gussied up: awoke

Tuesday, August 5, 2014

awoke







dress: j.crew (old) similar here and here | cardigan: j.crew (old) similar here and here  sandals: marshall's (old) similar here and here | bag: tory burch  
necklaces: j.crew (old) similar here, nashelle, stella and dot, and dogearred | sunnies: ralph

you know those moments in life when you just look up at the sky and just let out a really good sigh? that's how last week was for me. life lately has felt like i've been holding my breath. but near the end of last week i  was able to let the heaviness of life go just for a little bit. i feel like our jobs make us feel like if we aren't stressed than we aren't working hard enough, and i think this has got to stop. sure there are moments where things blow up and you have to put your serious hat on for a minute. but, why does it all have to be so serious? sometimes life or just certain situations just suck. and that's totally okay. but we've got to then look around and really appreciate all the wonders we've been given. this sure is beautiful. now we've got to go out and live it.

xo,
cait

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21 comments :

Jessica said...

I agree with you :) And I love those two dainty gold necklaces.

26 and Not Counting

Lauren said...

Great post Cait. I totally agree with your sentiment that if you don't feel stressed you aren't working hard enough. Totally not true and totally not healthy! Loving this look. The yellow is so pretty on you, and I love how you paired it with the cardigan.

Lauren xo
Sophisticated In Style

Masshole Mommy said...

That is a nice, bright summer dress. Love that necklace with it, too!

Debi at Life Currents said...

Glad you were able to breathe. You look the happy part too!

Sam said...

I want you to make me wear adorable clothes like this!

Catherine| Fit Armadillo said...

Thanks for a great post in both your photos and words. I trying to clean out my closet and it's nice to have some inspiration for making every day a day to dress up.

TheClosetHippo said...

I ADORE this outfit! Love your blog, you have great fashion sense!

Barbie
theclosethippo.blogspot.com

Style My Way said...

I love this look and the sentiment! We need to take the time to take that big sigh! Life is way too short for stress!
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Ann B said...

I love the jewellery. The combination of the simple gold chains with the bold piece is lovely.

Liz Mays said...

I really love your jewelry with that sunny yellow dress. You look great!

Colette S said...

What a beautiful outfit. I love the colors and you are totally rocking this!

Ahh yes I know that feeling about life.
I am now holding my breath it seems...

Unknown said...

Love the look. The necklaces are a perfect compliment to the look. I agree. Let's have some fun and not always be so serious.

Emily Enchanted said...

Ooooh I love that necklace!

Jenny said...

Love the outfit, looks like its perfect for spring or summer!

mail4rosey said...

Everything looks lovely. I like the summer yellow, and I love the shoes!

Jhady said...

It looks nice and perfect for summer. Everything looks good on you even the jewelries.

Maddi'sMommy said...

Love this! You look gorgeous and the whole ensemble really works.

Katrina Kroeplin said...

i love the dress and necklace!

Housewife Eclectic said...

I love the yellow! So cheerful!

Jana Style Blog said...

I absolutely love this yellow dress on you! I totally understand what you mean about life feeling heavy sometimes. I have been feeling a little on the stressed side lately as well. Keep your head up girl!!!
Xo Jana
www.janastyleblog.com

Payal Bansal said...

Just loved the necklace... its beautiful!!

Yellow looks so good on you!!