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Tropical Storm Hanna is headed this way this weekend and I’m not even a little mad about it. I will totally take a weekend of rain over more heat. It sounds delightful.

However, given 2020, there’s a good chance Hanna will die out halfway here and it’ll just be hotter this weekend. This feels like a safe place to rest my hopes and dreams.

Here are a few cute things I found this week:

1. fallon eyelet maxi dress

This gorgeous dress is on sale for $149.95 with an additional 50% off all sale at Anthropologie and free shipping for orders over $50. It also comes in petite and plus sizes and I love this color. I believe it’s the unofficial color of Summer 2020.

Please note all sale items at Anthro are final sale so proceed accordingly to your commitment level.

2. abstract joggers

I featured these joggers in black last week and now they are on sale for $69.95 plus an additional 50% off making them $34. I honestly thought they were worth the original $110 price tag so the $34 price makes them solid gold.

They are so lightweight and soft. I tried on an XS and it worked, but I’d prefer a small. They do run a little big. I’m normally a 4-6 in pants for reference.

3. miranda peasant blouse

I featured this blouse a few weeks ago and now it’s $89.95 plus an additional 50% off. My friend Retha bought it and it looks so great on her.

It also comes in this blue colorway which is so bright and fun.

4. gideon scalloped hoop earrings

I love a simple hoop that has just a little something extra. These are $29.95 plus an additional 50% off.

5. ae soft & sexy v-neck t-shirt

I feel like soft & sexy is kind of an overreach for a t-shirt. However, I do own this t-shirt in two colors and it is so comfortable and soft. I wear them as a pajama top some nights and as actual clothing other times.

They are on sale for $14.99. You should get one in every color. I adore them.

6. rachel crossbody

This is such a pretty bag. It’s normally $168 but ABLE has 30% off all leather bags with code BIGBAGSALE at checkout. If you don’t like this one, just look at their site because they have so many other bags in all shapes and sizes.

But I love this one because you could wear it with different straps according to your outfit and/or mood.

I love this floral beaded bag strap.

It’s $38.

And I also love this geometric bag strap.

It’s $22.

7. knox rose eyelet blouse

This is such a pretty top to help you get through the end of summer. It’s $27.99 and it also comes in navy.

8. feseidy large hexagon sunglasses

Listen, are these sunglasses a little dramatic and over the top? Yes. But is 2020 also a little dramatic and over the top? Yes.

These are $14.99 and I adore them. I love a good pair of cheap sunglasses. All the fun, none of the long-term commitment.

9. zella slim fleece joggers

These Zella joggers are a great jogger option. I love that they are a slimmer fit. They are on sale for $24.97.

10. free people thermal knit tunic top

Nordstrom Rack has a bunch of Free People stuff on sale. This is $34.97. It’s definitely not a top I’d pay full price for, but it is the perfect top with leggings and boots when the fall gets here. Or you could wear it as a pajama top. Or with joggers and sneakers. This top is your thermal oyster.

Which sounds kind of gross now that I read it.

That’s it for today.

Hope you have a good Friday.

I got in my car yesterday and the temp read 133 degrees.

ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-THREE DEGREES.

Is that probably a bit of an exaggeration? Yes. But did it feel like it was 133 degrees outside? Yes.

Our weathermen are saying we may break 100 year old heat records over the next few days to which I say READ THE ROOM, WEATHER. We are wearing masks, we can’t go sit in a movie theater which is really the best summer activity, and now we can’t even enjoy a walk outside without bursting into flames.

2020. I quit you.

Here are some cute things I found this week:

1. jacaranda tiered maxi dress

I showed this dress on Instagram a few weeks ago and now it’s on sale for $149.95 plus there’s an extra 25% off all sale at Anthropologie right now. I think this is so pretty and the dark color would help it transition into fall.

2. romance textured tee

We have a Sundance store here in town now and I hadn’t been in yet because there’s been a pandemic. But I went in there this week just to look around and saw this top. It’s $88 and such a great elevated basic. It also comes in olive or a light gray.

3. arabella eyelet top

This is such a great summer top and it’s on sale for $39.95 plus an extra 25% off all sale at Anthropologie. It would be perfect with shorts or jeans.

4. lawrence waterproof raincoat

I have always loved a Boden raincoat and this one is on sale for $71.99 It comes in several other patterns and colors in case this blue isn’t your style.

