crop top or bra?

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top (similar). shorts. kimono (similar). sneakers. perfume.

Happy hump day! Back when it was super duper hot here in Boston, I barely wanted to wear any clothes to be honest. I didn’t have any AC in my room (thank God I do now!) so all I did was lay around in my Star Wars bra/crop top (I still never know how to categorize it) and denim shorts, watch lots of Vanderpump Rules, and sweat.

Regardless of how good these clothes make me feel temperature-wise, I think this is a cute look in general when I added the kimono. I love wearing crop tops, but I hesitate to with these newer shorts because they have a lower waistline, but I feel like showing my whole belly is Star Wars-like, like I did when I went to a May the 4th party.

And to be honest, this kimono can make anything look amazing. I fell in love with it the moment I saw it and we’ve been together ever since. And while formatting this post I found out that it's no longer being sold by H&M, and I would be lying if I said I didn't shed a tear. But I linked an equally cute one that I actually really love. I'm definitely gonna take a stroll through their kimonos. I got this one in a size large because I wanted it to fit nice and loose, so definitely keep sizing in mind if you decide to get one for yourself (which you definitely should). 

My top knot is also thriving, as this was one of the only hairstyles I could bear! I love my long, thick hair, but in the heat it can be just too much. I miss wearing my hair down, but playing around with new styles is always fun. I’ve been meaning to measure the height of my bun, I’ll get back to you guys.

Do you think this is a crop top or a bra? Let me know in the comments!

maroon monday

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tank (no longer being sold by Urban Outfitters). bralette. shorts. sneakers. perfume.

Happy Monday! It’s a brand new week full of endless possibilities! I had an awesome weekend and just watched this awesome Ted Talk so I’m in a fantastic mood. I woke up this morning feeling tired and lazy and not wanting to talk to or look at anyone, but sometimes you just gotta push yourself and things will work out.

This is one of my favorite tops that I don’t wear as often anymore! I used to wear it alllll the time last year. I love the color especially, but the unique cut of it is so cool and different. You can’t really tell in these pictures, but the straps of the tank knot in the back so the back is basically fully open. I always wear my bralette with this top because it just looks so cool.

I also love this top because you can wear it any way. I wore this exact outfit to a party a couple weekends ago, but when I took this picture I was wearing it for a normal day. It’s perfect for the hot weather.

I’ve styled it so many different ways since I got it, but this particular time, I just went with my jean shorts and black Converse. Once again, I went makeupless because it was hotter than hell, and put my messy hair into a cute half-up-half-down thing. Don’t you love humidity?

How was your weekend?! Let me know in the comments!

everything is blue

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top (no longer being sold by American Apparel). shorts. bralette. sneakers. perfume. sunglasses.

Happy Friday! We made it to the weekend, look at us! I’m seeing my parents this weekend, so I’m super pumped. I love any chance I get to spend time with them.

Here’s a look similar to one I posted way back when I started my blog. I’ve always loved this crop top (it’s a hand-me-down from my cousin) because it’s basic, cute, and a little flirty. When I first wore this look, I wore high-waisted, lighter wash denim shorts. Not gonna lie, as much as I adore these new shorts from American Eagle, I really miss the higher waistline that I’m used to with other bottoms. I feel like the space between the end of the top and beginning of the bottoms is too much sometimes. Nevertheless, I’ll always love this shirt, no matter how I style it.

I wore my hair in braids to protect my soul from the heat, ditched the makeup again, and wore my white Converse. I also wore INDI by Katy Perry (again! what a surprise) and my adorable (but still too big!) heart-shaped sunglasses. I get so many compliments on them.

Are you doing anything fun this weekend? Let me know in the comments!

black, white, & blue

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tank. shorts. sneakers. sunglasses. perfume.

Happy 4th of July! I’m not too big of a fan of my country this year, but I am a fan of sparklers and fireworks. This is my first 4th of July in Boston, so I’m excited to see how Bostonians celebrate!

This is one of my favorite tanks that I’ve been sort of obsessed with lately. I don’t have to wear a bra with it, it’s relatively lightweight, and goes with everything! I wore it with my blue jeans to keep things simple and basic.

As a perceptive human being, I pay attention to everyone’s outfits as I go about my day. I’ve seen a lot of people wearing all black with white shoes lately, and I’m a fan. I was originally going to wear my black Converse, but I think my white ones definitely look better.

I left my hair down and went makeupless again, since it's just so hot! I think this is Mother Earth’s way of getting back at me for complaining so much when it was cold. I get it now, okay?! I even took a cold shower, which is insanely out of the ordinary for me.

Do you like the hot or cold more? Let me know in the comments!

it's july now???

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tank (no clue, I'm sorry!). bralette. shorts. sneakers. sunglasses (similar). perfume. 

Happy Sunday, my faves! The heat has me sweating ridiculous amounts. I’ve always been super self-conscious because I sweat a lot, and I’ve always thought that it’s gross! I have to remind myself that sweat is just your body’s way of cooling you off, which is pretty cool. Like, thanks body! Your body is so cool. It’s always looking out for you. I’m getting off track, but my point is that I have to remind myself that sweat isn’t something to be ashamed of, it’s a natural part of being a functional human being! How great is that?!

Here’s another one of my faves, my uncle’s tank top! He wore this one a lot, so I knew I had to hold onto it after he passed away. I wore it with my bralette and tried tucking it into my shorts, but it’s too long and got all bunchy and uncomfortable. I just left it out the Long Island way! Everyone knows you’re wearing pants, but it doesn’t really look like you’re wearing pants. But it’s chill, you’re comfortable and it’s lit. I finished off the look with my black Converse.

I love the summer, and I love summer style because I usually love wearing tight stuff, as you all know. But over the past year I’ve loved wearing more big, bulky stuff that tends to be heavier and not great in the heat! I need to go on another shopping spree.

Does anyone live in a place that’s hot year-round? Is it worth it?! Let me know in the comments!