Off the Cuff




My favorite accessory has got to be a good stack of bracelets. I won't leave the house without earrings on, but when getting ready every day I am rarely seen without multiple bangles stacked up behind my watch. I've gotten questions about why I only wear bracelets on my left arm--if I don't, they get banged up and are noisy when I'm writing with my right!

When I think of cuff bracelets, I think of huge costume jewelry not suitable for every day. But lately, I've stumbled across a couple of beauties worn by my favorite Instagram-ers, or on Pinterest.

 The Coordinates Collection is so cool. There are rings, bracelets, and necklaces that come in a variety of metals, with tons of different finishing options. I'd love to have one with the location of a very special place on it, like where Christopher and I met or got engaged. With the many different design options, this line could easily become your go-to for special events like weddings, amazing vacations, births, etc.

Kendra Scott is so trendy right now. I love how you can customize the stones to your liking. My favorite is the Andy Bracelet in Ivory Pearl. The unique shape is eye-catching, and I like the "mother of pearl" light reflecting and color changing qualities the stones give off.
 KJP and Sarah Vickers, need I say more? Of course this is the perfect bracelet. Part of the KJP Atlantic Pearl Collection, this Classy Girl bracelet is a little reminiscent of the David Yurman look, but way more gold and way more pearls--always a good thing. Need more reason to snag this pretty? One of my favorite classic prep blogs can give you plenty: Classy Girls Wear Pearls.
I've been telling everyone that my birthday/Christmas list is my wedding registry this year, but these could be great non-wedding related gifts, right?



Wedding Wednesday: Let Me Eat Cake!




Since we are getting married at a semi all-inclusive venue, there are very few large details to worry about. One of the most important though is the cake. I love cake. Always have--it's the best {*said in my best Nacho Libre voice*}. I just crave the cake texture sometimes.

The wedding cake is very important! It needs to work with the theme, but also be delicious. I honestly would be thrilled with a plain white Raspberry Elegance cake from Publix, because that is my absolute fave. Cakes have gotten very artsy in recent years with tons of shows on TV highlighting different skills and designs. But what cake would be best for the wedding?

These are a few of my favorite cakes found on Pinterest:

I love simple cakes. The gold polka dots make this cake
stand out just the right amount.

I prefer buttercream over fondant, and like the natural
look of this cake. Plus, the more flowers, the better!

This cake looks so elegant. I definitely want
my cake's color scheme to work with the overall
feel of the wedding. 

All the different textures and colors make this
one a stunner! 

A peony and glitter, what more do you need? 

I love this pink cake! A part of me wishes I had a
pink wedding dress, so maybe the cake should be pink instead

Of course, I love ugly cakes too. Need a daily dose of fun? Check out Cake Wrecks--I do, daily!
*all cake pictures via Pinterest 

The Lilly After Party Sale or The Most Manic Monday of the Summer




One of only two annual Lilly Pulitzer sales is rumoured to be happening this Monday and Tuesday, August 17 & 18. Even though I swear I won't every time, I am one of the thousands registered and ready to go at 8:00 a.m. on Monday morning. Now have I ever gotten anything from this sale? No. Do I end up paying full price at the store where I don't have to kill people or pull my hair out? Yes. It's fine. But would I really like for this summer's sale to be successful? Yes, absolutely.

Here are a few pieces I've already saved {in my size}:

Gabby Shift
Obsessed with this beauty! 
Mizner Tote
Marlowe in Multi Toucan Play
Great transitional piece!
Are you ready for Monday?