Fringe Benefits

// (1) // (2) // (3) // (4) // (5) // (6 - cute alternative) // (7) // (8) //

// (9) (budget friendly bracelet here) // (10) // (11) // (12) // (13) // (14) //

For those who live in the north or midwest, I'm sure you can understand my feeling that winter has had its fair share of calendar time and should move aside to let spring make its appearance. Where I live, we only had two days of sun in the entire month of January. 

TWO. 

DAYS. 

While I've been doing my best to practice the trendy and clever Hygge lifestyle the Danish have perfected (aka lots of coffee wrapped up in all the blankets), the thing that seems to get me by the best is planning trips to places that are warm, tropical, and full of sunshine. Even if sometimes the trips are just dreamy ideas. Fortunately for me, I have a trip to Hawaii on the books in a couple months! I will be going to Kauai for one week with a few days spent in Oahu (first timer here, so any recommendations would be greatly appreciated)!

While I wish I was getting on the plane right now to head for the north shores of Oahu, imagining myself wearing all of these different items while sipping a Pina Colada and watching the surfers catch some waves will have to do for now.

Camel x Navy: My Last-Second Look

Comfort vs. Style ;)

 Hat - gift shop (similar) | Raincoat - Tory Burch (old, love this one) | Vest - J.Crew | Sweater - J.Crew | Top - J.Crew Factory (similar) | Jeans - AG Jeans | Shoes - New Balance | Earrings - J.Crew | Purse - J.Crew

The weatherman was spot on with his forecast for this weekend: it was chilly and rainy all day Saturday until the evening where we were blessed with bitter cold but spectacular sunset views over the bay.

As soon as I saw the weather was going to be as predicted, I grabbed for my go-to outfit without a second thought (also seen in this post). I wear this look quite frequently in cooler temperatures like this as it is comfortable but stylish and I feel put-together when I wear it, the pieces have a more timeless look so they work for both casual and more upscale events (usually trade out my jeans for ones without holes when that's the case), and the layers allow me to adjust to the temperatures as the day progresses.

I have a few other looks that act as a sort of security blanket I rotate through in my closet. For someone who frequently oversleeps and has to get ready for work in 10-15 minutes, these looks are lifesavers; I can always rely on to grab them in a pinch and look like I spent more time getting ready! 

Hope you all had a great weekend! 

-Meagan-

P.S. If you're interested in following me around on instagram (some pics from the 'gram featured above) and can bear my attempts at being funny, you can find me at @meagancreutz :)

Prints X Purple

 Dress- Obey | Sweater - Max Studio (similar) | Shoes - Tahari (nearly identical pair here) | Purse - J.Crew (old, love this mini bucket bag!) | Shades - Ray-Ban

Lately you can find me oftentimes in soft colors and flowy pieces. As Michigan is surrounded 3/4 by water, we have very humid summers where too many layers means within 15 minutes of being outside, you are going to be drenched and your clothes sticking to your skin. 

The airiness of this dress and sweater (to keep the sun off my shoulders and the rest of the time around my waist because you know, it's hot) feels so apt for the season and there is nothing better than being comfortable when dressing up!

 What pieces do you gravitate towards in warmer weather?

-Meagan-

Ripped Denim x Neon

 Top - Forever 21 (old, very similar option here) | Cami - J.Crew Factory (on sale!) | Jeans - AG Adriano Goldschmied | Shoes - J.Crew (old, cute pair here) | Clutch - J.Crew Factory (love this option) | Shades - Ray-Ban

 I wore this outfit to a Cinco de Mayo party a few weeks ago and had to recycle it again this weekend. It's finally summer weather and while I love my neutrals (I sometimes wonder if gray is my favorite color), I can't resist a look with a good pop of color!

I had accidentally shrunk the top (I'm apparently still learning how to do laundry) and it had been sitting in my closet pretty much since I wore it on my Italy trip (post here). Luckily, crop tops are in now and I don't feel as silly wearing it out and about. I layered it with a cami that perfectly matched the embroidery for a weekend gathering to be a little more family friendly.

I hope everyone had a fabulous weekend with family and friends!

-Meagan-

 Side story: I thought this shirt was ruined at the Cinco party after a whole glass of red sangria spilled on my back (risks of taking group photos at a party centered around tequila I guess ;) ). By some miracle I managed to get the entire thing out! It may be shrunk, but it isn't stained :)

Gingham x Leather

 Dress - Marc by Marc Jacobs | Jacket - Miss Selfridge (similar) | Heels - Madewell (cute alternate here!) | Shades - Banana Republic (love these) | Clutch - J.Crew Factory | Pearls - Graduation Gift, options available here

I scooped up this dress during an online sale a little while ago and had been patiently waiting for the change to wear it out. The style and pink gingham pattern are so feminine and I officially fell in love when I noticed its little details (bow in the back and there's actually a cellphone pocket in the front!).

 Happy MDW, everyone!

-Meagan-

PSA: With all the activities on Memorial Day happening, remember to apply sunscreen! I learned my lesson yesterday when I forgot to put some on for a track meet where I sat in the sun all day. Needless to say, I'm pretty pink and sore (as you can see in some of these pictures). I'm taking this experience as a sign I need to invest in a cute sun hat :)

Flower Child

 Jacket - Mango (old) | Dress - Somedays Lovin | Shoes - Jeffrey Campbell (similar on sale here!) | Purse - J.Crew (old, cute alternative here) | Shades - Prada

I don't know about you, but I love my sleep. Most mornings I hit my snooze button for an hour (anyone who has ever had to share a room with me knows this all too well), only to wake up 15 minutes before I'm supposed to leave, grabbing anything in sight and running out the door.

Now that Michigan is starting to thaw out, maxi dresses are the perfect solution for my fifteen minute power prep. They are simple, chic, and give off the appearance that you took the time to put yourself together, when you secretly know you literally got ready in five minutes.

Maxi dresses may be reinforcing my bad habits, but hey, they are cute and if I can get an extra thirty minutes of Zzz's, then that's fine by me:)

Happy Memorial Day weekend! 

-Meagan-

70's Vibe - Through Rose Colored Glasses

Clockwise from top left: Shades | Denim Jacket | Jeans | T-Shirt | Purse | Dress | Shades | Sandals | Jacket | Purse | Jeans | Crop Top

Maybe it's the flowers blossoming or music festival season beginning to kick into high-gear, but I've been really feeling drawn to the influences from 70's fashion. The fringe jackets, lacy details, and rosy pinks are leaving me wanting to hop on the next plane, fly out west, and saddle up on a horse and ride through the desert. In the meantime, I'll keep dreaming and think of outfit ideas to look the part ;) 

-Meagan-