Best of May

// Shorts // Leggings // Watch // Dress // 

      My birthday was this month so obviously some of my gifts happen to be my favorites, such as the leggings and the watch. The Lulu lemon leggings are so much nicer than I thought they would be! I already want another pair. The watch was great to get since this is my first nice watch. I probably won't wear it a lot now that it is warm outside but it is so pretty either way. 

   You can tell that the weather is getting warmer with my favorites. For the last week it has finally been warm enough to wear shorts. (the weather jumped from 60 to 85 degrees!) I have also started drinking a lot of Starbucks iced chai. It is my favorite drink for the summer. The warm weather has also allowed me to start wearing dresses again which is really nice for school. 

May always goes by really fast in my house. Every kid has their birthday which makes the house crazy. There also is the added fact that school is ending soon so the excitement of that makes everything fly by. 

What have you liked this month?

xoxo,

Maddie 

Stripes. Stripes. Stripes.

//  Dress // Purse // Espadrille // Shorts // Top // 

Stripes have always been such a summer thing for me and I think it has to do with it being a nautical look. This year I have been finding so many cute striped things on sale that it has been hard for me not to buy all of them. I figured that I should round up some of my favorite striped things and share them with all of you! I just bought the dress and it is the most comfortable one that I own! I love the criss-cross on the back the most! The espadrilles are definitely on my current wish list.  I hope this gives you some pre-summer shopping inspiration!

What's your favorite?

xoxo,

Maddie

Great Lakes Clothing Company

Great Lakes Clothing Company has become my favorite company this year. They make  pocket tees, baseball hats, cabin crews and other super cute accessories. Since it has become such a great company I figured I would share my top 5 favorite parts of the brand. 

1. It is Midwest based- There are so many companies that sell shirts and similar items, but most of them are based out of the east coast or the south. It is so nice to see a company based out of the Midwest. By being Midwest based, the company is perfect for me. It is all about the lake life and to me that is the best part about living near the Great Lakes. 

2. Everything is made in the USA- Everything by this company is made in America. I am normally not too picky about where my clothes are from, but it is really great to know that your purchase is helping US jobs. It also helps that I love America so anything related with it is a good thing. 

3. Amazing Quality- The quality of this company is superb. The shirts are thicker than most which is great for those winter days and summer bonfires when it cools down. I haven't had an issue with anything pilling or strings coming undone. 

4. Fantastic Customer Service- Great Lakes Clothing Co. has the best customer service. With each order you are sent a postcard written by the owners personally thanking you for the order. (you also get adorable sticker but that is besides the point) Anytime I email customer service I get a response very quickly and they are always ready to help. 

5. Everything Looks Great- All of the shirts fit really well. They aren't as baggy as other brands which I really like. This is not to say that the shirts are fitted. They are the perfect in between. The prints on the shirts are tailored to the Midwest but could be worn everywhere.  My favorite print is the Adirondack shirt because relaxing near the water is my favorite thing to do all summer. 

// Long Sleeve // Short Sleeve // Cabin Crew // Hat // 

Go check Great Lakes Clothing Co. out!

xoxo,

Maddie

This post is in no way affiliated with Great Lakes Clothing Company. All opinions are my own.

Birthday Wish List

My birthday is this week and springs up on me! Since my birthday is in the busiest time of year for me I always forget about it until like 2 weeks before. This week is going to be so busy with 2 AP tests (bio and lang, wish me luck!) , 2 soccer games and 2 college tours that I will be 17 before I know it. This year that wasn't too much that I wanted or needed but I figured I would still share my birthday list with you guys. 

// Watch // Cabin Crew // Leggings // Necklace // 

xoxo,

Maddie

Best of April

// White Jeans // Wedges // Nike Shorts // T-Shirt // Rain Pullover //

       April has absolutely flown by! At first I was starting the soccer season and next thing I know I only have a month left of school. It is starting to dawn on me how much I have to do this summer, mainly apply to a lot of colleges and work. I found that this April I really love watching food video on Instagram. I don't know if I'm the only one I think they are so entertaining. Over spring break I went to a Vineyard Vines store and bought two t-shirts, my favorite is the pink one because it such a cute color that the picture doesn't do it justice. I got my first thing from Southern Proper and I am in love! The pullover is so nice and springy. I already wore it to school once and got so many compliments on it! Lastly, I got a pair of wedges for confirmation, and yes I know that being confirmed as a junior is late but what can I say (catholic problems). I am so excited for May because that means my birthday (!), end of AP tests, and finally some warm weather (hopefully).

xoxo,

Maddie