Having a Moment: Off the Shoulder

Off the shoulder tees & dresses are definitely in the spotlight right now.

I love that they can be dressed up or down with a simple switch off accessories and shoes! And I especially love this chambray one that Kendi wore on her blog!

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Summer Lists

Summer 2015 Fashion Tips:

1. White is always ideal for summer. Try a cute take on it with a white dress and bright accessories.

2.  Swim suits are a perfect piece to invest in. I've mentioned it before, but I love a good one piece - they're classic yet unexpected. This one (it's actually a two piece but has the flair of a one piece!) has had me swooning with it's unique silhouette and bright pops of colour.

3. Best way to beat the heat: dresses! Seriously, they're breezy but totally put together. Find one like this one and you can make it casual or put-together for the office.

Coming Soon (Music):

 1. July 10th - Owl City - Mobile Orchestra

2. July 17th - Jon Foreman - The Wonderlands: Shadows (EP)

3. August 28th - Sidewalk Prophets - Something Different

On My Reading List:

1. Donal Miller's Scary Close 

2. Lisa Velthouse's Craving Grace {I read this book every summer}

3. Judah Smith's Life Is ____

On A Random Note:
It's Sevenly's 4th Birthday! I've mentioned this website a few times on the blog and I'm 100% a fan. They have helped raise almost $4.5 million dollars for various charities in their 4 years, all the while promoting these amazing causes through they're fantastic t-shirts and products. Check them out!

Top 4 - June 9th

cute take on cut-offs I'll be trying out this week:

tutorial here

book I've added to my list to read this summer:

CDs on repeat:

The Wonderlands: Sunlight ~ Jon Foreman

Seriously, this is Jon Foreman at his finest! I love the variety and the lyrics and... ok, I love it all.

Download now: The Mountain & Patron Saint of Rock and Roll

beautifully done up quote:

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Top 4

On my shelf ready to read:

get it here

Song on repeat:

Quote:

Lord, you have been our dwelling place
    in all generations. Before the mountains were brought forth,
    or ever you had formed the earth and the world,
    from everlasting to everlasting you are God.

-Psalm 90:1-2 (ESV)

On the look out for a new swim suit:

original post/photo here

 

Animal Crossing

Not a fan of animal print? Why not try fabrics printed with animals? 

This trend has been popping up all over the place. It's whimsical and fun, and on a dress or a skirt it's perfect for summer!

I love how Kendi styled this adorable bear (or are those cows?) dress. 

Ok. So.

Well, my July 1st goal didn't happen... but I'm back! And with a new schedule. A more relaxed schedule. I will still be around every Monday with a post but the rest of the week will be a bit more relaxed. Look, Song and Quote of the Day won't be scheduled but will arrive on the blog throughout the week! I might go back to a more scheduled schedule in the fall but we'll have to see! So... without further ado...

Easing You Into 2 Summer Trends
Here are two ways that I am easing into two of the hottest trends this summer: peplums and matching sets! Both of those things usually make me cringe, so I devised a way to sport both of these styles without going all out.

1. Pretty, Flowing Peplum
Wary of peplums? Try out a loose, flowing peplum instead of the stiff ones that you see everywhere. It still adds definition to the waist and a fun, flirty look to an outfit, but it's not stuffy and over-the-top trendy.

2. Matching Sets?
Matching tops and bottoms are definitely something that I'm not game to try, but matching big, bold patterns in the same colour palate is something that I can do! Go big and bold with your mismatched prints and ground the outfit with some neutral accessories. 

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Quick Tips for Summer Outfits

Tip #1 - Look for a high necked dress with a scooped neckline so that it doesn't feel too much like a turtleneck but it's totally chique. 

Tip #2 - Mint is the colour to wear right now. Pair it with pink and tan for a feminine outfit.

Tip #3 - Add a thin belt to any dress (or outfit for that matter) to create shape. Wear it at the smallest part of your waist for a sliming effect.

Tip #4 - High and low skirts are super popular right now. Find one in a bright hue and pair it with a white tank for an easy summer outfit.

Tip #5 - Bring an outfit together with a matching, light-weight scarf. Perfect for a cool summer day or chilly summer night.
Tip #6 - Want to make your legs look like they go forever? Try a pair of nude heels! And if you go for strappy sandals, less straps is more for a longer legged look.

Warm Weather Trends

Chambray Shirts, Lace Shorts, Coral = a warm weather outfit that's super trendy!