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what i wore

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It was a busy week! Whew! I barely even remembered to take pictures!

Thursday I was running around and taking the kids to lessons and all sorts of things. I threw on a maxi skirt and t-shirt in an effort to stay cool while running around!
top from LOFT | skirt from Target | Locket from Stella and Dot

Friday I was playing Super Mom and visiting class parties for all three kiddos for the last week of school. I wanted to be cute, but comfy enough to sit on the floor and play with the kids.

Saturday I went fishing. We will not be seeing pictures of this.

Monday I got to go on a date! WOO! I wore this oldie but goodie. I got this shirt at LOFT like 2 years ago and I love it!

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fashion friday: cute clothes for summer

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Its been a crazy week – but don’t we always have time for some cute, cute clothes?

Even with school ending, my cute days are numbered as I spend more time than I can even imagine at the pool making sure my son doesn’t kill himself. He loves to jump in the pool – regardless of whether someone is there to catch him/the pool is deep enough/the pool is even open. Its stressful. I spend most of my time yelling, “COLIN!” at the top of my lungs.

I think this new top from Old Navy is so cool. Love the flow and the layers – would be great if you need to camoflauge your tummy! It would look fabulous with some colored skinny jeans!

old navy, $19

This skirt is awesome. Love the color, love the chevron, love the length… LOVE the price!!

old navy, $26.94

You know that Piperlime’s Lime Sale is going on, right? Check out this gorgeous asymmetrical dress – marked down to just $39 and still has all sizes!

piperlime, $39

These are my favorite jeans ever. And they are on sale. IN MY SIZE. {must. resist. must. try to RESIST!}

piperlime, $112

And the whole Trina Turk collection at Banana Republic is gorgeous! I love this orange skirt!

banana republic, $69


fashion friday: summer essentials

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Every wardrobe needs the summer basics – these are investment pieces, people, that you will wear for years to come!

1. Striped shirt or sweater : For classic, go with navy and white. Or to update it, try brights!

jcrew, $45

2. White shorts and pants: Goes with everything, totally elegant.

jcrew, $145

3. Polka Dot Swimsuit : Whether a teeny bikini or a retro inspired suit, you can’t go wrong here. Polka dots add a fun, playful edge to summer!

old navy, $25



4. Tunic Coverup : Bring a bit of glamor to the poolside!

athleta, $74

5. Maxidress : the new classic!

piperlime, $54

What would you add?



what i wore

Melissa 4 Comments

Well, this is what I wore over the last two weeks, sort of. Several days were travel days (comfy mumfy clothes) and some days we were camping (just yucky) and a few days in Jamaica we were just wearing bathing suits all day (heaven).

I love this maxi skirt – I got it at Kohl’s and every time I wear it I get so many compliments! Its soft and comfy and flowy… I love wearing it!

This dress is from JCPenney – I love it! I wore this out to dinner on vacation.

And this is one of my favorite coverups – I picked it up two years ago at Target and it matches my new blue bathing suit perfectly!!

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fashion friday: beach bound

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I’m going to Jamaica next week. I just realized that when I started writing this post.

Which means I need to get crackin’. And by “get crackin'” I mean “get shoppin’.”

I just picked up this gorgeous dress from jcp for  our trip.  I love it! Its so silky and pretty and I love the pattern. And for $40?? Get two.


Hummm… what do you think of this? With red jeans, maybe?


I need a swimsuit. This one is so so cute. What do you think? I’m seriously into polka dots!

And LOOK at this dress!!!! Love it!



what i wore

Melissa

Friday, I was working working working and then took Colin to a birthday party. I just  threw on this dolman sleeve tee and my jeans. I picked up this top on clearance at Old Navy for like $4 in the fall! LOVE deals like that!

top: Old Navy {old}
jeans: 7 for All Mankind {buy here}
shoes: Target {old}

On Saturday I was on super mommy duty, running around to ballet, drama and soccer practices. I love my new anorak from Avon – its so light, so it defended from the misty rain without being as heavy as my trench coat.

jacket: avon {buy here}
tee: LOFT {buy here}
jeans: target
shoes: converse via nordstrom rack {buy here}

 

 

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fashion friday: its may!

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After last week’s freezing cold temps, I think its okay to say that spring is finally, FINALLY here! Time to break out the flip flops! Yipee!!

If you love stripes, this is a maxi dress for you! SO flattering!!

Ooooo. Hello yellow pencil skirt!

I love this dress. So so very much. Its HEAVENLY!

And these are gorgeous!!



what i wore

Melissa

Thursday I headed to Disney Social Media Moms conference. The first night, we had a party on the beach and I wore jeans and a gorgeous tunic I picked up at Loft Outlet last year.

Friday was conference day! I wore the same thing I wore to the fashion show last week. I just love this shirt!
shirt: LOFT {already sold out – similar}
jeans: 7 for all mankind
shoes: target

Saturday I was SUPER stylish while on the Wild African Trek at Animal Kingdom! How rugged am I?

Monday was a chilly and cloudly return to reality. Sigh. So I dipped into the neon to brighten things up.
jacket : kohl’s {buy here}
top: old navy {buy here}
jeans: 7 for all mankind
shoes: target
watch: Guess {buy here}

Tuesday was a bit warmer. YAY!! I started out with a belt, then took it off. It was so annoying. I think I need a thinner belt for this outfit.
sweater: urban outfitters {gift from my sis}
jeans: 7 for all mankind
shoes: target
earrings: cents of style {no longer available}

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fashion friday: eye candy

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I’m at Disney Social Media Moms today. Hee hee hee.

So I’m crazy busy, but I still have some eye candy for you today. Cause I love you all so.

I really want a white watch.

and cap-toe shoes.

and do you think this is what closets look like in heaven?



what i wore

Melissa 1 Comment

It was a crazy week!!

Wednesday I went out on a date! Yay! I love this raincoat. I picked it up on clearance at LOFT last year for under $10 and I wear it all the time. The bracelets are from Old Navy – they were $3 each. I bought this shirt at the LOFT Friends and Family sale!
coat: LOFT
shirt: LOFT {buy here}
jeans: 7 for All Mankind {buy here}
shoes: Target
bracelet: Old Navy

Thursday had a meeting. So I got dressed and all.

dress: united styles
shoes: target

Friday I wore a blazer and a bright shirt for a day of running errands and working my tail off.
blazer: loft
tshirt: loft {buy here}
scarf: loft
hummm… I sense a theme.

Saturday, Gracie was in a fashion show. So I went to help her and I think we both ended up looking pretty cute.
shirt: LOFT {already sold out – similar}
jeans: 7 for all mankind
shoes: target

Then Sunday I wore a cute new cami from Kohls with a belted cardi. It was chilly, but the top still felt springy.

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