Spotted

Top: Ann Taylor, sold out | Skirt: Old, similar here | Heels: Sole Society, similar | Clutch: Kslade Made, different color | Earrings: BaublebarXAnthropologie | Watch: Michael Kors | Bracelet: J Crew Factory

Polka dots are perfection, especially when they come in navy! This skirt is an oldie I purchased from the Banana Republic outlet and it never fails me. Every time I wear it I just feel happier. The length is perfect and I love the white and gray color mix up in the pattern.

My Kslade Made clutch was a winter purchase, but I am still loving it paired with neutral outfits for a pop of color. The sunflowers... were just another addition to the fresh flowers in my house right now... I can't help it... Sad day= go buy some flowers and have a glass of wine. 

I'm not sure if it's the fact that our wedding is less than two months away or that I'm just wedding obsessed right now, but everything I do with my hair or decide to throw on has some sort of "bridal" feel to it. I'm not hating it though!

Thanks for stopping by! Make sure to check out my last post. I've been getting tons of skin questions and wanted to share some answers! 

Xo-L

Neon Sparkle

Tee: Forever 21, similar // Denim: Hudson, white version here // Bag: Forever 21 ($24.80!!!!) // Baseball Cap: Forever 21, similar // 

Sneakers: Old Navy (kids) // Earrings: Forever 21 // Sunglasses: Tory Burch // Watch: Michael Kors // Bracelet: J Crew // Lip: Pink Neauvou 

I feel like such a kid in this outfit... and kind of a like a soccer mom. Which is actually fitting considering where I am in life right now.  There's just something about throwing on a ball cap when you're having a bad hair day... it's kind of like washing away the bad and carrying on.  I've been having some major hair struggles lately... and a hat was definitely necessary this day.

I have been having some serious luck at Forever 21 lately. The bag I'm wearing came in at $24.80. It's always super nice to find outfit add-ons at bargain prices. If you're in the market right now check out the info below for what I'm loving from the accessories shop online.

Thanks for reading and have a great day!

Here are my Fab F21 Finds:

Jaded

Jacket: Forever 21, similar (ON SALE!) // Top: Forever 21 // Denim: Old Navy //  

Heels: Sole Society // Watch: Michael Kors// Bracelet: Blush Bazaar // Bag, Rebecca Minkoff //

Earrings: Benevolent Jewels (use LFCODE20 for 20% off) // Necklaces: J Crew, Benevolent Jewels //

 Sunnies: Anthropologie// Lip: Pink Neauvou  // Wearing the Luxy Hair 120g set in Dirty Blonde

I am so infected with spring fever right now it's almost ridiculous. With the weather being in the 60's right now,  it's easy to let it happen. Green is the epitome of spring and this is the perfect shade of green! Pictures don't do it justice. It really is fab. It's actually an oldie from last spring, but I've found an amazing dupe and an amazing price. (linked above)

When featuring a bright color I try to keep everything else super neutral. A basic striped top with denim  seemed fitting. Especially with us running around Nashville on Sunday. I was so excited to walk Belmont's campus with Luke and listen to how excited he was sharing old stories. I've visited Nashville before, but never toured the campus. I can't even explain how pretty it is in words. I was astounded! All the musicians playing guitar on every corner didn't hurt either! (hah!) 

In other news, this has been one rough week! I'm not going to go into details, but I would appreciate thoughts and prayers! 

Thank you so much for reading!!!

Bubblegum Pink

Sweater: Banana Republic similar here and here // Denim: Old Navy // Flats: Old Navy // 

Necklace: Benevolent Jewels (use code LFCODE20 for 20% off) // Earrings: Kate Spade //

Clutch: K Slademade (sale!!!) // Watch: Michael Kors // Bracelets: J Crew, Blush Bazaar // 

Lippie: High Tea // Nails: Lovie Dovie by Essie

Have you ever bought something you didn't really need, but thought it would be a great piece at some point down the road? That's the case with this sweater. I found this sweater the week after Christmas. Of course everything had gone to super clearance to make room for new items and I scooped this up for under $20!!! I haven't thought to wear it until now, and when I saw the great color combo with my bright red Old Navy flats... I knew this would make for a perfect Valentine's day look.

I have been on a major hunt the past couple days to find a dupe for you guys... I got several questions on Instagram about the sweater and I'm so glad you loved it as much as I do. I couldn't find anything that would work as an exact dupe as this one is sold out, but J Crew had a couple of great options and Banana Republic had a different color and pattern option in the same style. (See below for where to find the pieces)

I just love pink and red together.... I'm sure I'll take it overboard this week with it being Valentines Day, but I can't help myself. Any reason to wear my two favorite colors is a good thing in my book! 

My other obsessions of the moment are: my Benevolent Jewels necklace (can't get enough of their pieces!!!), my new Old Navy jeans, and my K Slademade clutch. All three are not only perfect for Valentines Day, but  also for everyday wear! I could throw all three pieces on with a white t-shirt and look pulled together and chic... Obsessed really doesn't explain my love and I'm sure you can see why!

Have a great day pretties! I hope you are as excited for Valentines Day as I am!

Thank you so much for reading!

Going Green

This skirt has stolen my heart. When I received a recent mailer from H&M I saw it featured and just had to have it. A black midi skirt with pockets of good quality under a $50 price point is nearly impossible... but this one beats the odds. The structure is impeccable and it really moves with you. I can't wait to keep styling it throughout spring and summer. The possibilities are endless.

