Ya’ll know how much I love a good mix of the red, white, and blue. Americana forever!! I promise that I will recap more of our trip to Austin at the end of the week, but I wanted to start this week off with a little style inspo straight from that great state– Texas!!

These pieces are all easy summer dressing options, and can easily be amended for any inclement summer weather that gets thrown your way. I wore my jean jacket all weekend, as you’ll see in  upcoming posts. When you go from 85 degree and 100% outside humidity to 65 degrees and pure Air Conditioning inside, your need to carry layers becomes very real!

I hope your Monday is off to a wonderful start. Sending good vibes, delicious dinners, and all the Americana your closet can stand!! Shop the exact piece below, and have a great week!

XX, Megan

One Teaspoon Dress, Lou and Grey Shoreline Sweater, Madewell Fringe Sweater, Ray-ban Clubmaster Sunglasses, J.Crew High-rise Jean Shorts, Asos Bold Stripe Dress, LOFT Sangria Dress, Madewell Lace-up Sandals, Tularosa Santa Fe Jacket, Banana Republic Suede Hobo

This bright plaid shirt and retro skirt vibe has me all sorts of happy. Plus, the weather had been glorious over the last few days so bonus! Here’s the great thing about sturdy separates. You can wear them season after season in a variety of ways.

I’m already planning on wearing this skirt come fall with tall suede boots. I’ll wear this shirt layered under a cozy sweater when it’s winter. Choose pieces that you love, regardless of their seasonal designation and they will easily transition into any season you like!

I hope you have a fabulous Thursday. I hope you really do get to picnic with your family, or lie in the sun like a lizard. TGIT!!

XX, Megan

Shirt: J.Crew, Skirt: J.Crew, Bag: J.Crew, Sunglasses: Ray-ban, Heels: Jeffrey Campbell, Necklace: Gorjana, Earrings: Kate Spade, Lips: MAC Girl About Town

Happy Tuesday, friends! This past week-and-a-half has been go, go, go. I mentioned on Instagram that I have taken the opinion that May really is as busy as December without the fudge and presents.

Yesterday we got to go to Hogle Zoo with my son’s school class. Today he is presenting a book report about Harry Potter. This weekend is our first wedding to kick off the season, and we are traveling to Austin to celebrate this beautiful couple. If you have any Austin, TX recommendations, I’d love to hear!!

It will be my first time in Texas and I am excited to get a taste of Austin. Literally, I think our plan is to eat our way through the city. What has May held for you? I hope that all of you had a wonderful Mother’s Day, whether celebrating your mother or being celebrated.

Here’s to go, go, going until June!!

XX, Megan

Jacket: Gap (similar, similar, great option, love this one), Sweater: J.Crew, Shorts: Madewell, Bag: Madewell, Shoes: Birkenstock, Sunglasses: Karen Walker Super Duper, Necklace: Gorjana, Cuff: Madewell, Earrings: Gorjana (similar), Lips: NARS Barbarella

Friday, I’m in love with you! I’m also slightly enamored with the LWD– Little White Dress. I’ve featured white dresses on several occasions here on Refined + Rugged. The white eyelet dress above is still one of my favorites, view the post here.

I haven’t traced the style roots back far enough to know when these beauties came on the fashion scene as more than casual wedding frocks, but I find this style to be perfect for Summer, easy for anyone to pull off, and at this point a true closet staple. The dress pictured below is shown here.

There are many, many white dress options on the market this season, and the dresses linked here are pictured below. Click on the link to view and shop.

1. Tularosa
2. J.Crew
3. Joie
4. Madewell
5. Doen
6. J.Crew

There are several other LWDs I’ve fallen in love with here, here, here, here, and here. The other great thing about a Little White Dress is that you can use it as a truly clean slate. Start with your dress and layer up! I love to wear mine with a denim vest, or for a preppy twist with a cardigan tied around my waist.

You can pull just about any and every jacket over one of these styles and be ready to transition from a warm summer night to that over-cooled restaurant air. I hope you have a fantastic Friday, and that you’ll weigh in on this Little White Dress phenomenon in the comments below if you’d like!

XX, Megan

Juliette dress available here.

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