5. universal thread tank top

I was in Target this week and bought this tank in white. I love the scoop neck and the wider straps because you can wear a normal bra and not worry about it. Plus, the material is a little bit thicker so it just looks nicer.

It’s $12.99 and appears to be almost sold out in solid colors online, but I love this stripe. I’d size up one if you don’t want it to be tight.

6. elsabet top handle crossbody bag

So I’ve been watching Anne with an E on Netflix and a new teacher named Mrs. Stacy came to Avonlea a few episodes ago. She’s a wonderful teacher and so much better than terrible Mr. Phillips, but really stood out to me is this great leather bag she carries. In fact, I’m a little obsessed with it so I did a search and found this which is a modern day version.

It’s $179 but they have 20% off for first time customers and free shipping and free returns. Just in case you’re in the market for a really pretty leather bag.

7. ferbia crochet top

I ordered this from Amazon last week and was skeptical, but I have to tell you it is so cute and so soft and the bell sleeves are perfection. It’s really a great lightweight sweater but you will need something underneath. It comes in several color options and you can pull that drawstring in front to make it shorter or longer depending on your preference. I ordered it in a medium and that’s a good fit for me.

It’s $28.88.

8. universal thread t-shirt dress

I have this dress in a charcoal gray but saw this stripe version in Target and it’s so pretty. It’s more of a cream and blush stripe in person and just $15.

9. billabong sunburnt sky maxi kimono

You know I love anything reminiscent of a 70’s vibe and this kimono fits. I love the colors and the pattern. It could also easily transition to every season. It’s $69.95 and I would bet it’s going to go fast.

10. sleeveless tiered ruffle dress

This is such a pretty dress and now it comes in this bright yellow. And it just feels like 2020 could use some bright yellow. It’s $34.99.

That’s it for today.

Stay cool.

I don’t mean that metaphorically in a slang Arthur Fonzarelli type way. I mean, literally, please stay cool. It’s hot out there.

Have a good Friday.

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I hope you all have a great 4th of July weekend as we all celebrate by staying home.

The good news is we can watch Hamilton on Disney Plus which is really one of the few highlights of 2020.

Here are a few things I found this week:

1. quay high key customizable sunglasses

I love my Quay sunglasses and I think this customizable style is a great idea. You can choose your frame color and your lens color. This is my personal favorite color combo.

They’re $65. And right now they have buy one pair and get another pair free.

2. noonday collection duchess earrings

Noonday Collection is having a huge sale on several of my favorite pieces until July 31 or they run out of stock. These are normally $48 but on sale for $28.80.

3. daily ritual super soft terry dress

I ordered this dress last week and have pretty much lived in it since it arrived. It’s so soft and feels like you’re basically wearing a nightshirt but looks like you put in a little more effort.

It’s $32.62 It comes in several color options. I ordered the small and it’s got plenty of room. I’m normally a 4-6 for reference.

4. aerie summer desert sweatshirt

This sweatshirt is one that I ordered last summer and it’s still one of my staples. It’s on sale for $26.97 and comes in several color options.

5. madden girl bam bam sandal

How cute are these sandals? They are $44.99 and they also come in a neon yellow.

You can get 20% off with code YAYDAYS20 at checkout.

6. zella high waist 7/8 leggings

I think these are so bright and fun and I believe working out in them is totally optional. They are $65 and come in a couple of other pattern and color options.

7. old navy slouchy v-neck sweater

I used to always like a summer sweater back in the days when we could do things like go to movies in a theater or eat in restaurants. I still really like this one and think that this penny color would actually be a great fall transition piece.

It comes in several color options and is on sale for just $20 because Old Navy has an extra 20% off at checkout.

8. tamarind tiered maxi dress

This dress makes me swoon. I am hoping it will go on sale because I will grab it in a second. I can’t resist a flowy midi dress. It’s currently $158 and comes in a couple of other color options.

9. miranda peasant blouse

This is such a great blouse that can be worn year round to spice up a pair of jeans. It was originally $128 but it’s on sale plus an extra 50% off which makes it just $44.98.

All sales are final so just keep that in mind.

10. old navy slub knit midi shift dress

I actually ran in Old Navy today and saw this dress in person. This olive green is so pretty and a great neutral. You could wear it now with those cute sandals above and then transition it to the fall with booties and a denim jacket or sweater.

