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At the Beach

I was born & raised in Oregon, where the beach was just a short drive away.  The ocean water was usually freezing cold and the wind brisk, but I have so many fond memories of family day trips there – jumping waves, building bonfires and watching the sunset.  Now that we live in upstate New York, this is the closest beach that we have.  Being a lake-front instead of the ocean means it isn’t quite the same, but it’s still a fun place to come spend the day.  And every time I watch the kids playing in the sand & splashing in the water, it brings to mind all those special moments I had growing up.

What I’m wearing:

Ya Los Angeles dress c/o KiwiLook (here or here), Forever 21 shirt (similar), Dolce Vita sandals (here or similar for less here), Bracelets: Vintage, ASOS, Express (here), Dockers aviators (on sale here), Lips: Revlon Colorburst Coral

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  3. woreout says

    I grew up on the beaches of southern Maine and it took me a few summers to get used to spending the day at the lake instead of the day at the beach. I love this casual yet stunning nautical look. Your accessories and perfectly tousled top knot pull it all together.

  4. Chloe says

    Ooooh, so jealous for the beach–even if it is lake-front. I spent a lot of time at my grandma's lake-front home when I was growing up, and it really makes it "SUMMER" for me. Great outfit, and I *really* need to try those Revlon Colorburst lippies…I'm a sucker for a good coral lip!

  10. Styleclouds says

    Oh, you look beautiful! I love the striped dress with the golden sandals and accessories! Very chic! The funny thing is that to me beach childhood memories are connected with pebblestone beaches and little bays with crystal clear water in the most beautiful shades of blue and green, the Mediterranean. And up until today I don't like sand beaches. 😉 It really goes back to our childhood, doesn't it?! Have a wonderful Monday! xo, Christina

    http://www.styleclouds.de

  21. Christinah715 says

    I love this outfit! You look adorable, the dress is perfect for summer, and your bun is perfection! You're right – it's not quite the same having a lakefront instead of an ocean, but it still can be fun! My uncle has a beautiful waterfront house on Irondequoit Bay, we love going over there to visit!
    Also, what's the color on your toes?

  24. Samantha says

    Love the layering of your chambray shirt over the dress! Gives the look a laid-back feel 🙂 Oh and your bun looks amazing! Hugs xx

  27. Alyson says

    Absolutely adore!! This is so perfect for the beach. And totally random but swear you are the first person I know from Oregon. 🙂 {just a random fun alyson fact back at ya this morning morning!}

  30. Maja says

    This is such a great look. I love the high bun on you. You look fantastic!

    Maja – clotheskinksandcurls.blogspot.ca

  40. Lindsay Patrick says

    Loving that asymmetrical stripped dress! I was born & raised in Oregon and I must say our beaches are not my favorite, but I still have great memories there 🙂

    Lindsay @
    LindsayJEveryday.blogspot.com

  45. Marlena says

    your blog is absolutely amazing- i love it! and these pictures are so so pretty- i love that striped dress. and you beach days sound so nice- i have lake michigan a short block from my apartment, but there's not much you can do on a city beach. what i'd give for a bonfire night 🙂

  62. Jessica @ Here(and)Now says

    Definitely beachy chic! love the icey blue nail polish! I am headed up to visit my bf's parents in Salem, OR next month, and I can't wait to get some time in at the shore… love the ice cream shops and seal watching!
    xx
    Here&Now

  72. Lovenpraise says

    Your gorg!
    Upstate is beautiful…I wonder where you are up there? My hubby has family in Elmira/horseheads and they have houses on the finger lakes. We go there every summer. Hubby would LOVE to move where he grew up…I'm a Cali girl born and raised so NY is not happening anytime soon!!

  73. Lovenpraise says

    Your gorg!
    Upstate is beautiful…I wonder where you are up there? My hubby has family in Elmira/horseheads and they have houses on the finger lakes. We go there every summer. Hubby would LOVE to move where he grew up…I'm a Cali girl born and raised so NY is not happening anytime soon!!

  74. Lata Martinez says

    Wow! Perfect outfit for the beach. I wanted to buy this outfit and jacket for a beach weekend. You can wear perfect fitted bralette to enhance the beauty of the dress.