away suitcases and was amazed (I think by the charging feature mostly).
I had wanted to get him a new suitcase for our anniversary gift but he kept shooting it down (this was after the Yeti I got him was returned so I was desperate for a new gift. He has always wanted a Yeti and I found the perfect size – and on sale for 25% off! – and thought it would be perfect for golf, but turns out they aren’t allowed to bring coolers onto golf courses. Huh. Who knew!? My favorite part was him trying to love it because he said “It will be great for a boat! or the lake or something!” And I pointed out that there’s the small detail of not owning a boat. Or a lake house. I seriously never get him anything that’s a success except Lululemon Shorts and, like, that beer they only let you buy one six pack of at a time here (Tropicalia?)

ANYWAYS. He travels so much I thought a new suitcase would be perfect and he said “no no I don’t need a new one”. Now he see’s the Away commercial with the built in charger and has been on their website for 30 minutes! I guess I should just be happy he’s a cheap date that just wants some athletic shorts for every occasion?

But I just went to the website again and they have Monogrammed Suitcases!!
Be still my heart. How did I not see this one before? Two tone monogram and everything!

I think I narrowed my book plans down for our trip. I know it’s cheesy but I like to try to read something related in some way to the area that we will be in. I have never read The Book Thief and thought that would be a good read for our time in Amsterdam. I had ordered Beautiful Ruins for our last trip to Italy but never read it. (I read Dan Brown’s Inferno instead in Italy and absolutely loved it!)
Have any of you read Beautiful Ruins and would you recommend it?!
And then I still have It’s Always the Husband for a good ‘ol thriller in the mix which I found on someone’s book recommendation list.

The Book Thief // Beautiful Ruins // It’s Always the Husband

One of the biggest questions I have been forgetting to ask all of you!
WHAT TV SHOWS SHOULD I DOWNLOAD?!
You know this is pretty much the most loaded and important question for the whole trip!

On the way there I need to sleep the whole flight (seriously how do I get my hands on an Ambien!? I am the worst sleeper and will be up the whole flight!)
But the flight back to the States I need to stay away the entire 10 hours. Last time I downloaded the entire season of Dallas Cowobys Cheerleaders: Making the Team because I didn’t get CMT in Chicago. Don’t judge – it was incredible. I love that show and it was worth the wait to marathon the whole season. But it only lasted me probably 4 hours? So then I was stuck with the millions of pre-loaded Delta options, which were bountiful and I had a gay old time glued to the tube and reading a book. But I’d like to start a new TV that I haven’t had the time for.

There’s so many things to consider : How many seasons have there been? Do I do an Old Show or a New Show? Is it currently on air or is the show completed already? What genre is best for binging on a 10 hour flight? Or do I just do movies instead?
OORRRR is there a way for me to download all of the Bravo shows I will have missed over a span of two weeks? Because that would be the best flight of my life.
Netflix will let you download certain shows and movies to your device, so ideally something on Netflix? Otherwise, something that I can purchase through iTunes is fine too. I don’t think anything HBO or Showtime will work but if there’s a way for that to work, let me know and I can always purchase a season of something there too!
I am torn about wanting something funny or something heavy or what – so send any and all thoughts my way!

:: LINK LOVE ::

Want to be the hit of your 4th of July Party? Americana Wireless Speaker Fanny Pack!? Hell yes! No sarcasm.

I have this blue + white crochet bikini ready for the 4th! Also love the back detailing on this striped bikini and this embroidered bikini.

Pink Scalloped Perfection.

I’ve been on the hunt for a perfect pair of statement earrings and think I found the perfect pair.
A few others I am loving :
FESTIVE + BEADED // TURQUOISE + TASSELS // POLAR DROPS
STRIPED + WHIMSICAL // KNOTTED + OMBRE

A pair of my under $25 tortoise shell sunglasses that I love have been restocked! I also love this oversized tortoise shell pair of sunnies.

My favorite white dress that I have worn on several occasions here on the blog is on sale for 50% off!

