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Casual Summer Afternoon

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Madewell Hat, Lovers + Friends Top, McGuire Jeans, J.Crew Tote and Sandals, RMS 'Demure' Lip Color, Essie 'Cute as a Button' Fingernail Polish, tenoverten 'Lucky Red' Toenail Polish

Madewell Hat, Lovers + Friends Top, McGuire Jeans, J.Crew Tote and Sandals, RMS 'Demure' Lip Color, Essie 'Cute as a Button' Fingernail Polish, tenoverten 'Lucky Red' Toenail Polish

There's something about the pace of summer that agrees with me. Even on the busiest of days, there's a relaxed vibe that hangs in the air that reminds me to take a few extra minutes outside. I ran out to grab sandwiches a few days ago at one of my favorite shops in an embroidered flowy top and white jeans and felt comfortable, despite the late afternoon heat.

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