Plus, everything is 20% off at checkout which makes this just $14. God bless America for sales.

That’s it for today.

Have a great 4th of July weekend.

This week we had a “chance” of rain every day. It turned out to be four raindrops that fell on Tuesday and did nothing to diminish the heat and everything to make it feel like I’m living in a sauna. Welcome to summer in Texas.

Here are some cute things I found this week:

1. crinkled cotton dress

I featured this dress a few weeks ago and had ordered it for myself but it hadn’t arrived yet. I own it now and I can tell you I love it. It’s super lightweight, the material is this crinkly cotton that doesn’t really wrinkle and it is very forgiving of any quarantine weight you may have gained. It could even be cute as a swimsuit coverup.

It comes in several color options and is $24.99.

2. lace up sandals

I’ve been looking for a pair of neutral lace up sandals and these are $19.99 with great reviews. They also come in black.

3. free people elsie tunic top

Macy’s has a huge sale going on right now with tons of Free People clothing included. This tunic top is normally $98 but it’s on sale plus an extra 30% off with code FRIEND at checkout It also comes in green or pink. I think it would be so cute with shorts or white jeans.

4. loft striped tiered maxi dress

Loft also has a huge sale right now and I love this striped tiered maxi dress. It has a very 70s feeling to me and that’s hard to resist.

It’s $100 but 40% off with code NEWNOW at checkout.

5. free people sweet emotion top

This is another gorgeous Free People top at Macy’s. It’s normally $128 but on sale plus an extra 30% off which makes it just $53.76.

6. scarlet gold hoop earrings in bright mix

This is the newest version of Kendra Scott earrings in the bright mix that I adore. These are perfect everyday earrings and would go with basically any outfit.

They also come in a turquoise or white. They are $68.

7. tiered maxi skirt

If you listen to the podcast then you know that I bought a chambray romper from Walmart that I regretted. And then I couldn’t return it in person because Walmart is accepting online returns. The good news is I found out I can send it back. This story is why I haven’t ordered this maxi skirt yet, but I’m really tempted. I love the color and it’s only $34.

It also comes in white or black and I just love a maxi skirt with a tank or a knotted tee for the summer.

8. blank nyc boyfriend denim shorts

I featured these before and then they sold completely out. They appear to be back in most sizes and are on sale for $45.56. I bought them two summers ago and they are my very favorite denim cut off shorts, but here’s the key. That rolled hem is sewn in. I cut mine where it’s tacked on the sides which gave me both a little more length and just made them function as true cut offs which is what I really wanted.

The denim is so soft and they are so comfortable.

9. rosarito tee

I think this is a really cute tee. It would look great with that yellow maxi skirt up above. It’s $22.95 and it also comes in black.

10. all in motion skort

I’ve seen this skort all over Instagram and finally tried it for myself. It’s a great sporty option to workout shorts and perfect if you’re a sports mom who has to sit out at a lot of hot games but doesn’t want to always wear shorts. I guess you could work out in it, too. It’s $28 and comes in several color options.

That’s it for today.

Have a good Friday.

Well.

I don’t really have anything to say today except for here are some cute clothes I found this week. We’ll call that the bright side.

1. aerie summer desert sweatshirt

I bought this sweatshirt in white and green last summer and I wear them all the time. They are super lightweight and the perfect layer when you’re inside and the A/C is blasting which is how I prefer my A/C.

It comes in a ton of colors and is on sale for $31.46.

2. chunky stretchy stack bracelets

I have a version of these bracelets that I have been wearing all the time (or at least all the time on the days I actually have somewhere to go). They are $27.89 for the set and look great all by themselves, but I love adding them in with my allie+bess bracelets that you can find here. This is my stack after church last Sunday.

3. universal thread leather ankle strap sandals

I’ve been looking for a simple nude, flat sandal because they are so versatile and these are a great deal for just $19.99.

4. aerie cheetah lace cover up

If you’re looking for a cute coverup, this one is on sale for $29.96.

5. athleta match point skirt

I have never really been an athletic skirt person because I’ve never been a tennis person, but I keep hearing rave reviews about this one. It has built in shorts underneath with a pocket and I just think it’s a cute option instead of athletic shorts.

It’s $69 and it comes in several color options and also a 15.5 length if you wanted something a little longer. This one is 13.5.

