Feeling Drained

Have you ever felt completely drained but for no actual reason? This is how I have been lately. I think it is because I haven’t actually been accomplishing anything major lately. I have nothing to think about or do other than just go to work. I need to get back to having goals. Starting tomorrow, my golf game is my focus for the summer, and I will give it my all.

The Great Debate: Comfort v Style

Do you ever find yourself debating an outfit based on comfort and style? Something may look really cute, but you know that by the end of the day your feet will be aching. Then again, a comfortable outfit may not leave the impression that you want on people when they see you.

It's always tough when you have an obligation to get dressed for, but nothing that is within the dress code seems to satisfy you. You want to look cute but you also want to be comfortable if you are going to be doing lots of things throughout the day.

What do you do when you face this dilemma?

I have found some staple pieces that are comfortable but still can be dressed up to be appropriate for more formal occasions. A dark pair of jeans and a staple solid j.crew tee an be paired with a blazer to make a really cute outfit, that is still comfortable to wear.

What are your staple pieces that are just so comfortable to wear?

Getting Organized: Summer Research

I am fortunate to have a research grant again this summer through a program at my school. This meant that I only had about two weeks off after classes ended before I had to be back at work on academic type stuff for the summer.

I love organization, and I love everything to be neat when it comes to my school work. For my research, I have decided to use file folders from Lilly Pulitzer and silver binder clips to keep all of my stuff together. This matched with my Lilly planner (which is basically my life in a little book!).

I’ve never done file folders before as an organizational strategy, so I’m interested to see how this actually works out. If I am successful, maybe I will adopt it for fall semester next year.

Part of a Dynasty

My high school golf team won yet another state championship on Tuesday. I was fortunate enough to go out with the team and be there for the win. I love all the girls, past and present, and I am so proud to be a part of such an amazing group of girls. 11 straight state championships is amazing!

Waiting for the Opportune Moment

Very often, I lust for things that my college budget cannot afford. I have been looking at the J.Crew Lorelai dress in white for quite some time, and it finally made it to the outlet. This weekend, they had a big sale, and there was an additional online promotion, which made the dress finally affordable for me! It came down from $79.95 to $24.15!

Did you find any good sales over Memorial Day weekend?

Golf Team

When I was in high school, I played on the golf team. It was by far the best experience of high school for me, and I would give just about anything to be on the team still, as I met some of my best friends there.

Tomorrow I am heading out to be a “chaperone” of sorts for my old team as they travel to state championships to try to win an 11th straight State title. I can’t wait to go, and I’m so proud of these girls already!

My Senior Year!

Statement Necklaces

I’m usually the girl who wears a small necklace, one that is simple and understated, and goes with just about anything. Typically it is my Cape Cod necklace or my medallion from my high school graduation (I’ll explain that later).

Lately, I have been noticing all the women wearing statement jewelry, and I have wanted to see if I could pull off the statement necklace as well. I already wear outrageous earrings, and my wrists are covered in bracelets and watches at all times; don’t even get me started on all the rings I wear.

The first statement necklace that I am going to try comes from Bridier Baubles, and should be arriving either tomorrow or monday. I am planning on wearing it with one of my favorite J.Crew dresses to an event next weekend. I could not be more excited to see how it all looks together when it arrives.

Here is the outfit that I have in mind:

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and either my silver Jack Rogers or a nude heel depending on how sore my feet are after a long day!