It’s 5 pm and I’m still sitting in bed— I haven’t changed out of my pajamas. I’ve been mindlessly scrolling through Instagram and Tik Tok for hours. I’ve started and stopped editing today’s YouTube video five times. I feel lazy and I’m just letting myself feel it.
Things have been so go go go this summer that often it feels like life is just flashing before my eyes. Today it feels good to just sit still in it for a moment. And to do it alone.
Next Sunday I will write you from Florence, Italy—in a new apartment with my besties and a few other girls, I’ve never met. The furniture will not be mine and a suitcase is all I’ll have from home. As excited as I am, I can’t tell you how grateful I am to just be here laying in bed today. To soak in solitude before the commotion begins.
With love, McKenz
THIS WEEK ON THE BLOG
Outer Banks Travel Guide Summer 2022
THIS WEEK’S VLOG
working on it…
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK
Sunday, August 7
Packing up after our week in the Outer Banks and heading home. Spending today unpacking, lazing around, and editing YouTube videos. So happy to be home for a little bit.
Outfit Details— pjs ?
Monday, August 8
Getting my booty back into a routine this morning. Getting some Styled by work done, tackling a huge to-do list, and filming a bit. It feels so good getting back into it.
Outfit Details— bra: Halara, leggings: Halara, flip flops: Rainbow, necklaces: Gorjana, rings: Electric Picks, bracelets: Gorjana
Tuesday, August 9
Spending a slower morning choosing new selects for the fall time, then getting ready and heading out for an afternoon full of errands. I did several returns, picked up a few last-minute products, and ran to Gorjana. Enjoyed dinner with the fam and then spent the evening catching up with Devon.
Outfit Details— romper: Spanx, hoodie: Boohoo, sneakers: Converse, necklaces: Gorjana, rings: Electric Picks, bracelets: Gorjana
Wednesday, August 10
Off to the Apple store this morning. Madison needed a new phone so I ended up giving her my 12 Pro and I upgraded to the 13 Pro Max! I’m so happy with the new camera and to have more storage for all of my photos and videos. I met up with two friends from high school, Kylie for coffee and Meg for dinner. Cherishing these moments at home!
Outfit Details— set: Stori, hoodie: Boohoo, sneakers: Nike, necklaces: Gorjana, rings: Electric Picks, bracelets: Gorjana
Thursday, August 11
Madison’s last day at home before her semester begins! After spending most of the day checking things off my to-do list + sending in content, we packed her car and went to the Hornet’s Nest per her ~last supper~ request!
Outfit Details— tee: Rue 21, shorts: Express, shoes: Converse, purse: Aurelle, necklaces: Gorjana, rings: Electric Picks, bracelets: Gorjana
Friday, August 12
Off to the outlet mall with my mom this morning! I did some last-minute back-to-school shopping, picking up a few must-haves before Europe. We then met up with my dad for dinner at a new (to us) spot, Tony Lokos. Their shrimp tacos were amazing!
Outfit Details— top: Express, shorts: Princess Polly, shoes: Dolce Vita, necklaces: Gorjana, rings: Electric Picks, bracelets: Gorjana, purse: Polene
Saturday, August 13
Spent the morning *attempting* to pack my suitcase for Italy! I will do a full breakdown of what I’m bringing next week but just wanted to get an idea of how much my suitcase would weigh today. I then went to Mount Airy and got my hair done. I got a trim + freshened up my blonde and it looks amazing. Spent the evening with the Manions like the good ole days!
Outfit Details— romper: Spanx, shoes: SheIn, necklaces: Gorjana, rings: Electric Picks, bracelets: Gorjana, purse: Polene
STYLED BY THROUGH THE YEARS
- Check out what I was up to this time in 2016: 2 Simple Summer Makeup Looks, Denim Lookbook, Beauty Basics: Contour VS Bronzer, Makeup Addict Tag
- Check out what I was up to this time in 2017: Weekly Wrap Up #29 (Week In My Life + Outfit of The Week), Top 5 Favorite Summer Shoe Trends Under $40+ 5 Outfit Ideas, Go For Gingham- 30 Pieces to Shop NOW under $30, Shopping Is My Cardio- What’s Yours?!
- Check out what I was up to this time in 2018: The Little Black Dress Is A Packing Essential, My Current Summer Uniform, Two Summer Beach Outfits, Love For Lemons, The Waterproof Phone Pouch, My Current Favorite Accessory
- Check out what I was up to this time in 2019: Three Go To Summer Outfits, The Swimsuit Style You Need, Dorm Room Haul, Dokotoo Swimsuit Review, Fall Shopping Is Approaching
- Check out what I was up to this time in 2020: 5 Wedding Guest Dresses, Planning The Perfect Dorm Room From Home, 10 Back To School Outfit Ideas, How To Wear: The Color Of The Summer, Weekly Wrap Up #30 2020
- Check out what I was up to this time in 2021: Miami Swim Week Recap 2021 , 15 Items You Need In Your Summer Closet , Weekly Wrap Up #30 2021