can't you hear my heartbeat

This dress is one of the first things I've purchased for my upcoming trip to France this summer! It struck me as such a summery dress that I was actually surprised when I put on this outfit and realized it worked. It's always exciting when I realize a piece is going to be a lot more versatile than I originally imagined!

I hope everyone has fun plans for Valentine's Day! I had a Rainforest Cafe gift card so I went out with my family for a pre-Valentine's Day dinner last night. And today I'm probably just going to watch some movies and hang out with my valentine (my cat, of course!) I might also treat myself to some take-out and chocolate. My favorite candy right now is Theo sea salt dark chocolate. It's so, so good but definitely healthier than eating a Snickers, lol!

dress - asos | tights - amazon | shoes - aldo

purse - forever 21 (old)

I heart you

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I love how easily accessible heart covered clothing and, well, basically everything, is to find around Valentine's Day. I love it to death so I always end up stocking up -- because I never get tired of heart-print clothing and accessories, even when February 14th is long gone. Luckily for me (and you, if you're as smitten with the motif as I am!) all of the items in this post are available this very moment. No need to wait until Target rolls out their holiday line eight months from now ;)

heart still beating

dress - trollied dolly

hair bow - hive and honey

shoes - vintage c/o my grandmom

So, this is officially my new favorite dress in the history of all time, ever ever ever. I got it half off directly from the designer, Trollied Dolly, during their summer sale (which is still going on, so go snatch up some pretties!) and I'm absolutely in love with the huge novelty print, the fit, the material, everything! I'm also growing pretty fond of this length, when I've always preferred things a bit shorter in the past.

Also, this is the hair bow that I used for inspiration when drawing my new blog header! It's from Miss Kaelah Bee's fantastic etsy shop Hive & Honey! I'm so happy that I bought this, because it's probably my favorite accessory ever now. (This post should really be titled "Kate's favorite things EVER") It just goes SO perfectly with my big beehive/bun hairdo, and I love the way the white pops against the pink! I'm almost sad when I have to take it off each night when I go to sleep... I'm just head over heels in love with it!

Oh, speaking of heels, I love my shoes too.. they're my favorite ever!!!! ;D