Mom: I’m shopping for a car, do you like this one? [sends photo of Volkswagen Beetle ]
Me: Love it. How fast can you get it?
Mom: Not sure, why?
Me: Because it would make a really cute prop for blog pics while I’m there next week.

True story! No my mom did not buy a vehicle just so that I could take a cute pic, but I am so glad that we have the same taste in cars :). Now how can I kidnap this little bug and bring it back to San Francisco?! Insert all the heart eyes.

What do you get when you put a city girl in the country?! An over dressed gal who sinks in the grass in her four inch high heels. Hurry – someone send the solmates! All joking aside, I love this outfit because it’s practical. I will be the first to admit that my clothes are not the most practical of items. But this sweet peplum top is coming to the rescue and it is the perfect hue for the summer. It will look great with all of your short or long denim – white included. But when you are “blessed” with a petite frame, you are always thinking of ways to elongate the appearance of your legs. I am here to tell you the shorter the better when it comes to jean shorts. Now take it a step further and add a nude high heel to the mix. Voila! Just like that you’re virtually taller.

This was my first time riding in a Volkswagen Beetle. I was pleasantly surprised at the level of comfort in the front seat. It was very easy to drive and handled the New England countryside so well. To all of my fashionable friends…if you are in the market for a stylish vehicle, the Volkswagen Beetle is it! A special shoutout is in order to Mitchell Volkswagen for making car shopping a breeze. This is sixth or seventh vehicle my family has purchased from Mitchell. I guess you can call us creatures of habit?!

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Top | Shorts (similar here and here) | Earrings c/o | Sandals | Volkswagen Beetle

Photos by Mom

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Whenever I visit CT, I use it as an excuse to step up my prep game. The easiest way for me to accomplish this is to throw on a striped garment and some pearls (last seen here). This time around I rocked a cold shoulder top and my go-to chunky necklace. This top is one of my favorites because it is a feminine take on a boxy boyfriend shirt. I tied the ends up to add a little California flair, and polished off the look with beaded lace-up sandals. Stay tuned New York Fashion Week event coverage.

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Top c/o Current Clothing (similar here) | Shorts | Shoes | Necklace

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Blue and White Stripes

Blue and white stripes are as preppy as it gets. Rather than a classic button down or collared shirt, gravitate towards a less common silhouette or neckline. Consider a halter, tube dress, or an off the shoulder shirt like the one modeled here. I styled mine with a modern pair of skinny jeans.

Pearls and accessories

Funk up your pearls and accessories when styling your blue and white stripes. Rather than a dainty strand, go for a more dramatic effect with costume jewelry. I adorned the featured top with what I refer to as my “Mardi Gras beads“! A chunky necklace like this will effortlessly take your preppy look to a new level.

All or Nothing

When you step out of your comfort zone, you have two options: all or nothing! Own the “new” you and embrace the fact that you are trying something different. I definitely felt silly walking around with a basket of sunflowers but hey, never mind the things we do for love, it’s more like the things we do for blog pics…

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Top originally from Current Clothing (similar here and here) | Jeans | Shoes | Necklace {similar)

A special thanks to Luke Wayne Photography for capturing the moment.

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You cannot visit good ol’ Canton without a trip to Collinsville. Whether you’re grabbing a bite at LaSalle, or you’re out for a jaunt along the walking trail, this downtown area epitomizes the phrase, “Small Town USA.” Obviously I needed a picturesque outfit to go along with the picturesque setting! That is where the eyelash lace comes to play. Eyelash lace is very regal. This fine fabric has become a popular embellishment, and brands like For Love & Lemons and Free People often resort to this adornment. When I tried this look on for my mom she said, “Free People could put a tag on this and sell it as theirs!” She would be correct minus the hefty price tag. This set is barely over $40! Who’s excited?!

This ensemble makes a statement in and of itself. Not only is it a majestic look, but the fit is worth discussing! If you are looking for a way to instantly elongate the appearance of your legs, this skirt will do it. The built-in short shorts and sheer maxi skirt overlay will give you the boost you’ve always admired. Five inch heels won’t hurt either…I kept the accessories to a minimum because I did not want to take away from the overall look. I am already looking forward to rocking this outfit in the California sunshine.

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Top | Skirt | Shoes | Bralette | Earrings

A special thanks to Luke Wayne Photography for capturing the moment on the iconic Collinsville bridge!

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