Oh So Lovely {Summer 2014 Essentials}

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I love summer. Despite the high temps and awful humidity, I really love summer. While I’d love to claim the Prada Double as the bag I’m currently toting, I’ll admit it’s simply a lust. But I do have some essentials for looking chic while praying for a cool breeze.

1. Prade Double Bag – My current obsession, and essential wish.

2. Essie Haute in the Heat – The name alone makes it a must…the great color is simply a bonus!

3. Jo Malone – Earl Grey & Cucumber – A light and refined summer scent.

4. Tory Burch Fedora – Because I love a fedora and I love Tory Burch. Perfect combo.

5. Fresh Sugar Lip Polish – Nothing makes your lips feel as lux as this scrub, which has become part of my night time routine.

6. Birkenstocks – I know. I’m shocked, too. I’ve actually pinched myself a few times. The 80’s had a comeback, why not something from the 90’s?

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John and I took a long-weekend road trip to Rosemary Beach this weekend, and I didn’t realize how much a mini-vacation was just what I needed until my toes touched the sand. From great weather to fine food to market shopping, the weekend was absolutely perfect, and I am so glad we talked ourselves into driving South at the last minute.

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Dress: Kate Spade (currently on sale); Earrings: gifted; Necklace: Stella & Dot (old, similar here); Bracelets: Kate Spade; Ring: David Yurman; Watch: Michael Kors; Clutch: Tory Burch; Shoes: Diane von Furstenberg (also seen here); Sunglasses: Old Navy / First Photo: Dinner at V Seagrove

Georgia Peach

Nothing says summer in the South more than an ice cold Coke and fresh peaches, which were the inspiration for this weekend’s outings with friends.

T-shirt: Gap (similar here); Jeans: Target; Shoes: Diane von Furstenberg; Bag: Shiraleah (similar here); Scarf: Target (really loving this one on sale at Barney’s); Sunglasses: Missoni; Earrings: Unknown; Watch: Michael Kors; Bracelets: Kate Spade, David Yurman, Unknown; Wooden Bracelet: LOFT (old, but similar here)