Soludos Knotted Slide Sandals

Happy Labor Day!

September 4, 2017 by jessica 2 Comments

I hope you’re having a wonderful Labor Day weekend with a few things planned for the unofficial last day of summer! Dave and I went to Lion’s Den Gorge Nature Preserve (see a pic here) yesterday for a hike with gorgeous views of Lake Michigan then headed to Port Washington to see the breakwater light (where this photo was snapped) and have a late lunch before heading back to Madison. It was the perfect way to spend Saturday. Today is all about taking it easy in town. I’ve been spray painting our vent grates white and I have a few more to do, we still have outlets to switch out from almond/black to white, and shelves to paint for the closets. But chances are that we’ll just go for a bike ride around the lake and call it a day!

Garden Party

June 5, 2017 by jessica 5 Comments

*The first eyelet band is in a saucy location, so you’ll need a half slip with this dress. I’m wearing this one.

Walk in the Park

June 1, 2017 by jessica 3 Comments

Memorial Day (and, ahem, my birthday weekend) marks the unofficial start of summer. It often feels as if I’m constantly counting down to my favorite season so that I can break out my arsenal of summer dresses. But can you really fault me for that? Lightweight dresses are the perfect canvas for layering jewelry like these rings from www.MoonstoneShop.com. I’ve been a fan of moonstone for as long as I can remember, but it was solidified when I visited Moonstone Beach in California years ago and spent well over an hour sifting through stones on the beach to find the iridescent beauties. I had intended to have the stones I found polished and set in a ring, but let’s be honest, going straight to the source for genuine moonstone jewelry is so much easier! The shop carries an array of petite rings that are perfect for layering a few statement-making pieces to sprinkle into your collection. You can also find moonstone earrings, pendants, and bracelets.

Lovely Linen

May 8, 2017 by jessica 7 Comments

It’s no surprise that summer is my favorite season, and every spring day that has even a hint of something warmer in the forecast has me reaching for summer staples to debut, like this breezy linen tunic from Garnet Hill. I’ve had the opportunity to work with Garnet Hill on a couple of posts over the past few months (here and here) and I’m always delighted with the brand’s classic cuts and high quality pieces. This particular piece is crafted from flax grown and handpicked in France, and promises to get softer with every wash. It’s such a classic piece that pairs well with other closet mainstays, like denim shorts, but will look just as chic over a swimsuit when the weather really heats up!

Also, can we take a moment to admire just how fantastic and on-trend this little bag is?! I picked it up at Target after seeing it on Cathy’s Instagram Story. It’s really soft for being faux leather, and I can’t get enough of the oversize ring handle. (The cross-body strap is removable.)

*Use code lovejessica to save 20% on any order at Welly Merck!

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Spring Casual

April 24, 2017 by jessica 6 Comments

I’ve had this outfit on repeat lately. It’s such an easy ensemble to slip on and feel pulled together without sacrificing comfort, and the tunic sweater is the perfect spring-to-summer transitional piece when the weather just isn’t warm enough for a flimsy top. (It also looks cute with cropped pants for the office.) I bought this one late last summer from J.Crew, but LOFT has a few alternatives that I like even more: this one comes in lavender and heather grey, this one has cute ties at the sides and comes in tomato and gold, and I’m all about the variegated turquoise stripes in this one.

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