Friday, November 29, 2013

Classic comfort...






 



Dress: Anthropologie || Pearls: J Crew || Boots: Steve Madden ||  Slip: Free People 
|| Bag: Michael Kors || Watch: Michael Kors || Lippie: Mac Lady Danger



Happy Friday! I hope your Thanksgiving was amazing!!! I can say that mine didn't disappoint... from celebrations to starting new traditions with Luke, I was beyond blessed. I also happened to be very comfortable... I picked up this dress from Anthropologie a couple months ago and have worn it several times since. The fabric is the perfect weight to layer and transition from fall to winter and adding a slip underneath gave the dress a more casual feel. I thought red tights were appropriate for the occasion and helped to tie in the details of my boots. 

Have a blessed weekend and thank you so much for reading!








Thursday, November 28, 2013

Snow Day...



Happy Thanksgiving!!!! I still can't believe it's already time for the holidays... or time for snowfall!!! Yes, I know that we didn't get a "real" snow here in TN, but snow is snow,  right?  I can't say I'm the biggest fan of snow... mostly because I have to get to the office regardless... so driving in the snow isn't my favorite. I do love the reason to bundle up in layers though and my J Crew wool city mini and Hunter boots made for the perfect snow day combo! I added some tights and boot socks and my favorite Gap scarf and was ready to take on the day. My Hunters have become a weekly staple: I'm slightly obsessed!!!! They don't have a lot of traction since they are only true rain wellies, but with my boot socks they were plenty enough for our low accumulations. 







Skirt: Jcrew
Boots: Hunter via Nordstrom
Gloves: Jessica Simpson, similar
Boot Socks: Ralph Lauren via TJ Maxx
Scarf: Gap
Earrings: Michael Kors, old
Belt: Target
Lippie: Mac, Lady Danger

I know we have enough every day of the month thank you's floating around cyber space to do us over for the rest of our lives, but I do want to express my thanks for your reading! I am so grateful for your love and support. I hope you have a blessed holiday and enjoy time with family and friends. 

Black Friday Shoppers: may the odds be ever in your favor! I will be working Friday and not partaking in the great deals, but I will have a major post up this weekend all about Cyber Monday! I know all fashionistas are closet online shopping addicts and this is our day to celebrate! 

Thank you again and Happy Thanksgiving!






Monday, November 25, 2013

Leopard Layers...








Cardigan: Target girls section...
Vest: Old via TJ Maxx. similar
Necklace: via TJ Maxx, similar
Jeans: Level 99 via Anthropologie
Shoes: Lilly Pulitzer, sold out
Watch: Michael Kors
Bag: Kate Spade, similar
Lip: Shocking Coral, Revlon

Happy Monday... if there is such a thing! I hope the weekend treated you well! I wanted to let you all know today that I found the PERFECT cardi... in the craziest place! The girls section at target!!! I'm blessed in one way being a shortie because the sleeves fit just perfect! I paid $16.99, but right now this little gem is $10!!! Go snatch it up!!! My other favorite part of this look: SHOES! Gold, glitter, and Lilly P.... girl has her bases covered, right? I adore these shoes and when I found them on Rue La La a few weeks ago I had to snatch them up because of the price! Perf! Got them for $100 and they were over $200 over the summer... There are a million to be found on Ebay so if you are looking for the perfect holiday party shoe or just something to jazz up regular days... go on and start the hunt: they are worth it!

These layers were a must this weekend! We took these on Saturday when the temps had just started to drop... needless to say I was a polar bear all weekend! I hate the cold, but am super excited for the holiday season to finally be in full swing. We have packed weekends until Christmas... so we took advantage of our weekend and did a lot of relaxing. I did a little Christmas shopping (and got a few too many things for myself... WOOPS!), but find me a girl who doesn't do the same... one for me and one for you, right? 

I hope you have a great day and thank you for reading!!!!

Thursday, November 21, 2013

November Weddings


November weddings... that are outdoors.... What do you wear? Especially when daytime temps average 50 degrees and drop into the thirties at night... A dress, some layers, and a date with a jacket for you to borrow! One of my sorority sisters got married last weekend and we were so excited to go and share in the festivities! We struggled planning outfits, but came up with a great combo! With the weather being on our side, we could dress a little lighter... and I got to wear a favorite dress of mine! Eliza J dresses are on point with both quality and price. I find that all their pieces resemble Kate Spade and Jcrew styles I love, but fall at  a much more manageable price point. What's not to love about that? 

Take a look here, to see more Eliza J styles! Perfect for holiday parties and winter weddings. 

In other news, we are breaking ground on picking out save-the-dates and have our Christmas tree up! I will post some picks once she is complete! Our tree is an oldie and looks a little bare right now! 


