A little sun shone through the clouds today so we stepped outside to snap these photos. I honestly love an all denim outfit. Denim wears well, plays well, and washes well. What more can you ask for as a busy mama?

If you are a working professional, not a Stay At Home Mom, your wardrobe would greatly benefit from a fabulous pair of flared jeans. Perfect for casual Friday, perfect for a day to date-night transition. I realize that most office attire does not include denim, but like I said, maybe a Friday wear!

Which brings me to this perfect little red bag– truly the cherry on top of this all-denim ensemble! Large enough to carry an iPad and any refreshing aids you need and love (re: you could fit a small makeup bag in this little cross-body easily). Yet it is small enough to fit anywhere unassuming and practically out of sight.

How is your week shaping up? We’re keeping things low-key this weekend, doing some organizing around the house, I know you are jealous!!! 🙂 Soccer this Saturday and maybe a trip to the swimming pool for the kiddos. The weather doesn’t look like it will be cooperating enough to get out on my road bike, so I may visit the gym for some strength training. Have a fabulous Thursday!

XX, Megan

Shirt: Madewell, Jeans: J.Crew (similar), Heels: Steve Madden, Bag: Rebecca Minkoff Mini Avery, Scarff: Anthropologie (love this one, and this one), Sunglasses: Karen Walker Super Duper, Cuff: Madewell, Earrings: Madewell, Lips: MAC Ruby Woo

I really like rain. I like the way it smells– clean and fresh. I like the way it sounds– the pat-a-tap-pat of every drop. I like the way it looks– the sheen and shine of rivulets and puddles. Rain refreshes me, just like it brings new life to old winter ground.

But dressing for rain, that is a little harder, and here in the arid mountain regions of the West we actually don’t experience large amounts of rainfall. We accumulate our water in the winter months through snow pack. But look, rain!

This is so different from the rain and sog we were accustomed to when we lived in Virginia. In the East, everyone carries an umbrella, and everyone has a trench.

Here in the West we dodge in and out of rain showers, heads uncovered, sometimes sporting a Goretex coat, but I’ve probably seen more jackalope than umbrella. Some of us wear trenches. What about you? Love rain, like rain, detest rain?

Happy Tuesday!!!

XX, Megan

 

 

Umbrella: Totes, Trench: Banana Republic, Dress: J.Crew (this season, similar, similar, similar, similar, similar), Shoes: Gap (similar, similar, similar), Clutch: J.Crew, Necklace: Gorjana, Lips: Buxom White Russian

Stripes, more stripes. What’s not to love?!? In my mind this idea of a new nautical is really just a nod to forever classics– the striped shirt, a pair of indispensable flats, and some skinny pants. Or maybe I should really just be honest and call this post my Ode to J.Crew. But that is also nothing new to you, my friends and readers.

Plus, have I told you about Spring, Spring, Spring?! Those gorgeous mountains in the distance having been putting on some beautiful displays, all white and airy above the green, green valley. Yeah! I really do find myself turning my face toward the warm sun just like a flower.

I hope your Thursday is full of beautiful views, sunshine on your face, and maybe a stripe or two! 😉

XX, Megan

Jacket: J.Crew, Shirt: J.Crew, Jeans: J.Crew, Shoes: J.Crew, Sunglasses: Karen Walker Super Duper, Earrings: J.Crew, Bracelet: J.Crew (similar), Watch: Invicta, Lips: MAC Russian Red

Oh, rose, you are an unsung color hero. I have to admit that I don’t really favor pink as a daily wear. I LOVE a pop of some neon varieties, and I can always appreciate a gorgeous pink lip. But pink, as a general rule, doesn’t have a HUGE place in my closest.

Enter this rose shirt. Easy on the eyes, easy on the wallet, and really east for ANYONE to wear no matter your skin type or skin tone. I’m pretty sure my friend Melanie and I BOTH picked up this tee shirt in this color on our trip to Arizona.

I’ll be wearing a version of this outfit all summer, sans blazer, I’m sure. How has your week rolled out? I hope you are all doing well and feeling great! Happy Tuesday!

XX, Megan

Blazer: J.Crew, V-neck: Madewell, Jeans: Gap (similar) , Wedge Heels: Clarks, Bag: Madewell, Sunglasses: Urban Outfitters, Necklaces: Gorjana (here and here and similar, similar), Bracelets: Madewell cuff and J.Crew , Earrings: Anthropologie, Lips: Sonia Kashuk in Lust

In case it wasn’t already completely obvious, I am a fan of the color green. Many shades and tones of green are season-less, and it stands as a fabulous neutral. It also works well with my skin tone, and accentuates my eyes. Blink. Blink. See?

I’m kidding. About the eye blinking. The rest is true. Do you have a color that you favor? A color that you reach for time and again? I’d love to hear your go-to shades.

This outfit is a straight shooter. Heels to throw off the guy in the produce department who wonders why you are grocery shopping in leopard pumps– gotta keep things interesting. Ripped boyfriend jeans add the perfectly, imperfect undone touch. Safari green silk shirt for that touch of polish. Some days it is a jungle out there. 😉

Have a fantastic Thursday, friends!

XX, Megan

Shirt: J.Crew, Jeans: J.Crew, Shoes: Nine West, Bag: Madewell, Bracelet: J.Crew (similar, similar, splurge), Sunglasses: Ray-ban, Earrings: Vintage, Lips: NARS Barbarella