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Happy Wednesday everyone!! As I promised last week, here is another installment of What to Wear Wednesday, where I'm sharing with you all my faves for a tropical vacation! Yes, I know, Summer is over, however I am in countdown mode (7.5 weeks!) until we go to Mexico for some much needed r&r!

Today's picks are all for a day at the beach, which I am looking forward to the most!

1. Knitted Stripe Tunic- The perfect cover up for a day at the beach, also makes for the perfect item to wear when grabbing a quick breakfast for hitting the pool! Cute and very reasonably priced, you just can't go wrong!

2. Bali Round Towel-  Beach towels such as these have been all the rage this Summer and for me I can't help but love this round one so much! I know at the resort we are headed to they supply towels to guests but I just can't help but want to bring this one myself!!

3. Jelly Thong Sandal-  Being on the beach or at the pool having a comfortable pair of shoes is just a must. Jelly sandals such as these are the perfect addition to any pool/beach day wardrobe. Jelly sandals just make sense!

4. Women's Straw Tote Handbag (Merona)- If you're anything like me you love to bring stuff with you to the beach or the pool. I can't go anywhere without towels, extra clothes, extra sunscreen etc. so for me I need a decent sized bag and I actually already have this one in my closet! I needed it all Summer lugging both boys to and from the pool! It will definitely be making its way to Mexico with me.

5. Blue and White Kimono- This kimono would make another great cover up. Pair with some cute beach shorts, or not, it's the perfect flowy cover up for a day on the beach!

6. Do Not Disturb Hat- Totally needing one of these! I love big summer hats like this and the added bonus of having it say "Do Not Disturb" I just can't say no!

7. Gathered Deep Plunge Swimsuit- And of course, we all need that perfect swimsuit. I am so loving this bright pink plunge one piece! It looks so flattering and I just want it so bad!

I hope you enjoyed today's post! What are your beach/pool/vacation musts?!?

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If you're anything like me you love Fall!

Seriously, it's the best season ever... I just can't wait for the cool weather to come our way and to be able to eat and drink anything and everything pumpkin flavored.

Andrew may or may not have already brought me home some pumpkin coffee ;)

... He knows me well!

Anyway, another reason I love Fall is because of the clothing.

Boots, sweaters, scarves galore!

But before we get there we have those few weeks in between Summer and the beloved Fall.

During that time it can be tricky to find something comfortable to wear.

Do you go jeans or shorts?

Long sleeves or short?

Sandals or boots?

The questions are really never ending.

So I have compiled a list of my absolute WANTS for this Fall season that can also be used as transitional pieces, paired with more Summer trending items to help make the leap a little more seamless.

1. Double Strap V-Neck Camisole from Topshop: This adorable white tank found at Nordstrom is everywhere. Or maybe it's just me thinking it's everywhere because I want it so badly. Anyway, it's perfect for transitioning because it can be worn under any jacket, cardigan, trench etc. Should the temps get a little too warm to wear your long sleeve item, just take it off and you have an adorable tank that pulls together your outfit even without the outerwear!

2. 'Bashina' Perforated Booties from Lucky Brand: Okay so these aren't on my wishlist anymore, but nicely tucked away in my closet. I couldn't help but jump on these boots this year at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. They were so cute and at the price point I wasn't passing them up. I really do think booties like these make for PERFECT transitional pieces because of the cut and the air flow that they get. You don't wear socks, yet your feet don't get all sweaty by any means due to the incredible amount of airflow. Hence, making them perfect for that transition into Fall and I dare say probably for most of Fall in and of itself. They protect your feet enough from any sort of cold that may be going on but not too much, like what you would get from full on closed booties for Winter!

