I grew up climbing trees, swimming, and playing in creeks. My favorite toy was a hand-me-down G.I. Joe doll. But I also had a girlie side. I took ballet and loved playing dress up, especially when I went on "dates" with my grandpa. This outfit - the soft ruffles, sheer roses and lace-up shoes - reminds me of everything I love about being a girl. I will always be ready to play in the mud at a moment's notice, but sometimes being soft and sweet is just as fun. 

Top: H&M, $18
Skirt: Varga c/o, $49 (similar, pencil)
Purse: Sole Society, $30 (similar, similar)
Shoes:  ShoeDazzle "Belisma" c/o (sold out - similar, designer, flats) 
Earrings: My Stella & Dot, $19
Bracelets: My Stella & Dot, $59 and My Stella & Dot, $39
Rings: My Stella & Dot, $29 and Michael Kors c/o Reeds
Nail color: Essie "Ballet Slippers"
Approx. dates: Top is 3 years ago. Purse is 1 year ago. Shoes are recent, skirt is new.

BCBG  /  H&M  /  Anne Klein
Mango  /  H&M  /  Nordstrom
Urban Outfitters  /  Free People  /  Forever 21