The back detailing on the striped bikini is adorable!

I may need to up my upper-ab game, but this striped dress is the cutest thing I have ever seen. Would love this for Lake Como!

The back on this dress is to die for – would be a perfect cover-up!

I’m still addicted to knotted front dresses, and I love this pretty in pink tie-front dress.
two others I love : tie front and 50% off & lemon print with knotted bodice

I still haven’t found a bodysuit to wear with shorts + jeans (the one I love from J.Crew is all sold out in my size) but this bodysuit may be the perfect simple find!

This striped, open back number perfect for summer days is on sale for under $100

A navy dress with a tassel-tie back and ruffled hem (on sale!) is the perfect staple and easy to dress up with a pair of statement earrings or a fun clutch.

This dress would be equally perfect for a daytime summer wedding or a night out with friends,
as would this button back and criss-cross strapped beauty!

Any top with the name Pina Colada works for me.

:: WEEKEND READING ::

How to Make a Floral Ice Bucket. A homemade embellished ice bucket has always been on my list of “become the perfect hostess and have this at all parties”. It is so stinking cute!

Sex and The City producer explains how Mr. Big got his name.

16 Fourth of July Cocktails to consume this weekend.

I have never heard of this fashion designer in my life, just keeping it real, but her designs for Paperless Post are the perfect way to send out party invitations.

I managed to kill my succulents from Trader Joe’s. isn’t that supposed to be impossible? Apparently there are Black Succulents now, maybe I’ll have better luck with those.
Speaking of Trader Joe’s, an employee told me they are out of the Cauliflower Pizza Crust until August and I am DYING to get my hands on it.

A 30 minute at home cardio workout to kick your tush.

I know I always post book recommendations on here but I can’t help it! This list of Summer Reads is a great compilation – I feel like I am adding all of them to my list! (It’s Always the Husband is on it along with others I had been eyeing, like a new one from the author of The Good Girl!)

How to Stick to a Workout Plan once and for all. ( I met a sweet reader at spin Tuesday! still accepting any workout buddies for ClassPass dates :D) and you can dress the part in these adorable Pink + Navy leggings from H&M! The hint of Pink in their Yoga Leggings is pretty cute too!

Apparently there is no difference between brown and white eggs. So why are all of the cage-free or organic eggs at the store always brown?

Speaking of my love for Amazon, Amazon Prime Day is almost here.

Related to my “What do I binge?” question above : 22 Struggles of Binge Watching A Show and 33 shows to binge from Buzzfeed
but really….. What do I binge????

Cheers to the Weekend!

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:: Swimsuit Finds + Friday Randoms + Link Love ::

June 23, 2017

Cheers to Friday!
I have a low-key weekend planned that is much needed – I feel like we have been go-go-go lately.
I want to eat breakfast in bed like the picture above and read my new book that I am loving so far.
I’m just ready to veg and not feel bad about it.
We leave for our trip to Amsterdam and Italy 2 weeks from today (!!!), and next weekend we are busy with a wedding+ Fourth of July plans, so I need to get to work and get stuff done! My to-do list is growing by the minute!

I don’t know if the rain this week is ever going to stop, or if I will ever be poolside again.
Seriously that is how this week has felt – it has been that. much. rain.
But the next time the sun ever decides to show it’s face again, I have an inexpensive one piece for you!
I had ordered and tried about 5 black suits before this and sent them all back because the fit was off or they just weren’t worth the price tag.

// ONE PIECE CUTOUT SWIMSUIT //

The rear-end coverage in this one is moderate if you are on the hunt for that too! I know I get asked that when I post suits! And the low back is the perfect amount of low!

I’m still madly in love with this other one piece swimsuit, I love the style and I’m wearing it frequently – Kip is not a fan of prints but somehow likes this one, but the tush area is slightly more revealing, so if you want to keep it locked up around pool dates with the kids or your in laws, the black Old Navy Suit would be a better option 🙂 And it’s SUCH A STEAL!

