After a year of quarantine (#allthesnacks) it’s safe to say I didn’t think I’d be very excited about swimsuit season. But there’s nothing like a fresh assortment of cute cuts and colorful patterns to make me forget insecurities and embrace the sunshine!

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Year after year, I find my favorite swim pieces at J.Crew. (And this isn’t sponsored, by the way!) I just always appreciate the variety of cute, classic, and fun pieces, and in a world where I’m seeing more and more $300+ swimwear, the price points make me happy too. (Not to mention, there is almost always a sale of some sort going on!)

To make it even better, J.Crew offers swim in sizes 00-24, as well as long torso options. Love that!

My first swim purchase of the season was this simple pink bandeau top (padded) and high-rise bottoms (great coverage). The material is so soft and the style is very timeless. It’s a great go-to, comfortable piece for all of your spring and summer adventures. (P.S. Sizing feels true to size – I always wear an XS in tops and a S in bottoms.)

But this isn’t the only swimsuit I’m loving from J.Crew. There are currently so many fabulous pieces available, and I’ve rounded up my favorites below!

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favorite j.crew swim

 

 

Currently, J.Crew is offering up to 40% off a huge selection of new arrivals with the code GOSPRING. A great time to stock up for summer before things start selling out!

Love from the Sunshine State,

Kate

Is there anything better than J.Crew new arrivals? No. No there isn’t. I live for that little email notification alerting me to a new drop, and the new spring arrivals to land today are everything my classic, timeless-style lovin’ self dreams of!

I’m nothing short of honored that one of my favorite brands of all-time would think of me to help show off these fun new finds, and have an ensemble to share with you today that I think you’re going to love.

J.Crew is one of my favorite destinations for adding timeless, versatile pieces into my closet. You know, the ones you reach for time and time again and never grow tired of? Today, I’m excited to share a few new arrivals from J.Crew that do just that. You’ll quickly find they can be worn and styled either together, or in a myriad of different ways whenever you’re wanting to achieve a timeless spring look!

Psst: use code GOSPRING for:

40% off your purchase of $250+

35% off your purchase of $200+

25% off your purchase of $100+

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TOP white ruffled tank (fits true to size, available in more colors) | JEANS white cropped flare jeans (fit true to size) | SUNGLASSES tortoiseshell sunglasses | SHOES white sneakers with navy gingham detail | BRACELETS gold bracelet stack | EARRINGS simple pearl studs | TOTE medium montauk tote | SWEATER classic white cardigan (suggest sizing up one or two sizes for a relaxed look)

This casual, all-white ensemble is one I plan on going back to time and time again these coming months. This tank is amazing (read more about it below) and this pair of jeans is already an instant favorite. Think of them as your spring and summer staples… there are so many looks you can create around them!

Now, for a bit more on my favorite timeless styles:

 

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To explore all of the fun new J.Crew arrivals, click here. I have a feeling you’re going to love them! You’ll also find my favorites below:

What do I have added to my cart? This top and skirt combination (how gorgeous?!), these raffia earrings, and this ruffled swimsuit. In love!

Love from the Sunshine State,

Kate

Thank you, J.Crew, for sponsoring this post.

Happy Monday, friends! I got a fun package in, and wanted to share it with y’all. It’s been a while since I made an order from Zara (thanks to the incredibly confusing website) but I managed to find some gorgeous pieces!

Since the site can be such a pain to shop, I hope this helps you with some fun spring shopping. You’ll find links and fit details below!

 

zara try on haul

 

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Keep your eyes peeled for a new reel featuring these pieces on my Instagram shortly!

While Florida this time of year is amazing (so many flowers in bloom, sunny breezy weather, the list goes on!) nothing really beats a few days at the beach, no matter the season!

My family and I have had a lovely, slow week by the sea. I genuinely can’t remember the last time I actually wore a swimsuit, and it was so nice to have a little taste of summer!

I had the best luck at Aerie finding affordable and super sweet swimsuits that, best of all, have full-coverage bottoms, and have been wearing them all week. I thought it would be fun to share them with y’all!

SIZING: I found all of Aerie’s sizing to be very consistent. I wear an XS in one pieces, an XS in swimsuit tops and a S in bottoms. Everything fits true to size for me!

 

4 adorable + affordable swimsuits i’m

loving

 

TOP white scalloped swimsuit top // BOTTOMS white high waisted scalloped swimsuit bottoms // COVERUP striped button down coverup shirt // BAG woven tote bag // SANDALS Ancient Greek sandals

TOP blue seersucker bikini top // BOTTOMS blue seersucker bikini bottoms // COVERUP white eyelet skirt // BAG navy canvas tote // SANDALS Ancient Greek sandals

ONE PIECE neon pink one piece (comes in tons of colors) // SHORTS white denim shorts (true to size) // BAG woven tote bag // SANDALS Ancient Greek sandals

TOP black scalloped swimsuit top // BOTTOMS black high waisted scalloped swimsuit bottoms // COVERUP gauze button down shirt (sized up from 0 to a 4 for an oversized fit) // HAT artesano ibiza wide brim hat // SANDALS Ancient Greek sandalshttps://rstyle.me/cz-n/e5626fyq3w

I’ve loved slowing down this week, but can’t wait to be back full-steam ahead with another fun giveaway and a few fun posts coming your way!

Love from the Sunshine State,

Kate

If there’s one thing you don’t often see me in, it’s shorts. To be frank, I hate them. For whatever reason, I’ve always felt that shorts have never fit to never be quite right on me! That is until these Abercrombie curve love mid rise mom shorts, y’all.

One thing I quickly realized upon moving to Florida in the middle of summer, however, is that I was going to have to get on the jean shorts train fast. When it’s above 90 degrees and humid as all get out, pants simply will not work. You’ve gotta figure something else out!

So for the past two years, I’ve been on a serious hunt for the perfect pair of jean shorts. What does that consist of? A reasonable price point, a simple cut, and, most importantly, a loose-leg fit. I’ve had some luck knocking off one or two things on that list, but haven’t had a slam dunk until now!

Friends… meet my new favorite pair of jean shorts: the curve love mid rise mom shorts!

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SHORTS curve love mid-rise mom short (wearing usual jean size, 25 in “dark wash”) | SHIRT white blouse | BOOTS pink cowboy boots (old color, brand linked)

I stumbled across these a few weeks ago and was instantly intrigued by the name. The idea of “mom shorts” seemed promising, especially after feeling like nearly every pair of shorts I was trying on was so tight around the thigh.

Upon further inspection, I found that this style “features an additional 2 inches through the hip and thigh from our classic fit.” Since I’m always struggling with shorts that fit too tightly, this was exactly what I was looking for!

I ordered one pair in the “ripped medium wash” to try them out, and after receiving them I immediately added the dark wash and the white pair to my cart. Y’all.. they’re just so good!

 

Now, for a few details on the fit and sizing. I ordered my usual size and a size up, and ended up preferring my normal jean size. Sizing up made them a bit too baggy in the rear. I will say, these are still pretty short. If it were up to me, I’d have another inch or so in length, but that’s the only thing I’d tweak!

On that note, I think that individual pairs vary slightly in terms of just how short they are. If you look at the product photo online, some rips and tears affect how short they are. For instance, the darker pair I’m wearing in this post fits a bit longer than the light-wash pair because of the distressing. Just something to keep in mind!

If you’re blessed with slender, sky-high legs, these are probably going to be way too baggy on you. But if you’ve got a little somethin’ somethin’ going on in the back/thigh area (like your girl does!) I think you’ll love them. I know I do, and can’t wait to wear them non-stop these next few months!

Love from the Sunshine State,

Kate