Obsessions

|| Inca Abaya Dress ||

I am in love with this dress / cover-up! It comes in like 8 different colors and is under $100.  Such a chic cover-up!  Plus it looks so comfortable- looks loose enough for any of you pregnant ladies.

|| Yosi Samra Cambelle Flats ||

Love these simple flats from Yosi.  They are made of the softest leather and would go with everything.

|| JCrew Laser Cut Shirt ||

I love the cut out detail and the boxy shape of this top.  Great to hide a Summer belly filled with too much food and booze.  Both colors are awesome and would look great with white jeans!

|| Blue Garden Nest Candle ||

This is m new favorite Nest scent.  My mom gave my a bottle of the soap and it smells heavenly.  I just ordered the candle to have as well. 

|| Barrington Gifts The Captains Bag ||

Since I travel back and forth to Charlotte so much I am always on the hunt for the perfect travel duffel bag.  One that is not too big or too small.  This Captains bag is the perfect size and what I love is you can design it yourself!  You get to choose the color, fabric pattern and then add your embossed initials.  The fabric is easy to clean and the leather is so beautiful. Two thumbs up from me!!  Shop all the Barrington site here and design your own, they also make awesome totes as well.

 || Brooks Running Shorts ||

I am very picky when it comes to running shorts.  I like them black, not too fitted, not too long, and flattering.  It is harder than you think to find ones that fit well.  These Brooks shorts are amazing!!  They are on the pricey side but worth every penny.  The fit is fantastic and they are breathable.  They also just came out in this gray fog color that I am so gonna order!

|| TBags Convertable Maxi Dress ||

This maxi dress is so gorgeous.  It comes in 4 different colors.  I love the necklace detail and the top part can be worn loose or knotted for two different looks.

|| Townsen Pineapple Sweater ||

Majorly crushing on this pineapple sweater. It is so darn cute!

|| Tie Dye Tassel Clutch ||

Swooning over this tie dye clutch!!

 || Jcrew Baby Tunic ||

I own two of these for Frances and they are my favorites!! This one is on sale and you can get additional 40% off with code SHOPMORE.

Don't forget the matching bloomers!

Life Lately

Did everyone have a fabulous 4th of July?  We definitely did.  We worked hard on our screen porch/patio area that we are trying to spruce up but had some fun on the side too.

I headed to Charlotte last week to celebrate my Dad's birthday and hit up Ikea to get some goodies for our porch.  Ikea with two kids was not a good idea, even with my mom with us we were totally overwhelmed.  I did manage to find everything on my list.

Tee Dress | Teddie Tote (on sale)

I found these awesome pots on clearance at Homegoods in Charlotte.   Normally I would have passed them over because they were blue and yellow but my mom talked me into buying them and spray painting them because they were so cheap.  I am so glad she did because they turned out awesome!  I used Rustoleam in a natural stone color, it is perfect for pots.

 After two coats of paint we planted some plants in them.  It is my goal to keep these plants alive.  I usually kill everything I plant but I am on a mission this time- I even bought plant food.

While we were in Charlotte I hit up one of my favorite stores Scout and Mollys.  I grabbed this Pink Stitch dress in bright turquoise. You might remember I blogged about my navy one awhile back, such a great dress for a great price.  I loved the coral I am wearing but it was a touch too tight, they didn't have my size.  Stop in if you are in Charlotte! Frances is always a great shopping buddy.  I wear a 4 for those curious about sizing.

and I just found out it comes in this leopard print version, you know I need this!

One of my favorite places to eat while I am home in Charlotte is Wolfgang Puck's Pizza place at Phillips Place.  I love the pizza there.  The crust is so light and amazing.  We shared a kale salad and the goat cheese pesto pizza and the spicy chicken pizza.  All was amazing.

Frances loved the crust.  My girl loves to eat.

Friday and Saturday my sweet Dad worked all day laying tile on our screen porch.  I will show some before and after pictures when I am done with everything.  The tile was the first step and we got it knocked out this weekend.  It amazes me how my Dad knows how to do everything.  He made this seem so easy.

I got down with the pressure washer while Dad worked on the porch.  We had no idea how dirty our patio and driveway were til we pressure washed them.  That thing works wonders.

Friday we took a break to head to the Yacht Club with some friends to hang out and watch the fireworks for the 4th.

Saturday we cooked dinner for my parents as a thank you for all the hard work they did over the weekend.  I was so excited to get showered and dressed after being in workout clothes with no make-up and covered in dirt all weekend!

Rag and Bone Nicole Tank (on sale)| Equipment Shorts | Kendra Scott Necklace

My appetizer spread for the parents.

