Summer Looks: Nothin' But Neon

Nothing says summer like neon brights. Whether you just pick some neon accessories (hair ties, sunnies, hat, watch, purse, or shoes), or go head-to-toe neon glow, you're sure to get noticed in this trend! The neon lace peplum top would look so cute over the darker blue swimsuit top, then pair it with the hot pink board shorts and sunnies, and highlighter-yellow laceless tennies and a bright bag. If you swim laps, grab a hot pink swimsuit edged with orange, and layer on the neons when you've clocked your time. Be bold: do dayglow bright!

Nothin' But Neon! by fashionatalie featuring bikini bathing suits

Summer Looks: Country Girl Cute

Chambray, gingham, seersucker, stripes, and straw....there's just little more adorable than a Country Girl Cute look! Toss on a gingham or seersucker swimsuit, with a picnic skirt or seersucker shorts and an oversized white tee (tuck in a corner or tie it in a knot at the bottom), some gingham sunnies, and a gingham headband or straw hat. A chambray cover-up looks great with this theme, too. Striped Toms are such a cute casual shoe & a wonderful cause (when you buy a pair, they donate a pair).

Now pack up a picnic and get outside!

Country Girl Cute by fashionatalie featuring forever 21 sunglasses

Summer Looks: Red Hot Summer

What sort of summer are you planning to have? Red hot? Country Girl Cute? I've got some fun ideas up my sleeve to help make the most of your summer style, head to toe!

I am so in love with this look! It is captures all of that silver-screen style from a bygone era...a hint of mystery, a whole lot of glamour, and a little bit of kitsch. I love the vintage-styled swimsuits, high-waisted sailor shorts, and a movie-star worthy hat or scarf. Don't forget some flirty & fun shades! Some simple gold sandals add classic elegance. 

Red Hot Summer by fashionatalie featuring brimmed hats

Extra Weekend

 This is my It's Monday. But it's still the 'weekend'! expression.

With Monday being a holiday we had an extra day to wear our weekend duds! If you know me, you know that practically no weekend ensemble is complete without a splash of neon!  Monochromatic with a pop of neon is always right, but since neon is such a trend right now, it's even more on point.

Add sparkles, stripes, braided belt, lace-edged skirt, and 'snakeskin' sandals for even more visual interest. 

Did you notice how this outfit is really, really simple in its foundations? It's a tank, sweater, an 'easy' bottom (skirt with shorts underneath to keep things modest), and sandals.  How quickly could a tank top, sweater, and shorts look uninspired and boring? Mixing up the details are what really make the outfit stand out.

{hot pink details}

Style Secrets

Sunnies: Target

Sweater: Tag Sale

Tank: Tag Sale

Skirt: American Eagle

Purse: Consignment Shop

Sandals: Thrifted

Nail Polish (not on in pics): Pixi

Have a great week!

xo

Red, White, Blue, Lace, Zebra

I'm such a sucker for dressing for holidays. And sometimes kitschy is fun, too, but I think it's great to dress for the occasion a bit more subtly. I'm still wearing red (bangles & vintage earrings), white (dress, first day of the season to wear it...mixed with cream), and blue (ice blue eyeliner), but I don't think the outfit screams, "Walking American flag." I like to save that for the Fourth of July ;-)

The zebra heels are a fun surprise element to this vintage shift dress, and with the rattan heels, are so summery. First Heidi braids of the season, and with bangs, too! Love it so much. 

It was so funny because I spent the rest of the day adventuring, and it seemed everywhere I stopped people loved this dress! I say that because when my mom was visiting a month ago, and we were cleaning out my closet, she put this in my "donate" pile. Mom, I think I'm going to keep it, sorry :-)

Another huge THANK YOU to all families, past & present, who carry the burden of their loved ones' sacrifices for our country. Thank you. We will miss them, honor them, and never forget. 

Have a GREAT week!

xo

Memorial Day Weekend

This goes out to all of those who have given their lives to fight for our country...and to their families. I drove past many cemeteries this weekend and it stills my heart for a moment, and yet uplifts it, to see a small American flag placed near the graves of veterans. 

Please don't neglect to reflect on, honor and remember those who have lost their lives in service to our country.

But of course, I would be remiss if I didn't also suggest you try this recipe:

Loaded Baked Potato Fries

Mmmmmm, talk about yum-ness! I used sweet potato fries, because it's what I had handy, and it was still incredibly delicious. I've made these twice so far this weekend alone. And yes, there's a gluten-free hot dog buried under them to catch all of the wonderful leftover seasonings! 

Click the link under the picture for the recipe.

Peach Lemonade

Enjoy the rest of the weekend and stay safe, my dears!