What I Wore to Work – May 2025

This May 2025 was a pretty chilly and rainy one so much to the point that I feel like it’ll be Fall next week and not another whole Summer season ahead of us – LOLLLL! May has definitely been a rainy one but also a fun one to dress for, as it’s the transition from Spring fashion to Summer fashion. I’ve also done *quite a bit* of some thrifting this past month, which made it a fun workwear month. One of the best aspects of Spring -> Summer workwear is getting to incorporate my favorite fashion brand Lilly Pulitzer into the mix, which I share more about in-depth here. Nevertheless, I am excited to share what I wore to work with y’all!

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& here’s to Summer 2025!!

XOXO – Katie <3

What I Wore Out Of Office – April 2025

From family and friend outings to Easter and lounging around and a trip in between, April 2025 was a fun one for the books! I enjoyed ALL of the fun outings as my social calendar and the weather outside was essentially defrosting – LOLLLL! I LOVE Spring fashion and the change of seasons just like many of y’all do, too. This April 2025, as mentioned in my work outfits post, I am beginning to link my outfits to my LTK profile where each piece in each outfit is linked for YOU to shop. Thank YOU for that wonderful feedback!!

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XOXO – Katie <3

What I Wore To Work – April 2025

Nevertheless, April 2025 has been a good whirlwind of a work month! This past month, I have been working on refining my 2025 professionals goals (specifically for Q2-Q4) and feel very excited about where I am going. At the same time, I also have been striving to go into the office more on some of the more social days that my primarily remote working environment has within the office. I went into the office for the first time in 2025 and since May 2024 to work there and it was a lovely time. I am looking forward to more office days and striving to accomplish my Q2-Q4 2025 goals!

Moving forward when it comes to what I wore posts here on the blog, I will be linking each of my outfits to my Shop LTK platform where you can see where each piece has been purchased from. This change has been implemented based off of YOUR feedback for wanting to shop what I wear on a daily basis!

This month, I also wrote about incorporating Lilly Pulitzer into my workwear (here). Yes, it IS possible to wear Lilly Pulitzer at the office when styled accordingly. In fact, my go-to going to the office tote is a Lilly Pulitzer canvas tote (I think?) now retired Lilly Loves DC print! While I didn’t wear a ton of Lilly Pulitzer this past month, I do adore incorporating my favorite fashion brand into my work looks.

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XOXO – Katie <3

Currently Eyeing: 12 Preppy Summer Workout Dresses

The other week, my friend Haley and I were enjoying a lovely stroll at a local park. I ended up styling my favorite preppy summer workout dress for our walk (see some local Fairfax County, Virginia parks to take a stroll at here). Haley immediately asked me where I had purchased it from, and I was so excited to rave about it being from … Amazon! Throughout our lovely stroll, I got to thinking about sharing the details of this cherished workout dress of mine while sharing other adorable pieces that I’m currently eyeing.

Truly, the preppy summer workout dress is such a staple in my own wardrobe and I know will become a staple in yours this summer, too. I will note that the preppy summer workout dresses that I’ve rounded up are priced upwards of $200 to under $50. Whether you decide to invest in a preppy summer workout dress or opt for something a little more cost-effective or are still considering/browsing, you will truly not go wrong with adding one to your wardrobe this summer! ANDDDDD, before I get into sharing the details behind all of the adorable summer workout dresses that I’m eyeing, I also wanted to mention that my favorite preppy summer workout dress (here) is included within the lovely round-up. The best part?!?! It is currently under $50 and sold in multiple colors (as are many of the other dresses shown in this post!!).

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12 Preppy Summer Workout Dresses

Happy shopping!!

XOXO – Katie <3

How To Launder Lilly Pulitzer

***Please note that this How To Launder Lilly Pulitzer guide will be updated and recirculated periodically to reflect the most up-to-date information. This guide was most recently updated as of July 2026.***

If you know me, then you know that Lilly Pulitzer is my favorite fashion brand! With its bright colors and prints coming in delicate fabrics, it may come as a challenge to launder your Lilly Pulitzer garments. As someone who values convenience over time most of the time, I am going to share some tips for taking your Lilly Pulitzer finds to the local laundromat or how to laundering Lilly Pulitzer yourself (which can even be a bonus when you are on the road!!!).

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How To Launder Lilly Pulitzer

What I Regularly Use to Launder Lilly Pulitzer

To shop current Lilly Pulitzer products, look no further than the Lilly Pulitzer website using this link. 

