


Camo & Embroidered Jacket: Trina Turk (at Mel & Mimi); Top: Target; Jeans: Joe’s Jeans (old); Booties: Lucky Brand (also seen here); Sunglasses: Tom Ford (seen almost always)



Camo & Embroidered Jacket: Trina Turk (at Mel & Mimi); Top: Target; Jeans: Joe’s Jeans (old); Booties: Lucky Brand (also seen here); Sunglasses: Tom Ford (seen almost always)
Sweater: Trina Turk (now on sale); Top: Target; Pants: Old Navy: Booties: Ann Taylor (old, similar here); Coffee Mug: Starbucks; Sunglasses: Tom Ford
We decided on a last minute getaway this past weekend, and it was much needed for ALL of us. Some days, you just need a cozy hotel room, relaxation and room service to unwind and recharge. And as I’ve gotten “older” I am very thoughtful in how I pack for weekend escapes. I like clothes that don’t require a lot of fuss, and this romper is by far one of the easiest and most versatile pieces in my closet. The options to accessories are nearly endless.
And look at Baby J. You can tell he received puppy pampering at its finest over the weekend.
Romper: LOFT Outlet (similar here); Sunglasses: Target; Bracelets: Tory Burch (old, similar here), David Yurman & Alisa; Earrings: Behind the Glass Boutique (Auburn, AL); Shoes: Tory Burch (similar here); Oriental Garden: Mandarin Oriental Atlanta
Here’s what you can count on for summertime weather in the South: HOT temps, HIGH humidity, and HEAVY rain showers. I spend most days praying for nothing higher than 90 degrees, low humidity and no rain since most of my work days are spent in and out of offices all across northwest Georgia and northeast Alabama. And while the heat and humidity often seems like my worst enemy, it’s really the cold that kills me. And by cold, I mean offices that I spend my time in each day. So, without making this a story where I complain about the bipolar temperatures I encounter every day, I’ll turn this into how much I love mixing textures – even in the summer months.
Sweater: Old Navy; Tunic: Talbots (old, similar here); Skirt: The Limited (currently on sale); Shoes: BP (also seen here); Earrings (that you don’t really see, which is sad because they are so fun): Target; Ring: gifted; Watch: Rolex; Bag: Louis Vuitton; Sunglasses: Michael Stars (also seen here).
A pop up rain storm threatened our date at Barnsley Gardens, but spending a few uninterrupted hours with J was exactly what I needed over the weekend. If I’ve learned anything this year, I’ve learned to take what comes your way and savor every moment. And in this moment, I just can’t get enough of this peplum blouse.
Top: Anthropologie (lucky you, it’s currently on sale); Pants: Target; Shoes: BP; Sunglasses: Michael Stars (available at Mel&Mimi); Bag: Hobo International; Watch: Rolex; Jewelry: Vintage, David Yurman, Alisa
Cape: Talbots; Shirt: Target; Skinny Jeans: Joe’s Jeans; Booties: Aldo; Necklace: Stella & Dot; Watch: Michael Kors; Bracelets: David Yurman, Alisa; Ring: David Yurman
My workday calls for conservative dress, so getting it right takes extreme balance. The LBD is a staple in my closet, as are accessories in fun prints like the leopard belt here or a punch of red lipstick. I find that some of the simplest pieces, combined together can make the perfect statement of “responsible, hard worker who loves to squeeze in a bit of fun.” Besides, I am only 29 (at least for another month)!
Dress: Zara (similar here); Belt : Talbots (currently on sale; similar here); Shoes: Christian Louboutin; Purse: DKNY (gifted); Watch: Michael Kors; Earrings (gifted); Sunglasses: Target
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)