This time of year, is the best time of year. The temperatures are warming up, the days are longer and the excitement of summer is building. Not only am I excited about the long summer days ahead, I’m excited about our new home finally being complete! Since starting this process in July, the waiting, decision making and well, the waiting has been killing me! So, I’ve been trying to distract myself by changing my mind a million times about my interior doors/doorknobs/floors/anything else that goes into a house and by doing what I do best, shopping.
I did a little shopping for home decor early on and then my indecisiveness started to get the best of me. So I switched gears and started taking up stock of summer items. A small taste of warm temps in February made me rush to the store for a pair of shorts, that I wore once and then subsequently stocked up on more shorts and sandals that sat in my closet waiting to be worn.
Well shorts, your time has come.
Despite the fact that I’m in serious need of a tan, these hot pink J. Crew Factory Chinos give me a little color! I’ve worn this top in a previous post, which is pretty much a reflection of how much I’ve been wearing it lately. Another thing I’m loving about this outfit is the House of Harlow necklace I’m wearing. The necklace was a part of my Rocksbox this month. (you can try Rocksbox for free for a month with code brookebff17) I’ve been a Rocksbox member now for about a year and half and still love getting my new box each month. Mainly because I feel like I get to try on jewelry I wouldn’t actually pick out for myself, it helps me step out of my box!
Next, I’m excited to finally get to pull these cute shorts out of hiding. I scored these LOFT Riviera Shorts on a 40% off sale a couple of months ago. They had a small stack tucked away that were on sale and they were literally all my size, which is a hard size to find. I felt like it was meant for me to have a pair. Even though I wanted to buy them all, I chose this striped pair! They are made from a heavy fabric, so they don’t ride up and the length is perfect! I’m definitely going to pick up a few more pairs! I’ve also been wearing this J. Crew Factory top a lot lately. It has a nice comfortable fit, but it is a little sheer, so it requires an under shirt, but that’s no big deal.
How about you, are you loving being able to break out your warm weather wardrobe?
– Brooke
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Such cute shorts!!
Jaymie
I looove those striped shorts, I need to get some more pairs in my wardrobe as well. It’s been really awkward weather lately where I live, but hopefully we’ll get warmer weather soon. I can’t wait to bring on the shorts and the dresses too. Have a lovely day, girls! 🙂
So excited for summer too & you are super cute in both of these shorts! Thanks again for hosting ladies:)
Marta
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I love these outfits with shorts! So cute and such great color combinations!
Red Reticule
Whoohoo for shorts weather and so excited to see your new home. It will be so fun decorating it!! You wear shorts so well…the perfect legs HOT mama!!
I usually do not like shorts on myself but I recently bought a few pairs of patterned ones that I love. Mine are still in hiding as the warm weather where I live has yet to show its pretty face! I think today and tomorrow I may be able to bring the shorts out of hiding, but back to high temperatures in the 50’s for us! So, I say with a bit of jealousy, you look fabulous in your shorts!
Good choices on the shorts! Waiting is never fun but hang in there. I totally am ready for summer too!
I’m patiently waiting for shorts weather. Those shorts look great on you! Love the color combo of the first look and the texture mix of the second! I’m so excited to see your new home!
Jill
Doused In Pink
Yay for shorts weather! I bet you are getting so excited for the completion of your home! I ope it gets finished early for you!
xo, Whitney and Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
I bought a lot of new shorts this spring and I can’t wait to wear them. I love the bright ones you got! Oh, and your new home is going to be so nice!
Carrie
curlycraftymom.com
I need those LOFT shorts in my life! They are such a nice pattern without being too cutesy!
What an effortless look -love the short shorts! Thank you for hosting.
Cherie
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You look adorable. I love both tops and shorts. I am wearing shorts for the first time this year – in today’s blog post – come check them out. I got two pairs of the Riviera ones from Loft too and I think my striped pair is the one you have too. Happy Hump Day!
P.S. Congrats on the home and all the design and decor. Show us pictures when it’s done.
Yay for lovely shorts season – LOFT has the best collection indeed!
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Loving both of these pairs of shorts on you! This is the best time of year. And waiting on your house would be hard!
Amy Ann
Straight A Style
Fun shorts! I need to up my shorts game.
I just bought a couple pairs of shorts also—it’s so nice to have variety with the warmer weather!!
Your striped shorts are my faves!!
jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
thanks so much for hosting!!
