Tara Colleen: Oshkosh

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sticks and stones

by no means is today the last of family Friday (selfishly, I plan to continue this series indefinitely because I just love having all the pictures of the boys!!), but today does mark our final post at the Hype Park Polo Club. the family was so incredibly generous to let us take over their property and roam the grounds for the afternoon. I am at this moment planning, what is sure to be, an over the top Christmas card hopefully taking place in the barn between those big red doors!!

those very doors were my inspiration for all the looks I pulled for our shoot. if you look back, you'll notice all our outfits are classic colors (mostly olive) and barn friendly!! so today it was all about the red!! something about army green and red just speaks to me! its not an obvious pairing, but it always looks sharp together. I went all white for the base of my look with my favorite envelope skort, seen first HERE and again HERE. the lace tee is a bit daring, which is clearly why I chose it (wink wink) and taking note from yesterdays post, I layered a strappy white bra top underneath to keep my tatas appropriately covered. this jacket is an oldie, but a goodie, and was actually first seen in my second blog post!! as you can see, I like it paired with white, but I do also layer it over a rocker tee or striped tank from time to time. I stuck with white for the bag as well and in playing with the diamond pockets, I layered on diamond and Lucite accessories. the Lucite is also what tied in these patent red pumps!! im sure you've seen plenty of them by now, but I just cant get enough!! and for sure they will be popping up all over the blog for fall.

both the boys are again playing off my color palate without really matching, you know how we do! I like to encourage their own sense of style, and trust me, they definitely are opposites when it comes to fashion choices!! Phoenix is still my budding stylist, always wanting to pick out what everyone wears and making sure it matches. its too funny. Lincoln on the other hand, would just prefer to be naked. he's a typical boy, putting it all out there for the world to see!

"raise your words, not your voice. it is rain that grows flowers, not thunder"

ALL IMAGES MARIE RODRIGUEZ

lace top // bralette // skort - all via styleXchange

utility jacket H&M (old) similar here // cross body bag H&M similar here //

aviators American Eagle // patent heels GoJane // lucite "team linc" necklace Moon & Lola //

diamond chain Belk // watch Michael Kors

Nix: tee Oshkosh // denim jacket Carter's // shorts GAP // sneaks Converse // wayfarer Target

Linc: henley GAP // camo cargos Children's Place // sneaks Converse

linking up with: style elixir // rachel the hat // sabby style // simple sequins //

preppy pastures

happy family Friday y'all!!!

today's post is the epitome of candid; as are most children's shots, because they're so easily distracted, but these snaps in particular because we were in the middle of a pasture, surrounded by the most gorgeous horses at the Hyde Park Polo Club. you can only imagine the beauty of these animals. Phoenix is a bit timid around most living creatures, Lincoln on the other hand, has no fear, and was desperate to hop aboard. of the entire day spent shooting on this gorgeous property, this spot was my favorite!!

on a busy day with the boys, I stick within 2 realms, hobo/boho and preppy chic. I know they're on drastic ends of the spectrum, and I favor the bohemian side, but I always find they're wardrobe to be on the preppy side, so I tend to fall in line and continue the trend. don't expect to see me in chino shorts and tasseled loafers, but I can rock a ralph lauren inspired ensemble with a twist. this blazer has been in my closet for a few years now, (see it worn HERE) it's so polished and perfect that I had to rough it up with these shredded bfs and hi top chucks. its still a classic look, but a little less stuffy. my red bag makes the perfect pop to this toned down palate and completes the look in style.

"nature can exist without art, but art can never exist without nature"

ALL IMAGES MARIE RODRIGUEZ

stripe tank Old Navy // blazer H&M // bf short American Eagle // hi-tops Converse //
aviators Ray-Ban // "style warrior" necklace Jewelmint // tote Aldo (in store)

Nix: pique polo GAP // stripe chambray shorts GAP // loafers Oshkosh // aviators Children's Place

Linc: plaid shirt Target // embroidered shorts Children's Place // sneaks Converse

linking up with: i feel pretty // infused lemonade // ann elliot //

barnyard play hard

happy independence day pretty people!!!

i am literally giddy with excitement to finally bring my 2 favorite accessories to the blog, my boys!!!

so starting today i will be showcasing family fashion and kiddie style for a new series

"FamBam Friday"
special thanks to Hyde Park Polo Club for allowing us the most breathtaking background for our shoot!! ps. im moving in!!

so let's discuss the boys!! these 2 could not be more different. Lincoln would prefer to be naked at all times and is typically ripping off most anything i put him in, but i do still get to choose his outfits so there's a plus!! Phoenix on the other hand, is my metro man!! he has to have his say in everything he wears, and usually what i wear as well!! he loves to accessorize, never leaves the house without a hat, and has specific outfits for specific outings . . . . my ocd is strong in this one!

typically when styling the boys, i like them to coordinate, not actually match, and go along with my look as well. u just never know when an impromptu photo sesh might take place, so im always prepared!! i still let them be boys and dress like boys. the hubs would have a fit if i put them in leggings and rocker tees every day, so we've found a healthy middle ground. preppy/trendy. basically they dress like he does.

now for my look! when thinking of our country and our freedom, i always envision camouflage. we owe everything to the men and women who have fought and continue to fight for the good ole USA, so to me, camo is just about the most patriotic color you can wear! i have been on the hunt (no pun intended) to find the perfect camo pant for over a year, (i have a coated skinny pair from ae, but they're a bit thick for year round wear) i finally scored big time at the gap sale and found these bf fit trouser. (u know i'm obsessing over baggy bottoms these days) so i paired them with sparkles and silk and topped it off with this red chanel-esque jacket (also scored at the GAP sale!!) i wish you could see how fab this jacket is, with its distressing and perfect red hue, but i was sweating bullets, so i only managed to keep it on for one shot. no worries, it has become a staple and find myself grabbing it over and over to add a pop of color to my everyday threads.
i hope you all have a wonderful weekend and enjoy the festivities!!!
God Bless America!!!