TEXAS RANGERS

Texas Rangers:

An MLB team based in Arlington, TX and members of the American League West division. The team name is borrowed from the famous law enforcement agency. Their colors are red, white and blue and play home games in Globe Life Park in Arlington. Established in 1961, the Rangers haven't won a World Series title but have won two AL Pennants (2010 and 2011).

Today's about the Rangers, y'all! The Rangers are one of my favorite teams so I'm excited to bring you this post. As some of you know, I grew up in the Dallas/Fort Worth area and therefore grew up with the Rangers. Texas has it's own style and I tried to represent that in my look today with the big hair, red lips and denim. It all makes for a pretty good combination, don't you think? I love wearing these jean shorts in the summer and they're pretty perfect for super-hot baseball games. Why? Well, they don't show your butt-sweat! hahahahah 

What's even better about these shorts is that I made them myself. People always ask where I bought my high-waisted jean shorts. The secret? Goodwill. They're those mom jeans that you wish no one would ever wear, just with the legs cut off. Easy peasy! Seriously. While we're at it, I also made my belt. In Kentucky these needlepoint "hobby belts"are the bees knees. It was fun to make and it took up a lot of time that I would have just wasted otherwise. I'm also sporting my MAHI GOLD shirt, that as you know from the Boston Red Sox post, I love. Really can't say enough about this shirt (and company). 

Shirt: MAHI GOLD c/o | Belt: Handmade | Shorts: Goodwill | Shoes: Jack Rogers c/o | Sunglasses: Ray-Ban

Wednesday, April 30, 2014

TEXAS RANGERS

WASHINGTON NATIONALS

Washington Nationals:

An MLB team playing their home games at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C. Their colors are red, navy blue and white. The franchise was originally located in Montreal, Canada, before moving to the United States capital in 2005. They have never played in the World Series, and have reached the postseason once (2012) since moving to Washington.

We are in our second-to-last week (eek!) of my "What to Wear to a Baseball Game" series. If you've been following along, great. If not, you better get on it. Today's post is all about the Nats. Hopefully when you wear this to a game it will be weather-appropriate. I thought we were really over all this cold weather in New York, but I was wrong. Humph! It was supposed to be warm on Sunday (when Tracy and I took these pictures) but it was a frigid 50 degrees. So excuse my very cold (and pale) goosebumped legs. 

Normally I would wear this to a baseball game when it's warm. It's perfectly laid back but trendy. The sneaks are making a comeback, people! You know what is also making a comeback in my closet? This Abercrombie and Fitch jacket. Yea I said it … the A-and-F word. I've only had this bad boy since middle school. Back then it was my pride and joy. Today it's a staple for my summer wardrobe. We'll all just ignore the fact that I can't button it over my post-pubescent body (aka my boobs … I'm allowed to say boobs on here, right?) Last time I was in DC I actually walked around the city in these sneakers. They served me well then and I'll never forget it. So when I go back for a Nationals game I'll be sure to pack these. (Fingers crossed I'll be able to see a bunny bodyslam the running of the Presidents.)

Jacket: SUPER Old (similar) | Shorts: J. Crew 5" | Tank: Old | Shoes: New Balance | Watch: ESQ Movado c/o

Tuesday, April 29, 2014

WASHINGTON NATIONALS

GRADUATION TIME

I had someone reach out the other day and ask about my suggestions for graduation dresses. Now is the time to find those, people! What's great about graduation dresses, is that they fall under the same category as proper wedding attire, summer outfits, derby dresses and on…

So I wanted to share some of my picks for any of your big days coming up. Here are dresses I've picked out for the fun day. Enjoy!

Saturday, April 26, 2014

GRADUATION TIME

KANSAS CITY ROYALS

Friday is here and that means another guest post for the "What to Wear to a Baseball Game" series! Today, Mary-Katherine from gold-hatted lover is sporting her two favorite looks for the Royals. She's totally covered the bases for two awesome looks for a game. So glad to have her on the blog today-- thanks for guest posting MK! Be sure to check out her blog here!

Kansas City Royals:
An MLB team located in Kansas City, MO and members of the American League Central division. Since 1973 they have played home games in Kauffman Stadium and their colors are royal blue, white and powder blue. They've played for two World Series titles, winning their only one in 1985. 


it is baseball season and to me royals games are synonymous with summer, my absolute favorite season.  i have so many memories of warm nights at the k spent cheering on our boys with my main man.

when i say warm nights i really do mean warm.  one thing this california girl found out very quickly is that humidity means it does not cool down when the sun goes down!  ever since that discovery i make sure to wear loose pieces and of course sunglasses or a hat to keep from getting a major burn (more lessons learned).  while i am typically not one to wear sports gear but rather choose to rock team colors like in outfit one, i do get a hard time for it so every once in a while i will throw on the team gear to show my support and hush the haters ;)  since i do tend to share my time between these two sorts of outfits i thought i may as well share them both!

wishing you a wonderful summer rooting on your favorite team and remember: be royal!

look one// top: old navy (comes in five colors!) // skirt: j.crew factory // sandals: jack rogers // sunglasses: tory burch // necklace: nordstrom, old (love this one) // bracelets: j.crew + thrifted // nails: essie "my better half"

look two// top: royals // shorts: j.crew factory // sneaks: converse // sunglasses: ray-ban // bracelets: c/o socal gems + j.crew // nails: essie "my better half"

Friday, April 25, 2014

KANSAS CITY ROYALS

SAN DIEGO PADRES

San Diego Padres:

An MLB team in the National League West division, playing their home games at Petco Park in San Diego, CA. Their colors are midnight blue, white and sand. The Padres have never won a World Series title, having lost in both their appearances (1984 and 1998). They last reached the postseason in 2006 as National League West champions.