I feel like the Old Navy suit looks identical to this one which has a higher price tag (but is under $150).

// CUT OUT SUIT //
I also love this cut out suit for under $80!

One other one piece that I took a chance on and am so glad that I did is this Maryisa knock-off. For just $26!
I have been wanting to try one of these for forever (and by these I mean a copy cat version) but never trusted they would be anything remotely good.

// BLACK ONE PIECE //
This one just arrived in the mail so I didn’t have time to snap a pic in it, but the fit is great and for the price the quality pleasantly surprised me. I’m not saying it’s the $350 Marysia quality,
but I think it’s great and will work with jean shorts and everything too!
Runs TTS I got a size Small. I love the lower back too!

also, if you have a bigger chest, my guess is this one will offer more support than the first suit!

:: FASHION FINDS ::

On Tuesday I talked about my favorite sandal of all time that is God’s gift to feet. Literally. And I said that if they make heels with these heavenly soles that everyone, especially brides, needs to hop on it. Welp! They have stilletos and they are up to 50% off right now. Be still my beating heart.
My Anica Thong Sandal is dwindling in stock, but two others with much more options are
THE ANICA SLING SANDAL and THE ANICA CRISS CROSS SANDAL
Three other sale options that I love :
CRISS-CROSS MULE // FENLEY STRAPPY SANDAL // QUILTED BALLET FLAT

I wasn’t lying when I said a shoe monster had been created by these damn Anica Sandals.

Eye catching Eyelet : The best white dress ever – classic but still totally young and fun.

I love the simplicity and elegance of these threader earrings.

This dress looks just like Ted Baker for a fraction of the price!

Ruffled tiers of blue + white preppy perfection.

The coral red color of this double strapped tank is gorgeous and would be great for any 4th of July festivities!

A reader pointed out that for my Wedding Guest Dresses post on Wednesday I had this gorgeous dress that 40% off in the collage, but didn’t include a link (sorry!). I ordered it to try for friends black tie optional wedding in October!

Would this dress make you look like Goldilocks? Ah, whatever it’s so stinking adorable.

These layered necklaces make such a statement, and all for under $40.

The pattern on this takes it up a notch – perfect for day or night.

This new-to-me-brand Thieves Like US has so many great summer options! Some favorites:
// TULIP HEM SHORTS // RACERBACK TANK DRESS //
// BLACK ASYMMETRICAL DRESS // OPEN BACK MAXI DRESS //

The embroidered trim on this bikini is everything, and would be perfect for 4th of July!

Buttons down the back + a lace hem? Yes please!

This Satchel Handbag looks just like my Kate Spade steal I found and love from TJMaxx. The color is so fresh and perfect for summer!

This dress is perfect when you don’t know the dress code for a wedding, and could be worn all times of year.

Another new-to-me brand that has great picks is Piper.
Lots of colorful pieces that scream happy summer and would be perfect for the heat!
STRIPED OFF THE SHOULDER // POM EDGE TANK // TASSEL HEM DRESS // STRAPLESS SKIRTED ROMPER // WHITE EMBROIDERED TOP // BLUE SLIP DRESS // OFF THE SHOULDER TOP // EMBROIDERED ROMPER //

:: LINK LOVE + WEEKEND READING ::

For those of you throwing back some cocktails this weekend (cheers!), the best and worst workouts when you’re hungover.

The new season of Big Brother starts next week! Every year they change the decor and theme of the entire house, and I am loving this year’s temptation and Adam and Eve theme.

We know that Bachelor in Paradise is back to production after finding no wrong-doing but here are two updates from the last day: Corinne’s boyfriend speaks out publicly (seriously? aren’t you supposed to pretend you don’t have a boyfriend and that’s why you were in Paradise?) and DeMario will not be returning.
Apparently the BIP Cast is standing behind DeMario and not Corrinne.

3 easy ways to style up the easiest party app – hummus – from Cupcakes & Cashmere.

