A Picnic on the Boat with Muddy Boot Wine

Happy Wine Wednesday loves! The weather here has been G O R G E O U S lately (finally!!), and I've been soaking up the sun and fresh air every chance I get. Summer is the perfect time to get your friends together and plan a picnic in the park, on a boat, or anywhere that your heart desires in the moment, as long as you're outside. Don't forget the essentials: lots of wine, an unspeakable amount of yummy cheese (especially if you're in the great state of Wisconsin), and in this case, doughnuts. I truly think wine and doughnuts could be the next big food pairing trend; not only is it surprisingly good (make sure you're pairing complementary flavors), but it makes drinking wine before 5pm on Saturday more acceptable. Ok, it may have been before 1pm, but it was Saturday, and who's keeping track?! If you're looking for a good, inexpensive wine to take with you on all of your summer adventures, make sure to check out Muddy Boot Wine! Just go to Broncowine.com to find a retailer in your area!

P.S. All outfit details are linked below. Happy shopping (and sipping) Loves!

My Outfit

Sweater: VICI Collection (Also available in pink)

Jeans: William Rast (Similar here and here)

Sunnies: Ray-Ban

Necklace: Designs by FMC (Similar here and here)

 

BFF Outfit

Dress: Forever 21 (Similar here)

Sunnies: Forever 21 (Similar here and here)

Crochet Details

The off-shoulder neckline (or lack of neckline?) is back, and it's here to stay. If you guys can't already tell, I love love love this trend, and will take full advantage of it's popularity this summer! Whether it's a dress, top, romper or jumpsuit, I will be wearing this style non-stop. This gorgeous number from Loft does an amazing job of combining the off-shoulder trend with an eye-catching detail: crochet. And if that didn't already make this dress a must have, you can also adjust the length of the sleeves! This is a true summer staple. If you haven't already clicked through the link to Loft's website, go now! This dress is on sale, with an extra 40% off on top of that - what a steal!! I didn't accessorize much because I wanted the crochet detailing to be the focal point of my outfit, but I added a pop of light blue with my shoes for a little extra color - these are the comfiest sandals ever, and I plan on buying in every color. Well, maybe not every color, but a girl can dream right? Happy shopping loves! xoxo

Dress: Loft

Shoes: Steve Madden

Bag: Steve Madden (Last year style - found at TJ Maxx!)

Stripes and Ruffles

Off shoulder? Check. Stripes? Check. A dress that can be worn more than one way? Sold. I can't get enough of this gorgeous midi dress from Loft - the length is ultra feminine and flattering, and the ruffle detail truly makes this piece stand out from the crowd. The best part though? The tie straps can be tucked into the dress if you want a true off shoulder look! As far as accessories, I decided to go very simple to keep the focus on the stripe and ruffle details of the dress - just a floating diamond necklace and casual platform sandals. I found these sandals last summer, so I've linked a few similar styles below! Oh, and did I mention this dress is currently on sale?? Happy shopping loves! xoxo

Dress: Loft

Shoes: Tommy Hilfiger (Last year style) - Similar styles here and here

A Working Girl's Best Kept Secret

If you don't own a pair of joggers, stop what you're doing and buy a pair right now. These are the comfiest pants that a girl could ask for, and they're also acceptable to wear at the office. It's kind of like wearing pajamas at work, and I've gotten a ton of compliments on them. Is there any more a girl could ask for?

I found this specific pair in the clearance section at Express about a year and a half ago, and I wear them ALL the time. One thing to watch out for when trying to find the perfect pair is pockets - these can add a lot of bulk to this look, and aren't usually very flattering because of weird placement. I'd go with a plain satin pair like mine - not too heavy, and can easily be dressed up! I've paired mine with everything from a top and blazer, to an oversize shirt (half tucked in), to a chambray denim shirt. The possibilities are endless! Happy shopping loves! xoxo

Joggers: Express

Top: Paper Crane

Blazer: kensie

Shoes: Vince Camuto

Spring Shoe Edit

Boho/70's Inspired

Lace-Up

Fun, Colorful Trainers

Graphic Details

Pop of Yellow

“You are either in your bed or in your shoes, so it pays to invest in both.”

— John Wildsmith

I'm loving the big trends for spring this year, especially those that can be transferred over to a great pair of shoes. And this quote by John Wildsmith makes me feel a little less guilty about my shoe addiction (lol) - if I'm spending so much time in my shoes, I might as well make a statement with them, right? The five big trends I've noticed so far this spring are Boho/70's inspired, lace-up, colorful trainers (tying back to the athleisure trend), bold/graphic details, and pops of yellow. Now all we need is for Mother Nature to cooperate so we can actually wear all of these adorable, trendy shoes. Happy shopping loves! xoxo

BCBGeneration "Kyra" Platform Sandals

Dolce Vita "Lyndon" Ghille Lace-Up Sandals

MICHAEL Michael Kors "Allie" Trainers

Calvin Klein "Bao" Dress Sandals

Guess "Harlea" Wedge Sandals

Boyfriend Jeans + Blazers

It took me two years to find the perfect boyfriend jeans. TWO YEARS. The struggle was beyond real. Either the jeans were not as baggy as I wanted, hence they weren't actually true boyfriend jeans (designers - take note please), or the waist was too tight or too loose. For a while I thought I'd never find a pair I liked. But when that glorious day came a few weeks ago, I could not have been more excited. I styled mine with an oversize white t-shirt, hot pink blazer and floral pumps. The pop of bright color and floral pattern add a feminine touch to the look, while the oversize t-shirt holds that relaxed, cool-girl feeling. To change up the look a bit, opt for a black and white striped shirt to pair under the blazer, or choose a crisp white button-front oxford, tucking in only the front. The key here is to keep the oversize look throughout; once a fitted shirt is paired with boyfriend jeans, it starts to look sloppy and uneven. Be patient; your perfect boyfriend jean is out there somewhere. But for now, I'll leave you with the wise words of my friend Katie..."Who needs a boyfriend when you have great boyfriend jeans?" 

Blazer: Charlotte Russe

T-shirt: Target

Boyfriend Jeans: Mossimo denim (Target)

Shoes: Anne Klein

Bag: Michael Kors Jet Set Tote