The Balancing Act: Neon

This outfit might be the most relaxed looks (for weekend
attire) that I have without wearing a maxi skirt or jersey knit dress. This was a nice
breakaway from my usual weekend style, because I usually live in dresses during the
week. The fun in the sun type of
summer feeling has been rubbing off on me the past couple of weekends.

I recently had to swiftly attend a seminar, but I was able to
have a great conversation with several colleagues about making time for ourselves! It
was all very interesting, as most of us work similar schedules or long hours. Even
though only a few others and I claimed to believe that although we might be
extremely busy at times, we still feel the best when there’s balance in our lives!

You should always make time to spend with those you love, but especially take time out for yourself. This could be going to get a manicure, working out, hiking, reading, planning a holiday, etc. Life should be enjoyed, and
that is exactly what I do! I decided many moons ago, that I would not get
burned out (and this applies to life, not just blogging). Whatever you need to
do … just do it!

Are you hard at work with no time for play? Well, perhaps it’s
time for a retreat! Sunshine and fresh blooms can restore our smiles. Just add
a little gratitude, and optimism and you have quite the concoction and ingredients for an enjoyable life, regardless of the schedule. 

The summer festivities will surely start for us soon, as I
just made an R.S.V.P. to my first wedding invite for the season a little bit
ago. Fortunately, a few summer plans have been made; including the Mr. scoring
some great tickets to see Norwegian soulful musician Bernhoft, which I am so excited about (more videos here)! As for the outfit: it’s simple, summery, and had a burst of happy colour. Ahem, I could not resist a dash of neon and pink-coral.

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about a thirteen-year-old entrepreneur. See, you can do anything with hard work
and dedication.

What are you looking forward to this summer?

 coral and teal crochet lace 70s inspiration

The goods: Crochet Lace Top and Neon Hat-c/o Osasp, Denim cut
into shorts-Lucky, Wedges-Nine West, Tank-H&M, Necklace-DIY, Yellow Lucite
pendant-gifted, Canvas bag-(old) Delias NY, Watch-iKen, Other jewellery-Assorted bangles-Consignment shop, Nordstrom,Charity shop. 

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  • Ileana says:

    This is such a beautiful look! Love that top in red ! So unique 🙂
    xoxo

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  • svetlana says:

    Really nice look 🙂

    The top is amazing!

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  • Frannie Pantz says:

    A good balance is a must for sure! Glad you are able to relax a bit! Lovely blouse!

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  • RedTagChicLA says:

    Wow Madison…..you look absolutely great in this ensem! I am looking forward to wearing my cutoffs too!!!

    Rebecca
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  • Jenmarie says:

    That top you're wearing is so cute! I definitely agree with you too! We absolutely need time for ourselves. It's basically like recharging!
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  • Michèle says:

    wonderful outfit dear, you look so pretty in bright colors

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks so much Alexandra. Have a great week.

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks!

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  • Ileana says:

    That top in red is perfect! Love the look 🙂

    xoxo

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  • mochaccinoland says:

    great look! love your shoes!!

    xoxo
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  • Ramona says:

    I love that lace top. looks so gorgeous with those shorts. I'm looking forward warm summer with plenty of sun. Fingers cross.


    xoxo Ra

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  • MISPAPELICOS says:

    The lace top is just fantastic, dear Madison

    Thank you for being part of Share-in-Style

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  • Kati says:

    I look forward to afternoons spent at the lake and long hacks with my cute horse!

    You look adorable and so relaxed! 🙂

    -Kati
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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you! I hope you're enjoying your weekend. xx/Madison
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  • Elisabeth Heinrichs says:

    Thanks for leaving such a kind comment on my blog. I'm following you now on Bloglovin from Finland 🙂 I'm looking forward to finishing my master level thesis project!

    xxx
    E from Helsinki, Finland
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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Absolutely!
    Thanks Josie!

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  • Mica says:

    That is such a beautiful statement top! I like it paired with your bright wedges too 🙂 Hope you have a wonderful summer and find lots of balance 🙂

    Away From The Blue

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Sounds great! Enjoy your staycation and family time! Thanks! /Madison 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Liebe Lola, Danke! Schönes Wochenende!
    Liebe Grüße,
    /Madison xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you Marie! And, I'm glad that you're able to be a bit more relaxed (with blogging), and have balance. 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks very much Ali, I'm glad that this post resonated with you.