Laundromats

Wherever you may be, locally-owned Laurdromats are probably near by. The majority of them are corn-operated, as seen in the movie’s. One of my latest and favorite laundromats is The Clothes Spin. The Clothes Spin is a laundromat that is based in Lynchburg, Virginia. Unlike the majority of laundromats, The Clothes Spin has 24/7 access for all of their customers. That being said, you can easily come in and launder your garments when it best fits for your schedule. The best part of it all?! This 24/7 laundromat located in Madison Heights allows you to pay for you to wash your clothing through an app rather than with change! I most definitely do not carry huge chunks of change in my pocket anymore, and I know many others who do not either.

Tips For Laundering Lilly Pulitzer

Whether or not you choose to go to a laundromat or launder your Lilly Pulitzer garments at home, there are quite a few do’s and don’t’s that will make it so much more helpful for you to take care of your garments to the best that you can. I have washed my Lilly Pulitzer and do pretty frequently. Knock on wood, I have not had that many issues with washing them, as I strictly follow these do’s and don’t’s as well as the tips that I also list below, too.

 

Do’s

  • Wash in cold water, in order to prevent shrinking and color run
  • Wash your white’s and colored clothing separately, in order to prevent color bleeding on your white garments (no one wants a white shirt to unintentionally become pink!)
  • Wash garments with embroidery inside out. Embroidery may include pom poms, sequins, or delicate buttons.
  • Hang or lay your Lilly Pulitzer to dry, rather than drying it! This will prevent your garments from shrinking. If the garment is 100% cotton, then most definitely be sure to lay or hang it to dry as it will shrink a size if put in the dryer!
  • Wash garments inside out, in order to prevent pilling

Don’t’s

  • Wash light-colored garments and dark-colored garments together. Darker colored clothing items can rinse into lighter colored clothing items, which can most definitely change their colors. Typically, I wash my whites separately from all of the other colored garments and have not had many issues.
  • Put 100% cotton, cashmere, sweaters, or other vulnerable garments into the dryer – they will shrink a size! It’s best to lie them flat to dry.
  • Hang popovers or Finn tees to dry. The shoulders will be stretched out. Rather, lay them flat to dry.

Detergent & Bleach

I am a loyal Tide user. Ever since I went off to college, I have used Tide detergent in the scent April Spring. To go with it, I use Febreeze Fabric Softener in the same exact scent. However, recently, I have used Kirkland’s detergents and fabric softeners from Costco that actually come in a similar scent. Personally, I am someone who is extremely particular about the way my clothing and things smell, so it works well for me. As for bleach, I find OxiClean, a classic soap and water combination (especially when traveling!), or Tide To Go to be one of the best out there! Not only does it do the job, but it does the job well!

When it comes to traveling, running around on the go, or being on a time crunch, having something such as Tide To Go and anti-wrinkle spray has been my best friend when I have either a stain, wrinkle, or both!

Regular Wash VS Delicate Wash

When washing Lilly Pulitzer garments, it varies per item which type of wash that you would want to do on your washing machine. For most garments, I use regular, however, for some I use the delicate wash. I have listed down below what type of wash I use for which Lilly Pulitzer styles that I own!

Regular Wash

  • Sophie shift
  • Mila shift
  • All Luxletic products
  • Delia shift
  • Ophelia shift
  • Kelly pants
  • Adalee shift
  • Skirts/skorts
  • Popovers
  • Cotton tops (including cotton Elsa’s, Essie’s, and Etta’s)

Delicate Wash

  • Elsa Tops (especially those coming in silk fabrics)
  • Anything with embroidery (i.e. pom poms, sequins, delicate buttons)
  • Anything that is cashmere
  • Scarfs or wraps

To shop current Lilly Pulitzer products, look no further than the Lilly Pulitzer website using this link. 

Wrap-Up

However you choose to launder your Lilly Pulitzer garments, the consistency that you choose to wash them is key. Over the years, I have remained consistent in my techniques for washing my Lilly, and it has worked. That being said, whatever works for you is what you should do!

XOXO – Katie <3

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Hill House Nap Dress Review

***Please note that this Hill House Nap Dress Review will be updated and recirculated periodically to reflect the most up-to-date information. This review was most recently updated as of March 2026.***

Hello Nap Dress nation and enthusiasts!!! You may be wondering why I’m writing a post all about the Hill House Nap Dress when there are yet SO many dupes out there that I’ve highlighted (here) on the blog. However, as someone who adores this classic staple, I am going to be addressing the question which may be on many of y’all’s minds: is the Hill House Nap Dress really worth it? This review of the Hill House Home Nap Dress will help YOU decide for yourself!

