me. my. poncho. and. i.

As you can probably surmise from the title of this post, a certain knit poncho will be taking center stage. If I ever attend a music festival (slim chance unless it's Glastonbury), then you best believe I'll be wearing some variation of this ensemble.
 
Initially, I bought this fringed knit poncho (still available and on sale!) for winter, only to realize that I prefer it so much more when styled for spring (see ya never turtlenecks and bulky layers!). Teamed alongside a simple white tee, a denim skirt and suede ankle boots, the result was something along the lines of rodeo-ready — and I do mean that in the best possible way.
 
Particularly groundbreaking ensemble? No, not by a long shot. But for this classic prepster who swears by a uniform consisting of waxed field jackets (or Barbour) and Keds sneaks on the regular, this is as boho-chic as it gets.
 
While this outfit may not be suitable for the most balmy spring days, it's perfect for moderately warm weeks when the temps are nippy in the morning and a perfect 70 degrees (insert praise hands emoji) come recess — AKA, fun in the sun time. As for additional ways to get the most wear out of your favorite knit ponchos (and wraps for that matter)? Try teaming 'em with denim boyfriend shorts, high-waisted mom jeans or denim button-front skirts for instant festival flair.

knit poncho (on sale) | white tee (similar) | denim skirt | suede ankle boots (similar)

Do you own a knit poncho? What are your spring wardrobe essentials? Comment below!

xo,
A

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may. outfits.

Fact: Cool kids wear Keds. Stay tuned to see how I style 'em!

It’s hard to believe that summer will officially be here in a few short weeks. Heck, it’s even harder to believe that it’s already June! To recap the month of May, I thought I would share a roundup of my favorite #OOTDs. You’ll notice from my photos that May was a very rainy month — hence my umbrella in several of the snapshots. While I appreciated being able to style some rainy day outfits, I’ve come to the conclusion that I much prefer sunshine over rain on most days and could never live in a rainy climate. It’s just too gloomy for me!

Pink is my power color...

Those May showers...

Stripes + polka dots are kind of my jam.

Sorbet-hued pants turn a rainy day upside down. This Old Navy bucket bag never gets old.

I kept things daytime casual for Memorial Day. I can already tell that this striped button-down by Splendid and these cute seersucker shorts from Duo are going to be on repeat.

What are your favorite spring/summer outfit essentials? Leave a comment below!

xo,
A

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#ootd. | elbow. patches.

A very Duo outfit. My cardigan, star print cami and elephant pendant necklace are all from my favorite clothing boutique!

I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again — my favorite outfits are daytime casual at their best. Whether I’m wearing a simple LBD, a mini skirt or my favorite skinny jeans, I like to keep things on the DL. This particular outfit that I wore on a recent outing was not only ridiculously comfortable, but laid-back chic enough for a day spent at the coffee shop. (I’m no longer in school, but I think this would be the perfect #OOTD for class. Who needs leggings when your jeans have this much stretch?!) As someone who often flocks to skirts and dresses, wearing plain ol’ jeans isn’t always easy for me. Not to say that I don’t love denim (because I do!) — I just never seem to have the right t-shirt or top to pull off whatever look I’m going for. That is until this effortless outfit came about. 

For starters, I can’t say enough good things about this striped draped cardigan. It’s incredibly soft, lightweight and perfect for the unseasonably chilly spring days that we’ve been having. The best part? The elbow patches! You know that feeling you get when a dress just so happens to have pockets? Well, I get just as excited when a sweater or cardigan unexpectedly has elbow patches. Instead of pairing it with a white t-shirt, I dressed it up a bit with this silk star print cami (and a matching navy bralette from Aerie for double the comfort) and my all-time favorite elephant pendant necklace. No joke, I’m pretty sure that I’ve worn it 100 times now! Lastly, I finished off the look with my go-to Industry Standard jeans and streamlined d’Orsay flats. I would totally wear this outfit again for running errands, a weekend shopping outing — you name it!

In the Stars Cami (Duo)
Lace Cutout Bralette in Navy (Aerie)
Ivy League Cardigan (Duo)
Elephant Pendant Necklace (Duo)
Simone Midrise in Ink Blue (Industry Standard)
J.Crew Suede d'Orsay Flats (similar)

Are you a fan of elbow patches? What are your favorite #lazygirl chic wardrobe staples? Leave a comment below!

xo,
A

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indian. fall.

I don't know about you, but I have been l-o-v-i-n-g the unseasonably warm fall temps that we've been having lately. It's safe to say that I can't believe that it's November — just this week, I was wearing a mini skirt paired with a three-quarter sleeve t-shirt (sans tights)! While I wish that the 70-degree temperatures would stick around (who needs winter anyway?!), I am happy to say that I haven't had to break out the heavy coats, cold weather accessories and tights just yet. Below, I've rounded up some of my favorite #OOTDs from the past month or so that exhibit "indian fall" dressing, as I like to call it. Also: I am totally aware that I wear my field jacket entirely too much, but to my defense, I just can't get enough of how versatile + practical it is.

#everydaymadewell

Into the woods...

Bright red chino shorts + my favorite Lacoste polo (similar) for the win!

Green + white stripes have been my jam lately. Photographed here are my go-to Industry Standard jeans in the Simone Midrise fit.

Field jacket on the daily. (For a similar look, check out this J.Crew Factory field jacket and Foley + Corinna tote.)

Mad for plaid. Get the look with this plaid button-down that has the cutest elbow patches. 

| shadow play |

What are your fall essentials and favorite trends for the season? Leave a comment below!

xo,

A

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transitional. plaid.

Despite it being fall, I still have one more summer #ootd to share.  To be fair, these outfit pics were taken on the Thursday before the "official" first day of fall.  While I may not be the biggest fan of cold weather, I am partial to endless plaid days. (Aren't we all?!)  While I kept my look simple, girly + Anthropologie-esque this go-around, I foresee this plaid shirt becoming a staple over the next few months.  Whether I dress it up with an accordion pleat skirt or pare it down with an oversized grandpa cardigan, the sartorial options are endless.  

#whatiwore:  On this particular fall outing, I paired my Madewell plaid button-down with a grey full skirt from Duo that is just as comfy as it looks.  Made of an almost sweatshirt-like material (but more lightweight), it's the epitome of casual, daytime dressing.  To keep things streamlined, I opted for a minimalist horn pendant necklace from Banana Republic.  As for the bejeweled leather sandals — they're an oldie but a goodie that I snagged from American Eagle quite a few years back.  I finished off the look with a tried-and-true Kate Spade bag in a bright red-orange hue.  For days when I need to lug my laptop around — and want to add a little POC to my outfit — this tote is a go-to. 

What are your fall staples?  Leave a comment below!

xo,

A

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shorts. of. summer.

Obsessed. (Bicycle Cruiser Shorts in Navy)

Hip-hip!  As of last Sunday, summer has officially arrived.  Cue the long summer nights, endless scoops of ice cream + fun in the sun time (with SPF of course).  In honor of the start of summer, I thought that I would share my picks for the prettiest, most print-tactic shorts of the season.  But first, let me backtrack a second by saying that I've actually already found (and proceeded to invest in) the perfect pair.  Photographed above are the bicycle printed shorts of my dreams.  I mean, they're pretty perf, right?!  The navy + pink, the effortless fit, the BICYCLES!  Yes, please!

Take a peek below at some other shorts (from effortless to preppy to cool-girl) that I currently have my eye on... I call dibs on A.L.C.'s stunning flower print silk shorts!  Which pair is your fave?

What summer trends are you currently loving?  Tell me in the comments below!

xo,

A

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