Friday, May 24, 2013

Friday's Fancies: Memorial Day

There is nothing like a Memorial Day cook-out and gathering to kick off summer. It's officially summer break for me, and I could not be more excited about the things that are to come. There's our annual trip to beautiful Seaside & Watercolor, an engagement party and shower in Chicago, and loads of sleeping-in in my future. 

I chose this striped Judith March dress as the foundation for my Memorial Day outfit, added a pair of Jack Rogers wedges, and drove it home with classic baubles. BBQ and stripes - what's not to love? 

How are you spending your Memorial Day? Do share!



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Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Sponsor Spotlights

I have some really great gals who have been sponsoring Probably Polka Dots for the past few weeks, and I want to show them some love! They are always over here commenting and keeping me motivated, and their blogs are great reads. 

Here are a few of their recent posts that I have really enjoyed. Go check them out!

Emily @ Blue Dog Belle: Last week, Emily shared a few of her blogging confessions, and I must admit, I share some of her same thoughts, especially with regards to work. See if you're in our boat too.


Mandi @ All My Happy Endings: Mandi gave us a few simple ideas to show someone how much you love them.


Stephanie @ Scarves.Etc: Stephanie is taking the blog every day in May challenge, and I have truly enjoyed seeing her creative and insightful posts. One of my favorite things is finding new blogs to read, and her round-up of her top favs is spot-on.

Mer @ Mer in America: Learning more about the bloggers behind the blogs I read makes them so much more enjoyable. I loved this post about things she would never utter.

Sara @ Social Sara: Sara is my blog twin and bestie. I loved her post about how to wear a great Target find for three different occasions.

Rachel @ Life Unsweetened: Rachel is one of the sweetest bloggers out there, and I love her style. This post about pineapple clothing and accessories was right up my alley.
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Monday, May 20, 2013

Summer Fever: Hayden Reis

Attention! Attention! Read all about it: Nicole only has three more days of school left, and she's gonna shout it! 

That's right, guys. THREE days left for the 2012-2013 school year. It really has been a good year with my kids, and I am sad to hand them over to 7th grade. However, I have serious summer fever these days, and my mind is on good summer finds to share with you. 

Yesterday, I discovered Hayden Reis, and I am delighted to have done so! Check out their vibrant colors and neat beach bags: 



Huge shout-out today to those of you new to Probably Polka Dots. Welcome, and I hope you'll stick around! Look out for the winner of the Albion Fit giveaway in a few days. Happy Monday, everyone!

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Friday, May 17, 2013

Friday's Fancies: Show Your Stripes!

Who doesn't love a good stripe? I know that it has always been faux pas to wear this pattern horizontally, but I happen to love it. This week, I decided to throw budget out of the window and dream a little dream of striped goodness. Yum!




Don't forget to enter my Albion Fit giveaway that's running now, or snag a delicious striped suit of your own like the one below. For $15 off of your order, use the code "probablypolka15"!


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Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Snack Attack: Peanut Butter Poppers

If you're going to take the time to look good while working out, you might as well feed your body well, too. I am the first to say that I hate diet foods. Just yuck. But I am making an effort to stay away from a lot of processed food and instead cook and bake myself. One of my new favorite things to whip up are these peanut butter poppers (because you can POP them in your mouth :)). They are super easy and tasty to boot...and I always have the ingredients on hand! What's not to love? Try them and let me know what you think!



Don't forget to enter to win a Go Long Crew in a color of your choice from Albion Fit, a women's fitness and swimwear line made by women for women. Go here to enter!

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Monday, May 13, 2013

Introducing: Albion Fit & A Giveaway

If you know me personally, you know that working-out is definitely not something on my list of favorite ways to spend my time. In fact, it is probably really close to the bottom. It's not that I'm lazy (well, maybe a little, but I digress); it's more about the fact that I don't like getting sweaty. What can I say?? I grew out of my athleticism. 

However, with my impeding wedding, I am desperate to get back on the bandwagon. Summertime is always the time of year that I lose weight and can get into a workout routine. And, I actually...kind of...like it! 

One of the things I like most about working out (if I had to choose SOMETHING) is mixing and matching different prints and colors to put together the perfect workout outfit which is why I'm so pumped to share Albion Fit with you, a women's fitness and swimwear line that I know you're going to love. 


Albion Fit has chic workout clothing that is made with women in mind because each piece is designed by women, for women. And if there is one thing women understand about each other, it's that fit is key to making you feel and look good, even when you're sweating buckets. 


Albion Fit graciously sent one of their Go Long Crew's to me to try, and it was a fabulous addition to my weekend wear. This is one of the softest workout items I've ever owned, and it fits great too. I ordered a medium - and it fit...fabulously. I don't think I have ever worn medium work-out clothes in my life; I always have to size up...way up. See? Designing with women in mind pays off!

I was especially excited. I cannot believe I'm putting this online. Don't judge.

You're in luck because today Albion Fit is offering you a chance to win a Go Long Crew of your own in a color of your choice. Just enter using the Rafflecopter widget below. And while you're at it, head over to the Albion Fit website to see some of their awesome swimwear. I personally love this suit.

And, you can get $15 off of your purchase of $50 or more using the code "probablypolka15".

Get shopping and good luck!

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Friday, May 10, 2013

Friday's Fancies: Weekend Wear

I have been sick all week and just haven't been able to shake it, so I'm taking an easy weekend wear literally this week: comfy pjs all the way. I hope to spend the weekend getting well and catching up on some of my favorite Bravo marathons. Happy weekend, all!



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