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Hill House Nap Dress Review

My Experience:

As a preppy fashion enthusiast and self-proclaimed grand millennial, when the Hill House Nap Dress rose to popularity and caught my eyes on my Instagram feed circa 2021, I was honestly hesitant to click “add to cart” due to its hefty price tag. In recent times, I have noticed the price tag of these iconic dresses (like everything else, honestly) to have risen, too. With the rising cost of living overall, it is definitely a purchase that can feel intimidating and sometimes unattainable. That all being said, this dress IS an investment piece that you will add to your wardrobe.

As someone who finds the Hill House Nap Dress really worth it, I will note that this iconic dress is a classic staple. With its lightweight fabric and flowy nature, the Nap Dresses are perfect for styling for several occasions, whether it be church, celebrations, dinner/drinks out on the town, or even a work day. This dress can be paired with a cardigan or blazer, tights or leggings, sandals or flats or heels, and *even* a sweater/tee underneath it. It is also worth noting that this is a great investment for mothers or mothers to be, as I’ve seen from my fellow content creators in those stages of their life who rave about it! There is SO much innovation and creativity that can come when styling them, too.

I also want to mention that the Hill House Nap Dress is extremely timeless. Not only is it timeless in its classic style and appearance, but also in its nature. The Nap Dress adapts to your body as it changes alongside your life. I’ve experienced some changes with my own body and personal life throughout my time owning a nap dress and the dress has changed with me! HOW special is that?!?!

Where To Buy

The Hill House Nap Dress comes in a variety of styles. In this style guide, I am mostly styling the Ellie Nap Dress. But, it is worth mentioning that Hill House offers SOOOO many incredible nap dress styles in a variety of silhouettes!

 

Shop the Hill House Nap Dress here!

Would I Buy a Hill House Nap Dress Again?!

The answer is a resounding YES! I have found this popular dress to be well worth the price tag within my own closet. Alongside my several Nap Dress dupes, I have invested in multiple nap dresses since Spring 2022. Nevertheless, my Nap Dresses (and dupes!) have been and continue to be what my hands gravitate towards the most within my own closet. Truly, the Nap Dresses are such a lovely staple to have within my own closet and will remain so for the foreseeable future.

Wrap-Up:

Now that I’ve gushed to you about the Hill House Nap Dress for some time and why I think it is really worth it, the choice is simply up to you on whether or not you should buy it. Personally, I LOVE the Hill House Nap Dress and I’m grateful I’ve taken the plunge to purchasing some of my own. However, the hefty price tag of the it may not be worth it for others, especially if you’re still finding your style and/or simply can’t afford it right now. If either are the case for you, then I highly recommend checking out my suggestions for Hill House Nap Dress dupes (here) and reevaluating purchasing from the brand at another time. Regardless of the decision you make today, Hill House will ALWAYS be there for you if/when you’re ready to take the plunge!

XOXO – Katie <3

What I Wore Out Of Office – March 2025

Out of office fun went from late-Winter and Papa’s 80th Birthday festivities to all-things Washington, DC’s National Cherry Blossom Festival! As stated in my March 2025 work outfits blog post (here), I spent a few weeks this past month transforming my wardrobe from Winter -> Spring. I ADORE Spring fashion and with the change of the seasons LOVE the fresh start that comes with Spring. Not only are we able to restart going on warmer weather walks and enjoy post-7pm sunsets, but we are also able to refresh our wardrobes for the warmer days ahead. ANDDDD, what a great time it is to do it all!!

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Dress: Eliza J; Pearls: Vintage; Earrings: Kate Spade; Tights: Shapermint; Heels: Marc by Marc Jacobs; Bracelets: Amazon, The Inspiration Co, & J Crew Factory

Sweatshirt: Woman Owned Wallet; Leggings: Crown & Ivy at Belk

Dress: Hill House; Jacket: Lord & Taylor; Crossbody: Bolsos Bella; Bracelets: J Crew Factory & Amazon; Flats: Burberry; Earrings: SugarFix by Target

Jacket: TJ Maxx; Top: Universal Standard; Leggings: Shapermint; Tote: LL Bean; Shoes: Sketchers

Jacket: Talbots; Blouse: J Crew Mercentile; Leggings: Shapermint; Tote: LL Bean; Bracelets: J Crew Factory, Amazon, & The Inspiration Co; Shoes: Sketchers; Earrings: Kate Spade

