seeing spots

J.Crew Cashmere Polka-Dot Sweater + Paul & Joe Sister Short Sleeve Sweater

Even with summer still in full swing, I couldn't help but admire the lovely sweaters by some of my favorite brands.  What really caught my eye were the ones with polka-dots.  I love how they are playful and fun but are not childish due to the muted colors.  I cannot wait to get my hands on one of these, especially the J.Crew Tippi Sweater...

Free People Dot Keyhole Sweater + J.Crew Tippi Sweater in Polka-Dot

dark chocolate blueberry muffins

Muffins are my life.  Okay, maybe not, but they are pretty delicious.  Especially when made properly.  And these from How Sweet It Is are simply amazing.  Dark chocolate and blueberries?  Together?  Genius.  The combined taste of the sweet fruit and the bitter dark chocolate is irrisistable.  With the added health benefits, such as whole-wheat pastry flour, dark chocolate and barely any butter, who could ask for more?  Follow this recipe in order to make these and be eternaly happy.

{image via: How Sweet It Is}

white watercolours

1. Watercolour Camisole - Topshop; Denim cut-offs - Citizens of Humanity; 3. Bracelet - Forever21; 4. Quilted Purse - Kate Spade; 5. Strappy Sandals - Ancient Greek; 6. Sunnies - Oliver Peoples 

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I love cut-off shorts.  I love them even more when paired with a delicate camisole and a classic purse.  These two items (along with the oversized sunnies) make the look seem more polished while the strappy sandals keep things from being "over the top".  Basically, this is my go-to summer outfit.

discovered - ciaté caviar manicure

Rainbow: Nail polish - Starwberry Milkshake; Caviar Pearls - Rainbow

While browsing my local Sephora, I came across Ciaté's Caviar Manicure sets.  These luxurious combos are sold in three different shades and come with two polishes, one being the base coat and the other being the small pearls (also known as the "caviar"). I absolutely love the idea of putting small pearls on your nails (so haute couture, non?) and can't wait to get my own.  At 28 dollars a pop, you can't go wrong.

Mother of Pearl: Nail polish - Snow Virgin; Caviar Pearls - Mother of Pearl

Black Pearls: Nail polish - Ghetto Fabulous; Caviar Pearls - Black Pearls

what i've been up to

Summer has been very much enjoyable for me so far.  With the constant sunlight and the warmth, I couldn't be any happier.  Here's what I've been up to:

1. Catching up on my reading (I had twenty books that I wanted to read; I'm now down to 10)
2. Lounging by the pool with friends
3. Seeing Simple Plan on Canada Day (and having Chuck blow kisses at me)
4. Watching baseball games (my guilty pleasure)
5. Enjoying the new Starbucks Refreshers
6. Wishing I could be by the sea...
7. And lots more!

What have you been doing this summer?

{image via: rosstralia}