F is for {Floral}

Yesterday, we had a tea party in my sister's backyard. And what a marvelous time it was. The evening was filled with picture-taking, video-making, music, dancing, and of course tea-drinking. The warm weather has returned to Portland, hopefully for a while now, and spending a spring-almost-summer evening outside couldn't have been more perfect. 

 Spring term is almost over, I've just got some finals to get through. I can't wait to cross off some things on my to-do list this summer. I'd like to do some more research about different universities and careers in order to get a better focus on what I want to do when I "grow up". Especially now, I keep getting asked, "What's your major?" or "What are you going for?" My answer: "Business, I guess." I know I have time to figure it out, but the sooner, the better. Besides school stuff, I want to enjoy my leisure time as well. I won't be completely free because I'm still taking three online classes, but that shouldn't be too rough. I miss reading books, normal books. Not textbooks! So I cannot wait to finally start going through my unread bookshelf. And to my poor, unused camera that's been gathering dust, I will pick you up again, I will! That's what's on my mind on this sunny Wednesday. Be blessed friends ♡.

I'm loving the Juicy Couture bag I recently purchased, the pretty lilac-y color goes great with a lot of looks especially for spring/summer. And that denim vest used to be a jacket, I cut the sleeves off because I just couldn't find the right jean vest for summer last year, so I made my own.

Sunny Days Ahead

While on spring break in Seattle..

I was on a run to the grocery store with friends and we stopped by Grand Central Bakery. I was like ooo, a colored wall! I grabbed my camera and handed it to my friend to snap some pictures. Very random. Very casual.

 My go-to look: high waisted pants & a crop top. I've overworn these black BDG pants from UO. They are my absolute favorite pair of pants that I've ever owned. They make me look & feel great & they go with everything. 

I'm back home already, and the weather cannot be more perfect here in Oregon. It's going to be 74 degrees today! What? It still surprised me when I saw the sunlight peeking through my window this morning. Even though I'm more than ready to put away the winter sweaters for good, I'm still afraid to commit to warm weather clothes. But my pedicured toes are ready for sandals, so bring it on. Rain or shine. More like rain rather than shine. Oh well.

Time to soak up the sun today. 

Hope everyone's week went well.

Happy Saturday ☀

Double Denim

{shirt: urban outfitters; jeans: urban outfitters; bag: urban outfitters; boots: steve madden}

 

I was just spending the afternoon drinking tea and watching haircuts when another colored wall was found... I went for the double denim look and broke out my new boots. I felt just at home on Hawthorne St., where everyone seems to be sporting "hipster" style. Practically my whole outfit is from Urban Outfitters; no surprise there. It's my favorite store, and the only place that has perfect-fitting highwaisted pants.

I'll be spending my spring break in Seattle this week, and it couldn't have been a more perfect time. The weather is in the 60s with sunshine & NO rain. Crazy Pacific Northwest, but I'm lovin' it.

For those of you who aren't relaxing this week, Im sorry.
Happy Monday anyways. 

//Striped//

{dress: Anthropologie; blazer: lush; tights: american apparel; booties: steve madden; purse: PB&J Boutique}

Despite the Oregon rain & cold, it was such a fun Sunday afternoon with the Portland Bloggers ladies at the "Strike a Pose" event. I was in the group with the very talented Margaret Jacobsen, who took the beautiful photos above. I got to wear the bracelet from chloe + isabel, who were at the event letting us borrow items for our photoshoots. There was also a giveaway from them, that I won! & I never win anything... I got these pretty honeycomb style earrings, which was just meant to be since I'm a beekeeper's daughter (; 

I'm taking a break from studying for finals, but it's time to return. 

Hope you all have an have an incredible weekend, I know I will. I'm running my first marathon 5k on Sunday, St. Patrick's Day, called the Shamrock Run. I'm excited to see how that goes, hopefully I won't come in last (: 

Be blessed friends. 

{Well-Spent Afternoon}

{blouse: equipment; sweater: free people; pants: citizens of humanity; boots: madden girl}

Today was a day filled with exploring with my sister: vintage pretty. It was long overdue, but we finally got to spend some time together & break out the camera. We found cool colored walls, drank some tea with macaroons, & did some antique & craft shopping. It was a lovely & well-spent afternoon ♡

PDX

{dress: lush; cardi/sweater: rubbish; hat: pac sun}

This day I spent wandering the Pearl with a friend. We had Barista, lunch, and of course snapped some shots. I felt like breaking out my new hat; it seemed just right for this look.


Btw friends, I'm not so blonde anymore:

Everyone seems to love it, so that's good news.

Well, there's an update,
hope you all have a great week & spend Thursday with someone special, and if not, at least treat yourself to something sweet. 

Florida {Summer Adventures}

I started off my summer in Florida with my best friend visiting her sister. The week I spent there was wonderful. Tasha made sure to keep us entertained. We did some shopping in the huge mall, went paddleboating, & celebrated Inna's birthday by going to Disney World (where else?). The rain has started back up again in Oregon. So let's just say I'm missing the Florida sunshine. Here's some pictures from a day we spent strolling the streets:

(dress: Urban Outfitters, purse: PourLaVictoire, headband: American Apparel, ring: Claires, bracelet: forgot, sunglasses: borrowed)

 

I'll continue posting pictures from my {summer adventures} including a birthday photoshoot my sister & I did. So stay tuned ♥

Black & Yellow

Back in March my wonderful sister & I did a photoshoot.
Black & yellow with a pop of blue. I fell in love with this jean jacket!
Worn just about everywhere ♥


{blouse: bellatrix, jean jacket: american eagle, pants: jolt, shoes: betsy johnson, purse: pour la victoire, headband: american apparel}

Happy Weekend!

To you Oregonians, enjoy the sun while it's still here!

#miracle