Shen Dove

personal style, musings and inspiration

Black + White

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Top: Old Navy | Skirt: UO | Bag: H&M | Shoes: F21 | Sunglasses: Smak Parlour, Philly

I know I’ve mentioned this already but I find it amazing that it’s August already. Why oh why does summer fly by so fast?  I’m so not ready to even think about fall clothing yet, but I guess it’s time…

Now that we have officially entered the end of summer, I’ve decided that my personal theme for the month will be “Make it Count.”  It’s time to make some of the fun activities I wanted to do back at the start of the summer a reality before it’s too late.  I also need to start making headway on a few personal goals since I’ve basically been coasting on the goals I set earlier this year for the last quarter.  I’ll do a separate goal blog post soon, I’m overdue for a check-in.  Nothing like the end of the season to offer some motivation!    Happy Monday!

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Monday Positivity

Teal and Khaki | Shen Dove 1

Top: thrifted | Skirt: Old Navy | Bag: Nordstrom | Shoes: Nordstrom | Necklace: Sonia V. Boutique | Trench: thrifted

Happy Monday!  On most weekdays, you can find me wearing a variation of this outfit.  It can be a little challenging getting into a productive mindset on Mondays, but for me, wearing items make me feel pulled together helps.  To get my week started off with the right mindset, I usually try to pick out an outfit I feel good wearing, read something that inspires me, and write my affirmations.  How do you start your week off with a positive mindset?

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September Wish List – Early Fall

Early Fall Wish List | Shen Dove

The time for heavy knits, scarves, tights, and sturdy boots will be here soon enough.  For now, I’m currently loving these items to be worn now by themselves and later with multiple layers.

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Old Navy Women’s Graphic Slub Tee // Halogen ‘Katrina’ Bootie // H&M Fine Snit Sweater // Steve Madden Ecentric Sneaker Leopard Pony  // Old Navy Women’s Faux-Leather Studded Belt // OASAP Candy Color Skater Skirt // Ann Taylor Large Stone Statement Necklace // Lodis Accessories Pebble Metallic Summer Crossbody // Kate Spade Gramercy Bracelet Watch // Gorjana Teagan Cuff // Essie Fall Nail Polish – After School Boy Blazer // SheInside Army Green Long Sleeve Epaulet Drawstring Trench Coat // H&M Circle Skirt

 

Dash of Yellow

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Sweater: Target // Pants: Old Navy // Ankle Boots: F21 // Bag: Thrifted

The resounding chorus among style bloggers (at least the ones I follow) on the East Coast is that we are ready for Spring.  Spring may not be here yet, but I don’t see any reason not to wear one of my more Springy bags.  If you have any other ideas on how to add Springy items into a Winter wardrobe, I’m open to suggestions!

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Gray Monochrome

Shen Dove Style | Gray Monochrome

Sweatshirt: Target // Jeans: Old Navy // Boots: Thrifted // Bag: H&M // Necklace: vendor @ Eastern Market in DC

Happy Monday! Don’t be fooled by the lack of snow in these photos, it snowed again a few hours later and I was back to practical footwear more appropriate for snow…

I’m officially ready for Spring weather and wearing outwear for style rather than warmth.

Are you ready for Spring yet or still enjoying the Winter weather?

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Have a fantastic week!