…felt inspired to have a good ol’ American beach day.
…added boatloads of summery new arrivals to the Shop and launched our Fourth of July sale; 15% off all SUMMER items with code AMERICA.
…shopped the Tory Burch summer sale and oxfords I’ve been lusting after finally found their way into my cart. #tomboyatheart 
…agreed with T&C on some entertaining musts.
…started to count down till I co-host the Brand Market Workshop with Anna in a city where Martha came to be, Chicago!  Only 20 seats loves, so snag your ticket now!   
…embraced the rollercoaster like Kate and headed words of wisdom from 21 other amazing women.
…discovered a fabulous artist thanks to Gaby.
…sent big hugs to all those in NC this weekend…be safe!
…urged my Atlanta Creatives to sign up for this amazing workshop.
…drooled over this take on a summer salad.
…craved everything over at A Sunny Afternoon, but I especially have my eye on one of THESE.
…prepared to celebrate America’s independence with family, friends and a whole lotta’ pie!  
…received my first mean comment on Instagram.  And not constructive mean (though I’m not sure thats a thing), like just mean.  I won’t delve too much into it as mean comments are nothing new to Bloggers or to anyone who puts themselves out there creatively, but I will say you get back what you give in this life so I suggest we all try to be just a tad kinder to others.  And if you can’t be kind don’t follow me, just stay out of my realm all together because I did not create it, I did not invite it, and I sure as heck don’t associate with it.  truly, MKR

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The final look from Occasion Magazine’s Colors of Summer was of course my absolute favorite, current color crush…gold.  And gold this Sarah Seven dress was.  With its ruffled sweetheart neck and layers of lace this gown was one you could easily put a bohemian spin on it like you see above, or dress completely up for a truly black tie affair.  It was to say the least, the perfect ending to one of my most memorable, and dare I say, favorite shoots I’ve styled to date.  One I couldn’t have pulled off without the amazing creative team of Rustic White, Munn Brothers Films, Lindsay Coletta Designs, and Jennifer C. Nieman.  I am truly honored to work amongst such talent on a regular basis.  So my Loves, that’s it.  The magazine is on the shelves and if you haven’t gotten it already, well what are you waiting for?!  truly, MKR    

*Concept & Styling, Mandy Kellogg Rye for Occasions Magazine  ||  Photography, Rustic White ||  Cinematographer, Munn Brothers Films  ||  Flowers, Lindsay Coletta Designs  ||  Hair & Makeup, Jennifer C. Nieman  ||  Venue, Ambient Studios Plus  ||  Model, Danielle ||  Gown, Sarah Seven via The Sentimentalist  ||  Jewelry, Carolee via  Bloomingdales Lenox  ||  Shoes, Stuart Weitzman via  Bloomingdales Lenox  ||  Hair Adornment, Twigs & Honey via The Sentimentalist

From left to right, top to bottom…S&B needlepoint flag flask  ||  Anchor stopper  ||  H&L needlepoint flag hat, also available in green  ||  Gorjana Griffin star studs  ||  Red, white and blue anchor cocktail picks and shaker, also available in navy, red, lime, and clear  ||  Loeffler and Randall  Starla sandals  ||  Saint James shirt, an absolute favorite of mine  ||  Ahoy extra large match boxes  ||Barmaid bottle opener  ||  Current Elliott boyfriend jeans, the BEST boyfriends on the market  ||  Found leash  ||  Banjo & Matilda cashmere sweater  ||  One Kings Lane star lights  ||  S&B needlepoint flag key ring  ||  Chuck Taylor Allstar sneakers also love the high top version  ||  Star sparklers

**P.S. we letting our Blog readers shop our 4th of July sale just a tad early!  Take 15% off all “SUMMER” items with code AMERICA at checkout beginning today.  xo