altuzarra for target

 

sweater: atluzarra for target | pants: target | sandals: mass st. shop similar here | purse: windsor | ring: david yurman 

you know how i love a good target collaboration - and i was loving the pieces from the altuzarra for targetat collection! i talked the hubs into heading to target on sunday after brunch, just to see if they had this sweatshirt (and this skirt, but they were sold out). and i really love it! the sleeves and back have a good give to them that's really comfy. and i love the print of the orchids on the front of the sweatshirt. it gives such a casual piece a dressy feel (basically, my favorite thing ever). i love feeling comfortable in what i have on (everyone does, right!?), and that it looks nice too! plus i loved that i got to throw these pants back on! i grabbed these fab pumps on that shopping trip in lawrence with my sister and cousin mass st! they were a steal, the brand it delicious shoes (hilarious, right?), i tried to find them online, but wasn't able to find the exact pair, but found a super cute pair for you. did you notice the cool background? it's the new prairie fire museum, isn't it gorgeous! now just need to make plans to check it out. have you been yet? sounds fun!

xo,

cait

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date night at park place

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it's no lie that the hubs and i love to get out of the house and go out for a fun date night. we've built up a fun life here and it's pretty easy since there's so much fun stuff to do. one of our favorite places to go is park place in leawood. i'm pretty sure it was one of the first places we went on a date as newly weds when i first moved to kc. pretty sweet right!? well park place asked me to talk about our favorite date night spots, and i've collected them below. i've got some great places we go all the time, and a few new places we need to try! let me know what you think! do you like to go to any of these places with your babe?

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| dine | you’ve heard of love on a rooftop, right?  so head upstairs at mestizo by aaron sanchez and listen to live music every friday or saturday night. and pull up a chair to the burning “ring of fire” to warm up your night in style. looking for a low-key, but romantic dining option?  the brick patio at pig & finch is another lovely place to spend a fall evening.  split a flatbread and bottle of wine to kick off the night.

| food | you know what they say about oysters and romance. at 801 fish, you and your date can consume the bivalves to your hearts’ content for just $1 during happy hour every sunday – friday.

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| staycation|  getaway for a night or two at aloft leawood-overland park.  book the “romance getaway” or “sip and stay” package.

| sweet |  follow dinner with a scoop of gelato from paciugo gelato & cafe, and then enjoy it in the lounge chairs in barkley square.

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| paints | grab a paintbrush and bring your own bottle of wine for an evening at pinot’s palette! create your own masterpiece with the help of their instructors.

| shop | for a free experience that feels like an exotic destination, take in the colorful fish with a tour at picasso exotic aquatics.

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| pamper | try a couples’ facial or a pedicure for a relaxing date experience at michael shae salon & day spa.  it’s an ideal daytime outing with your love.

 | sweat | if exercise is more your thing, try a class for men and women at orange theory fitness, which offers high-intense cardio intervals that will boost your heart rate.

i sure do love getting to spend time with my sweetheart, and love that park place is so close to us. i always love everything we do there! 

what's your favorite spot at park place?

xo,

cait

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hats with shopbop

i'm sure you've started to notice more hats in your instagram and pinterest feeds, and if not have no fear! i'm loving all the hats i've scene so i thought i would put together a little list of my favorite ones from shopbop. 

1. the knit hat
this is a practical piece that you can throw on when it's super chilly outside. it covers your ears and keeps your head warm too! it's definitely a more casual style, so i would stick with a pair of boyfriend jeans a sweater with this hat:)

2. the ball cap
i adore one i picked up in kc and definitely wear when my hair isn't looking so fresh, you know what i mean. i like this styled with a little more of a put together look, a varsity jacket with a crew neck tee and dark wash skinnies is just right.

3. the wide brimmed hat
this one i have taken a fancy too for sure. there's just something about it. the proportions are very interesting. i've adored my fedoras forever and just haven't ventured into the wide brimmed area yet. but with all the adorable styles and colors you can find the one perfect for you. 

are you digging the hat trend right now? let me know which ones your fav!
oh yeah, if you haven't downloaded the shopbop app, you should. you'll save $25 on your order over $100 and today is the last day! i used it and it's super easy! 

xo,
cait

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glamping

button shirt: gap (thrifted) similar here and here | tee: vintage similar here | leggings: bcbgeneration (old) similar here and here | shoes: dsw | sunnies: ralph | necklaces: nashelle, stella and dot

