indian summer.

It is almost that time to start thinking about the transition into a fall wardrobe- but I am still holding on to this amazing Minnesota summer. Here are some great pieces that could easily be styled into fall outfits as well- but we will keep it summery for the time being. 

(appliqué top from zara)

(orange trousers from express)

(oversize clutch from neimans)

(awesome YSL pumps from bluefly)

sneak peak of the week.

Hair. I love styling my hair in all sorts of funky ways- but for the wedding, I want to keep it down. I am still trying to figure out exactly what "let your hair down" style I want. 

Here are a few ideas of what I am considering... 

classic//vintage

beachy//undone

loose//curly

modern//loose ends

*Still crossing my fingers it grows another 6 inches before the wedding!* 

pinspiration.

It's been a crazy busy week celebrating the one year anniversary of The Bachelor Farmer. Today, we are spending the day setting up for Kråftskiva, a traditional Scandinavian summer festival. 

I decided to post a photo from Pinterest that was particularly eye-catching to me today- keep the summer coming with a white, flowy dress like that!

Happy Saturday!

minneapolis finds.

I thought I would post about some of my hometown treasures today- thrift and vintage stores. Some of my all-time favorite items have come from these stores and although it takes time and patience, can be totally worth the wait. (i.e. my marc by marc jacobs bag, a BCBG maxi, some super cool vintage silk scarves and my very favorite new flats)

Here are some of the stores in town that I would highly recommend:



 Rewind Vintage - 2829 Johnson Street NE Mpls • 4806 Chicago Ave S Mpls.

This store is definitely a place to frequently visit (sometimes you come away with nothing, other times you hit the jackpot) but I have found some seriously killer accessories here, including a brightly multi-colored woven belt, a couple vintage silk scarves and some awesome cowboy boots that I wear almost everyday in the fall. All for less than $75. Total. 

Opitz Outlet Center - 4320 Excelsior Blvd St. Louis Park

Wanting some serious designers in you closet? Then this is the place for you. up to 90% off some of their items, and let's just say gettting a Marc Jacobs bag for $150 is not out of the question. The other day, a friend of mine scored some super cute Cole Haan woven pumps for $30. That's Payless prices, people. 

Downside: You may have to bump thorough a crowd to get to that Alice and Olivia dress you saw on Selena Gomez. 

T.J. Maxx - specifically, the one in Knollwood Mall- 8322 Highway 7 St. Louis Park

This well-known discount store has multiple locations, but the one at Knollwood Mall blows the rest out of the water. Looking for Gucci? Marc by Marc Jacobs? Rebecca Taylor? T by Alexander Wang? You can find it all, just don't expect as much of a price cut as Opitz. 

(Update! My Reed Krakoff Gym II bag was actually found at theoutnet.com- an awesome website for designer goods at a fraction of the price!)

celebrity.

Oh, Shorts. So much more versatile than people give them credit for. Dressed up, dressed down, to the beach, out on the town or running errands, shorts can be worn in so many different ways- especially during the smokin' hot months of summer. Here are some perfect examples from Eva Longoria, Kate Moss and Tinsley Mortimer. 

outfit of the week.

I'm heading to the Governor's Mansion for a casual dinner on Thursday and needed an outfit that was both classy and fashionable without being too dressy. 

Here's an idea of what I put together...

(Skirt and top from Asos)

(Vintage Chanel. I wish.)

(Charles David sandals from Neiman's Last Call) 

(Marc by Marc Jacobs earrings from Shopbop)

(Statement cuff from Shopbop)

styled. essentials.

There are a few things every girl (and guy, for that matter) must have in her closet- one of them is a quality silk white blouse. They are extremely versatile, can be dressed up or down, and when fitted properly, make you look like a million bucks. Although I recommend spending the time and money on a great blouse, here are a few options across all price points. 

Bling-bling:

(Equipment blouse, $208 Bloomingdales)

Affordable:

(Blythe blouse, $110, J.Crew)

On a dime:

(Cocoon silk blouse, $49.50 (on sale!), Banana Republic)