The Beach Edit Obsessions

I can't believe our trip to the Caribbean is 4 weeks away.  It feels like we booked it so long ago!  Our pool just opened this last weekend too so between that and our upcoming vacation I have swimwear, cover-ups and resort wear on the brain.  I wanted to share a few favorites.

|| Beach Blouse

I love the gorgeous colors and embroidery. 

|| Madewell Bikini

I love this Madewell bikini.

  || Sun Maxi Dress

This dress comes in 5 different colors and is under $100.  It can double as a cover-up or dress.

|| Madewell Woven Tassel Tote'

The cutest beach bag.

|| Milly Cover-up (on sale)

Love the white with neon accents!

|| OndadeMar Cover-up (on sale)

This cover-up was just reduced and I can't stop thinking about it!

|| Luli Fama Cuba Bikini

I think this is the cutest bikini.  The back of the top has tassel details too. 

 || Le Specs

Love these sunnies and the price is great too only $69!

|| Pineapple Straw Tote

You might remember this from my post yesterday.  I bought this tote and just love it.  It is even better in person than I thought it would be.  Such a great beach tote and not terribly expensive under $55.

Also comes in a clutch version

|| Cecily Beach Hat

The black and white stripes are so chic.  I love a wide rim hat to block my face from the sun.

|| Hana Blouse

I love the idea of this paired with jean shorts.

|| Elephant Tank

Love the adorable print on this tank. I live in cotton tees and tanks in the Summer paired with my cut-off jean shorts.

|| DV Gladiator Sandals

Huge fan of Dolce Vita shoes, for the price they are always on point.  These come in silver and black too.

 || Kate Spade Flamingo Cover-up

 I am sucker for anythng with a flamingo.  The back of this cover-up is just as cute as the front.

The matching bikini is also adorable.

and these flamingo shoes- love!

|| Tassel Necklace

This would look great with a maxi or tossed on with a cover-up.  Under $40.

|| Splendid Crete Flats

I love the metallic gold.  It would look so good with shorts or dresses.

|| Marc Jacobs One Piece

I have a black strapless one piece that is hands down my favorite suit.  I bought it before I had Sterling and I still wear it.  They never go out of style and are always classic.  I love the back detail of this one too.

|| Beach Towel

I love this large beach towel with fringe detail. It comes in 3 other colors too.

 || Beauty Counter Sunscreen

I will be using this sunscreen all Summer.  No chemicals or anything weird in it.

 

Life Lately

I hope everyone had a super special Mother's Day.  I know I certainly did.

A few snippets of life lately.

Monday after school I took the kids to Sugar Bakeshop.  I had not been there in forever and forgot how amazing all their treats are.  The kids were in hog heaven with their cupcakes.  We sampled 4 different ones and they all were delicious.  My favorite was the mint.

Last week's repeat outfit.

Blouse (on sale ) | Shoes | Shorts | Necklace | Sunglasses

Potted some new plants for our front porch.

Found a new lunch I am addicted to, thanks to my friend Liz.

Lettuce wraps.  Layer lettuce with mashed avocado with lemon juice and red pepper flakes + roasted white beans + hard boiled eggs + radishes.  So easy and tasty.

To roast white beans- just toss in olive oil with salt and pepper and roast at 350 degrees about 20 minutes.  It gives them great flavor and a bit of crunch.

 This maxi dress arrived that I ordered.  It is such a steal under $85 and the colors are amazing in person.  This would be great for a Summer wedding or event.

|| BB Dakota Maxi Dress

Could not stop laughing at Frances as she tried to casually steal a chocolate milk at Starbucks.  She looked so guilty like who me??

Friday night we ordered pizza and played games.  Sterling picked Go Fish. We love our Friday pizza + game nights.

I am getting so excited about our vacation in 4 weeks!  I finally busted out of my comfort zone and bought a bikini.

