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10 SUMMER WARDROBE ESSENTIALS

Jun 04, 2022style + outfits

Hey, hey loves! I put together a round up of summer essential for you (and myself!) but before we get busy checking out all the links, I have a message for you. One that comes from experience and conversations had with other women. Hear me out… YOUR BODY DESERVES CLOTHES THAT FIT IT. YOU DESERVE CUTE CLOTHES THAT FIT YOU. DON’T MAKE YOURSELF WAIT UNTIL YOU ARE A CERTAIN SIZE OR SHAPE OR (FILL IN THE BLANK) BEFORE YOU PURCHASE SOMETHING YOU’LL LOVE TO WEAR ALL SUMMER LONG. The truth is that when you’re investing in yourself – wether it’s buying clothes, taking classes, committing to girls nights, or creating a pretty space – it get’s easier to make better decisions. We eat better, sleep better, choose better, live better. Stop depriving yourself because you’re not who, what, or where you want to be. Mkay? Hopefully we’re all working towards a better version of ourselves. It’s a lifelong endeavor, so why not enjoy the process instead of holding out on yourself!?

Now go find something cute/breezy/effortless that you’ll be excited to wear!

  • ONE // tees + tanks
    • cropped tank 1, 2, 3
    • long tank 1, 2, 3, 4
    • oversized tees 1, 2, 3
    • cropped tees 1, 2, 3
  • TWO // bike + sweatshorts
    • bike shorts 1, 2, 3 (love any Align bike short!)
    • sweat shorts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (more cute options at h+m!)
  • THREE // easy sets 1, 2, 3 (so many cute options at z-supply!)
  • FOUR // breezy pants + shorts
    • pants 1, 2, 3, 4 (baggy denim with holes count!)
    • shorts 1, 2, 3
    • also want to share these denim shorts because the price is so good, size up one or two depending on how you like yours to fit!
  • FIVE // skirts + dresses
    • skirts 1, 2 (so cute with a baby tee or tank!), 3, 4
    • dresses with cutouts 1, 2, 3, 4
    • mini dresses 1, 2, 3 (this ones a little more fancy but fun!), 4, 5, 6, 7
  • SIX // *button downs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 (lots to choose from here and if you’re on the hunt for denim – like me – I love this one and this one)
  • SEVEN // sandals + sneakers
    • sandals 1 (or these), 2 (or these), 3 (or these), 4 (for date night!)
    • sneakers 1, 2 (platform options!), 3, 4, 5
  • EIGHT // blazers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
  • NINE // feminine tops 1, 2, 3
  • TEN // accessories
    • cute baseball hat: 1, 2, 3, 4
    • scarf: love this one but there are so many… wear in your hair, as a bracelet, around your top knot, as an anklet, tied to your purse, as a tube top, etc.

*Button downs are possibly my favorite summer staple because they double as swim coverups and lightweight shackets!

LOVE YA!

xx, Rae

P.S. – How good is this palette cleanse (all-white) feature at madewell? And if you’re here from Stories, here’s a link to the charm necklace :)

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CRISP & FLUFFY HOMEMADE WAFFLE RECIPE

YOU’LL NEED:
2 cups flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 tablespoons sugar
2 eggs (divide egg and yoke)
1-2/3 cup whole milk
1/3 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
TOPPING IDEAS: butter, maple syrup, whipped cream, *sprinkles, peanut butter, jam, *cacao nibs, chocolate chips, powdered sugar, berries, bananas, cinnamon, sliced peaches, fried or scrambled egg, etc.

HERE’S HOW:
Preheat your waffle iron and melt butter over low, if using stovetop.
In a large bowl, combine all dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, and sugar. Whisk together.
Divide the egg yolk and whites into two separate medium sized bowls.
Add the milk, butter, and vanilla extract to the yolk bowl and mix to combine.
With a hand or stand mixer, beat the egg whites on medium-high until stiff peaks form. Should only take a couple minutes and makes the waffles so fluffy!
Pour yolk and milk mixture into the dry ingredients and stir or whisk until combined, being careful not to over-mix. Add the egg whites and fold them into the batter gently.
Heat oven to 250-275 degrees to keep cooked waffles warm and crisp. Lightly grease waffle iron (I like to brush on a little butter). Use a measuring cup to pour batter onto waffle iron, until wells are almost covered. Close the iron and cook for about 4 minutes or until golden brown. (Tip: This is a great time to prep toppings or tidy up the kitchen. If you’re like me though, be sure to set a timer!)
Place cooked waffles in a single layer, directly on rack in oven. When ready, top and serve!

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