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Happy Friday! I don’t know about you, but summer is one of my favorite times of the year! I get to spend more time with my family as well as taking some extra time on the beach in Michigan relaxing and being inspired. I especially love it when I get to take it all in while feeling comfy in my clothes during those warm summer days.

Often when I’m looking for simple summer clothing items to add to my wardrobe or if I’m doing some last-minute prepping for a vacation, I’ll do a little bit of shopping on Amazon to look for those summer wardrobe staples. So, this Friday I’ll be sharing with you my five favorite basic summer clothing essentials to find on Amazon Fashion.

1) Tee shirts

Tee shirts are a basic item that we often need more of than what we actually have on hand. Grabbing a couple of these basic tees – in white or grey – will give you a simple and easy top option for a busy morning or a walk on the beach. But! The best part about a basic tee is that you can dress it up by adding a kimono, cardigan, or jean jacket into the mix.

2) Button-down Blouses

A comfy, casual blouse is another one of my favorite summer clothing essentials to search for on Amazon. As another multifunctional top option, all different types and colors of blouses are great to dress up and use to play with your outfits. And! They’re not only great for summer, but they can be worn all year round!

3) Dresses

You can find so many cute and stylish dresses on Amazon that won’t break the bank, and I especially love it when I find a comfy and classy maxi-dress that I might need for a last-minute event or to take with me on a trip.

4) Skirts

Skirts are another good, fashionable item that you can find on Amazon to get your wardrobe ready for summer. There are so many styles to choose from, and you can pretty much dress any skirt up with a pretty blouse or down with a basic tee.

5) Sandals

Sandals are a summer must-have! They’re so easy to add to any summer outfit, whether you’re wearing shorts and a tee shirt, a comfy dress, or just your bathing suit, you can find a variety of sandals on Amazon to search and pick through for any occasion!

If you’re needing more summer fashion inspiration, check out my most recent Favorite Clothing, Shoes and Accessories!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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This Friday, I’ll be sharing some of my favorite finds in fashion to help you refresh your spring wardrobe! I’ve found so many different kinds of cute clothing, shoes, and accessories that are perfect to help elevate and liven up your closet.

Starting with my most favorite finds – if you know me, then you know my choice color to wear is any and all things blue, and I’m loving this blue floral print dress as well as this white and blue embroidered collared blouse. Pair either one with this jute basket bag and these braided strap sandals for that perfect summer-ready look. Another most favorite of mine is this eyelet ruffle wrap top, it looks so cute on and you can keep it classic when you wear it with these pearl and white gold hoop earrings.

Snag this airy and light yellow-striped oversized tee and this floral embroidered tee to add a couple of comfier options to your closet, and make either one into an outfit with a new pair of balsam washed jean shorts. This white cotton shirt-dress is a good choice if you wanna dress up your comfy look.

Add a touch of pink to your wardrobe with this paisley ruffle top or these floral bow slide sandals. And, if you’re looking to continue spicing your spring style up with more color, there are so many fun and beautiful options in green! Like this aqua green checked dress, this sage eyelet sleeved top, or this green lotus-print belted maxi dress.

Any and all of these new favorites of mine would look great with either these gold french twist large hoop earrings or these classic gold hoop earrings! And my favorite accessory of the day is this crocheted raffia fringe clutch which is the perfect clutch for any outfit and any occasion.

Lastly, get ready for summer with a new swimsuit! This green-striped one-piece swimsuit is padded and flattering, and you can use a long and flowy caftan as a coverup at the pool or on the beach.

If you love these Friday favorites of mine, check out my other Spring Fashion Must-Haves!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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In need of a kitchen refresh? I’ve got you covered! One of my favorite things to do is to cook for my family and spend time in the kitchen, so when I feel the need to give my kitchen space a mini-facial I’ll shop around to find new items to implement whether it’s for practical use, decoration, or both! Here are some of my favorites to help give you some kitchen refresh ideas.

When it comes to finding the right utensils and cookware for your kitchen, it’s always best to find items that are both useful and beautiful so they can serve more than one purpose. For instance, this set of porcelain blue lithograph printed spice jars, this metal oval bread box, this white porcelain butter dish, or these olive oil bottles are all great options to upgrade your storage, but they’re also beautifully designed, and will help add a clean and clutter-free look.

A new white Smeg 2-slice toaster and a white KitchenAid artisan stand mixer pair well together next to each other on your counter. Add these beautiful white-handled Cuisinart knives and this gourmet 7-quart slow cooker to help you prep for those big dinners you want to have, even on your busiest of days.

Upgrade your kitchen table with this pretty blue poppy patterned tablecloth and use these bamboo porcelain dinner plates along with this set of white and blue-striped kitchen towels to prep for your dinner guests. And, as it gets closer to dining time, finish your kitchen table set up with this bamboo spun serving bowl and this gorgeous square marble salt bowl with a brass spoon.

A new blue floral oven mitt set, white ceramic porcelain colander, or this handmade glazed brush and ceramic dish pot set are also good additions to help enhance your kitchen space while also being useful tools. And, once dinner is all done, use this set of OXO smart seal plastic containers to store your leftovers in or send friends home with extras.

Lastly, treat yourself to a new apron for all of your hard work! My current favorite is this beige gingham checked linen-blend apron.

When you’re in love with your home and nowhere near ready to leave it, it’s nice to be able to make an old space feel new again. Updating your everyday kitchen tools and supplies can often help guide you to working through your mini-home makeover!

If you’re working through your home refresh, check out my simple bathroom refresh ideas as well as my favorites to help you during your living room and bedroom refresh!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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It’s the spring cycling season, and as the weather in our little town continues to serve us bright, blue skies and sunshine, we’re continuing to spend our time outdoors riding our bikes! If you’re doing the same but looking to upgrade your bike or a bike basket, here are some of my favorite spring cycling classics to help you enhance your biking adventures.

