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A Week In Breckenridge, Colorado

Day 1

Earlier this month I traveled to Breckenridge, Colorado with my family for a week of Rocky Mountain views. As someone who has never visited Colorado before, I was eager to see what the Centennial state had to offer and was blown away by the intense natural beauty almost immediately. On the day I traveled to Colorado, I caught a very early flight into Denver. After landing in the late afternoon, I met my family at the airport so that we could make the two hour drive to our rental in Breckenridge. From the moment we left the city the skyline opened up to reveal some of the most breathtaking views I have ever seen. That night I tucked in early to help fend off a slight bought of altitude sickness and woke the next morning eager to explore. 

 

After relaxing for a bit, we set out for the Snowflake Trailhead which was conveniently located a two minute walk from our rental. 

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                                                                             I wore my navy blue long-sleeve t, white Levi's 501 CT jeans, Forever 21 hat and Massimo Dutti belt.

The trail, which is really more of a light walk, was such a great way to acclimate to the altitude. Winding gently through bubbling streams and delicate waterfalls, the trail eventually opened up to a perfectly serene lake and sweeping landscape views. Needless to say, I was completely smitten and didn't want to leave.  


Day 2

On the second day, I was still fighting a little altitude sickness so we kept it simple with another light walk. This trail offered continuous mountain views, the freshest air, and the loveliest wildflowers. To suit the cooler than expected temps I wore my Everlane u-neck tee, Madewell jeans and Zara shawl. 

I kept my accessories simple and stuck to my J. Crew bangle and Massimo Dutti belt. 

 

This adorable little cottage at the end of our hike, was staged as it would have looked during the gold rush. 


Day 4

On our third day in Breckenridge we drove back into Denver to pick up my sister! Unfortunately I left my camera at home so I wasn't able to take any pictures. BUT, on our fourth day we took my favorite hike of the whole trip and snapped more than enough pictures to make up for the day before. 

 

Known as Hoosier Pass, this gorgeous trail sits at an elevation of 11,539 feet and offers some of the most breathtaking views I have ever seen. 

The weather on our fourth day was absolutely freezing so I wore my black long-sleeve tee, Madewell jeans and Zara leather jacket. For accessories I wore my favorite turquoise Zara necklace, Massimo Dutti belt and Forever 21 hat. 

Simply picturesque, there is truly no other way to describe it. This hike featured a gradual climb and appeared to be nestled in the clouds. Lined with endless wildflowers and gorgeous evergreens, the hike far exceeded my expectations and I highly recommend it if you're ever in the area. 


Day 5

On our fifth and final day in Breckenridge we ventured on another hike - I promise we did more than hike, I just left my camera at home for the downtown walks and delicious dinners. Instead, I captured those parts of our trip over on Instagram stories. Anyway, our final hike was just as lovely as those before it, but definitely a little more difficult. The weather this day was also much cooler than it had been prior so I pulled out my sweater to stay warm. 

The endless hues of green were simply beautiful.

Winding upward into the mountains, this hike was the perfect blend of forest and trails. As if the fresh air and gorgeous views weren't enough, the trail was also covered in lush greenery and had the cutest chipmunks I've ever seen! They were adorably friendly and even ate out of my hand!! I felt like Snow White and managed to capture it on film - included in my trip lookbook below. 

The weather on our final day was the perfect blend of rainy and exhilarating. To suit the cool temps I wore my cream L.L. cableknit sweater, Madwell jeans and new hiking boots. About 15 minutes into our hike it started to rain so I pulled my hair back with a tortoise shell J. Crew barrette. 

All-in-all, I can't recommend Colorado enough. The gorgeous scenery and unbelievably fresh air made it the perfect week long getaway. 

Arizona State Of Mind

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To say that Arizona is breathtaking would be an understatement. From the moment we landed in the copper state I was blown away by the stunning natural beauty around every corner. From the incredible colors to the magnificent mountain peaks, the landscape is remarkable and I highly recommend a trip if you haven't been. 

To compliment the exquisite scenery I wanted to wear something that wouldn't compete with the vivid colors so I opted for all white. My relaxed t and new high rise white jeans were the perfect base for this look and allowed my rich brown and turquoise accessories to shine. 

Until next time!

Break Up A Monochromatic Look With Accessories

Charleston South Carolina J Crew Frog Necklace J Crew Long Sleeve T J Crew Blue Midi Skirt Chanel Ballet Flats

Monochromatic dressing is one of the easiest ways to make simple pieces look luxe. While this no-fail combination has been said to elongate the body, make it look slimmer and make anything look chicer, it can also feel boring if you aren't careful. With this cautionary tale in hand, I like to break up monochrome outfits with fun accessories that keep the look from putting me to sleep. Case in point is this light and airy look I wore during my time in Charleston.

When I packed for this trip, I brought along my never fail monochromatic basics that I can mix and match for endless possibilities. To save on suitcase space and help extend the longevity of these pieces, I also packed my favorite accessories including statement necklaces, belts and scarves. For this look, I applied this no-fail formula for dressing and paired my favorite cotton long sleeve t with matching midi skirt. To break up the top and bottom and make it look more like a dress, I cinched the waist with one of my favorite brown belts. To add interest to the plain t, I threw on my favorite statement necklace that features the same shade of navy as the top and skirt. To finish it all off, I wore my super comfortable ballet flats. 

T-Shirt: J. Crew / Skirt: J. Crew / Belt: Dooney & Bourke / Necklace: J. Crew / Ballet Flats: Chanel

Until next time, happy accessorizing! 

Cloudy Skies and Classic Ties

Vintage Nautical Print Silk Scarf Black J Crew T Louis Vuitton Clutch J Crew Chino Shorts Gucci Horsebit Loafers
Vintage Nautical Print Silk Scarf Black J Crew T Louis Vuitton Clutch J Crew Chino Shorts Gucci Horsebit Loafers
Vintage Nautical Print Silk Scarf Black J Crew T Louis Vuitton Clutch J Crew Chino Shorts Gucci Horsebit Loafers
Vintage Nautical Print Silk Scarf Black J Crew T Louis Vuitton Clutch J Crew Chino Shorts Gucci Horsebit Loafers

Being originally from Florida, there are few things I love more than a good late afternoon storm. There's just something about how the world seems to shift before a downpour that I can't get enough of. While we were in Charleston, I was lucky enough to have a day just like that and I soaked it all in while exploring even more of the city. When we awoke, the forecast predicted rain and all day the air was breezy and warm while the clouds gathered above. To suit the impending storm, I wore my go-to long sleeve cotton t and chino shorts. To jazz up the look I added my favorite statement belt, vintage nautical print scarf and handy clutch. For footwear, I would have preferred sandals or rainboots but because I only had a few pairs of shoes with me, I opted for my super comfortable loafers instead. 

T Shirt: J. Crew / Chino Shorts: J. Crew / Belt: C. Wonder / Clutch: Louis Vuitton / Scarf: Vintage / Loafers: Gucci 

Until next time! 

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