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Pool Attire

swimsuit and coverup: tommy bahama, shoes: steve madden, hat: nine west, sunnies: urban outfitters
What isn’t better than a good sunny pool day? Nothing, you say? I agree. With a three day weekend, and some fabulous weather, it’s hard not to enjoy yourself with your family and friends.  
Instead of having a cookout today on Memorial Day, we did it yesterday with food and more food and some lovely time by the pool. Although the sound of kids screaming (or were they laughing…) and dogs barking slightly got on my last nerve, I would say it was pretty successful.  It ended with a game of poker and some sherbert (strange combo possibly), that I just watched from afar because I don’t need more anxiety in my life than I already have. 
In other news, I would like to give a big thank you to Catherine from Not Dressed As Lamb for giving me the Sunshine Award (hopefully, not just because I’m really tan….get it?). If you all haven’t heard of her blog, you really should take a look, and by really should, I mean go NOW and take a look. You won’t be sorry!
The rules are that I answer ten questions and pass the award on to five bloggers who brighten up my day:
  1. Favorite color: I love any type of pastels like teal or aqua, or coral, or mint. If I had to pick a generic color, it would be blue.
  2. Favorite number: This actually changes way too frequently. When I was younger, it was five because I thought being five years old was the coolest thing ever. I mean who wouldn’t want to be five years old still? Then it changed to six, because well…I’m not really sure.  But LATELY, my favorite number is 8; I read an article about how it brings good luck or something like that, so why not give it a try.
  3. Favorite animal: I don’t really have one.  I like anything cute and cuddly.
  4. Favorite non-alcoholic drink: diet cherry limeade (hands down ultimate favorite).
  5. Facebook or twitter: Facebook…I’m too boring to be able to tweet about my life at every second of the day. My tweets would have to consist of: “And I am still sitting in the same spot as I was two hours ago.”
  6. What is my passion: The wonders of science and math, obsession with style, addiction to good food (or just edible food), a love for fall with the changing colored leaves, reading a good book that I just can’t put down, and spending time with good friends and family. (Hm technically this is more like everything I love).
  7. Receiving or giving: Although I love receiving (I mean come on, people, who doesn’t?), I always love to give, and it doesn’t matter what kind of giving it is. It could be nice small little act, and not an item. It makes everyone just feel better. It’s all about passing it forward.
  8. Favorite pattern: Horizontal stripes. End of story. And for those who are familiar with my past outfits, you know that I’m not lying.
  9. Favorite day of the week: Saturday. 
  10. Favorite flowers: Sunflowers–they just put me in a great mood.
Here are the five bloggers I give this award to that brighten up my day:
  1. Annie from The Other Side of Gray — Not only does she have great style, and can mix pretty much any pattern and look good, but her wittiness and sarcasm make me laugh at the computer screen and embarrass myself in public.
  2. Julia from Cup of Tea — Not only does Julia have a really cool website and header (sorry I’ve always wanted to say that), but her style is just so great, and her posts are always a pleasure to read and actually yes, brighten my day.
  3. Megan from Feathers and Freckles — That girl can thrift anything and everything, make a DIY for anything and everything, and can literally make any person laugh. I think she’s actually getting married (congrats!) so she probably won’t see this, but that doesn’t mean you all shouldn’t go over there and check it out. like now.
  4. Joyce from Joyful Outfits –I sort of have an obsession with her closet, and would really wish we could trade. 
  5. Andrea from Left Brain Right Brain Pug Brain — Her blog in general just makes me smile, hence, the sunshine award.

Happy not-too-shabby Monday!

  1. Julia says:

    Thanks thanks thanks for awarding me! Yay!

    Is that a cocktail I see in your hand? Even if it isn't, it looks quite delicious. I would sit outside with that hat and drink 🙂 But I hear ya, a lot of commotion would get me all anxious too, so it's nice to have the actual Memorial Day holiday to just sit and relax 🙂

    Julia
    Cup of Tea

  2. Minna says:

    Cute paisley print! 🙂 I follow you back. 🙂 xx

  3. TheTinyHeart says:

    That paisley coverup paired with the floppy hat is adorable! I'd love to wear a hat like that but I think my head is too small for such a big hat 🙁

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart

  4. … and now I want to be at the pool! hehe
    Loved reading this and learning a little bit more about you!
    xx
    Here&Now

  5. Cute combination 🙂
    xx

  6. Love this coverall! I just found your blog and LOVE it!

    Would love the follow back:) Enter my giveaway for a Nordstrom and Starbucks gift card!

