FPF: Summer Round-Up

Does anyone else feel like Labor Day is the most bittersweet weekend of the year?  Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE fall (especially fall clothes), but it makes me so sad to say goodbye to summer every year (probably because I know a long winter awaits us just on the other side).  And while I am looking forward to a nice 3-day weekend up in Park City with family and friends, I have to say that this girl is pretty darn sad to see summer go.  So in honor of my favorite season, I thought I might post a round-up of my favorite All Dolled Up looks of the summer….

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Thank you all so much for the continued support.  I have exciting news about an upcoming collaboration with one of my favorite retailers that I can’t wait to share with you.  So be sure to stay tuned!

Wishing you all a fun, happy and safe Labor day weekend!

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Pretty in Pink

Oh how I love pink. All shades of pink, and anything that comes in pink. And so, when I saw that one of the things on JCrew’s Fall 2013 trend report was mixing different shades of the same color, I thought I’d get a jump-start and test out the look with a summer outfit composed of a few of my favorite things. Which of course, should come as no surprise, are all shades of pink…

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Sequin Tank: JCrew (on sale!) | Jeans: Paige | Belt: Macy’s (old), similar | Bracelets: Kate Spade (old), Aldo (old) | Watch: Michael Kors | Earrings: GroopDealz, similar, similar | Clutch: Hobo International Zoe (old), similar | Sandals: Candies

I know I am personally really excited about this new trend and can’t wait to experiment with it.  Especially as we get closer and closer to the Fall season.  But I would love to know, what do you all think?

Happy Tuesday!

Candy Stripes

Color tends to be a pretty consistent trend in my summer wardrobe. And this fun, striped skirt from JCrew is no exception. And while I initially gravitated towards styling it back to heels and vibrant oranges, I am also looking forward to trying it with shades purples, or a favorite chambray shirt and pair of flats. Don’t you just love pieces that provide so much versatility in your wardrobe? I know I sure do!

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Tank: JCrew | Skirt: JCrew (on sale!), similar, similar | Necklaces: Kate Spade, Night Light International | Bracelets: H&M, JCrew | Watch: Michael Kors | Sunnies: Amazon | Wedges: Madden Girl

If you are looking for a way to give back and add some beautiful new jewelry to your wardrobe this summer, then please be sure and stop by Night Light International.  It is an incredible organization that rescues women who have fallen victim to human trafficking and prostitution in Thailand and gives them the skills to sustain a life on their own-far from the bonds of slavery.  You can read more about this incredible company here.

Happy Tuesday!

xx

Stormy Weather

While I spend a lot of time on the road for my job, one of the perks of all of the travel is that every couple of months, I get to take a trip back to my home state of Montana. And depending on the time of year and our schedules, sometimes it works out (like it did this past weekend) that J can come and join me and we can sneak in a long weekend in one of our favorite places-which also happens to be where we first met. And while the weather was cold and stormy (which required a little more layering than I’m used to this time of year), we still managed to have a great time with friends, visited all of our favorites places (and discovered some new), and were even able to sneak in a few miles on the bikes in between showers…

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Blazer: H&M (old), similar | Striped Top: Calvin Klein | Destroyed Skinnies: Else (on sale!) | Flower Necklace: Groop Dealz, similar | Bracelets: Kate Spade, Stella & Dot, JCrew | Watch: Michael Kors | Clutch: Coach | Pumps: Marc Fisher (on sale!)

I hope you all had a wonderful weekend!  I know I for one can’t wait for our next trip to Bozeman.   Such a fun little town packed with so many good memories.  

And if you haven’t already, don’t forget to enter the JCrew $50 gift card contest here!  It runs through Wednesday at midnight.  AND they are having a huge sale right now, so it’s the perfect time to shop!

Thanks for stopping by!

xx

Tie One On

I think it’s safe to say that this look is going to be a staple for me this summer. Since chambray shirts are always on constant rotation in my closet, it’s no wonder that I am loving the new sleeveless version hitting stores right now. And I’m particularly loving them when tied and worn over pretty summer dresses. A look that’s polished and sweet-but easy as one, two, three…

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Chambray Shirt: Kohl’s similar, similar, similar | Dress: LC by Lauren Conrad (order one size up-runs tiny in the ribcage) | Sunnies: Ray Ban | Cuffs: H&M (old) similar | Bag: Kate Spade similar | Wedges: Guess (old) similar

If you haven’t already, but sure to enter to the win the $50 JCrew giftcard brought to you by All Dolled Up and Groop Dealz.  And don’t forget to stop by Groop Dealz to check out all of their amazing daily deals.   They have so many cute things-you most definitely will not be disappointed!

