a new trend: boyfriend shorts.

You guys. Boyfriend shorts are the new craze. They in fact are my new favorite piece of denim, besides these One Teaspoons I splurged on the other day. I have to admit, I often hesitate to rock new trends right when they arise because they are out of my comfort zone. Is anyone with me on that? But when I do, I wonder when I don't do it more often! xoStyling tip: feminize these with a dainty pump.Shop the whole look below. P.S. the top is now under $40![show_shopthepost_widget id="597943"]photos by Lindsey Brittain.

SHOPBOP Sale | Our Top 5 picks

The smell of fresh brewed coffee, pancakes, an email announcing a SHOPBOP "drop everything" sale -- a few of my favorite ways to be woken up! Amazing deals + free shipping + free returns make this sale pretty hard to resist. Check out our top 5 picks from this sale![show_ms_widget id="4629720" image_id="4796140" width="665" height="863"]All of these items are great "buy now, wear now" pieces. At least for us Texans, the summer weather will last well into late September. These pieces are great staples that will get you through this last stretch of summer but transition great into the fall weather as well!1. This classic jean jacket is a staple for any wardrobe - throw it over any maxi dress, or pair it with skinnies & a loose tank and you're set. This is an item you can wear during any season, and at 50% off, now is the time to invest in a good one!2.  Confession: maxi dresses are my weakness in life. You can never have too many. I'm obsessed with this Flynn Skye maxi dress. The bali print is so on point with tribal print trend for Fall, and the cutouts give the dress such a fun and feminine flare! {Also comes in this great Cayenne color}. Throw the above denim jacket over your maxi and wear it into the fall months as you head to Starbucks for your pumpkin spice latte.3. A good sweatshirt - yet another item you can never have too many of. I love this super soft cropped sweatshirt - great for lounging around the house, or pair it with a high waisted maxi skirt and you're set for your next lunch date.4. Suede booties - they were a huge hit last fall and we'll only be seeing more of them this coming season! These fringe booties by Sam Edelman are amazing - their low heel make them perfect for walking around town and they'd be great paired with a tribal print maxi dress or our next item on the list - boyfriend jeans!5. Lo is particularly fond of these Pajama jeans by Rag & Bone {see her previous post about them here!}. Another great piece that you can wear through any season, and also the perfect pant for traveling!Hope you enjoy this sale as much as we have! Go get your faves from Shopbop before the sale ends.xx, Lauren[show_shopthepost_widget id="234924"]

happy first day of {spring}

Spring is one of my all-time favorite seasons. It's the perfect time of transition: the weather is sublime, and the switch over from winter boots to pops of color is way too fun. Below are some recent purchases that I can't help but share + keep scrolling to see even more of my loves {aka those trina turk shorts = a forever staple}. Oh! The ASOS dress below is a total winner too, and did I mention it's on sale?? <-- it's ideal for church, a Sunday brunch, or work + it transitions perfectly for an evening dinner. {See all links and more favorites below}

spotted: valentino look-alikes.

I spotted these epic Valentino 'Rockstud' look-alikes as I was walking out of Nordstrom today. How beautiful are these? Bravo Sam Edelman!! I can't wait to wear them {p.s. I love the heel height}!