Shifty

On June 3, 2014June 2, 2014 By all dolled upIn Outfit Ideas2 Comments

I LOVE a good shift dress. Not only are they the ultimate in comfort, but they are a perfect piece to wear to work during the summer months. Easy, breezy, and professional. They are also a great transitional piece to take from day to night, or casual to dressy. If you follow me on Instagram (and if you don’t, you can follow me here) then you know I wore this dress paired with a denim vest to a friend’s baby shower over the weekend, which gave it a slightly more casual vibe than today’s post. Once again, another versatile piece that is great to add to any gal’s wardrobe!

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Thank you so much for stopping by! Hope your week is off to a fantastic start!!

Dressy

On June 2, 2014June 1, 2014 By all dolled upIn Outfit Ideas1 Comment

I have made a pledge this year to wear more dresses. I’m not quite sure why, but I naturally tend to gravitate towards jeans, heels, and cute tops. But it gets so hot in the SLC during the summer months, that dresses are really a must. PLUS they are so cute and comfy and fun and I am really loving all of the vibrant prints and colors that I am seeing available in stores this season. Case and point? The dress in today’s post. Not only does the tribal print of this dress lend itself well back to denim, but because it showcases so many different colors, it will be an easy piece to style multiple ways this summer. And in my book, versatile pieces like this are the key to expanding your wardrobe without spending a lot of money!

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Jacket: JCrew (on sale for under $50! also, it runs big, so order a size down) | Dress: Francesca’s (sold out online, check in store!), loving this one (very similar), this one, this one, this one, and this one | Necklaces: Jeweliq, Etsy | Cuff: Lucky Brand | Watch: Michael Kors | Sunnies: Karen Walker | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff | Heels: Nine West (SUPER comfy and on sale!)

I hope you all had a great weekend. Happy Monday!

P.S. If you live in the SLC and love coffee, be sure to stop by the new Publik Coffee. We stopped in to check it out over Memorial Day weekend and fell in love! It’s one of the cooler places I’ve been in the SLC. In fact, it’s actually where we shot these photos. And not only is their coffee and ambiance amazing, but they have an entire menu dedicated solely to different kinds of toast. Brilliant!

Working Girl

On May 30, 2014May 29, 2014 By all dolled upIn Outfit Ideas1 Comment

Happy Friday, sweet friends! I hope you have all had a great week. I was on the road for work, so despite my best intentions to get some blog posts up and running, my nights were spent getting caught up and prepped for meetings. But today, I’m back! And I am excited to share with you a typical outfit that I would wear to work. Because I am on the road so much for my job (you can read about what I do here), on planes, in cars, and in and out of Executive meetings, I am always looking for work appropriate (and fashionable) outfits that are also super comfy and practical. The Express Portofino shirt has become a staple in my closet (it comes in TONS of cute colors and prints), and I love pairing it back to simple black skinnies, basic jewelry, and a fun pump or heel for a little pop of color. I have found this to be a great basic formula for an easy wear-to-work outfit that works for just about any occaision. Not to mention that this combo also looks fantastic with a blazer for a little more dressed up look!

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Wishing you all a fabulous weekend!

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Proud To Be An American

On May 27, 2014 By all dolled upIn Outfit IdeasLeave a comment

I had good intentions of getting this post up in time for Memorial Day, but ended up being too busy having fun with my family (who was in town for the weekend) to sit down and do any blogging. So my apologies for the absence of outfit posts the past few days! But since I’m really digging the patriotic feel of what I wore for our Memorial Day BBQ, I still wanted to share it with all of you!

I love the combination of red, white, and blue-or in this case, neon coral, white, and blue. And of course what could be more American than adding a little pop of denim to an ensemble? So even though Memorial Day weekend has (sadly) come and gone, I love this outfit for a multitude of different summer occasions-including the 4th of July, or really any summer BBQ for that matter….

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Dress: Macy’s (old), LOVE this one (and it’s on sale!) similar, similar | Vest: Macy’s (old), similar, just purchased this one | Necklaces: House of Harlow here and here | Watch: Michael Kors | Sunnies: Ray-ban | Pumps: Marc Fisher, similar, similar

I hope that you all a wonderful, long, relaxing, and fun holiday weekend!

