.Red, White & Tulle.

Skirt, c/o Bliss Tulle // Dress {worn as blouse} Jcrew Factory {old, cute option here & here} // Heels, Old Navy // Necklace, c/o Kute N Klever // Bracelets, Jcrew, Jcrew, c/o Sage K. & Co. // Sunnies, Karen Walker // Lips, Revlon 'Love That Red' // Nails, Essie 'Bikini So Teeny'

Hello loves! I'm back today with my final and favorite red, white and blue look in honor of the 4th of July! It's absolutely no secret that I love anything and everything girly. I live for dresses and skirts that I can twirl in. One of my favorite things after a long day of work, is coming home and playing dress up in my closet. I could spend hours coming up with outfits that make me feel feminine, ladylike, and confident. This lace tulle skirt from Bliss Tulle is all of those things and more. From the moment I first slipped on this ivory lace tulle skirt, I knew I was never going to want to take it off. It's everything I ever dreamed of. It seriously looks perfect with everything I pair it with and trust me I just about tried on every blouse that I own with it! Today I chose to dress it up with a fun patriotic flair. Seeing that I live in San Diego, taking it to the beach seemed like the right thing to do! I honestly couldn't love this skirt more and I'm already making a wish list a mile long with every color I want! 

Make sure you follow Christine on Instagram {here} so you can check all the lovely skirts she has to offer! She has just about every color under the rainbow and the CUTEST polka dot one you've ever seen! 

Hope everyone has the best 4th of July :)

P.S. Don't forget to enter the Dawlens glittered monogram mason jar tumbler giveaway I have going on right now! Winner will be announced Saturday July 5th.

XOXO, Kayla 

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.Darling x Dawlens.

Blouse, Forever 21 {not online} // Skirt, Gap {old, similar here & here & just for fun!} // Necklace, c/o In Pink  // Bracelets, c/o Sage. K & Co., Jcrew, Jcrew // Heels, Kohls //Sunnies, Karen Walker // Nails, Essie 'Bikini So Teeny' // Lips, Revlon 'Love That Red' // Mason jar Tumbler, c/o Dawlens

In my last post I mentioned this weeks post would be all about red, white and blue! I'm really excited about the 4th of July quickly approaching. I've been pinning my little heart out trying to plan my mani, outfit, and delicious treats I'm going to be cooking. I have been trying to add little patriotic punches to all my outfits over the last week. I don't know what else says Happy 4th of July like red, white polka dots, and a sequin blue skirt!

Fact, I have a slight obsession, borderline problem with buying really cute cups. I try to drink at least 8 cups of water a day just like the doctor ordered! I am firm believer the cuter the cup the easier it is to drink your water! I also am a huge believer that if you're going to be attending an event, BBQ, or just sitting poolside, your cup should be just as cute as your outfit! It's technically an accessory right?! Well, I don't know about you, but I like my accessories to be cute and fun! Enter Dawlens to the rescue! This Esty shop, ran by the sweet and creative Lindsey from Florida, is one of my favorite daily shopping stops online. She has you covered from the glittered mason jars, personalized acrylic stemless wine glasses and not to mention the too cute leopard tumblers! Almost everything is topped with a giant bow & your monogram!! Try to buy just one, I dare you!!

That brings me to my really EXCITING news! One lucky reader will be winning a glittered mason jar tumbler. The really awesome part is you get to customize it with whatever colors you want for the monogram and bow! I seriously wish I could enter with you guys, I'm dying for one in every color! Also, just because I love you guys, I'm throwing in a bottle of my all time FAV blue polish, Essie's 'Bikini So Teeny'! It's the perfect creamy blue for summer!

{Pssst...With wedding season upon us these cups would make the cutest wedding/bridal party gift!!}

Rules to Enter Giveaway:

*Re-post the picture below using #adarling4thgiveaway on Instagram

*Make sure you are following myself {here} & Dawlens {here} on Instagram

*Follow A Darling Dream on Bloglovin'

Additional Entries: 

*Like A Darling Dream on Facebook

*Leave a comment telling me your favorite summer accessory

{The winner will be announced Saturday July 5th via Instagram!}

XOXO, Kayla

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.Little White Dress.

Dress, c/o Darling Clothes {not online, loving!} // Shoes, MIA via Nordstrom Rack {not online, similar} // Necklace, Jcrew {old, almost identical here} // Bracelets, c/o Sage K. & Co, Jcrew, Jcrew {old, similar} // Sunnies, Karen Walker // Purse, Michael Kors {old, similar}  

This season I have been having a full blown love affair with the LWD, also know as the little white dress.  Every time I go shopping, I seem to find a new one that I can't help but go home with. I have posted a couple of my favorites here and here, but this one from Darling Clothes has to take the cake.  From the A-line silhouette, to the simple pleating in front, I find that it's such a fun and flattering dress. 

This is the perfect white dress for any occasion.

Stay tuned because in honor of the 4th of July this weeks posts will all be red, white and blue! There's even a really fun giveaway that you're not going to want to miss!!

XOXO, Kayla

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.Paisley.

