Strappy Sandals Quest + Quick OOTD Details

It seems like everywhere I turn (mainly on blogger and Instagram), I see strappy high heeled sandals gracing everyone's feet.  Simple yet chic, I am dying to grab a pair for myself. They are the perfect alternative to flat sandals, and much more dressed up then flip-flops. I own so many classic pumps that I think I've forgotten entirely about showing off my pretty Summer pedicures, and really, what a travesty that is! It's time I switch things up. The great part about the pairs I have my eyes on are that they are all super affordable.

Target

Zara

Sole Society

Which pair do you like?

On to a quick outfit from lunch with the boy yesterday, where I definitely would have loved some strappy heels!

Another pair of shorts paired with my beloved Zara pumps.

You've seen everything before, besides the printed shorts from, where else? Loft. I swear this is my last pair for the Summer ;)

♥ Noelle

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Oceanic

Wearing: Forever 21 skirt, Loft sunwashed tee, J Crew pumps (similar), Juicy bag, Oia Jules India necklace, Loft necklace (check stores), Fossil watch

This Summer, much like most Summers, I do everything I can to head 45 minutes west towards the beach. It's been a life-long dream of mine to live by the ocean, even if it's in a tiny run-down shack. Who knows when and if that dream will ever come true, but in the meantime, I've been living in shades that remind me of the sea. I've had this little cotton skirt for years now. I was tempted to donate it, but gave it one last try on Friday night and ended up loving how casual and light it is to wear. The navy tribal print is perfect for pairing with other shades of blue.

I hope you had a great weekend!

♥ Noelle

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Dots, Denim, and Gold

Wearing: Express blouse, Target shorts and crystal necklace, Anthropologie turquoise necklace, Hello Fab clutch, J.Crew & Stella & Dot bracelets, Zara pumps

Happy Thursday everyone! I keep thinking it's earlier in the week, probably because of the holiday weekend we just had. Another one will soon be here.

Please excuse the frizzy hair. Summer isn't always kind to it ;)

For the past couple of years, I've really enjoyed dressing up denim boyfriend shorts. Once terrified of them, I  began following other bloggers who showed me how to do it without feeling like a...ahem...tart. I definitely feel more comfortable in this style, as opposed to some short daisy dukes! No, I'm just not that brave. A great way to dress these babies up is by adding accessories. I've had this beautiful gold glam clutch for a couple of months now, but it finally made its debut at my bachelorette party last month. Since I love gold and turquoise together for Summertime, it seemed like the perfect date night pairing this time around.

How do you like to style denim shorts? 

♥ Noelle 

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Sweet Summer

Dress - American Eagle (super similar, also from AE)

Necklace - Baublebar, given to me by Lilly :)

Flats - Ivanka Trump

Rings - CatbirdNYC & Glamrocks Designs

Nails - Essie "Enuf is Enuf"

I think we can all agree that Summer evokes a feeling of ease and relaxation. No longer bogged down by heavy coats, jackets, and boots, I always go with the flow and slowly start to become more natural in my appearance. I live inland, where temperatures average in the high 90's for most of the Summer and even into Fall. As tempting as it is to reach for fussy things in my closet, I regret it as soon as I do. Instead, I force myself to put down my hair straightener, go lighter with my makeup, and slip into something flowy and comfortable.

♥ Noelle

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