Who wears short-shorts? NOT ME.

Being modest is hard in the summer time. I often opt for skirts because I like a little breeze now and then. Then there are mom-shorts..... It's hard to pull off bermuda/walking shorts. The secret is to have a looser fit and to roll up the hems like you just don't care...but you really do and spend hours trying to achieve that perfect J.Crew roll. (I didn't.) (No...I did.)

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One Dress, Four Looks

I found this cute bohemianish dress a couple of days ago at Ross and had to get it. It was the last one...on sale...in my size. That's a sign, right? When I was trying to figure out my three outfits, these four came to my mind. I wanted to show you the outfit-picking process and my thinking behind it all....because my husband is tired of me talking to him like he's my girlfriend.

Look 1

This was the first outfit that popped into my head when I saw this dress. I don't want to carry around a hat all day while I'm out with my MIL and SIL so this outfit is out.

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How To Create A Minimalist Closet

Hi!

I love your blog! I love your simplicity, resourcefulness, and the way you steward your money so well!

I have a question. You know how your closet of clothes is rather small? I really want to learn how to be like that. I feel like I always buy things that are really cheap (b/c that's how my mom taught me to shop and it feels rewarding when I get a good deal), but sometimes I don't always wear all that I have or I end up not liking it and giving it away...

How do you keep your closet so minimal? And do you have any general shopping tips? Or specific ones for people like me who have a small budget and go a bit crazy with the sales and clutter?

Thanks! I'd really appreciate any of your input!

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How to make a multi-strand pearl necklace

Ever since I saw this necklace in the J.Crew catalog, I've coveted it. Here's an easier and cheaper alternative.

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How to look good in cargo shorts

I've been looking for some slim cargo shorts since I was born. I bought some men's cargo shorts when it was all the rage in the Idaho/Utah Mormon culture a few years back and let's face it...we're not fooling anyone, ladies - it's NOT flattering! So give the shorts back to your husbands.

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The rain in Spain falls mainly on Elaine.

My look today was inspired by this post from B*. I don't know Spanish so I just imagine their blog like a picture book oozing with class and femininity.

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Repeater v. Consumer

Normally, I don't like to post outfits that are already similar to something I've worn here. But after reading this post, it makes me wonder, why not? Why is it so bad to post repeat or similar outfits in the fashion blogging world? Why should we feel pressured to wear new [expensive] clothes all the time?

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Tie 'em in a Bow

I love these bow earrings I won from a giveaway sponsored by LemonJitters. They are so cute!! What I love most about them is that they're lightweight. I recently bought some vintage earrings at a garage sale and it's hard just to hold my head up. Okay, call me a wimp! Wait, no...please don't.

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Windows and Sunshine and....Windows

We got back to Sac-town at 3 this morning. These pictures were taken at one of our pit stops in the middle of nowhere because, again, I forgot to get an outfit pic during our apartment hunt. But, good news, friends! We found the perfect place for us!!! It's going to cost double what we paid for in Salt Lake with less benefits but it has WINDOWS...and SUNSHINE....and WINDOWS.

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Me in All My Tired Glory

We were in L.A. all day today looking for an apartment - so far, nothing yet. We were so busy today running around the city I forgot an outfit pic. This is me in all my tired glory.

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Pink Flowery Goodness

This is the necklace you can win here. I put it on for my pictures today so you can get an idea of its size. The ribbons are pretty long in the back so the winner can make it as short or long as she wants and not look like your chest exploded with pink flowery goodness like it does here.

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Pink Flower Necklace Giveaway (CLOSED)

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Too Hot to Trot?

It's finally in the 100s here in northern California, which is the norm but strangely it's been in the low 90s. Basically, I'm in hell. Just kidding. It's hotter here. Porch pictures commencing..

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Leopard print. Sequins. Paint strokes. Ribbon.

Chase's family is coming home tonight. Yay! His mom is going to wonder where all her ribbons went. Oops...

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I know the perfect skirt tutorial for you.

Spent the better part of my day making this skirt with the help of this tutorial by Tania. I absolutely love it. It's perfect for amateur sewers (like me). I already have an idea for my next one. Scalloped edges, anyone?

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Tulle

Please say hello to my newest sponsor, Tulle! What I love about this company is that their prices are always reasonable and their items are colorful and whimsical. But what's even better than that is Tulle's Day. Every first Tuesday of the month, Tulle has a major sale where you'll find tons of great items for less than $10!!! It starts tonight at midnight so indulge yourself with some after-hours shopping and don't feel guilty about it this time.

Here are a few things on my wishlist for Tulle's Day...

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Get your red, white, and blue on.

I've already worn this but with a different skirt here. But since it was our country's day of independence, I figured I could kind-of-sort-of repeat my outfit for the sake of the red, white, and blue. Did you wear our country's colors today? ...or is it too cheesy and patriotic?

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A Gigantic Parking Lot Garage Sale / Mall Outfit

Last month, Jen suggested I check out the Roseville Auction. (Thanks, Jen!) There was a farmer's market and tons of vendors for business and personal items. The latter was my favorite - it felt like a big garage sale in one gigantic parking lot....wait, it was.

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Just Add Lace

I received several compliments on my dress today. One was from a little girl. Then her younger sister shouted,  "I like her dress more!!" And I like YOU more.

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