I’m kicking off with my Gift Guide for Her:

This look is my absolute dream look for hanging around in an old library, learning strange things that no one ever really needs to know.

The basics of this outfit are the Madewell Penfield Stokes Checked Shirt, H&M Cable Knit Sweater and H&M Skinny Jeans. Of course it had to feature H&M they are my favorite place to shop. I’d wear this Kate Spade Apple Of My Eye Mini Pendent, because Apples have a two fold symbolism come fall. Then I’d add in this red and white striped Vickers Bow from Kiel James Patrick. I, like Becky, adore these bows. The story behind them is they’re based off of men’s bow ties, and turned into bracelets for women. I have had these on my wishlist for ever and can’t wait to own one someday, hopefully very soon. Then for shoes I chose these Kate Spade x Keds in Frame Dot Pink. They’re bright and colorful, and I adore the mix of red and pink together. I know some people think they clash, but I’ve always adored it. I adore the just in from the cold flushed look, and Exhibit A from Nars will give you exactly that. I know red blush looks scary, but it’s all in how you apply it. Then of course I had to chose a red polish, and this one from Illamasqua is just gorgeous.

Another one of my favorite fall activities is apple picking, and with just a few changes this outfit is still pretty perfect for that.

I’d change into some Hunter boots, to prevent the possibility of ruining those adorable Kate Spade x Keds, toss on this adorable Boat Jacket by Superdry, and I’m all set for the outside. This Twelfth Street by Cynthia Vincent Shopper is perfect for carrying all the apples I pick, and this Loose Leaf Tumbler from Teavana is an absolute necessity for keeping warm in the cold

I recently watched some videos that Taylor Swift made in collaboration with Keds talking about her style and I remembered how much fun I had last fall with all my stripes and oxfords, so I decided that I wanted to wear exactly that.

I’m wearing a red and cream striped sweater from Francesca’s and  Black Shorts from H&M.

My shoes are Not Rated Oxfords that I ordered from Journey’s last year.

My Necklace is a beaded 3 strand necklace that I got from H&M ages ago. I once wore it as a bracelet here.

My makeup was Nars Sheer Glow in Siberia, Nars Deep Throat Blush, Nars Concealer in Vanilla, Bite VIB Rouge lip color, and YSL Babydoll Mascara

I wasn’t having the greatest Hair day so I left my bangs down and pulled it back into a ponytail with an Emi-Jay Hair Tie.

Howl loved being at the park, especially the part where he got to eat the grass.

Can I just say I’ve never been a big fan of Keds, until I realized they’d come out with all these cute collaborations. Now I really really want a pair from both the Taylor Swift collab and the Kate Spade Collab. So much that I’m seriously thinking about getting myself a pair instead of Toms from my birthday. Maybe? What do you think, Toms or Keds?

My Birthday is less than 2 months away, and it is seriously my favorite time of the year. Since it’s my favorite, I’m already planning what I want to do. We never really do anything to big for my birthday, it’s always dinner out with just the family and presents. I’m gonna be completely honest, presents are my favorite part. Since I’ve been sick all week, I’ve been laying on the couch making these on Polyvore. Most of them I haven’t published, but I liked these two enough to share.

I’ve already got my outfit picked out, and of course I don’t actually have any of this stuff. It’s inspired by Emma Stone, because she’s my latest style obsession.

It’s the absolute perfect casual easy going outfit. Classic, Chic and Comfortable, and it’s all things I should have in my wardrobe and don’t. Which since it’s all classic pieces it gives me the perfect excuse to buy them. First up is this Gap Boyfriend Oxford Shirt, I have been meaning to buy a white button down forever, but keep putting it off. Then are these jeans from H&M, these look absolutely perfect and comfortable. I think the best part is that they’re midrise and dark wash with no rips or tears in them. Then there’s Tom’s. I’ve never really been a big fan of how the shoes look, but they’ve started to grow on me, bonus they’re one of those buy and do good things. I actually plan on buying myself a pair for my birthday. Then the accessories for the outfit, I’m kinda in love with all of them.  There are these Ampersand Earrings from Kate Spade, this Monogram S necklace from Nadri, these amazing Drifter Sunnies from Madewell and my absolute favorite this Twelfth St. By Cynthia Vincent Shopper. I adore this bag. I’m not really one for handbags, but this one is gorgeous.

