Tuesday Treats Under $25

1. Halter Swimsuit, Old Navy, $20
2. Tritan Crystal Universal Tumbler, Schott Zwiese, $9.95
3. Overlap Cuff, Topshop, $20
4. Stud Earrings, Rachel Stone, $8
   

{ birthday } wishes

My birthday isn't until Monday, but my birthday weekend has officially commenced. Here are a few things I wouldn't mind unwrapping on the 30th.

1. The covetable Michael Kors watch that has been on my lust list forever, but never in my shopping cart.


2. A lightweight striped blanket that's ideal for watching the fireworks and bringing on picnics.


3. A new pair of sandals are already on their way to me, thanks to my parents!


4. A luxe journal filled with daytrip ideas, vacation plans and road maps - with enough room left to add precious travel memories.


5. A sweet-smelling bouquet in a pretty vase.

{ winner } Mimi Boutique Handbag

Congratulations, Christine! And a huge thank you to everyone for entering. If you didn't win this time, don't worry. There's more to come!

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Currently Coveting

{ the first signs of spring }

{ a new statement necklace }


{ a staycation filled with laughter }

{ kicking off summer with a stomach-churning carnival ride }

Friday Finds Under $50

1. Lovely Legend Dress, Modcloth, $47.99
2. Natural Straw Cloche Hat with Bow, Torrid, $18
3. Backyard Clutch, Madewell, $45
4. Diego Oxford Flat, Restricted, $39.95
   

{ item of the week } Turkish Bath Towel

Instead of a bulky beach towel, try a peshtemal in a chic, earthy hue. The traditional Turkish bath towel is lightweight and fast-drying, making it the perfect poolside companion - without taking up much space in your tote bag. For more colors, visit Bath Style.

Tuesday Treats Under $25

My birthday is only 13 days away and what goes better with a birthday than a fanciful treat? Chic kitchen essentials, of course, and an apron that's just too pretty to get dirty.

1. Sorbet Half Apron, Anna Maria Horner, $15
2. Blue Twisties, Sur La Table, $4.95
3. Eiffel Tower Cookie Cutter, Sur La Table, $7.95
4. Purple Silicone Spatula, Crate & Barrel, $8.95
5. Polka Dot Bake Cups, Sur La Table, $5.95
   

{ inspired by } the beach-ready tote

With the perfect mix of pink and tangerine, Kate Spade's beachy tote is my summertime muse for color-blocked outfits.

1. Pinwheel Tank, Anthropologie, $68
2. Espadrilles, Kate Spade, $225
3. Enamel I.D. Bracelet, Tory Burch, $75
4. White Shorts, Topshop, $76
   

Road Trippin'

As if Fort Lauderdale wasn't enough of a vacation, we're setting off again. This time we're northbound to central Wisconsin for a few days at D's parents' cabin. Time away with my sweetheart? Ice cream cocktails at supper clubs? Plenty of s'mores? Yes. Yes. Yes!

Tuesday Treats Under $25

I don't have a bikini stomach now, but I just might at the end of the summer with all of the exercise I'm anticipating. The guy I've been dating twisted my arm into biking with him this year. After a $300 investment to spruce up his mom's old bike at Trek and purchase an aqua-colored helmet, I've hit the road with him twice: a six-mile ride and then a 14-mile ride. And we're going again tonight.

1. Tribal Print Bikini Top, Old Navy, $19.50
2. Tribal Print Bikini Bottom, Old Navy, $19.50
3. Seed Bead Fringe Necklace, Forever21, $8.88
4. Braided Rope Sandals, Old Navy, $22.94

Reminder!
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Fort Lauderdale Recap, Part Four

Just a few more Fort Lauderdale memories until I'm officially back to reality - just in time for a short staycation later this week. You can never have too much time off to unwind, right?

{ giveaway } Mimi Boutique Handbag

There's no better feeling than cruising down the highway with the windows open and stopping at every roadside attraction along the way. For my summer road trips, I'm packing a thermos for truck stop coffee, a breezy top, a kitschy key chain and a slouchy bag large enough to tuck away all of my treasures.

If you're in need of your own summer satchel, enter to win the Carmina Satchel from Mimi Boutique! Details below.

1. Map Thermos, Paper Source, $29.95
2. Noonday Stripe Shutterbug Top, Madewell, $110
3. Binoculars Key Fob, Kate Spade, $50
4. Carmina Satchel, Mimi Boutique, $60

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1. Follow Mimi Boutique on Twitter or Facebook - let me know which one you choose and leave your username/name in the comment.
   

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The Fine Print: Giveaway open to readers in the United States. The giveaway period will run through Sunday, May 15, 2011. The winner will be announced the following day. Be sure to leave a blog URL or e-mail address so I can contact you!

Friday Finds Under $50

Maybe it's because I'm still in vacation la-la-land, but I'm completely smitten with this azure beach cover up. With just a few accessories, it'll take you from the beach to cocktail hour with ease. Umbrella drink, anyone?

1. Asymmetric Cover Up, Topshop, $50
2. Cabochon Ring, Kenneth Jay Lane, $49.50
3. Peony Cleopatra Necklace, Banana Republic, $39.50
4. Farmer's Market Tote, J.Crew, $42.50
   

{ winner } Orient Watch

Congratulations, Amy of Tastes Like Red! Thanks to everyone for entering! If you didn't win this time, don't fret. There are plenty more on the way!

If you'd like to partner on a giveaway or promotion, please e-mail me at jessicastyleobsession@gmail.com.

{ summer lovin' } Sandals

Each year I buy a new pair of sandals and wear them until they're hanging by a thread on Labor Day. For summer 2011, I'm crushing on this pair by Sam Edelman. The only decision left: on-trend color blocking or go-with-everything nude?

Fort Lauderdale Recap, Part Three

Topping my itinerary was an airboat tour on the Everglades - mostly because I was intent on coming face-to-face with an alligator. We were the last visitors of the day at Everglades Holiday Park and unexpectedly enjoyed a private tour on the wetlands. The best part? We were attacked by an alligator. Seriously. One of the gators we spotted in the distance submerged himself to swim closer, coming up to the surface periodically before ramming his body against the boat. As it turns out, alligators are normally passive, but it was mating season and there must have been a desirable female nearby.