Now, here’s to a four day work week!

Thanks so much for stopping by!

Pink Suede Shoes

On May 19, 2014May 18, 2014 By all dolled upIn Outfit Ideas1 Comment

I think every outfit is made that much better with a great pair of shoes. So when I found these amazing pink suede heels for under $50, I knew that they were the perfect addition to my summer wardrobe. And not only are they cute and comfy (and PINK!), but they add that perfect pop of color to just about any outfit. Talk about swoon-worthy!!

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Blazer: BarIII (sold out) similar, similar, similar, similar (40% off!)

T-Shirt: American Eagle

Skinnies: 7 for all mankind, identical

Necklace: Jeweliq

Watch: Michael Kors (sold out), similar, similar

Sunnies: Ray-ban

Bag: Coach Bleecker

Heels: JustFab (under $50 with 20% off coupon code for visiting site!)

I hope that you all had a wonderful weekend. Can you believe that we are coming up on Memorial day weekend already? I know I certainly can’t! This month is really just flying by-which I suppose is just fine with me. Bring on summer!

Spring Must-Haves (for your feet!)

On May 14, 2014May 13, 2014 By all dolled upIn Favorite ProductsLeave a comment

Before I became an Executive with Macy’s, I was a Senior Footwear Buyer at both Sundance Catalog and Overstock.com. So it should come as no surprise that I really (I mean really) LOVE shoes! And so today, because footwear is off the chain this spring, I wanted to share my favorite (and affordable!) picks of the season with all of you…

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Happy hump day, dolls! And happy shoe shopping!

Black and Blue

On May 13, 2014May 12, 2014 By all dolled upIn Outfit Ideas1 Comment

As I’ve said quite a few times this Spring, I am loving the color blue-especially anything in cobalt. It is such a rich, gorgeous color and looks great back to a multitude of other colors. But despite it’s versatility, sometimes pairing it back to plain old black is the perfect combination…

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Jacket: Blank NYC via Nordstrom (sold out), similar, LOVE this version for Spring

Dress: H&M (old), similar, LOVE this (and it’s under $40!)

Necklace: Kenneth Jay Lane (obsessed!), also here

Watch: Michael Kors (old), similar

Sunnies: Karen Walker

Bag: Coach

Pumps: Jessica Simpson

Lips: YSL in #1

I hope you all had a wonderful weekend. I had a fantastic birthday celebration in Vegas, but I must admit, I’m a little sad it’s all over. Sometimes the things we look forward to the most always seem to pass us by the most quickly, don’t they? And a very special thank you to all of you for the sweet birthday wishes over the weekend. I appreciate you all SO much and you helped to make my day extra special!

Thanks for stopping by!

Spring Beauty Essentials

On May 8, 2014May 8, 2014 By all dolled upIn Favorite ProductsLeave a comment

One thing I love about a change in season, is the chance to freshen up my beauty routine. And because I am so enamored with the below products, today I thought I would share my current beauty must-have with all of you…

1. Bare Minerals BB Primer: this stuff is AWESOME! I am a huge fan of primers and have tried all of the cult favorites, but this is by far the best. It goes on silky smooth, has a slight tint to even out blemishes and redness, I no longer get oily in my t-zone after a few hours (like I do with every other primer I’ve tried), and, of course, it has all the benefits of a BB Cream!

2. Bare Escentuals Pressed Powder: I have been a fan of the loose powder for years, and was super excited when they launched the pressed. However, I was initially turned off by the fact that the colors weren’t interchangeable with the loose, and by the fact that it didn’t get rave reviews right away. However, my favorite Bare rep got me to try it a couple of months ago and I’m hooked! Initially, you do have to be aware of the difference in application (it goes on a little heavier than the loose if you aren’t careful), but once you get it down, it’s super easy and natural looking. PLUS no more mess all over the bathroom counter!

3. NARS Orgasm Blush: I use this year round. Hands down my favorite blush and works with just about any skin tone. If you haven’t tried this, you must-it’s a staple in my beauty bag.