    The Pretty Pinhead

  7. Laura Mint says:

    You look very pretty, I love your hat! And I love a day at the pool, too!! 🙂
    Laura

  8. melissa says:

    I love pool parties and hanging out in the sun! I hope that drink is a malibu cranberry!Also I have a giveaway in my blog check it out.
    M

  9. You look so cute! This is a fabulous cover-up. It really looks like just a cute dress. I really need to find a perfect cover-up for our cruise. It isn't until winter but it may take me that long to find one.

    Amy

    fashionandbeautyfinds.blogspot.com

  10. Re says:

    Amazing hat. xx

  11. karla says:

    dress is so cute!!!passes to see if you like…you're welcome!!!
    http://fashionscook.blogspot.it/

  12. loooove that dress!
    that cocktail looks pretty yummy too!!

    xo the egg out west.

  13. Obsessed w/ your coverup. It looks completely adorable w/ your hat.xx
    The Fashionable ESQ
    http://www.thefashionableesq.blogspot.com/

  14. diana says:

    gorgerous¡ dear¡¡¡ I love your flower dress¡¡ very sunny¡¡¡xoxo

  15. Sam says:

    Hi dear, sounds like a great relaxing long weekend. Very pretty poolside style, the hat is so cute. Congrats on the award…I must agree with you on stripes and sunflowers!

  16. Sienna says:

    oh my god i lOVE those sandals

  17. you are SO cute. i absolutely love your cover up! i am moving into a new apt with a pool next weekend so I know i need to invest in some because I know i'll be living there all summer long!

    xoxo

  18. Franziska says:

    Your outfit makes me wish we had more pools up here in Wisconsin! Plus that drink looks delicious 🙂

  19. Elisabeth says:

    okay love this outfit – i was definitely in one of those hats all day too 🙂

  20. Andrea D says:

    Thank you so much for the shout out! I can completely understand why someone would give YOU this award (and not just because you've got a sweet tan).
    Hope you had a great Memorial Day weekend in your cute coverup and hat 🙂

  21. Ashley says:

    cute cover up! Sounds like a successful memorial weekend!

    Ashley
    whatisatwist.blogspot.com

  22. your pool attire is simply adorable! happy weekend! xo

  23. Hope you had a lovely weekend! Love your hat!

    katiesbliss.com

  24. Love that floppy hat! You look so chic!

    xo Teresa
    http://www.delightfullydarling.com

  25. Pool attire indeed. Cute coverup.

    Christine
    http://trendenvy.blogspot.com/

  26. Vicky says:

    Hi Grace!! The dress is so stunning! wish you a great week!

    The Golden Bun | new post | follow me

  27. Your cover up is such a great print, it really looks like the ideal thing for summer.
    Loved your answers, I've never heard of cherry limeade but it sounds delish, I wonder if we can get it here

  28. . says:

    U look amazing 🙂 Im fallowing u now 🙂

    http://www.murderfashion.blogspot.com

  29. Jenee C. says:

    Hope you had a great weekend. I love your coverup and you have the sweetest smile to go with it. Just started following you GFC and bloglovin' can't wait to see your future posts.

    xx http://camomeetscouture.blogspot.com

  30. That dress is fantastic and looks great on you. Glad to hear you had such a great weekend!

  31. Great pictures!!! I love it!!

  32. Marlena says:

    haha "or were they laughing?", your weekend sounded awesome! i dont know anyone with a grill in the city so i didnt get to BBQ 🙁 but i did play on the beach and got a third degree burn. damn you paleness. super cute poolside look though, i want that floppy hat!

  33. Tiffany says:

    Haha! I feel the same way sometimes with my own kids. =) That coverup is so pretty! And you're so cute with your hat!

