hat, top, necklace, shorts, bag, sandals

How is it already July?! The year is half over and the summer is kind of half over too… although here it feels like summer is just starting! I can’t believe the 4th of July is just two days away. It’s always been my favorite holiday, no surprise since I’m such a big summer lover. I’m looking forward to doing some festive things in the sun on Thursday. I wanted to share some outfit inspiration ahead of the day in case you’re stuck with what to wear. Each of these outfits can easily be worn all summer long.

I’m planning on wearing this body suit and these shorts in the morning and then changing into a cute red one piece swimsuit, coverup and this hat for the afternoon. I think we’ll head home before the fireworks and just watch them from the front yard after the kids are asleep. But this set would be so cute to wear if you’re looking for something cozy.

denim romper, shoes, top, shorts, sunglasses

on Crosby: set, shoes

on me: sunglasses, set, shoes

cabana

similar hat, similar romper, similar bag, similar sandals 

top, jeans 

June is usually pretty gloomy, but it’s been an abnormally long month of gloom around here. I think we’ve only seen the sun a handful of times. We are more than ready for some warmth and sunshine right now, but that didn’t stop us from heading out on a friend’s boat last night. At first I wanted to find a cute dress to wear but when I checked the forecast Monday and saw that it was only supposed to be in the 60’s and cloudy, I knew pants would be a smarter option. Luckily I ended up finding this cute pair of palm print pants at H&M. And it didn’t end up being too cold out on the water!

headband, similar tank, pants, similar shoes,necklace, bag

on Jeff: shirt, pants, shoes

High-waisted pants are your BFF after you have a baby. They do double duty and look chic while holding everything in. The pair I’m wearing is under $20 and comes in a bunch of cute prints. They’re also really light weight for summer and almost feel like you’re wearing pajamas. Always a win in my book. 🙂

I’m also finally jumping on board the headband trend. It seems like hair accessories are really having a moment right now. Everything from sparkly barrettes to scarfs to bows to headbands. I found this one at Anthroplogie while shopping the other day. They have so many cute ones… and lots of other fun hair accessories too!

Since we were going to be out on the water I suggested Jeff wear a linen shirt. When in Rome, right?! He also never misses an opportunity to wear his beloved boat shoes, which he has in just about every color.

headband, similar tank, pants, similar shoes,necklace, bag

on Jeff: shirt, pants, shoes

Thank you so much for stopping by – hope you’re having a good week!

Happy Monday! It’s the first full week of summer and it’s my birthday… both call for a celebration. Or a spritz. Speaking of… how cute are these mommy and me matching sweaters Crosby and I got from Show Me Your Mumu? They just released a match your mama line that’s beyond adorable. I want everything. 🙂

on me: sweater c/o, shorts, sunglasses

on Crosby: sweater c/o, similar shorts

Have you ever had an Aperol spritz? They’re super popular right now and I love drinking them in the summer. I use this recipe (I found it here):

1) Aperol

Only Aperol will do here. Aperol is a bright orange apéritif. The brand describes the flavors as, “zesty orange with complex herbal scents harmonized with a touch of vanilla.” Look for Aperol near the liqueurs or amaros at the liquor store.

2) Prosecco

Prosecco is an inexpensive Italian sparkling wine similar to Spanish Cava or French Champagne. I recommend choosing a dry (brut) Prosecco so you drink doesn’t turn out too syrupy or sweet. Good choices range from 12 to 18 dollars.

3) Club soda

For some fizzy dilution. Any unflavored sparkling water will work. I keep cans of sparkling water in my pantry for this purpose.

4) Slice of fresh orange

You can skip this if you don’t have it, but an orange slice is the classic garnish for an Aperol spritz.

But back to our outfits. These sweaters also come in mama and mini sayings that are just as cute. Crosby’s sweater is available in both toddler and baby sizes too. I also got Crosby and Wilder these peanut butter and jelly t-shirts. I can’t wait until he’s a little bigger and fits into it… clearly I’m obsessed with matching/coordinating.

on me: sweater c/o, shorts, sunglasses

on Crosby: sweater c/o, similar shorts

Hope you had a great weekend – cheers to Monday!

