Seventies Summer

I am by no means the biggest fan of summer, but I was definitely excited this weekend when I broke out a few of my summery dresses to put into rotation.  One great dress that I got last summer, and another dress that I've had for years and can't stop wearing, both give off such great seventies vibes.  I still have a ways to go in terms of a fully functioning summer wardrobe, but at least I have a place to start.  

 I bought this maxi dress last summer at the store I worked at in Charleston, it was on major sale and nobody else seemed to want it.  I on the other hand loved it the first time I saw it.  It's comfortable, breezy and the pattern is so retro, it looks perfect paired with my Bettye Muller espadrille clogs, and my Madewell vest!

This black dress is from H&M, I got it my freshman year of college...6 years ago and have had times where I've thought about getting rid of it, but I never can.  I wore it to a wedding two years ago, and it was perfect!  The skirt swings so well, and it is the awesome midi length that I cannot get enough of these days.  

I pretty much always need dresses, but I can tell that I will need a full arsenal this summer, it was 90 degrees yesterday.....

White House, Red Carpet

I basically went forward with this post simply because I couldn't not use the title.  Anyways, let's get political, or not...  This is the time of year that celebs and reporters descend on the White House for the annual White House Correspondents dinner, below are my candidates for best dressed!

Dakota Fanning in Prada

Ginnifer Goodwin is wearing H&M Conscious Collection

Zooey Deschanel in Oscar de la Renta

Kerry Washington in Calvin Klein Collection - so gorgeous on her!

And Leslie Mann took a risk in a floral Naeem Kahn gown.

As usual there were some real flops {Kim K wore velvet, and Alicia Keys looked WAY too casual} , but these ladies turned it out.  

And I'm Back in the Game!

Do you remember in early March when I complained about Marni x H&M, that launching on a Thursday was ludicrous and unfair?  Well a week later I wandered into an H&M {and by wandered, I mean walked briskly toward the first sales associate that I spotted}, and blurted out, "I know this is a crazy question, but do you have any Marni x H&M left?"  To which she replied "oh yeah, back here."  

My heartbeat began to quicken as I followed her toward the back of the store.  I perused the small selection of leftovers for all of 30 seconds before I noticed a shoe box atop the clothing rack.

Marni x H&M

As the launch gets closer and closer I am trying to deal with my anxiety.  WHY ARE THEY LAUNCHING ON A THURSDAY, WHEN NORMAL PEOPLE HAVE TO WORK?  That is my biggest question, additionally, will Marni x H&M be sold on their U.S. e-commerce site at all?  Also, if I get to the Soho H&M there at 1-ish, will there be anything left.  So many questions, so few answers.  Here are my top two wishlist items...

Cannot deal with how amazing that forest green detail is...and a wooden heel?  I love a wooden heel.  

I've been on the hunt for a perfect pajama-type top since way back in July, this is the perfect combo of a true blouse and PJ top!  

If any of you are getting there early I hope you have a wonderful time, and send back good vibes to me in NYC...I'm hoping to scoop up some remnants.  I'm trying to be hopeful, but I'm writing this post purely for therapy therapy, my FOMO (fear of missing out) is so great, and my anxiety level so high...what to do.

photos via hm.com

Home Sweet Second Home

Things have been a bit chaotic as of late.  Once I finally got myself and my "4 jobs" organized I have kept mighty busy.  Job 1) job search (they're not lying when they call it full-time work), Job 2) promoting Kevin Clark and his book The Great Economic Train Wreck, Job 3) CulutureWorks ICA Admin Asst. (etc...), Job 4) this blog of course!!

Thanks to said organizational skills, I planned a super quick trip to my old stomping grounds, Chicago, this week.  I was in town for a couple of interviews and was also lucky enough to spend some time with friends and shopping at my favorite European invasion stores.  The trip was not complete without a stop to see the brand new Perchance Gold Coast!  See my fun photos below!

Such a sweet sight to see.  Thanks for a great two days Chicago!

My first TOPSHOP experience!

The shoe section blew my mind.

I worked at Perchance on Southport for nearly three years and had the best experience, and I am SO happy for their success and the opening of the Gold Coast location!