Bring On Swimsuit Season

I don't know about you, but now that I'm a mom I want a swimsuit that gives me a little more coverage. Okay, maybe it doesn't have as much to do with me being a mom as it does with my body not looking like it did when I was 23.....but just because I'm a mom and I want to cover a little more doesn't mean I can't look good, right? With that in mind, I thought I'd share some fun one-piece swimsuit and cover-up options for the upcoming season. I found lots of cute options at Target and Old Navy, including some that are dupes for pricier versions, so definitely check those out first! I also threw in some accessories just for fun!

Swimsuit I have this suit in dark purple and it's one of my favorites. The plunging neckline isn't too plunging so I can wear it without feeling self-conscious that my boobs will fall out, and I love the lace detail!

Cover-Up Maxi Dress I originally ordered this coverup in black, and liked it, but ended up returning it. When I saw this blue and white striped version, I decided to give it another chance. The website says to size down, which I did for the black one, but for this one I ended up ordering my regular size. I will say that because of the way the pockets lay, it kind of makes me look a little hippy, but not in a bad way - you can tell it's the dress, and I wanted a more relaxed, comfortable fit so I preferred the medium.

Straw Hat Ohmygoodness, I love this hat! I ordered the white version of this floppy hat a few months ago, but am seriously considering getting this one too.

Straw Bag So cute and fun! Though I have to admit, every time I read it I read it as "B*tch Please," which is a little inappropriate. Probably why they made it, Heidi, duh!

Flamingo How fun is this flamingo drink holder?

Flip Flops I usually stick with my Reef Ginger Flip Flops, but I decided to step up my flip flop game with these. Don't get me wrong, I'll still be wearing my Reefs plenty, but now I've got these Sam Edelman ones too.

Towel Love the pink and white stripes!

XOXO,

Shopbop Sale

Shopbop is having a huge sale right now where you can save up to 25%! It's a tiered sale, so the more money you spend, the more you save!

We're going to Hawaii for our 15th anniversary trip in June, so I've rounded up some fun beach vacation options here.

Sundress Tasseled Coverup / Pool Party Beach Towel / Pineapple Pool Float /
Glass Water Bottle / Wet Beach Stuff Bag / Pink Beach Bag /
 iPhone Case / Sam Edelman Sandals / Vacation State of Mind Sweatshirt /
  Leather Espadrilles / Camel and Pink Clutch / Swimsuit

I've included some other fun options in the widget below. Happy shopping!

XOXO,

Summer Fashion

Warm weather is fast approaching (who am I kidding, this is Texas - HOT weather is fast approaching!), so it's time to think about warm weather wear! 

Shorts....I needed some new shorts, so I picked up a few pair from JCrew (25% off with code SUMMERLOVE). 

5" Chino Shorts (3" version here)

The scalloped hemline on these shorts from Loft - love! I may have to pick up a pair!

Loft

I picked up this white skirt from JCrew Factory about a month ago and it finally arrived (it was backordered, but it's in stock now!). I was surprised when I got it because it has two layers of lining so there is no concern of it being see-through. I wore it to dinner and a birthday party on Saturday night and got lots of compliments!

Factory Textured Patio Skirt

Tees and tanks...JCrew Factory always has the cutest graphic tees. For basic tees you can't go wrong with Target. In the past I've gotten my tanks from Gap, but it looks like the ribbed ones I used to get have been replaced by the modern tanks, which have mixed reviews. They do have a ribbed version in the Pure Body Essentials line, but it looks a little thin (more of a sleeping tank). 

Dresses....I picked up a black maxi dress from Gap during a recent sale (don't they always have a sale?), and when it arrived and I realized how comfortable and cute it was, I scored a few more on MAJOR sale! The black dress is sold out, but these are very similar (mine isn't linen, but it has the same high-low hemline).

Linen Drawstring Midi

I also picked up this dress  with a reward. I still haven't decided what I think of it - I usually wear a small or medium depending on how roomy it is up top, but for this dress I had to order an extra small and it still seems a little boxy (and very short!). I got a really good deal on it so I decided to go ahead and keep it (if nothing else I can wear it as a swimsuit cover-up).

Stripe Relaxed T-shirt Dress

I had another Banana reward, so I ordered this dress. I love how loose and flowy it is! After reading the reviews, I decided to order a small. I was worried because I have a pretty big chest, but the small fits perfectly.

Trapeze Dress

Accessories....my Louis Vuitton Neverfull is probably my favorite summer accessory! It was actually a gift from Michael last year when I didn't win Teacher of the Year (that's okay, one of my best friends won, and I got my purse!). It's perfect because I can throw everything inside and go. I may need to find some sort of an organizer, though, because it seems that things get lost in there! 

Louis Vuitton Neverfull

I love big earrings on other people, but for me the simpler the better. I stick with my diamond studs or any of my Tiffany ball earrings. 

Pearl

Sterling Silver Ball

Black Onyx

I also added this watch from Fossil to my collection - I thought the rose gold and white were perfect for summer! 

Cecile

Shoes....I wore my Butter sandals from Reef for years, but then they had to go and "update" them (I don't know why it's called an update, they didn't improve them at all, they ruined them!). For everyday casual, I wear my Reef flip flops, but if I want to dress it up a little I go for my Sam Edelman sandals.

Reef Ginger

Sam Edelman Gigi

And to top it off (sorry, bad joke) I got a fun new hat. I'd been wanting a fedora, this one from JCrew Factory seemed perfect.

Factory Open-Weave Ribbon Fedora

XOXO,
Heidi