What I Wore | Embroidered Blouse

WhatIWore: When you’ve got nine people staying together, getting out of the house on time is nearly impossible - but, BUT!!! We managed to round up everyone for some family photos AND get to dinner by 5 (because… babies). This is what I wore that night. I knew it would be windy and chilly and the only long pants  had with me that weren’t overly casual were these ecru jeans. 

When: March 15, 2017

What:
Shades: Karen Walker ‘Super Duper’
Blouse: Old Navy
Jeans: J.Crew Factory
Sandals: Clark’s (older style)

Where: Dinner at the Sandbar with the whole crew

I’m not a huge fan of bright white jeans, especially in the winter. Especially during snow storms. But for a tropical climate I think they work year round. This pair is a high rise version from J.Crew factory and it’s not that intense bluish white you see in summer styles (this is called ‘frost wash’). I went up an additional size because I think overly tight white jeans aren’t a great look. Also because I knew I’d be doing my part to eat as many donuts as possible while on vacation (grand tally - 9) Part of me wonders what the hell I was thinking buying them with two messy kids, but I made it home without any stains so I guess that’s a win. 

I love this top - I’ve been wearing it for a couple weeks now. It’s great for easy nursing access and the style and color are a great bridge between getting dressed for winter and spring. It also comes as a dress (it’s from Old Navy)

Baby Bea is wearing a romper (which I like to pronounce ‘womper’) that Nana gave to her (from Old Navy) and a headband that matches her MilkMaid swaddler.

The Donut Experiment

Greetings from Florida!! We seemed to escape the winter wonderland just in time for some sunshine down south. One of my favorite things about this trip are the donuts! I generally prefer yeast donuts over the cake variety - unless they’re hot and fresh. This morning Adam and I had a special date with just Felix - we thought he could benefit from some two on one attention - but just as we headed for the door he said “oh no! Please bring baby Beatrix!!” He’s really surprised us with how loving he is of his younger sister! 

But back to those donuts!! We get ours from The Donut Experience and I can’t recommend them enough! The actual experience is a little chaotic (especially around 10am when there’s a big rush), but if you come prepared to wait a bit, it’s totally worth it.

Here’s how it works: When you come in you pick up an order sheet and check off what combo of icing and toppings you want on each donut. We went with the house Key Lime (graham cracker and lime drizzle), glaze and rainbow sprinkles, plain chocolate, plain strawberry, caramel and nuts and strawberry with sea salt. You can watch the staff prep each order, and there is a 15-20 minute wait, but NOTHING beats a fresh hot donut in my world! Unless it’s my son enjoying his donut just as much as his mama. Apple doesn’t fall far from the tree there! 

Have you ever done the create-your-own-flavor donut type thing? What combo do I definitely have to try? Drop me a note on facebook or instagram! 

If you’re in this neck of the wood, The Donut Experiment is at 210c Pine Ave, Anna Maria, FL 34216 and open 7am-1pm. 

What I Wore | Last Day at the Beach

WhatIWore: If you saw me walking the beach or strolling through town in Anna Maria Island, chances are you saw me in this romper - I wore it just about every day! I asked Adam to quickly snap these photos on my way out the door to go shopping one morning - nothing too complicated -  just a cute and easy spring outfit! 

When: March 17, 2016

What:
Hat: Stars + Field (self made)
Shades: Karen Walker ‘Super Duper’ in Crazy Tort
Romper: Old Navy (purchased with a left over gift card of previous partnership)
Bag: Coach
Sandals: Clark’s

Where: Hanging out on AMI

What I Wore | Poolside

WhatIWore: Although I’ve been wearing a lot of fit and flare style skirts and dresses to go out for this vacation, around the rental house I’ve been straight lounging! I’ve been alternating between this dress and a striped one piece for going between beach walks, bike rides and pool time. I like having casual comfy pieces that look just as good doing nothing as running out. (For example, when we ran out of ice, I jumped on a bike and headed to the general store wearing this dress!) These kinds of soft knits pack really well and don’t wrinkle much (say… for a tropical snooze in the hammock?) And stripes are one of my favorite things for warm weather… coastal chic! 

When: March 15, 2016

What:
Hat: Stars and Field with vintage scarf band
Shades: ZeroUV
Dress: Purchased with gift card provided by Old Navy

Where: Hanging out in Florida!

Big thanks to our longtime partners at Old Navy for sponsoring this post and providing me with a gift card to choose this dress (along with a few other goodies for my trip!)