Thank you so much for stopping by!

xx

Summer Brights

I love neon. Especially a nice, bright neon yellow. And while it isn’t the easiest shade to wear, yellow in general is my absolute favorite color, so I’m partial. Which is why, of course, I couldn’t resist this pretty top. And while I can’t recommend this hue for everyone, what I can recommend is a pretty, dressed-up tank back to ripped jeans and heels for a summer night out on the town…

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Neon Top: Vince Camuto | Ripped Jeans: American Eagle | Bracelets: Kate Spade, Juicy Couture, Stella & Dot | Necklace:  JCrew, JCrew | Sunnies: Ray Ban | Bag: Steve Madden (old), similar, similar | Pumps: Michael Kors

I hope you all had a wonderful weekend!  Ours was unbelievably busy, but filled with some of my favorite things including friends, biking, marbles, vino, time with the littles, root beer floats, and long evenings spent enjoying our deck.  Oh how I love this time of year!

If you haven’t entered the JCrew gift card giveaway, click here to enter for your chance to win!

xx

Lunch Date

I love lunch dates. Whether it be with friends, my hubby, or my sweet co-workers, there is always something fun about “grabbing” lunch. Particularly during the summer months when it’s the perfect time to nab a seat on a patio somewhere. And as the temperature heats up with the progression of summer, sun dresses and maxi’s will definitely be my go-to for these types of outings. But for now, I am loving light colored, distressed denim back to a fun top, and over-sized bag. Oh, and as always, a cute (and comfy) pair shoes…

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Shirt: Express | Jeans: American Eagle | Necklaces:  Tiffany, My Personal Collection of Charms, Kenneth Cole (old) | Bracelets: Stella & Dot, Tiffany | Watch: Michael Kors | Sunnies: Guess | Bag: Kate Spade, similar |  Cognac Pumps: Aldo (old)

Hope you are all having a wonderful week.  Thanks for stopping by!!

xx

Neutral Obsession

As much as I am enamored with color, I am perhaps equally as enamored with neutrals. They are soft, feminine, and, most importantly, a refreshing break from the neons and brights that I normally find myself gravitating towards (more often than not)…

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Peplum Top: Forever21 | Jeans: Joe’s Jeans | Necklaces: JCrew (here and here) | Bracelets: Stella & Dot, Aldo (old), Oia

Jules, Kate Spade | Sunnies: Nordstrom (not online, but check in store) | Bag: Michael Kors | Pumps: Michael Kors Avery (on sale!!!)

Don’t you love when you have been eyeing something online and it turns out to be even better in person?  Such was the case with this cute peplum top.  I had seen it online, but as much as I love it, have a hard time with the whole peplum trend (I am very short-waisted, so they don’t normally do much for me).  But when my family was here for Memorial Day weekend, my mom treated my sister-in-law and me to a traditional shopping trip, and I was able to spot it on the rack at Forever21.  And I have to say, it’s one of those Forever21 pieces that is quite impressive.  While most of the stuff in that store is fairly cheap both in quality and in price, and what I would consider “disposable” fashion (not that it can’t still have a very desirable place in your wardrobe), they do have items (if you have the patience) that are actually quite nice and very well made.  And this top is one of them.  The fit and fabric are both lovely and in person it looks very expensive.  Don’t you just love finding bargains like?   Me and my bank account sure do. 😉

Hope you all had a wonderful weekend!

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My Vest Accessory

When I originally put this outfit together, it was sans vest. But one thing I have learned about blogging is that sometimes, the more layers and jewelry you pile one, the better the photos turn out. Apparently there are some instances where more is more! But I have to say that I think the vest really made this outfit complete, and not just for the sake of blog photos. And so, it should come as no surprise, that I am absolutely loving the vest trend again this summer. So if you haven’t already, denim or surplus, it’s time to add one to your closet!

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Popover: JCrew | Vest: H&M, similar, similar, similar, similar | Skirt: Kensie, similar | Bracelets: Kate Spade, Stella & Dot | Belt: American Eagle (old) | Sunnies: Gap | Watch: Michael Kors | Pumps: Aldo

Hope you are all having a wonderful week.  Mine has been beyond crazy and I am so looking forward to the long holiday weekend and having family in town.

Thanks for stopping by!

xx