Savoring Monday

I've been thinking about the Summer season for awhile now, making bucket lists, curating aesthetics and figuring out how I could make it the most whimsical Summer yet. Here's how I've been prepping for Summer: The very first thing I did was take inventory of what I already have and figure out how I could utilize it for Summer. Whether it was my closet, accessories, craft supplies or home decor storage, I went through everything to see what I could use this season.  For the most part, my style is very earthy, with pops of color and whimsical patterns. I was surprised to see how many blouses and t-shirts I could utilize in a unique way. I still have some jeans to cut into bermuda shorts and some embroidery and patchwork projects to do, but it was fun to shop my closet.  I also started saving some summer hairstyle inspo on Pinterest and practiced a 5 minute wavy hair and braids look. I definitely want to try out some braid hair styles this season.  I also figured out my 5 m...

Rewatching The Summer I Turned Pretty every Summer has become a tradition, and something I look forward to. The show itself feels very whimsical, nostalgic and encompasses the exhilarating anticipation of the season. I thought it would be fun to create a Summer bucket list based off the show. How to have a The Summer I Turned Pretty aesthetic summer TSITP Inspired Places to Visit: find your own charming beach town go to the boardwalk have lunch at the country club and wear your best sundress go to the golf course and book a tee time or go mini golfing go to an arcade with friends and whoever wins the challenge gets a bag of candy go to a bookstore Whimsical Summer Activities: movie night with old classics 4th of July party with fireworks and themed foods play carnival games and win a prize boat day play volleyball with friends write a book paint a portrait go sailing go for a nighttime pool swim throw a house party go surfing have a bonfire visit a drive in movie make up a dance routi...