4. Bare Minerals Moxie Lipstick in Fly High: I always gravitate towards YSL and MAC lipsticks, but when I saw a photo of my favorite blogger, Julia, from Gal Meets Glam, wearing this color during NY Fashion week, I HAD to try it. And am SO glad I did! The color is the perfect shade of pink for Spring, and it is super comfy and long lasting-in fact, it reminds me a bit of a gloss. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this stuff!

5. Bobbi Brown Shimmer Brick in Apricot: Another tried and true favorite that I have been wearing for years. In the summer I wear the bronze, but in the spring, the Apricot is the perfect amount of warmth and glow and looks great layered with Orgasm.

6. Urban Decay 24/7 Eyeliner: BEST. EYELINER. EVER. I recommend this to everyone, and everyone who tires it is hooked. Super easy to apply, doesn’t smudge (I can wear it without any touch-ups all day long), and yet, it super easy to remove. I guess you could say it’s easy on the eyes in more than one way!

7. MAC Prep+Prime Translucent Finishing Power: After constantly reading about this product, I recently decided to give it a test drive. And the verdict? It’s fantastic! It is the perfect setting powder, gives my makeup a perfectly finished look, and reduces the look of fine lines and pores. I think it’s safe to say I’m hooked!

8. Urban Decay Make Up Setting Spray: Another tried and true favorite in my beauty routine. Now that I’ve used it, I can’t go without it. And let me just tell you, all make up sprays are definitely not created equal. So if you are in the market, this is the one. Trust me, try it and you’ll be hooked.

Thanks so much for stopping by! And please don’t hesitate to let me know if you have any questions about the above products!

Light and Airy

On May 6, 2014May 6, 2014 By all dolled upIn Outfit IdeasLeave a comment

I love a good structured peplum top. I am also particularly being drawn towards all things white this season. So this top has (obviously) been on frequent rotation in my closet as of late. I am also finding myself gravitating towards anything nude as far as footwear is concerned. And how could I forget light wash denim for both jackets and jeans? I guess it’s safe to say this warmer weather has me wanting to lighten things up a bit…

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Jacket: INC (old), similar, similar

Top: Torn by Ronny Kobo (old), similar, similar, LOVE this and this (both strapless!) for summer

Skinnies: American Eagle

Watch: Michael Kors

Sunnies: Karen Walker Super Duper

Bag: Coach Bleecker Riley Carryall

Wedges: Sole Society (LOVE these shoes AND they’re on sale for under $50!)

Hope you all had a safe and fun Cinco De Mayo!

Thank you so much for stopping by!

Derby Style

On May 5, 2014May 5, 2014 By all dolled upIn Outfit Ideas3 Comments

Even though I was born and raised out west, I did live in the south for a few years when I pursued a country music career and attended college at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. And let me just say, my years in the Music City were some of the best of my life. There is just something about the South that is so near and dear to me. What can I say? I’m a country girl at heart. And because I especially love all of the incredible traditions that come from the South, J and I decided to throw a Derby party this year. I have always wanted to host one, but haven’t had the chance since I moved to Utah. But this year, it was the perfect excuse to get extra dressed up, enjoy the gorgeous weather, drink cocktails in the afternoon, and celebrate my birthday (a few days early) with all of our favorite people! It was a great time had by all, and served as the perfect reminder to wear big, floppy hats more often!

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Dress: Lulu’s (pink is sold out, but it is available in blue, floral, and yellow)

Monogram Necklace: Keti Sorely Designs

Tassel Necklace: Jeweliq

Cuff: Lucky Brand, also loving this and this

Watch: Michael Kors

Hat: Forever21 (gift), similar, similar, similar

Bag: Michael Kors Selma (sold out), obsessed with this new gold version, and loving this studded bag (on major sale!)

Heels: Report Signature via DSW (under $50!)

Hope you all had a fabulous weekend! And don’t forget, today is the last day to take advantage of Macy’s big Friends and Family sale (think 25% off of just about everything). Go here to see my top picks!

Thanks so much for stopping by and happy shopping!