Last weekend when we headed out to the lake, we took the drive leisurely and stopped many times along the way to appreciate (and photograph) the beauty of the Texas hill country. We try not to take for granted the fact that we’re surrounded by rolling hills, lakes, and lush landscape and get out to enjoy it as much as we can.
We passed through a few small towns that reminded me of my own hometown with the old buildings and railroad tracks running through the center. We stopped in one of them when we noticed some veggies being sold on the side of the road and bought a few. I just love the thought of a mom-and-pop couple going through their garden each day and picking the ripe ones — and locally grown vegetables and fruits are always way more flavorful than store bought.
I wore an outfit that was comfortable for traveling in a car and getting out frequently to walk around. This Madewell sleeveless shirt is a light fabric that’s perfect for summer and I love the fringe detailing. I wore it with dark denim and these embroidered espadrille wedges (the comfiest shoe ever!) and of course, my boater hat I’ve been wearing with everything.
We continued our drive and stopped several more times to take photos. There were fields of wildflowers, goats, and two gorgeous horses that came right up to us (see my instagram here of Blake saying hello to them); the sunny morning and scenery was everything you could ask for when taking a cruise into the country.
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STRIPED SLEEVELESS BUTTON-UP SHIRT | DARK WASH DENIM-old (SIMILAR) | EMBROIDERED ESPADRILLE WEDGES | BOATER HAT | MK CROSSBODY (SIMILAR)
Dominique says
I LOVE that shirt. This outfit really stands out to me as being just great on you.
Tristan says
Thanks sis! :D
Debbie says
I just love your outfit. Perfect for traveling around the hill country. I love your precious straw hat!
The photos of the horses and sunflowers just brought a smile to my face. Beautiful!!!
Momma
Tristan says
I’m so glad you loved the photos! We really enjoyed trying to capture all the beauty of the drive out to the lake!
Dominique says
How pretty! You look lovely, elegant and classic! Great post hun xx
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Tristan says
Thanks dear!
sonia // daring coco says
Gosh what a stunning part of the world you live in. I’d love to visit here one day. I love that old world, Americana feel!
Sxx
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Tristan says
It truly is a beautiful countryside, I hope you get to come here one day! :)
jackie says
That area and your pictures were stunning esp. the pictures with the horses. Your outfit was perfect for hill country
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Tristan says
Thank you Jackie for the kind words, I’m so glad you loved the pictures!
Monique | WritingMonique says
This is the perfect outfit for a country day!
Tristan says
Thanks Monique!
Kia / KTS says
Oh my gosh, I am so in love with this post. I love the horses of course and I absolutely love those potatoes and squash. And you look absolutely beautiful Tristan. Gorg and great post.
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Tristan says
Kia you’re too sweet, and I’m so glad you loved the post! I had so much fun trying to document the beauty of our countryside!
Meg Dunigan says
You are actually the cutest ever. I want that top! And your hubs is killing it with the photography! You’re such a knock out! :) xx0
Tristan says
HA! You are actually the sweetest ever! Just learning as we go but I agree, Blake’s stepping up his game with the professional looking pics :)
Samantha says
Such pretty photos and love your outfit!
~Samantha
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Tristan says
Thank you Samantha!
Olivia says
Wow!!! Such beautiful photos!! And your look is sooo cute!! LOVE the hat!!
xx Olivia
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Tristan says
Thank you dear! I’m glad you loved the photos!
Lynda Gergen says
Super cute outfit, I love those shoes! Cute puppy too, I’ll bet he had fun out there.
Tristan says
You know he was the happiest camper ever once we got to the lake and he jumped in the water haha!