I'M BACK!!

Hey beauties!!

I've missed you all!  I haven't blogged in about 4 months, and honestly I don't even have a good reason.  At the end of the summer I was super busy with work, wrapping up my summer classes and getting back to school, as well as sorority recruitment.  Since the fall semester started again, I've been so busy that I haven't been able to get back into it until now.  But, now I'm back and I'm ready to blog!  And to kick off my "welcome back" to myself, I have a new blog design!  I hope you all love it! Since the last time I've posted, I've moved into a new apartment (and of course redecorated!), started new classes and tons of other things that I can't wait to tell you all about!  Now, since I've been out of the swing of things, I need your help.  Leave a comment and let me know what you all want to see in the future!  What are your favorite blog posts to read?

Love you all! 

xo Sarah

Style Ideas: The Fourth of July

Hey everyone!

I know I always start off my recent blog posts apologizing for not posting enough, and this one is no different!  Last week was super crazy, but I actually have a few days off of work this week so I'm going to try to work on my blog as much as possible!  

Now that my apology is out of the way, I'm so excited about this post because it's all about two of my favorite things--cute clothing and the Fourth of July!  I'm not quite sure yet of my plans for the 4th, but I know I want to be looking cute whatever I do!  The great thing about all of these outfits is that you can wear them on any summer day--not just on the Fourth of July!
Here are some of my favorite outfits for the holiday!

Race Point Red and White Striped Dress

Stripes are always a good choice for the Fourth of July!  They're so easy to pair with a plain top and still look super festive.

Hyannis Skirt

Promenade Blouse

This red blouse would be so cute to pair with either some denim shorts or a cute pair of white shorts and blue flats.

Overboard Shirt Dress

This plaid blue shirt dress is probably my favorite of all of them--it's so cute and flowy yet still looks super comfortable.  The red accessories just add to the festiveness of the outfit, but I would definitely wear this any time--not just the Fourth of July.

Sailor Blouse

This blouse is another one that is super cute any day of the year, not just a holiday.  For the 4th, you could pair it with any red skinny jeans (I got a pair from Target for $15!), or some cute dark denim shorts, with a pop of red in accessories.

Now, of course, I can't forget about one of the best parts of the Fourth of July--cute swim suits!  This time of year, you can find festive suits almost everywhere, but my favorites are from Target and Shabby Apple!  

Reversible Bandeau Top

Reversible Triangle Top

Crab Island Bikini

I hope you all enjoyed this little fashion post!

What are you doing for the Fourth of July?

More importantly--what are you wearing? ;)

Comment and let me know!

xo Sarah

All pictures from Target and Shabby Apple

*This is not "sponsored" by Shabby Apple.  I just really love their website lately and think they have some adorable stuff.  They're also having 20% off all orders for a summer sale with the code "SUMMER20" and free shipping over $100, so it's a perfect time to order from them <3

DIY Bracelet & Clutch: Recycle Old Accessories

Hey everyone!

LONG time, no blog, I know!! It's so weird but I feel like I'm busier in the summer than during the school year, with work and summer classes right now.  But, nonetheless, I've been a DIY crazed fool lately!  This is a simple one, since I'm trying to get a bunch of posts typed up today I thought I'd start out with a super easy way to recycle your old bags!  Since I've been home from college for the summer, I did a huge closet clean out.  I donated a ton of things, but some I held onto simply because I think I can make them into something else!  

I started with a super old purse.  I found this bag in my closet, which I've probably had since I was in elementary school. 

First, to make the bracelet, it's super easy.  All I did was cut the strap off the purse and tie the ends.  Then I fit it around my wrist and tied it together around my wrist.

Next, I took the actual bag part of the purse and sewed a button on the front.  Since my bag is a straw-like material to begin with, it was simple to fold the top of the bag over and stick the button through it.  If yours is a different material, you may have to cut a button hole.

Now you're done!  You've recycled your old bag and made some stylish accessories for the summertime!

I hope you all enjoyed!

xo Sarah

Sunday Smiles: Happy Father's Day!

Hey everyone!

Happy Sunday to you all, and more importantly, happy Father's Day!  This post really has nothing to do with anything girly or beauty related--it's just a little reminder to tell your dad how much you love and appreciate him today.  My parents like to say that everyday is Mother's & Father's Day, which is so true in my family, but for those of you who aren't so close, make sure to let them know how much they mean to you.  

My family celebrated Father's Day yesterday, since my sister & I both had the day off yesterday but not today.  We went to a family lunch then went to see Rock of Ages, which was quite possibly the cheesiest yet best movie I've seen in a while :)  This post is unfortunately short, because I'm about to run out the door to work, but I wanted it to be a little happy reminder of all the great things your dad has done for you <3

What are your plans for Father's Day?

Comment and let me know!

xo Sarah

Picture from here

Bath and Body Works Haul: Semi-Annual Sale!

Hey everyone!!

It seriously feels like forever since I've been able to talk to all of you!  I know a week and a half is a LONG time to go without a post, and I've missed you guys!! As you know (if you've been reading my blogs) I'm pretty busy in the summer with work and summer courses at a local college.  But, I have the day off today and tomorrow so I'm going to be stocking up on blog posts for you all!  

Anyway, if you're as in LOVE with Bath & Body Works as I am, you probably know this week was their Semi-Annual Sale--they had huge sales on things!  I went the first day two hours after they opened and there were already things I wanted that were gone!  I didn't need much, since I did a Bath & Body Works Haul not too long ago, but I had to go and check out some of the deals!  I didn't come away with as much damage done as I thought I would, but here's what I did pick up!

As I'm sure most of you know, I'm addicted to the Bath and Body Works candles from Slatkin & Co, which were on sale (most scents but not all) for $10, of half off!  And if you read my May Favorites post, you know that I've been absolutely obsessed with the Lemon Mint Leaf candle.  Unfortunately, when I got there, they didn't have any of them left in the 3-wick size!  I was so sad, but instead I settled for a couple of the mini-sized candles in that scent for only $2 each.  I also picked up a Black Berry Grapefruit candle.  It was only $10 and I'm burning it right now as I type and it smells incredible.  I also grabbed a Coconut Lime Verbena scented candle because it smells so fresh and clean--it's a great bathroom scent!

Then, I picked up a Wild Citrus Sunflower shower gel for only $3, as well as a Nectarine Mint hand sanitizer for $3 as well.

Finally, I picked up two of their foaming hand soaps.  These are my favorite--I love to have a stock pile of them and switch out my scents every so often.  I picked up Kitchen Lemon and Fresh Picked Raspberries for $3 each, and they are both PERFECT for the summertime!

So, there it is!  Like I said, I didn't go crazy and buy a ton of things but I did pick up some fun goodies for myself since there was such incredible deals :)  

I'm off to clean my room then work on some more blogs so I don't end up going this long without a post again! 

 If you bought anything from this sale, make sure to leave it in the comments! 

xo Sarah