So do you remember? With your white dress on It was the end of December Count the days till dawn

So a couple weekends ago Luke and I had an amazing welcome reception to celebrate the wedding with those that could not make the long trip up to Delaware for the wedding. I'm sure you remember me talking about the preparations going into that and how I would be sharing the details soon... so here goes...

I honestly started to feel cliche when I went to buy a dress for the event... if you read my post about a complete wedding look for $1,000 you will know that I went a little J Crew crazy with the wedding. I waited to look for a dress for the reception until we went to Nashville for the mere fact that I wanted to do something different for the reception. Yet where did I find myself when I had been on the search for an entire weekend and had absolutely no luck? J Crew. 

The reception was a southern BBQ theme... so I had envisioned something free people 'ish with my favorite cowgirl boots.... and I had absolutely no luck! everything was either super see through, not white, or way too hot to be wearing outside in the heat of Summer. When I had almost given up I stumbled into J Crew tail between my legs thinking I was going to have to rummage for something I would be less than enthused to wear that day. This dress completely turned things around. The loose, flowy sleeves added that country chic element and the shift style was light weight and perfect for the overall feel of the reception.

I obviously wore it again in the above photos... but part of buying a new dress came with the promise to Luke that I would wear it more than once.... so above we see more of a typical look for me and below how I styled it with a little country flair for the reception.

Dress, Boots, Bracelet, Necklace (USE LFCODE20 for 20% off), 

Bag, old (loving this one), Sunnies, Flats, similar

I will be sharing more photos and details of the reception next week. After being on wedding overload for the greater part of the last year I really needed a little break from all things wedding, but I am back and excited to share all about it with you.

Is it Friday yet.... guess not! But here's to the next three days going by like lightning!

Thanks for reading! 

Xo-L

Take me where the hills are calling, the fields are made of green. Cause I don't need some big old city, Lord. Give me Tennessee.

Top: Old, similar | Jeans: J Crew Factory | Sandals: Tory Burch, selling out FAST! | Watch: MK | 

Earrings: J Crew (my wedding earrings) | Bag: Louis Vuitton | Sunnies: J Crew Factory

Oh Monday, we meet again... If you are like me, Mondays kind of kick your butt! I hate to wish time away, but Monday's always kill me.

I love to cheer up crazy days with bright colors to add positive energy... and these pants are the epitome of fun! I love the cool blue shades and the simple floral print. They are on super sale right now so go snag them up before it's too late.

Keeping with the same color, but matching different hues adds interest and creates a simple, monochromatic look. I always find that doing this keeps things pulled together and chic, but still adds an element of interest to every outfit.

I am loving espadrilles right now too... and those bows just get me every time. 

Have a wonderful day and thanks for following along... make sure to follow via the social media links below for daily AGG info and updates. 

XO-L

Lyrics: Judah & the Lion: Sweet Tennessee

Something in the way she moves, or looks my way, or calls my name that seems to leave this troubled world behind.

Dress: River Island, similar | Hat: Nordstrom, similar | Sandals: Tory Burch |

 Bag: Tory Burch | Earrings: old, similar | Sunglasses: Dior | Necklace: Love Always 

I feel like I continue to pull out pieces that were early summer purchases I have yet to wear. This is another one of those... woops! I was so obsessed with this dress when I found it in May on Asos and took it on the honeymoon... the cool temps didn't allow for it and here I am just now giving it its glory. The print mix is perfection and the weight made for the perfect dress to wear for the trip to Raliegh to get Rosey.

I am also obsessed with my new bag! I had been debating on this one forever... and finally broke down. I did a size comparison of this to the regular size and worn cross body this one just made more sense to me. The larger version really looked silly when I placed the shoulder strap on... I am still loving that size though so maybe I'll snag up another. (If hubby allows...)

Happy Friday! TGIF major today!!!!! I need this weekend, BAD!

