Sunday Browsing vol. 13

Happy Father's Day friends! I'm wishing you all a day that allows time for a conversation, whether it be short or long with the man who was your first love. I just got back last night from visiting my dad and family in Pennsylvania, and I always leave grateful heart. Time with family is just really good. 

In between time spent with your Pops today, here are a few links to enjoy!

• to shop: I've haven't been too excited about the backpack trend to date, but this number is quickly changing my mind
• to really shop: I discovered the UK based shop Olive Clothing this week online and have literally been to their site everyday eyeing my faves.
• to read: I'm currently reading (& loving!) Lean In, so I naturally loved this article on Darling Magazine's blog. 
• to blog: I discovered Kayla's blog Not Your Standard recently and it's already one that I'm checking everyday - her style is flawless. 
• to eat: My husband has a pretty healthy love affair with chicken & waffles, so the appetizer version that Erin shared this week will be on our menu ASAP. 
• to inspire: for this week's daily dose of home inspiration (or slight envy in my case), check out this recent home tour on The Everygirl. 

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Wanderlust Wednesday // Austin, Texas

top / necklace / cross body bag / sandals / jeans / clutch / dress / heels

If I'm honest, Austin wasn't a city that first topped my list of must-see places, but lately I've found myself in conversations where it is continually praised as a must-see travel destination. With the growing popularity of SXSW and the rich culture that I continually hear of, I am happy to report that the city has officially made it on the long-weekend away list. 

When I make my way to the city that is said to be in the middle of a cultural renaissance, I plan to pack laid back looks for the days spent exploring and perhaps a dress or two that are a little unexpected. And since I went down the rabbit hole known as airbnb last night, here's a fun alternative to an Austin hotel. 

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Loving Lately // High-Waisted Swimwear

one / two: top & bottom / three: top & bottom / four: top & bottom / five: top & bottom / six: top & bottom / seven / eight

I realized as I unpacked my summer clothes a few weeks ago that my bathing suit line-up is rather sad. I'm pretty sure the last bikini I bought was for my honeymoon a year and a half ago, and the rest date back to my college days. Needless to say, my current collection is a little sad. 

Never fear though, because my good friend the high-waisted bikini is here to help a sister out. After buying my first pair of high-waisted jeans and expressing my love for all things riding high, it only seemed natural to round up my high-waisted bikini faves.

What's your go-to suit style this summer?

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Misson Accomplished

Happy Monday Friends! Anyone else forget to set their alarm to "on" this morning? no? just me? Chalk it up to case of the Mondays I suppose. 

When I started a new job a little over a year ago, it was no longer a requirement to dress in business casual attire everyday. Immediately the portion of my closet (and budget!) dedicated to clothes I would only wear to the office diminished and close to anything I bought was suitable for both work and play. With the graphic tee trend starting at the same time, I was determined to find a few options that I could dress up or down - however that searched proved to be a bit challenging. For whatever reason, I graphic tee would be on my mental "to-buy" list every month, but I never could find any that I love. Enter the tees created by Julie of Sincerely Jules (also found here). There are so many great designs, and fit perfectly. Mission accomplished.

sincerely jules tee / sunglasses / tinley road shorts (last seen here) / timex watch (similar) / target clutch / zara heels 

Wanderlust Wednesday // Charleston

top / shorts / denim vest / clutch / sunglasses / dress / cuff / sandals

For spring break my senior year of college, all of my housemates and I went on a 5 day cruise to the Bahamas. It was such a fun trip and the perfect way to celebrate our last year in school together. The icing on the cake to a sun-filled week at sea was Charleston, the dock city of our cruise. When we got back, we spent the entire day wandering the streets of downtown Charleston, shopping, and semi-wishing (at least for a minute) that we had set our sights on College of Charleston instead of Ohio State. 

It is a picturesque town, and although I haven't been back since but the city is high on the list as a destination for a long weekend away. 

Have you been to Charleston? What are you favorite things to do/see?!

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5 Ideas For: Summer Hair

If you're a reader of this blog, it will come as no surprise to you that experimenting with new hairstyles is not exactly my thing. For whatever reason, I get easily frustrated when it comes to hair, and lose my patience quickly. This is why in the summer, my hair typical gets thrown into a bun on the top of my head, that looks nothing close to as chic as this. 

This summer though, I'd like to step out of my comfort zone so I rounded up a few looks that I'd love to try. Help a sister out - what's your favorite way to wear your hair in warmer months?

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Drop it Low

After spending too many mornings staring at my closet for over 20 minutes (I acknowledge that this is sad, but it's also true), I decided to take a new approach to shopping. I realized my closet was filled with pieces that I considered to be "just okay". For me this meant they weren't basics or particularly on-trend items, but instead somewhere between the two, resulting in what I considered to be a rather un-inspiring collection of clothes.

With this is mind, I've recently made an effort to purchase clothing that only falls in one extreme (basics or on-trend) instead of a compromise between the two. Of course, these buckets can take on different interpretations for everyone, but for me this drop-waist dress, which cues me to sing drop it low everytime I think about it, was a step in the direction of a basic - a flattering silhouette that can be dressed up or down. 

baublebar necklace / tildon dress (sold out, love this t-shirt version) / kelsi dagger sandals (last year, love these) /  clutch, last seen here