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Danke für Deinen Kommentar!
    Ich wünsche Dir ein schönes Wochenende.
    LG,
    Madison

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Yes, laughter is so good for the soul! 🙂 Thanks for your comment Laura!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Absolutely! Thanks Hoda for your lovely comment. 🙂
    Have a great weekend. /Madison

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you for your comment. Yes, it definitely depends on your occupation and lifestyle–what may work for some may not work for others, regarding how to balance it all!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Rowena! Yes, sometimes those 'little things,' are what can have the most effect on us. 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    I think we all could use a bit of occasional motivation and reminding to have balance in our daily living. Thanks Courtney!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Emmy! Yes, getting burned out is not recommended for healthy living … at least not for me! 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you! I hope you stay cool in that heatwave and load up on plenty of water, etc. 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Yes, I agree and sometimes when you do what you love you might spend more time working without even realising that you're working so much… But, for me I've been able to find little moments to take a breather. Thanks Natalia!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks so much Lu!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Yes, summer concerts and festivals are my favourite as well. 🙂 Thanks Stanislava!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Daniella! I also usually take one day, sometimes on Sunday works best for me to just rest when I can. xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Hi Ivana– thanks for commenting sharing! I'm glad to hear that you are looking forward to swimming this summer. 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you! 🙂
    /Madison

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Yes, I think we all have felt that way. You can definitely have balance + dancing, hehe! … I hope you find a way to do it soon. x

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks so much Mahshid!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Mary Jo! xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you Kim. I agree, it's difficult at times to stay on track–but once you tell yourself quality time is essential I found that even 10 minutes can help.Your trip sounds great, enjoy! Have a lovely weekend!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    I agree, and thanks so much for your comment. 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Absolutely! Doing what you love makes a massive difference.x

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  • Josie's Journal says:

    You look awesome, love your little hat! Agree, you have to take time for yourself and what makes you happy x

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  • Jezz Dallas says:

    Super cute summer outfit! Supper is always tricky for me, cuz I need to find a balance between office appropriate yet stylish enough for summer heat…

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  • Missy May says:

    Oh yea you're right! We all need balance unless we will go crazy. Lol! You look lovely 🙂

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  • Lola Finn says:

    Danke dir Madison <3
    Deine Bluser ist suuuper! Rot steht dir sehr gut! 🙂
    Liebe Grüße aus München

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  • Sherin says:

    I love this summer outfit. The red top and shoes are gorgeous.

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  • Shybiker says:

    Lookin' lovely as always. And that's such good advice about taking time for ourselves. I need more balance in my life.

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  • laura says:

    Balance in life is key to happiness! So very true! I have learned to just not take things too seriously, including myself! It's always good to laugh and treat yourself <3 LOVE that coral top, Madison! It's gorgeous! Happy weekend!

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  • Hoda Katebi says:

    I love the bright pop of color in your outfit! You're so beautiful!
    I am definitely looking forward to this summer–I'm going to Morocco for 3 weeks! 😀 hooray! Can't wait! And I totally love/agree with what you wrote about just enjoying the little, calm things in life like spending time with people you love, biking, etc–the things we all forget to do during the school year! xx

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  • Kim A. says:

    madison, you are so right. that was one of my goals at the beginning of this year. i've really tried hard to maintain it. i did plan one trip for myself. it's important to get away and see new things. it's been a busy year for me trying to do it all. great outfit doll and enjoy each and every day!

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  • Claire Liu says:

    Love how you mix different colors! and yeah, definitely need to balance play time and work time! <3 but I guess depends on what kind of work you have 😀

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  • Mary Jo says:

    I am loving all the shorts weather coming (and here some days) so thoroughly enjoy your ensemble! Love the hat with it too 🙂

    xo Mary Jo

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  • Jessica (What To Style) says:
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  • Anouka says:

    Love the hat and the top! Great summer outfit!

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  • francesca r says:

    I don't have plans yet! I really like those wedges you are wearing!

