Myrtle Beach Retreat

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I couldn’t wait to swan dive into summer and hit the beach for a sweet retreat! I hopped in my best babe’s car and soon we were beach bound with our boys.

We spent our afternoon pulling out the floats, popping out the umbrellas and chilling in our chairs. We had so much fun soaking up the sun and sipping on freezies at the tiki.

For date night, plus Mike, we cruised down to Crab Catchers. We feasted on fresh seafood and sat by the water. The sunset on the dock was the perfect dinner backdrop.

We spent our last day floating in the pool with friends and relaxing before we hit the road. I was so sad to leave our new beach pad, but I had such a blast with my best buds. I can’t wait to see what the rest of summer has in store!

Aviators: Lilly Pulitzer  .  Pink Bikini: Target  .  Maxi Dress: Wildfox

Rose’ Float: Target  .  Red Bikini: Victoria’s Secret

The Royal Hawaiian

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Walking down the the beaches of Waikiki, I came across this historic Honolulu hotel, the Royal Hawaiian. This luxurious landmark has always been on my bucket list. This week I was was able to explore this pink castle, and check it off my list.

This place is every girls dream, from peachy pink walls to palm tree halls and everything in between. This hotel also houses one of the early Tori Richard stores and so much more.

Stepping outside, my first stop was the Mai Tai Bar. It’s a great place to check out the scene while you sip on favorite umbrella drink. Next, make your way over to to your private pink cabana by the pool.

Let your hair down by the spa before you leave for the luau. Then hit the beach for a sunset retreat. What more could you ask for, than hideaway day at the Royal Hawaiian?

 

Dress: Tori Richard 

Location: The Royal Hawaiian on Waikiki Beach

Happy Fall Y’all

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As we watch summer slip away in September, you can see the seasons start to change. Autumn makes its way to the beach as we bundle up beneath the dunes.

A sweet retreat here on the Outer Banks has to be Jockey’s Ridge State Park. I love to sneak away to these little hideaways for sightseeing and sunsets.

Day trips to the dunes forever bring fabulous views, from hang gliders overhead to wildlife in the waters. Adventure awaits you, whether you wander through the woods or slide down the sands. I can’t wait to see what else this season has in store…

-The Prep in Pink X Marleylilly Collaboration-

Fall Collection by Marleylilly: Monogrammed Cowl Neck Tunic & Monogrammed Puffy Vest

Location: Jockey’s Ridge State Park in the Outer Banks, NC

Moving From Peaches to Beaches

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So as you all have been following along, you have seen my series of Savannah adventures. I have spent the last 6 years in this sweet city, from studying Fashion Marketing at SCAD to selling Lilly Pulitzer at Palm Avenue. I have had some of my best years here, but its time to start the next chapter and I am so happy to share it with you all. So long Savannah!

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Now I am making my way up the coast to the beaches of the Outer Banks. More specifically, Duck, North Carolina. I couldn’t think of a better place to start fresh. I can’t believe I get to live where people vacation. Talk about resort 365!

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So you might ask, why OBX? Well, I recently received a job offer to be the Assistant Manager at Life’s A Beach, a Lilly Pulitzer Signature Store at the Waterfront Shops. I am so excited to get started and run the store this fall. I also just found a new place right on the beach, just a bike ride from work. The best part is falling asleep to the waves outside my window. Now I think I could get used to this…

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There is so much more to explore, and I can’t wait to get started. I would also love for y’all to let me know of any local hot spots to hit while I’m here.

I gotta say, it feels nice to be a Carolina girl again, but I will always be a Georgia peach at heart!

Savannah Print: Evelyn Henson . Full Outfit: Lilly Pulitzer . Location: Outer Banks NC

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Lilly Ladies Beach Bound

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What do Lilly ladies do best on their days off? Make is sunny! And what better way to spend a summer afternoon than on a day- trip to Hilton Head with your best babes? I rocked my favorite Daisy romper covered in pom- poms and my favorite print.

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We packed up the trunk with all of our ‘Splash Into Summer’ must- haves, from our beach umbrella and towels to matching beach chairs. Can you say trunk goals?

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We certainly did make a splash at the beach with our bright colors and bold prints. We soaked up some rays and sipped on our Frosty Frog freezies.  Finally, we ended the day at the Salty Dog Cafe.

 

How do you spend your #summerinlilly?

 

Aviators: Haute Pink by Alexandria Angel  .  Romper, Chairs, & Accessories: Lilly Pulitzer

Flamingo Tote: TJ Maxx  .  Stripe Bikini: Vineyard Vines (On sale tonight)

 

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