Jacket: TJ Maxx; Tee: National Cherry Blossom Festival Merch; Leggings: Fabletics; Earrings: Lilly Pulitzer; Necklace: Kendra Scott; Flats: Puma; Tote: Scout Bags

Dress: J Marie; Trench Coat: Lands End; Necklace: Kendra Scott; Tote: Scout Bags; Flats: Puma; Earrings: Kate Spade

Trench Coat: Vintage; Earrings: Lilly Pulitzer; Leggings: Shapermint; Tote: Scout Bags; Flats: VIVAIA

Dress: Thrifted; Trench Coat: Lands End; Headband: Lilly Pulitzer x Lele Sadoughi; Necklace: Kendra Scott; Flats: New Bella

Jacket: Talbots; Dress: Zara; Earrings: SugarFix by Target; Bracelets: Amazon; Handbag: Louis Vuitton;

Jacket & Dress: J Crew Factory; Earrings: Lisi Lerch; Handbag: Louis Vuitton; Flats: All Birds

Jacket: Liz Claiborne; Scarf & Popover: Lilly Pulitzer; Jeggings: Shapermint; Shoes: Sketchers; Crossbody: Target

Dress: Amazon; Jacket: Lands End; Earrings: Lilly Pulitzer; Necklace: Kendra Scott; Tote: Scout Bags; Flats: Puma; Bow: Lele Sadoughi; Bracelets: Amazon

XOXO – Katie <3

What I Wore to Work – March 2025

March 2025 has been one of my BEST working months yet!! Since getting back from my trip to Spain and Portugal during the second half of February, I have truly been able to acclimate back to the working world in full force. On the work front, so much has happened in terms of changes and adjustments. Adaptation and evolution are the words for this Spring/Summer season professionally. Through it all though, sometimes, all we need is a nice time to take a break from the hustle before immersing ourselves in it again.

Over the course of the month of March, I transformed my wardrobe from a Fall/Winter forest to a Spring/Summer garden!! And, indeed, it has been a lovely time getting to *finally* style my Spring/Summer wardrobe in 2025 and enjoy doing so for the next 6-7 months. Truly, my closet brings me SO MUCH JOY and I love getting to style the bright colors of Spring/Summer *yet again*. Yet, I do wear bright colors year-round – LOLLL!

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Dress: Theory; Scarf: Cashmere; Necklace: Vintage; Leggings: Shapermint; Flats: DSW; Bracelets: J Crew Factory

Tee: Mountain Moverz; Pants: TJ Maxx; Necklace: Kendra Scott; Slippers: Splendid; Bracelets: Lilly Pulitzer, All She Wrote Notes, & Little Words Project

Blouse: Zara; Necklace: J Crew Factory; Jeggings: Shapermint; Bracelets: Amazon & The Inspiration Co; Flats: All Birds

Sweater: Talbots; Jacket: Liz Claiborne; Necklace: Vintage; Pants: Caribbean Joe; Bracelets: J Crew Factory; Crossbody: Bolsos Bella; Flats: Jack Rogers; Earrings: Kate Spade

Sweater: Sail to Sable; Pants: TJ Maxx; Necklace: Probably Gifted from my Mom’s Travels; Bag: Louis Vuitton; Bracelets: Amazon, Lilly Pulitzer, & The Inspiration Co; Sandals: Sperry; Earrings: Lisi Lerch

Dress & Scarf: J Crew Factory; Bracelets: J Crew Factory, Amazon, & The Inspiration Co; Bag: Louis Vuitton; Flats: Tory Burch

Trench Coat: Lands End; Scarf: CHIcoracao; Top: Talbots; Pants: Isaac Mizrahi; Earrings: Lilly Pulitzer; Handbag: Bolsos Bella; Shoes: Sketchers

Dress: Crown & Ivy at Belk; Scarf: From Barcelona; Bracelets: Lilly Pulitzer & All She Wrote Notes; Headband: Simply Southern; Sandals: J Crew Factory; Earrings: Kate Spade

Loungeset: 66 Disco; Sandals: Sperry

Sweatshirt: Blue Lobster; Leggings: TJ Maxx; Necklace: Kendra Scott; Slippers: Splendid

Jacket: TJ Maxx; Dress: Crown & Ivy at Belk; Necklace: SugarFix by Target; Earrings: Kate Spade; Bracelets: Amazon, The Inspiration Co, & Lilly Pulitzer

