A Much Needed Mini Getaway
Usually, I don’t have a problem staying home…
I love being home but I think that I speak for all of us when I say that I just couldn’t take it anymore. Roger & I started looking into places nearby that we could drive to, first we were thinking about going on a road trip out of state but decided to leave that for another time. We were so happy that we came across an island called Little Gasparilla which is just a 3 hour drive from where we live.
I’ve been wanting to stay at a beach house for some time now and most of the places that I came across were pretty far from Miami so we were both pleasantly surprised by this hidden gem.
Get you a man that will collect seashells for your dumb instagram pictures :) Here I was laying on the beach, like a washed up sea lion, with seashells on my leg waiting for him to bring me more cool ones in order to take the first picture you saw in this post.
I have never seen so many sea shells on a beach before. Every time the waves would retreat back into the ocean you’d hear such a beautiful sound. The sound of the shells gently clashing against each other, it was so therapeutic. I never knew I needed to hear a sound like that but I’m so glad that I did. We took a long walk and both sat down near the shore and just listened.. I can’t express how much more I’ve learned, or should I say, been forced to learn how to appreciate things like this.
There are no bridges to the island so in order to get there you either have to take your own boat or book a water taxi which can get a bit pricey if you’re planning on getting off the island throughout your stay. If you search Little Gasparilla Island on airbnb, almost all of the houses are on the beach (like the one that we stayed in) but even the inland houses are pretty cool. Most of them also have their own private boat docks and golf carts.
We had a great time but some suggestions would be to make sure you take bug repellent and long sleeves. Walking to the beach during or after sunset was nearly impossible because of the noseeums.. but they only really come out during the late afternoon. However, the mosquitos are out all day so if you’re planning on roaming around the island and aren’t near the beach during the day, take your repellent with you!
Taking a small trolly would also be helpful since you have to take all of your bags with you on the boat & since there is no garbage pick-up service on the island you also have to take your trash off of the island with you.
Overall, it’s a great place to visit & we can’t wait to be able to take our family & friends next time.
If you aren’t subscribed to my YouTube channel, be sure to do so if you’d like to see more of our trip in my next vlog. :)
Everlane Cheeky Bootcut Jean
Cheeky Bootcut Jean
One of my favorite brands, Everlane, has just launched their Cheeky Bootcut Jean! Bootcut denim is a style that I was missing in my collection so I was very excited to try them.
My jeans are my most-worn pieces in my closet. I've tried so many different styles from all price ranges and because of my body-type, I am incredibly picky when it comes to fit. I was a little skeptical on how these would look compared to what I already own and love. However, I was SO pleasantly surprised when I tried them on, they fit so nicely!
Usually, I gravitate towards a non-stretch denim because I really love my jeans to have a vintage look to them, despite the fact that I am a curvier woman & stretch would definitely fit better. More often than not, it is difficult to find vintage-looking jeans that fit my waist, my butt AND my thighs perfectly.... I knew these would have stretch to them so I was more concerned on how much I would like the overall look of them as opposed to the fit but to my surprise, they look just as good as they fit!
They have managed to maintain the look of vintage jeans, that I love, but they've added just the right amount of stretch in order to make them fit perfectly in all of the right places and on top of everything they are SO comfortable! Definitely the type of jean you can wear to a night that involves a lot of eating, I CANNOT say the same for most of my other vintage-looking jeans. The leg is slightly straighter than an original bootcut jean which makes it more wearable, in my opinion, but the fit is a bit more unique than a regular straight-leg jean.
Everlane released the Cheeky Bootcut Jean in three different colors; Washed Black, Sunbleached Blue, and Classic Blue Wash. I chose the washed black pair because, personally, I feel like they are the most versatile out of the three shades. I think black is very easy to style for pretty much any occasion because the darker jean transitions seamlessly from day to night... but to be honest with you, I think I might need them in every color!
Today, I've styled it three ways. For a casual day, a work day and a night out.
Thank you Everlane for sponsoring this post! #DamnGoodDenim #AD
LINKS TO EVERYTHING:
Cheeky Bootcut JeansSize 28 (fits TTS)
The Air Cami In white size S
Strappy Sandals Fit TTS
Vintage Fendi Bag From therealreal
Black Bodysuit Size M
ChaiseBlack Heels by Dear Frances TTS
Relaxed Poplin Shirt in white Size 4 (Runs Slightly oversized)
Day Market Tote (older version) (similar)
Black Day Glove Flats Fits TTS
The Soft Cotton Crewin Washed black Size S
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Friday Five
Vitruvi diffuser: I recently got this diffuser and I'm already in love with it. It feels and looks so beautiful/expensive and it just adds the perfect touch to any area I put it in. I love the way that the light looks as well, It isn't a tacky blue LED light, it's an elegant, soft white light that goes great with my decor. At night it brings such a cozy vibe to the bench. Once I get more use out of this diffuser I will post a full review but so far I'm so happy with it.
2. New artwork: After removing my mirror from my bench I needed a new piece of artwork for this area and I'm glad I stumbled upon this one on etsy. I framed it using framebridge.com and framing definitely helps make even the most affordable prints look very elegant and expensive. It is very true to my style and it is pretty simple but it definitely makes a statement. I think it adds the perfect touch to my bench since I have so much wall space here.I also decided to go with a pewter frame as opposed to a brass or black frame which is what I have around my house and I am SO glad I did. It's just the perfect happy medium and it goes with everything!3. EM cosmetic True Gloss: This time of year I prefer glosses as opposed to liquid lipsticks or anything that takes a lot of effort to put on your lips so I'm happy I discovered these glosses. Not only is the color pay-off great for a gloss but the formula is excellent! It also wears off beautifully throughout the day which is very important for me because it means that I don't constantly have to be applying it over and over again. This is seriously all I've been wearing since I got them.4. Living room lamp: After being on the hunt for a living room floor lamp for months I was finally able to get my hands on this little guy. Sure, it's not anything out of this world but I wanted something simple that didn't remove the attention from the rest of my living room while still completing the space and I think this lamp fits in perfectly. It also gives me a very Scandinavian vibe, which I love to throw into my decor here and there because of how clean and simple the Scandinavian style is.5. Hair Scarfs: If you saw my recent video on "Easy Summer Hairstyles Using Scarf" you would've seen me talk about how much I'm loving hair scarfs at the moment for days when you just don't know what to do to your hair. I think it makes even your worst hair days look better and I also really love tying them around my bags, I feel like it makes anything look so on-season & playful without being over the top or tacky. PRODUCTS MENTIONED: vitruvi diffusor // art work // EM cosmetics True gloss // floor lamp // hair scarf
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Polka dots
I've never been extremely into prints but there is something so vintage/retro about polka dots that I simply cannot resist lately. If worn properly I feel like you can still retain a classic feel without leaning towards the tacky side. This dress is most likely going to be worn like crazy this spring & summer, it is currently sold out at Zara but there are so many options out there ( I've linked a few below)Some of my favorite shoes to wear with dresses are these keds shoes, they are one of the most comfortable shoes that I own and I really love how they make dresses look so casual and effortless.
