Summer Essentials

Summer is officially here. Well, I think Monday the 20th is the official day, but you know what I mean. It is hotter than ever outside and all I want to do is wear my cutoffs, off the shoulder top, and cute lace up sandals! I gathered up some of my ultimate summer essentials below. From hats, shoes, bag, swimsuits - these are my favorite. Give me a straw hat, some rose water mist, that black suit and I'm good to go.

Ready for Summer

The first official of Summer is right around the corner, can you believe it? It is really starting to feel like it lately too! The sun has been out and the weather has been beautiful these past few days. Warm weather for me means it is time to bring out the easy dresses and lightweight pieces that make the days that much more comfortable. I love the details on the back of this dress, it adds a cute element without being overwhelming on the stylistic details - sometimes simple is best! 

Black, White, Silver, Repeat

Black, white, silver, repeat. I am normally more of a gold girl but sometimes I find myself craving the clean lines and crisp look of silver jewelry. Especially when paired with black or white, and especially when your silver cuff features a knockout crystal like this one.

Ashley Sievert Beauty

After a long weekend of moving to a new house my skin needed a little TLC. After a little pampering on Sunday night I woke up fresh and ready to take on the week (if you consider super groggy, confused, and tired ready - the joys of moving!). Of course since I am still living out of boxes it was the perfect opportunity to put to use my new products from Ashley Sievert beauty. 

I received the Mineral Velvet Cream & Mineral Finishing Velvet Powder (both in shade ‘New York’ which is a medium yellow tone) along with the Glow under Eye Brightener and a couple of super soft brushes. First of all, I had already tried samples of these and have been pretty much hooked to the under eye brightener, not only is it perfect at covering up those dark circles (totally needed that today), but it also is a great on the go to cover up blemishes. Read on for my take on these products…

Shop: Statement Chokers

Photo: Adam Katz Sinding

We've seen it for the past few seasons now and as far as I can see the trend isn't going anywhere anytime soon. One of my favorite ways to escalate a simple outfit is by adding a choker. I know, it's so 90's, right? Truth be told, it can be, but it doesn't have to be. Try pairing your choker with a simple look like a chic blazer in a solid color, or a plain white t-shirt. I have been partial to the thick black chokers but lately have been drawn towards more delicate gold styles. I like the simplicity of the thin black or gold choker especially for summer. 

Shop my favorites below! 

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