6. sunflower graphic tank top

I’ve added a couple of graphic tank tops to my wardrobe because I’ve spent so much time walking the neighborhood and/or going to work out. They look equally cute with cut off shorts or a skirt, but I can also wear them to work out with my workout leggings. This one is $17.99.

I also love this have a willie nice day tank because, well, Willie Nelson.

It’s $17.99

And if you need something festive for 4th of July, then there’s this have a willie nice day American flag tank.

It’s $16.99.

7. prettygarden plaid sleeveless dress

I think this is such a pretty, feminine dress for summer. It’s $23.89 and it also comes in other color options.

8. hannon platform sandal

I love a platform sandal because they have such a 70s vibe and are so comfortable to wear.

These are 60% off and on sale for $39.98. They have great reviews and also come in burnt orange for all my Longhorn sisters out there. If we actually get to have a football season this year, then I think these shoes are your reward.

9. xhiliration sleeveless lace detail tiered dress

I saw this at Target and it’s so pretty in person. It’s on sale for $19.99. It’s lined so it’s not see through and the length is 36 inches so it won’t be too short if you’re on the taller side.

10. gap white overalls

I have denim overalls that I have loved wearing during the quarantine and now I’ve got my eye on this white pair for summer. I think they are so cute and just an easy thing to wear around and still feel somewhat put together, like a jaunty, fashionable farmer.

That’s it for today.

Have a good Friday.

Well. We’ve made it to summer here.

And so far we’ve had rain and thunderstorms and even hail almost every day. 2020 continues to be the gift that keeps giving. I can’t wait until the plague of frogs shows up.

Anyway, I hope you’re all doing well and hanging in there. Here are some cute things I found this week:

1. bp tiered ruffle skirt

I love skirts like this for the summer. They are perfect to wear as a swimsuit coverup or you can make an outfit with a cute tank or t-shirt. This one is $45.

It also comes in white.

2. kimmie beige multi sandals

I have these sandals in black and Caroline borrowed them the other night and said, “I can’t believe how comfortable these are!” That’s what I had been trying to say. They are so cute and yet equally comfortable. The straps are stretchy but also make your foot feel so secure.

They are $76.95 but 40% off with code SPRING40 at checkout and come in several other color options.

3. come back crew sweatshirt

I love a good summerish sweatshirt and this one is perfect. Granted, I can only wear it inside in the A/C but it is still so cute with cutoffs. It’s $54.95 and also comes in a charcoal gray color.

4. billabong mix it up stripe long dress

This dress. I’m in love. I have absolutely no wear to wear it and that’s just life in a pandemic, but I think it is so cute and maybe someone else out there has an occasion that would call for this bright, fun summer dress. Plus, it’s on sale for $71.96.

And while we are talking about fabulous dresses, I just needed to share this thalita stripe maxi dress from Farm Rio.

I’m mildly obsessed with it but, again, I have nowhere to wear this dress. This dress with a mask at HEB is A LOT of look for a Tuesday.

It’s $300 but you can get 15% off with the code SUMMER15.

5. sasha shimmy ruffle hem tank

I think this top is so cute for summer and would look great with longer denim shorts or a pair of white skinny jeans. It’s $68 and comes in several color options.

6. cavallo ruffle neck tie back tank

Speaking of tops that would look great with white jeans, I really love this one. It comes in several other colors but could totally be dressed up or down. It’s $59.

7. wyatt straw rancher hat

The older I get, the wider the brim of my summer hats get. I need all the sun protection I can find in a portable option. Honestly, I’m a hair shy of buying one of those sun hats on Amazon that looks like a beekeeper suit.

This is a much cuter option and it’s just $39.

8. print kimono

I really like the print on this. It would be cute over a sleeveless dress or with shorts or jeans or really with anything. It could even be a swimsuit coverup. It’s $21.99.

9. alessandra maxi dress

This is so pretty and has great reviews if you’re in the market for a nice dress. It’s on sale for $149.95 plus there’s an extra 25% off sale at Anthropologie.

10. universal thread sleeveless tiered dress

This dress has great reviews on the Target site and it comes in several color options. I think it would look great dressed up with wedge sandals, but you could totally just wear it with a cute pair of sneakers. It’s $34.99.

That’s it for today.

Have a good Friday.