so for labor day i got the chance to go to minnesota and hang out with my husband, in-laws, friends, and their families! so fun right! we drove up to minneapolis on friday and stayed the night after spend a good part of the night hanging out with the hubs and my friend's family. the next morning we (the hubs and the in-laws) headed to duluth to hike up gooseberry falls. they were absolutely gorgeous and loved getting to experience them with my love and his parents. it was pretty cool up there so i wanted to pack some light layers for our hike. i layered on my favorite vintage sleeveless sweatshirt over a army green gap button down, i may have bought for my husband, but kept for myself. haha. i picked up these new balance shoes from dsw just for the trip. sorry to report, but this girl just didn't really have the right shoes for a hike (my dad would do a hard eye roll here). i mean don't get me wrong i have my gym shoes, and shoes i wear into the gym, and converse all stars. but i knew that i needed a new pair for comfort and longevity for our labor day weekends' plans. and i'm obsessed with them. super comfortable - i try and wear them whenever i can now. what do you think about my look? would you wear this on a hike? i'd love to know:)

xo,

cait

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sunflower daze

top: j.crew | jeans: madewell | booties: madewell | belt: j.crew (old) similar here | necklaces: nashelle, stella and dot, and dogeared | bracelets: stella and dot, j.crew 

okay, so how amazing are these sunflowers!? they literally are the prettiest things i've ever scene. after i read about the farm here, i couldn't wait to take my sister jenny (on my left) and cousin kelly (blonde) to see them for ourselves. when i saw pictures of grinter farm i just knew we had to go and experience the sunflowers and all their beauty. when we were driving up to the field, we were blown away  by how bright and abundant the sunflowers were and vastness of the whole farm too, it was breath taking. i threw on a comfortable outfit ready for our exploration - my favorite gingham shirt, boyfriend jeans, and booties. after we frolicked in the fields (okay maybe we just tried not to get stung by a few bees) we headed to lawrence to shop on mass st. where we popped into every shop we could and found some amazing shoes and i can't wait to show you! we had lunch at the cutest diner and then headed back to kc so we could shop some more on the plaza. we had dinner at brio (duh) and then headed back to the casa to watch a movie. i loved having them in town and getting to show them kc. i can't wait for these adorable little babes to come visit again!

ps have you been out to grinter farm? it is now a definite fall must from here on out! 

xo,

cait

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nyfw with shopbop

as you've rightfully assumed i have been stalking #nyfw for all the latest behind the scenes pics of all the shows, street style looks, and parties. so i thought i'd pair up with my trusty shopbop to put together some fabulous looks that are inspired by new york fashion week - with pieces you can buy right now. fun right!? 

well i've been extremely inspired by the crop top and midi skirt outfit, for sure. i've been playing with the crop top look and trying to figure out if there was a way i would wear it - what would it be. and for me, it would have to be loose and long (ya know, for a crop top). i'm not trying to show anything unflattering over here. geez. but i do love a good trend and making it your own is super fun. so i love the look of pairing a gorgeous crop top with a super feminine midi skirt. the lengths definitely play nicely together, don't ya think? ones a little short, the other a little long. see what i mean? it's a great trend to try on for a night out with the ladies or a gorgeous date night with your babe.

crop tops: 
nicholas striped | piamita "elisa" | rag & bone "isla" 

bag:
halston heritage haircalf wallet 

bracelets:
rebecca minkoff id cuff | gorjana desti cuff

skirts:
alc "bell" | nicholas ponte flare | nicholas striped ball gown 

pumps:
joie "bonnie"

oh yeah, i almost forgot, have you checked out the shopbop app? i know, another way to shop. it's super user friendly and easy to use. i like the filters to help me narrow in on the things i'm looking for. have you used it yet? well, give it a try and let me know what you think.

xo,
cait

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inspired chambray

 

 

shirt: j.crew | skirt: j.crew (old) similar here | sandals: j.crew | purse: shopbop | watch: altar'd state | bracelet: j.crew | earrings: kate spade | necklaces: nashelle, stella and dot, dogeared 

there's lots a brewin' over here and in my mind. i feel so excited about what the future holds and am so focused on what i want, and how to make it all happen. it's a bit messy at times and overwhelming for sure, but i have to say i'm excited. i feel like i'm holding my breath and moving a mile a minute all at the  same time. have you ever started your own business? i'm workin' on it and am pretty excited about it and all of the pieces to put this puzzle together. can you give this wanderer some points, and love? i'd love to hear what you all think!

ps - this outfit is a must for everyone, yes i mean everyone. i literally can't believe i haven't put it on here yet. i wear this outfit alllll of theee time. seriously. i'm obsessed. it's probably this chambray that i love the most (yes, denim shirt) and if you don't own one - i would definitely recommend it. it's a nice fit that looks nice tucked into a high waisted shirt and loose over a nice pair of chinos for fall too. it's been at j.crew for hmmm over three years now, so i'd say it's safe to invest in for sure. an this mini skirt from j.crew was a fun sale find that i wasn't expecting to love, but it's a great length. just long enough to have a good amount of coverage and short enough to feel sassy too. oh and the gold sandals, i splurge for sure. buttttttt, i got them on sale from netaporter (right!?) for a friend's wedding and absolutely adore them. they are easiest thing to throw and that make me feel fancy. 

two fun topics today. love getting to share with you guys what's going on behind the scenes. so what do you think? 

xo,

cait

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