Continuing with the theme of My Birthday Is Coming Soon(ish), I’ve also put together a wishlist collage.

It’s not a very long list this year, but I adore each and everyone of these items on my list. You’ll notice that the accessories that were in my outfit post above are all on this wishlist. I’ll start with the Jewelry, There’s the Say Yes Ampersand Earrings from Kate Spade, the Monogram S necklace from Nadri and also this Monogram bracelet from Alex and Ani. I’d also really like a nice pair of Sunglasses and while I’d love a pair from Warby Parker, I think they’re a bit expensive for this year, so these Drifter Suglasses from Madewell in tortoiseshell  are a great alternative. Then I really love this iPhone Case from Lilly Pulitzer, and this brush set from Real Techniques. A Barnes and Noble Gift Card is always welcome. I am of course a shoe addict and since I’ve worn out my Floral H&M shoes, I was thinking it’s time to graduate to Keds. I really love these Kate Spade for Keds, but then again these Paw Print Taylor Swift for Keds have had a special place in my heart ever since we brought Howl home. We have a tie for my most wanted item this year, and that’s between a Keurig and the Twelfth St. Shopper by Cynthia Vincent. I adore both of them and would be absolutely ecstatic with either one.

Since I’m unable to do that, I’m instead imaging what I would wear if I were able to just up and go to France for a year. Today I’m sort of focusing on the touristy type outfits I’d wear. What I’d wear to explore the markets and spend time in the parks. Maybe learn to ride a bike. Actually I can ride a bike, so long as it has training wheels or 3 wheels, I have no balance.

So lets look at what I’d wear to be a tourist in France in the Summer

This outfit is definitely my Market Exploring outfit. I love that this outfit mixes both patterns and textures and even though it all comes from American retailers I still feel like this outfit is very Parisian. The Lace Blossom Tee from Madewell is the perfect starting point for this outfit. It’s plain white but it has texture because it’s lace. I’m completely in love with with these Demin Cutoff Shorts in Graphic Grid. I love Madewell Denim and the pattern of these is almost sort of a non pattern. It’s the kind of pattern you could easily mix with another pattern and it wouldn’t look gaudy or like you’re trying to hard to be trendy. This Embroidered Scarf from J.Crew is gorgeous and perfect for traveling in France because it’s light enough to layer in the warm weather and just adds the perfect finishing touch. Plus Scarves are very Parisian and you don’t want to stick out when you’re a tourist in another country. The Leather Ballet Flats from Gap are perfect for all the walking you’ll be doing and of course you’ll need the Picnic Floral Delacorte watch from Kate Spade so you’re not late for lunch. My favorite part of this outfit, the finishing touch on this outfit really is this Call To Action Play The Field bag from Kate Spade. It’s absolutely perfect for all the shopping you’ll be doing in the open air  The accessories of this outfit could easily work into several other outfits which is key when you’re packing for traveling.

This second outfit is perfect for riding bikes, visiting the Eiffel Tower, and exploring the parks.

Stripes are classically Parisian so this Striped Harbor Sweater from Madewell is a must, it’s loose and comfortable while still being insanely fashionable. I paired it with the 3″ Chino Shorts in Chrome Green from J.Crew. Add in some Keds for ease of peddling or walking. You could easily switch these out for Converse or Superga’s. Add in the Picnic Floral watch you wore with your last outfit, some Skinny Mini Bow Studs and this Neon Pink Turnlock Charm Leather Bracelet from Marc By Marc Jacobs and you’ve got the perfect accessories. Then since you’ll be out sightseeing all day I added in these Winston Sunglasses from Warby Parker which is an amazing company that donates a pair of glasses for every pair you buy. I’m just a bit obsessed right now and am saving all my pennies hopefully in order to buy myself a pair for my birthday this October.  I added in this fragrance from Caudalié. I adore Caudalié and being that they’re a french skincare company, this nice light fragrance would be perfect for your stay in France.

Just a bit of a side note here, you guys will be seeing a lot of Caudalié products here very soon in the form of a Haul. Probably early next week.