I’ve never understood why Midwestern people get married in June. Or hold galas in July. Or rooftop celebrations in August. It is hot. It is hot and it is humid. It is so hot and humid that I can barely write a sentence because this week’s weather left my brain a little melted. But with sunshine comes packed social calendars, and often the warm-weather … Keep reading…
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For the sake of surviving the heat– on a journalist’s paycheck– it’s time to turn my few articles of hot weather clothing into multi-functional garments. Turns out, my favorite floral midi can be worn almost anywhere. That saves a couple bucks, yeah? I learned a few weeks ago that this floral midi skirt pairs perfectly with a striped blouse (c’mon, you know … Keep reading…
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Floral is great in the spring. Winter white is always a staple. Gem hues resurface in the fall. Americana is summer-ready. While I refuse to fully abide by those rules– uhm, gem colors are always my favorites, especially when in a floral– they’re some of the the tried-and-true trends. Another popular option? Safari-themed attire when the temperatures skyrocket, year after year. And … Keep reading…
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When I got home from work today, Lance asked if I wanted to go to the dog park. The dog park, I thought. But it just snowed. We can’t go to the dog park in the winter. Oh yeah, it’s March. Today was a nice, warm(ish) day and the speck of spring is right on the horizon. Coats are being switched for jackets. Lance … Keep reading…
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