Marl Circle Hem Pocket Cover-Up

They say a Sunday well spent brings a week of content, and I could not agree more! Personally, I feel best when I wake up early, exercise, and do a little cooking/meal prepping. Being productive makes me feel relaxed, which is exactly how I spent this Sunday. After cooking breakfast my German Shepherd, boyfriend, and I, walked to The Fens for a little playtime! On days that I'm running around I want to feel comfortable, and over-sized cover-ups and sweaters are my go-to items. 

One of my favorites is my marl circle hem pocket cover-up from Express. I love to wear this oversized cover-up with a pair of jean leggings. I like the way the tight jeans contrast the baggy sweater. These versatile items are one of my favorite pieces, because they go well with so many items in my closet.  Whether you wear this cover-up with casual boots or heeled booties, your favorite jeans or a beautiful scarf, this cover-up will complete any daytime look.

OUTFIT DETAILS: Marl Circle Hem Pocket Cover-Up: Express. Tee: Express. Similar tees: Blue Soft Woven Short Sleeve Pocket Tee and Express One Eleven Grey Stripe London Tunic. Dark Wash Mid Rise Jean Legging: Express. Duck Boots: G.H. Bass & Co. Similar duck boots from Bass: Eastport Duck Boot. Premium Leather Crossbody Saddle Bag: Aldo. Similar leather crossbody bags from Aldo: here, here, and here. Head Wrap: Hand made in Vermont. Similar head wraps: here and here. Plaid Blanket Scarf: The Paper Store. Similar blanket scarves: Reversible Double Plaid Blanket Scarf (Red) and Reversible Double Plaid Blanket Scarf (Black). Greenwich Sunglasses: Nora NYC. USE MY PROMO CODE "MYNORANYC" TO RECEIVE 10% YOUR PURCHASE!!

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Home Sweet Home

Hello, Boston! I am back in town and loving our sunny, blue skies. I had the most wonderful time in Texas! I wish I could have stayed longer but I am happy to be home. I spent a lot of quality time with my boyfriend and his family. It was absolutely amazing! Now, it is time to get back to work. But first, here are some outfit details that I had during my vacation.

My Black & White Mesh Skirt Fit & Flare Dress is from Express.

I purchased my shoes from the DSW on Washington Street in Downtown Boston. However, when I looked online I found that DSW only sells Coach in stores, not online.

My bracelets come from a combination of various places. The first and third bangles are from Forever 21. They are not sold at the moment but I really enjoy their bangle selection. The second one from the top was made for me by my mother. And the last bangle was a gift given to me for being in my cousin's wedding. My ring was hand-made at a boardwalk in Florida.

My Basic Black Top is from H&M. My ripped jean shorts are from Express. They are not sold online at the moment but they are having a sale on their denim jeans right now. You can either find mine in stores or a similar pair online. I bought my Lucky Brand Emmie flats from Marshalls. My necklace and purse are from Nigeria.

My maxi dress is from Marshalls and was purchased last summer. My top two bracelets were given to me as a gift. I found my bottom bracelet from a yard sale in Maine. My Sydney Satchel is from Fossil but I purchased it from DSW.com.

My striped tee is from Express. My shorts are from Charlotte Russe. I bought both of these items a few summers ago and are not available at this time. My shoes are from Nine West but I bought them from Marshalls. 

My Ray-Bans are from Sunglass Hut. My necklace was hand-made by my mother. My Kimono is from JC Penney. 

My top two bracelets, the bottom bracelet, and my ring were gifts. I bought the large bracelet from Barcelona.  

During the Texas heat I chose to wear basic, diverse outfits and dress them up with some details. I was able to enjoy my time while feeling comfortable and looking cute. I love being home but cannot wait to see where my next trip will be! 

Thanks for stopping by, Cute Teachings!

Wish List Wednesday & Vacation Purchases

My time in Texas is almost coming to an end! I have had such an amazing time here, and do not want to go home. I will be enjoying my last day here with my boyfriend's wonderful family. They have been so kind and welcoming! They took me to Downtown Houston and we saw some beautiful parks and best of all, the Galleria Mall. I wish I could have left there with everything!

I wanted to take a little time to bring you my Wish List Wednesday. I only have a couple things in mind this week. First, I am in desperate need of a new journal! I like to write rough drafts of my blog posts in a notebook and then edit them before I publish my work. Here are a couple journals that caught my eye. All of these notebooks are Kate Spade and can be found at The Paper Store.

The first notebook on the top left can be found at Kate Spade Spiral Notebook.

The second notebook on the top right can be found at Kate Spade "Little Gold Book".

The third notebook on the bottom left can be found at Kate Spade "Eat Cake" Journal.

The fourth notebook on the bottom right can be found at Kate Spade Large Notebook.

Right now I am writing in an old, beaten up notebook. These journals would definitely get me inspired! A new notebook is always a great purchase and these Kate Spades are adorable and affordable!

