summertime.

Well, the temps are arising and I'm ready to finally bust out some of my summer gear.  I've been partial to one-pieces this year, and I think this little beauty may need to join my growing collection.  It's definitely time to hit the beach, pool, or lake with these summer essentials.

{suit}, {sandal}, {coverup}, {towel}

small office.

I spotted this little office space and couldn't stop staring.  I love how they transofrmed a little corner of a room, into a clean modern office.  I'd love to recreate something similar and here are some of the products I'd pick up to start the project.

{lamp}, {chair}, {rug}, {vase}

this skirt.

I mean, does it get any better then this?  A sequined maxi skirt...what what?!?  Uhhh, someone please help me figure out how to make this little beauty mine.

{skirt}

new heels.

Well I've been trying to incorporate more heels into my wardrobe and so far so good.  I decided I needed to add a nude heel into the lineup and stumbled upon this pair.  I just ordered them, so once I've received them and given them a whirl, I will let you know what I think.  I feel like a nude heel is one of those staple closet items that I've been missing for far too long.

{heels}

modern budget. 9.

As you can clearly see, my black & white obsession continues in today's modern budget style post.  But hey, I did manage to throw in a bit of color with that kimono.  Every piece of clothing I'm wearing here is super old.  I'm a true believer in wearing my clothes over and over again, just styling them up in different ways.  And if a piece sits in my closet for too long without wear, it's time to say good-bye.  I bought that kimono at forever21 like 4 years ago, and it's still in heavy rotation.  So, while there aren't any direct links today (with the exception of the hat), I found some nicely priced alternatives for you.  Enjoy!  And thank you Melanie for the pics.

{hat, similar $16.00}, {top is old Zara, similar $12.00}, {kimono is old forever21, similar $49.99, similar $18.80 shhhh no one will know it's a robe if you lose the belt}, {leggings are old Zara, similar $17.80}, {shoes are old Dolce Vita, similar $36.90}