My sister and I have this classic Beaumont 7-Speed City Bike and we LOVE it! It is such a comfortable and smooth ride, and being able to switch gears between seven different speeds makes it easy to ride it anywhere around town. This Dutch-style Public C7 city bike is another take on a classic-looking 7-speed bicycle that I love.

If you have a child needing a new bicycle for spring cycling, take a look at this Beaumont Mini Kids’ Bike with training wheels. It is such an adorable take on the adult version, and if you snatch it up along with that Beaumont 7-Speed, you and your little one could be twinning on your rides together!

Add a vintage-style handmade rattan basket to the front of your bike or this Riviera rattan and navy plastic woven basket for a fresh take on a classic bicycle basket — either are great to give you that much needed storage in the front. If you’re in need of a rear cargo basket for help when shopping or grabbing groceries, or extra storage for picnics, add this woven rattan nantucket cargo basket to the back of your bike, as well.

And, if you’re needing something to help you carry your favorite beverage from your local coffee shop around, a leather cup holder would be perfect for the job!

Last, but definitely not least, you have to make sure to bring the tunes with you on your bike rides. This portable bluetooth speaker is the perfect addition to complete your upgrade, fitting snugly on your handlebars, and it’s sure to keep you moving and grooving while you’re cycling along!

Love this Friday’s favorites? Check out some of my Favorite Fashion Must-Haves and fave Spring Clothing, Shoes and Accessories.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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It’s finally Friday! And if you’re like me you’re probably planning on doing a little bit of re-decorating this weekend, so here are some of my favorite finds to help give you ideas on how to freshen and dress up your home.

Let’s start with the kitchen and dining room! This spring is all about texture, and adding texture to any room – including your kitchen – can help really liven it up. Add this set of mini seagrass baskets to hold utensils or a couple of pretty plants and bring on the pastels with these pistachio-colored kitchenaid mixing bowls.

Update your dining room with this fabulous vera pedestal dining table, a modernist design that plays with geometric shapes as its base. Handwoven raffia placemats, this ceramic cabbage leaf bowl, and this cane and glass food dome will help beautify your table at dinner time. And a large abaca rope chandelier not only adds that texture we’re so craving this spring, but really helps to illuminate your dining area.

Moving to the living room — I am in love with this gorgeous coconut-beaded mirror! And this white and brass rattan coffee table is a great addition to include a bit of texture. Add a new slatted wooden accent chair, dressed with a tassel throw blanket and this arles-designed pillow cover, and seat it next to a wicker side table to add a newly natural glow to any living room corner. Place this beautiful Malibu Beach print on your wall and this arena sculpture set on any flat surface in your living room to help elevate your space.

And let’s not forget about the bedroom as we’re redecorating our home! One of the easiest ways to refresh your bedroom is with a talc linen headboard and new bedding — (I suggest this scallop-edged cotton baywood quilt and shams!) Lastly, add more texture to your bedroom with a handmade scallop jute rug and a raffia nightstand.

As we move outdoors we’re adding a weather-friendly springwood hanging daybed as well as this white side table to our porch so we’ll be able to take advantage of those lovely spring and summer days! We’re also using this rattan-crafted wine and bread basket for all of our outdoor adventures this year!

If you need more interior or exterior decorating ideas, check out these Spring Home Trends and Style Ideas, my Outdoor Spring Finds, and my Tennis Inspired Moodboard!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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It’s officially April and, if you’re in Central Illinois, we’re walking into this month looking forward to Sunny skies and highs of 75! Our wardrobe is adapting to the warmer weather and we’re dressing down in…yes, you guessed it…all of the flowy dresses, like a pink puff sleeve babydoll dress, as well as fun and breezy blouses like this basic, white puff sleeve blouse. And floral patterns, whether printed or embroidered, are most certainly a must for this spring!

When the weather gets warmer and the sun gets bluer, I really love finding an outfit that’s not only comfortable and easygoing, but also is dressy enough for me to wear when dealing with all aspects of my day-to-day life. From running errands to running to a photoshoot and onto my next meeting all right before picking my kid’s up from school, cool and comfy dresses and blouses are the mainstay of my spring attire.

Dresses have really started to take up space in my wardrobe. One of my favorite finds is this beautiful floral printed v-neck midi dress which really plays with all of the senses. But if patterns aren’t your preference, a simple white tie shoulder dress is also an easy-breezy piece to dress up with jewelry and a colorful cardigan, and wear out and about.

But patterns are really pulling out all of the stops this spring as we see more play with florals, like on this oh so colorful patchwork floral puff-sleeve top or this cute billowy sleeve festival top. You can also add a gingham check-patterned midi dress or blouse to your closet if you want to play with a pattern other than florals.

Embroidered pieces can also be really fun to add to your spring style because they not only let you experiment with patterns, but textures as well. I love the embroidery on this white v-neck dress, this gorgeous blue and white floral blouse, and this springy white ruffle sleeve blouse.

And, since you already know my love for all things blue, I’ve found various blue dresses that can help inspire so many diverse looks! This blue marigold floral printed dress along with this classic blue and white striped Victoria-styled dress are two new maxi-dress favorites of mine. And this light and flowy pastel blue knee-length dress is perfect for those warmer spring days at the pool or the beach.

Add a little bit of color and texture to your outfit from toe-to-head with a pair of pastel pink suede wicker-wrapped heeled sandals or pink flat leather slide sandals, or even play up your dressed down look with a pearl studded ring.

End your day in a blue heart-printed sleep set that’s perfect for spring and summer nights, and wake up and do it all over again! And, if you need more inspiration when planning out your next day’s outfit check out my Favorite Spring Fashion Must-Haves!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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