Travis and I are off to Portland tomorrow morning!  He planned out our whole trip and surprised me last week with a long weekend getaway… isn’t he the best?!  I’m so excited I can hardly stand it.  Portland is known for its gloomy weather, but the temperature is supposed to be in the 70’s and 80’s while we’re there :)  So I put together this comfy-cute outfit, perfect for exploring the city and enjoying the sun.

1. Retro Sunnies ($11.99) ~ 2. Mint Sweater ($24.95) ~ 3. Oversized Watch ($12.99)

4. Vintage Tote ($10.22) ~ 5. Lightweight Shorts ($11.50) ~ 6. Boat Shoes ($29.95)

Grand Total: $101.60

Any tips for us on our Portland trip?  (Ever been?  Where should we go?!)  What do you think of the outfit above?  Share your thoughts in the comments!

This week has flown by, and I couldn’t be happier because this weekend is full of excitement!  The main event: Travis and I are putting on our wedding ensembles (or slightly tweaked versions of them) and doing a photo shoot with one of my favorite photographers, Susannah Gill.  Check out her lovely blog for photos of her latest work… I love how she captures sweet little moments between her clients that might otherwise be missed.

But before we jump into all that photo shoot fun, let’s check out some browse-worthy links from around the web…

I made this keychain last night at the California Academy of Sciences’ Nightlife!  (It was hosted by a craft fair :)

Do you schedule sex?

This before and after kitchen makeover is awesome… what an upgrade!

Love this Babushka carafe.

I can’t wait for Fall to begin so I can start wearing tights again :)

The best shade of blush for your skin tone.

Simple, beautiful bangles.

Cute birthday card tutorial!

I adore everything about this gal’s hair…

Antique engagement rings are swoon-worthy, don’t you think?

This makes me smile :)

And follow me on Pinterest for more fun finds!

What are you up to this weekend?  Got any fun plans?  Would you ever do a second photo shoot in your wedding attire?  (Even 11 months after the wedding, like us?!)  Share your thoughts in the comments!

Dramatic cat eye frames have been popping up on celebs recently, and now they’re gearing up to be a big trend for fall.  The latest version is a bit chunkier than the classic skinny cat eyes of decades past.  See what I mean?

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It’s a look best suited for gals with faces that aren’t round, like mine.  But if they were flattering on my face, I think I’d go for this look.  What about you?

Are you a fan of the “new” cat eye?  Will you sport this updated retro look?  Share your thoughts in the comments!

Happy Friday, my sweets!  This weekend is especially fun because Travis and I are going to Outside Lands, a three day music and comedy festival in Golden Gate Park.  It features awesome musicians from Sigur Ros to Stevie Wonder, and it’s within walking distance from our house, woo!

So let’s kick off this weekend with some fun web finds, shall we?

Create the perfect color frosting with this frost by numbers cheat sheet!

Awesome temporary tattoos.

Would you elope?

Try this neat lip illusion… it works!

Make your own custom iPhone case.

I’m kind of obsessed with this beautiful upholstered ottoman…

Travis and I are taking this Tuscan Bike Tour on our anniversary— can’t wait!

I love the idea of making my own professional-looking cookbook, don’t you?

Fall boots are officially back in stores :)

A book recommendation for your weekend…

Words worth remembering.

And don’t forget to check out more fun finds on my Pinterest page :)

Whether you’re about to jetset halfway around the world, or just playing Amélie and eating macarons, all girls need a bit of Paris every now and then. The City of Light is a popular destination for fans of pastries and romance. High fashion is as common there as pigeons and art galleries. What dream outfit would you pack for this dream vacation?

Here’s my list for maximum Parisian style:

“Shrunken” Peach Blazer from TopShop

Buckled Boots from J. Crew

A-Like Khaki Dress from Modcloth

Shimmer Bralette from Free People

The neutral color scheme is trés chic, don’t you think?

Have you ever been up on the Eiffel Towe?  Dying to get there?  Share your Francophile stories in the comments and discuss this European-inspired fashion!

P.S.- What to wear in Rio and to a backyard wedding…