I keep throwing colors on to trick my mind into thinking it isn't freezing outside. Kelly green is the epitome of spring... it's coming soon... that's what I keep telling myself...

The wind was having a fit while we took pictures... and my hair didn't quite make it through...

Skirt: H&M, sold out/ similar

Top: old, similar here and here

Belt: J Crew

Necklace: Banana Republic

Heels: J Crew

Bag: Rebecca Minkoff

Bracelet: J Crew

Watch: Michael Kors

Have a blessed day and keep thinking of spring! She will be here before we know it!

Talk to you soon!

I am linking up with:

• Three-fer Thursday with Perfectly Coutured and Everyday Fashion & Finance
• What I'm Loving Fridays: Simply Lulu Style

Bundled up in color...

Remember me saying it was cold? I was just kidding... now it's cold... We are seriously at 0! When is this crazy freeze going to end? The only ways I am getting through can be summed up in one word: layers. I work inside most of the day so wearing heavy layers on top and lighter underneath is a must. I start with something like a light blouse, move to a sweater, and then end with a heavy coat. I'm not much of a glove wearer... I usually wear them the first five minutes I'm in the car on my commute and toss them for the day. I just feel super restricted... and mostly can't handle not being able to use my phone. (I can't get the touch screen compatible gloves to work). 

This coat is one of my most prized possessions. I love the color (read about my yellow obession here) and that the sleeve isn't full length. I realize three quarter sleeves are really meant for fall, but I like to be able to move. I also love this coat for the reason that layers don't feel super bulky underneath. I love the sweater ( I wore it to cover up during my best friends wedding... it was a chilly night and we weren't very covered in our strapless bridesmaids dresses). The hi-lo effect is hard to see here, but it really is the best part. Polka dots don't hurt either though... 

I thought I needed some extra color so I threw on a sleeveless blouse in the popular color of the year (Radiant Orchid). At first I thought the colors might be a little overwhelming together, but I actually love the combo...

Coat: Talbot's Similar

Sweater: Boutique Find, Similar

Bow Blouse: Similar here and here

Pants: J Crew

Socks: Urban Outfitters

Boots: Hunter

Watch: Michael Kors

Bracelet: Mudpie

Headwrap: Anthropologie

Sunnies: Tory Burch

Bag: H&M, similar

Lippie: St. Germain with Girl about Town Gloss

Other thoughts: Hunter Boots aren't just for rain. Outside of UGG boots... they are kind of the only thing that keep me warm. I throw on boot socks and I'm set. 

Have a great day and stay warm!

Thanks for reading!

Canary

Canary yellow is absolute perfection. Yellow can often turn into a disaster where outfits are concerned: reason being,  choosing the wrong shade. I have yet to find someone this shade of yellow doesn't favor. If you are brunette with olive complexion or blonde and fair like me, this shade will work for you! Throw on a bright pink or red lip and some skinnies and you are ready to go!

I found this fab top from H&M about a month ago. I love the fabric and ruffle front. One thing to always be mindful of with tops is volume balance. I paired my leather blazer with this to bring down the fullness and bring everything to the center with a tapered front. I'm all about adding interest, but you never want to let it takeover. Always find something to keep your looks grounded.

 I am so grateful for the ability to shop H&M online now. I found several items that are amazing quality, but each came in around $20. You really can't beat that. Especially when one of my finds is a great dupe for several designer bags I have been eyeing lately. This bag is quite large, but is perfect for those days when I have a lot to cart around with me. Another great part is the large mouth opening. There is nothing worse than a large bag with a small mouth: all that size and no way to easily access  your items... no thanks! 

Blouse: H&M

Jacket: Express, similar

Denim: 7fam

Heels: J Crew, similar 

Bag: H&M

Sunnies: Anthropologie, similar 

Watch: Michael Kors 

Earrings: option

Lippie: Stila Poppy

Another change, I wore my Luxies straight for once. I was scared my hair wouldn't blend well and would look piecey, but I was pleasantly surprised. Just a little leave in to keep the ends smooth and my flat iron and we were in business.

Luke and I both have the day off today! Thank the Lord for holidays. We are spending the day working on wedding plans! Wish us luck! We are in crunch time and have a million things to accomplish on our to do list before May 31st!!

Thanks for reading and talk to you soon!

Prepped and Proper

 

 

Vest: Talbots | Chambray: J Crew | Denim: Level 99 | Clutch: K slademade | 

Heels: Nine West, similar | Watch: Michael Kors | Bracelet: J Crew | 

Necklace: Forever 21, similar here and here | Lippie: Stila Poppy

I gravitate toward preppy classics... like quilted vests and plaid. I stumbled upon this vest online several months ago. I had already acquired quite the vest collection and couldn't justify the price tag at the time... so I contained myself. I know we were meant to be  because when shopping on Sunday our store happened to only have one of these left... the one lonely vest also happened to be my size... and was 50% off. You know I couldn't pass that up! I've talked about my affection for Talbot's before and here I am again... telling you how very much I love Talbot's at age 26. Every brand has a target market, but that doesn't mean you have to trap yourself within those age limits. Loving timeless classics is nothing to be ashamed of ladies... so don't let anyone fool you. If you find something that works for you; wherever it is, by all means buy it! 

I'm a creature of habit and once I develop an obsession, it's hard to break. I've worn a little Poppy Red all but one day out of the last week... not sure when I'll break the habit. 

We are also expecting snow again today... oh the joys of winter! Who else is counting down the days until summer?

Have a wonderful day and thank you for reading!