Weekend Recap

This weekend was a good one. Really, really, off-the-charts, wonderful good.

Friday night was Little Sis's birthday party. A bunch of her friends came over to celebrate with a barbecue and a bonfire. Even though they're so much younger than me, I have to admit that my friends and I did have a great time mingling with the kids and the grown-ups!

My best friend and I with my neighbor's sweet baby boy! {shirt: J.Crew | skirt: Lilly Pulizer (old)}

Not to mention the incredible cakes from Three Tarts.

Make a wish!

Saturday was a lot of grad party hopping, followed by having my closest friends over to watch the Blackhawks game and a bonfire after. The Hawks pulled off an awesome win to make it a great night.

Some of the gals! {shirt | shorts: both J.Crew}

Finally today after an impromptu breakfast with friends, my boyfriend and I went to catch the last day of the PGA Encompass Championship being played at North Shore Country Club. 

{polo: vineyard vines | skort: Lilly Pulitzer (old) | sandals: Jack Rogers

watch: Michael Kors (old) | bracelet: J.Crew (old)}

We saw some great golf, and even bumped into Fred Couples as he was walking back into the clubhouse!

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It was so hot out on the course that we headed over to my boyfriend's club after to lounge at the pool.

Except for a thunderstorm rolling in in the late afternoon, I couldn't have asked for a more perfect weekend.

On Tuesday, I go to UDA Elite Camp at Illinois State University for four days! I won't be posting while I'm there, but hopefully I'll find time tomorrow to queue some posts!

How was your weekend? Let me know!

XO

Not Your Boyfriend's Clothes

Boyfriend style clothing is no new trend, but lately, I've fallen even further in love with it! Men's flannels and sweaters have been my kryptonite lately. They're so cozy, and if you style it right, are still fun and girly!

Shirt | Sweater | Leggings | Boots | Bracelets (top, middle, bottom) | Watch

It all starts with a button down or sweater. Pick one. Layering both will likely turn out too bulky and notsocute. My favorites come from the men's section at J.Crew, Target, and LL Bean. Target is great because it's very inexpensive...I've found some great steals there!! LL Bean won't do too much damage to your wallet either, and the sale section at J.Crew is a goldmine.

*sizing tip: Buy a size that's close in name or number to your real size. Don't make the mistake of buying a large just because you want it to be big! A small or medium will give you the looser, relaxed fit you want without overwhelming you with fabric.

The next essential component to this look is a very slim fitting pant. Since there's already so much volume on top, your pants should be sleek and streamlined. A dark skinny jean is usually a good choice, but my go to has always been leggings. Since the shirt is longer and bigger, leggings are really a perfect companion. The LuluLemon Wunder Under Pants are absolutely fantastic. If you don't own a pair, go get some please. You and your closet will thank me later.

Rounding out this look are your girly accessories. Pearls, a hair bow, a fun watch/stack of bracelets, and riding boots are my fall backs.

XO