The Best Summer to Fall Sweater

Sweater HERE / Jeans HERE / Booties HERE / Hat (last season but similar: HERE) 

I snagged this pullover from the Nordstrom Sale! It has been the perfect sweater to wear on cooler nights. Nordstrom has completely restocked the sweater in all sizes and colors, plus its under $40. I can't wait for September to roll around so I can wear it all the time. I might grab it in the Green Golf color soon because its so stinkin' cute.
I got mine in a medium for a little bit of a bigger fit and can wear it off the shoulder some of the time. I had a hard time picking what color I wanted but I thought the Grey Bark would be the most versatile.

I found similar sweaters HERE and HERE that I have my eye on as well!

P.S. My jeans are buy ONE, get one $19.90 at Express!

Giveaway!

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10 Things To Bring On An Outdoors Trip

Yesterday, I posted all about my trip to Peninsula State Park! Today, I am sharing my top 10 things I bring with me on hiking trips. I grew up going camping here and now that I am older, I go with my friends to hike the trails or bike Sunset Trail.

Here are my favorite/most needed things I brought with me:

1. Bug Spray

For the woods, I tend to use the OFF! Deep Woods kind. It really keeps the bugs away but be aware—it can ruin your nail polish!

2. Sneakers

I brought my Nike’s with me but I also will bring an extra old pair in case those get muddy.

3. Sunglasses

I like my RayBan’s for these kind of trips because they are nice and dark on the sunny days. For this trip, I brought my Aviators with the black rims and also my smaller gold ones!

4. Yeti

This kept my coffee warm in the mornings and my tea cold in the afternoon! I have the color Seafoam in the 20oz but I have my eye on the Pink 30oz one!

5. Hammock

I have had (& LOVED) my Eno for two years now! I have the single nest in blue. I didn’t get around to using it this trip. When we camp I use it everyday, though.

6. Beach Towel 

Love keeping an extra in the car for an impromptu beach trip or just jumping in after a hot hike. I love my MarleyLily one, I own the black and white one!

 

7. Fanny Pack 

REI has tons!! We have a handful of random fanny packs in my house so I grabbed one before leaving. It was nice to have on trail to keep car keys, water, phones, maps, and extra bug spray in. They are not the cutest, but make a huge difference.

8. Leggings

Great for early morning hikes or sitting by the fire at night. I love my Zella ones that I have had for year. I grabbed a few more of these with the Nordstrom Sale! The high waisted ones are my jam.

9. Cooler 

We don’t have that Yeti, but I have my eye on it for the future. I talked with one of our good friends who is really outdoorsy and she highly recommended the investment in it. Plus they recently lowered the price on a few of the bigger ones!

10. Life Proof Case

Water proof and shock proof, what more could you ask for? The screen is protected it has space to stick a pop-socket on too! I have the color Wipeout and need to order a new one soon. That is the great thing about LifeProof, you have a lifetime warranty so you can replace the case when the wear and tear start to catch up to you!

Those are my top ten things I loved having with me on my trip. Do you have any favorites that you recommend??

Peninsula State Park Weekend

Eagle Bluff Hiking Trail

Top/Leggings/Yeti

Leggings/Shoes/Water Bottle

We got our fanny pack at REI years and years ago! 

Top/Leggings/Shoes/Jacket

Top/Jeans/Sandles

My best friend from when I was little! I haven't seen here in THREE years but we ran into her at Nicolet Bay

I went up to Fish Creek & Peninsula State Park with a bunch of my friends for a long weekend! We spent the weekend hiking, biking, and swimming in Lake Michigan. It was a much needed weekend out of the city and relaxing by the water. We hiked and biked over 25 miles this past weekend. 

I can't believe its over already but we are headed back up in October to camp and hike some more. 

Do any of you go camping or love to hike somewhere? 

Accessory Dupes

Watch Dupe/$$$, Chain Bracelet Dupe/$$$, Cord Bracelet w/ Pearl Dupe/$$$,

Cord Bracelet with ~Diamonds~ Dupe/$$$, Half Circle Bracelet Dupe/$$$

I am all about ballin' on a budget because I am saving up for my future. I am going to be an Elementary Education teacher which typically means I will not be rollin' in money, but I couldn't be happier about it! Check out "When you are Education but Everyone Else is Engineers" for all ab why I love teaching.

That being said, I love to find dupes for much more expensive pieces for my everyday looks. I love scrolling through "The Styled Collection" to find pieces that look $$$ but don't break the bank. You can find a lot of the cord bracelets here! 

Bloggers I LOVE

How She Sees MKE 

Such a fun local blogger! She writes all about local food, Milwaukee, and even runs a blog about hiking in Wisconsin. Her Instagram (@howsheseesmke) is full of yummy food pictures and stunning pictures of MKE, go check her out y'all! 

What Riva Wore

Her blog page is GOALS! She posts content all about fashion and lifestyle, plus she is based in MKE.   One of my favorite posts is ab her favorite brunch place, Hotel Madrid. She also runs an Instagram (@what.riva.wore) that has so much great outfit inspiration. 

Bring Your Own Beauty

Courtney Shields is one of my favorite bloggers/YouTubers of all time. She has great style and posts the best videos on her YouTube page. Her blog is about to be full of home decor because they recently moved into a new home! Instagram: @byodaily

Who are some of your favorite bloggers/vloggers/Instagram-er's?