Friends, it’s our last Friday of summer!
Whaaaaaaaaaaaaat?!
Yes!
Our kids go back a little early this year, which means that this is our last weekend before the school year begins.
I’m so sad.
That being said, I do feel a little bit like this…
Bahahaha! Right?!
Okay, as always, I’m linking up with my friends Andrea and Erika and sharing my faves.
Happy Friday, friends!
Now that we’re officially back from all of our summer trips, I’m going to do one big roundup of summer dresses I wore and loved in case you need one too! Every single dress here could easily transition to fall by just throwing a denim jacket on top! Easy peasy!
(Unless indicated below, all of these dresses run TTS and are xs on me.)
This might be the perfect dress. I seriously just wore it yesterday to Smith’s meet the teacher night with sandals. It’s comfy, it’s neutral, it’s flattering…I love it! It comes in SO MANY other colors too!
I loved this one so much that I wore it twice in Nantucket (one time with a denim jacket!). I’m not typically a longer dress kind of girl, but this one is SO SOFT and SO COMFY, that it’s converted me.
It’s navy, it’s soft, it’s flowy in all the right places…this dress checks all of my boxes!
Oh this one is super sassy! You just can’t go wrong with a LBD, right?! This is an Amazon find!!
I just got this one from Nordstrom and it gives me all the fall vibes 🙂 .
This dress here comes in solid colors too, but I really loved this fun print!
Another Amazon find!! This dress comes in so many colors and is lined!! It’s flowy, it’s tiered, it’s chiffon and I love how it’s cinched in the middle.
Friends, this dress is currently 60% off!!! How cute, right?! I did buy this one in an xs petite!
And finally, this dress here. I loved this one so much that I brought it back to Nantucket for the second trip. It’s so soft and comfy and can easily be dressed up or down. LOVE!!!!
You guys, you’re rockin’ my world with your podcast love and support!!! Erika and I are having SO MUCH FUN this season recording our episodes (and then listening back), but your feedback has really motivated us and made us even more excited for each episode! I really feel like based on the feedback, you love all of the episodes, but the last three have been your favorite. If you haven’t listened to BREAKING DOWN THE BESTIES (where Andrew and Tab takeover the mic!), SOCIAL MEDIA (where we talk about why our kids don’t have phones) or ENNEAGRAM (where we really just talk about how Erika and I are so different), then go take a listen on your favorite podcast platform. If you have episode topic requests, please email us at thebestiebreakdown@gmail.com! THANK YOU!!!
Awwwww! So many of you have been checking in on Ashby and how she’s doing this summer. I just wanted to let you all know that she’s doing great! I feel like we’re at the hospital all the time seeing doctors/having tests run/doing scans, but it’s working because she seems to be in less pain. On the way to soccer the other night, we were talking about someone else who is having heart problems and she said something about veins and arteries and I said “yeah, you’re exactly right” and she goes “after 22 surgeries, I’m close to being an expert”. I love, love, love that she’s learning and educating herself as we go from doctor to doctor and taking real ownership of her health…but I absolutely hate that she’s nine and an “almost expert” on the vascular system. That sucks. We are working really hard on both Ashby’s physical and mental health…but prayers are ALWAYS our first line of defense. We appreciate them so much!!
Sheaffer told me to.
And I did.
And she’s always right.
Andrew and I are obsessed.
Watch it.
Now.
Two yummy new Target finds you need to add in your cart…
…um, I don’t even know how to describe this. It’s sweet, it’s salty, it’s a little smoky. I’m literally eating it as a snack right now as I type this. It’s so good!!!
And you know how much I love a sparkling soda, this one is my current fave!!! Delish!!!
On Instagram yesterday, I shared my BACK TO SCHOOL MEAL PLANNING post, so I thought I’d share it here too! I meal plan each month (not weekly), and you can read all about my method and how I do it HERE! ‘Tis the season to get super organized after a lazy summer.
Speaking of Back to School…
Finally, one of my FAVORITE posts of the year! It’s an updated version of my BACK TO SCHOOL BREAKFAST BITES! I have 25 easy and delicious recipes your family will love before school. Don’t have kids at home? Make them for your next weekend brunch too :).
That’s it for this Friday! I hope you all have a wonderful weekend! xx
Erika Slaughter says
Sweet Ashby, I’m glad she’s always looking at the positive side of things.
Elspeth says
Have a great last weekend of summer!! I’ve been loving the podcast! I listen to it every I take long drives!
http://www.elspethsdaybyday.com
Ani Martinez says
Ted Lasso, who knew, right? (Apparently everyone, because we were late to the party ?)
SO GOOD!
Kim N says
Love Ted Lasso and obsessed with that Target Coconut Pineapple water too! It is summer in a can 🙂
Our kids went back to school on Weds. so we are finishing our first short week today.
Prayers for your kids as they return next week!
Danielle Rigg says
Prayers and blessings for sweet Ashby! She is teaching so many and filling the world with kindness & empathy! Things we need more of.
Jen says
Ted Lasso is soooo good!!! So sweet but a tiny bit spicy. I love it!
