{stars & stripes}

After my annual hiatus in Michigan, 

I'm back and ready to blog. Pardon the wet hair in my pictures,

but that's the result of a day at the beach. 

I love spending the week with friends and family

celebrating my birthday and our great nation! #merica

Every year I search my closet for the perfect birthday outfit,

something patriotic and comfortable. I found both of my requirements

in this American Apparel maxi dress. To tie together the "whole flag" look,

I made a stars bow for my hair. With my wet locks, I pinned 

my bow underneath my bun for a different spin on a classic bow. 

Later on I threw a jean vest over the whole outfit, but didn't get any pictures of it.

Hopefully I'll be able to feature my cousin's pictures soon that have a

a few shots with my lovely sisters!

Hand sewn bow by me

What I'm wearing:
Striped dress from American Apparel,
belt and necklace borrowed from my mom,
flats from Urban Outfitters,
bow sewn by me (let me know if you are interested in
buying a bow ☺)