Dress: ElizaJ via Dillards, similar
Shoes: Ravish by Steve Madden
Sunnies: Anthro
Watch: Michael Kors
Bracelet: Target
Lippie: Relentlessly Red to Shop, MAC

What is your go to look for winter weddings? 

Hope you're having a great week! 

Thanks for reading!











Sunday, November 10, 2013

Cozy in Tulle...




Tulle is kind of my favorite... I bought this skirt back in the spring from ModCloth & crazy enough, it's still available. I've only had the opportunity to wear it a couple times... and decided I wanted to find a way to take it a little more casual: what better way to do that than throw on a sweater? I just love how this look came together. Pulling in metallic pieces with a neutral palette really jazzed it up, but kept a comfy feel.

I can't say this will be my last tulle skirt. I love that this version is calmer in that it isn't quite ballerina style, but I would still like to find one similar to the one Anthro had this time last year: a little more full and meant to be worn in a cocktail-style setting. Maybe Santa will bring one my way...







Skirt: Modcloth
Sweater: Jcrew Factory
Shoes: Jcrew, old. (similar)
Watch: Michael Kors
Headband: Forever 21, similar
Bracelet: Forever 21
Lippie: YSL, Fetish Pink


In other news, I finally have a new camera... Christmas came a little early this year and I am so happy!!! It has definitely made things easier for my personal photographer (aka Mister Luke)... lol. Not like either of us are pro's or have a clue what we are doing... but we are having fun learning in the meantime. 

Luke finally made his way back from his conference... and while I was sad he found out so last minute that he would be going, he made a lot of great contacts and had a great time. I really feel like we all need a break sometimes and I think it may have been just what he needed. He is such a great teacher and I couldn't be more proud of him and the work he is doing with his students. 

One last thing... do you guys realize how soon Christmas is coming??? OMG! I have not even started Christmas shopping! I think I'd better get a start on that this week... how are you guys prepping for the holidays?

Thanks for reading and have a Happy Sunday!!!

Wednesday, November 6, 2013

Classic Plaid....



Happy Humpday! We are halfway to the weekend! I wanted to take a few minutes to share my love for these Loft pants with you. I have had my eye on these for quite some time! If you are a Loft regular, you will know that they are no stranger to a sale... and always have some sort of promo going on. That's why I finally broke down and bought these plaid trousers. Originally $75 dollars and I got them for $25!! Can't beat that! (They are still available Here!)  Preppy, classic plaids are a fall and winter staple in my wardrobe and these will definitely get some great use!

Loft is still doing 40% off all sale items! Visit here to browse and rack up on some great fall and winter staples at great prices!!! 




Pants: Loft
Top: Jcrew
Blazer: Urban Outfitters, old (Loving this one!)
Flats: Asos, old (similar)
Watch: Michael Kors, old (have this one also)

I hope you are having a great week so far! Mine has been so-so, mainly due to Luke being in Charlotte at a conference. He won't be back until the weekend and I am definitely missing him. 

Have a great day & Let's keep working for the weekend!

Thanks for Reading!




Sunday, November 3, 2013

Happy•&•Bright



This jacket ya'll!!! OMG!!! When I posted this on insta... I got so many compliments on the color... and that's exactly what pulled me in! I got this from Talbot's. ((I'm a Talbot's lover in my 20's & I am not ashamed!) I have never been more in love with a coat. Yellow is a color that you truly have to find the right shade for your coloring and I think marigold is mine. Bright yellows are absolutely GORG, but make me look like an 80's hot mess... so I can't really pull them off.. but fall yellows such as this work well for me. 

I also made a splurge a couple weeks ago (probably my last for a while), on these leopard Tory Burch flats. If you have followed me on insta for a while... you will know that I am kind of obsessed with TB. I can't help it! The calf hair version that came out years ago is really difficult to find in good condition on ebay so when I saw these I snatched them up! I got them on a Thursday night and when I woke up on Friday to show Luke they were gone. I'm glad I ordered when I did. The saffiano leather will hold up much better over time so I am glad that I got these instead. 

Happy Sunday!!!! Where has the weekend gone? Just wanted to post a few pictures from and #OOTD and let you guys know where I've been!!! (hiding out... jk) Let's just say, work-life balance is a struggle for me right now. I have been working 6 days a week for the past month and filling two roles at my job... needless to say, I need a break. This should be the last week of madness and I couldn't be happier to return to normalcy. 


Jacket: Talbots, similar 
Denim: Hudson
Flats: Tory Burch, sold out
Watch: Michael Kors
Bracelet: Target

Have a great day & Thanks for reading!!!!


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