Reminiscing with Silk Scarves

My mother's collection of silk scarves, that were always tucked away in the back of her dresser next to her jewelry, held various roles in my childhood. When I was little they were coveted accessories while playing dress-up, fastened on my head for a 70's inspired costume (perhaps that is my next look!), inevitably made fun of during my teenage years for being "uncool" and pushed aside as I would sneak into my mother's room to try on her jewelry and dream of getting married someday. 

Over the past few weeks I have been seeing silk scarves re-emerge and without my mother's stash handy, I pulled one from the back of my closet to accompany me on date night this weekend. It appears that silk scarves are once again a coveted accessory, but this time it is for the real world instead of the world my young imagination once created. 

 old scarf, loving this from zara / old top (similar look from lush & topshop) / express jacket (similar at free people & forever 21) / madewell jeans / madewell ring / aldo heels (similar at asos) 

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Sunday Browsing vol. 38

It finally feels like spring, can you even believe it?! Usually when weather like this happens I do a terrible job at taking advantage, but yesterday I kicked my rear in gear and was able to sneak in a run in the morning, enjoy a baseball game outside for my husband's brother, and even dine el fresco. It's astonishing how much of an impact a little sunshine & fresh air has on my mood because I feel like a new person. 

I'm hoping to sneak in just as much time outdoors today, but when I am inside, you'll know I'll be checking out some of my fave links: 

• to indulge: Callie, a recipe maven, shared  baked strawberry donuts, which I'm dying to make.
• to eat: I'm trying this recipe for quinoa black bean crockpot stuffed peppers for the first time tonight.
• to wear: a recent add to the to-do list? figure out how to pull this look off. 
• to be healthy: 6 reasons you should cut back on sugar. 
• to drink: drooling over these 3 recipes for colorful last-minute cocktail ideas for summer. 
• to read: Garance Dore's letter to her 20 year old self is so sweet & reminded me to have some perspective. 
• to shop: zara is totally my homegirl as of late. It seems like I love everything they introduce each week. I have this & this in my cart right now. 

Farmer Jane

Spring must have arrived, because wedding season is in full swing. This past weekend, I spent both Saturday & Sunday celebrating two of my college roommates upcoming weddings at bridal showers, and while everyone was dressed in feminine frocks something possessed me to channel my inner farmer jane. 

Don't let me fool you though, this girl was born & raised in the great suburbs of the midwest and the only thing that I'm semi comfortable at involving the word 'farm' is a farmer's market. However, after seeing this look I feel in love with the idea of a wide brim hat and finally found one it my price range at nordstrom. It arrived in the mail on Friday and since I'm quite the eager beaver, I had to incorporate it into a weekend outfit. 

crap eyewear sunglasses / brixton straw hat / baublebar necklace / zara dress (similar silhouette & a  summer version) / zara bag (on sale!) / old shoes (similar at asos)

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It's All in the Details {High Neck}

(left to right)

crop tops: free people / topshop / abercombie / urban outfitters

dresses: missguided / h&m / leith / modcloth

tops: asos / mango / zara / topshop

A few weeks back I was in LA and noticed a detail that snuck it's way into almost every store and boutique I entered: high necklines. A fresh update to the halters I rocked in the 90's, high neck tops and dresses feel unexpected for warmer months, when necklines tend to plunge. 

An added bonus, their perfect for concealing that inevitable first-time-in-the-sun chest burn. C'mon, I know you know what I'm talking about. Right?

What are your thoughts on the high neck trend?

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Sunday Browsing vol. 37

Every week, I am amazed by how quickly Sunday sneaks up on me. Like a ninja, I tell ya. 

Perhaps this weekend felt shorter then most due to an unexpected (but lovely) plans, aren't those the best? 

Here's to soaking up as much of this Sunday as possible before the real world hits tomorrow. Oh yes, and a few links :)

• to drink: spicy white peach margaritas?! yes please!
• to travel: 8 affordable summer adventures. 
• to live: a little late the party on this one, but could you do 30 day's of disconnecting after dark (9pm)? If I'm honest it seems almost impossible for me, which means I should probably try it. 
• to dress: Julia mixed prints like a champ this week, and I'm totally in love. 
• to beautify: rosie huntington whietley stirred up some major hair jealously this week. 

& a few sales!

• Gap: take an additional 50% off sale & 40% off regular merchandise with code SUNDAYS
• ASOS: up to 70% off sale items! I scooped up these culottes, a pair of sandals & a shirtdress last week. 
• J.Crew: up to 75% off original prices (say what?!) with code THEBEST. 
• Pixie Market:up to 75% off sale items. 

Old Favorites

For unknown reasons, it has taken my longer then usual to get my spring wardrobe together this year. I haven't unpacked any of my spring/summer clothes from last year yet and I just can't seem to pull the trigger on a few shopping carts I have floating around the web. 

As a result, I've had to get creative with my closet which has lead me to rediscover a few old friends, like this embellished top, that I had previously only reserved for colder months. 

old top, last seen here / banana republic jeans, similar at madewell (on sale!) / gigi new york clutch / c.r.a.p sunglasses / forever 21 loafers / movado watch

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Sunday Browsing vol. 36

After months of nagging Mother Nature, she finally caved. I woke up to what dreams are made of - sun and 50 degree temperatures, which are making me feel like a new woman. 

After a change of plans from the early arrival of my best friend's sweet daughter (can't wait to snuggle that little lady!), the weekend was spent catching up, going to bed early and indulging in a little al fresco dining with my mom. 

Hope you had a restful weekend, here are a few of my favorite links:

• to wear: making a mental note to copy Jacy's handkerchief accessory look. 
• to drink: say what? a healthy peanut butter jelly smoothie?! I'm in. 
• to shop (sale): hit up ASOS & get up to 50% off select merchandise (!!), J.Crew is offering 25% off with code SHOPNOW and 40% off your purchase at Gap with code Happy. 
• to entertain: the only thing I love more then a mimosa is a bellini, here's how to make your own bellini bar. 
• to beautify: after reading an article in Vogue stating that GlamGlow is Sephora's top selling face mask, I have almost pulled the trigger 3 different times this week. Have you tried it? Reviews?!
• to cook: for all my fellow cooking novices, 5 culinary school secrets everyone needs to know. 
• to click: this collection of vintage ads featuring women is eyeopening. 

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