Summer Heat

It's officially hot in Bozeman. I wish we lived on a lake. I'd be in the water everyday if that was the case. But I can't complain since there are lakes and rivers near by. And not to mention every other form of recreational possible. Yesterday, Joel and I went on a 12.41 mile hike with a 3,000 ft altitude change. Today, I'm taking it easy, relaxing and listening to music. Speaking of music....I'm always on the look out for new tunes. Any suggestions?! Right now I'm listening to Zac Brown Band, Grace Potter & the Nocturnals, ZZ Ward, and Citizen Cope. So what else should I be listening too? Enjoy the summer sun.

All photos by Corrie Bond.

Summer Travel

I'm pretty excited for our upcoming travel plans this summer. We'll be heading back to Portland for our good friend's wedding (I'll be wearing this dress). We're taking a 3-day weekend to soak in the city that we left behind and catch up with all our friends. And weddings are always a blast. The following weekend, we are heading back to Seattle to visit ALL of my family. Hectic weekend there. And lastly, we're heading to Maine to visit Joel's family over the forth. You better believe we'll be having a blast like last year. During our weekends back home, we will be enjoying all the beauty that Montana has to offer. Where are you traveling this summer?

// Portland // Seattle // Maine //

Short & Sweet - Friday Fancies

I'm pretty excited that it's Friday and summer is just around the corner. I decided to go with a casual vibe this week. I'm ready to rock some shorts and enjoy the sun. Check out more outfits on Long Distance Loving. Happy weekend lovelies.

// shirt // hat // sandals // necklace // bracelets // shorts // ring //

Water

I'm pretty excited about the warmer weather that's just around the corner. Now I need to find a new suit to welcome the beautiful sun. And I'll need some sunscreen too.

// Vogue China’s June //

ice cream

I just had the most delightful ice cream....homemade Lavender Mint. Delicious, I tell you. I'm so glad I decided to take a walk and stumbled upon Bumblekiss. Tasty and perfect for this warm summer day. The ice cream even had pieces of mint and lavender in it too. Yum.

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My Summer Must Have

It's official....one must own a bike. I once was the girl who said it wasn't an essential and I wouldn't use it that much. I have since changed my mind. My bike is fabulous. I can take leisurely rides through the house-lined streets of Portland with my boyfriend, I can ride to the too far to walk but too close to drive grocery store, or I can quickly ride a few blocks to get the latest DVD from a Redbox (shhh. my rental tonight is terrible but wonderful. red hood and a wolf...this is what happens when the boy is gone).

I need your help. Hopefully, you are a lovely reader that also owns a bike and picks up shameful DVD's at Redbox. I need a basket for my bike and need your opinions! Wicker basket, metal basket? On the front, on the back? What looks best versus what is the most practical? Ahh.

Isn't my little Peugeot Mixte the cutest?
yeah, it has both form and function. You can have it all.

(you should get Instragram for your iphone or Instaphoto for your BB)

here we go again

Welcome back to the work week! At least, it's a short one this week. phew. I am already planning ahead for a sunny weekend to wear an outfit similar to the one below. Long maxi, cropped top, gladiator sandals, crossbody bag, and a scarf or long necklace. Yes, please. There are a lot of tragic maxi dresses out there. But you can't go wrong with a solid, racer back type. Would you rock this outfit? How do you style your maxi dress? I know my sister wants to wear a fedora with her maxi. What about you...

sunny sunday by Lovely Happenings featuring long sleeve tops

Sheer top, 230 GBP
Sarah Pacini long sleeve top, 180 GBP
Forever21 open toe shoes, $19
Dooney bourke handbag, $298
All Saints scarve, $120
Stella & Dot • An invitation to style, $39
PSICOpapirofleXYa: Ray Ban Wayfer

Hola

I am so excited for this long upcoming weekend. All I want is the sun! My sexy boyfriend's birthday is this Monday too. Birthday day off from work. Perfect. What are your plans for the upcoming long, holiday weekend?

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(I am totally digging the maxi skirt by the way)

P.S. This is completely random but I have the strongest urge to play laser tag.

Yellow Brick Blog

The ever so adorable Lyndsy from Yellow Brick Blog has a wonderful Summer Essential Series going on through out the summer. I am the ever so lucky guess blogger for today! So go take a look right here at my summer essentials. Or browse around the rest of her darling little blog. You won't regret it!

Thanks Lyndsy!

Lawn

One of my favorite parts of summer are all the outdoor concerts! I am seeing John Mayer/Keith Urban and Dave Matthews Band all at the Gorge. And before them I am going to see the incredible Jamie Cullum! The best part...it's at the Oregon Zoo. Yippee. I am going to visit the elephants, tigers and monkeys before sitting down on the lawn with my wine rocking out to some great music. I can't wait. It is going to be spectacular!

Poncho

A wonderful cool summer day look. She always has excellent taste.

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crusing

The weather in Portland has been teasing us. It was sunny this weekend but raining today. Go figure. Those moments of sun made me long for a fantastic retro bicycle like this beauty to cruise the streets. Isn't it perfect?!

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Poolside

I am headed to the pool today! Maybe I will even get a tan....ugh, I mean freckles and probably a sunburn. haha. If only I was headed to this pool.
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More and more

So many dresses! I am been lusting over all the dresses at Mod Cloth. Here are some of my favorites that would work perfect for a wedding, a picnic, night on the town, boating, or whatever my little heart desire! Oh, I just love dresses. Which one is your favorite?

Yellow Brick Blog

The delightful and always adorable Lyndsy from Yellow Brick Blog is doing a summer essentials list. And I had the pleasure of sharing some of my summer picks. Go check out her blog. It is stickin' wonderful!

tickets and more tickets

I purchased my tickets for the Tuesday midnight showing of Transformers! Clearly, I am very excited about this. We watched the first one last night and I might have worn my Transformers glow-in-the-dark shirt to bed last night too. Go ahead, laugh. I hope it is as freaking amazing as the first.

Oh, and my wonderful family gave me two tickets to see Amos Lee at the zoo this summer! I can't wait for that concert! It is going to be an amazing summer.

Flowers on the feet

Yep, these are awesome! I could find a lot of uses for these shoes this summer!
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Take it back

500 Days of Summer.
I am so excited for it to come out!
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The Proposal

I can't wait. This looks wonderful. I adore Sandra and Ryan too!

Labor Day Weekend

I am so excited!!! I am going to two days of Dave Matthews this Labor Day weekend. I can't wait to see Dave at the Gorge again. I highly recommend seeing a concert at the Gorge. It is amazing! Start the countdown to the beginning of September! oh, but their new album comes on June 2nd!