short shorts

{Shirt: Old Navy | Shorts: Target | Shoes: Madewell}

Summer shorts are a wonderful thing. I love throwing on a bright pair and adding a classic print tank to create a relaxed look. These coral shorts are my favorite of the summer and I've been lounging in them almost every weekend. While pink and yellow is one of my favorite color combos, these shorts also look great with a plain white tee, a grey tank, or even a light blue print.

You know what else is a wonderful thing? Summer vacation! I am currently relaxing and rejuvenating with my family back home. I'll be back to a normal life next week. Until then, you can find me at the pool, cocktail in hand.

Summer Denim Inspiration

{Shirt: Thrifted | Shorts: Zara | Shoes: Payless | Hat: Urban Outfitters}

Earlier this week I was at screen on the green- where DCites come together on the national mall to picnic and lounge on blankets while watching an old movie- and was partaking in some people watching before the show started. A girl nearby had on the perfect summer outfit and I couldn't stop admiring her- cut-off jean shorts, a colorful lightweight flannel, and a summer hat. Naturally, I felt I had to recreate the look.

The shopper in my wanted to go out and by a new, more colorful shirt- but I resisted- and decided this thrifted find from a few years back would do the trick. This shirt is a bit on the long side, so I simply tied the front ends together to shorten it- and ta-da, my inspired, summer denim outfit was complete.  Where do you look for outfit inspiration?

Summer Shorts

{Shirt: Loft | Shorts: Target | Hat: Urban Outfitters | Shoes: Ciao Bella | Necklace: remade from old jewlery}

I am traveling for work, yet again this week. My hotel is really isolated, which means I can't walk everywhere like I usually do in DC. So I've spent a lot of time siting by the pool, sipping on gin and tonics, and relaxing. Oh, and working too. 

I snapped these photos before I left home. I've decided that these shorts are the perfect summer shorts. Light, breezy, and with a great summer print. I added a casual braid because my hair was wet and I was too lazy/hot to dry it. An easy, no fuss hair style is essential when you take several showers a day due to the heat. What are your favorite go-to summer hair styles? 

white ruffles

{Shirt: Loft  (similar) | Shorts: Loft (in stores and 40% off) | Shoes: Report | Cuff: F21}

It was a crazy weekend in DC. Record high heat and record strong thunderstorms. Trees are down, power is out, people are sweaty. Luckily, I only lost power for one night and none of the downed trees affected me too much. But there were some crazy sights: streets blocked, sidewalks ripped out of the ground with the roots of blown over trees, crushed cars, people still without power. I've never been more thankful for my AC after spending a 95 degree night without it. 

You know what else I am thankful for? Print Short. They are cool in so many ways. Perfect for styling up a 100 degree day. Also, can you believe it's July?? Where did the time go...