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How To Decorate Your Front Porch For Spring

This post is in partnership with World Market, a brand I love. All opinions here are my own. Thank you for supporting the affiliate posts who make this blog possible.

Happy Monday everyone! Today I’m sharing how to decorate your front porch for spring with World Market.

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Front Porch Details: Cushioned Bench | White Floral Metal Drum Stool | Blue Canton Outdoor Throw Pillow | Oceans Gate Outdoor Chair Cushion | Oceans Gate Outdoor Throw Pillow | Capri Blue All Weather Wicker Tub Chair | Blue Metal & Wood Stool 

For as long as I can remember I’ve always wanted a cute front porch to enjoy outside while drinking my coffee in the morning or entertaining guests in the afternoon. In fact I wanted a front porch so badly before we had one that I made a pretend one in our sunroom using an outdoor bench! That was actually the first piece of furniture I bought for the condo even though we didn’t have a real front porch. I still insisted that we neededthe bench though! You can see photos of it here–> The Best Seat in the House or Shop Chateau En Mae

You may remember seeing my front porch from my Haute Off The Rack Home Tour post last year, but as you can see I’ve completely revamped it with colorful new pillows for spring plus some new added chairs and accent tables from World Market. I went with the blue chairs over a neutral color to pull out the blue in the pattern of the pillows and seat cushions. I chose a fresh pop of white for the accent tables so that they wouldn’t compete with the bright blue chairs and patterns.

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Monogrammed Champagne Flutes c/o White Elephant Designs

I actually used these monogrammed champagne flutes from White Elephant Designs for all the bridesmaids at the bridal shower I just hosted for my best friend. They make great bridal party gifts! All of the girls get to keep the champagne flutes after we use them for the bachelorette party at the beach this weekend!

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Photos by: Lainey Reed Photography

Soludos Smoking Slipper Espadrilles

Hi everyone, today I’m showing off these Soludos smoking slipper espadrilles, which just so happen to be among my favorite shoe styles of the season! If you love them too, you’re in luck because right now all Soludos are 25% OFF at the Shopbop Friends & Family sale with code: INTHEFAM

Unfortunately, my exact flamingo pair has already sold out at Shopbop, but they’re still available (here) (here) and (here). Shopbop still has plenty more Soludos styles, colors and designs for 25% off though! So make sure to click through at the bottom of this blog post. I like to wear my slipper espadrilles with cutoff shorts, cropped ankle jeans and casual dresses and rompers. Plus they’re the perfect go-to shoe for summer when you’re in need of a serious pedicure!

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Photos by: Taylor Cole Photography

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Resort wear: Lace Tunic c/o Yumi Kim | Soludos Espadrilles (Get 25% OFF w/ code: INTHEFAM) | Las Bayadas Towel

All jewelry available at Julie Vos

Shop more Soludos Espadrilles for 25% OFF w/ code: INTHEFAM

P.S. Don’t miss yesterday’s post to shop all of my top favorite items from the Shopbop Friends & Family Sale!–> Raga Barbara Dress + Shopbop Friends & Family Sale!

Raga Barbara Dress + Shopbop Friends & Family Sale!

Hi everyone, two exciting things: 1) I’m finally sharing this Raga Barbara dress on the blog today and 2) it’s 25% OFF right now at the Shopbop Friends & Family Sale with code: INTHEFAM | The sale doesn’t officially start until tomorrow, but I’m giving you early access to get shopping now!

The Raga Barbara dress makes an adorable swimsuit coverup and looks great with cutoff shorts too! It’s perfect for festival season or any tropical trip you have coming up this summer.

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Photos by: Taylor Cole Photography

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Outfit: Raga Barbara Dress & Mar Y Sol Caracas Tote (both 25% OFF w/ code: INTHEFAM) | Straw Fedora | Becca Swim Top | Cocobelle Sandals

Shop My Top Picks from the Shopbop Friends & Family Sale below! Don’t forget to use code: INTHEFAM at checkout!

7 Outdoor Date Ideas for Spring & Summer

Hi everyone, today I’m sharing seven outdoor date ideas with ModCloth just in time for spring and summer. While I’ve got all the fun ideas, ModCloth has all of your clothing, shoe and accessory needs for spring and summer lovin!

Scroll down to the bottom of this post for all of my fab outdoor date ideas and what to wear from ModCloth! Number 3 is usually quite entertaining and I really want to try number 7 and the bonus idea!

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Photos by: Brooke Boyd Photo + Film

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Outfit: True Bluegrass Dress & Worth The Tassel Bag c/o ModCloth | Similar Cruiser & here | Similar Wedges (shop more wedges here)

7 Outdoor Date Ideas:

1) Go for a bike ride together on the most beautiful streets in your town that are pedestrian friendly of course.  Make sure to pack some water, snacks, champs and an oversized towel so you can stop for a little picnic before heading back. Also, you might want to wear a pair of these–> ModCloth Sneakers because biking in heels is not a pretty sight! Trust me on that one!

2) My boyfriend and I love scouting out cool, outdoor restaurants to try for lunch or dinner and drinks with friends. Wear one of these on your date–> ModCloth Spring Stunners

3) Play an outdoor sport that he used to play and let him teach you some skills or visa versa. Blake used to be the best point guard on his basketball team in high school and he was so talented! I know this because I watched him play a couple of times when I was just a little sophomore. That’s one of perks of dating the same guy since you were 17. Anyway, we had so much fun playing on the court while his little cousins laughed their asses off at me as I tried to learn how to block, dribble, shoot and even score. I’m not sure if my abs hurt more from actually playing or dying laughing at myself. You might need pair of shorts for this type of activity –> ModCloth Cute Shorts & Rompers

4) Rent some Sea-doos and go jet skiing or boating with group of friends. Get all your swimwear needs here–> Cute Swimsuits 

5) Rent a fun convertible car and go cruising by the nearest beach with the top down. No beaches nearby? Winding backroads will do just fine! As long as your hair is blowing in the wind and your feet are up on the dash, you’ll feel great! Don’t forget to create a playlist of all your favorite songs and throw some oldies in there too! You’re gonna need a funky pair of sunglasses too–> Vintage-Style & Retro Sunglasses 

6) This might sound lame, but go on a field trip! Think back to some place you went when you were in middle school like Global Wildlife , the zoo or Honey Island Swamp and go there! In case you’re wondering what those places are, Global Wildlife is is safari tour where you get feed the animals and Honey Island Swamp offers a marshland and alligator tour. Those are local Louisiana spots, but I’m sure you get the idea!

7) Set up an outdoor scavenger hunt for the two of you and a few other couples.

Bonus Idea: Host a backyard camping party with a group of other couples. Put together a real tent with a bonfire and make tin-foil dinners and s’mores. If your backyard isn’t big enough, try checkout out your local state park for available camping grounds. Oh, and these party decor accessories are essential –> ModCloth Daytime Party Decor

Other fun ideas that Blake probably won’t do with me:

1) Go roller blading!

2) Go for a daily afternoon walk together in your neighborhood. Blake refuses to do this with me! He’ll only agree if we run! Running isn’t relaxing and enjoyable like walking! Gosh Blake! lol

3) Have a photoshoot in a field of sunflowers. He’s not a fan of photoshoots! lol

4) Plant a garden together. There’s actually a chance Blake may take interest in planting a garden of vegetables or what not together, but I’m the one who wouldn’t! Haha! I always have bad luck in gardens. I usually end up with poison ivy or getting attacked by something!

Thank you to ModCloth for bringing you this post. All opinions are my own.