My girl crush forever and the most perfect person on the planet J.Lo is returning to Rom Coms. I meannnn maybe only my mother and I will freak out over this, but J.Lo in Monster-in-Law, and pretty much all of her movies, are everything.

25 Things You Don’t Know about SNL’s Leslie Jones.
We have tons in common! For example, her favorite place in the world is on her couch in front of her TV.

I can’t wait to make this Healthy Garden Pasta Salad this summer. Looks delicious!

We may have to wait until 2018, but I am so excited for American Crime Story: The Assassination of Versace. One look at Ricky Martin as his longtime partner and I am hooked!

Tom + Katie from Vanderpump Rules break-up rumors are swirling.

How to make yourself work when you don’t really feel like it. I will be using this to help me prep some blog posts for when I am in Italy. My problem is things I use for blogging like Pinterest orrrr watching a TV show for Coffee Talk and then it’s all downhill from there….

Pantry staples to keep on hand for last minute dinners.

The Secret to Small Talk. Some people are just so amazing at this!

Kourtney Kardashian shared her recipe for her detox salad. (I just want to have access to those gigantic chinese chicken salad bowls they are always eating). This salad looks great, but I’d swap the salmon for something else, and the dressing sounds great too!

The more I try to start Coffee Talk earlier in the week to say everything and cover everything the more I am losing my mind! I didn’t even include any of my notes about The Bachelorette yesterday!? I had typed them on my phone and completely forgotten about them. Anyways, I’ll add them to Coffee Talk this weekend and update the post!
Spoiler Alert: THEY ARE MORONS WHO CAN’T SPELL. Especially the resting bitch face guy.

Yeah…. match made in heaven for the lawyer. Soul Mates.

If you need me, I’ll be on the sofa tonight with remote in hand, catching up on RH of NYC and loving an early bed time!
No Shame.

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:: Weekend Link Love ::

June 10, 2017

Today is National Rosé Day!
4 Rosé Recipes to try today.

The striped and emroidered dress dreams are made of.

5 tips for getting curls to actually stay in your hair – no matter your hair type.

How to get an off the shoulder top to stay put – my friend had told me a very similar way using the little strings that hold your shirt on the hanger but I had already cut them off so thank goodness for this!

Five off the shoulder favorites:
I love the vibrant color of this green dress!

ONE // TWO // THREE // FOUR // FIVE

Vienna from Jake Pavelka’s season of the Bachelor is pregnant with twins…. who is the baby daddy?

This perfectly simple staple of a top is elevated with the gorgeous knotted back. A must have to live in.

The best beers to reach for when you’re watching your weight. Cheers!

I love the gold detailing on the heel of these leather mules.

Shiva, fiance of Mohammad from Real Housewives and star of Second Wives Club, was on Heather McDonald’s podcast this week. She is beautiful and has gorgeous skin. She said she uses these peels from Sephora on her skin weekly and loves them. And they are priced really well! If it means my skin could look like hers, I’m down!

The perfect Business In The Front/Party In The Back One Piece.

There are such cute embroidered details on this blouse. Perfect with shorts or white jeans.

Amanda Bynes is back and sober; she speaks out for the first time in four years.

This dress would make the cutest cover-up, with the embroidered cross-back straps!

Five insanely adorable wedges on sale for under $50:
like this blue striped pair for only $34 !

ONE // TWO // THREE // FOUR // FIVE

I had never heard of this new story but the title grabbed me: Judge Overturns Conviction of Former Model for Killing Husband’s Ex-Wife. I meannnn can we get a Dateline on this? I’m reading the article and it’s showing her all pretty in court and then the court photo of her in the orange jumpsuit is like WOWZA you look a little different.

A neutral summer crossbody for in the round shape everyone loves.

I love this floral silk maxi for a summer wedding.

I need to get my hands on this workout tank and this graphic tank says it all.

Do yourself a favor and get yourself to Spotify to hear Ed Sheeran’s Baby One More Time Cover. He can do no wrong. Ever. Like his Carpool Karaoke with James Corden.