3. Just Keeps Getting Sweater Dress from ModCloth: So I'm picking this dress for a few reasons. First, I love anything with a turtleneck such as this. I can't explain it, and maybe it's my mom's fault for always putting us in turtlenecks when we were kids, making it seem comfy and homey. Also, sweater dresses are just a staple for your Fall wardrobe so grabbing one that is strapless is the quintessential piece to have in your transitional wardrobe. Same as with number one, throwing a nice jacket or blazer over it makes it perfect when the weather gets cooler, however it's not a necessity and looks gorgeous all alone. Lastly, I would pair this dress with over the knee boots to help the Fall feel come alive.

4. 'Mellow Bellow' Open Cardigan by Volcom: This cardigan seriously screams comfort! From everything I've read this cardigan is light weight enough to wear in cooler weather but not too bulky that it's going to make you uncomfortable. I've always had my eye on this one as well. These types of cardigans are perfect to grab and take on the go with you when you are unsure about the weather where you are headed. I definitely want to add a few of these to my wardrobe here in a minute!

5. Off the Shoulder Top by BP.: Continuing this Summer's most popular trend into the Fall is definitely something I plan on doing. Off the shoulder everything took over this Summer's fashion world, at least in my mind it did! So anything off the shoulder, such as this top, that you can transition into Fall is a must. Pair this shirt with some skinny jeans, white or dark wash along with some heels you have the perfect outfit for a date night to transition from Summer to Fall. 

6. Cotton Canvas Anorak by BP.: If you haven't yet seen these army green jackets yet then I would have to say you've been looking in all the wrong places. I can't open instagram without seeing at least one fashion blogger donning this jacket, or something extremely similar. At this price point absolutely anyone can afford to add this essential piece of outerwear to their wardrobe. A little heavier than the cardigan's I shared before, this is the perfect piece to bring when you know your evening's are going to be a bit chillier. This is also the perfect jacket to bring while traveling. I'm pretty much guaranteed to add this jacket to my wardrobe before our trip to Mexico this Fall!

7. Cowled Sweater Tank: Okay so I'm pretty much obsessed with this tank and kind of need it in my closet yesterday. Along with the same deal as with the turtleneck sweater dress we talked about earlier, there's nothing more appealing to me than the same idea only in tank form. Even more so than the dress, this item is the absolute perfect transitional piece from Summer to Fall. You can pair this tank with shorts for warmer weather or jeans for cooler. Boots, booties or sandals all would pair excellently with this tank!

8. Textured Wool Wrap Scarf: For those who know me, seeing a scarf on pretty much every wishlist isn't surprising. I currently have an entire plastic storage tub stuffed full of scarves or every single type. One would think that would make me content, but no, I can't help it. Scarves are such an easy way to accessorize a look and I love the texture that it gives. Adding a scarf just seems to pull together an outfit in my mind. This scarf caught my eye immediately and I really hope to be able to add this to my box of scarves for this Fall. Not as heavy as those blanket scarves you'll see all over this Winter, they're perfect to add to an outfit that just needs a little extra oomph and it helps that there's almost no way you can go wrong by adding a scarf like this!

9. Lace-Up Pullover: Another trend that I have fallen in love with is anything that has the lace-up feature. It gives an outfit a little more laid back look and is perfect for a lunch date or just hanging out with friends or family. This pullover could be paired with jeans or shorts and look pulled together and super on point! I would personally love to pair this sweater with some sneakers and take the level of comfort up a notch! Definite must!

I hope this post has inspired you to create a fresh new look for the beginning of the Fall season. I know it has made me super ready to go shopping!!

What are your favorite Fall go-to pieces?!

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A while back I did a post about my favorite running accessories. You can go read it HERE. In that post I fawned over one of my favorite's, the SPIbelt, which wasn't even mine but my Mom's. I had grown very attached to this accessory to the point that I was going to be very sad to give it back. Well smash cut to a few weeks and some conversations later, I received my very own, LARGE POCKET Limited Edition SPIbelt in the mail! Seriously, I was beyond thrilled! My ridiculously large iPhone fit just fine in my Mom's standard sized belt, however with the Large Pocket belt there was so much room to spare! The beauty about these belts is that once you buckle it on you forget that it's there! When I come home from my runs I take my phone out to check my times, before I know it I'm starting my daily activities and quite a bit of time later I realize it's still on. These belts are like magic, they fit everything you can imagine all while feeling like they're not even there! Plus they don't ride up as you run, where you place them they stick the whole entire run! It's so important to keep essentials with you while you run, phones, keys, ID's and even some cash just in case, for me I won't ever choose another product over the SPIbelt and I highly encourage everyone out there to do the same! Whether you're a runner, hiker, biker or anything in between, these belts are definitely the superior choice!

