sunset shades.

While I was driving from Phoenix to Tucson last week (see Tuesday’s post), I was inspired by the rich colors lighting the sky.  There’s seriously no sunset like an Arizona sunset.  It’s a gorgeous mixture of deep purple, orange, pink, and gold — a combination I just had to integrate into today’s outfit.

Side note: my watch is utterly inaccurate — it’s been on EST since my trip to NYC last August and the date is way off.  Just an indication on how often I actually rely on my watch for the time.  Ha!  Happy weekend everyone!

Top: Banana Republic
Shorts: J.Crew
Belt: H&M
Bag: Rebecca Minkoff
Watch: Michael Kors
Bracelet: A Beautiful Heart (c/o)
Shoes: Sam Edelman
Nail Polish: Essie’s Cute as a Button

summer nails.

Just like clothing, I prefer to rotate nail polishes according to the seasons and summer calls for a few of my favorite hues.  Bright, bold shades of pink are a constant (I really like pink), but there a few new colors I want to try this summer.  Oranges, corals, and nudes are on the top of my list.  How about yours?


Essie Fear or Desire; OPI In My Back Pocket; Chanel Orange Fizz

Essie Mango Bango; OPI I Eat Mainely Lobster; Chanel Distraction

Essie Sand Tropaz; OPI Otherwise Engaged; Chanel Golden Sand

easy breezy.

Okay, so maybe it’s not breezy at all in Arizona, but this floral, flouncy outfit is reminiscent of friendlier weather.  Soft colors and light fabric making surviving the summer heat slightly more bearable and believe me, I’ll take what I can get!

Dress: Full Tilt
Necklace: A Beautiful Heart (c/o)
Bracelets: A Beautiful Heart (c/o)
Watch: Michael Kors
Bag: Tory Burch
Shoes: Stuart Weitzman