I like big bells...

Ok, I caved on the "statement" sleeve trend, & I have to admit that these sleeves make everything more fun! I was a little worried about the effectiveness of my hands while wearing this top (kind of like how I feel about using my arms with those off-the-shoulder-tops...), but the open slit makes the sleeves move out of your way for full hand use - SCORE! Have you ever put on dangly earrings and wanted to move your head all day... that is my exact craving with my arms in this top! I'll just be over here waving my arms in the air... like I just don't care... Have you adopted the statement sleeve trend for yourself yet?

Also - my jean shorts, sunglasses & sandals are all from Nordstrom & all staples in my Summer wardrobe. Having grown up in Arkansas, I didn't step foot in my first Nordstrom until several years after I moved to Tennessee in my mid-20s, & at first I was overwhelmed with the over abundance of choices, but over time have learned my own strategies to find everything I need & am a total Nordstrom-convert!

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is coming up (are you already sick of hearing about it - SORRY), & I wanted to share a tip for those of you who do want to shop for next season's pieces at killer prices.

Get first dibs on the sale by applying for a Nordstrom debit or credit card! If you are approved before July 9th, you will receive a $20 Nordstrom Note toward your first purchase during the sale! Plus, as a cardholder, you will receive Early Access to shop the best arrivals at their Anniversary Sale discounted prices.

If the card isn't for you, you can join Nordstrom Rewards (what I do), without applying for the credit card & you will still receive a $10 Nordstrom Note to spend on the Anniversary Sale! 

I will be putting together a list of items in my closet that are available at the Anniversary Sale shortly, but would love to know if there are any items on your wish list that you would like for me to keep an eye out for - holler at your girl :)

shirt: bell sleeve top c/o Chicwish

shorts: Levi's 501 jean shorts (I like to order my jean shorts at least 1 size up to get that "boyfriend" look; this style is also available in a black wash & with a longer, rolled hem)

sandals: Jack Rogers whipstitched flip flop (If you are indecisive about color: platinum is so versatile!)

sunglasses: Ray Ban aviators (green & gold)

All Photos | Noah Berg Photography

{shop these exact pieces}

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{ What I Wore: boutique top (old, similar linked below) // Levi's distressed denim // Nisolo Sandals // J.Crew straw tote // Kendra Scott necklace (in Abalone Shell) // Ray Ban aviators }

All Photos | Kate Davis Photo

Shop my favorite white tops:

I have had the great pleasure of attending Bonnaroo twice & it is in fact the place where Tyler said he first saw me as more than just the girl he was dating, but as someone he could spend the rest of his life with. I guess not showering for 3 days & raging until the sun comes up has that effect on people.

As we will be traveling to the west coast on vacation this coming week, there will be no Bonnaroo-ing for us this year, but that hasn't stopped me from embracing a little "festival style" in memorandum. Super distressed denim + blousey white shirts + easy accessories - all day!

My easy Summer accessories that have been on heavy rotation:

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Excited to be linking up with Mix & Match Fashion to bring you our Summer Style.

Tara is a super sweet blogger & fellow teacher. I am always blown away by her fun use of color, and creative work wear!

This Summer, my style has been all about EASY!

Since we have been living in temporary housing since June (waiting on our new place to get built!), I seriously only know where a fraction of my clothes are, & have had to get super resourceful. I was reluctant to try out the kimono trend, but in true Jessica-style, I am now eating my words. What a simple way to dress up a basic tank & shorts!

{ What I Wore to a concert: Everlane tank // kimono ℅ Shop Dress Up // shorts ℅ Levi's // booties ℅ Off Broadway shoes (similar 1, 2, 3) // sunglasses ℅ Krewe Optic (similar) // Kendra Scott druzy earrings & arrowhead necklace // bar necklace ℅ Gorjana }

all photos | Alyssa Torrech Photography

Shop more amazing kimonos from Shop Dress Up here. 

Have you rocked the kimono yet? Please share you best styling secrets with me!

Show us your Summer Style with the linkup below!

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{ What I Wore for weekend errands: J.Crew chambray top // shorts ℅ Levi's (currently running a 30% off sale promo) // Michael Kors "jet set" cross body purse // Birkenstock "Arizona" sandals // sunglasses ℅ Ozeal }

all photos | Alyssa Torrech Photography

What you see here is just a tiny sliver of what I wear… in a good week, I share 3 outfit photos, and I assure you I get dressed everyday. Somedays I go to work in one outfit, then come home and change for the evening activities. On the weekends I sometimes change a lot, depending on my mood, the weather, spilling things on myself (they don't call me Messica Jessica for nothing), etc. That is just to say, what I share here are the outfits that I like the most, the ones that I hope you will like to. I have bad outfit days, and times when I feel downright frumpy/sloppy/uncute.

