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!

Back To Basics

On April 29, 2014April 28, 2014 By all dolled upIn Outfit Ideas1 Comment

Sometimes when I am shooting outfits for the blog, I feel like I need to layer on extravagant jewelry and accessories, and create outfits with lots of details and interest. I mean obviously, those types of things photograph better, and I, of course love the challenge of coming up with unique combinations of patterns and accessories to share with you guys (not to mention that it keeps you all interested)! But on a daily basis, my style is really pretty simple. And so today, I thought I’d take you back to the basics and share with you an outfit you would most likely catch me in during the work week: a go-to pair of black skinnies, a comfy button down, minimal jewelry, and a great pair of pumps. Ok, ok, so maybe the pumps aren’t so basic. But what can I say? Shoes are my weakness!

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Button Down: Gap (on major sale!) also love this one, and this one

Skinnies: American Eagle

Necklaces: Monogram (gift) LOVE this one, Tiffany and Co.

Bracelet: Stella & Dot

Watch: Michael Kors

Sunnies: Ray-Ban 62mm

Bag: Coach Bleecker Riley Carryall

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

Lips: Sweet Experience by Mac (limited edition!)

And to see more of my casual, everyday fashion, be sure to follow along on Instagram. If you caught Friday’s post, then you know I post a lot of outfits on Instagram that don’t necessarily always make it to the blog.

THANK YOU so much for stopping by!

P.S. Can you believe the snow on the mountains behind me? We had been having such gorgeous weather and then over the weekend, it turned on a dime. Gotta love spring in the Rockies!

Sorry I’m Not Sorry

On April 11, 2014April 10, 2014 By all dolled upIn Outfit IdeasLeave a comment

I find it to be kind of amusing when people use the term “Sorry I’m not sorry”. And I have to say, that is exactly how I feel every time I slip on these neon heels. I mean, let’s be honest, I am pretty much obsessed with them. They are so super comfy, go with just about everything, and bring such a fun element to any outfit. And even though they are from last summer, I still can’t seem to get enough. So I am just going to have to put it out there-I’m sorry I’m not sorry that you are (once again this season) going to be seeing a lot of these pumps on the blog…

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Tee: Victoria’s Secret Pink (BEST tee’s EVER)

Skirt: Free People, obsessed with these

Necklaces: JCrew (on sale!), Stella & Dot

Watch: Michael Kors via TJMaxx

Clutch: American Eagle (old), similar

Sunnies: Karen Walker

Pumps: Marc Fisher (old), similar, similar, similar, LOVE this statement pump

Lips: Bare Escentuals Moxie in Fly High

I don’t know about you guys, but I am sure happy it’s Friday. Whoop whoop!

Hope you have a fantastic weekend!

Rad Plaid

On April 8, 2014April 7, 2014 By all dolled upIn Outfit Ideas1 Comment

I am a pretty tried and true JCrew and Gap girl when it comes to my beloved button downs. And I rarely (if ever) venture outside of this cozy comfort zone. However, since I didn’t have any luck with either store on my hunt for a light gray plaid shirt this spring, I was forced to venture out. And I have to say, I am glad that I did because I am absolutely LOVING the fit and style of this Ralph Lauren Denim and Supply top. It is slightly longer in the back, the fabric is light and airy, and the fit is fantastic. In fact, it’s been such a popular shirt at Macy’s, it’s been selected as a customer favorite. And you know what that means? More prints and patterns to come! I know I’ll be on the lookout to add some additional versions of this fantastic shirt to my closet!

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Button Down: RL Denim and Supply via Macy’s

Skinnies: 7 for all mankind, non-distressed version (on sale!)

Necklace: JCrew

Watch: Michael Kors

Ring: Touchstone Crystal

Clutch: Michael Kors (old) similar, obsessed with this one

Pumps: Jessica Simpson (on sale for under $40!!)

Lips: YSL #1

I hope that you are all having a fantastic start to your week. Thank you so much for stopping by!

Sequin Peplum

On April 7, 2014April 29, 2014 By all dolled upIn Outfit Ideas6 Comments

I knew the second I saw this top in person that I had to have it. I had seen it on the Banana Republic website, but didn’t realize just how gorgeous it was until I saw it in the store. This top is absolutely the prettiest mix of a sequined floral print, with just a touch of neon piping. And I have to say, it is one of those extra special pieces that only seem to come around every once in a while. And even though sometimes they take a little seeking out, every girl should have a couple of these extra special pieces in her wardrobe!