And yes that is a pesky fly on the cheese, we quickly moved in the bugs were so annoying.  All washed down with our favorite tequila.

 A sneak peek of the tile my Dad put down.  I could not be more thrilled with the results.  I wanted it to look like slate and I think it really does!

Don't miss the new Piperlime sale.  You can take additional 30% off all sale merchandise for the next two days!  Use code EXTRASALE!

Happy Monday! 

July 4th Sales!

Happy July 4th Friends!  I hope you all have a fabulous weekend!  I am looking forward to spending time with some good friends and watching the fireworks tonight,  Sterling is so excited!

There are some awesome sales going on this weekend.

 Now is the time to take advantage of some sweet deals.

Lulu and Georgia is having 25% off their whole site with code USA25.

I am so wanting this rug for our screen porch makeover I am working on.  Shop whole site HERE

\\Indoor Outdoor Rug

I also love these hot pink pillows.

\\ Ezra Pillows

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Rebecca Taylor is having additional 40% off all sale.  Some major steals.  Use code RT14JUL40

I picked up this blouse in the pink color.

Not sure why the model looks so miserable:)

 

Tried on this RT dress and loved it.  Snag it on sale while you can the colors are so gorgeous

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\\ Enchanted Gardens Dress

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Shopbop did some new markdowns.  I am lusting after this Equipment Blouse, now 40% off.

Also love this Joie Tote that is now 50% off!  Also comes in red/white pattern that I really love!

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Furbish Studio is having 15% off their entire site!  Use code HAPPY4.  Shop the whole Furbish Site Here.

I am obsessed with this Palm Leaf Tray.

I own these spotted dinner napkins and they are my favorites!

 

On my wish list are these tortoise glasses, love them!

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JCrew is having 40% off all final sale.  Use code SHOPMORE

 This adorable Pom-Pom cover-up is already a steal at $39 then you get 40% off.

Done and Done.

 I just picked up these sandals in black and they come to like $35 with the discount!  Such a steal!  They are so comfortable too.

\\ Back Zip Sandals

M favorite Emma Ballet flats are also additonal 40% off.  Some great colors are on sale.

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Baublebar is offering $10 off any order $30.

I adore these tulip tassel drops 

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NDM Styles: Leopard Two Ways

I have mentioned these Leopard Shorts on here before but they really are a favorite of mine this Summer.  I wear them all the time.  They surprisingly go with everything, but of course I do consider leopard to be  a neutral:)  The are lightweight silk and so comfortable.  I decided to feature two different tops with them to give you an idea of different ways to style them and how versatile they are.  I promise you they will quickly become your favorite shorts!

Rebecca Taylor Blouse on sale! | Rebecca Minkoff Purse c/o Mosaic Clothing | Equipment Leopard Shorts |JCrew Ballet Flats

 I have wanted this Rebecca Taylor top, since seeing Megan sporting it flawlessly.  I finally found it on major sale.  Right now it is on sale and then you get an additional 40% off!  It is such a great lightweight white blouse for the summer.  You do need to wear a white tank under it.  I just love the cut-out detail.  Use code RT14JULY40 to get additional 40% off.  I am wearing a size 2.  It also looks great with white skinny jeans and cut-off jean shorts.  Shop the whole Rebecca Taylor Sale Here.

\\ Rebecca Taylor Blouse

 Someone got camera shy.  

Second look, is paired with my favorite Chambray top!! This top is such a closet staple.  I wear it at least once a week.  The back is adorable because it buttons all the way up the back.  It is a lightweight Chambray so not heavy at all.

\\ Equipment Chambray Top 

Sterling wanted to be in a picture but of course then didn't want to even look at the camera or smile, go figure.  I am almost 5'10 and wearing a size small in the shorts for those curious about sizing.  They zip up the back and have no pockets which I really like for a seamless fit.

\\ Equipment Leopard Shorts

The shorts are also available in this beautiful floral print.   Use code SHOPFAST to get additional 25% off this floral version.

\\ Equipment Lewis Short

I have to show a close up of my necklaces.  I found the Moon necklace at Scout and Molly's in Charlotte and just love it.  Anything with a moon on it is super special to me because of Miss Frances Moon.  The shorter Gorjana one I wear daily.  It is great for layering.

\\ Gorjana Necklace

I can't forget the ballet flats.  They are the JCrew Emma ballet flats and they are my favorites!!

So comfortable.  I recently picked up the nude and black.  I needed some neutrals as I had worn through my old Tory Burch Revas and was ready for a different ballet flat without a logo.  The leather is so soft on these and they are super comfortable.  Several colors are on sale now.

\\ JCrew Emma Ballet Flats 

 Shop both looks below: