Date Night

Sweater, Bralette, Leather leggings, Shoes, Hat, Sunglasses, Clutch

Today I wanted to share this easy date night look from the weekend.  I love this cozy V-neck sweater (and it's on sale!). I have it in two colors and I know I'm going to be wearing them ALL the time.  They are so versatile and can be thrown on over a blouse or button down, or they can be dressed up with leggings and a bralette like I did for a fun date night look. I'm trying to wear my sandals as much as I can before I have to put them away for the fall/winter.  I love these fringe lace-ups and I'm going to be so sad putting them away for a few months. I love the weather this time of year. It is still warm, but there is a chill in the air that has you reaching for a sweater. Fall is almost here!
Hope you all have a wonderful week!

XO,

SJR

Feeling Fall

op similar here and here, Jeans similar here, Sunglasses, Shoes similar here and here also love these, Lips: Viva Glam III

With school back in session I'm feeling ready for everything fall!  These past couple days have been SO hot, but I'm definitely ready for sweater weather.  And I can't wait to get out all my blanket scarves!  I love the lace up detail on this top and the color is perfect for fall.  

The first week of school has been pretty smooth so far!  It's always nice to start with a short week to ease back into things.

Happy Friday Eve!

XO,

SJR

First Day of School (Round 5)

Dress similar here and here, Blazer, Heels, Sunglasses, Lips, Bag

I cannot believe today I am starting my fifth year teaching first grade! Time certainly flies. This is my first year teaching as Mrs. Hilbers, and I already know it is going to take awhile to get used to responding to that name!  When we had a meet and greet with our new students, I was introducing myself with my old name! I guess it's hard to forget a name you've had for 26 years.

Today I wanted to share what I'm wearing for the first day of school.  Almost every year I wear a short sleeve or sleeveless dress, and pair it with a blazer.  This way you are prepared for all temperatures.  Also, I love the way a blazer dresses up any look.  It is perfect for looking professional on the first day, which is why I always pick it over a cardigan. Our school is usually kept quite cold, but I also have recess and dismissal duties in which I have to be outside for long periods of time.  The temperatures this week are supposed to be in the high 80s (or even 90), so dresses are the perfect choice for comfort in the heat.  I opted for small wedged sandals instead of my Louboutins because I am usually running around all day with my first graders.  As much as I would love to be a teacher that wears heels, I just don't think I could do it with my young students.  I rarely get to sit down all day and I am already so much taller than my little munchkins! Also, I always need a big bag to fit all I need, so my LV Neverfull is the perfect choice.

I'm hoping for a very smooth first day, and I know I'll have plenty of stories to share about my new first grade friends.  The first day is always so exciting, overwhelming, nerve wracking, exhausting, and wonderful all wrapped into one.  I can't wait.

Happy back to school to all my teacher friends out there and students! Here's to another great school year!

XO,

SJR

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The Last of Summer Vacation

Dress, Shoes (similar), Bag

I found this long lost outfit from earlier this summer that I forgot on my camera, so I figured I would share it! This off the shoulder dress is perfect for transitioning into fall.  If you are still hanging onto summer as much as I am you can wear it with wedges like I did, or switch them out for ankle boots to make the look a little more fall! You could even add a wool hat as well. 

I cannot believe this is the last weekend of summer break! I feel like I keep saying that, but this was TRULY the fastest summer of all time. Between the wedding, honeymoon, and settling into our house, August went by in a blink. School starts Tuesday and I don't think I'm ready. Normally I feel ready for a new year once Labor Day rolls around, but this year I'm not so sure. Things at our house are coming together more and more by the day, which makes me feel a little more ready, but I could use a few more weeks of relaxation before heading back! Once we get back into the swing of things I know I'll be good to go and I'm sure I'll love my new little munchkins just as much as my previous students!

Thanks for stopping by! Have a wonderful holiday weekend!

XO,

SJR