Blouse, c/o Dex // Skirt, Jcrew {old, loving this, this & this}// Necklace, Mindy Mae's Market // Bracelets, Jcrew, Jcrew {old, similar here}, c/o Sage K. & Co. // Sunnies, Karen Walker // Heels, Kohls {on sale!}

A couple years ago I had a part time job at Jcrew and it was the best! I mostly worked there for the discount, but can you blame a girl?! As you probably guessed by now, I would spend my entire paycheck and some every week taking advantage of all the great deals. This skirt was one of the many purchases I made over the months I worked there. I recently came across it when I was cleaning out my closet.  I couldn't bring myself to part with this skirt just yet. I'm not a huge fan of paisley pattern, but the way it's paired with the bubble skirt, I really do love the design of this one. I think this skirt will be getting a lot of love this summer! Unfortunately since it is an older item, there's no way for me to link it up, but I did link some other really fun skirts that's I'm crushing on at the top for you!

Today I also want to introduce you girls to a clothing brand that has stolen my heart. If you haven't heard of Dex Clothing then you are seriously missing out! They're a Canadian brand that have set out to make looking good effortless. They have truly accomplished this! They are currently being sold at some of your favorite retailers. One of the main one's, being my favorite, Nordstrom. I'm beyond smitten with this silky embroidered top. I have already worn it a couple different ways. Tyler even told me he liked my top, that doesn't always happen :) I love the way it looks paired with the skirt for a more put together look. I think this look would be perfect for brunch with your girls or even a summer date night! Their website is almost finished, but in the meantime you can check out their lookbook {here} Also, make sure to follow them on  Instagram & Facebook.

Here's a couple pieces that are currently being sold at Nordstrom that I am dying for!

{LOVING! , LOVING! & LOVING!}

XOXO, Kayla 

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.Sky Blue.

Dress, c/o Darling Clothes // Necklace, c/o Socal Gems // Heels, Shoemint {join the wait list here, loving these!} // Bracelets, Jcrew {old, similar here }, c/o Sage K. & Co. // Sunnies, Charlotte Russe {not available online, similar here} // Purse, Tory Burch // Lips, MAC 'Pink Nouveau'  &  MAC 'St. Germain'  // Nails, Essie "Splash Of Grenadine' 

I often dream of being in London sipping on tea, indulging in macaroons, and soaking up all the fabulous fashion that the UK has to offer. Since this dream I have is not coming true anytime soon, the next best thing is running around town in dresses that comes from there! To tell you guys that I am over the moon for Darling Clothes would be an extreme under statement. They truly have some of the most adorable dresses I have ever seen. This one in particular really stole my heart with the laser cut out detail, fun pleats & this gorgeous blue color! I mean we all know that I have a slightly unhealthy addiction to the color pink, but this sky blue might be stealing the show! I had to throw the leopard pumps in to add a little funkiness. This girly girl does know how to shake it up from time to time!

I have to take a minute to address how in LOVE I am with these sunnies from Charlotte Russe!! I have been eyeing the Ray-Ban version for a couple months now, but just couldn't bring myself to spend the nearly $200 on something so trendy. I was browsing Charlotte Russe last week when I noticed these nearly identical pair for $5! I didn't think twice, I think my Starbucks is only a dollar cheaper! I highly recommend you run your little booty to your nearest Charlotte Russe and get a pair!

XOXO, Kayla

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.Floral Blazer.

Blazer, Forever 21 (not online) Loving this & this & this // Blouse, Forever 21 // Necklace, Mindy Mae's Market //Jeans, Jcrew (old) Similar here & here (sale!) // Bracelets, c/o Sage K. & Co., Forever 21 (old) Similar, Sage K. & Co. // Clutch, c/o BNB Styling // Heels, MIA via Nordstrom Rack (not online) Similar here, here, here // Lips, L'Oreal  'Fuchsia Orchestra' // Nails, Essie 'Go Ginza' 

Holy swoon! That's all I have to say about this perfect summer floral blazer. When I spotted it all by itself hanging in Forever 21, I snatched it up so fast. It's one of those items that makes such a statement all on its own. I love the way it looks with jeans, but I also have my eyes peeled for the perfect little purple dress to pair it with. Unfortunately, it's not available online, but I did find a couple other floral blazers that I linked up for you at the top. They're so cute, I think I might have to pick up another!

Also, how perfect is this gold sequins clutch from BNB Styling?! I've seriously been pairing it with everything! It gives just the right amount of glam to every outfit. It also has leopard lining inside!! I can never say no to leopard, so this totally sold me! Plus Tyler loves when I use this clutch, because it limits what I can take with me, so he doesn't have to hear my complain about how heavy my purse is! It's a win win for everyone!

I hope you all have the best Friday & weekend! My Grandma's taking me to a fashion show this Saturday, so I am a very happy fashionista :)

XOXO, Kayla

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.Maxi Flow.

Dress, Forever 21 // Sandals, Kohls // Necklace, c/o Socal Gems // Bracelets, Nordstrom, Jcrew, c/o Sage K. & Co. // Sunnies, Karen Walker // Purse, Tory Burch // Lips, Mac 'Pink Nouveau' & Mac 'Saint Germain' 

The past couple months I have been on a serious shopping mission to find the perfect maxi dress! Let me tell you, it has been one heck of a mission. I have found, that finding the perfect maxi is right up there with trying to find the perfect boyfriend jeans, just pure difficult! This past weekend I had about 15 minutes to kill and ran in Forever 21. This maxi grabbed my attention from across the store. I'm obsessed with the colorful pattern. Once I tried it on I knew I had found the maxi I had been searching for. My favorite part is how open and flowy it is at the bottom, so you can see my favorite sandals of the summer! 

XOXO, Kayla 

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