Xo-L

Title Lyrics: Something in the Way She Moves-James Taylor

'Cause you're a sky, you're a sky full of stars Such a heavenly view

Top: Jules Reid | Skirt: J Crew, major sale! | Espadrilles: Shoedazzle | 

Watch: Michael Kors | Earrings: Kate Spade | Bracelet: J Crew | 

Monogram: Love Always | Sunglasses: Dior | Lip: Lady Danger + Poppy Red 

Just wanted to pop by and share the details of what I wore for the SBS Conference last weekend. I'm kind of obsessed with this outfit. Reason 1: On Thursday I had the pleasure of attending the Jules Reid show in Knoxville... OMG! Calling all retro obsessed gals! Her collection is to die! Reason 2: I love the color combo and mix of predictable styles with an unpredictable print.

This print is called 50's rose. Jules really carries a philosophy similar to Lilly Pulitzer. Every fabric is designed by her and then placed onto several different fabrics. The prints can be made casual or dressy based on the fabric and style of the garment. The top I'm wearing for example could be worn either way because it is basic cotton, but the silk blends created gorgeous dresses that would be absolute perfection for a bridal party!

I will share more details and photos in a post later... so stay tuned!

Thanks for stopping by!

Lyrics: Coldplay: Sky Full of Stars

Gingham...

Dress: Asos , (only available in maternity version now... but I think it will still work for most) | 

Sandals: Tory Burch | Sunglasses: Dior | Pearls: J Crew | Studs: Tory Burch | 

Monogram: Love Always (wedding gift) | Lip: Lady Danger

In honor of it being the 4th... I thought I would share a slightly patriotic look from our honeymoon. This was my favorite look from the trip. I wore this the day we took the bike ride from Oak Bluffs to Edgartown( ... I know what you are thinking... dresses and bikes don't mix... ) This really did though! The weather was so crazy from where you were right next to the water and then went into town to shop and eat probably a 10-15 degree temp difference. So I wore this with a coverup to ensure I wouldn't smolder when we arrived. The length of the dress and soft cotton material made it super comfy for a waterside cruise.

I bought most of my honeymoon clothes over the couple months leading up to the wedding. I did that to avoid having a major chunk of change to spend all at once. This dress from Asos was a must. I obsess over gingham anyway and with the great quality and price point I just couldn't pass it up. It is only available in the maternity version now, but with how the dress is already made I think that anyone could also get by with that one (just size down). 

My sandals were a splurge gift to myself before the wedding. I stopped on the way up in DC to grab some last minute wedding needs and decided this was the last time Luke wouldn't see the wallet damage from the trip to the mall and I just had to. I had been loving the wedge version of these for a while, but really needed more flat sandals. I was unsure of how I would like them, but once I tried them on I fell in love. Happy Wedding to me!

This was absolutely the best trip of my life, not just because this was on my top 5 list of places to go.... but because I was with my HUSBAND(!!!) and could finally relax!

Happy Fourth of July! Have a wonderful day and be safe!!!

ps- make sure to check out all the great sales this weekend! I made a splurge with Tory yesterday since I could get 25% off a bag I was wanting! Go HERE for more deets!

Other sales this weekend include:

• Nordstrom: Summer Markdown Sale Up to 50% off! HERE
• J Crew: 40% off Already Mark down Sale Items!!! HERE
• Asos: 50% off Markdowns & 20% off regular priced items HERE
• Urban Outfitters: Get up to 70% off summer styles HERE

Insta Lately

Hey guys! So sorry for the impromptu vacay from blogging... life has been a little cray over here! 1. I am getting married in t-minus 3 days! (EEKKKK!!!!) 2. Luke's grandpa passed this past weekend... we've had a bit of a hard time... 3. I am on my voyage to the first state (DE) to see my favorite peeps and get ready for this wedding! So... I wasn't kidding when I said life had been a little major lately!

I got some raves about a couple pieces I shared through insta and thought I would share the deets! I'm not always the best liketoknowit poster... so here goes ladies...

Romper, sandals, bag, watch, bracelet

Ya'll.. I can't even tell you how ready I am to get this cleared out! Packed to the Brim!

Top, Pants, Bag, Shoes, Sunnies

Top, Denim, Flats, Bag, Sunnies, Watch

We are almost there! Can't wait to start this new adventure with Luke!
XO-L