  34. Nicole says:

    You are rockin' that hat! And I love the cover-up…I've been looking for one similar

  35. blue roses says:

    obsesssssed with that cover up, i am headed back to spain and would love one for lazing about pool side.

    http://dallianceswithsuitsandskirts.blogspot.com/

  36. okay, kind of wishing we could all look that good while going to the pool. absolutely adorable!!
    teal, aqua and coral are definitely some good colors! and yes, horizontal stripes are the best patter ever! loved getting to know you more pretty lady! 🙂
    xo TJ

  37. The Jones says:

    This was super fun to read! My fav number is 3, I just love the shape for whatever reason…and your cherry limeade sounds delish! I love that pool dress you have…cute enough to wear anywhere, I think 😉

    <3 Cambria
    jupefashion.blogspot.com

    Enter my GIVEAWAY!!!

  38. Bonnie says:

    Girl, you are looking beautiful in this cover-up! I love the print and the colors.

    http://www.glamkittenslitterbox.com/
    Twitter: @GlamKitten88

  39. LOVE your blog, your adorable 🙂 I am a new fan and follower!

    xo, Cari

    lesweettooth.blogspot.com

  40. cute blog! your outfit here is so bright and fun:) haha my favorite number used to change every year as i got older too!

    http://canvasofculture.blogspot.com/

  41. Emily says:

    You look so cute!! I love that cover up and I am not sure if I have ever told you how much I love your hair.
    Creamy

  42. Mary Ann says:

    So cute – don'tcha just love floppy hats!? 😉

  43. I havent been to the pool for a long time!
    I'm so happy you had a great day!

    I have an international giveaway on my blog.You have the chance to win a handmade headband from my Etsy shop.I'd love you to enter here:
    http://natbeesfashion.blogspot.co.uk/2012/05/giveaway-time.html

    xx

  44. Sam says:

    Thanks for taking time today to stop by and comment 🙂

  45. Annie says:

    Thanks so much Grace! LOVE love love your beachwear…and it's so fun to get to know more about you 🙂

    Annie
    The Other Side of Gray

  46. that cover up is perfect! love it lady!

  47. Dana says:

    Love this outfit! Looks so comfortable and summer chic 🙂

    Becuase I love reading your blog I've awarded you the Leibster award. Keep up the great posts!

    Dana
    Big City Farm Girl

  48. Giovanna says:

    Super cute look! Loving your coverup! I literally laughed out loud at your twitter comment! I'm right there with ya girl!

    xx
    Giovanna
    http://www.oliveandanarrow.com

  49. you look so cute. love the blog, I'm now following your posts, very inspiring…

  50. Congrats on the award. You coverup is super cute.

  51. So gorgeous! Perfect summer attire! xo

  52. Fixer Sis. says:

    Thank you so much for the comment and for following 🙂
    We are totally following you back, you have a great style, we like it 🙂
    Hope to keep in touch!

    everythingcanbefixed.blogspot.com

  53. Adriana says:

    what a fun pool outfit, you look great!

  54. Limasim says:

    you look great, love your blog! <3

    Follow you now!

  55. poziomka says:

    I'm in love with your outfit, it's so perfect!
    Really funny answers 😉
    xoxo

  56. Oh, i love this post! So great to get to “know” you more 🙂 Sunflowers are my favorite flower too … and I hear you on twitter vs faceboo… i’m so boring most of the time.

    xo everything-pretty.com

  57. Elsa says:

    You look soo cute!
    I want this entire outfit!

    xo
    Mix & Match

  58. Grace you look like you've stepped off a movie set… what a ROCKIN poolside outfit!!! Gosh you look amazing…!

    And you're very welcome for the award – 'twas well deserved, hon :))

    Catherine x
    http://notdressedaslamb.com/

    P.S. Love your answer to no.5… kinda sums up Twitter, heehee

  59. So Fashion says:

    I love the cover up,I love cover ups that I can run out and look pulled together!

  60. I was going to comment on loving your dress but then realized its a cover-up. totally cute

    xxo!!

    follow each other??

  61. Love this hat. I would wear this outfit on my back deck, even though there is no pool. It's fabulous!

  62. you are too cute! love your blog — your newest follower!

    & love that dress!

    xxA
    http://www.letitbebeautiful.com

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