Summer to Fall Dresses with my girls and Garbarini

Hi Guys!!

Wow, am I glad to (see) you!! I tried to get this post up last night and my site was down for about 15 hours so thanks for your help and understanding, especially since things have been a little slow the last week while I was enjoying time with my family in the mountains. Every time I sat down to write a post all I could think was: I need to be outside with Stanley breathing the fresh air, soaking in every minute with my people, and enjoying the mountains. And the 8 year old in me just could not sit still longer than 5 minutes to get a post out.  But HIIIIIII, I am back!! I missed you all and can't wait to share more about my trip later this week.

Before heading to Aspen I spent the day with two of my favorite blog friends - Lacey, who you all know by now, and Ali, one of the lovely Chicago ladies Lacey and I met on our trip to Mexico last spring.  I've said it before, and I'm sure I'll say it again (a million times) I am so thankful for all of the people that blogging has brought into my life.  First of all, all of you! And the wonderful friends that I wouldn't have met otherwise.

We partnered with Garbarini, one of the oldest, high end boutiques in Denver to share some dresses that are perfect for this awkward time of year... when it is too warm for fall clothes, but their is a hint of the season turning.

Location: Union Station/Cooper Lounge // Photography: Jenna Sparks

I'll be the first to say it, I was not "wow'ed" by my dress when I first saw it on the hanger.  You probably know by now, that I am drawn to bright colors and pretty patterns.  However, once I put this dress on I changed my tune... I love the feminine fit and flare and the ladylike lace trim and the fabric is perfect for these transition months.  My exact dress is available at Garbarini, but I also love this $37 option and this one too! 

Ali and Lacey are also wearing dresses from the same designer. I love the patterns, and flowy - lightweight fabric of both of their dresses.  They would be perfect layered with this $98 leather jacket as the days cool off, and great simply paired with a pair of fun earrings (I like these!, these and these) until then!

Get all of our looks at Garbarini (they ship worldwide!) or scroll the gallery below.  

This post is in collaboration with Garbarini. As always, all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make this blog possible!

Sunshine and Stripes

Happy Monday, Friends!

This past weekend was an absolute stunner here in Denver.  We had a pretty snowy season that went well through spring, so a sun-filled weekend was more than welcome.  Jonny, Charlie Brown and I spent most of our time outside Friday afternoon through Sunday.  I loved going into yoga last night and seeing all of the sun burns and interesting tan lines (including my own) from a fun filled weekend of planting flowers, long walks, and patio lounging.  I kept telling Jonny that I felt like we were on vacation.

I recently started a new job (that I am loving btw!) and find myself in Cherry Creek almost daily.  It has been a nice change because we tend to visit the same spots in Lohi since they are in walking distance.  (We may or may not have gone to Postino on 5 different occasions last week - oooops!).  Anyway, it has been fun to discover old and new favorites in the area.  Last week I worked from the patio of my favorite coffee shop with Charlie Brown at my feet then walked up  and joined Bethany at Grind - a new patio that we will be frequenting.

One spot in Cherry Creek that I have always loved going when I am in a pinch for any occasion is Garbarini.  I remember when my mom first took me shopping there with her when I was little - it always seemed like the most magical place with the nicest people with beautiful style and gorgeous dresses.  And it still is!  Last summer we had A LOT of weddings (and as you know - I sometimes wait to the last minute...) and I would rush in to Garbarini in a panic needing a dress for a wedding the next day.  The staff is so incredibly helpful and has always gone above and beyond to help me find the perfect piece for my event and I have always loved every (usually) dress (are you surprised?) that I have purchased there.

I just snagged my adorable Milly dress from their dress event that is going through the end of May.  I am so excited to wear this when we head to the beach for a wedding next month.  I love that it can be dressed up for a wedding or down for happy hour or date night.

I feel so relaxed after this wonderful weekend and am already looking forward to the long weekend ahead!  Hope you all enjoyed the sunshine where you are and have some fun plans for memorial day - would love to hear them!

This post is in collaboration with Garbarini. As always, all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting the brands that make this blog possible!