I just bought a couple pair of shorts and need to start wearing them. Love the pretty stripe one!
Thank you for hosting and hope you are having a fab week!
Alice
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I need to get some more shorts for the summer too, although first I need to lose a pound or two so I can fit into my shorts from last year and not have to buy all new shorts! haha 🙂 Motivation right there. Love those hot pink shorts! Those are my jam.
I am so with you, I LOVE this time of year! I’m also much better at making closet decisions vs home decor decisions, so I don’t blame you for switching shopping gears 🙂 Love both looks, especially the bright coral shorts and navy top, such a pretty combo!
Lucky you to be able to wear shorts already! I love the pair of shorts in the second photo!
I can’t wait for it to be warm enough here to wear shorts! I love both of your pairs, but have to say those hot pink shorts are so fun!
Rachael
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I can’t wait to pull out my shorts. Another month or so until it’s really warm enough here! Love both of these outfits – so pretty! Love the Riviera shorts from loft!
Those lace up flats are so cute! You look beautiful. 🙂
Rachel
Simply Rachel Nicole
Those LOFT shorts are so cute! I am so ready for warmer days – and some sunshine.
Lisa
Daily Style Finds
Cute outfits perfect for summer!
These are some pretty chic summer ready looks! I especially love your lace up flats and the shorts your rocking in the second pic!
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Those shorts look so cute! We getting ready for Winter over here
Beauty Candy Loves
you’re rocking those shorts! so pretty!
Love your outfit, and love your smile
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I’m with you on needing a tan haha! These neon pink shorts are so fun — definitely need them in my closet!
xo, Rachel
A Blonde’s Moment
Two really cute looks which fits you perfectly 🙂
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I love that first pair so much! So bright and cheery!
Great choices in shorts, I love how summery these are.
Rachel xo
http://garaytreasures.com
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I love both of these looks!!
Brittany,
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Gorgeous looks!!! Simple but chic and fun! 🙂
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Both pairs of shorts look great, but the striped ones are my favourite! 🙂 I tend to get a little ahead of myself and buy stuff before I can wear it too – usually as I shop the sales and don’t always have the right weather to wear it lots after I buy it! 🙂
Away From The Blue Blog
Those flats are sooo cute. You are rocking every outfit <3
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Love the striped shorts. So cute and perfect for summer. xo ~ Megan The Fashionista Momma
Love these looks! They are perfect for spring/summer. Thanks for linking up with me.
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Thank you Daphnee!
Thanks Monica!
Thanks Megan!
Thank you!
Those are my favorite too!
Thanks Rita!
Thanks Brittany!
Thanks for stopping by Dara!
Thanks Rachel!
Thanks Amanda!
🙂 Thanks so much!
It’s always a little iffy when you break out those winter white legs, haha!
Aw thats sweet! Thank you!
Thank you Sarah!!
Oh man! I’ll be jealous of you when our winter rolls back around and you’re basking in the sunshine!
Thank you Lanae!
LOFT has the best shorts!
Thank you Rachel! I’ve been wearing them non stop!
Bring on the warmer temps!!
Thanks Rachael!! I’m so ready for consistent warmer temps!
Thanks Amy!! We’ve had a lot of warm days but then theres another cold day that throws me off!
I’m glad I’m not alone!! The struggle is so real!
Haha! You can do it!!! But, hey an excuse to buy new clothes is fun too!
Hope you’re having a fab week too Alice!
Yes!! Love buying up shorts when it starts to get warm.
Thanks Deena!
It’s killing me!! I’m hoping it will be wrapping up soon!
They do!!
Shorts twins!!! Thanks Ada!
Thanks Cherie!
Do itttttt!! I love them!
Thanks Carrie!! I hope so, I just can’t wait for it to be done!!
We are so excited but I can hardly wait any longer!!
Yay!! Thanks Jill! I can’t wait to share pictures!
Thanks Carrie!! 🙂
Oh man!!! I hope it warms up soon!!!
I’m so excited to get decorating, I hope I can pull out some skills from somewhere, haha!!
Thanks Marta!!
Thank you Bogi!!
I will admit I was too quick to think we were in the clear for warm weather, it turned cold again, haha!
Thanks Jaymie!
Both of these looks are extremely cute!!! Especially the second pair of shorts! I think I need a pair!!
Xoxo
Serein
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