{travel attire}

When I travel via car I normally throw on a pair of leggings and a big t-shirt (normally an old sorority v-neck haha). However, I don't own a car so I travel via Amtrak or plane these days! I tend to leave straight from work, hop on a train, and then go straight out in the same clothes. So I have to be strategic in picking out clothes that will transition well and not wrinkle from sitting for a while.  I always gravitate towards a cotton dress.  This outfit is what I wore the other weekend when I took a train to Richmond to meet up with the boy!

ASOS Dress (on sale!) // Old Navy Scarf, old (similar, similar, NEED) // Converse Shoes // Anthropologie Sunglasses (Karen Walker) // Tervis Tumbler

Work wear: Sam Edelman Heels // A Modern Boutique Necklace // JCrew Factory Bracelet

Night wear: Bauble Bar Necklace // Tory Burch Sandals

I wore this dress with a necklace and heels at work then switched into my chucks and put on a scarf (so that if I got cold on the train I could put it over my legs or arms).  Then when I got to Richmond I put on some sandals and my favorite necklace and was ready to grab dinner and walk around town! So versatile!

I've been seeing the "16 hour day" talked about a lot. I know a lot of people that dress for this type of lifestyle, myself included sometimes! Piperlime has recently worked with Courtney Kerr and Rachel Parcell of Pink Peonies for this type of dress... Their takes on this style are linked!

One of my favorite things about blogging is gathering inspiration from others. I'm on a budget so seeing different ways to style the same piece has always been a favorite of mine! (If you're gonna spend money on something you want to get good use out of it!)

Love Always,

Jennifer

{kendra scott - glamrocks}

I love jewelry.

No, I mean I reaaaaallly love love LOVE jewelry.

I think it's probably the best gift to receive and give. I'm a huge advocate of statement jewelry but there's something so perfect about an every day ring, bracelet or necklace. Double points if that every day piece makes a statement as well. So, without further ado... I present to you:

Kendra Scott!

Through my love of Instagram I stumbled upon this charming Dallas lady a while ago. I only own one pair of earrings (as seen here) but have had my eye on so many pieces for awhile that I'm thinking it's time to get a real collection going!!

Her new line called "Glamrocks" was FINALLY launched this week! The anticipation... too many sneak peaks for my little heart to handle y'all. I fell in love with a ton of her new pieces but here are my top favorites :) I would consider some statements and others, every day pieces.

Happy shopping!

Sienna Pendant // Ash Statement Earrings // Deva Statement Earrings // Elisa Pendant Necklace //

Skylen Ring // Gale Long Necklace // Allison Drop Earrings //

Sadie Spear Earrings // Ellie Stud Earrings // Skylie Gold Pendant

Love Always,

Jennifer (self-proclaimed addict)

PS. If you're going to gift this to someone like I recommended might I suggest you just get me one while you're at it? Heehee ;)

{something about skorts}

Skorts... the combination of a skirt + shorts. These aren't just for those awkward middle school days anymore, ladies (because the plaid skort I wore in TX in 6th grade was... yeah... I was a bean pole with chicken legs and frizzy hair)!

I have worn a skort out two weekends in a row and every one gets so excited about it! It's like having a bit of the 90s back without the scrunchies (now I'm going to go play N*Sync...)

ASOS Skort (color love, patterned, perfect and simple, Zara, TopShop, F21) // Steve Madden Shoes, old (similar, Michael Kors) // Francesca's Necklace // F21 Shirt, old (similar, similar, lace)

This pink was just so pretty I couldn't pass it up! Yes, I'm the epitome of girly in this outfit with my sparkly tassel necklace and wedges... but hey, why not? I can look cool and edgy the next time ;)

I've linked a ton of skorts up above. All ranging in prices! I like to think that not always spending a lot of money on something is okay (even if it rips after 2 wears). I mean hi... I'm paying off a lot of college loans right now. I tend to save my money to splurge on really nice things that I know I'm going to get a ton of use out of: bags, shoes, classic jewelry. So if something cool pops up but I'm iffy about it, I get it for a low price tag and give it a whirl! If I like it enough then I look into something with more intricate details of better craftsmanship. Besides, investing in a bit of a childhood flashback was A-OK in my book for now so this skort gets a gold star and an A+!

What 90s trend will come back next?

Love Always,

Jennifer

PS. follow along with my office outfits and daily shenanigans here!

There have been some other "skort spottings" :)

{pool essentials}

I spend every free moment at the pool with my friends during the summer. It's the best way to relax and cool off during these hot summer days! Besides my phone and a good magazine here's what I always bring with me (besides the SPF, duh!)...

Cover Up // Beach Bag // Tervis Tumbler // Shoes // Victoria's Secret Bikinis //

Tobi Sunglasses // Emi Jay Hair Ties

Tobi.com is one of my favorite places to shop! If you haven't signed up yet you can HERE! It'll give you 50% off of your first order. Every new arrival is 30% off for the first week once you sign up!

South Moon Under also has a Summer Clearance sale going on right now...up to 70% off all sale merchandise! Score! I'm loving these heels, these sandals, this skirt, this simple white shirt, this necklace, and this gorgeous turquoise necklace!
Lulu*s also has an extra 25% off their swim sale TODAY! Use code SWIM25 and "get your mermaid on"

Happy Summertime, loves. Thanks for Reading :)

Love Always,

Jennifer

ps... still can't stop listening to this hehe

{off-the-shoulder romp}

It's no secret that rompers are "in" right now... and it's also no secret that I am a major fan!

When I saw this one I knew it would be perfect for some rooftop cocktails. So when I went out to Adams Morgan on Saturday night grabbing this off the hanger was a no brainer!

Lulu's Romper sold out (love, love, dress, shirt, shirt) // Kate Spade Clutch (wristlet) // Marley Lilly Ring // Lulu's Knot Bracelet // Gigglosophy Love Bracelet // Coordinates Collection Necklace // Clinique Lipstick in "chunkiest chili"

I love white because it creates a blank slate and looks great in the summer with a tan. I kept my accessories simple and punched the look up with this cheeky clutch. Then I layered on some easy, gold jewelry, my sandals that I bought in Spain when I studies abroad and we were out the door!

We went to Roofer's Union in Adams Morgan... Highly recommend the rooftop!

Awesome views and frozen cocktails :)

Love Always,

Jennifer