BETTER IN BLANC

My white maxi: one of my main closet staples. Mine is simple, strapless, plain, and I love everything about it. I purchased it recently from 

Velvet

 (I actually own the same dress in black). It is so versatile - you can throw a tee over it and treat it like a skirt; throw on a jean jacket for when it's cold; dress it up with wedges and great jewelry; use it as a bathing suit cover up; and so much more. Here's how I wore mine...

Velvet Shivan Maxi

 //

Joie Palmetto Sandals

 // 

Gorjana Taner Necklace

 // 

Gorjana Cuff

 // Ring purchased at 

Filigree

 in Charleston // Bracelet from Gilt (

similar

)

Don't mind the glow stick... it was my festive accessory for the 4th of July.

Happy Shopping!

MICHIGAN

For the 4th of July this year, we spent the long weekend up in Northern Michigan, Walloon Lake to be specifically. I've never been to Michigan, and I LOVED it. It was gorgeous, and the lake was unbelievable, with the clearest water I've ever seen. It was a weekend full of fun, sun, relaxation, a little shopping (of course), food, drinks, and friends. It was a much needed long weekend for me, but the trip ended far too soon. Below are some highlights...

incredible sunset at

Barrel-Back

 restaurant the first night

the crew on the 4th in our red, white & blue

nothing says the 4th of July like BBQ

Hummer: think adult milkshake (recipe 

here

)

great ending to a great weekend.

outfit 1: 

Pitaya top (old, similar 

here

) // DL1961 Amanda Skinny jeans (

here

) // 

J.Crew Havana clutch (sold out in this color, other colors 

here

)

outfit 2: Velvet Shivan Maxi (

here

)

outfit 3: 

Gypsy 05 Addie Shirt Dress (

here

)