Summer Nights

chambray shirt: j. crew factory outlet / shorts: gap / shoes: aldo / bag: t. j. maxx / watch: michael kors / bracelets: assorted gifts

I apologize for the infrequency of my posts lately. My usual photographer (i. e. my Dad) is on vacation, and it's been difficult to get pictures taken. Hopefully, I can coordinate something soon. In the meantime, I will just try to enjoy some time off with no obligations. 

I hope you all had a great Independence Day!

Kate

The Short List

shorts: Poleci via t. j. maxx / sweater: gap / belt, sunglasses: t. j. maxx / shoes: jessica simpson / bag: vintage, gift / necklaces: betsey johnson chain link, j. c. penney pearls / watch: michael kors

Around the time that I graduated from college, I had a fashion epiphany: shorts are chic! No longer reserved for pre-teens and athletes, shorts could be dressed up or down, fun or formal. Lengths, colors, and styles varied. My imagination ran wild, and soon enough I had amassed a collection. Cut to present day. I very recently fed my addiction with this pair: navy blue, pinstriped, pleated, perfection. The modest length and roomy fit make them work-appropriate. I added a celery green sweater to lighten up the color palette, and a yellow belt for a little pizzazz. I love the look of menswear but I am still very much a girly-girl so I layered some necklaces. In the winter I will wear these with tights, but for now I am really enjoying the bare legs.

Kate

Beltane Ranch: Part II

 shirt: j. crew factory outlet store / shorts: banana republic / scarf: gap outlet / shoes: Dolce Vita via t. j. maxx / sunglasses: ray ban / belt: j. crew

We were reluctant to leave Beltane Ranch, and I’m sure you can see why! It was so beautiful and so relaxing, just perfect for a quick getaway (within a getaway, for me). Incidentally, it also provided the perfect backdrop for one of my favorite outfits. This shirt is so easy to wear. It’s lightweight, goes with just about everything, and I can belt it. When the sun comes out, shorts are my go-to apparel. I am not a skirt girl (maybe from all those years of plaid, pleated school uniforms), so I own so many variations of summer pants and shorts. This particular pair was purchased years ago as knee-length walking shorts, and when that phase passed, I had them taken up to a 4-inch inseam. (Ladies, learn your favorite inseam to make tailoring easier!) I refreshed and reused my wardrobe… and I think Beltane would be proud.

Heading back to Massachusetts tomorrow and work on Monday. It’s been a really amazing week!

Kate