And it feels really good to be back in Texas. We have been so busy checking off our to do list of all the things we need in Texas that we didn’t need in New York. You know, like cars and a house. (!) The car part was much easier since our cousins have a dealership in town, but the house part is proving to be a bit more challenging in this market. If you aren’t familiar with what is going on in Houston now… It. Is. Crazy. The economy is booming, and more people are moving here than any other county in the country. More people means more people bidding on the houses we want. I’ll keep you posted on that front, but in the meantime, wish us luck. (We need it!)
One of the things I am most excited about now that we are back in Texas is reconnecting with all our dear friends from growing up and college. While we were in New York, a lot changed. We had Knox and our friend’s families grew, as well. I can’t wait to head to the neighborhood pool with the kids for playdates. (Because it is just too hot to play in the yard on most summer days.)
When it comes to easy, fun summer pool clothes you simply can’t beat Old Navy. Before we left the city, I picked up a bright new swim suit, this denim skirt & light weight stripe shirt / cover-up. I know I will be living in easy, cool throw on clothes this summer at the lake and pool, but I still want to look cute. I love how this effortlessly transitions from cover-up to running around town.
I popped over to a street vendor’s stand and bought this hat before shooting the look and I must say, I have worn it ever since! I lost my J.Crew one last summer, but this little $15 dollar one seems to be working just fine, so far.
It’s hard to see my swim suit (sorry, I just can’t bring myself to do a swim suit post.) ๐ But, you must check it out! The bright colors and patterns remind me of the Mara Hoffman ones I love!
Photographed by Lydia Hudgens
Outfit details: Top: c/o Old Navy | bikini: c/o Old Navy | skirt: c/o Old Navy | sandals: Matt Bernson | sunnies: c/o Rebecca Minkoff, old | hat: street vendor, similar | nails: Essie “lilacism” | handbag: c/o Jonathan Adler (in blue)
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Good luck with the house hunting! My in-laws live in Kingwood. Love that area with all the trees! ๐
You look adorable – classic & perfect for summer! ๐
Yay for national icecream day!
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Perfect shirt and jeans skirt! You look great ๐
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Love that hat! and congratulations on moving to Texas ๐
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Good luck on house hunting! Our kids have done four contracts over the past few months in Flower Mound and have not gotten any of them, even though they already have financing and offered above listing price!!! They will look at a new listing in the morning and by the time they discuss it and do a contract, there is already ten contracts on the house!!! It is crazy!! You don’t really have time to go look a second time or even discuss it before buying!!! They are getting a bit frustrated… They were told it should slow down in August… :))
I love your outfit! Perfect summery look. ๐ Congrats on your move!
Lovely blog and that shirt is to die for!! dailydoseofdarling.com
I KNOW! last time I went back to see my fam the traffic was insane!!! Kinda jealous you are back!
Cute jean skirt!
Michele
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I want to go to Houston so bad! Love that hat.
xoxo Kennedy
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I know the feeling with the house hunting! We live in Austin, and I feel it is just as crazy here. Lots of people moving from CA here for the tech industry. We put out 7 offers (all offering more than asking price), before we ever got a house (a heartfelt letter with a picture of us and our baby sealed the deal). Good luck!
A visit to Texas has been high on my list for a few years now, so I can’t wait to hear more about your adventures settling into your new home — who knew the market was so crazy!