Travel Diary: Dockside in Cape Cod - Day 2

One of Cape Cod's most notable towns is Hyannis. A beautiful coastal town that offer scenic views, Hyannis has a quaint downtown area that's great for trying out a little bit the cape has to offer - vintage shopping, fresh seafood, boats by the dock and most notable, a historical legacy by John F. Kennedy.

While walking on Main Street in Hyannis, you'll find everything from souvenirs to shrimp, and can walk the Kennedy Historical Trail. There's even a JFK Museum. We didn't go inside, but there's a great statue of JFK. Of course, my main motivation was to shop.

If I had a patio, I'd hang these nautical knots everywhere!

By day three of our trip, I had yet to eat any local seafood. However, I found my scallop fix at the Black Cat Tavern. It's located directly across from Hyannis Harbor, so you can take in waterfront views while enjoying local fare. It's about a 10 minute walk from Main Street, but the views alone are worth it.

While I do consider myself to be a city girl, I've always loved being waterside. In New Jersey, we seem to gravitate towards the beach and the ocean in the summer... I guess it's because we're locked up inside during the winter.

It's a huge tradition here in the Garden State, and while I can see boats anytime, there's just something so soothing about Cape Cod's harbors and beaches.  I never did make it to the beach on this trip because of the weather. However, that didn't stop me from having my "king of the world" ... and potentially, losing my shoes in the water while sitting on the dock.

What I Wore:

Mint Green V-Neck Tee - Gap / Floral Print Skirt - Forever 21 / Black Tights - Target / Black & White Mod Satchel - Primark / Black Sunglasses - Urban Outfitters / Alex and Ani November Birthstone Charm Bracelet / NYC New York Color Ultra Last Lipwear - Blue Rose 405 

Travel Diary: England Part 2

First, I just want to thank everyone for their comments/concern from my last post. Appreciate the love!

But on to some British goodness!

The other part of my trip which I loved seeing was Bath. If you think London is beautiful, you haven't seen anything until you go to Bath.

As the place where the Roman Baths were built, it holds much history and of course, gorgeous architecture. The town itself has preserved the look of the original buildings, but it's the perfect mix of old meets new as the shops and stores surrounding it don't take away for the town's original beauty.

One of my most favorite shops was a place called Octopus, an eccentric gift shop with knick knacks and uber unique housewares. I didn't know it at the time, but my brother and sister-in-law had bought me a gift on the sly for my birthday, which I love!

 Sausage for days. <insert dirty joke here>

In the heart of Bath is Bath Abbey, a gorgeous, medieval church. And right next to it, you can take a tour of the Roman Baths, which yes, do work.

Now, if I could only convince my husband to move back to England! 

UK or Bust: Jet Set Fresh

Although my trip to England is two weeks ago, I'm sick in the head, and sit and ponder what I'm going to wear... on the plane.

This is an important decision people. For 7 hours, I'll be annoying my husband with bouts of paranoia about turbulence and complaints regarding that annoying 5 year old who is kicking my chair that YOU KNOW is gonna get seated behind me.

But I digress.

When traveling, I like to wear something that's comfortable and security friendly. I leave my studded accouterments at home, and know not to wear 25 lbs of jewelry because they make you take it off anyway. Leggings are my go to since they are almost like jammy jams, and shoes that aren't heavy, but keep me toasty, are a definite.

Many of items in this set I already own, including the Black Chuck Taylors, Crown Vintage Ankle Boots, the striped ModCloth top, the Kristen satchel from Coach and, as of two days ago, the green blazer and the 2 Bandits Naja Cuff Bracelet. The rest, especially the Beats by Dre headphones, will be an early birthday gift...

Can't go on a trip without UK nail strips and a snarky sleep mask.

Here's what I plan on wearing, and brining, to staying jet set fresh on the way to England.

Striped Long Sleeve Top - Modcloth / H&M blazer, $48 / High rise legging / Crown Vintage black booties / Black Converse Low Tops / Stephanie Johnson Jenny Train Case  / 2 Bandits Naja Cuff / NARS Eyeshadow / Bobbi Brown Cosmetics nude lipgloss / Fred Flare Storefront Sleep Masks / Nail Rock Union Jack Nail Strips, $11 / Beats By Dre Limited Edition Studio Purple Headphones / Paco Rabanne Lady Million