Pool Day

As the weather finally starts to warm up I can't help but dream about spending a whole day lounging pool side. Summer is the perfect opportunity to unwind by the pool with a little happy hour and good friends. I can hardly wait for pool season to official begin.

Could anything be better than afternoon spent in an inner tube?

Please transport me here. I could spend weeks at this pool.

A little happy hour inspiration curtsey of Martha Stewart. Cheers to long days spent poolside!!

The Recipe:


Ingredients

• 3/4 cup pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup gin
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons creme de cassis
• 2 pineapple wedges (for garnish)

Directions

1. In a pitcher, mix together pineapple juice, gin, and lemon juice. Divide between 2 tall (Collins) glasses. Pour 1 teaspoon creme de cassis in the center of each glass; do not stir. Carefully fill glasses with ice cubes, and garnish each with a pineapple wedge.

Let the Races Begin!

It's Derby day and that means big hats, preppy style, mint juleps and the best two minutes of sports! What could be more fun than throwing your own derby party? Allow all your guests to rock the big hats we all drool over and bet on their favorite horse. I love the iconic style we see every year at the derby from the spring dresses to the bow ties.

Mothers Day Love

Mothers Day is fast approaching and in case you need a few ideas here a few of my favorite gift ideas this year. Spoil your mom this Sunday and let her know how much you love her!! 

 Find this adorable pouch here

 Flowers are always a great option to add some cheer and what mom doesn't love them!

I personally do not think you can give a better gift than a thoughtful card. Let your mom know all the reasons you love her with an adorable card like this one .

I adore this bracelet from Kate Spade. I think every daughter should have one to always remember the lessons our mothers have taught us. Get yours here

Perfectly Inspired Desks

I have recently learned that I will once again become a full time student. With this new knowledge I have started to look for the perfect inspiration to create the ideal space to do all the studying I know is coming my way! I love the personal touches added to the spaces below. A desk should inspire the work that must be done. My perfect desk would have the essential preppy touches and a place to put all of the necessary tools needed to study hard!

 I am sure you all know how much I love this monogramed chair! How perfect for a preppy desk!

The key to a well organized desk...a place to put absolutely everything! What must your desk have to inspire you through the long nights?

Wonderfully Organized

There is almost nothing I love more than a well organized space! I am a serial to-do list maker and have fallen love with the Russell and Hazel store for all things organized. I use the small planner to manage my entire life and I really don't think I could live without it!

Go get yourself organized and make sure to do a little shopping at Russel and Hazel! 

The Season of Wellies

As the snow melts away and the spring showers begin there is no better time to throw on your Wellies and get outside. Wellies have been a classic for years and are perfect for the mud. I love them in the classic hunter green but also like the bright colors to add a pop of color to any outfit. They are the perfect preppy rain gear and I am in love with the season of Wellies!

Get out in the fresh spring weather and kick up your heals in your Wellies!

Cases To Die For

I had to share with you my new must have! I just received my monogramed iPhone case and LOVE it! In a family that has several iPhones telling them apart is now much easier. I love that you can add a personal touch to this case and pick any combination of colors. Here are a couple of examples but I would suggest getting over to the site to make your own creation. I love anything with a monogram and adore my new iPhone case!

I went with the pool and grey color combo! Go Here to make your own.