Next on my list is the Fossil Original Boyfriend Watch. This leather watch comes in many colors, but I am in love with the olive green! 

 I like the way this casual watch gives off a tomboy vibe. It would give a little edge to my outfits. The leather band is perfect for nannying and working retail. The watch will move with you and will not constrict. Whether my day includes running around with the kids, or knocking on fitting room doors. I can look cute and fashionable, while knowing that I have a quality product that will work with me. 

Furthermore, the gold and silver tones are perfect for this interchangeable watch. You can wear the durable leather band during your work day and dress it up with a silver, gold, or colorful leather band at night. The interchangeable quality to this Fossil watch is one of the many reasons I have my eye on this gorgeous piece.

I have had the most incredible time here in Texas! I enjoyed walking around the Galleria Mall and First Colony Mall. The First Colony Mall is a great mall that has stores indoors and out. It is the perfect outing for a casual, sunny day. During one of my trips there I was able to purchase an item that I had on last week's Wish List Wednesday! Originally I was looking to buy the blue/violet Ray-Ban Aviators, however, I fell in love with these green & gold shades! I found these Ray-Bans at the Sunglass Hut located at the First Colony Mall. While talking with my boyfriend's sister I discovered that polarized sunglasses provide more protection against harmful UV rays than non-polarized ones. The blue/violet aviators did not come polarized but thankfully the green ones did! If you are going to spend the money on a nice pair of sunglasses, I would consider investing in polarized ones. My other vacation purchase, that I found at the First Colony Mall, was a Vera Bradley Cosmetic Bag. I bought this because I did not have a travel bag to keep all my Nigerian necklaces safe. I am in love with bag for so many reasons! The ruffles are adorable, the shape is perfect, and this design is by far my favorite from Vera Bradley. I am so happy with my purchases this week!

This week has been a blast! I am so excited to have bought something from my previous wish list. Hopefully I will be able to visit Texas again soon! 

As always, thanks for stopping by Cute Teachings!

Wish List Wednesday

Happy Hump Day! I hope you all are having as great a week as I am. I've had so much fun playing with the boys! Monday they spent their day running through the sprinkler in their backyard and on Tuesday we went to see the Minion Movie! The movie was so cute and we were lucky enough to go with my sister, the two girls she nannies, and my mom. One of the main reasons why I love being around children is it reminds me of when I was young. This week definitely brought me back to the simplicity of childhood. There was a lot of dirty feet, sticky hands from Popsicles, and smiles. Aside from my time with the boys I have been packing for my trip to Texas. I leave tomorrow and could not be more excited to venture out to a new state.

I have taken a little break from packing to bring you my Wish List Wednesday! Every Wednesday I will be making a wish list of items I would love to have in my closet. Let me know if you're crushing on the same pretty pieces!

I want to begin with a celebrity outfit. Although I can appreciate Kylie Jenner's look, we usually do not share the same style. Mine is more boho and her's is more modern. But I have to say, I am in love with the over-sized flannel dress she rocked last week. What really caught my eye about this dress was the way it flowed. It is cute while still being comfortable to wear while running around with the kids. In my mind, flannels are always a fall most!

Next on my list is my summer obsession...sunglasses! I don't own a pair of nice sunglasses, but I would absolutely love to. That said, I have my eye on a couple of Ray Bans. I like the blue/violet mirror Aviator Flash Lenses and the blue/gray classic Clubmaster Fleck. Hopefully one of these will be mine soon!

The third item on my wish list is a pair of New Balance casual sneakers. Last Christmas I traveled to Barcelona with my boyfriend's family. While we were there, his sister and I saw New Balance sneakers everywhere! At first we were so surprised. But by the end of the trip we were vowing to each other that we would own a pair. Sure enough, the trend hit the states. My boyfriend's sister bought a pair in green but I still have yet to get mine. For me, comfortable sneakers are a must when it comes to nannying. If you work with children, who wouldn't love this trend? You get to wear cute, comfortable sneakers while still being trendy! 

Lastly, I end with a Fossil Sydney Crossbody. This new pattern reminds me of the 70's trend that is happening right now. Let me just say, if I were born in the 70's I would be in all my glory. I am excited this trend is making a comeback! I chose the crossbody because I recently bought one of Fossil's Sydney Satchels. I loved the shape and look of the bag but would love a little diversity. Plus, purses are my shopping weakness. The petite, yet spacious, size of this bag makes the pattern add just enough to an outfit without being too much. The purse's light weight, and Fossil's amazing quality, make it a perfect purchase for any hard working nanny! Not to mention Fossil's excellent customer service. Not only are the purses fashionable and durable, but Fossil will repair damages that may occur to the bag during its use. Fossil produces reliable purses that are great for any nanny and her busy day!

This season is all about old trends making a comeback! Let me know what you thought about my wish list, and what would be on yours. Thanks!