Speaking of Spotify, Taylor Swift is still participating hard core in this Katy Perry feud, releasing all her songs on Spotify the day Katy Perry’s single drops. I really don’t think this a good color on her. It’s like, take the high road. Come on. And apparently she has a new boy-toy (shocker) just in the knick of time.

My tie-front dress obsession continues. This midi dress is so cute and would look great with fun, colorful earrings. It also comes in a cute striped version!

Such a colorful and summery print on this strapless suit.

I’m headed out for a Mexican dinner with friends, and cocktails will definitely be had! Here is how to still drink up when trying to lose weight.

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:: OOTD Summer Dress + Friday Randoms ::

June 9, 2017

With Summer in the South upon us, one of the main things on my mind is attempting to look fashionable whilst sweating. And unfortunately, I sweat. So I have been in full blown lightweight dresses, skirts, and minimal clothing mode while shopping lately for summer and for our trip next month.
I came across this dress that combined a few things I am loving all into one:
A tie front top – A floral print – A midi length – A low back!
AND it is 30% off. How could I say no?
I feel like I can easily wear this with heels or with sandals. It is so lightweight and paper thin that it’s as close to being naked while being fully clothed that you can get. And seriously…. that is my goal for this whole summer. To look clothed, but feel breezy and buck naked! (Preach.)

// CAPULET MIDI DRESS // // HEELS under $30 //

I meant to share in my weekend recap that before we went to Chateau Elan Saturday morning for our anniversary, we headed to dinner at Two Urban Licks on the beltline for the first time. We sat outside and it was a great atmosphere with live music Friday nights.
We had the Fried Pimento Cheese Hush Puppies and let me just say Oh. My. Lord. They were amazing. We ordered those and calamari for an appetizer and neither of us was even hungry for dinner after that! But we split some more appetizers with some delicious empanadas and a beef dish of some sort. We really enjoyed it to say the least!

What I wore:

from left : KJP WRAP BRACELET // KENDRA SCOTT BRACELET // KATE SPADE FITNESS TRACKER // my own bracelet

My black scalloped dress is a TJ Maxx find, but I found this similar black scalloped dress (for under $100) that has the cutest scalloped cut-out back , and these similar pom sandals that I love.

// BLACK SCALLOPED DRESS under $100 // POM SANDAL //

Revolve is having their almost summer sale, with tons of items on major clearance!
A few of my favorites – all under $100 – below!

ONE // TWO // THREE // FOUR // FIVE

and scroll through even more finds for under $100 below :

I meant to have all of my weekend links for you today, but Kip and I were up late planning an extra leg to our trip next month (eeee!) . Well, we are hoping to at least! I’ll have an update on that next week!

So I’ll be back tomorrow with weekend links for you!
Cheers to Friday!
I am doing a charity Bike Ride through Atlanta tonight with friends dressed in neon clothing!
Wish me luck….. I only cycle indoors in dark rooms with air conditioning for a reason.

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:: Favorite Finds + Link Love ::

June 2, 2017

Cheers to the Weekend!
Today is National Doughnut Day, so get out there and treat-yo-self!
wishing I was in Chicago right now where the insanely delicious options are unlimited!

Remember when I made these beauties? I need to make some more homemade doughnuts ASAP!

I wanted to share a few items from the Nordstrom Sale that I ordered!
This romper is my absolute favorite, and it is 55% off! Still in a few sizes but going fast so hopefully still in stock (update: they keep restocking more sizes!) I love the cross front neck and the cross-open-back!

