Gingham and Jorts!

There is nothing that screams "summer" to me more than gingham-- particularly red or pink gingham! It just reminds me of a picnic in the park :)  I scooped up this gingham shirt at the J.Crew Outlet a few weeks ago for about $29, during one of their frequent (and incredible!) 50% sales.  I wore this outfit to help my sweet friend Jackie find her wedding dress. It was perfect for lunch on a rooftop patio at Old Towne in Geneva (we had the best new salads and summertime sangria!) and the time we spent at Crystal Bride (that's where I got my wedding dress, too! With the help of Kayla, also! She is a genius. If you are a bride-to-be, let me get you in touch with her!).

Selfies in the Crystal Bride showroom! I stood on the same platform in front of the same mirror when I tried on my dresses. 

How adorable is she? Jackie looked absolutely radiant in every dress she tried on. But, she found HER DRESS! Downright gorgeous! 

Hair flip! Hahaha.

I layered my MFM Moon and Lola necklace in mirrored gold (compliments of my amazing big sis) with this beautiful pearl necklace. I actually received the pearl necklace a few years ago from one of the most amazing students and his parents (seriously, the most generous end-of-the-year gift I could ever imagine). It's from State Street Jewelers-- another must-go-to in Geneva. The necklace is dainty and delicate, but it layers perfectly with other necklaces.

Alex and Ani bangles: here. 

So in love with these Francesca's earrings! I couldn't bring myself to buy the gorgeous $65 J. Crew ones, but I found these at Francesca's in Lincoln Park when my bestie Court was visiting, and I am SO glad I purchased them!

Watch: Michael Kors. 

Jean shorts aka Jorts: old Gap, similar here, here and here. 

Toms madras peep-toe wedges: old, similar styles here- on sale! and here- also on sale!.

Lips: Stila in Fiery. So long-lasting! 

Glasses: Kate Spade.  

I didn't know what to do with my legs. Haha! It was senior pictures all over again.

Tried the "half-tuck" that J. Crew is known for, but I ended up just looking sloppy. Haha!  Hard to pull off, IMO. 

More gingham tops:

What gingham pieces do you own? 

xxoo

Mary