I hope you all are enjoying your long holiday weekend!

I wanted to share one of my favorite inexpensive purchase with all of you today! My favorite,  Old Faithful Old Navy to the rescue as always.  I was trying to find some more neutral dresses that I can wear for our trip and this dress is the perfect bang for your buck.  It is on sale for $16 with their current sale, and they have the same dress in tons of different prints and colors too.

This dress is supper flattering with the fit and flare shape and I love the simple eyelet pattern for a classic dress for summer.

// FIT AND FLARE EYELET DRESS //
wearing XS, runs TTS 
and the same dress in several different colors and prints ! 

:: A FEW MORE SALES :: 

GAP has 40% off your purchase with code JULY and up to 60% off sale.
My jeans that I am in LURVE with are on sale for only $30!

This is the most inexpensive I have seen them and the price I was able to snag them at, so get them while you can!
They have a lot of stretch so you can go down a size if you like in these!

// MID RISE JEANS // 

J.Crew has an additional 50% off all sale items with code SALETIME.
The tank I am wearing in the photo above is also on sale.  I stocked up on white/navy/grey and they are the perfect fit with just the right deep scoop in the front and back.  They are an additional 50% off right now as well!

// VINTAGE COTTON TANK TOP // 

We had a great weekend!
Saturday was one of my friends weddings at Monday Night Brewery and the weather held out just in time for a gorgeous outdoor ceremony.

I wore an old Topshop dress to the wedding.
The straps do a pretty criss-cross in the back and it was perfect for the heat!

They don’t have the same dress, but they have this dress in the same pretty coral color and this dress in the same cut!  I also love this long grey version of the dress. 

Yesterday we went on an almost 5 mile walk all around the neighborhood and took a break for some cocktails in between.  Then layed out and read (I am half way through Crazy Rich Asians and loving it!) and grilled out.  We FINALLY had a nice, sunny day yesterday and it was very needed!

I tried a new nail color this week (I’ve taken a month long break from the gel – my nails are so week! I’ve been taking Biotin but nothing seems to be helping.  It’ll be back to gel at the end of the month though!)   I never seem like any new colors, I always stick to a French Mani/Pedi or Mod About You, but this OPI Let’s Be Friends I didn’t mind.

Hope you all have a safe and wonderful 4th of July tomorrow with your friends and family!!

So many of you have e-mailed me about big trips you have coming up to all kinds of amazing places abroad.  Packing is always one of the biggest questions, and in my opinion, the most important thing for a trip like that is a great pair of shoes, especially when lots of sight seeing is involved.

But even if you aren’t traveling, who wouldn’t want adorable sandals that are also so insanely comfortable that it is not to be believed?!

I spent weeks hunting for sandals the last time we went to Italy and my friends had recommended these sandals which were super comfortable and never gave me a single blister.  I would definitely still recommend them!   
I also found a steal version of those sandals, 1/3 of the price and great reviews! 

I found the most perfect absolute dream pair of sandals.
You probably think I am joking.  I am not. Just read the reviews from every one else too!
I squealed out loud – loudly – when I put these on my feet.
They feel like walking on clouds or having pillows strapped to the bottom of your feet.

// MONOGRAMMED DOOR MAT // 

They come in 4 colors and – warning – are selling fast!  When I saw all of the reviews for how incredible these were, I hunted everywhere! I had anticipated them to be comfortable because they are Cole Haan’s and they are known for their incredibly comfortable shoes, but when I put these on…..  Oh my goodness.  The level of cushion and padding in these is unlike any other pair of shoes I have ever worn.  (Brides…. wear Cole Haan’s if they make cute heels….. I wish I had thought of it because my Kate Spade’s were cute but a killer.)

 I rounded up where I can still find ’em below for you :
AVAILABLE AT COLE HAAN // ON SALE IN A FEW SIZES AT ZAPPOS //
and ALL SIZES IN STOCK FOR METALLIC 

For a non-ankle strap version, but all of the heavenly foot pillow comfort,
they have this sandal still fully stocked and it comes in 7 colors.

// COLE HAAN CRISS CROSS SANDAL // 

:: STEAL VERSION :: 

I managed to find two steal versions of my sandal above! I can’t promise the same comfort, but they got great reviews.
Here is a knock-off version for a super steal !

and this one is available in all sizes! also comes in black!
// STEAL VERSION OF STRAPPY SANDALS // 

And another similar sandal

// STEAL VERSION STRAPPY SANDAL // 

I think a Cole Haan monster has been created. Why have I never owned them before!?
I found these brown leather mules on sale at Nordstrom Rack and couldn’t pass them up.
I had been waiting for a pair of mules for a long time and love the wooden stacked heel.

They are available still in all sizes and are on sale for under $100!

// COLE HAAN BROWN LEATHER MULES // 

But I’m sure what you all really want to know about is that furry blue background.
I know, I know….. it’s exquisite.

My husband found that gorgeous blue and white shower bath mat at Costco…..
For those of you interested, he says it was about $4.99….. and I’m sure it is still available.

