Summer Weekend Escapes

Hello dear readers! It has been a little bit since I have written but it's been one crazy week for work. Between working in the office and working events I was checking Facebook, and I really enjoyed seeing all the pictures from mini-vacations that friends took. That got me to thinking about what to pack for different destinations.


One of my dear friends, Kay over at Life After... goes to her parent's lake house several times during the summer. For being at the lake or really anywhere near a body of water, you want to be comfortable. Besides packing the usual 10 bathing suits, here are a couple of other ideas...

Lake House Love by sarahkeck86 featuring sun dresses

Keeping things cool and loose is the way to go. With the lack of airconditioning in many cases, the last thing you want is tight clothes trapping in heat. Stick with cottons. They breathe and there are so many beautiful clothes in cotton.

Another friend recently went to one of my all-time favorite places, New York City! This city is right around the corner from us here in CT, so when we get out there it's usually just for the day. Dressing right is very important. One would think that just because there is a lot of shade from all the large buildings, that it would be cooler. Not so. It can really get hot with all that concrete and glass. Keeping it flowy is the way to go...

Weekend in the City by sarahkeck86 featuring metallic handbags

The great thing about the city is that there are so many different styles. I love to go with a very feminine look. The City can make you feel a little grimy, so keeping the look fresh can make you feel fresh for longer. New York is also notorious for people wearing a lot of black. Let's break that habit! Bringing in pasteles and whites is a great alternative. Pairing with a statement necklace and a great hat is the way to go.

Last but not least is the country retreat. Heading out to the country road trip style is so much fun! There again, it's best to be comfortable. You don't necessarily need to be as structured in the country as you do in the city. I love flowy tank-tops, they are easy to roll up and fit into small spaces so you can pack several. A great maxi-dress and jean jacket can easily transfer from day to night. 

Country Escape by sarahkeck86 featuring antique gold jewelry

This is one of my favorite collections. I'm loving all the bright colors! 


The moral of this post is to keep in mind your surroundings and plan for several weather scenarios. Weekend trips are the best so remember to dress fabulously!