Monday Mantra

Hat: Lack of Color | Shirt: c/o Express | Sunglasses: c/o Express | Necklace: Kate Spade | Jeans: c/o Express | Shoes: Marc Fisher | Bag: Mansur Gavriel {similar} | Lipstick: Smashbox | Bracelets: c/o Kendra Scott

With summer days winding down, it always feels like we’re ripping through our To-Do list by mid August trying to knock off all the things we wanted to accomplish by the end of summer. One of the items to check off our list? The Royal Botanical Gardens. Definitely large enough to warrant a day trip, strolling around the different walkways, gardens and flower beds was the perfect kick off to a relaxing weekend.

With the last bit of roses in bloom, the colours and sights did not disappoint. These Express jeans paired perfectly with this off-the-shoulder peasant top for a more relaxed look for the weekend. I love the mid-rise style of this particular pair for my shape and have been eying these high-wasted ones for fall as well.

With patio plans at Son of Peach pizzeria following, this outfit was the perfect day to night transition outfit. Making sure to take the time out of our busy schedules to enjoy the simple things – together – truly is what made this summer an #ExpressLife to remember.