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    Berry Picking in Sauvie Island

    August 1, 2016

     

    Berry picking in Sauvie IslandPhotos by Laura and Me

    Outfit Details:

    Boater Hat
    High Waist Shorts (Similar)

     

    My best friend Laura came to visit two weekends ago and she, my other bestie Kelsey and I spent it doing fun Portland things. We didn’t have a set plan for the weekend, so we mostly played it be ear. However, the one thing Laura requested that we do while she was in town was to go berry picking. So, on her first full day in town, we drove out to Columbia Farm U-Pick in Sauvie Island to pick some berries. Although it’s late in the season and some berries were no longer available, we were lucky enough to find plenty of blueberries and raspberries to pick.  I ended up with a box of berries and it only came out to around $8. That’s a deal in comparison to store bought berries if you ask me!
    If you’ve never been berry picking, I think it’s a very fun summer activity and I would recommend that you try doing it at least once. It’s a fun way to pass the time and you get to take home plenty of delicious treats.
    xoxo,
    Helen
    Outfit

    Striped Off-the-Shoulder Top

    July 11, 2016

    striped off-the-shoulder top

    Outfit Details:

    Longaberger Basket Purse
    Zara Frilled Top (Similar here, here and here)
    Nine West Sandals (Similar here and here)

     

    If there’s one trend that I am in love with this summer, it has to be striped off-the-shoulder tops. I purchased this top from ZARA a few weeks back. I love the frilled sleeves because there is something very sexy and feminine about them. In addition, I love the straps on this particular top because I can still wear a regular bra with it. Being a bit on the bustier side makes it more challenging when you’re on the market for a strapless bra. Therefore, it will be a while until I fully commit to the off-the-shoulder lifestyle.
    I did not realize that this top was cropped when I purchased it online. Luckily many of the bottoms I own are high-waisted, so it works perfectly with most of my wardrobe. I do show a little bit of skin with this pair of Madewell high-rise jeans, but that doesn’t bother me too much. If anything, wearing this top will serve as an exercise to learn to embrace my body more this summer.
    Speaking of learning to love your body, I think that finding pieces that fit well is a very important part of that journey. I recently replaced my old pair of blue jeans with this pair of high-rise crop jeans from Madewell and they fit like a dream! The high waist hits just where it should and the inseam is the perfect length for my petite 5’3″ frame. I also like that these jeans have a good amount of stretch and aren’t too skinny, making them extremely comfortable.
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    I hope you all had a very restful and exciting weekend! After last week, I was definitely looking forward to it. For some reason, there’s something about going back to work after a holiday weekend that makes it so much harder to get through the week! Luckily, I had a very rejuvenating past two days myself. Since one of my goals this summer is to explore a bit more of Portland, a friend and I headed to Pine Street Market for some delicious eats. I enjoyed coffee, tapas and ice cream. What more could a girl ask for? I don’t think I need to say that I’d definitely recommend visiting this fun spot if you’re ever in the Portland area. Thanks for stopping by!
    xoxo,
    Helen

     

    Outfit

    Muscle Tank and Caged Sandals

    July 3, 2016
    Muscle tank with statement necklace
    All photos by me

    Outfit Details:

    Statement Necklace c/o Happiness Boutique (Similar)
    Loft High Rise Jeans (Similar)
    Caged Heels (Similar here and here)

    Madwell Clutch

    This dark and minimalist outfit is such a contrast from last week’s outfit post. However, I think it’s more representative of the types of ensembles you can find me wearing these days. These days, I gravitate towards outfit combinations that are both chic and effortless. This outfit is perfect for when you’re rushing to dinner or happy hour with friends straight after work. All you have to do is throw on a blazer to make it work for the office, and then either take it off or keep it on depending on the occasion.

    You’ve seen most of these items before since I’m keeping my shopping to a minimum these days, but the one brand new item is this Everlane muscle tank. This muscle tank is quickly becoming one of my favorite pieces because the relaxed fit is very flattering. The wider straps and high neckline make it very versatile and provide the perfect canvas for a cute statement necklace, like the one I’m wearing with this outfit. I decided to wear this tank with jeans on this day because the weather was a bit chilly outside. But, I’ve also paired it with a pencil skirt for work. For reference, I’ve noticed that tops tend to run a bit large. Therefore, I sized down and purchased an X-Small.

    Since I don’t have a huge shopping budget these days, I love finding pieces in my closet that have stood the test of time. These caged sandals were one of my first big splurges when I got my first real job a few years back, and they continue to be a staple in my closet. The chunky heel of these shoes is very comfortable, and I love that they instantly add a very edgy vibe to any outfit. I’m looking forward to taking advantage of the sunny weather and experimenting with different ways to wear these sandals.

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    I hope all of you in the U.S. are enjoying a relaxing long weekend and happy Independence Day! I’m usually really lazy and don’t do much on holiday weekends, but I’m looking forward to hanging out with my roommate, watching The Lobster and maybe catching some fireworks. And who can complain about getting an extra day off work, am I right?

    xoxo,
    Helen