layers of lace

i cannot believe we are already halfway through October and still were reaching temps in the 90s!  no complaints here, its giving me the opportunity to wear this gorgeous top without a jacket so you can really see all the beauty it has to offer!  the delicate layers of lace and tiny polka dots are so feminine and I love the sweetheart illusion it gives at the bust.  i paired it with this fab necklace and my vintage pearl rings and gold clutch.  my fave skinnies are the perfect bottom for any occasion, so i rolled the hem and added a pop of color with my patent pumps.  something about white (or ivory) with denim just always looks fresh and crisp, and any pop of color makes it fun! 

"today you are you, that is truer than true.  there is no one alive who is youer than you"

ALL IMAGES MARIE RODRIGUEZ PHOTOGRAPHY

top Hazel via House of Sage // skinnies Adriano Goldschmied via styleXchange // heels GoJane //

necklace ShinyMix // aviators Ray-Ban // clutch Vintage // earrings House of Harlow

summer whites

I am totally ready for chunky knits and skinny jeans and boots everyday, but at the same time, I am clinging to summer like it is my job!!  with labor day just around the corner, I am getting in my last white sundress before it becomes a faux pas.  I fell in love with this sweet little style the moment I saw it.  the flirty fit, the eyelet trim, its just too cute, so I really played up that feeling and paired it with these lace up espadrilles and gold head scarf.  i added a touch of edge with my accessories and this ikat clutch gives an added print to tie it all together!

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"don't criticize what you don't understand"

 

ALL IMAGES MARIE RODRIGUEZ

 

dress American Eagle // wedges Jessica Simpson via TJMaxx // aviators RayBan //

twist scarf Ban.do via Moon & Lola // necklace Jewelmint // clutch FOI Clothing

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the simple life

 i know i pride myself on being a big city girl, and trust me, those bright lights will never stop calling my name, but there is something to be said for the beauty and appeal of a small town life. the skies are blue, the grass is green and you can literally see miles and miles of God's creation, untainted, in all its glory.  this is where most weekends of ours are spent, enjoying the simple life, and the more i go, the more i never want to leave.  for obvious reasons, my style always turns toward bohemian.  I've worn this outfit for multiple occasions, but it seems to fit best in the boro.  i just love this top and the way it falls so perfectly and it lightens up the leopard shorts giving them a more feminine feel.  i hope you have a fabulous Monday!!  take a minute to take a deep breath and enjoy the day, tomorrow will be here soon enough.

 "i lived in solitude in the country and noticed how the monotony of a quiet life stimulates the creative mind." -Albert Einstein

 

top styleXchange // shorts The Minted Exchange // shoes GoJane //

purse Urban Expressions via TJMaxx // aviators Ray-Ban // pendant JewelMint //

on the mark Stella & Dot // angel wings Dogeared

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purple rain

back to boho today in what is most definitely one of my favorite purchases this summer.  i have worn this dress more times than i can count.  obviously, i love my leopard prints, but it is quite possibly the most comfortable dress ive ever slipped myself into.  for today's time around, i dressed it up a bit with these lace-up sandals and faux leather fringe jacket.  i added a few more touches of black with my cross body and ray-bans and layered on lots of gold accessories.  my wood bangles are both so old, but i just love way they play off the prints in the dress.  a few pops of neon give it the just enough punch with my poppy manicure, cobalt stone necklace, and lime lace trim bralette.  in speaking of undergarments, i ALWAYS opt to wear them!!!  (and HELLO!! you should too!!!)  i know it can be tough sometimes if something is too shear or too strappy, but that just calls for some creativity!!  there are so many options these days, from beautiful bralettes to sticky boobs, you can always find a fix.  i tend to go the "let it show" route, and buy up as many pretty, bright, lacey bras i can find.  they're made to be seen, and i let them do just that!!  

"when it rains on your parade, look up rather than down.  without the rain, there would be no rainbow"

 ALL IMAGES MARIE RODRIGUEZ

"animal flame" sundress MinkPink via styleXchange // fringe moto Forever 21 // studded lace ups GoJane // saddle bag Urban Expressions via TJMaxx // aviators Ray-Ban // blue stone necklace House of Sage