Not sure if you’ve noticed, but it’s about 500 degrees outside these days. HOLY HECK, how did this happen?! But really, days like these call for looser cuts to keep you cool in the sauna we call the great outdoors. And the coolest of the cool {at least in my book} is the maxi dress, which is ultra flattering no matter how crazy hot it is outside.

And with this little hot pink summer maxi, I’m ready to pour myself a large margarita {no salt please!} and escape to a tropical paradise – or at least take a mental vaycay. Instead, the jungles of Lincoln Park will do until I can use my vacation time for a little epic trip I’m planning next month {I’ll spill more on that one in the coming weeks!}  Outfit details: Dress {similar options here & here} // Target shoes {for a steal!} // J.Crew bracelet {similar} // “Vintage” J.Crew Necklace {this option would also be gorgeous!}