Monday, May 28, 2012

Memorial Day

Yay for long weekends! I've loved having four days off to recoup. I've spent a lot of time this weekend out with friends, seeing good bands, eating lots of food, watching movies and sleeping in tons. It was super desperately needed. Well, Memorial Day marks the "beginning" of summer, right? The weather is here to prove it. 90 degrees today. I'm currently in my studio just sweating it out. Don't worry, the cake batter ice-cream helped earlier today.


Spring flew by in two seconds, it felt like. I always feel a tad guilty running a personal style blog in summer because I dress so simply. In Michigan, the summers are always so hot and humid. All you ever feel like wearing is a simple cotton skirt/top or dress with sandals. I'll try to keep the creativity up, but don't expect much. ;)


I also just wanted to quickly say... thank you for your amazing support regarding my previous post. I've received over 200 emails from people who are going through the same situation or have gone through something similar. Most of the emails are 5-6 paragraphs long and insanely detailed and so heartfelt. There were several that brought me to tears. So thank you. I would love more than anything to respond to every single one, but I'm sorry if I can't. But I just wanted to say here that I read every single one (probably twice) and it means more than you know. Thank you.


Thank you to Lily for taking my photos!

Outfit details:
Forever 21 skirt
Francesca's Collections bandeau
Outer Bank on It sandal in yellow c/o ModCloth

39 comments:

Marie @ Lemondrop Vintage said...

Totally challenging to dress here already, I miss layering because it's the creative part of getting dressed. But the sundress is now my best friend. Hello, summer.
Marie @
Lemondrop ViNtAge

Vanessa F. said...

I do admire you so much, Tieka!
Be strong, girl. You have people all over the worl to support you. I am from Brazil and I can't describe how much I am in love with your outfits <3

Melody said...

I feel the same way about summer dressing. Lately, I'm living in cut off shorts and cotton t-shirts. It's time to get creative!
I love this outfit your wearing, especially those cute yellow sandals!

Virginie Bélanger said...

Oh those sandals, swoon-a-loon!

I love your style all seasons but discovered your blog in Summer and totally fell in love, so no worries about your "simpler" style, we love it!

I'm glad to see you are enjoying life and having a smiley outlook on things, life's challenges always bring the most unexpected blessings in the end :)

Have a great week pretty girl,

Virginie xo

Girl and Closet said...

Tieka, I've been thinking about you so much, and sending lots of good vibes your way!! How wonderful to see a post from you and get a little update - it sounds like you're filling your days with lots of great times & friends!! And as always, you are such an inspiration!! I adore you, lady!!

And this outfit?! Which, I excitedly previewed on instagram last night is insanely adorable! I love the pop of yellow, what a fantastic choice! And these photos are so great + you look so pretty. Thrilled to discover Lily's blog - what a cutie!! xo

Shannon said...

You look radiant and beautiful. So glad you had a fun weekend. I saw a lot of great bands this weekend as well. :)

I wish you the best with everything. You are so brave to be so honest on your blog. I know what you're going through must be difficult, but I know you are making the right decision and I applaud you for your strength.

xo,
http://shannonhearts.blogspot.com/

irene wibowo said...

hi Tieka, so glad you have a fun weekend. :) everything happens for some reasons right? I wish you the best with everything. Keep believe in life. :)


I like your outfit. :)

Irene Wibowo

CarleeJ said...

I know what you mean, once the weather gets hots you just want to through on something easy. I love your yellow sandals!
Carlee

http://allthingsaveragegirl.blogspot.com/

Cori Morgan said...

Lovely lovely outfits. I really like the top! And I hope everything is going well for you lately doll. xoxo

ellesdaughter.blogspot.com

hannah said...

Lovely outfit. To be honest I love personal style bloggers whose outfits are something that I really feel is attainable and like I would wear - your blog definitely fits the bill! Glad to hear you got the chance to recharge a bit over the weekend x

L. said...

This outfit is so gorgeous, and I love the pop of yellow on your feet- gives just the right springy touch! And I'm so sorry to hear about you and Brett, I genuinely wish both of you the best through this difficult time and I admire you so much for still being able to get up in the morning, get dressed fabulously and run a fantastic blog. You're a fashion hero and a female hero- we're all rooting for you girl!!

