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TRAVELING FOR THE 4th? Let me help you....

we are quickly approaching the biggest holiday of the summer, one of the most traveled holidays of the year, and one of my favorites. with that being said, i wanted to give a few tips for packing for the weekend no matter your destination. even if your driving it is still inconvenient to pack a ton of clothes that you will never wear, so lets think through this, and pack only the necessities to keep you fabulous & together all weekend long.

growing up i had a mother who always overpacked (she still does), a father who under packed (now a world class packer), and a brother who just didn't know how to pack (were still working on him, but he is getting there!) - so somewhere in-between them all, i think that i figured it out. if you don't believe me, just ask my roommates, i have made it a science!

just a few packing tips

• always lay everything out on your bed before putting it in your suitcase, this allows for you to make sure that you are not over packing or forgetting anything 
• think versatile pieces not necessarily "out-fits," because we all know that our mood can affect what we want to wear 
• one pair of neutral heels will do the trick, no need to pack 3 pairs for a long weekend 
• underwear- now Im guilty of this :-/, it is not necessary to bring 2-3 pairs for everyday, especially when you know you will be in a bathing suite for a majority of the day 
• heavy shoes (tennis shoes or heels) go in first, and then jeans, pajamas, coverups, etc... lay your nicer clothes on top that you dont want to wrinkle on the top. 
• make use of "empty space" wisely. for example, roll your sports bra and socks and put them in your tennis shoes
• in order to save room it is best to roll cotton tops, the will not wrinkle and you can stack them
• lay your travel outfit out- make sure this includes one of the pair of shoes that you plan on wearing throughout your trip. I also always try and wear jeans on the plane, plane seats are icky. 

some of my favorites for the weekend 

a great white t-shirt/top can be day or
night and matches all bottoms.
click here to buy this one

jean shorts, chose your poision or should
i say color- you cannot loose
click here to buy these 

nude wedge. must.
steve madden
click here to buy

favorite summer flat
click here to buy

white jeans, summer favorite
buy these- they are a steal

fedora. keep the sun off your face and look
good at the same time. great nyc street
purchase, have fun with color as well.
jcrew

can't go wrong with a
black suite
vix at piperlime

sunscreen, i don't care what kind as long as you are using it 

Food For Thought Tuesdays

although we sometimes feel the need to plan
 the future, it is not necessary, what will be will be...
so get excited for what your future holds ! 

WHITE OUT

from clothes and decor, to weddings and flowers, white is a classic. whether you choose all white or a white base with a pop, you cannot go wrong. enjoy! 

all white bedding- cant go wrong.
my room

the white walls and furniture create an endless
 mood enhancing vibe
Elle Decor 

love the pop of color on the pillow
versace home: Elle Decor

so inviting and clean
Traditional Home 

with many of my friends living in big cities and
small apartments, i have learned the importance
of making a small room feel big- white is key
Decor 8 Blog  

absolutely love this
doors-sliding.com

love.
Alice and Oliva Vest
themanreppeller.com

love the white and green:
clean. crisp. elegant
Snelling Wedding 

beautiful back, so important.
Paul Johnson Photography