// BCBG ROMPER //
sizing: runs slightly large, this is a Small and I re-ordered in an XS for a better fit

This high low dress comes in 6 colors and is 40% off! It could easily be dressed up with accessories and heels, or worn with sandals for daytime; I love how a high/low hem can really take it from day to night. It is super comfortable and seems so versatile that I may snag another color other than the pinky-red that I got! I love the bright blue for summer, but navy or black would be great basics.

worn with my Tortoise Shell Necklace which is also 25% off right now!
// HIGH LOW DRESS // in four colors at that link
and THREE MORE COLORS (like that bright blue!) HERE
sizing : runs large order one size down, I am in XS

I wasn’t sure how this dress would look in person but it is super lightweight so it will be great for a dress in the hot months. I also like that it isn’t see through at all despite being so thin, so it can be worn as a dress and not just a cover up. It’s on sale for $38! And I love the low back.

// BLUE PRINTED DRESS //
sizing: runs true to size or slightly small in chest, I am in XS

Two things that are not currently part of the sale but that I tried and loved:
I eyed this romper all last summer so when I saw that it was back in stock and under $100 I knew I had to snag it. The fit is perfect. So many times rompers are way too snug on my ribcage and then a size up is way too loose and this fits perfectly true to size. The double back straps are so cute, and adjustable to make for an even better fit.

// STRIPED ROMPER //
sizing: runs true to size, I am in size S

As you know, I have had a bit of a one piece obsession lately. This print, with the cut outs in the front, and the sexy low back, looked right up my alley and I absolutely love it. It has lined cups too so it gives a nice subtle shaping in the chest which I always appreciate, and no gaping when you move around in it!

// PRINTED ONE PIECE //
sizing: runs true to size, I am in size S

:: LINK LOVE ::

Most important things first : Where to find free doughnuts for National Doughnut Day.

Looks just like my blue + white off the shoulder from zara, and is almost 50% off.

By now I’m sure you all know that there aren’t enough tortoise sunglasses in the world for me. I am loving some of Warby Parker’s styles (have any of you tried them? thoughts?) and love that they donate a pair to someone in need with every pair sold. My top 3 tortoise pairs are the Laurel17 , the Reilly and the Clementine.

Speaking of sunglasses, a sweet reader Nancy sent me this splurge versus steal!

// STEAL // SPLURGE //

8 Breezy Summer Books to Read if you loved Big Little Lies. I had taken a break from reading (unintentional) for basically all of May, so I am ready to dive back in!

This dress just like the Ted London floral dresses but at a fraction of the cost and on super sale!

7 Steps to Better Sleep from the Body Whisperer.

I had read horrible reviews on those blackhead black face masks, so didn’t order it. This in depth reviews seems to suggest the same. Any you try it, or know of a good mask for blackheads?
Heather Dubrow gives her 4 home decorating tips.
I really need to see a full home tour of Chateau Dubrow!

I’ve been hunting for some cute and inexpensive espadrilles to wear, especially for Italy, and these check both those boxes, I love the stripes!

This off the shoulder eyelet dress comes in navy or red, perfect for Summer and especially the holiday weekends and on sale for less than $60!

How to survive exercising in the summer heat.
(Or do what I do: only work out indoors with AC! Preach!)

Other things that Summer Heat ruin? Your makeup! Ways to keep it on your face this summer!

Four new arrivals that I am dying to get my hands on :
TANK // DRESS // SKIRT // SHOES
but especially the tank! for the tassel straps and criss cross back alone!

This print screams summer and lazy days and makes me happy.

I’ve been messing around with this create your own bracelet stack and want all of them!

My friend wore these earrings last weekend with a simple solid top and a low bun and looked adorable; they make an entire outfit!

Always tired? The vitamin you may be lacking.

sophisticated polka dots fun take on pretty woman polka dota

I’ve got to get my hands on this killer navy and white one piece.
another navy and white I am loving, but this one in a printed bikini!

The perfect answer to a lightweight summer scarf: this silky tassel scarf is too cute for words.

A few fitness favorites, all on sale: ONE // TWO // THREE // FOUR // FIVE

5 Plank Variations to slim your middle!

Hope you all have a great weekend!!
I’m off to my morning workout class at Blast, and I will be thinking is this:

soooooo then I’ll be hitting up a drive thru on the way home!