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  • Rowena @ rolala loves says:

    I like what you said about taking time for yourself and your loved ones as it's the little things like that keep us going. I like how you always look so put together even for the weekend Madison!

    Rowena @ rolala loves

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  • Glam up your Lifestyle says:

    Ich versuche auch immer Qualitäts-Zeit für mich zu finden. Aber oft ist man so im Stress und merkt es nicht mal.
    Dein Outfit ist klasse. Ich mag die rote Bluse sehr.

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  • Marie McGrath says:

    I totally agree! It is so important to take time out for yourself and to do the things that make you happy. It is only recently that I've been starting to apply that idea to my life and I've been a little more relaxed with blogging (whereas before I was super intense and strict of posting all the time!). Anyway, I really like this summer outfit you are wearing! The colors are so bright and fun 🙂

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  • Sharon says:

    That top is so pretty on you! Total agree that it's important to take some time to relax. Have a great weekend!

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart

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  • Mahshid says:

    Your outfit says it all: BALANCE is beautiful 🙂 Your look is cool,stylish. and comfy….Love the hat!!!

    xx from Vienna

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  • Closet Fashionista says:

    I love those shoes, so fun! 😀

    Luckily I do have balance in my life, probably tips a little too close to personal life but that's okay. ha ha. Since I work at home right now it's a lot easier to have me time

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  • sartorialsidelines says:

    That's such a lovely top – I love how relaxed and cool this whole outfit is. And I couldn't agree more with you about the importance of "me" time and not burning out. Although I definitely need to work on my work-life balance….

    Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines

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  • Ali Hval says:

    Aaah, I can't agree with you enough! You've gotta take time off to see your friends and relax for a few hours, because if you work all the time you'll go mad. I'm a workaholic so I know that's definitely true! Good words, lady.

    Your top is so breezy and bright. I love the texture! Have a wonderful week my friend. 🙂

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  • thechilicool says:

    Lovely shoes!

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  • Emmy MW says:

    You look so good in this outfit, Madison:) And balance in life is surely important. Too much work is never good!

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  • Ivana Džidić says:

    You look fabulous dear:) and I agree with you…we must find time for ourselves…

    and to answer the question- to be honest what I'm looking forward the most is swimming…I used to be a capital swimmer but had some health problems for the last few summers…this year I hope to spend 5 hours a day in the sea and 10 hours a day on the beach…at least for a few week or so:)

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  • Carmen Vecchio says:

    beautiful shoes!
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    kiss

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  • Daniella says:

    Your top is so pretty Madison, I love the colour as well as the crochet texture. The way you combined it with the denim shorts and those amazingly printed wedges looks so great.

    I definitely have come to learn just how important taking time for yourself is. I try to set aside at least one day where I can do things that I find relaxing 🙂

    Take care,
    Daniella xox

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  • Vix Brearley says:

    Oh yeah, we work to live and not live to work. I nearly destroyed myself once and although I give 100% to everything at least I'm doing something I love.
    Those sandals rock! x

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  • Maiken M says:

    it sure is such a lovely summer look! though right now I would feel super hot in something like that since we're having a heatwave here in Estonia 😛 anyway, the bright colours you've combined look beautiful together and those wedges are pretty awesome I must say. and I looove the hat!

    Maiken,
    Maikeni blogi – part of me

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  • Lilli says:

    Hi Madison! I agree with you, is nice to read your words as sometimes is something we take for granted. Sounds you are already planning your summertime, well done! Looking forward to that too! And talking about your outfit, you just look adorable! I need a lace top too, you should wear this combo more often as suits u. Enjoy the weekend dear, kisses! xo

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  • Closet Fashionista says:

    I love those shoes, so fun! 😀

    Luckily I do have balance in my life, probably tips a little too close to personal life but that&#39s okay. ha ha. Since I work at home right now it&#39s a lot easier to have me time

    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  • Lubka Christova says:

    You've got a very beautiful sense for colours. I like this combo 🙂
    Come and check my latest blog giveawaym dear xx

    Lu, http://www.balgarka.co.uk

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  • sartorialsidelines says:

    That&#39s such a lovely top – I love how relaxed and cool this whole outfit is. And I couldn&#39t agree more with you about the importance of "me" time and not burning out. Although I definitely need to work on my work-life balance….

    Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines

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  • Ali Hval says:

    Aaah, I can&#39t agree with you enough! You&#39ve gotta take time off to see your friends and relax for a few hours, because if you work all the time you&#39ll go mad. I&#39m a workaholic so I know that&#39s definitely true! Good words, lady.

    Your top is so breezy and bright. I love the texture! Have a wonderful week my friend. 🙂

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  • thechilicool says:

    Lovely shoes!

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  • Emmy MW says:

    You look so good in this outfit, Madison:) And balance in life is surely important. Too much work is never good!

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  • AlexisGrace says:

    Balancing really is crucial. We haven't had much time together as a family lately, so Monday we've planned a staycation- should be fun!

    Love your casual look— very easy breezy!

    ~Alexis Grace of North On Harper

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  • Natalia says:

    The thing is that it's not so simple to remember about taking those breaks if you do something you truly enjoy. I only think about mine when I feel I am about to collapse (and I know it's not perfect, but that's just me).. 🙂 Love the outfit and absolutely adore the wedges!!! x

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  • KizzyDoll says:

    Love the top, so pretty. I hope you have a great weekend doll xx

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  • Ivana Džidić says:

    You look fabulous dear:) and I agree with you…we must find time for ourselves…

    and to answer the question- to be honest what I&#39m looking forward the most is swimming…I used to be a capital swimmer but had some health problems for the last few summers…this year I hope to spend 5 hours a day in the sea and 10 hours a day on the beach…at least for a few week or so:)

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  • girlie blogger says:

    Making time for one self is absolutely necessary for mental health. Nowadays women have to balance so much. Love your outfit. That shade of red looks great on you.
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  • Carmen Vecchio says:

    beautiful shoes!
    http://www.mrsnoone.it
    kiss

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  • Daniella says:

    Your top is so pretty Madison, I love the colour as well as the crochet texture. The way you combined it with the denim shorts and those amazingly printed wedges looks so great.

    I definitely have come to learn just how important taking time for yourself is. I try to set aside at least one day where I can do things that I find relaxing 🙂

    Take care,
    Daniella xox

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  • Vix Brearley says:

    Oh yeah, we work to live and not live to work. I nearly destroyed myself once and although I give 100% to everything at least I&#39m doing something I love.
    Those sandals rock! x

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  • Maiken M says:

    it sure is such a lovely summer look! though right now I would feel super hot in something like that since we&#39re having a heatwave here in Estonia 😛 anyway, the bright colours you&#39ve combined look beautiful together and those wedges are pretty awesome I must say. and I looove the hat!

    Maiken,
    Maikeni blogi – part of me

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  • Lilli says:

    Hi Madison! I agree with you, is nice to read your words as sometimes is something we take for granted. Sounds you are already planning your summertime, well done! Looking forward to that too! And talking about your outfit, you just look adorable! I need a lace top too, you should wear this combo more often as suits u. Enjoy the weekend dear, kisses! xo

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  • Lubka Christova says:

    You&#39ve got a very beautiful sense for colours. I like this combo 🙂
    Come and check my latest blog giveawaym dear xx

    Lu, http://www.balgarka.co.uk

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  • AlexisGrace says:

    Balancing really is crucial. We haven&#39t had much time together as a family lately, so Monday we&#39ve planned a staycation- should be fun!

    Love your casual look— very easy breezy!

    ~Alexis Grace of North On Harper

    Reply
  • Natalia says:

    The thing is that it&#39s not so simple to remember about taking those breaks if you do something you truly enjoy. I only think about mine when I feel I am about to collapse (and I know it&#39s not perfect, but that&#39s just me).. 🙂 Love the outfit and absolutely adore the wedges!!! x

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  • KizzyDoll says:

    Love the top, so pretty. I hope you have a great weekend doll xx

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  • girlie blogger says:

    Making time for one self is absolutely necessary for mental health. Nowadays women have to balance so much. Love your outfit. That shade of red looks great on you.
    Beauty Fashion Skin Care Blog -Girlie Blog Seattle | Casual Chic Style

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