Time & Travel.

June 10, 2014 Kelly Donohue

June 10, 2014

LA --> Boston & Back.

Whenever I travel, I usually have great big lofty goals of keeping up with the blog- it seems so easy in theory- but then attending events, catching up with family, loved ones, friends, and ya know all the other real purposes of my vacation get in the way and so I’m often left wondering, as I am right now on this Virgin America flight headed back to LAX, where has all my time gone? I'm wondering that and if I'm being totally honest, I'm also wondering why the lady next to me thinks it's a good idea to blast the movie, Gravity, so loud that I'm also being forced to follow along with Sandra's every panic-filled moment. I don't know about you guys, but I like things that put me at ease when I'm flying thousands of miles above land in a plane, not things that remind me of just how real it can get when the machinery taking me up above the puffy beautiful clouds- malfunctions. Ok but anyways back to my point. Vacation time just has a way of moving at a glorious yet all too rapid pace, and this past getaway back to my home of New England, was no different.

While the trip was packed with catching up with close friends and family and some highlights included an overnight trip to the beach on my parents boat, a late night BBQ and an afternoon stroll through my favorite little town, Newburyport, the main event of the weekend was Eric’s graduation. At a beautiful ceremony at the Wang Theatre in Boston, MIT honored its MBA graduates. Equally impressed and so very proud, I was reminded yet again just how quickly time slips by. It feels like it was just a couple months ago that he was beginning classes over at MIT, walking me around campus, and introducing me to all of his new friends. And now, while it will certainly be wonderful for us to be in the same city, it was a bit bittersweet (even for me) to say goodbye to the fun little town of Cambridge, the local bars and delicious restaurants we’ve frequented and made our favorites and above all, Eric’s roommates who’ve become like family. While life will certainly take you in all kinds of directions, with different cities and great pubs to get you by along the way, great friends are the finds you get to hang on to forever!

These photos were actually taken last week on the day that we took off for our trip back east but they represent a great travel day outfit and so I figured it was fitting for today. With longer flights, time changes, and also changes in weather to account for, you have to make sure that you can wear something that is casual, light, and comfortable. I also really love this look because it covers my face and hair- ha! When you are rushing to pack and get to the airport on time, it’s nice to find a look that requires little to NO effort, while still maintaining a bit of your fashionable cute self. I don’t know, you might be one of those people who travels in heels and a full set of makeup- but I have never been that skilled so I go with the covered look and it works pretty well. Keep this in mind for your upcoming summer travel & let me know what you think!

Sweater: Urban Outfitters (SIMILAR) On Sale!

Shorts: Urban Outfitters

Sandals: Melrose Trading Post

Necklace: Urban Peach On Sale!

Sunglasses: Forever21

Studs: Kate Spade

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Photos by: Courtney Locks

Loopsway Giveaway!

June 2, 2014 Kelly Donohue

June 2, 2014

Los Angeles, CA.

On this Monday, I'm excited to be partnering with Loopsway on hosting a giveaway! Nothing wrong with a little Monday morning perk am I right? They are offering one of my lucky readers one item of their choice from Loopsway’s new clothing line! You may recognize them as a boutique online jewelry shop, known for their affordable and unique style- remember this pearl necklace I featured of theirs? Well, now they are taking the same lovely quality and branching out into clothing and I couldn’t be more excited. This first line of spring/summer clothing is classically feminine, which I love. From the classic shirt dress, perfect for a casual lunch date or day at the office, to the floral scalloped shorts which I think look ever so classically east coast, the double pocket button-up, or the top with the metal detail, all can be dressed up or down to brighten up your day!

To enter the giveaway, just follow the instructions below in the Rafflecopter form. Open to U.S. readers. You can also gain bonus entries by liking on Facebook, as well as following on Twitter. Oh and leave additional comments below for bonus entries. Giveaway will close and be announced on Friday. Good luck! Xo

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Photos taken by: Courtney Locks

Take Two!

May 30, 2014 Kelly Donohue

May 30, 2014

Los Angeles, CA.

When I had a roommate, I’d always love to go through the large bags of clothes and shoes that she’d bring home after a long day of shopping. Not only was she a great little fashionista, but I always admired a very particular shopping habit of hers: if she loved something, she’d always grab at least 2 pairs, and usually more if they had more colors. She did this with purses, shoes, jeans, dresses- EVERYTHING! I’d be like, “Hey I love that navy purse!” and with a wry little smile she’d walk back to her closet and reveal that she also had it in nude and black as well. Unfortunately, I was always too plain Jane to do that, picking just one color or print and sticking to that option. However, I’ve become wise in my older age and I’ve realized that when you find something great, it’s best to just say, “I’ll take two!” And this is especially true with a classic, timeless pieces like this double pocket blouse I’m wearing today. Similar to the much pricier version you can find at J. Crew, I got these at Loopsway and love how the change in color adds a bit of variety on the look. I tried to emphasize that by keeping all of my other accessories exactly the same. Which do you guys like better?

This look is classic, a bit preppy, and east coast with a bit of a timeless spring/summer quality. It can be dressed down for a casual summer outing (like I have done here) or you can wear this as more of a business casual look for a work event. I paired the tan searsucker shorts from ZARA with my navy stiped clutch from the GAP , a yellow statement necklace from Ruche and finished the look off with some classic chocolate wedges from Steve Madden, which I found at Marshalls for a great little steal!

With classics that are affordable and just so essential to your every day wardrobe, it’s simply best to take two!