Summer Scents

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One of my favorite things to buy for myself is new perfume and this summer has been no exception. The other day, I decided that it was finally time to splurge on Daisy by Marc Jacobs (I mean, I have only wanted it for years!) and I was so excited to find a huge bottle + rollerballs for only $69! I got it home and ripped open the container, only to find out that it was the wrong one. I was so distracted by the fact that it was a great price that I didn't realize that it wasn't the original Daisy. It still smelled good, but it was NOT what I was expecting. Sadly, I had to return the perfume and I am still on a mission to buy a bottle of Daisy before the summer ends. Do you have a favorite summer perfume?

Really, Really Cold

Top: H&M very similar here  Jacket: Old Navy  Necklace: J.Crew Factory  Jeans: Rock & Republic  Boots: Frye  Watch: Michael Kors  Sunglasses: Marc by Marc Jacobs 

So, I'm not quite sure why no one warned me... but this past weekend was really, really cold. I have no idea why I thought it was a good idea to try and get some outfit pics in, but it was a terrible, terrible idea. I woke up on Sunday before heading out for an adventure and thought it was a great time to sneak in a quick photo shoot. Wrong. It was eleven degrees. Yes, eleven.

I think after about 6 minutes outside I had lost feeling in my toes and ran back to my car and cranked up that heater. Lesson learned. No photos when it's this cold. 

Summer, where are you? I am missing you so badly right now.

10 Essential Items for an Overnight Work Trip

Sweater: Tory Burch  Top: Love Moschino  Skirt: Forever New  Shoes: Jessica Simpson  Bag: Marc Jacobs  Watch: Marc Jacobs  Sunglasses: Karen Walker  Earrings: Michael Kors  iPad Case: Henri Bendel  iPhone chargers: Amazon

Yesterday, I packed up my bag and flew to Tampa for a quick, overnight work trip. I wanted to point out the essentials that every girl needs for an overnight trip away from home:

1. iPhone/ iPad charger. With technology so crucial to our daily lives, this is one of the most important things to remember… and one of the easiest to forget. I recently bought a travel charger to throw in my purse in case I need some instant battery power.

2. Your iPad. Nothing makes a flight more enjoyable than an iPad. Especially when you rent a movie beforehand.

3. A dressy top for meetings. A simple color with some texture (or a bow!) is definitely a must-have.

4. A cardigan. Conference room always tend to be freezing and you can always use an extra layer. I love the color of this Tory Burch cardi. How perfect for summer?

5. A watch. Although phones automatically change for time zone differences, it's always nice to have the time at a glace on your wrist. Oh, and it adds some sparkle to your outfit.

6. A skirt. You can never go wrong with a flattering skirt. I love traveling in them and wearing them to conferences. They are versatile, trendy and always add a boost of confidence. I prefer skirts to pants any day.

7. A cross-body bag. This is great for heading out after a conference for dinner or to explore the city. It's a great time to leave your daily bag behind and carry something a little smaller and bolder. I adore this yellow number from Marc Jacobs.

8. Statement heels. With a simple outfit, there is no better way to stand out in a meeting.

9. Sunglasses. You can never be too prepared for weather. Especially when you are heading somewhere this time of year. Also, sunglasses are one of my favorite accessories, so I never travel without them.

10. A great pair of earrings to go with any outfit. Gold studs are always a hit.

Do you have any items that you always travel with? I'd love to hear what you can't leave behind in the comments!