Pom Pom Dress | Gold Shoes | Palm Romper | Pineapple Tote | Cowrie Necklace | Bikini

 Saturday we went to Taylor's 3rd Birthday Party.   I swear my girl Caycee hosts the best birthday parties. She gets every single detail right.  

How gorgeous are the flowers??

All the ladies had a blast catching up!

I spent Sunday with the family. I hate I didn't get to spend it with my mom but grateful for these two angels.

We enjoyed a lunch picnic.

Then Matt took Sterling to go swim since our pool just opened and I got to enjoy some time alone.  I actually read a few magazines it was so nice.

Then we headed to the Yacht Club for happy hour and to let the kids play.  After rain for a few days it was nice for some sun.

Sterling snapped this picture of me and I love it, I was so happy I had such a special Mother's Day.

Tee | Shorts | Sandals | Glasses

I requested hot dogs for my dinner.  I love a good chili dog and these were amazing.

Perfect ending to Mother's Day.

Happy Monday

Saturday's Top 5 Deals

 Happy Saturday!  We are up bright and early for a soccer game! 

ONE | Saks did some new markdowns

This Joie Top I own is reduced. 40% off.

|| Joie Esme Blouse

This Mara Hoffman fabulous dress is also reduced!  I just ordered for our upcoming vacation!

|| Mara Hoffman Dress

Love the pattern on this Tory Burch tee shirt Dress.  

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TWO | Several of you wanted to know about the dress I wore this week. It was sold out but is now back in stock!  Not on sale but it sales out fast so wanted to share

|| Mara Hoffman Dress 

also in purple

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THREE | 30% off all sale merchandise at JCrew.

Use code SALETREAT

Frances has this dress and it is just the cutest thing.  On sale plus 30% off

Neon Dress

 

We also have this tassel stripe top.  On sale as well.

and I picked up this in the store.  Such a cute fit.

Combo Sweater- runs really large I am wearing the xxs

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FOUR | 30% off regular merchandise at Banana Republic

Loving this patio dress from Banana Republic, currently 30% off.

|| Tie Dye Patio Dress

Also really like this ikat bikini and it's reversible.  I have a bikini from BR that is probably 5 years old and still in great shape!  Currently on sale as well.

|| Ikat Suit

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FIVE | Forever 21 Tee Shirt Dress

This beauty is $15 and so comfy!  I am wearing a size medium.

Happy Saturday and Happy Shopping!

Flower Power

I fell in love with the style and embroidery of this dress.   Plus it is so comfortable.  Feels like pajamas, so loose and airy.

This dress comes in like 5 different colors and I honestly had a hard time deciding which one to choose.  I chose the magenta mainly because they had a small in it, but of course now there are other options in a small.  Plus I love the pink for Summer.

The dress runs TTS, I am wearing the size small.  It is a loose fitting silhouette. 

Emma Dress (in 4 colors including pink) | Purse | Sandals (on sale) | Earrings

Emma Dress in black or orange or white

The back is one of my favorite parts of the dress.  It is open but you can still wear a regular bra with it. That is a winning situation right there.

 A close up of the floral embroidery detail.

This purse is my everyday purse.  I carry it everywhere.  I am now totally a bucket tote convert.  I am obsessed with this one. It fits way more in than you think it would and it's cute!

I am carrying the desert rose color but I also love the white and stone colors for Summer.

My Tory Burch sandals are currently on sale.  Also in a snakeskin version.

I love that the purse has two different strap options as well. Long or short you decide. 

I think this dress could also easily be dressed up with heels and some statement jewelry for a dressier occasion.  A double duty dress if you will.

I am pretty sure I will be living in this comfy dress and I even think you could wear it in the fall paired with tights and booties.

You can shop my look below!

Photo credit | Rick Dean Photography

Tory Burch New MarkdownsI

I just wanted to let you girls know Tory Burch just did new mark downs.  If you need Summer shoes now is a great time to buy, so many of the sandals are on sale! Sizes are going fast though.

I am trying to decide between these and these.

Here are a few other favorites!