I think my Birks are the epitome of this whole situation. I have had these shoes since college, the last time they made an appearance on the "cool" radar cycle. And I have never stopped wearing them since. They did however not make it on the blog much in the last 3 years because they were too crunchy, off the beaten path, uncool. And for that I apologize. I want to do a better job about documenting my outfits. The ones I wear just to the grocery store. What I throw on for a last minute get together. Just everyday me!

Are there outfits that you don't share? What are you looking for in a personal style blog?

And where do you stand on the whole Birks situation??

Don't forget to enter to win the GORGEOUS HalfUnited necklace on the blog!

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{ What I Wore to the beach: top ℅ MiH jeans // shorts ℅ Levi's // old black wedges (my current favorites) // J.Crew Panama hat // Victoria's Secret crochet swimsuit (as seen on Insta) // sunglasses ℅ Ozeal Glasses }

When you are on your honeymoon it is always a good idea to dress up, take your bottle of room service champagne & watch the sunset. And yes, in island life, this is "dressed up".

I hope you have a "dress up for no reason" kind of Friday!

Apologizes upfront for living in this combination for the rest of the Summer!

Still looking for your Summer shorts? These Levi's 501 shorts are made of the softest denim & come perfectly broken in. Shop all the cute options here.

#Equipped for Summer

Sum-sum-summa time! I have already been loving my Levi 501 shorts with layers for Spring, but it is now officially cut-off short season, let the layers be shed! (Happy Freaking Long Weekend!)

While the first day of Summer is a few weeks away, the Nashville weather says otherwise. This weekend I am hoping to cross some items off my Summer bucket list - pool side BBQ, farmer's market shopping & maybe getting adventurous & canoeing the Harpeth River. Regardless of the plans, my Levi's will be right there with me!

Get #equipped for Summer epicness with perfectly distressed shorts. Shop the Levi's 501 cutoffs & be sure to share what is on your Summer bucket list in the comments!

#Equipped for ______. 

Festivals (Bonnaroo!!). Biking. Pool side lounging. Al fresco dining. Being a tourist in your own town.

I've already been dreaming of Summer - road trips, hanging outside with friends, pools, flips flips & shorts! Check out how I will #Equipped for the Summer on the Pinterest board I created:

Follow Jessica S's board #Equipped for Summer on Pinterest.

This post is sponsored by Levi's but my love of my #Levis501 shorts is all my own. 

Bloggers Who Budget: Denim

Well, I'm BACK! The wedding was beyond everything we imagined & more. The honeymoon was seriously dreamy. And we have greatly enjoyed our first few weeks as Mr. & Mrs. off the grid. Thank you for all your sweet words during this special time! 

Also, the lovely guest posters deserve another big thank you (be sure to check them out!!): Becky of The Pumpkin Spot (Summer short suit), Katie of Pearls & Twirls (blush + navy), Rebecca of Rebecca Lately (affordable wedding makeup), Lauren of Fizz and Frosting (maternity wedding guest style), Tiffani of Creative Designs & Events (on hiring a wedding planner), Helene of Helene In Between (top 5 wedding guest tips), Elle of Living in Color Style (citrus Summer style), Sarah of The Adventures of Ernie Bufflo (planning a pre-Pinterest wedding).

As I said on Instagram, I will be waiting to share all of the wedding goodness unit the first week in June. That way I can share it all in one big "wedding week" scoop… so if weddings aren't your thing, you can skip that week, but if you want to see all the nitty gritty details, stay tuned! (Sneak some peeks in the mean time through our official hashtag on Instagram/Twitter #McMarriage2014)

I am also sitting on some really fun collaborations that I can't wait to share with you - this Summer is going to be FUN! 

Today I am getting back into my blogging groove with the lovely Bloggers Who Budget - sharing our Summer denim styles under $75. These cut off Levi's were clutch while enjoying the beaches of Antigua, & I also loved dressing them up a bit for our most recent Nashville Style Collective meeting. How do you rock your denim during the Summer months?

Check out how these budgeting babes style their skinny jeans, white denim, chambray, vests, & denim dresses for warmer months ahead:

Sharing My Sole | The Style Letters | Let It Be Beautiful | Here & Now | Pearls & Twirls | Stylin in St. Louis | Living in Color | The Pumpkin Spot

{ What I Wore to a Nashville Style Collective meeting: Urban Outfitters blazer // tee ℅ Style Lately // shorts ℅ Levi's // DSW booties // Macy's tassel neklace // Michael Kors watch // Ray Ban sunglasses }

FIT TIP: order these shorts 2 sizes up for the "boyfriend" relaxed fit (I am usually a 26 & am wearing a size 28 in these shorts)

P.S. Be sure to meet this month's Blogger in the Spotlight & enter her $50 J.Crew gift card giveaway! 

P.P.S See how I wore this tee for running errands, & these shorts for a weekend concert (trying to do more "remixing" on the blog in the coming days!)