Summer is officially in full swing around here, and to be honest, I have NO idea where it came from.  I seriously can’t believe we’re already in July, and although our summer may look a little different this year, I fully intend to embrace it all – the weather, the cookouts, the fashion – even if it is from my own backyard.

When it comes to summer style, I’m all about versatile pieces that can be worn a few different ways, and this palm printed caftan from Walmart is so good.  It’s perfect over a swimsuit (worn open or tied in front) and also easily elevates a simple shorts look (below).  It’s part of the latest collection from Scoop and also comes in a fun paisley print or this chic animal print.

And now I have to chat a little about this swimsuit because if you’ve been following along for a while, then you know the swimsuit struggle is always REAL around here.  I am quite busty, and while swimsuit companies are constantly striving to make their sizing more inclusive, I find that they usually miss the mark (completely) when it comes to bigger bust-lines.  I ordered this swimsuit from Walmart with zero expectations of it actually fitting, but I just had to try because I thought the bottoms were so cute.  In real life once the suit arrived, the bottoms ARE so cute, AND the top fit pretty perfectly.  (It’s adjustable in the back, so you can loosen or tighten as needed.)  The fabric is so nice, and I was extra thrilled when I found the matching striped straw tote.  (How could I resist, right?)

I seriously can’t get over the quality of every piece here and have been finding so many looks to love from Walmart season after season.  If you haven’t checked them out lately, what are you waiting for?

xoxo

White shorts, white tank, palm print caftan, straw backpack, sandals (similar here) – all from Walmart

Photos thanks to Katie Stuart

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It may be only April, but we’ve already had our first couple of swimsuit weather days around here, and I’m 100% on board.  I’ve got my sights firmly set on ALL of the spring, summer, and resort style pieces, and the number one item on my list every year?  Gimme all of the cute swimsuit coverups.  During the spring and summer months I tend to live in coverups, and during our Palm Springs weekends in particular, I’ll usually ditch the swimsuit and throw one on over slip to go from the pool to dinner or drinks.

So today I’m rounding up twenty-five favorites – from dresses to rompers, caftans and sarong styles – in a range of prices.  Click through below to find your new favorite.  Now excuse me while I go throw a few in a bag for the desert weekend ahead.  Happy almost Friday, everyone!

xoxo

Photos thanks to Katie Stuart

And just like that, the 4th of July is officially one week away.  Crazy, crazy, crazytown.  Now, I’m not complaining.  I love summer just as much as the next bike-riding, beach-going, easy summer dress-wearing gal, but the summer months also bring along the dreaded (for some) swimsuit season.

If you’ve been following along with this blog for a while, then you know I’ve done my fair share of whining about finding swimsuits for busty girls.  Bikini tops were never cut large enough, and one-piece suits for the most part were just no-support, not-happening, jokes in my book.  Well, gals, I’m happy to report that after years and years of trying ALL of the damn swimsuits, I’ve finally found some tried and true brands that won’t let you (or your girls) down.  And Magicsuit is one of those brands.

I first tried out Magicsuit when I brought one of their suits along on this amazing Mexico trip last year.  The swimsuit was super supportive with adjustable straps, had a low back that I loved, and was comfortable enough for all-day wear.  It quickly became a go-to one-piece suit for me, so this year when I saw the updated version, I was immediately sold.  I’m loving the ruching along the front seam, and the palm print is just too cute to pass up.

For me, it’s the perfect kind of suit for a beach day that leads right into lunch, dinner, drinks, or shopping near the beach.  Just throw on denim shorts, an easy kimono, and comfy slides to take your swimsuit right into tank top territory.  Another favorite of mine?  Check out this wide strap tank suit that will never leave those uncomfy red marks on your shoulders (also seen here).  And stay tuned for one more Magicsuit making its way to the blog soon.

Hope everyone is having a great week!

xoxo

Photos thanks to Rachael Dickens

Brought to you by Magicsuit, all opinions are my own.