favorite things: animal details

clutch // ring // iphone case (on sale!) // bracelet // shoes // notecards

Lately, I have been all about animal inspired details.  A hint of leopard, a touch of snakeskin, or these adorable animal notecards inject the perfect amount of (timeless!) fun into any occasion.  A word to the wise, limit yourself to just one animal detail at a time...

while too much of a good thing is a great thing, too much leopard is just terrible.  

xo,

transition into fall: accessories

 nail polish / watch / necklace / lipstick
bracelet
wallet / sunglasses / bag
earrings  / shoes / belt

Fall in Florida means being creative.  While the temperatures are still hot, hot, hot, I try to channel a fall feeling through accessories.  Ruby, burgundy, and gold give a jolt of fall to even the most warm weather outfit.  I'm also in love with these flats that look just like this much more expensive version from Vince.  I can see slipping these on for a quick grocery run, or dressing them up for a fun night out.  And how beautiful is this Rebecca Minkoff leather tote?  I have had my eye on a tan bag for work, and this might be the perfect one.  

Do you have any "go to" accessories to help you transition into fall?

xo,

friday loves

PHEW!  We made it to Friday...its been a long last week of June, and I am anxiously awaiting July.

Call me crazy, but I just want the bar to be here and OVER and July marks the final, final stretch.  

As an aside, thank you to Josh who notified me that I am 96.8778% of the way there...counting LSAT study time, law school, internships, and now bar studying (such an MBA comment.)

In the midst of the studying, here are some of my current "loves" that are keeping me going strong...

1. Starbucks Blonde Coffee - I could drink this ALL day long with just a splash of milk.

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2. Fresh flowers make the biggest difference...try an orchid next time you want flowers that last longer than a few days.  This one is going on 2 weeks plus!

3. Finding that quote on pinterest that perfectly describes my life!

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And last but not least - this tumblr page devoted to the terrors of studying for the bar exam.  I literally laughed out loud for a good 5 minutes this morning when two of my friends shared this gem with me. 

Happy Friday and have a great weekend!

xo.

loving ikat

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To say I have been obsessed with ikat lately may be a bit of an understatement.  I don't know if it's the bright fun print (perfect for summertime) or just that I am always a bit late to pick up on trends, but ikat is consistently catching my eye.

I know it's a bit trendy, and frankly, I worry that it will soon go the way of the chevron stripe and be totally overdone.  (I can say that since I still have a blog design with chevron stripe...)  In the meantime, however, I think it's the perfect punch to brighten up a space, an outfit, or just on its own.  

What do you think?  Is ikat's time in the sun almost up?

xo,