COSI FAN TUTTE // MN OPERA

Last Thursday night, Joel & I were invited to the dress rehearsal of Cosi Fan Tutte by Mozart at the Minnesota Opera. Neither Joel, nor I had been to an actual opera before, and we were both pleasant surprised and entertained all night. I never knew there we comedy operas! The witty, light-hearted humor made for the perfect date night event. Wearing: scarf, ALDO; blouse, Love Culture; belt, Forever21; jeans,…

PORTNEY WHISKEY

A crisp, cool front has hit Minnesota and I couldn’t resist picking up this oversized cable knit sweater from the thrift store the other day. Fall is easily my favorite ‘dressing’ season. The layers, colors, and textures make Fall almost effortless to dress for. One of my favorite beginning of Fall pairings are chunky knit long-sleeves with bare legs. I added some final touches with my coveted leopard scarf and…

MODEST MOB

Last week, the lovely Diana introduced herself and her wonderful store Modest Mob to me! She was kind enough to drop a little care package into the mail that included these adorable scallop edge shorts. Aren’t they adorable?! I thought I would share them with you, along with her stylish online boutique. I love finding new shops, especially when they are the product of someone’s entrepreneurial spirit — a true…

KELLY GREEN

I’m currently smitten with kelly green! It’s fall perfection! Leopard, bright yellow, classic black combinations — can’t wait! Photos: Marcus Design, no. 21 via Style.com, Pinterest, Pinterest, Gary Pepper Vintage

LAZY DAYS

Just a few snaps from my Labor Day holiday filled with lots of deep-fried on-a-stick state fair food, relaxing naps on the couch with June, and full glasses of red wine. My very first pair of Sperry’s arrived just in time for the weekend and they haven’t left my feet since. How was your long weekend? Any new purchases? Wearing: denim top, Forever21; black skinnies, H&M; bracelets, vintage; shoes, Sperry’s;…