Dress: Crown & Ivy at Belk; Bracelets: J Crew Factory; Necklace: Vintage; Sandals: Sperry

Blouse: Crown & Ivy at Belk; Skort: J Crew Factory; Shoes: Sketchers; Bracelets: All She Wrote Notes, Little Words Project, & Lilly Pulitzer

Blouse & Earrings: Lilly Pulitzer; Necklace: Kendra Scott; Pants: Talbots; Bracelets: Amazon, The Inspiration Co, & Lilly Pulitzer

Sweatshirt: Meredith College Bookstore; Skort: Tuckernuck; Slippers: Splendid; Necklace: Kendra Scott

Cardigan: Northern Isles; Blouse: From Paris; Pants: Issac Mizrahi; Tote: Scout Bags; Flats: Puma; Bracelets: Amazon

Jacket: Isaac Mizrahi; Sweater: Rumi Ryder; Skirt & Necklace: J Crew Factory; Flats: All Birds

Dress: Lilly Pulitzer; Earrings & Necklace: Kendra Scott; Crossbody: Target; Sandals: Sperry; Bracelets: Lilly Pulitzer, The Inspiration Co, & Little Words Project

XOXO – Katie <3

5 Stylish + Comfortable Flats For Travel

It is Summer 2018 and you are about to board a plane to spend the next two months studying abroad in Europe ANDDDD you packed the WRONG shoes. Yep, that was ME for TWO WHOLE MONTHS in Europe. I had the WRONG shoes with me for walking 10,000+ steps a day across Europe. I remember during those long walking days feeling a lot of pain and annoyance and discomfort within my feet. At that time, I wasn’t aware of any stylish and comfortable flats for travel. However, flash forward to 2025, and I am in a VERY different place when it comes to traveling and the shoes that I wear! These days, I feel LOTS of comfort and a LOT less complaining when it comes to my feet. I am *very much* grateful to have found the right stylish and comfortable flats for travel for ME!

Me in Italy in Summer 2018 wearing the WRONG shoes!

From Ireland to Manhattan to Hawaii to Toronto to make own backyard in the Washington, DC area and everywhere in between, I ALWAYS want to dress stylishly when I travel! I have found myself opting for stylish flats on my travel days, but also wanting the comfort that I find and value in my Sherpa-lined slippers that I wear around the house. Over the years, I have found myself very fortunate to both collaborate with and discover some incredible footwear brands that focus on stylish and comfortable flats for travel – many of which also focus on ethical and sustainability within their craftsmanship. Here, I will be sharing my *very* favorite stylish and comfortable flats for travel (and also long work days, nights on the town, concerts, walks, and more!).

*Disclaimer: Please note that this post contains affiliate links, which means that if you purchase through one of my links, then I will receive a small commission. This commission is at no extra cost to you. Additionally, this post is not sponsored, and all opinions are my own.*

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5 Stylish + Comfortable Flats For Travel

1 – All Birds

Out of ALL of the places that I found a pair of All Birds ballet flats, it was at the thrift store!!! And, to my surprise, the pair of All Birds ballet flats that I thrifted felt brand-new and immediately as if I was wearing slippers out in public when in reality they’re a pair of stylish flats. All Birds prides itself on making beautifully comfortable, stylish, and sustainable ballet flats aka a win in ALL avenues!

Shop All Birds flats here!

2 – Sketchers

As a kid, I remember wearing the Velcro strap-on sneakers from Sketchers in a rainbow of colors – LOLLL! These days, Sketchers truly has it all. From ballet flats to slip on’s to sneakers and everything else in between, Sketchers is truly a brand that sells a stylish and comfortable flat shoe for everybody. On my recent trip to Spain and Portugal, I regularly styled my hot pink slip on’s and am grateful that I did! I got SEVERAL compliments on my Sketchers shoes and felt oh so great (and comfortable!) wearing them, too.

Shop Sketchers flats here!

3 – VIVAIA

From long work days on your feet to dancing at the club and in the streets, VIVAIA flats are truly the shoe to do it ALL in! In 2022, I had the incredible opportunity to collaborate with VIVAIA (here) and to this very day still LOVE and regularly wear my ballet flats from that collaboration! VIVAIA takes a sustainable and ethical approach to the craftsmanship for all of their gorgeous and comfortable shoes. Truly, these ballet flats will be a staple in your closet for years to come!

Shop VIVAIA flats here!

