Peter Pan Collar Dresses: Cute yet Classic

One of my favorite kinds of dresses are peter pan collar dresses. They are cute and chic yet sophisticated. They had the perfect classic touch to any outfit, whether that'd be for an interview, day at school, or an afternoon at the park. You can wear them so many different ways, such as, with a cardigan, over tights with boots/heels, under a blazer, or simply alone. These are some of my favorite peter pan collar dresses, enjoy! Xo.

Cracking the (dress) Code

Lots of schools require a dress code, whether that may be a uniform or wearing a collard shirt to school each day and no denim. Sometimes, dress codes are great because you almost never have to figure out an outfit to wear school school. However, they're not so great because they don't allow nearly any creativity or self expression in terms of clothing and style. Style is one of the best ways to express yourself, but it's hard to do that with a dress code! Therefore, I am going to be sharing some of my tips on how to let some of your true style shine through, even when you are wearing a uniform each day.

(Creds to gossip girl, love that show!)

Tip #1: 

Accessorize! Add brightly colored or printed headbands, statement necklaces, arm candy, and colorful scarves to your uniform. If you are wearing a plain sweater or button down, add a colorful statement necklace on top with a statement watch or bracelet. 

Tip #2:

Change it up with a new hair do! Instead of going for the ponytail each day, try curling your hair, wearing it with a colorful headband, half up half down, or a new french braid. These will add a whole new taste to your look. Check out this website with a bunch of hairstyle tutorials that will spice up any outfit! 

Tip #3: 

Wear a jacket and a pair of shoes that make a statement. If you have to wear a navy and white uniform, wear a plaid or pink jacket or peacoat. If you have to wear a white collard shirt each day with a plaid skirt, wear a puffer vest on top with some riding boots and printed knee high socks. 

Tip #4:

Add pops of color! Whether this may be a yellow or pink collard shirt, brightly colored tights, or a printed tie. It will add a huge pop to your whole outfit, and really make it stand out. If you are wearing a pink button down, add a white sweater over it and throw a cute headband in. Or maybe a white skirt and a black skirt with a pair of yellow leggings underneath. 

Tip #5:

Decorate your school supplies. Add cute keychains and pins to your backpack. Cover your notebooks, laptops, and planners with tons of stickers and fun prints! One of my favorite things to do each school year is add a cute, printable binder covers into each of my binders. Just type in "cute printable binder covers" into google images, pick them, print them out, and slip them right in your binders! They make your notebooks so cute and custom to you. It will also be really easy to identify which ones are yours at school. 

Early Fall Outfits

Back To School Essentials

It's that time of year again where everyone is headed back to school. I know we don't all love it, but it's something we just got to do, haha! Today, I am going to be sharing my back to school essentials with you guys that definitely help me when going back to school, and I think they will be beneficial to you guys too. Enjoy!

1. A Planner

If you ask anyone, they will always say what an organization freak I am....and it's true! That's why my planner is so important to me at school. In it, I write down homework assignments, meeting/activity days, and many other to do lists. I don't know where I would be without my planner. Some places that carry great planners are Target, Day Designer, Hallmark, Lilly Pulitzer, and Staples. If planners aren't your thing, I would recommend keeping to do lists in the notes app on your phone or any journal/notebook. 

2. A Water bottle

It is so important to stay hydrated throughout a busy day at school, so I always keep a water bottle with me. I use my camelbak everyday, but you can use any kind you like! I prefer reusable bottles (you should also check out the brand Swell, they have great water bottles,) but you can also carry a plastic one too. I have also seen a lot of people decorate their water bottles with stickers. If you're looking for some cute personalized stickers, check out Red Bubble.

3. A sweater/light jean jacket

Where I live, it is still pretty hot out when we go back to school. Therefore, I am still wearing some of my summer clothes. Although, some of my classes can be pretty cold so I always recommend having a sweater or light jean jacket with you at all times!

4. A granola bar/morning snack

When you eat breakfast as early as 6:30am, it is pretty easy to get hungry again by mid morning. I like to keep a snack with me during my morning classes before lunch so I can keep my energy up and feel replenished. 

5. Extras: Headbands/Hair Ties, Powder, Concealer, and lip gloss or lip balm.

These last few items are definitely essentials. In case you get hot and want to put your hair up, pack some hair ties and headbands in your back pack! Don't forget some powder, concealer and lip balm in case you want to touch up your makeup throughout the day.

My Favorite Instagrammers

Instagram is one of the most popular forms of social media today. I don't only see it as a social media network to share your photos and connect with friends and followers; I also see it as a form of artwork. Many instagrammers, especially bloggers and You tubers, have Instagrams that follow a color theme, pattern and are aesthetically pleasing to scroll through. Here is a list of some of my favorite Instagram accounts, enjoy!

Lemon Stripes

Sarah Vickers

Krista Robertson

Danielle Marie

Amybelievesinpink

Carly from the College Prepster

Caitlin Cooper

Undeniably Anna

A Beautiful Mess with Elsie and Emma

The Lilac Press

Vineyard for the summer

Outfit Details:

Skirt: Vineyard Vines

Polo: Vineyard Vines

Shoes: Jack Rogers

What's in my Summer Purse

During summer, I always like to downsize to a smaller purse since I won't be carrying as much as I do during the school year. I also always like to switch my purse to a brighter color and this year I chose pink, of course! Today I am going to be showing you guys what I keep in my purse during the summer time. I hope this gives you some inspiration for what to keep in your purses. Enjoy!

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