8 Cute Swimsuit + Cover Up Looks

Though the world is just not itself right now, it appears as if most are making the best of it. From backyard baby pool parties with the littles to lake house getaways with grandparents to cross country road trips to see the sights, I am loving the optimism in an absolutely insanely crappy situation. So your pool dips may be only with your kids and your neighbors pool is the only one you are having beers at, there is still lots of reasons for a cute one piece and a cover up to sport. I have been hunting for good one pieces for months and landed on a few I like a lot, plus all these covers up make them an actual outfit you could stroll the neighbor hood in. So cheers to Summer, whatever you are making of it. 

1. Gingham Suit + Navy Lace Dress / 2. Leopard Strapless + Black Palazzo / 3. Cabana Stripe + White Shirtdress / 4. Pink stripe puff sleeve + Wrap Suit. / 5. Navy Ruffle + White Linen Skirt / 6. Tassel Tunic + Block Color Suit / 7. One Shoulder Suit + Blue Drop Waist / 8. Sweet Floral Suit + Daisy Maxi Dress 

xo

erin 

Spring Break Fever

We are deep in the season where you talk about the weather a lot and it is a bummer. So though this post is all about getting out of town, I do try to enjoy my own even in this dirty snow/maybe raining/but always cold time of year. 

Like enjoying that the sun is actually shining past 5pm. 

And magic hour is a thing even in the winter. 

Or jumping in a puddle with one of the kids to make their day. 

And cozy sweaters by fires somewhere with friends. 

Mostly I am complaining, but every so often we make the best of it.

And when I am in the get me out of here head space, I start looking for fun new pieces to enjoy in the warm sun. Hence this heavenly packing list that would be perfect anywhere a pool and cold drinks is involved. And for those of you that live in the desert or by the beach year round, something for your every day closet, you lucky girl. 

1. Love this Ulla Johnson dress for day or night

2. A one piece - two piece hybrid I am digging. This one too

3. A minimalist leather sandal is always so chic

4. A high quality stripe shirt to half tuck into #5

5. The high waisted boyfriend denim shorts that anyone can wear

6. The combo of blue mirrored lenses and tortoise is so good on these glasses

7. DYING over this wide leg jumpsuit. This one too

8. A leopard shirt cover up is unexpected and I like it

9. Valentino slides you can wear every day everywhere. These are great too. 

10. A silk t shirt dress that easily dresses up or down

11. Classic white sneakers that go good with dresses too

12. This ruffle top and hipster bottom are so cute. Also comes in a one piece

13. A chambray baby doll that is easy to eat cheeseburgers in

14. A super sweet yellow gingham dress

15. Pink shades that are just pink enough

16. A ruffled low block heel because who wants to wear high heels on vacay? 

xo

Erin 

Winter Escape: What to Pack

There is nothing as lovely as escaping winter and going somewhere warm. You leave someone where below freezing and thaw out in the sunshine a few hours later. Heaven. 

Everyone seems to be either going south or headed there soon. Luckily, so I am this month with friends  to Mexico. Here is what I am packing if you need any ideas for your suitcase as well.  

1. The perfect bright dress. Clove $118

2. Go with everything wedges. Jimmy Choo $450 or these 

3. A light tunic for the beach. J. Crew $89

4. Printed silk pants to pair with your fav tank. Splendid $138

5. Classic cut offs. J. Crew $79

6. A striped bandage skirt. Alexander Wang $168

7. My go to jumpsuit. Splendid $138

8. A printed maxi. Tbags $57

9. A simple romper for the pool. Shopbop $119

10. Diving into this book. 

Bon Voyage! 

xo

Erin 

What I am Packing: Spring Break

While I know it is much later than most, my Spring Break starts Saturday. Seriously, get me out of here. While it is getting warmer, it is that lame in between time when people think it is warm for good and then it snows. I am trying to pack light to this trip to Florida and hope to get lots of use out of these new additions...

1. I am totally obsessed with this J. Crew cover up for the beach. Can be worn as a tunic over a bikini or with shorts for walking around. 

2. Loving this Kate Sommerville SPF Serum. Super lightweight and SPF 55. 

3. I am big fan of Victoria's Secret for bikinis. They are inexpensive and come in great cuts that flatter. Have you tried the Bikini Mixer? It is so fun. 

4. Cut offs in a dark wash go with everything. Gap

5. Digging original Wayfayers for Florida. 

6. I got this Joie top to go with my new white jeans. 

7. When on vacay, I bring three pairs of shoes. Havianas, nude wedges that go with everything, and running shoes. 

8. I have written about this Rebecca Minkoff bag many times. The versatility of it is perfect for packing. Clutch, cross body, and shoulder bag all in one. Comes in a ton of colors. 

Still have to wait the week out. Will need that much time to get the kids organized to go. It feels like I am moving an entire city when I start packing and making lists for them. It will be totally worth it. 

xo

Erin 

Hide and Peek

Though I recently shared my favorite new swim styles for this summer, the more important piece of my summer wardrobe would have to be the cover up. Because as much as I am willing for my former self to reemerge, it is most likely going to take me much of the summer for things to fall back in place post-baby (does it ever, really?). 


Cover ups can be just as cute as the suit they are hiding, but what makes some of them even better is they sneak a peek at what is underneath. So if you are feeling a bit bashful, at least you can show off your bikini without even having to undress. 

From Left: Marc by Marc Jacobs $173, Pim + Larkin $59, Roberto Roller Rabbit $99, Unitah $154

A little bit see through and enough coverage to make anyone feel comfortable. And if you never feel like taking it off, I do not blame you. Because clearly these are worth staying covered up for. 

xo

Erin 

Love for Lemlem

Nothing feels better in the summer than throwing on something super soft, light and gauzy. Whether over your bikini or with pretty sandals for cocktails, we all want those pieces that look and feel great.

Enter these beautiful dresses and tunics from Lemlem that are my current obsession. Even from the photos they look soft to the touch and perfect for summer.

Liya Kebede, the stunning supermodel and humanitarian, has brought the talent of Ethiopian weavers stateside in hopes to promote this ancient art form from her native country.

You have to love a product that does some good. Bonus is that you will look and feel gorgeous all summer long.

Would it be too much to order all four of these? Wait, don't answer that, I already know the answer.

xo
Erin