A couple of months ago Jeff and I were lounging playing with the kids in the backyard and both decided we wanted to make a few changes. Our outdoor dining table had been with us since we lived in our rental house and gotten a lot of use/weather over time. We decided a new table was the perfect place to start.

Luckily our plans happened to align with a big sale at World Market and we snagged everything for a major deal. I highly recommend scouting out sales before you make big furniture purchases. Lots of times they coincide with holidays, so keep that in mind.

I was immediately drawn to the white-washed wood tables and quickly decided on this one. We knew we wanted a large enough table to seat our families when they come over. We purchased these chairs and this bench. At first we didn’t know if the bench was the right decision but have been so happy with it. But my favorite part of the table is the umbrella… I had been eying this umbrella for awhile and knew it would look perfect in our backyard. It brings in a fun boho element.

We have a pretty big backyard and outdoor patio with different areas for seating and lounging. Last year we purchased these lounge chairs during a sale on Wayfair and have been so happy with them.

Our next area to tackle is our outdoor living room. A few years back Jeff purchased a lot of cushions and decided to build the couch, love seat and chair. He did an amazing job and we’ve loved having that outdoor area but felt like we needed more to fill up the space. We purchased these end tables also during the Memorial Day sale.

Next up we’re looking for an outdoor rug (I have my eye on a few here and here), mounting our TV and finishing up lighting and Jeff is going to built out our fire table (it wasn’t big enough for his liking).

Happy first day of summer!

romper, bike, hat, sandals (on sale!), necklace, bag

I love a good romper in the summer. They’re so comfortable! I always look for ones that can be dressed up or down to maximize wearing potential. I snagged this one last week and have already worn it a couple times. It checks all the boxes and also comes in black. I especially love that there are buttons down the whole front. It’s perfect for nursing and can also be worn more like a playsuit with a top underneath.

It has been really gloomy and chilly here lately and I’m currently waiting for the return of the sun and summer so I can wear more rompers. I have my eye on a few of a similar style… this cute romper/overall hybrid, another button front romper (loving the mustard color), this cute striped romper and this chic white one.

romper, bike, hat, sandals (on sale!), necklace, bag

I’m all about convenience these days… going out with a newborn + a toddler and dealing with getting in and out of the stroller, car seats, carts, etc is a big ordeal. I save that for when I want to get us out of the house, more than when we actually need something. Which brings me to Amazon. What did we do without Amazon!? It’s a magical place where you can find everything under the sun and convince yourself you need it because your payment info is already saved and hello two-day shipping if you have Prime. Today I thought I’d share some of my recent Amazon purchases.

Layered shel necklace – I’m very into the shell jewelry trend this summer. I already have a few pieces but I found this fun multi-strand necklace that’s only $7.99 and immediately added it to my cart. It’ll arrive by 8 pm tonight.

Shell choker – Another shell piece I love. I ordered this one when I was pregnant but knew it would better after baby. Pregnancy and chokers don’t really go together… especially when your face is puffy. Love it for summer!

Button down dress – I’ve seen different versions of this dress on a handful of people and love the shape and practically of it. Buttons on clothes for nursing is the best. It comes in a bunch of colors/patterns, but I decided on the yellow. It’s so fun for summer!

Clear bag – This is a dupe of a much more expensive bag, but it’s super trendy. And for pieces this trendy I always look for a cheaper option. I doubt I’m going to be into clear bags for that long but right now I’m loving it. I often wish I could carry it more but it wouldn’t quite work as a diaper bag.

Palm Leaf Coverup – I’ve actually had this for awhile but want to share if you’re looking for a fun summer coverup. It’s perfect over bathing suits but it can be really chic over an all white outfit too.

Heart sunglasses – A frivolous purchase that I’ve surprisingly gotten a lot of wear out of.

Toddler romper – Crosby has this romper in Marigold and it is beyond adorable on her. Every time she wears it people stop and ask where it’s from. Less than $15 and comes in a bunch of colors. I think she needs it in lilac too.

Golden Goose dupes – Another toddler item that I’ve talked about before, but we still love these sneakers. Crosby has three pairs that have been through the trenches… literally. They’re easy to clean and have held up so well.