Dana says
Those dresses are all so cute on you! And I giggled at your snacks right now-those are 2 of my favorite things, too!!
Tammy says
Oh how I’m loving the podcast ! The latest one on Enneagrams is soo soo good.
Mix and Match Mama says
Thank you so much!!!!
Kathy Schikevitz says
Great post! Love so many of the dresses. Can you share about your CC sandals?
Mix and Match Mama says
I love them so much! I bought them this year from Chanel’s website.
Marie says
Hi Shay! Love the Chanel sandals too!! How were you able to get them from Chanel’s website? I thought they only sold makeup and fragrance etc. online?
Excited to find out!
Mix and Match Mama says
I bought them off of their website. They sell jewelry, clothing and shoes on there too.
Debbie Lang says
Hi Shay – do you happen to know what collection the sandals were from? I searched the spring/summer and didn’t see them. They may be sold out and not listed any more.
Mix and Match Mama says
I don’t remember the name of the collection. They came in two other colors as well (yellow and black). I bought them in March, so they might be sold out.
Amy Heinl says
I am so glad that Ashby is doing well and experiencing less pain. She is in my prayers and thoughts daily
Mix and Match Mama says
You have no idea how much that means!!!
Alyssa Hammond says
I would love to know how you shop for vacations, I really struggle with shopping ? I’m impressed you find such cute things from so many different stores
Mix and Match Mama says
Awwwwww! Well, I have my favorite retailers and pretty much stick with them (Amazon, Nordstrom, J Crew, Loft, Abercrombie and Shopbop).
Morgan Morgan says
Ted Lasso is the best! So funny and endearing.
Sheaffer Sims says
YESSSSSSSSS! I’m so glad you listened when I told you to!!!!! So excited a new episode drops today!!!!
p.s. I love Ashby.
Sheila says
Hi – where did you get those Chanel sandals? They are awesome!
Mix and Match Mama says
From Chanel!
Andi says
If you love the sweet cajun mix from Target, I think you would LOVE the tex mex one! I used to only buy the sweet cajun one but gave the other a try and I’m not looking back!
Marie says
Hi !
Love your Chanel sandals too!!
Has Chanel started selling their shoes online ?! ?
The only e-commerce they have ever done has been makeup and fragrances !
Super cute!
Mix and Match Mama says
I’ve ordered many things from them online. Sometimes, they’ll have a rep call you to complete the sale, but I never go into the store to shop. It’s all shopped for and handled on the internet.
Lauren Truman says
girlfriend, I am SHOCKED that you didn’t have Ashby, MN and Kensington, MN being THIRTY minutes apart as a Friday fav hahaha!!! but seriously. I keep telling people how INSANE that is — and no one truly gets it because they don’t read your blog (fools). ? My tiny family prays for sweet Ashby all the time… including her mental health. God is working MIRACLES in her life — proven by her living, breathing, LIFE and that she is living with Y’ALL in Texas — and He will continue to guard her heart. XO Lauren
Alissa says
My husband and I are currently watching Ted Lasso and are LOVING it! I can’t wait to watch more!
Sarah says
Have you tried the Zen Party trail mix from Target?? It’s GREAT and unlike any other trail mix I’ve found.
Mix and Match Mama says
I need details! What’s in it?? I love their Monster Mix!!
Sarah says
It’s got different types of rice crackers, sesame sticks, wasabi peas, almonds, and cashews…with a yummy seasoning on it. You should definitely try it!
Nancy Le says
Praying for you sweet Ashby! Thanks for always being an example of courage, strength, kindness and Jesus’ love!
Rose says
Shay,
Thank you for sharing about Ashby and her sweet heart. She has a quiet strength and it shows in how she expresses herself so humbly. I’m going into my second surgery with a different mindset. What a gift she is and tell her thank you for giving me, a 40 year old mama of two boys, words of encouragement to lift my heart up. She is a special little girl!
Abby says
The boo recipe spiral is so cute! Do you have recipes printed in it and where did you find it, I’d love one!
I love your podcast. Our whole family did the enneagram free tests while on a road trip this week. I re-did mine 4 times because I didn’t like my number. I have to say I found it so interesting to find my husband of 22 years number, it made sense of a couple of things that bugged me some times and it confirmed my approach with a couple of my kiddos, which I need to remember when they or I am stressed-so helpful!
Mix and Match Mama says
It’s a blank notepad that I bought from Erin Condren years ago. I write my recipes on the inside pages. I love that you all took the test too!
Lindsey says
What are those cute sandals you wore with the first dress?
Mix and Match Mama says
I think you’re referring to my Chanel sandals!
Amy Allen says
Try the Tex Mex at Target. We mix it with the Sweet Cajun to make a great snack mix!
Serena W. says
Do you love your Chloe’ handbag that is in the first picture? I have had my eye on that one for a while but can’t decide if I should go with the medium or large version. I feel like the large version would be similar to the LV Neverfull. Thoughts?
Also, that blue dress from Amazon looks great on you!!
Mix and Match Mama says
I do love it!!! I have the large version and it’s very similar to the medium Neverfull.