Neon Lace & Holding onto Summer

As much as I love fall and cannot wait to pick pumpkins and watch the leaves change, I'd be lying if I said I'm happy to see summer go. To me, summer just seems different  - life appears to be slower, the days are longer, and you can be outside without a coat at all times (you may think I'm crazy, but how annoying is it to lug a coat around!). 

Since the temperatures where still warm this weekend, I decided to dig my heels into summer one last time with this bright neon & lace getup for a friends bridal shower.

How was your weekend?! Did you jump into fall or are in slight denial of the end of summer (like me)?

Madwell dress, similar look from Modcloth / J.Crew Factory belt, almost identical version here / old snakeskin heels / old blue statement necklace, great option from Piperlime / old nude clutch, love this sequined version from Mango

I Believe In // Autumn Walks

Isn't this picture a dream? It's not hard to love fall with this a scene like this. 

When making plans with friends, I usually fall into the same routine - either meeting for dinner or Starbucks. While I do have a deep passion for Starbucks, at times it can feel repetitive. A few nights ago, I switched it up a bit and met a good friend for an evening walk, which I now know highly recommend. Of course, everything is more enjoyable when the weather is cooperating, and mother nature just so happened to be brining the big guns that night - we're talking cool, crisp fall air. All in all, it was a refreshing change of pace, and I plan to mix it up more often now (or at least until sub-zero temperatures approach). 

I'd love to know, how do you spend time with friends? Anything unique to get out of the dinner-rut?

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Wanderlust Wednesday // Atlanta

Dorothy Perkins Biker Jacket & Sequined Embellished Dress /  Aldo Black Zip Boot /  Topshop Embellished Sweater / Miss Selfridge Coated Moto Jeans / Dolce Vita Fiera Flat /  Dorothy Perkins Double Zip Tote 

I've been to Atlanta quite a few times, but mostly for work or as a pit-stop along the way to family in Alabama. While I have managed to squeeze in a few trips to the Lenox Mall (hey, I've got priorities!) and Piedmont Park, I feel like I've only barely scratched the surface of what the city has to offer. 

We have some great friends that live there, and I'd love to visit them, exploring the city during the day in a dressed-up sweater and bright flats, and switching to a sequined dress for Atlanta's nightlife. 

Have you ever been to Atlanta? Anything that needs to make my must-see list?!

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Get the Look: Bowler Bags

1. Zara Mustard Bowler / 2. Urban Outfitters Blue Satchel  / 3. Dorothy Perkins Oxford Bowler / 4. Mango Studded Bowling Bag / 5. H&M Navy Bag with Gold Zippers / 6. Dorothy Perkins Red Front Pocket Bowler / 7. Forever 21 Croc Boston Bag  / 8. Melie Bianco Estela Bag

This fall, it seems that every bag on my wish list resembles a bowling bag, and as much as I would love to take a beautiful Givenchy bag home with me, that just is not what is in my crystal ball (plus I have a feeling it wouldn't play nice with all of my non-designer handbags). In the meantime, here are some great options, all under $100 - holla! 

Which one is your favorite?! I am loving the navy option from H&M - looks so luxe! Any other handbags your coveting for fall? I'd love to know!

A Chambray Fall

 The amount of times that I wear this chambray top is slightly concerning - especially  to those who interact with me on a daily basis and may be wondering if I have enough time to wash in between wears. The answer is yes, although just barely. 

It only seemed appropriate that I usher in the first day of fall with my favorite shirt and an outfit that was copied inspired by this picture that has been sitting on my Pinterest board for awhile. 

Old Eddie Bauer (I know, crazy!) chambray shirt, loving Madewell's version / J.Crew Factory white jeans / old leopard belt, similar here / J.Crew wedge boots / old military jacket from H&M, love this embellished version / Warby Parker Downing Sunglasses 

I Believe In // Stopping to Smell the Roses

This week while re-reading one of my all time favorite books, Ragamuffin Gospel (so dang good!), I was struck by this quote: 

"we get so preoccupied with ourselves, the words we speak, the plans and projects we conceive that we become immune to the glory of creation". 

This was one of those quotes that stopped me in my tracks because it is so true - at least for me. I am a perpetual planner - I am already thinking about plans for next weekend, what is going on the grocery list that I won't write until Saturday, & our travel plans for my sister-in-law's wedding in May (I've said it before, I know I am nuts). While planning can have it's perks, it also causes me to miss out the world around me because I'm so focused on what is next. So this weekend, I plan to take some of my own advice and enjoy the beauty that surrounds me in dearest mother nature - a picturesque (or should I say instagramable?) sunset, the crisp fall air, the warmth of the sun, and the beginning of changing leaves. 

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Wanderlust Wednesday // Boston

Tea Floral Blazer /  Jeweled Oxford / Leopard Print iPhone Case / Denim Skater Skirt / Pebbles Bootie / Cassidy Weekender / Image via

For some reason,  cooler temperatures have left me craving a trip out east to roam history-filled, brick-lined streets. In my mind, the perfect city for a fall  expedition out east is Boston - a city that is rich with history and has proven it's resilience and courage in the past year. 

If I were headed to Boston, I'd pack classic pieces that had a little bit of edge - the jeweled oxford and jean skirt feel appropriate, but fresh at the same time. Also loving the weekender from Sole Society - looks beautiful and the price is fab!

Any trips to Boston recently? What did you pack? Any must-see places?!