Music Under the Sun

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The school year has ended, and I'm on summer break! Work and summer school have not begun, so I'm taking advantage of my free time by getting accustomed to the apartment lifestyle, working out, and doing some poolside reading. As the days go by, one of the highly anticipated events this summer slowly approaches. Houston's annual Free Press Summer Festival is coming to town June 1st and 2nd, and the lineup is pretty terrific (and eclectic!). Just to name a few, I'm particularly excited to see Passion Pit, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, and Calvin Harris.

In addition to providing great music, music festivals also give us the opportunity to have some fun with fashion (not that we can't do that everyday anyways). I've definitely been brainstorming hot + humid weather-friendly clothing, and here are my top options:

1 // I'm absolutely in love with basically anything Olivia Palermo wears. She manages wear outfits that look effortless but completely put together. Her breezy tank top + maxi skirt are great options to beat the heat. I would also advise wearing comfortable shoes as well since music festivals require quite a bit of walking and standing as well as a pair of sunglasses.

2 // I really love the crochet pattern on the cropped tank, which is both aesthetic and practical for keeping cool. The patterned high-waisted shorts give her outfit a dash of fun, and the crazy sunglasses scream fun in the sun.

3 // This outfit seems to be a classic in music festival fashion. You can't go wrong wearing high-waisted jean shorts, a bandeau top, and a cover-up!

4 // I would not advise wearing a long-sleeved blouse in Houston during the summer, but switch it out with a sleeveless blouse, and you're good to go. Jean shorts pair fantastically with any sort of white top. While wearing short boots may seem illogical in the summer, they may save your toes from the countless people that may step on them; they would also incorporate some edge into an outfit.

I won't lie; I'm probably just as excited about dressing up for FPSF as I am for the performances!

On the Wall

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I'm moving into an apartment with two of my friends in less than a month, and all I can think about is how we should decorate. Of course, I'm on a college student budget, so my criterion is practicality with aesthetics. To make the apartment feel more like home, I've been searching for wallet-friendly DIY wall decorations that will provide a touch of personality. Here are some ideas that have stood out to me:

1 // I often get bogged down and distracted by the endless worries of school and often forget to step back and look at the big picture. These simple (but effective) framed memos would be great reminders to keep on our walls. After all, we are only in our twenties, and we should make the most of the prime years of our lives.

2 // I am an avid reader of Aimee Song's blog Song of Style. For her DIY framed chalkboard, she uses a picture frame from the flea market to give the chalkboard some glam. She even filmed a how-to for her DIY. This adorable chalkboard would be great for grocery lists, to-do lists, or even passing thoughts to my roommates when we don't see each other often.

3 // Inspirational quotes are always nice to keep nearby. In times of doubt, I find reassurance in relatable quotes. The wooden backing + quote is a nice spin on the typical canvas + quote to hang on the wall. This quote is particularly meaningful to me as I truly believe in forming relationships with people I can be truthful with.

4 // I have a strong impulse to cover one wall in the apartment with a gold glitter chevron pattern. It's just too adorable to pass up. 

The Beginning

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Thanks for stopping by Hues for Muse! Today marks the day I finally started my blog, and I hope to continue to add content on a regular basis (as long as my busy schedule permits).

The semester is almost coming to an end, and I have high aspirations for the summer. My job and living arrangements will definitely make this summer unique, and I'm eager to explore the city, experimenting with recipes and sustaining myself, and ultimately, relaxing by my apartment's beautiful pool.