Happy Friday

This looks like a casual spot and a great way to kick off the weekend! 

Here are some favorite highlights from the week: 

Love these casual embroidered dresses on Luella and June

Fave NYC Bike Routes on Guest of a Guest

Dad's Day Gifts on Piece of Toast

And More Dad's Day Picks on Damsel in Dior

Chocolate Chunk Brownies on Lark & Linen

Slow Roasted Pork Goodness on Spoon Fork Bacon

Everything gold inspired on Note to Self

Summer sneaks on Dreams & Jeans

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xo

Pretty Shoes

It has been a busy week. Jetting to NYC for work for a day. I couldn't leave without sharing these cute Ferragamo's. Their campaign speaks for itself, just beautiful.

Summer Party Inspiration

This summer, my husband and I get to celebrate with friends and family back east. We had a small intimate family wedding in December (just a few months ago;).  And in non-traditional fashion, we are casually sharing the love with friends via a weekend of gatherings in August. I've been pulling inspiration since last summer when we got engaged...It's not easy to do from afar, but I plan on being extra organized. Here are a few ideas for outdoor entertaining via Pinterest.

True

So true...our journeys are such a jungle gym of adventures, misadventures and many decisions. I love waking up and feeling like, I am exactly where I should be, but that is scarcely the case. I am someone who lives very much in past, present and future. So reminders, like this are particularly poignant. I have an appreciation for pausing to reflect on a feeling, and then dropping it, right there, into space, so that beautiful days, and moments can be experienced will full awareness. Today for instance, it is about 70 at the crack of dawn. That is heaven over here in Chicago. My husband and I were groggy, but slowly shuffled out of the apartment to go on a nice walk before the work day. Here we are, just the beginning of summer, it finally has arrived. Enjoy!

*pic via Note to Self

Front Porch

Sometimes I  imagine swinging, chatting, sipping lemonade, watering plants and waving at neighbors from a front porch. We are a in a high-rise, however I dream of designing this space to be cozy and welcoming. 

Serena & Lily Hanging Rattan Chair // Stencil House Number //  Mediterranean Doormat // Outdoor Pillow //  Whitewashed Baker's Rack // Boxwood Topiaries // Planter // Whitewash Sofa // Edged Fiberclay Trough //  Abbot Zinc Top Coffee Table // Mosaic Glass Votive

Summer Reading 2013

One of my favorite past times of summer is to laze on the beach and read. I am almost finished with the  books I have in my library on the Nook, and have stumbled upon a few lists with great recommendations for those looking for summer reading inspiration. Now all I need is some sand and sun.  {image}

17 Books that Should be on your Summer Reading List on Buzzfeed
200 Sumer Picks on Ted
Miss Indie's Summer
Popular Summer Books 2013 on Good Reads

Casual Summer Picnic

One of my favorite summer activities...Picnics! I love cooking, packing up a bag of goodies and heading to the park or beach with friends. Outdoor games, crisp chilled wine. It's my fave!

Reflective Glasses // Tory Burch Tunic // Home Made Cookbook // Ice Bucket // Scalloped Shorts // Pom Pom Napkins // Bocce Set // JCrew Sandals // Straw Tote

Happy Friday

Happy Friday all! A long week is behind me...looking forward to enjoying some sunshine this weekend. Hope you have a lovely one. xo {image}

Simple Bohemian Style

Ashley Pittman Horn Bangle // Daria de Koning Earrings // Steven Alan Tee // J Brand Relaxed Jean // J. Crew Panama Hat // Vince Linen Blazer // Elizabeth & James Sandals // Calypso Leather Clutch

{Currently Coveting}

 Love this Kenneth Jay Lane necklace on Gilt...only $35. Perfect summer accessory.

{Look of the Day}

I love this beautiful spring look on Atlantic-Pacific. Especially this Tory Burch dress!

{Strawberry Vodka Lemonade}

Perfect summer refreshment...{found via Rue}