We are going on a quick trip to Palm Springs, California soon, which of course has me dreaming about everything I want to pack. And of course I want to pack all new clothes! Ok, Andy, I won’t buy ALL new clothes, but I can still daydream about what I want to wear.

Our days will be filled with sitting by the pool… in the shade of course because this midwestern skin hasn’t seen the sun in months. But at least I plan on looking real cute in the shade, and this year is all about pastels.

Aren’t these the cutest suits you’ve ever seen??

(1. swimsuit, Topshop, $72 | 2. romper, Forever 21, $17.80 | 3. swimsuit, Anthropologie, $132 | 4. chambray pants, Target, $24.99 (I might live in these this summer) | 5. top, Modcloth, $39.99 | 6. flip flops, Forever 21, $8.80)

Nights we’ll spend sipping cocktails in the cooler desert air, which means loose dresses and tops, with a killer beaded bag and metallic shoes.

(1. top, Sosie,  $32 | 2. shift dress, Sosie, $48 | 3. jeans, J. Crew Factory,  $69.50 | 4. beaded dress, Anthropologie, $118 | 5. bag, Francesca’s, $34 | 6. sandals, Ruche, $34.99)

So are you ready for summer?

— Kerry

P.S. Let us know if you have any Palm Springs recommendations!