Summertime Sadness

It happens every August, as we are in the heat of the summer, suddenly there is this switch where all anyone can talk about is fall. And I watch with befuddlement those who layer on sweater and jackets while it's still 80° to have fall content.

But not here. Never here. It is summer until September 21st, and maybe a little longer, weather and photo backlog permitting.

         

The Rundown
White Eyelet Dress Old Navy similar
Cherry Pumps "Cha Cha" Oh Dear similar
Snakeskin Box Bag c/o Vintanthromodern similar
Alphabet Necklace c/o Gorjana similar
Liho Liho Ring Rudiment via Rocksbox
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Sunglasses "Eco" c/o Polette
Nail Color "Couture Curator" Essie

Linking up with Jeans and a Teacup's Flasback Friday

Beach Chic

The past couple months I've been adding some more bohemian inspired pieces to my closet, as it is a style I love to admire but don't often wear. In the case of this tiered maxi skirt I was able to get from Swap (get 20% off your first order and free shipping) for next to nothing, I couldn't pass it up. In the case of the fringe tote, it was just too fun and cute!

I know it is already August and I haven't had a beach day yet. Anyone who lives hours from the beach, feel free to cast your stink eyes - I have no excuse when I'm never more than five minutes from a beach!

Even still, when discussing future places of residence, being on the shoreline is a non-negotiable for me. I suppose it's because it's all I've ever known, and while I know there is plenty of beauty in landlocked places, for me there is just a certain amount of comfort in knowing the ocean (or the sound) is there.

        

The Rundown
Black Silk Button Down Joe Fresh
Paisley Print Maxi Skirt Cotton On via Swap.com similar
Leather Flip Flops Gap
Raffia 'Pinata' Tote Bag Kayu via J.Crew
Panama Hat J.Crew
Gold Fringe Bracelet Taken for Granite similar
Crystal Bar Ring Upper Metal Class

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Fabulous in a Flash

The other weekend I went to see the play "Barefoot in the Park" at The Kate theater in Old Saybrook, CT. The show was wonderful, just non-stop laughter, and the theater was so small and intimate, even in the balcony, I felt really close to the stage.

While I know it's not typical these days to get very dressed up for a show, in my mind it still stands, and nothing could be more simple to throw on than a maxi dress, for the maximum amount of chicness. The last time I wore this dress it was to my sister's college graduation, so it was long overdue for a wear.

I feel like I've spent a fair amount of time complaining that there isn't enough to do in Connecticut, but when I stop to actually look around, there is quite a bit! We have several theaters, and now that New Haven has College Street Music Hall, lots of really great bands are playing there. I actually bought tickets to three upcoming shows, Oh Wonder in September, Phoenix in October, and Regina Spektor in November. Now I just need to plan a day to attend Goat Yoga and ride the Elm City Party Bike!

        

The Rundown
Garden Party Maxi Dress c/o Cabi
Cork Platform Sandals MRKT similar
Snakeskin Box Bag c/o Vintanthromodern similar
Necklace The Cavernous Jewelry Box
Bracelet Vintage
Petite Double Moonstone Ring c/o Moonstone Magic
Sunglasses "Meteor" Ray-Ban c/o TJMaxx

Linking up with I Do deClaire's Confident Twosday

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