Myne Blouse, Levi’s Denim, Chanel Flats, Louis Vuitton Handbag
Since having kids I’ve been drawn to basics and neutrals more than I ever have before. Black, white, neutrals, and monochromatic classics are the ensembles I’m currently craving. I’ve been working on narrowing my closet down to these sorts of classic basics, hoping to edit into somewhat of a capsule wardrobe that will take me from the park to the zoo to dinner out with friends, the latter of which happens less than ten times a year. I just don’t get the opportunity to leave the house wearing fushia florals as much as I used to, or would like to. I also wear leggings more than should legally be allowed, but I know this is all just a season, and I have a feeling I’ll miss it when it’s over. Of course I mean the leggings and sweat pants and t-shirts, that get dirty first thing in the morning and then I end up wearing all day, are just a season. The classic basics are here to stay, obviously.
Photos by Kiera Schussler
When summer rolls around I get an unexplained urge to eat ice cream at every single meal. It’s like the rules change during these hot months. While we typically don’t have dessert as a family after every single dinner, in the summer that goes out the window and ice cream and popsicles are the finale to every single dinner, and sometimes lunch too. While I love walking for a cone at the lake, and the convenience of having the store bought variety on hand, there truly is nothing like fresh, homemade ice cream. I especially love using fresh fruit, which, when combined with the creamy base layer of homemade ice cream, makes for the most delicious treat. In the past I’ve made Blueberry, Cherry Chocolate Truffle, Bordeaux Stawberry, Blackberry, and Strawberry. This time I was craving lemon, and found a recipe for Meyer Lemon Ice Cream from the book Sweet Cream and Sugar Cones, that didn’t disappoint. (You can find a version of that recipe here.) It was tart and sweet and so incredibly creamy, everything I was hoping for and more. The only disappointment was the fact it was eaten so quickly I didn’t get a chance to have a scoop topped off with Limoncello. Good thing there’s a second batch in the works.
Madewell Tee, Abercrombie & Fitch Shorts, Alice & Olivia Blazer, Gianvito Rossi Pumps, Prada Handbag, Piper West Watch
It’s halfway through the summer and I’m desperately trying to get time to stand still. It’s ironic that the winter days seem to drag on with no end in sight, and you blink and summer is over. This summer has been one of the best in years. Not because there’s been anything particularly exciting taking place, but for the contentment of living in a season of simplicity. With so many monumental changes that have taken place over the last three years, I feel as though I’ve been treading water, barely keeping my head above the water line. There have been so many times over the past couple of years that have been lonely and isolating, living a life that was unrecognizable from the one I navigated a few short years earlier. I resisted the urge to make any big changes, letting myself sit in the silence and stillness of it all. Within the last couple of months I have felt the time was right to not be still. To embrace the changes yet to come and make choices to allow the new in. I love blogging, I love writing, I love sharing in the fashion community, and I’m loving making space to do more of that. There’s so much to come, and I can’t wait to share it with all of you.
Photos by Kiera Schussler
Aritzia Trench Coat, Levi’s Denim, Alexander Wang Tee, Saint Laurent Pumps, Chanel Handbag
While last summer was a scorcher, this summer is coming in strong as unarguably cooler. I have to admit, this I don’t mind, as it gives me a chance to sneak in some pre-fall fashion that otherwise wouldn’t be making an appearance for a couple of months. I love a fabulous trench coat, and while I have a closet full, last summer I didn’t get the chance to don any as it went straight from winter to summer, with no spring season in the mix. I love waking up and throwing on a pair of cut offs and a tee as much as the next gal, but fall fashion is my heart. So while the rain stays I’ll gladly be slipping into my ripped denim every day of the week.
Equipment Blouse, AGOLDE Denim, All Saints Leather Jacket, Celine Pumps, Alexander Wang Handbag
I love dressing for spring, being able to throw on a pair of jeans, heels and a fabulous leather jacket has always been such an easy uniform. Spring weather is my jam, crisp enough for a jacket in the morning and often warm enough by afternoon to go sans outerwear. Summer weather has been full on here this week and I cannot deal. I’m definitely not a sun seeker, as I was in my days of youth, and dealing with those high double digits with kids presents an entirely new set of difficulties. I’m obsessed with making sure they have enough sun screen, that their hydration levels are topped up, and their hats remain fully on their heads. Relaxing in the sun, I think not. Unless there’s a bottle of Rosé open, and then I’m able to wind it down, just a touch.
