to market

H&M top, Forever 21 cardigan, Gap denim leggings, Madewell Transport tote, MIA Abie flats

Well, I didn't have anything mind to write until about two hours ago when I was sitting on the patio at The Local with my sister, and now I have to tell the world that I spotted Mo Rocca walking down the street! I am a huge NPR nerd and laugh incessantly at his show on The Cooking Channel, so I leapt out of my chair and stopped him to say hello. He was the kindest of gents and let me snap a photo, which I can't stop smirking at! It was so surreal to see someone I admire so much walking down the street in my city like I do every day.

Oh, what? My clothes? All neutrals with a bright red lip while I perused the Thursday farmer's market. But you guys. I met Mo Rocca. !!!

the boyfriend

Boyfriend jeans, boyfriend watch, boyfriend blazer. The definition of menswear can vary, but when a piece gives off that truly borrowed-from-the-boys look, its name gets a cute little reference to the man you may have borrowed it from. The general guideline for wearing boyfriend pieces is to keep the rest of your look sleek and feminine, but to me, piling all of them together makes for a perfect weekend look.

Edith Miller boyfriend tee, Madewell Transport tote, ASOS watch, Superga sneakers, Rag & Bone boyfriend shorts

As the weather grows warmer, I've been reaching for my boyfriend-style blazers and jeans more than usual. The loose fit is perfect for staying cool while still covering up in summer heat.

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.