a shopping saga

J.Crew button-up, Costa Blanca vest from Parc Boutique, Gap jeans, Sam Edelman Petty ankle boots, Madewell Transport tote, Michael Kors watch, Revlon lip butter in Wild Watermelon

This button-up was the last one in store. Just as I was about to grab it, a woman picked it up and tucked it over her arm, so naturally I followed her around for ten minutes while she perused the rest of the store, then finally had to leave when she went into the fitting room. One Macy's stop later, I came back to J.Crew...the lady was gone, the shirt had been placed back on the rack, and when I finally got a look at the tag, it was in my size and thirty percent off. Clearly, we were meant to be. 

On a side note...want to know the secrets to caring for your Minnetonka Moccasins? This blogger bets you do! Hehe.

chambray and leather

 Chambray top c/o Lily and Violet, leather shorts c/o MINKPINK, Sam Edelman Petty ankle boots, Madewell Transport tote, necklace from Parc Boutique

Last night, I was able to attend a preview of the grand opening for the Lily and Violet boutique that's going on this weekend here in Minneapolis! I brought my friend Katie, and we had a lovely time shopping and chatting with the ladies in the store (and this girl!). It was a blast running around in shorts and a tank now that Minnesota's weather has finally met our springy expectations. Can't wait for the first beach day of the season tomorrow!

shorts season

We finally hit 90 degrees yesterday here in Minneapolis, and we're looking at seventies and eighties for at least the next week! I'm so excited to break out all of my favorite shorts from last year, but that doesn't mean I don't have room in my closet for a few new pairs.

Madewell, Scotch and Soda, R13

Madewell, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Club Monaco

And maybe I already snagged that brown Madewell pair for myself, but I'm not done yet. Since printed pants have been such a big thing the past few months, it makes sense that the trend should transition into warmer weather. A polka-dot pair is high on my priority list.

windy weekend

 Wildfox Couture sweatshirt, Gap 1969 denim leggings, Converse sneakers, Madewell Transport tote

I'm happy to introduce you all to the tote that dreams are made of. I bought this monogrammed beauty as a cognac alternative to my daily black work bag, but I'm having no trouble making it transition from workweek to weekend. And if you've ever wondered, this is my natural hair with zero styling! It's pretty straight with some wacky texture here and there, but with as much wind as we were having on Saturday, I refused to put any effort into it. It just ended up in my eyes and all over everywhere else.

bright citrus

Ann Taylor blouse, Costa Blanca vest from Parc Boutique, Levis 524 denim leggings, MIA flats, Francesca's handbag, Ray-Ban New Wayfarers

After the longest winter maybe ever, we are finally seeing some sunshine and green grass in the Midwest. With one more breezy weekend to go, we are all looking forward to eighty-degree sunshine come Tuesday! Off to go sleepover at my sister's while her husband's out of town. Stoked for girls' weekend.

sunshine stripes

 Elle top, Forever 21 jacket, Gap skinnies, MIA Abie flats, Ray-Ban 55mm New Wayfarers

I can't even begin to tell you how much easier it is to take outfit photos wearing sunglasses. You don't have to worry about looking tired or blinking. And then there's that whole cool factor....nothing better than a great pair of classic shades to make you feel invincible. I've been wearing the New Wayfarer style for years, but maybe it's time to shop around for a new shape? I don't even know where to start! Wait, yes I do. How about you give me back my aviators, sister?

saturday simplicity

 Top c/o Three Dots, Lauren Conrad jeans, Converse sneakers, Francesca's handbag

Browsing the racks at Buffalo Exchange and stopping at Starbucks for half-price Frappuccinos made for a perfect Saturday with my good friend Katie. After strolling through uptown, we picked up lunch before heading back to Loring Park. It still feels crazy to live downtown, but I'm loving it. Wish I had another weekend to run around in sneakers without a schedule!