Back To Basics

Top:  Free People, Jeans:  AG via Anthropologie, Sunnies:  Le Specs c/o SunglassesShop

Sometimes it's best to stick to the basics.  Especially on a chilly evening down the shore {and by chilly I mean under 80}.  

I purchased this Free People tank a few weeks ago and, I kid you not, have not taken it off since.  I bought in a few colors {seen here in black} because I love the relaxed fit, high neckline, the ribbing, and the racerback.  Like I always say, you can never have too much of a good thing ~ when it comes to wardrobe basics this is especially true.

How fabulous are these sunnies?  It's hard to tell from the picture but they're actually a twofer ~ I turn my head one way and they're violet and the other way, turquoise!  Sunglassesshop.com not only offers a fabulous choice of LeSpecs, but they carry a variety of the most coveted luxury brand sunglasses. 

Be sure to stay tuned because I may or may not have a sunglasses giveaway coming up later this week!

Sun-Kissed

Top:  Madewell (old, similar here, here), Skort:  Zara (identical one here under $25!!), Shoes:  Steve Madden (another great option here), Bag:  Forever 21 (similar here, here), Sunnies:  Ray-Ban

Hello and happy Monday!  Sorry for the short hiatus.  I've been SUPER busy lately {which is ironic since I'm a teacher and it's the summer} working on something that I hope to be able to share with you all soon!  

I have, however, been at the beach every weekend.  Ok, maybe my legs aren't just sun-kissed, they look more like the Jersey Shore special.  Better up my SPF from 30 to 70 and get an umbrella!

First Mate

Top:  H&M (similar here, here, here), Shorts:  Zara (old, similar here), Shoes:  Tory Burch, Bag:  Anthropologie (old, similar here), Sunnies:  Ray-Ban

Whenever my husband mentions going for a boat ride, I automatically go into nautical mode.  Maybe I went a little overboard with the stripes, sailor shorts and espadrilles, but I thought I looked very sailor chic.  Just call me Captain {I'll settle for first mate}!

Restore the Shore

Dress:  Zara (love this one, similar here) Shoes:  Zara (identical here,  similar here, here), Necklace:  Panacea, Bag:  Forever 21 (similar here)

My husband and I have been trying to spend as much time as possible down the shore ~ not only because we love the beach, but also because he is rebuilding my uncle's beach house that was destroyed during Sandy.  It's encouraging week-to-week to see the wonderful progress that is being made all along the coastline.

Although we were down this past weekend, these pictures were snapped a few weeks ago.  I didn't post right away because I felt you all needed a breather from this necklace.  Truth is, I wear it ALL THE TIME.  It goes with everything and really makes an outfit.  Simple black dress bumped up a notch with this stunning statement piece.

What are your favorite summer accessories?

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Flirt In A Skirt

Tee:  J.Crew, Skirt:  Forever 21 (old, similar here, LOVE this one), Shoes:  Zara (old, similar here), Bag:  Forever 21 (similar here, LOVE this scalloped satchel)

Yup, I'm totally flirting with my handsome photographer!

Have a great weekend everyone ~ stay cool!!

Pickie + Win A $500 Shopping Spree

Blazer:  Zara (old, similar here, LOVE this one), Dress:  Forever 21 (old, great alternative here, similar here, here), , Shoes:  Zara (identical under 20!!), Clutch:  Etsy (similar here, and here on sale)

These pictures were snapped last week ~ I wouldn't be seen dead wearing a blazer over a dress this week. Two words:  HEAT, WAVE.

Anywho, I was recently introduced to Pickie, a new shopping app that I'm excited to share with you today.  I know you are thinking, {because my first thought was the same} there are TONS of shopping apps out there and do I really need another reason to spend money?? Touche, but the concept behind Pickie sets it apart from many others.

Pickie is a personalized shopping magazine for fashion, beauty & home goods.  In Pickie you can personalize your catalog by selecting themes within categories, and each day you'll get an 'edition' of products & content that's tailored to your taste.  Everything you see you can buy without leaving the app.  If you wish to see more options you can search to see everything in their catalog and filter by price, brand, etc.  One-stop-shopping!

Toady I've teamed up with Pickie to promote their Summer Style Makeover Campaign {click to see my top 6 summer picks}.  The best part?  If you sign up today HERE you will be entered to win a $500 shopping spree ~ that'll seriously jump start your back to school shopping ~ good luck!

* This giveaway is operated by and created for Pickie, who accept sole responsibility for providing the $500 shopping spree.

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