Happy Friday, lovebugs, and cheers to the weekend! I’ve had a goofy grin on my face for 48 hours, and I have YOU to thank! I am literally so overwhelmed and humbled by your response to our GxHSP ‘Summer of Fun‘ Collection launch! I hope you feel the love right back through the styles we created specifically for YOU.
Today I’ve got a real treat for you, and I’m ridiculously excited about it!! Last week I invited some of my favorite local bloggers (and real-life girlfriends!) to preview the ‘Summer of Fun‘ Collection, and take part in a group photoshoot! It’s something I’ve wanted to do for ages, and I was literally giddy and emotional to all be together again!
So much love goes into designing these Collections, and seeing how excited they were, not to mention, how gorgeous and confident they felt in the pieces, was such an incredible feeling.
You’re not only going to love seeing the styles on them, but love them, too! I’ve always believed in community over competition, in both life and this crazy influencer business, and these women are the epitome of that. They are all strong, smart, clever, kind, fiercely hard-working, and supportive. I’m lucky to call them friends, and so grateful for their support.
*DON’T FORGET… CODE SUGARPLUM15 SAVES YOU 15% OFF THE ENTIRE COLLECTION HERE!*
on Ryanne: Meet You At The Dock Top // on Ashley: Deep Dive Top | Shallow End Skirt
on Me: Sunny Day Maxi Dress // on Sheaffer: Shallow End Skirt
on Megan: Summer Nights Maxi Dress // on Taryn:Â Throw On & Go Day Dress
on Taryn: Throw On & Go Day Dress // on Me: Sunny Day Maxi Dress // on Ryanne: Meet You At The Dock Top
Serene Morning Henley | Serene Morning Short
We had the best time playing in the ‘Summer of Fun‘ Collection and I loved seeing which styles each of the girls reached for next. I always say you know you’ve got a winning outfit when it makes you feel like dancing…well there was a lot of twirling going on that day!
on Sheaffer: Serene Morning Henley // on Ryanne: Sunny Day Maxi Dress
on Megan: Meet You At The Dock Top // on Me: Sunny Day Maxi Dress
on Taryn: Decked Out Day Dress // on Ashley: Summer Nights Maxi Dress
on Sheaffer: Shallow End Skirt // on Ashley:24 Hour Romper
on Ryanne: Decked Out Day Dress // on Megan: Deep Dive Top | Shallow End Skirt
on Me: Throw On & Go Day Dress // on Taryn: Sunny Day Maxi Dress
on Ryanne: Meet You At The Dock Top // on Ashley: Deep Dive Top | Shallow End Skirt
on Me: Sunny Day Maxi Dress // on Sheaffer:Shallow End Skirt
on Megan: Summer Nights Maxi Dress // on Taryn:Throw On & Go Day Dress
Meet Sheaffer //
A day doesn’t go by that Sheaffer and I don’t talk at least five times. For real. We talk about work, life, kids, husbands…all of it!
I actually used to work with her husband, and loved whenever she dropped in the office. I remember one day she said, ‘I think I’m going to start a blog.’ To which I responded, ‘I have a blog!!’Â (I was secretly blogging for years while working a corporate job.) We’ve bounced ideas off each other ever since. You’ll never meet a girl with a bigger heart, or wittier sense of humor.
Size: Sheaffer is 5’4′ and wears a 6/8. She’s wearing a medium top and small bottom in the ‘Summer of Fun’ Collection.
on Me: Deep Dive Top | Shallow End Skirt // on Sheaffer: Shallow End Skirt
on Ryanne: Decked Out Day Dress // on Sheaffer: Shallow End Skirt // on Me: Throw On & Go Day Dress
Meet Taryn //
I’ve followed Taryn for years, and was drawn to her honest and open style…not to mention, her absolutely adorable family and hilarious husband! She is a literal she-woman balancing life with FOUR boys, and doing it with such grace. And always with that stunning smile.
I was thrilled when she moved closer (we’re practically neighbors!), and am excited to finally be able to get together in person more often!
Size: Taryn is 5’3 1/2″ (as she says, ‘The 1/2 matters!’) and a size 12. She’s wearing a large in the ‘Summer of Fun’ Collection.
on Me: Throw On & Go Day Dress // on Taryn: Sunny Day Maxi Dress
on Taryn: Decked Out Day Dress // on Me: 24 Hour Romper
on Taryn: Decked Out Day Dress // on Me & Ryanne: Sunny Day Maxi Dress
Meet Megan //
My darling little Megan!! We met in the early, early days of blogging, and became fast and fierce friends. She’s been my roomie at literally every single conference and event for the last 10 years, and we’ve even vacationed with our families together.
She has an absolute heart of gold, and is the sweetest soul. She’s truly invested in you as a friend, and always willing to lend an ear.
Size: Megan is 5′ and wears a 0P. She’s wearing an XXS in the ‘Summer of Fun’ Collection.
on Megan: Decked Out Day Dress // on Me: Deep Dive Top | Shallow End Skirt
on Ashley & Megan: 24 Hour Romper // on Me: Summer Nights Maxi Dress
on Me: Deep Dive Top | Shallow End Skirt // on Megan: Decked Out Day Dress // on Sheaffer: Shallow End Skirt
Meet Ryanne //
I met Ryanne a couple of years ago, soon after she started her blog. I felt instantly drawn to her, and her passion for what she’s creating. She probably thought I was a crazy lady, but I remember pulling her in the corner and unleashing a mountain of blogging advice!
I just knew she had something special, and wanted to be sure she stood up for her worth. She’s wicked smart and super efficient…and now she’s the one with the great advice!
Size: Ryanne is 5’5″ and a size 12. She’s wearing large in the ‘Summer of Fun’ Collection.
Serene Morning Henley | Serene Morning Short
Meet Ashley //
Miss Fancy Ashley…my lipstick-loving twin! In fact, I think my first words to her years ago were, ‘Ooooh, love that lip color! What is it?!’ And do you know what she did?! She pulled it out of her bag and gave it to me!! That’s just the kind of friend she is.
She’s always the happiest, smiliest person in the room, and tons of fun. She also finds the absolute best stuff…not just lipsticks!
Size: Ashley is 5’2″ and a size 4. She’s wearing an XS in the ‘Summer of Fun’ Collection.
on Me: Deep Dive Top | Shallow End Skirt // on Ashley: Summer Nights Maxi Dress
on Me: Sunny Day Maxi Dress // on Ashley: Deep Dive Top | Shallow End Skirt // on Sheaffer: Shallow End Skirt
Stunning, right?! And I’m lucky enough to call them friends! Thank you to these darling girls for being my tribe, true friends, and biggest cheerleaders! I hope you love this post as much as loved shooting it together!
Shop the full GxHSP ‘Summer of Fun’Â Collection HERE! And don’t forget code SUGARPLUM15 to save 15% off everything!
Happy weekend, lovebugs… and with all my heart, thank you for the love, support, and enthusiasm!
[More SUMMER of FUN]
Behind the Scenes of the GxHSP Photoshoot
Summer Glow | The Makeup
Complete Collection Lookbook