<3, L.
www.missionfashionable.com

eleanor said...

Don't be so modest - your summer outfits are adorable! I've been following you long enough to know ;) I love everything about this post - but mostly how happy and gorgeous you look. Your long weekend sounds perfectly amazing, too!

And I am so excited to see you wearing salwater sandals!! I bought the fuschia pair from Modcloth a few weeks ago (again, style twin) and now I want them in every colour.. even though I won't be able to wear them for another 6 months! Hehe.

perfumehk said...

So Pretty , simple and beautiful dress. amazing pictures.
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Beverly said...

love the pop of color your shoes brings this summery outfit!!

Kaili Clark said...

You're a completely beautiful person in every way. Never change. Stay strong. There's something better for you just around the corner! In the end it will all be okay, if it's not okay, it's not the end. You will always be one of my favorite bloggers! :)
-Kaili

Leila said...

Super beautiful outfit. Was it really 90 there today?! It was around 60 here in the Bay, booooo. ;P

Angel Hendricks said...

your style is so cute and bubbly i love it

Laura said...

Such a cute outfit, I love those adorable yellow sandals!
L x

http://whimsicalnothings-laura.blogspot.co.uk/

Saar said...

Simple or not... Your outfit looks SO great! :D Over here in Belgium we had a long weekend too and some really really nice weather, such a shame I have to study so i'm not able to enjoy it. *sigh* But I'm hoping for a nice summer!

Love,
Saar

Barborka said...

Skirt ♥

Chunny said...

It seems like your photos brings out the happy aura in you. You'll never know that girl is having a hard time in the past. Cheer up dear! =)


http://sassychunny.blogspot.com/

Sally Ann said...

You look so darling. I love that I can tell someone ELSE took there. She captured you well. Especially the horizontal one of you! Love it.

Have a great week!!

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Pretty Modest Bffs said...

LOVE the skirt and neon sandles! you have an adorable style. :)
Lizzy
www.prettymodestbffs.blogspot.com

Katrina said...

Such a perfect summer outfit! Nothing wrong with simple outfits when it's hot and sticky!

I have those sandals in red and I am obsessed. Aren't they so comfy?!

xx, Katrina
Sparkle is a Color

The Braided Bandit said...

Girl, you are amazing! Simple style is better anyway, it is practical, looks great, and is actually approachable. I love that you disposition is remaining so sunny, thanks for being such a positive role model!
xo Hannah

Kelly @ Fashion or Fiction said...

I love those sandals! I actually found this blog because I was searching for photos of people actually wearing them. They look great on you. I was a little worried that they would make me look short, but I might not care!

Kelly

Seeking Style said...

Glad that you're doing so well :)

xo Jennifer

http://seekingstyleblog.wordpress.com

bridget anne said...

you've got the most darling head of hair!

Sophie said...

i'm glad to see your pretty smile! you are a very brave person and the honesty of your last post really impressed and touched me. keep on trucking!

Katie's Bliss said...

Love your dress! And you look great in glasses :)

KatiesBliss.com

Jasmine, Transient Withdrawal said...

Love this Tieka! I think I'm going to get a pair of those sandals for myself! They just finish up your outfit so nicely! So glad you had a good long weekend! Love ya!<3

His Little Lady said...

you are so loved! i'm so happy to hear that you are doing better and that people keep continuing their support. you are amazing!
and regards to your style, you never stop amazing me :)
xo TJ

sweet harvest moon said...

Pretty! Love the yellow touch with the sandals

mooseinchartreuse said...

This outfit is adorable, even if it's "simple" for summer. Summer is supposed to be simple! Plus those sandals are awesome.
C Marcia (Sequins)

hannah said...

You look adorable! I have to say, I find layering to be a challenge, so am struggling with winter right now!

Natasha Foster said...

the outfit is cute, the skkirt looks good on you, i have the same skirt

BuenoBueno said...

loving those frames! I'm so bummed I lost mine at the Bleubird wedding. Dang dance floors. I might need to look into Warby Parker
xo!
K

gothic victorian dresses said...

Love the outfit!You looks so cute!The sandals are awesome!