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Sequin Peplum: Banana Republic (on sale!! check in store for additional sizes, also this top runs really small, I would size up 1-2 sizes), LOVE this one (on sale), similar, similar

Button down: ArdenB (old), similar (and also the best shirt ever!)

Skinnies: 7 for all mankind

Watch: Michael Kors via TJMaxx

Sunnies: Karen Walker Super Duper

Bag: Michael Kors Slema (old), this year’s version, LOVING this one

Pumps: Marc Fisher (on sale!), similar

Lips: YSL #1

I hope that you all had a wonderful weekend! I know I for one cannot believe it’s Monday again already. Or April for that matter! These last few months have really flown by.

Thank you so much for stopping by!

Camo

On April 3, 2014April 3, 2014 By all dolled upIn Outfit IdeasLeave a comment

Happy Thursday, everyone! I am on the road again this week for work, and enjoying the opportunity to spend some time in my home state of Montana. But truth be told, I am ready to be home and sleep in my own bed.

But in the meantime, today I wanted to share with you one of my favorite combinations-camo and hot pink. And while I wouldn’t initially have thought to put this outfit together, I happened to try on this sweater while I was wearing these pants running errands a couple of weekends ago and loved the way they looked together. And once I added pink accessories, I was sold! A perfect and fun go-to outfit for the transitional season between winter and spring!

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I hope that you are all having a fantastic week!

Thanks so much for stopping by. I appreciate you all so much!

Shades Of Gray

On April 1, 2014March 31, 2014 By all dolled upIn Outfit Ideas1 Comment

It’s been so gray the past couple of days, the weather must have seeped into my subconscious and impacted my wardrobe-a gray ensemble for an equally gray day. But of course, I couldn’t let the dreariness completely overtake my outfit, and decided to brighten things up a little by adding a pair of yellow pumps. Yellow and gray, after all, is one of my favorite color combinations. Ever.

And be sure to click here to see if you are one of the lucky winners of the Touchstone Crystal giveaway!!!

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Also, while I don’t normally get too personal on the blog, I felt it pressing on my heart to share this story with all of you. Sarah grew up down the street from me and at 32 years old is battling a rare and aggressive form of cancer. And not only does she have a difficult fight ahead of her, but she has two young children and a husband to think about. Please keep she and her family in your prayers, and if you feel so inclined to donate, there are links in the article (it’s super easy). And feel free to share her story and spread the word if you feel so inclined.

Reading Sarah’s story reminds of how important it is to be thankful for my health. It is something so easy to take for granted, but yet it is so incredibly precious. A good and humbling reminder…

Hope you are all having a great week! Thank you so much for stopping by!

Same Same

On March 26, 2014March 26, 2014 By all dolled upIn Outfit Ideas2 Comments

Leopard on leopard. What do y’all think? Yay or nay? I think yay. I am obviously a huge fan of print mixing, but typically gravitate towards pairing different patterns together (florals and stripes, stripes and leopard, polka dots and stripes, etc.). And while I believe it’s perfectly acceptable to mix two of the same print together, it definitely works best if you follow a couple of rules. The first is that the patterns are in the same or a complimentary color palette. And the second is that the size of the two different prints are contrasting. Pretty easy, don’t you think?

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Thank you so much for stopping by!

Happy Hump Day!

Je T’aime

On March 24, 2014March 23, 2014 By all dolled upIn Giveaway, Outfit Ideas1 Comment

So, I almost didn’t have any blog photos to share with you guys this week. For once, I was actually ahead of the game and shot some pics over the weekend, but when I went to import them into Lightroom, I received a dreaded error that my SD card was corrupted. I tried everything to retrieve the photos, but no luck. So thank goodness for my tech savvy hubby who was able to save the day for me! And so, in today’s outfit, it should be noted that the message on my new favorite graphic tee is not just dedicated to my love for the combination of neon yellow, and blue, but also, specifically to him. Je t’aime (I love you)…

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Jacket: Blank NYC via Nordstrom Savvy (sold out), similar, similar, similar | Tee: JCrew | