Teenage Angst

Shirt: c/o Groopdealz [similar]

Jeans: c/o Aeropostale [ON SALE FOR $25]

Hat: c/o zeroUV

Shoes: Converse

Watch: c/o Feral Watches

Backpack: c/o Aeropostale

This outfit reminds me of something I would wear back in high school. In fact, I'm pretty sure I've worn it....in high school. Maybe it's the backpack? Or the tomboy-chic vibe? Either way it brought back lots of memories of my teenage angst dayzzz.

Seriously guys, I was all about that rocker chick, emo girl, omg-this-song-is-about-my-life, life. However, as moody as I was in high school, I gotta say that my taste is music was pretty on point. At least in my opinion. As much as I've changed since graduating in 09, mentally, physically, and emotionally, if a Fall Out Boy or Forever the Sickest Kids ever comes on during the present day, I'll lose all chill.

This outfit/post inspired me to look up all the music on Spotify that I used to listen to back in the day and man it took me down memory lane. Listening to one song sparked a memory that reminded me of another song, which reminded me of a time where I listened to this one song, etc. etc. Needless to say I sorta kinda got lost in the music and when I looked up at the clock it was nearly 2 AM. Yep.

Anyway, I decided to share that playlist with you folks just so you can reunite with your teenage angst high school self. So sit back, relax, and remember the days when the biggest worry you had was if your crush would notice your cute outfit next day at school (unless that is still your biggest worry... well then, good luck). Weren't those the days? (not) Enjoy!

*If the embedded player doesn't work, here is the LINK to the playlist. You might need to sign up for a Spotify account but it's fast and freeeeee*

ps. If you haven't yet, watch my October Favorites video HERE and my previous Vlog HERE!

Cheers.

Crossing Bridges

Top: c/o Aeropostale
Bra: c/o Aeropostale
Pants: c/o Aeropostale [similar]
Shoes: Converse via Shopbop
Necklace: c/o Song Yee Designs
Sunglasses: c/o zeroUV [similar]
Backpack: Fjallraven via Shopbop

Hello beautiful people!

Hope you all had a fabulous weekend. Can you believe July is coming to an end this week already? Like, where did you go Summer? As much as I love love looove Fall fashion, I'm not hating the need to bundle myself up every time I step outside the house. So for now, I'll just be soaking up all the sun I can get and swimming in every body of water I can find.

Sorry I'm short of words today! I've been spending most of my days lying on the couch with the swamp cooler on because of how hot it's been lately, so I don't really have anything exciting to report about my life, haha.

Cheers to another week!

Just being a creeper...

Top: c/o LuLu*s
Overalls: Shopbop
Shoes: Converse via Shopbop
Short Necklace: c/o Song Yee Designs
Long Necklace: c/o Made by Maru
Sunglasses: c/o zeroUV
Earrings: Shopbop
Watch: c/o Daniel Wellington

If you don't know, I'm kinda sorta obsessed with the show Big Brother.

It's not officially summer for me without it! I mean, a reality show that airs three times a week, is filled with lots of trashy drama and twists, has amazing designs and setups for competitions, and the ability to creep on the houseguests 24/7 via live feeds?! How is that not anyone's favorite TV show? So yep, that's pretty much what I've been up to these past couple weeks. Just being a creeper. A socially acceptable creeper. Kind of.

So far my favorite houseguests are:

Liz/Julia -- Mostly cus I want them to make it to where they reveal they're twins and see everyone's priceless reactions

James -- Cus who doesn't like an asian hillbilly

Johnny Mac -- I crack up every time this kid talks because it sounds like he's drunk slur shouting. It's hilarious.

My meh houseguests are:

Audrey -- She has told way too many lies and is part of one too many alliances WAY too early in the game

Da'Vonne -- Don't get upset when you get caught doing something sketchy and people get suspicious. She plays victim way too much.

Do any of you guys watch BB??

If so, let me know what you think of this season so far and who your favorite houseguests are!

I always love gossiping with others about the lives of random people I watch on TV. It's the best.

#teamdonny for life.

Cheers.

Fourth of July Ready w/ Indy Brand + GIVEAWAY

Shirt: c/o Indy Brand

Shorts: Amazon [similar]

Shoes: Converse via Shopbop

Backpack: Fjallraven via Shopbop

Watch: c/o Daniel Wellington

Sunglasses: c/o zeroUV [similar]

Necklace: c/o Song Yee Designs

Earrings: c/o LuLu*s

Yes guys, I know.

Fourth of July is NEXT weekend.

But there's nothing wrong with prepping a little early for it, right? ;)

Especially when this weekend is the last time you can order your America-themed tops from Indy Brand to get them in time for Fourth of July!! If you haven't found anything to wear yet for Independence Day, I highly recommend taking a look through their Local Native Collection. You can choose from the Land of Freedom tee I'm wearing in today's post (which also comes in different colors and tank top form) to this super adorable American Flag tee! But make sure you order by June 29 so you can get your USA on next Friday!

This is the outfit I'll be chilling in by the pool on the Fourth of July. I saw these athletic shorts on Amazon the other day and knew I HAD to get them. Seriously, how cute are they? I'm definitely going to be wearing these all throughout summer--not just on Friday. They're perfect for the pool, hiking, and even working out! My brother-in-law and I are actually having a competition on who can have the better patriotic outfit for the Fourth (hopefully he doesn't see this blog post so my outfit isn't spoiled, haha) and I say I might be giving him a run for his money! He does however, have a matching stars and stripes tank top and swim shorts... so I better step up my game by next week.

Also, I've been seeing these Fjallraven backpacks all over Pinterest lately. It seems like everyone and their dog have them, so naturally I had to get one for myself. Sadly I did not get one for my dog though. Sorry Samson.

Do you guys have any cool plans for the Fourth of July?

The Hamilton family reunion will be that weekend so I'll be BBQ-ing it up with the fambam!

I'm already salivating over all the hot dogs I'll be chowing down on that day. Ahhhhh.

PS. If you haven't yet, be sure to check out my first video tutorial on how to get loose summer curls HERE! :)

Have a great weekend homies!

Cheers.

Eye Heart You

Top: c/o StyleGirl
Shorts: borrowed from Lo [similar]
Hat: c/o Gypsy Threads [similar]
Sunglasses: c/o zeroUV
Belt: old [similar]
Watch: Urban Outfitters
Purse: c/o LuLu*s
Sandals: c/o LuLu*s [similar]

Oh haiiii there.

I'm getting my 22-year-old Taylor Swift on in today's outfit if you hadn't noticed by now! Every time I put these red sunnies on I can't help but get an urge to dress up like a hipster and make fun of my exes... ;) (uh-uh, uh-uh)

No but really this outfit is so fun and comfy to wear! You really can't go wrong with a white tee and some denim shorts--it's classic beyond classic. I love the pop of color the sunglasses give to the look--I want to go out and buy these babies in every color they come in! Also, I've been taking this fringe purse everywhere I go recently. It's so cute and surprisingly very roomy for how small it looks! Let's just say it's big enough to smuggle some sodas and candy into the movie theater without it looking suspicious. Whoops.

Don't judge.

You know you do it too.

Speaking of movies, it must be a summer thing because Connor and I have seen a lot of them recently! The latest movie we saw in theaters was Jurassic World and it was ahhhhmaaaaazing. I'm kind of obsessed with the Jurassic Park series, like my family owns all the VHS tapes (I FEEL SO OLD SAYING THAT). I even remember my parents going to watch the third one in the theaters but I couldn't go with because I was too young (apparently 10-year-olds are too young to hang with dinosaurs, thanks mom and dad). Anyway, the latest installment definitely lived up to the hype in my opinion, so bravo.

But the real award goes the Bryce Dallas Howard, because any woman who sprints (and I mean SPRINTS) around in heels that much for a film deserves a friggin' trophy, man. For most of the movie I kept thinking to myself, "TAKE OFF THE HEELS, WOMAN!" but she always got away in time from the dinosaurs so it must have worked for her. Also, I almost died laughing when I saw this video of Chris Pratt showing how hard it is to run in heels:

Oh Chris. You're my hero.

Hope your Tuesday is looking cheerful!

Cheers.

Spring Whites w/ LuLu*s: Look 4

Outfit c/o LuLu*s

swimsuit

shorts

sandals

hat

Sunglasses: c/o zeroUV

Necklace: c/o Song Yee Designs

Fujifilm Instax Mini 8 c/o Aeropostale

Welcome to the fourth and final look in my Valentine Fashion Series with LuLu*s!

If you missed them, check out Look 1, Look 2, and Look 3.

I've saved the best for last--today's finale white piece is this adorable swimsuit! I've always wanted a white one-piece so I'm super excited to add this to my Spring/Summer wardrobe. This suit will definitely be worn numerous times to the pool, lake, beach, park, basically anywhere there's sun and water. I love how well these floral shorts and grey hat go with my swimsuit--they're the perfect cover-up for the bottom half of my bod and the top half of my head! ;) Also, these sandals are EVERYTHING. I'm going through a wrap sandals phase right now--I'm predicting that I'll have at least five pairs of them by the end of Summer. Yep.

It isn't officially Spring until you're chillin' poolside, amiiiriggght?? 

I hope you've enjoyed my Spring Whites fashion series!

Thank you to those who've been following along with each look! I love you guys.

I hope you're able to find inspiration in these four looks. May your wardrobe be filled with brights and whites this season! :)

Also, BE SURE to come back TOMORROW for a GIVEAWAY with LuLu*s!

We will be giving away $100 store credit to one lucky winner so make sure you swing by and join in on the fun. You definitely don't want to miss out on this awesome opportunity to score big for your wardrobe!

Here's a recap of the series outfits for ya:

Look 1: White Jeans

Look 2: White Blouse

Look 3: White Skirt

Look 4: White Swimsuit

Which one is your favorite?

Remember!

Giveaway. Tomorrow. June 11. $100. LuLu*s.

Be there or be square.

Cheers.

Lakeside x Billabong

Swimsuit: c/o Billabong

Shortalls: c/o Billabong

Sunglasses: c/o zeroUV

Shoes: Converse via Shopbop

Disc Necklace: c/o Song Yee Designs

Moon Necklace: c/o Le Tote [similar]

Earrings: c/o Aeropostale [similar]

Oh hey there Mr. Sun. Nice of you to join the party.

Yaaaas, the weather is FINALLY warming up over here in UT and I couldn't be more excited! I'm actually usually our ugly swamp cooler in the middle of the living room wall during the day to keep things nice and cool. Although there is a leak in the hose that connects to the cooler which is creating a pool of water on our front porch. The other day when I was signing for a package the UPS man commented, "I think your cooler is leaking..." No UPS man. I'm just in the process of making a moat surrounding our apartment. #thankyoucaptainobvious

Connor and I took advantage of this warm weather and spent a lovely afternoon at Utah Lake the other day! I, of course, decided to sport my recent arrivals from Billabong: this super cute striped swimsuit and sweet pair of shortalls! I've always been a huge fan of Billabong and they never disappoint with their awesome collection of beachwear! I'll definitely be wearing this ensemble a lot this spring and summer so just call me an outfit repeater already. I'm also obsessing over this beach romper and sandals. Get in my closet. Now.

ALSO, I've been drooling over these pair of Chuck Taylors for foreverrrrrrrr and I'm so stoked that I finally snagged a pair of my own! Yayyyyyy.

Samson loved hopping around from rock to rock. We def gotta get this pup on some hiking trails this summer! Also, this ladybug.

If you missed it, make sure you check out Look #1 in my Spring Whites fashion series w/ LuLu*s HERE!
Tomorrow I'll be sharing Look #2 so swing by for that!

Have an amazing Wednesday friends!

Cheers.