Ahh another week in the books. This week totally flew by for me. My aunt was in town over the weekend, and on Monday we went to the opera. I’d never been to the opera before, so it was super exciting to see. I’ve always been a huge fan of the arts, since I danced and skated for so much of my life. I have to say the opera is mostly a) people being really really dramatic, b) singing things that could be said in about 3 seconds, and c) a lot of dying. I thoroughly enjoyed it! Hopefully I’ll get to some more in the future.
I also spent a lot of time working on the blog this week (this is my fourth post!). I’ve been working on being much clearer with my branding, and I realized I’ve been a little lackadaisical about my fashion posts. Even though I’m sharing outfits every day on Instagram, I owe you more fashion posts here. So this week I shared a bunch of cute summer maxi skirts, and I’m working on next week’s fashion post for you!
Oh! And before I forget, I’ve got a small job update. I’ve been majorly stressed on that front lately, but I’m going to be doing some work with Jon’s company twice a week. I’m actually quite excited because I’ll have some income, but will also still have time to blog. I’m really hoping that someday in the future I’ll be able to make a living off kelseyybarnes.com, but for now I’m excited to have the time to write and produce and grow!
Anyhow, enough rambling. Enjoy my Friday Favorites below, and have a great weekend!
Xx, Kelsey
FRIDAY FAVORITES: WEEK 5
I wore this Mango dress for the opera, and I’m obsessed with the bow detail in the back. It’s also a shift cut, and soooo flattering from the front too.
Asos is having a big sale right now (up to 60% off!!), and I’m in love with this $16 swing dress, this lemon print top that’s now only $24, and this $29 one-piece swimsuit that’s perfect for the Fourth of July.
Speaking of Asos, I mentioned that I’m in a wedding in August, and my bridesmaid dress options just came in the mail. I ordered this flattering blush number, and this embellished grey one. I won’t tell you which I’m going with, though. That’s a surprise for August!
Jon recommended this ESPN 30-for-30 podcast for me about Bikram yoga. I used to listen to a lot of podcasts when I had to commute on the subway in NYC, but haven’t really listened to many now that I don’t commute. I’m not someone who can multi-task with a podcast. I need to give it my full attention. But this will probably be good to listen to when I commute to work next month.
I’ve developed a real affinity for white shoes lately. In particular, my favorites are some white backless loafers like these or these or some flats.
These Dolce & Gabbana sunglasses. I tried them on in a shop in Croatia, and I’ve been on the search for a pair that’s (way!) less expensive. If you see some, let me know!
Lastly, keep an eye out in the next week or two for an Instagram Roundup post. I shared how to shop my Instagram this week on the blog, and I’m going to start monthly posts to share outfit details and sizing/fit. Especially since I love Zara so much and can’t link via LTK.
OUTFIT DETAILS:
Mango bow detail dress | Zara block heels | Michael Kors bag (this is my go-to bag, but love how it can be dressed up with the right outfit!)
