Summer Days at the Vineyard

Martha's Vineyard is unlike any place I've ever visited before, the quaint, coastal town felt as summer is supposed to feel. Despite the fact that the weather felt like Florida's winters! Not to mention the beautiful hotel we stayed in. Everything about the Island made me fall in love with New England, the strolls through Edgartown, going down to the beach, lobster rolls, and admiring all of the sights. Already wanting to be back.

Thanks Harbor View Hotel for the wonderful stay!

Xoxo,

Jillian

Newport is Always a Good Idea

Recently, I came back to the sunshine state after visiting New England and what it's summers have to offer.  My family and I set out on a week's adventure visiting Boston, Martha's Vineyard, and
Newport, taking in everything we possibly can in such limited time.

We couldn't have wished for better weather while we were visiting Newport! The blue skies made the town even more picturesque then it already is. We visited two of opulent mansions in Newport; The Marble House and The Breakers, both so exquisite in their own individual way. It was mind-blowing that these luxurious mansions were once homes!

Later that day, we walked down the scenic Cliff Walk, which overlooks the ocean and all of the lovely homes on the water. I wish I had a bit of a disclaimer before I went, we took the pathway to the right, and found that the paved paths end, and we ended up having to walk through miles on a  cliff!  (I was still wearing my dress and wedges because none of us knew that is where it would take us haha!) I strongly recommend dressing accordingly when going there so you wouldn't make my mistake and have to walk barefoot!

My outfit: Ruffle-Neck Vee Dress //  Espadrille Wedges // Anchor Necklace // Tan Crossbody (Similar) //  Tortoise Sunglasses


Xoxo,

Jillian

Summer 2016 Favorites!

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Tops: Gingham Shell Top / Striped Flounce Tank Top / Long-Sleeve Striped Boatneck Top / Lacoste Polo

Dresses: Alice Sleeveless Trapeze Dress / Embroidered Shift Dress (Similar) / Cami Day Dress (Similar) 

Shorts: Oxford Short / Eyelet Flounce Skirt / Stripe Linen & Cotton Shorts /

Accessories: Wide Brim Boater Hat / Illustrated Square Scarf / breath of fresh air i need a vacation tote / state of mind pendant / lorelle sunglasses

Shoes: Wedge Lace-Up Espadrille  / Pineapple Sandals / Seacoast Sneakers / Jelly Flip-flops

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The most dreaded time of the year has rudely arrived, finals week. Nobody enjoys spending the last week of the school year by trying to pack/ cram in as much information as they could into their brain. But, on the bright side of everything, summer is only a day way, and my mind can't help but dream of the stress free summer days.

 Considering I crown myself "Queen of Procrastination" (Sarcastically speaking of course, its something I must improve upon!) I put together a few of my favorite summer must haves that are sure to send anyone to an Island State of Mind! I couldn't help resist including Kate Spades newest tropical summer line (Just in time for their surprise sale that going on)! Who would disagree to the "I Need a Vacation" tote, something we all relate to! What are your favorite summer must haves? I would love to know, make sure to leave a comment down below!

P.S: Nordstrom is hosting their "Half Yearly Sale" which is the perfect time to stock up on all your summer desires, savings up to 40% off now until June 5th!


Xoxo,
Jillian

Orange Ya Glad..?

Over the weekend I decided to play the "typical tourist" in my own town.  I visited a landmark which has been apart of my town for over 50 years.  There have so many times I'd drive past the brightly colored building promising myself that I will make a stop.  So, I did just that. The weather was so perfect this weekend, so I drove down the street to check it out and let me say they have the absolute best key lime pie ever! I definitely suggest being a tourist in your own town so you can discover all the history that is literally right in your own back yard! I plan to do this more often and I can't wait to check out everything my town has to offer! 

My Outfit: Pants: J.Crew Factory  Blouse: J.Crew (Old) Earrings: Lauren Conrad Cluster Pearls Shoes: BCBG (Old) Necklace: Kate Spade Statement Necklace (Old) Watch:  Kate Spade

Sunglasses: Ray-Ban Original Wayfarer

Xoxo,

Jillian

Summer Countdown!

It's bittersweet realizing that I'm heading into the final stretch of my junior year (I have already started counting down the days till the year is finished).  This year alone, I've made such incredible memories with amazing people, faced new and exciting experiences along the way, and strived to do my best in the leadership role of my schools fashion club.  There were some not so great moments too where I literally wanted to just break down, throw in the towel, and just binge watch The Office.  In many ways the course of this year revealed things about myself that I didn't even think I was capable of doing!

At the moment, I'm trying to focus on gearing up for finals and my last SAT which is such a challenge considering my mind is already on vacation time! The last 3 weeks of school will be quite eventful, being that prom is next weekend, and there will be many other exciting things that round out the end of the school year. 

xoxo,

Jillian