grateful

In the spirit of the holiday, I thought I'd put together a little list of things that make me happy and grateful on a regular basis. They may be simple, but they never fail to make me smile.

I love...

FRESH FLOWERS,

polka dots, high heels,

sushi,

topknots,

lowercase letters (they're just cuter!), and SUNSHINE.

{heels image via cupcakes and cashmere. all other images via pinterest.}

long

Well, it was bound to happen. I've got long-hair envy. As I mentioned in this post, I got my hair cut in a cute angled bob about a year and a half ago. I love the style; it's fun and fresh and different from most of my friends' hairstyles. But lately I've been getting super envious of long, wavy hair just like I used to have and so begins the long process of growing my hair back out. Ugh.

{lauren conrad}

{audrina patridge}

{leah felder jenner}

a few favorites

I've got my eye on a couple of fabulous pieces that I thought I'd share with you all. New fall arrivals are starting to trickle into stores, and that makes me just plain excited!

{topshop ratchet strappy block heels}

{camilyn beth get-away dress, featured here on dallas wardrobe}

{j.crew scallop-trim mini in cerise- look closely at the delicate trim along the waistband!}

up north

I spent the beginning of the week in Minneapolis (if it seems like I go there quite a lot, it's because I do). It's a bit of a drive for me, but the reward is a nice little getaway with good shopping, great food, new things to do, and friends that feel like family. I always feel inspired by fresh ideas when I'm there, and this time was no exception. Here are a few of the things I loved this time up north:

{super cool place setting idea at arhaus} 

{new perfume obsession: slightly woodsy and oh-so-addicting} 

{mushroom and pancetta pasta from here that i'd love to recreate at home}

neon moment

As you've probably noticed, neon is having a major moment right now. I'm more of a neutrals girl myself (as I mentioned here), but I think neon is super fun to bring into accessories and details. It's fresh, attention-grabbing and perfect for summer. I thought I'd share some of my favorite finds for the "less is more" gals like me.

{j.crew factory neon stone studs}

{see by chloe summer flat}

{mossimo pink border scarf}