Coffee and Peonies

Beckley Photography Outfit: J.Crew top, Forever21 shorts (similar) Accessories: Street Level tote, Rebecca Minkoff sandals, BP sunglasses Jewelry: Love necklace (similar), Gorjana gold leaf bracelet, J.Crew Factory gold chain link bracelet Makeup: MAC lip gloss in Feels So Grand Can we first talk about how insane these peonies are? I basically stalk Trader Joes to get the best peonies. If I’m not there at 8 am, they are all gone. I am going to be so sad when peony season ends! Okay now that we have discussed the peonies, we can chat about this adorable summer top. Isn’t the embroidery…
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Gingham

Beckley Photography Outfit: J.Crew dress Accessories: Chanel purse, Kate Spade sandals (similar), Forever21 sunglasses (similar) Jewelry: Love necklace, Gorjana gold leaf bracelet, J.Crew Factory gold chain link bracelet Makeup: MAC lip gloss in Feels So Grand Y’all know I love a classic shirtdress but when gingham is involved, I’m even more into it. When it comes to my favorite summer pattern, it’s definitely a toss up between gingham and stripes. This dress is also such a great ‘throw on and go’ summer piece. I like to sleep in and snooze my alarm for as long as humanly possible before getting…
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4th of July Ready

Beckley Photography Outfit: J.Crew T-shirt, Forever21 dress (worn as skirt, similar here and here) Accessories: BP sunglasses, Vince purse, Converse sneakers Jewelry: J.Crew Factory bracelet gold chain link bracelet, Gorjana gold leaf bracelet Makeup: MAC lip gloss in Feels So Grand Do you have the perfect outfit for the 4th of July? This red, white and blue striped top definitely needs to make an appearance at least once over the holiday weekend! Patriotic flair is essential but you gotta keep it chic! You can never go wrong with classic stripes, and I’m loving the nautical vibes. Even past the fireworks,…
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10 Fun Facts About Me

Stephanie Drenka Photography Outfit: Kate Spade jammies Accessories: Swoozies wine glass, Target slippers (similar), Marble laptop case (similar), Celebrity Bakery Instagram cookie This isn’t the first time I’ve been on my blog wearing jammies and drinking wine and it probably won’t be the last! Today I thought it would be fun to share some personal tidbits about me. Whether you’ve been reading Brooke du jour since I started this blog almost four years ago (!) or you’re a new reader, it’s about time we get to know each other better! Have any other questions? Feel free to ask me in…
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Summer Fridays

Stephanie Drenka Photography Outfit: Seafolly cover up (also comes in white), Boohoo bikini (similar) Accessories: Prada sunglasses, Rebecca Minkoff sandals, Las Bayadas beach blanket, Target beach bag (only $35!), Swoozies flamingo straws (similar), Swoozies cheers cups, Target lemonade dispenser (only $10), Swoozies pineapple tray, Target pink bowl, Target lounge chaise (similar), CB2 table Happy Friday! Summer Fridays only mean one thing… it’s pool party time! I like to be fully prepared at all times for a pool party. However, the essential components you definitely need to have on hand are a cute bikini, cover up (with tassels preferably) and plenty…
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