Yes, I'm 31 and wearing a crop top

Crop tops. No longer are they only for those Coachella millennials, friends. They are for YOU AND ME, TOO! This one by Reformation is a favorite. It’s a really comfortable t-shirt material, and very flattering on. I need it in black too. I’ve found it to be more functional than expected, I wear it at least once a week.

Wearing Riley Crop Tee from Reformation, Skirt from Reformation (here’s a similar one!)
Don’t miss my feature with Dress Like Me, where it dives into my functional (but fun) style!

Photos by Vera Thomas

Top D.C. Area Events This Month

May is the time of year when I’m finally coming out of the cave of hibernation. And now that Chloe is a bit older (9 months), I’ve been looking for more fun activities to do with her too! Because I find it so difficult to find great events, I thought I’d share a few with you!

Wldwest May Makers Market
Saturdays in May
106 Loudoun Street, Leesburg, VA
Come support local makers and browse a highly curated selection of goods, from candles to dresses to cards to rugs...and you can even find bags of our coffee (Aperture Coffee Roasters) there too!

Loyal Hana Trunk Show at Nook
May 6-11
Nook at Ballston Quarter | 4238 Wilson Blvd Suite 1295, Arlington, VA 22203
In celebration of Mother's Day this year, our friends at Loyal Hana are popping up at Nook in Ballston Quarter! Loyal Hana is a collection of stylish comfortable garments that enables the modern woman to transition "from the bump, boob and beyond". First to develop a hidden zipper to allow for easy, discrete nursing and pumping, Loyal Hana designs for the modern mom and mom-to-be who is style-conscious and practical. I have a ton of their pieces, and wear them ALL THE TIME.

Wylie Grey Opening Party
Thursday, May 9
6-9 PM
11 District Square, SW, Washington, DC
Stop by for the Wylie Grey grand opening party at The Wharf! Shop brands like LoveShackFancy, Fifth Label, Faithful the Brand and more!

Mother's Day Coffee Mug Decorating at Gregory's Coffee
Saturday, May 11 from 11 AM - 2 PM
1101 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC
Join Gregory's Coffee for complimentary coffee, wellness beverages, pastries and more. Enjoy balloon art and join your kids in coffee mug decorating for a homemade Mother’s Day gift.

Bram Brew Fest
Saturday, May 18
1-6 PM
Enjoy unlimited pours from over 30 breweries, including Black Walnut Brewery, Rocket Frog Brewing Company, Dynasty Brewing Co., and House 6 Brewing Co. Get your tickets.

Mothers Day Photo App at Framebridge
Sunday, May 12
11 AM - 3 PM
1919 14th St NW Suite A, Washington, DC 20009
Framebridge's Logan Circle location will be celebrating moms on Sunday, May 12 with sweet treats along with an opportunity to take photos with your family in front of a signature balloon installation, and leave with a commemorative polaroid! The installation will be up all day beginning at 11am, with refreshments at noon.

The Indie Jewelry Brands I'm Loving Right Now

I thought it might be fun to share a few of my favorite jewelry companies of the moment with you this week!

AU-Rate

I've been swooning over this minimalist brand ever since it opened in Georgetown. The shop is not only incredibly beautiful, but their pieces are ethically sourced and sustainable. Plus - for every purchase, a book is given to a child in need. I love their selection of jewelry and recently got their circle necklace - it's gotten me so many compliments!

Sophie Blake

You guys know of my love for Sophie Blake. I was obsessed with her pieces for years, and saved up for my first bracelet. I've been in love ever since! She has become an incredible friend of mine who I admire not only for her incredible art and work ethic, but for her beautiful heart and irreplaceable friendship.

Mejuri

I have been wearing Mejuri's luxe everyday pieces for years - I adore their stackable rings, necklaces and earrings. These pearl earrings are my current favorite - they're all I wore on my last vacation!

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A spring selection ✨💐

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WKNDLA

I love this sustainable brand based out of LA - they have the prettiest, most abstract earrings for sensitive ears. I even have their Calm Balm because my ears are super sensitive. If WKDLA were a girl, she'd be the cool artsy one who never tries too hard but always looks amazing.

Diament Jewelry

Vintage jewelry has such a special place in my heart. The owner of Diament curates the greatest selection of jewelry - I have a ring and necklace I've been wearing on repeat from this spot. Diament is local to the DC area too so be sure to check out her shop in The Wharf!

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Have you got your hands on one of our new Axiom chain necklaces yet...? 📷 @wethepeoplestyle pairs hers with #lucywilliamsxmissoma Beaded Coin Legion Necklace.

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Missoma

Just know that all the IT girls have Missoma necklaces. The design collaborations with Lucy Williams, a fellow blogger, have stolen my heart. While I don't own any Missoma pieces yet, they're on my Wish List! My girl Natalie wears them all the time so in my book, if it's good enough for Natalie, it's good enough for me! :D

This post is done in partnership with Nakturnal.

Not a Regular Mom

Nothing makes me feel younger than sporting an ADIDAS sweatshirt. It brings my back to my high school days…playing sports, but also being a bit girly. And now that I’m all grown up, it’s come back into style full force.. It’s giving me all the “I’m not a regular mom, I’m a cool mom” vibes, and I AM HERE FOR IT.

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