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}

style defined

Recently I've felt my wardrobe is in need of a major overhaul. I think it has to do with the fact that I am less than a year away from entering the working world, and I don't want to look the same way I did when I started school. I feel like this happens to me every few years where my style evolves and I just need a refresh; I have changed and grown and learned so much, and my style should reflect that. So lately I've been working on cleaning out my closet and pinpointing exactly what I want my style to become. Not to pigeonhole or limit myself, but I want to have a style mantra to keep in mind to make shopping a little easier and my wardrobe more cohesive. I have come up with a little refrain to guide me in the right direction and chosen my favorite inspiration photos to share, too.

CLASSIC, GIRLY NEUTRALS

WITH A BIT OF EDGE OR POP OR SPARKLE

BUT NOTHING TOO PRECIOUS

AND STANDOUTS FOR SPECIAL OCCASIONS

{all images via pinterest}

viva america

Happy Fourth of July everyone! I hope y'all are enjoying the day. I spent the holiday last year cooped up studying for boards, so this year I'm off to a pool party/backyard BBQ that promises to be a good time. Happy birthday, America!

{'merica manicure :)}

kate crush

Kate Spade is killing it right now. I want so many of their fun accessory pieces! Here are my top picks:

{bungalow bouquet cluster drop earrings}

{'palm springs or bust' idiom bangle}

{coated confetti collar necklace}

{skyline bracelet watch}

{oaxaca floral iphone 5 case}

{viva colores ipad sleeve}