4 – New Bella

An emerging footwear brand, New Bella is a stylish and comfortable premium shoe brand. Like with VIVAIA, I had the amazing opportunity to collaborate with New Bella over on Instagram (see my first blog post styling them here!) and still regularly style and wear my New Bella ballet flats to this *very* day! From the cobblestone streets of Dublin to the several blocks’ walks on the streets of Manhattan to the uphill trails in Portugal, my New Bella flats have truly seen it all in comfort and style!

Shop New Bella flats here!

5 – Puma

Before a trip to Winners (aka TJ Maxx/Marshalls in Canada!) while in Toronto last November for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, I learned that Puma *yes, the sportswear brand* sells ballet flats! I ended up picking up a pair of Puma ballet flats while out and shopping in Toronto and did not regret doing so! My precious pair of Puma ballet flats allowed my comfort to persist throughout the entire concert!! These flats are also super stylish and comfortable and lightweight, too – perfect for work, happy hours, concerts, and more!

Shop Puma flats here!

Wrap-Up

Wherever you may be on your stylish and comfortable flats for travel journey, just know that you WILL get to a point where you will feel less pain and more comfort. It takes time to find the right shoes for YOU. Even if that means enduring and surviving an entire Summer of painful feet in the wrong shoes in Europe, you WILL get there. I encourage you to check out the 5 stylish and comfortable flats for travel mentioned in this blog post. And, always, please feel free to reach out to me Katefrancesthompson@gmail.com with any questions or concerns you may have!

XOXO – Katie <3

What I Wore to Spain & Portugal – February 2025

The final two weeks of LOVE month for me were spent exploring Spain and Portugal (by way of Madrid, Barcelona, Porto, and Lisbon!) and I had the opportunity to not only immerse myself in in two brand new-to-me countries but also have some fun fashion-wise! I have ALWAYS loved sharing my work outfits of the day and have recently sharing my outfits that I wear out of office, too. Nevertheless, I figured why not share what I wore in Spain and Portugal too?!?! And, never fear my friends! I WILL be sharing several snippets of my Spain and Portugal adventure as well as some upcoming posts on my travels with you over the next few months. But for now, I’m going to be sharing several snippets of my outfits while abroad!

My trip to Spain and Portugal started out in Madrid, Spain and ended in Lisbon, Portugal. And, while I *did* forget a few days to snap a photo of my travel outfits, most of my looks are here for your own enjoyment and travel outfits inspiration. I will say that one of my biggest pieces of advice when traveling is to wear clothing that is comfortable, stylish, true to you, and that blends into some extent with the destination(s) in which you are visiting.

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Blouse: Talbots; Trench Coat: Lands End; Earrings: Etsy; Bag: Longchamp; Leggings: Shapermint; Flats: New Bella

Blouse: Anthropologie; Earrings: Etsy; Leggings: Shapermint; Flats: New Bella; Tote: Longchamp; Necklace: Amazon

Dress: Lilly Pulitzer; Earrings: Etsy; Tights: Shapermint; Flats: Vivaia

Scarf: J Crew Factory; Dress: Nanette Lepore; Tote: Longchamp; Tights: Shapermint; Flats: Vivaia

Dress: Zara; Earrings: Lilly Pulitzer; Necklace: Thrifted; Tote: Longchamp; Flats: New Bella

Blouse: Talbots; Necklace: J Crew Factory; Earrings: All She Wrote Notes; Shoes: Sketchers

Sweater: Sail to Sable; Necklace: Lilly Pulitzer; Dress: H&M; Tote: Longchamp

Trench Coat: Lands End; Dress: Hill House; Bag: Italian Leather; Necklace: Lilly Pulitzer

Jacket & Blouse: J Crew Factory; Pants: Smith & Quinn; Earrings: All She Wrote Notes; Bag: Longchamp; Shoes: Sketchers

Dress: J Crew Factory; Earrings: Lilly Pulitzer; Tote: Longchamp; Flats: New Bella

Dress: Hill House; Earrings: Lilly Pulitzer; Tote: Longchamp; Flats: New Bella

Blouse: Madison Mathews; Scarf: Lilly Pulitzer; Pants: Isaac Mizrahi

Blouse & Skirt: J Crew Factory; Bag: Italian Leather; Flats: Vivaia

Dress: J Crew Factory; Trench Coat: Lands End; Bag: Italian Leather; Necklace: J Crew Factory; Flats: Puma

Dress: J Crew Factory; Sunglasses: Tuckernuck; Tote: Longchamp; Flats: New Bella

Stay tuned for much more Spain and Portugal content *very soon*!!!

XOXO – Katie <3