When I started the "What to Wear to a Baseball Game" series, I'm sure most of you thought I'd be wearing outfits like this. Well, you're right! I don't always dress up to games, but I do for most of them. It really all depends on the city, the people I'm with and the weather. In San Diego, people are laid back. They're cool and comfortable and they love their year-round beautiful weather. I don't blame them! I'm hoping to make it to Petco Park one day myself.

Representing the Padres and the San Diego style, I chose this laid back outfit. Just something comfortable yet still cute for before and after the game. I like to change up my style and since the addition of these white converse sneakers, I can do just that. While these are notorious for a style opposite of preppy, the fashion world and (preppy) girls like me have embraced them and made them more wearable for our crowd. They're now cool! They're the epitome of summer and all things classic and there's nothing better to pair them with than a simple white tee and my favorite denim shorts (which are on sale). While this look can really fit just about any team, I added the sand colored necklace for a little pop of color and to make it just a tad more me. Hope you enjoy!

Shirt: Old (similar) | Shorts: J. Crew Factory | Sneakers: Converse | Necklace: Bauble Bar (old) | Watch Marc Jacobs

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Thursday, April 24, 2014

SAN DIEGO PADRES

ST. LOUIS CARDINALS

St Louis Cardinals:

An MLB team in the National League Central division playing their games at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, MO.  Their colors are red, navy blue, white and yellow. The Cardinals have won 11 World Series titles, second only to the Yankees. Their most recent World Series championship came in 2011.

I can't tell you how long I've been on the hunt for the perfect yellow sundress. I have a feeling that yellow is making a comeback this summer and I wanted to get my hands on something soon! I had to be really particular with the color yellow though, there are so many different shades and undertones that don't fit well with my skin tone. I also knew finding a simple yellow summer dress would be a fun way to change up your thoughts of the Cardinals.

Most people would wear red, I know, but I wanted to be different. So many teams are red, but very few have yellow. People also think that since you're at a baseball game, you can't wear a sundress like this. Wrong. You're able to dress something like this up and down with the proper accessories. Of course, I added my red and white Jack Rogers with the dress because of course I had to incorporate red in there somehow! Most people would have skipped on the dangle earrings and gone with studs, but I seriously haven't taken these earrings out since I got them. I have very small ears and big statement earrings -- as much as I love them -- don't love me back. They're heavy and cannot be worn for long periods of time. But these Lisi Lerch earrings are so lightweight! Not to mention they are the perfect everyday earring and can be dressed up or down, just like this dress.

As for the Cardinals, I love to hate them -- don't we all? I legitimately have about seven reasons I'm not a Cards fan, but I will keep those to myself for now. I will be catching a game there in mid-May with two of my friends for the Braves series. I won't however, be wearing this outfit. I need to rep my Braves of course. (I miiiight be wearing these earrings though -- and my navy Jacks!)

Dress: ModCloth | Earrings: Lisi Lerch c/o | Shoes: Jack Rogers c/o | Watch: Michael Kors

Wednesday, April 23, 2014

ST. LOUIS CARDINALS

TAMPA BAY RAYS

Tampa Bay Rays:

An MLB team based in St. Petersburg, FL and part of the American League East division. Their colors are navy, columbia blue, white and gold and they play their home games at Tropicana Field. Becoming an MLB team in 1998, the Rays have yet to win a World Series title, but have appeared in one World Series (2008) and have had four postseason berths.

We're now embarking on Week Four of the "What to Wear to a Baseball Game" series. If you've been following along, great! If not, you can catch up with all the past posts here. Today we're featuring the Rays. While this outfit is great for a game, it's also designed for the city of Tampa! Being near the water and in the warm weather -- it doesn't get much better. From the seersucker scallop Lilly Pulitzer shorts, to the Palm Beach Navajo Jack Rogers-- it's so Florida! It's also summer all year round so you need to have the essentials -- your sunglasses, croakies and an ice-cold beer. Well friends, get ready to have your mind blown.

I'm showing off a new favorite brand of mine: Gobi Straps! Welcome to the combination of seersucker, croakies and a bottle opener. Sun and beer? Sign me up! I can't tell you how many times I've been without a bottle opener and let me tell you those suckers are hard to get off otherwise. Gobi Straps has married the sunglasses strap and bottle opener and I am thankful for it! Along with their seersucker collection, they also have team colors, plaids and prints. 

I'm also hosting an Instagram giveaway with Gobi Straps! All you have to do is:

 "Like" this picture AND follow Gobi Straps on Instagram here!

Maybe croakies aren't your style (for some reason) so be sure to check out their wrist wraps! I'll use mine for later in the days when the sunglasses and croakies are put away. It's perfect because it's a cute accessory for your already-fabulous arm party.

Gobi Straps are also giving Covering the Bases followers a 15% discount when "CoveringBases" is used at checkout. You should probably buy them because you don't want to go the rest of your life with your eyes and beer unopened. 

Top: Everly via BlueTique Cheap Chic (old) | Shorts: Lilly Pulitzer | Shoes: Jack Rogers c/o | Sunglasses: Ray-Ban | Croakies: Gobi Straps c/o

See how my croakies match my seersucker shorts?!

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Tuesday, April 22, 2014

TAMPA BAY RAYS