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M119 Scenic Route
M119 Scenic Route

So, even though we’ve already had our first snowfall here in Michigan… I’m sitting on a boatload of content, so it’s going to be autumn here through November (which is how it should be anyway!) I’m trying to catch up, but other things have just taken priority lately. Work has been super busy, I’m trying to get back into my FLEX routine, we’ve been working to make our apartment as cozy as possible after the fire, and I’m starting to cook again, fill our fridge, and get back on track with everything in life! But let’s back up to our trip to Tunnel of Trees, which was my favorite autumn weekend. We took a long drive along M119, which is so beautiful and scenic.

Outfit details:

Free People Teddy Peacoat (similar)
Madewell Wide-Leg Crop Jeans in Finney Wash
DKNY Bodysuit
Target Wenda Cut Out Booties

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Harbor Springs
Harbor Springs

During our trip up north to the Tunnel of Trees, we went into Harbor Springs to grab brunch and do a little bit of exploring! This town is so cute. It’s just the quintessential autumn small town — just like what you see in the movies. We grabbed brunch at Sam's Graces Cafe & Bakery, picked up some infamous Tom’s Mom’s Cookies (the peanut butter ones are the best!), explored a few of the cute shops, and walked around enjoying the scenery and brisk autumn air. I just loved it up there! I could honestly visit this town every autumn… there are just too many good places to visit in Michigan during this season!

Outfit details:

Plaid Cocoon Wool Coat c/o Free People (similar)
Forever21 Skirt (similar)
H&M Cableknit Sweater (similar)
The Small Transport Crossbody c/o Madewell
Target Sweater Tights (similar)
ModCloth Boots (similar)

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Pond Hill Farm
Pond Hill Farm

A couple of weekends ago, Eric and I headed up to the great northwest of Michigan to explore the very autumnal Tunnel of Trees! We’ve been up there before (the weekend we got engaged four years ago!) so it was really fun to go back since it’s been a little while. We’ve been to Pond Hill Farm before, but I was excited to visit again, do a little wine and beer tasting, and explore their adorable pumpkin patch! This was definitely one of my favorite places to visit during our trip… so if you’re ever exploring this area, be sure to stop and visit anytime of year!

Outfit details:

Madewell Wide-Leg Crop Jeans in Finney Wash
DKNY Long Sleeve Bodysuit via Zappo’s
Express Cardigan (similar)
Hat via H&M (similar)
Target Wenda Cut Out Booties

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Muskegon South Pierhead Lighthouse
Muskegon South Pierhead Lighthouse

Phew, long time, no see! I didn’t mean to take a couple of weeks off there, but we’ve just been so busy lately with traveling and wrapping up summer. Plus, it’s good to take a break every now and then! I’ve been blogging for 9 years now (my blogiversary was Labor Day) and it’s so hard to constantly be “on” all the time with the blog and IG. So those two weeks were needed, and now I’m feeling inspired to get back into it! I have one final summer post (with a lighthouse, of course) before I move into the desert from our trip to Phoenix! And after that… autumn content begins! I’m super excited. I love fall and can’t wait for all things apple, pumpkin + fall foliage related. But for my final post of summer… here we go!

Outfit details:

Levi's Wedgie Fit Jeans via Zappo's
Madewell Wrap Top in Eyelet White
Madewell Indio Sunglasses
Round Woven Bag via Etsy (similar)
Madewell Boardwalk Sandals (similar)

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Big Sable Point Lighthouse
Big Sable Point Lighthouse

Last weekend, Eric and I had the amazing opportunity to be lighthouse keepers for a weekend at Big Sable Point Lighthouse! Well... not exactly lighthouse keepers, but we were able to stay for the weekend in the lighthouse! This opportunity isn't available to the public, so I jumped at this chance! Long story short, I hosted a social media workshop for their board last winter... and in exchange they offered to give us a free stay at Big Sable. This lighthouse has so much meaning to us, so of course, I was thrilled. It was the first lighthouse Eric ever took me to (as a surprise), and we also have our names engraved on a boardwalk here. Plus, it's one of my favorite lighthouses in Michigan. I absolutely love that you have to walk two miles to get there. It's just such an adventure, and this weekend was exactly that.

Outfit details:

Madewell Wrap Top in Eyelet White
H&M Denim Culottes High Waist
Madewell Indio Sunglasses
A Warning Sun Hat c/o ModCloth (similar)
Madewell Boardwalk Sandals (similar)

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Grand Hotel Gardens
Grand Hotel Gardens

After biking it around the island and kayaking out to the lighthouse, I was excited for some relaxing at the Grand Hotel! Eric and I changed for dinner, and walked over to the historic hotel to tour the lobby and gardens and grab a drink in their upstairs cocktail lounge. It was so pretty. It's on my wishlist to stay here someday. I'm glad I finally got the chance to visit though, take a peek around, marvel at the insanely beautiful gardens, drool over their outdoor pool, and grab a fancy cocktail (ahem, most expensive cocktail I've ever had). Hahaha. It was definitely a fun experience while staying on Mackinac Island! I'd say the $10 tour is worth it alone for the gardens.

Outfit details:

The Jean Jacket in Pinter Wash c/o Madewell
Floral dress c/o Pitaya (similar)
Madewell Indio Sunglasses
Woven Circle Bag via Etsy (similar)
Tassel Earrings via Artists Market of Mackinac Island (similar)
Pittsburgh Ease Flat in Black c/o ModCloth (similar)

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