I’ve felt super behind this week on blog and personal stuff, but boy have I been productive at my day job! I’ve realized recently that I kind of struggle with hybrid work. I love the flexibility, of course, but I have a hard time setting boundaries for when I should and should not be working. I don’t like to leave things unfinished at the end of the day, so I tend to keep working into the evening… which is time I should be spending on my blog and other hobbies. I guess I’ve just been thinking a lot this week about my 20s, what I want to get out of them, how I’m spending my time, and how to make sure I’m living the life I want for myself. I have absolutely no answers, but if you’re also a 20-something wondering what the heck you’re doing with your life, I’m right there with ya’.

Monday, July 8

I had an uneventful work-from-home day and threw this casual outfit together. I re-discovered these shorts in a giveaway pile while I was in Boise last week, but since the cargo look is kind of back in style I thought I might give them another shot. I figured this outfit would look cute with some pops of colors, so I tried layering a few necklaces (including a pretty turquoise one) and threw on the only colorful sandals I own. Unfortunately, all my necklaces are about the same length, making it difficult to layer, and the straps on my sandals broke. I think this outfit was heading in the right direction for a trendy summer look, it just fell a little flat.

White Tee: Old Navy, $8 ($4.00 per wear) | Cargo Shorts: JCPenney, $16 ($0.47 per wear), last worn here | Sandals: Resort gift shop, $20 ($0.80 per wear), last worn here

Tuesday, July 9

I’ve styled this red/orange jumpsuit a handful of times on the blog and social media, but I’ve never actually worn it out! I always reach for it and then for one reason or another decide not to wear it… I finally changed that today. Without a tank, this jumpsuit is too low-cut for work, but I figured it would be okay for the office with a little cami and a denim jacket over top. Well, once I got to work I found out the AC was broken (during a heat advisory week, no less) so I had to scrap the jacket. I wasn’t sure about the look without a belt but my coworker said she absolutely loved my outfit!

Jumpsuit: Thrifted, $13 ($13 per wear), last worn here | Sandals: DSW, $45 ($0.68 per wear), last worn here

Wednesday, July 10

Normally my boyfriend, some friends, and I go to trivia on Wednesday nights, but I grabbed drinks with my old professor on Tuesday and was in the mood to just stay home this evening (to be productive—but I did not end up being productive). The AC at work was still broken but I had to go in today, so I opted for this loose flowy dress from Dress Barn to stay cool. I realized in the morning that I should have washed my hair the night before, so I found an old headband to throw on in an attempt to hide its dirtiness. I’m only realizing now looking at this photo that the headband and sandals clash.

Khaki Dress: Dress Barn, $24 ($3.43 per wear), last worn here | Sandals: Hand-me-down

Thursday, July 11

I’ve been working against some tight deadlines this week, and with the AC still being out at the office, I figured it made sense to stay home today so I could get straight to work after waking up. This is one of my go-to summer lounge outfits, and I just threw a button down over top during my Zoom meetings.

Black Crop Top: American Eagle, $8 ($0.47 per wear), last worn here | Shorts: Francesca’s, $15 ($2.50 per wear), last worn here | Sandals: Hand-me-down

Friday, July 12

It was a super hectic work day finishing up our deliverable, so it felt amazing when 4:30 rolled around and I hit the submit button. My boyfriend and I celebrated the long work week with a date night at a new-to-us restaurant, Vinca (I got the scallops and risotto—incredible).

I had been dreaming of wearing this Clara Sunwoo top all day, another piece in my closet that I’ve styled for the blog before but never actually worn out. Turns out, I don’t have a ton of bottoms that go with it, especially when it’s so hot out. I thought it would look cute with a flowy white skirt (which I don’t have) so the next best thing I found was this denim skirt. I’m still not sure I love the pairing—the top and skirt feel like very different vibes—but I decided to wear it anyway. Whenever I’m unsure about an outfit, I’ve found that wearing it a full day/night generally helps me decide if I like it. For today’s look? Probably won’t be seeing it again…

Halter Top: Clara Sunwoo, gifted by brand, $98 ($98 per wear), last worn here | Denim Skirt: American Eagle, $24 ($2.18 per wear), last worn here | Black Sandals: Macy’s, $28 ($0.70 per wear), last worn here

Saturday, July 13

I had a slow morning before spending the afternoon on the golf course! I only started keeping score a few rounds ago, but today I improved by 18 strokes, which was really exciting. I wore this super cute red athletic dress that I bought on Amazon (but I think it’s the exact same as that viral Halara dress).

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Sunday, July 14

I had a pretty lazy Sunday and spent the afternoon lounging by the pool, so no outfit pic!

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Which of this week’s looks is your favorite?

 

Miles of smiles,

Grace