You guys, it’s hot tamales out here. Although it doesn’t officially start for a few days, summer is already full steam ahead. And while I am totally digging this weather over the rough winter we had, there’s just one small problem. Fashion.

When the weather is hot and muggy, the last thing I want to do is throw on an interesting outfit with layers, gobs of jewelry and heavy makeup, AMIRIGHT?! I like to keep things simpler in the heat, but add just enough interest to keep the outfit fun.

I wore this for a date to our local ice cream shop. Luckily, we’re not far from our town, so we walked there one nice evening. Unfortunately, by the time we arrived, it was almost closed and they only took cash. WHO CARRIES CASH?! We certainly don’t. I’ve never walked so sad in my entire life.

Until we got back home and the hubs announced he was going to the grocery store - and came back with rooter and ice cream for my favorite treat ever - rootbeer floats! We camped out on our back porch in our torn-up wicker love seat and watched Dallas chase squirrels around the yard. If only every evening could end like this…

On Julien: Tank, The Fifth Label via Anthom. Shorts, Club Monoco (old.) Bag, H&M (in stores only.) Sandals, handmade in Positano. Necklace, Crazy & Co c/o. Bracelets, Starletta Designs c/o. Sunnies, Michael Kors.

For me, this has been the year of jewelry. I’ve let go of my prior dream of looking like someone out of a Tiffany’s catalogue and totally embraced this year’s jewelry trends… I fell in love with all-things-gold, learned to layer, tried midi rings, became obsessed with oversized pearls and developed a deep love for unique pieces.

My latest jewelry love includes this gorgeous necklace from Crazy & Co (owned by one of my fave local bloggers, Tanvi!) When I saw it, I immediately thought of all my favorite dessert-inspired pieces it would pair so perfectly with. I really love it with this chunky boyfriend cardi from Free People, but couldn’t help but throw it on when I did a little shopping in my mom’s closet last week. Coolest. Mom. Ever.

Since the holidays are upon us once again, Crazy & Co has offered to give away $50 towards their jewelry collection! Because gifting yourself something awesome this holiday season is totally a thing. Browse their website and let me know your fave piece in the comments and enter using Rafflecopter below. Good luck!

On Julien: Dress, Max Studio, borrowed. Jacket, Halogen. Boots, Impo Ochoa via DSW. Necklace, Crazy & Co c/o. Earrings and bracelet, Hanuel c/o. Sunnies, Kate Spade (similar.)