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Mountain Prep 

This look is from my recent trip to the Smokey Mountains in Tennessee. Most of the trip I stuck with outfits very similar to this one so I thought I would just share one. My trip mainly consisted of going out to eat and relaxing so I didn't need anything to fancy. So, I mainly packed chino shorts with a variety of tops. For this look I paired my favorite denim shirt with a pair of plum lavender chino shorts. I love this denim shirt because you can literally wear it with everything, and I have. It is for sure one of my best purchases. When it came to accessories I only packed my favorite pieces that could work with everything I brought. So I have a statement necklace, my watch, and a few Alex and Ani bangles on. Also, my go-to sunglasses with my Lilly Pulitzer croakies. 

Isn't this view gorgeous! This was our view from our cabin where we were staying. It was unbelievable. And since I'm from the very flat Illinois I don't get to see mountains often. I could stare at that view all day. 

Where it's from: 

Shirt: J Crew 

Shorts: J Crew 

Necklace: J Crew 

Bag: Longchamp 

Bracelets: Nordstrom & Alex and Ani 

Belt: Aerie (old) 

Shoes: Jack Rogers 

Watch: Henri Bendel 

Sunglasses: Forever 21 

This necklace is perfect to bring on trips because it can go with basically everything! 

Not just for school! 

There have been super cute backpacks EVERYWHERE it seems! Designers are stepping up their backpack game I guess. But these super stylish bags are great for other things besides school. Some are dual purpose, changeable, and just straight up cute. These stylish backpacks are great for walking around on a summer day, going to the beach, or holding your essentials to you summer job or internship. Here are some of my personal favorites I have seen! 

{There is a backpack for every style! From girly, preppy, to edgy a sac is available for every girl this summer.}

practical | patterned 

 

studded | simple 

 

bright | small 

striped | versatile  

Juicy and bright 

Orange has been a big trend for summer this year. Usually I am not a big orange or yellow person but they are both growing on me. These looks all incorporate some type of orange. Whether it is in a bag, shirt, or skirt or in an accessory anyone can incorporate orange into their everyday style. 

Look 1: This look is pretty simple and easy. By pairing an orange top with jeans it creates a casual cute look. You can dress it up a bit with leather sandals and a bold statement necklace. For an extra orange pop wear a darker orange nail polish. 

Look 2: For a more subtle orange look wear a simple solid color dress, I suggest black, and carry and orange handbag. I love this one from Henri Bendel. The size is perfect and the tassel is a super cute touch. Accessorize your look with a long gold necklace and metallic sandals for an easy summer look.

Look 3: A more edgy look includes an orange skirt with a white halter crop top. Pair this summery pair with a stack of orange friendship bracelets. This combination makes for an edgy boho look. Complete the look with leather sandals. 

 

splurge | steal 

 

slurge | steal