You’re welcome in advance. And I am available for professional photo tips at any time 🙂

A few other sandals that I love (especially these!!)
ALL with 100% 5 Star Reviews
that I think would be great for anyone traveling abroad and needing some serious walking sandals
that don’t make you look like a 97 year old in orthopedic shoes 🙂
But if that’s the look you’re going for….. by all means……

Rave reviews all around for this style by “Tommy Freaking Hilfiger”

// TOMMY HILFIGER SANDAL // comes in 3 colors

These come in 5 colors and have 53 Five Star Reviews!
They are 33% off right now too!

// DOLCE VITA WRAP SANDALS // 

// SCALLOPED SANDAL // 

// TOMS SANDALS // 

// WRAP GLADIATOR SANDAL // 

// BLACK PRINT TOMS SANDALS // 

I don’t own any Aerosoles, but they are supposed to be super comfy and these come in 6 colors.

// AEROSOLES //  

// SAM EDELMAN SANDALS // 

Cheers to Friday + The Weekend!

One of my very best friends from Chicago, who now lives in DC, is flying in today to visit for the weekend! She is one of Kip’s best friends from college as well, and actually the person that introduced the two of us,  so we both are so excited see her and take her around Atlanta and veg at the house together.

It’s been hot hot hot this week and this romper has been the perfect thing to wear to survive the heat. It even has an open back for some extra ventilation 🙂

// FLORAL PRINT ROMPER //
on sale 40% off, runs slightly large I went down a size
UPDATE: sold out at Nordstrom, available here at BCBG for 30% off ! 
some very similar options : another BCBG romper also 40% off and open back romper 

I want to thank all of you for your e-mails and comments and messages with tips for our trip next month to Italy and Amsterdam.  Y’all are always SO HELPFUL it is crazy.  I got so much information sent to me in a few hours that I never would have found with days and days of searching the web myself!
I’ve been compiling a list of everything everyone recommendsand will definitely share it with all of you.
Unfortunately all of the Anne Frank tickets are sold out already – which I had expected since we booked Amsterdam so late, but that’s okay we will just have to wait in line! Thank you all for the heads up about the tickets though!

:: FASHION FINDS :: 

The top that sold out in a heartbeat is now available in a dress!  So stinking cute and a total classic. 
speaking of “the top” they came out with a striped version!  – still in all sizes! – that may be even cuter. 

I just found these wooden stacked wedges at DSW and I am in love. They are so comfy too! 

I have the shirt version of this chambray dress as it’s soft as butter and so flattering. 

Obsessed with this printed skirt gown for a summer wedding or event. 

The cutest navy + white striped romper I ever saw.  

There is a “new to me” brand called Taylor Dresses that caught my eye – for the name and for the dresses!
A few of my favorite styles: 
STRIPED MIDI DRESS    //   NAVY PRINTED MAXI    //   TIMELESS + FLATTERING LBD
LACE SHEATH DRESS    //   VINTAGE FLORAL

I want to walk around Italy wearing this wrap skirt all week! So chic. 
they have the same gorgeous pattern in a silk cami as well! 

I am obsessed with this white lace tunic top – and it’s under $80!
It already sold out on Nordstrom but I found it at Bloomingdales! 

I love the unique + kind of crazy watercolor pattern of this wrap midi dress!

I am all about the fun, colorful sandals that are so fashionable for summer. A few favorites: 
DESIGNER SPLURGE   //   BROWN LEATHER AND BEADED   //   SUBTLE BUT METALLIC SLIDES
UNDER $30 COPYCAT    //   MY FAVORITE    //   AS RAINBOW AND TASSEL’Y AS IT GETS
FRINGE SLIDES    //   UNDER $30 ANKLE-WRAP 

For those of you alarmed by all of that color,
I am equally obsessed with this blush sandal in the same style 

The perfect sheath dress for a more casual or daytime summer wedding. 

Love the preppy print and neckline of this dress. 

The pearl accents on these slides are perfection. 

:: LINK LOVE ::

Gimme this Fruity Pebbles Cheesecake and give it to me now. 

More Bachelor in Paradise news – I can’t stop – a look into the producers roles on the show.
also… Corinne has been spotted and I’m wondering if this hideous look is strategic or what? because it’s awful. 

The 30 most iconic celebrity photobombs of all time.  I still hold Jeff Lewis as my Photobomb God. 

The one item a home buyer says you should always buy at Ikea (I really love my felt/velvet ones though!) 

The Stripe’s reading lists are my absolute favorite – her Book Club Page is my go-to for finding new books. Check out June’s List.

and another list: 8 Summer Reads to pack in your beach bag. 

I seriously love the Great British Baking Show.  No Shame.  

40 insanely gorgeous pool designs.  I want to jump in right now! 

3 ways to use Trader Joe’s Cauliflower Pizza Crust.  I have yet to see this gem at my Trader Joe’s 🙁 Apparently it keeps selling out immediately! 

7 tips for taking the perfect food photo 

Apparently Rosé is being replaced by the Spritz this summer.  I was not a fan of the Apertivo in Italy but I know friends love it. 

10 Healthy Breakfasts to whip up on busy mornings.