I would love to see pictures of you using your SPIbelt, be sure to use the hashtag #SPIbeltStyle on Instagram and they may even feature your picture on their account!!

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**I received the belt courtesy of SPIbelt, however the opinions in this post are totally my own!**

 Top : Last Years Sale, Similar | Jeans | Shoes : Similar | Scarf

Jeans : Size 26

Outfit #2:

 Sweater | Jeans | Shoes

Sweater : Size XS

Outfit #3:

 Top : Similar | Jeans | Shoes

Jeans : Size 26
Boots : Size 7.5 (I'm usually a size 7 so I sized up a half and it was perfect!)

Outfit #4:

 Sweater | Jeans | Shoes

Sweater : Size XS

Outfit #5:

 Top : Last Years Sale, Similar | Jeans | Shoes : Similar

Jeans : Size 26

Outfit #6:

 Top | Scarf | Jeans | Shoes

Jeans : Size 26
Boots : Size 7.5

Outfit #7:

Sweater : Last Years Sale, Similar | Jeans | Shoes

Jeans : Size 26

I can't say enough great things about Nordstrom, yes their sale is great every year, however more than that, I have never dealt with such great customer service from a retail company. Every employee I have had the pleasure of dealing with, even when they were busier than busy, never acted like they were stressed or even annoyed by helping a customer. Yes, I know it's their job but still, job or not I have come across some very not nice people in the retail world. Like I said before, I brought my sons with me the day the sale opened and they were not cooperative, instead of acting inconvenienced or just flat out aggravated, the sales women came up to my boys, started talking to them and just tried to make them smile and let me tell you, it worked for a while! I never expect anyone to go out of their way when my kids are getting fussy, in fact when they get fussy I do my best to calm them down and get out as fast as possible. I just really appreciated the extra mile the sales women went to in that situation. On top of that their social media responses and overall help on those formats is beyond anything I would have ever expected. I'm not saying any of this for any other reason than these are my experiences and my feelings towards this company.

Okay, now that I have that off my chest, what outfits are your faves?! What items did you snag from this years sale?!? I'd love to hear in the comments!

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I'm just so excited to shop this sale, who else is with me?!?

I would love to hear about your favorites as well, let me know in the comments!

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I remember waiting last year and telling myself I would definitely get a debit card prior to this year's sale, well the time has come and yet again I did not apply for a debit card in time. So I am one of the many awaiting the 22nd!

While waiting I have put together some of my most desired pieces when looking through the online Sneak Peak! I will most likely attempt to get to an actual Nordstrom Store and try on many of these items before deciding what to actually purchase, however for the time being I can't help but browse the MANY pages of sale items!! I hope you enjoy...

My Picks -Round 1

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So basically I can't wait for Fall. I say it every year and it never tends to disappoint. This sale has me wishing for pumpkin spiced everything and crisp cool days full of pumpkin picking and trick or treating with my boys!

What are your favorites?!? I'd love to hear from all of you!

Stay tuned for more of my picks later this week!

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Looking for a last minute outfit for this holiday weekend?! Well here you go, some inspiration for your Saturday morning!

If you're anything like me you love a good deal and this weekend Old Navy is having an INCREDIBLE deal. Not only are their clothes on SUPER SALE this weekend, you are also guaranteed to get a great and high quality product for the price!

I know my husband cringes when he hears me say that I am going to Old Navy, at their prices it's always so hard to pass things up.

Anyway, my last trip to Old Navy I ended up picking up a few things that would be GREAT to wear this 4th of July weekend!

