Picnic Love!

I'm pretty sure I could get used to having a picnic every evening. It's so nice to get outside and eat (although this particular picnic only consisted of iced coffee and cake pops!). Tim and I are just savoring our quality time together. Once I start school in the fall I know things will be busy, busy, busy and I'll miss days like these when we have nothing on our agenda but to lay in the park for hours at a time. I love being productive, but I also appreciate days when I don't have anything to do but to spend time with people I love. And today was one of those days.










Top, skirt, shoes: Thrifted | Hat: UO | Sunnies: Modcloth | Earring: My Grandmother's | Bag: Old Faithful Vintage

I hope you all had a great weekend celebrating Father's Day! And hopefully Monday was good to you as well ;) Have a beautiful evening, ladies (and any gents who might be reading!).

Farmers Market!

Yesterday Tim and I met up with my sister & Mom at a Farmers Market nearby. Kylie and her little family had gone last weekend (she blogged about it here) and loved it, so I was anxious to check it out for myself! It was quite wonderful indeed. Tim and I bought lots of fresh fruits and veggies, some new herbs for our tiny garden, and Kylie & I bought matching "friendship" bracelets. We do this funny thing whenever we both love something - we each buy one and call it a "friendship" something-or-other. But, really, we both just want to buy said "cute thing". We're twins so I guess it's okay. Or maybe that makes it worse? Oh well.









Shorts: c/o Electric Frenchie | Backpack: UO | Sunnies: Modcloth | Shirt: Gift | Shoes: Thrifted | Bottle Necklace: c/o Free People  

We had a wonderful morning! I think it's going to become a Saturday morning tradition. Tim and I have pretty much eaten all of our strawberries already, so we'll need to replenish this weekend!

Don't you just LOVE a good Farmers Market?

There's Magic In The Air

Well today is just lovely. But in this dress, I'm pretty sure I couldn't have a bad day if I tried. It's so perfect for warm summer days. I don't wear long dresses much, but when I do I remember how much I adore them (especially on hot summer days). You can frolic around and not worry about a thing. This dress is definitely going to be a summer staple for me.









Dress & Necklace: c/o Free People | Hat: Urban Outfitters | Shoes: Thrifted | Purse: c/o Handbag Heaven

I could wear Free People all day, everyday. Do yourself a favor and get a pretty lace dress for summer. And some jewelry while you're at it too. I'm pretty sure it'll make your summer the textbook definition of magical.

Have a beautiful evening, my darling friends!

Star Bright

Yesterday Timothy and I had a sweet picnic in the park. We bought sushi and took our picnic blanket down to a pretty park downtown. It was a beautiful, mild evening with a slight chill in the air. Which was perfect because I got to wear my new sweater from the beautiful Fancy Treehouse shop. It was like Christmas in my mailbox when it arrived yesterday!

Sweater: Fancy Treehouse | Sunnies: Modcloth | Necklace: c/o Free People | Bag: Jo Totes | Shoes, Shorts, Head Scarf: Thrifted

After dinner, we walked to a cute little popcorn/ice cream shop nearby. We bought the most delicious "Toffee Paradise" popcorn. I love a good popcorn + chocolate combination. Add toffee to an already perfect combination?! Divine. We went back home and indulged in our popcorn treat while watching a cheesy kids movie (101 Dalmations...haha!). 

Today should be equally as perfect! The sun is shining and I've got afternoon plans with some best friends after I get some studying done.

Happy Tuesday!

The Good Life

Dress: Cotton On | Hat & Backpack (similar): Urban Outfitters | Shoes, belt, bracelets: Thrifted 

Our neighborhood is a wonderful place to ride bikes. There is an elementary school nearby, which means that kids are always yelling and playing and laughing. It kind of brings out your inner child. When I was a kid, I used to ride with no hands...and no feet sometimes, too! I'd put my feet up on the middle bar and coast down a hill, letting the bike do all the work. Nowadays, I'd be too terrified to do that. Riding with no hands was thrilling enough for me!

I'm very excited about this summer. I've decided to go back to school and finish off my degree in Photography! I am taking some classes at a local college this summer, then going back to Columbia College Chicago in September. I am beyond thrilled. I've been wanting to go back for years, but traveling and working have kept me so busy. And now I'm finally doing it...Hallelujah!

Well I'm off to enjoy some froyo and a dinner out with friends. Life if just so wonderful, isn't it?

A Perfect Summer Day

Dress: Handmade | Belt & Shoes: Thrifted | Bag: Old Faithful Vintage

 My darling sister and I snapped these photos yesterday afternoon. It was a hot and humid day, so we spent the afternoon indoors at Goodwill. We sipped iced coffee, tried on lots of shoes and dresses, and bought a few new treasures. She and her little family are moving to Nashville this summer so I'm cherishing every moment we get to spend together. We have never lived in different cities for more than a couple months. I know once she's in Nashville I'll miss these summer afternoons taking photos and thrifting together.

I'm off to enjoy my Wednesday off! Timothy and I have a bike ride planned and possibly a picnic later on. It stormed last night, so there's a slight chill in the air. Perfect for a bike riding, picnicing day ;)

Like An American

Happy Memorial Day weekend to all my American readers!
I hope you all have a long weekend and tons of cookouts and family time planned.

This outfit was from a couple days ago when Tim and I rode our bikes to the park where we got married.
We walked off the main path a bit and took photos in the forest because, well...why not?

There was a wedding rehearsal going on while we were there.
A few little girls in pretty white dresses ran by and watched us take photos

(which was sweet, but also a bit embarrassing! haha)

 

 

Romper & Leggings: Free People | Cardigan & Boots: Thrifted | Scarf: Red Current (NZ) | Sunnies: Modcloth

 

Have a beautiful day!