com-packed.

 the gist:

 pool day? beachy brunch? lounging while getting ready? this amazing oversized men's shirt doubles as a swim cover-up and a casual dress when a simple belt is included. i typically chose a more conservative swim suit for weddings as young kids and family members tend to join in the fun-in-the-sun and showing too much skin can lead to an awkward introduction. plus, you want to make sure you don't take any attention away from the couple of the hour. and did i mention this chic top was $19 at anthro. the sale rack i tell you. i bee-line for it every time. sun hat was a weekend world market impulse buy. i think i'll appreciate it this summer!

a basic silk j. crew shift in a bright and versatile color means all you have to add is a bobble and fun (yet comfy) heels and you're good-to-go for a rehearsal dinner, bridesmaid lunch, or even a more laid-back wedding. it's super light weight which means you can fit more accessories and change-up the look depending on how you feel that day-or after you find out what other guests are donning. 

i love, love, love this. bright, fun shorts. the pleats add something fun and make them a little more interesting than the run of the mill cut-offs. this lightweight jewelled sweater is amazing and can be worn with so many different bottoms. i plan on pulling this out for a departure brunch, but it can be worn anytime. shopping around, wedding-day activities, traveling...you get the picture. 

and finally. a classic and fun wedding guest dress. i saw this over christmas and it was on sale-like, almost for free. i kid you not. while the color and cut wasn't suited for a colorado winter, i knew it'd come in handy for wedding season (we already had six invites for summer weddings by january). so, it looks like i'll have several times to wear this favorite. it's been patiently hanging in my closet and it's ready to be showcased. it's understated yet fun-the sheer collar allows for me to really dance (robot mostly) and the cut allows for me to enjoy all the wedding cake i want. it can be as dressed up as you like based on the shoes and clutch you pick.