I want to share them with you in hopes of inspiring your weekend wardrobe and at such a great price point anyone can afford them!

Dress || Shoes

This dress is beyond comfortable. The fabric is SUPER lightweight but isn't see through! What could be better!? If you're planning on going to a semi-nice dinner this 4th of July weekend I would go with this number for sure! Cute, on trend and perfectly colored, this dress is one that I will be wearing many times this Summer, not just this weekend!

Shorts || Tee || Shoes : TJ MAXX , Similar Here

If you're weekend is going to be full of backyard BBQ's and family get togethers then this is the outfit for you! The shorts, so comfortable! Also, they aren't too short and aren't too long either. I am always on the lookout for comfortable shorts and not only feel great to the touch but also feel great and appropriate to wear!

Dress || Shoes

First off, I have to say this is my favorite outfit out of all four options I have put together. Second, I have never felt comfortable in this kind of dress, I can't explain it but I've just never felt right. The second I tried this dress on I just knew I couldn't say no and that this was going to be the exact dress I would wear for our 4th of July BBQ this Monday! Third, for $8 you just can't pass it up, heck I want to go back and get it in all the colors!!

Shirt {Similar} || Shorts || Shoes

Okay so i couldn't find the EXACT shirt on the website, however at this point you are going to have to head to your nearest Old Navy to pick up this gem! I was skeptical at first, I didn't think this top would really flatter any part of me, wow was I wrong. I can't wait to wear this outfit all the time this Summer. Another perfect backyard BBQ or family get together this weekend! You can't go wrong with simplicity and basics with a little bit of crochet detail!

So there you have it! My top 4 picks for your 4th of July outfits!

I hope you all are inspired and head out to Old Navy today and get your outfits ready to go!

Happy 4th of July weekend, everyone! Have fun and stay safe!

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Every now and then I come across a brand that I just know that I want to work with.

Arch Apparel located in St. Louis was absolutely one of them.

I can't tell you enough just how much I love everything that this company has to offer.

Seriously, this tee shirt has easily become one of my absolute favorites to wear all the time, it's just so comfortable and soft, I have to make myself take it off!

Being a Mom of two little boys, tee shirts and jean shorts are pretty much my uniform every single day. So it makes it so easy to just grab for my STL tee!

Shirt : Arch Apparel (c/o) || Shorts : Old, Similar Here || Sunglasses || Shoes : Old, Similar Here

I can't wait to add to my closet with more clothing from Arch Apparel!

Here are just a few of my favorites...

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I hope you enjoy and check out their website, jump on the STL bandwagon (even if you don't live here, it's cool!)

Be sure to check them out on all their other social media as well for outfit inspiration and new products!

Facebook || Instagram || Twitter || Website

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So if you're anything like me you have a ton of old wine corks stuffed away in a drawer somewhere just collecting dust.

I had been collecting for a few years now and have never really had anything to do with them, however I refused to throw them away.

I finally decided to drag them out and actually do something with them.

I had seen these letters that were made using wine corks all over Pinterest and beyond. I had never really paid much attention to how they were made, but it couldn't be too hard, right?!

Right!

I grabbed my glue gun, my wine corks and a small "L" I had leftover from another project that just didn't pan out.

Now I am going to share it with you in hopes of inspiring you to make one of these yourself or for someone you know!

What You'll Need:

1. Wine corks, quite a few!!

2. Letter of choice. I had an "L" I had purchased from Michaels for a couple of bucks.

3. Hot glue gun.

What You'll Do:

Step 1: Gather supplies.

Step 2: Put the hot glue on the back of your wine corks and start placing them on the letter.

Step 3: Show off and display!

And voila!!

Seriously, this is SUCH a simple and fast craft. I couldn't be happier with the results and it fits the aesthetics of our kitchen just perfectly!

What are your go-to crafts or things to do with your left over wine corks?!

If you give this a try please let me know, tag me on any social media or shoot me an email with your final project! I'd love to see them all!

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