Summer Sunnies

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Now that I am back on the west and the days are full of sunshine I've started eyeing some new sunnies that I'd love to add to my collection for the summer. With vacations and trips to Tahoe in the works, I think I may need a wider selection of sunglasses to throw in my beach bag. I have been dying for a pair similar to #4 but every time I find a pair in stores I fall out of love with them. I think finding a gold/ rose gold pair may be my solution. Oh, and how cute is the #3 pair? I think they would look so good on the beach with a new mint-colored bathing suit. Ahh, I can't wait until summer!

6 Must-haves for Back to School

With all of the ads for back to school,  I can't help but put together a list of a few things I am craving. While I may not be heading BTS this year, it's a great time of year to get a few must-haves for fall.  Here are six things I am currently lusting after.

1. Ankle boots. While I have a couple pairs already, these are so casual with the buckles and I think having a pair of booties that can be dressed up or down are essential for the fall season. I prefer black, but brown ones would be a great addition to my closet as well. 

2. Ashley Brooke Designs mug. If I were heading back to school this year, I would want a new travel mug to transport caffeine to and from the library. But, because I am out of school, I would love to treat myself to one of the mugs I have been lusting over from Ashley Brooke Designs. All of her mugs are a perfect way to wake up and this one is one of my very faves. 

3. Animal Sweater. Last fall, I fell in love with a J.Crew cat sweater but sadly discovered it too late. They were out of my size in-stores and online; I have been looking for a replacement since. This sweater from C.Wonder is on my list because it has a perfect color scheme plus the puppy is too cute. Definitely the next best thing to that cat sweater. 

4. Gold clutch. I have had my eye on a few gold bags as of late and sadly, I did not score the Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAC (in rose gold) during the summer sale (see what cold feet can do to a girl?) I am still keeping a close watch on a few gold bags and this envelope clutch is at the top of the list. It is sleek and affordable-- two must-haves for a fall bag. 

5. Sunglasses. I'd be lying if I said I didn't want new sunglasses.  Heck, I ALWAYS want new sunglasses. I am addicted. This Kate Spade pair would look fabulous with a hat and scarf and easily transition from fall to winter. Dying for these.

6. Leather top. Leather is all over the place these days (as well as faux leather) and I am thrilled. Something about black leather has a sort of badboy feel and I can't wait to incorporate more of it into my wardrobe. I have a skirt and a jacket right now, but how fun would it be to rock this leather top to work for casual Friday. 

Can't. Wait.

What pieces are you craving for back to school?

Back to Work

Dress: Kensie Girl Similar Style  Shoes: Steve Madden  Bag: Coach  Sunglasses: Ray Ban  Watch: Urban Outfitters Similar Style

After quite an exciting weekend, today I had to get ready to head back to work. Mondays are always tough after a fun weekend. This past weekend, two of my friends from college moved to DC and into our house. I am so excited to have friends from back home out here. Now, just a short week of work and then off to Michigan for a wedding!

Hope you have a great Monday!