Last Week

Yes, last week rocked.

I turned 17.

{My best friends surprised me with a dinner reservation to my one of my favorite places downtown: Bull and Bear!}

I got a car.

{Muffy and Me. Isn't she gorge?!}

I celebrated my favorite holiday ever.

 {Who doesn't love the Fourth?}

Now let me just say, I got countless compliments on the tank I wore on the 4th. It's from The Fraternity Collection (formerly known as The Frat Collection), but I picked it up from a local store called Country Classics. I got a medium because I wanted it to be a little oversized, and that worked perfectly. I think I would have been swimming in a large! The quality is also top notch–good fabric for the pocket, supersoft cotton on the tank–I definitely recommend the brand, plus all of their shirts are fully customizable on the website!

And on top of all this goodness, I also found not one, but TWO part-time nannying jobs that I can balance with each other and still have time to dance. How great is that?

XO

Happy 4th of July!!!

Happy 4th, y'all!! I'll be spending my favorite holiday at a parade with my boyfriend, the beach with my friends, and a barbecue and fireworks with all my friends later tonight. Tomorrow, I'll be at the boyfriend's country club for a carnival and more fireworks. Sounds like a perfect two days, doesn't it?

How are you celebrating the 4th?

XO

What To Wear: Fourth of July

My favorite holiday is close upon us! I'm in love with the Fourth of July because it combines my favorite things: summer, parties, and patriotism. It's the time to celebrate all that is great about America. I'm always sporting something festive with red, white, and blue. Of course, I already have my outfits picked, but if you're still looking for inspiration, search no further.

Tank | Shorts | Hat | Sandals

Polo | Skirt | Sandals | Sunglasses

Dress | Necklace | Bracelet | Sandals

Bikini Top | Bikini Bottom | Flip Flops | Sunglasses | Hat | Shirt

What are you wearing this 4th of July? Do you have any fun plans? Let me know!

XO

Happy 4th!!

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Oh, yes it is! I know I said I wouldn't be posting for the rest of the week, but it's officially my favorite holiday, the day we celebrate just how great it is to live in America! We are so incredibly blessed to call this country of dreams, determination, and prosperity our own. 

I think Rodney Atkins said it best in his song, "It's America."

 It's a high school prom, it's a Springsteen song, it's a ride in a Chevrolet; it's a man on the moon and fireflies in June and kids selling lemonade. It's cities and farms, it's open arms, One Nation Under God. It's America.

I'll be spending today with my friends and family at the beach, a barbecue, and the firework show. And you can bet I'll be decked out in the good ol' red, white, and blue!

I wish y'all a very happy 4th of July with all your loved ones! 

XO

North Shore Prep

4th of July Outfits

My second favorite holiday (right after Christmas. But, like, it's Christmas...) is right around the corner! That's right, I'm totally obsessed with the 4th of July. I'm still not sure if it's because it's so close to my birthday and the fireworks sometimes start a couple days early–on my actual birthday–or if it's just that I have an irrational love of the red, white, and blue. I'm thinking both. But then again, I do have an entire board on Pinterest dedicated to 'Merica and an American Flag bikini, so you never know...

If you're still looking for an outfit for the 4th, here are some super cute and preppy suggestions.

Shirt | Shorts | Bandeau | Headband | Bracelet | Sandals

This outfit is so versatile! It's perfect for virtually any activity on the 4th, from a backyard barbecue to playing Baggo to going to the parade and watching fireworks! I'd roll up the sleeves of the button-up and tie it at the hem. And I'm obsessed with the bow headband and Jacks!

Shirt | Skirt | Sandals | Cardigan | Sunglasses

This is a little dressier, and perfect for a day to night celebration at your country club or really anywhere else you may be where you need to be a little more polished and put together. I love the anchors on the skirt. They bring a playful feel to the whole outfit!

Bikini | Dress | Flip Flops | Tote | Sunglasses | Croakies

I'm obsessed with this whole outfit. The American Flag bikini, the lobster tote, the adorable white dress that serves as a perfect cover up. I'd say you could wear this from the beach straight to a barbecue or clam bake, no problem. It's just too cute!

XO

North Shore Prep