Sunday on Sauvie Island

For those of you not from Portland, which is probably most of you, Sauvie Island is the best place on earth. It's an island in the Willamette river, and it looks like something out of a fairytale. My mom, my sister, and I went there on Sunday after I had had a particularly crappy Saturday at work. It was the perfect thing.

Yes, they have clothing optional beaches... 

So what did you do this weekend?

A Trip to the Museum

Last week, I went to the Portland Art Museum with a friend from work. We had both been wanting to see The Art of the Louvre's Tuileries Garden, which ends on the 21st of this month. We both had the day off, so it seemed like the perfect opportunity! Also, it turns out, that if you're a student you can get a year pass at the museum for $15! Fantastic. I bought one.

This was a little to-scale model of the Louvre palace. I love these little models. There's always so much detail put into them. This was one of the first things you saw when you went into the exhibit.

This is a panorama I took of all the statues that were in a certain room of the exhibit. This was literally my first successful panorama picture-- THEY ARE SO HARD TO TAKE. 

This was a beautiful statue that doubled as a column.

The above three pictures are from the Asian art section. It was Turkish pottery, and a Turkish child's vest. Isn't the detail fantastic?

Fall 2014 Must-Haves: Shoes & Accessories

Here are my picks for some cute fall-ready shoes and accessories.

Slices Needlepoint Key Fob

I've been wanting this Smathers and Branson (of course) key fob for just about forever. It's so cute, and will definitely put a little bit of summer into your day. It's a perfect way to make your dorm keys fun.

Chevron Braided Leather Belt

This belt is such a great staple item, and because there aren't real holes, it can do double duty-- loop it through your belt loops on your jeans, or cinch a shirtdress tight around your waist!

Mirror Metallic Cap Toe Ballet Flats

These are girls', but there are options for women here and here. I love the easy fall color palette on these shoes, but with the glam metallic gold, you'll always feel dressed up!

Everyday Leather Tote

This leather tote bag from Mark and Graham is the perfect everyday staple, and bonus, you can monogram it!! I love the Emerald Green and Camel colors for fall, but I can totally imagine getting this bag in the Porcelain Blue for spring and summer. 

Elle Oval Earrings in Chalcedony

I've been seeing these Kendra Scott earrings EVERYWHERE, and I'm officially in love. I want them in every color, especially this light green and orange (more on that later). The Elle style is a little smaller than the larger Danielle, and a great starter option for someone who doesn't wear dangly earrings very often (A.K.A. me). Plus, these earrings are crazy versatile. They're a pretty basic design, which means they can easily be dressed up or down-- wear them to class with a navy and white striped top and dark wash jeans, or out for dinner with a little black dress. 

Moosehide Driving Mocs

I've wanted these shoes for about a year, since I finally had to throw my old Minnetonkas away because I wore a hole into the side. I wore them everyday for like four years. Minnetonkas hold up great and are so comfortable, it's like wearing slippers everyday. This pair is moosehide, and that combined with the driving moccasin style keeps them from looking too boho, which is just really not me. 

Long Tortoise Shell Necklace

Tortoise Shell for fall is a must, and this long link necklace is so effortless, you just pop it over your head, that it's pretty much a no-brainer. Love. 

Fall 2014 Must-Haves: Bottoms & Dresses

Part two of my fall 2014 must-haves is here. 

Andie Cord

I love the look of these cords. They look a little fancier than the regular jean-style, but they still look totally cozy and comfortable. I especially love the Redwood Branch and Pioneer Blue colors-- such nice pops of color for fall!

Wool Sleeveless Plaid Dress

It would be impossible to not look put together in this dress. The classic lines and navy plaid are a perfect duo for fall. 

Zip-Pocket Mini

Ok, this might be the perfect skirt. It's mini, which is great for my petite frame, and it comes in PINK. Needless to say, I WANT. I can already picture a million different ways to wear this-- paired with a chunky sweater and loafers for a casual look, or dressed up with a cute blouse, statement necklace, and heels.

Tartan Ankle Pant

I love plaid. It's a problem. These pants are great because they hit at the ankle, making them more feminine than your average trousers. I also love the larger plaid on these.

Erin Striped Zipper Dress

I AM OBSESSED WITH THIS DRESS. I need a support group or something. This dress is seriously perfect. It's fitted, which is great for under blazers or sweaters, and the zippers on the side are such a fun unexpected detail! Plus, it just looks so comfortable.

See more on my Pinterest account!  

Fall 2014 Must-Haves: Tops

"Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall." - F. Scott Fitzgerald

I LOVE FALL. It means a fresh start for everything, and of course, starting school. I love getting cute new school supplies, and buying clothes and shoes. I like navy and plaid and burgundy and anything wool.

I know, I know, I don't start classes until the 22nd, but I am going CRAZY waiting to get into the back-to-school groove. 

So, I'm doing a little series showcasing my personal Fall 2014 must-have items. 

Nautical Rope Meredith Top

This top is so cute. I bought mine almost immediately when it went on sale. It's perfect because it can so easily transition from summer to fall. I can't wait to start wearing this!

Rounded Collar Tee Shirt

Yes, this is a kid's top, but LISTEN, I'M SMALL, and sometimes kid's clothes are the only clothes that fit me! I like this shirt because it has the comfort of a tee-shirt, but the look of a nicer blouse. It'll make getting ready in the morning that much easier. Plus, at only $45, who can resist the cute peter pan collar?

Oversize Sweatshirt with Bullion Heart

This just looks so cozy. Enough said.

Signature Cotton Fisherman Sweater

I am LITERALLY SO OBSESSED with this sweater. The weight looks absolutely perfect, and I love love love the washed-out, weathered, indigo look. Plus, cable-knit anything is my weakness. I NEED THIS SWEATER. 

I just realized that every top is blue. Whatever. I love blue.

So what do you guys think? What are your fall must-haves?

Foxfield 2014!

Foxfield was yesterday, and oh my gosh, it was SO FUN. Somehow, I completely forgot to take pictures, so all the pictures were taken by my friends.
My school rented a bus and took a bunch of us to Charlottesville for Foxfield. Everyone wore Lilly dresses and sandals and big sun hats. We had to be on the bus at 6:45 in the morning and it felt sooo early.
Then of course, we all got pretty drunk rowdy.
There were horses there... I think.

My best friend (she made me say that) Chelsea and I.

Me, Breck, some guy that was walking around in a horse mask, Becca, and Breck's friend! 

I'm so glad I was finally able to meet Breck after hearing Becca talk about her forever. She was so nice and totally cute!

Me and Chelsea in a selfie she took... I know I look crazy. I was in deep at this point. 

I talk about SATURDAY on Sunday

I was totally into Kate Spade's new online store SATURDAY... at first. And then I looked at everything on the site. Not as excited anymore. Personally, I felt like the hipster-ness felt really forced, and the minimalism of a lot of the pieces just seemed really awkward. Also, certain items seemed really overpriced. I'm sorry, but a canvas bag for $220? No thanks. I understood the intent, but the execution just wasn't there. I love Kate Spade because her clothes and jewelry are bright, fun, and classic. None of that is there with SATURDAY.

That being said, here are the things I liked:

1. Straw Bucket Hat

2. Combo Sunnies (in Tortoise)

3. Inside-Out-Pocket Bag (in Celadon)

4. Wrap-Around Raincoat (in Mocha)

These items seemed the truest to my style. I am in love with the raincoat. The wrap is so cute. It also comes in a lemon yellow color which was cute, and seemed really Kate Spade. What do you guys like from SATURDAY?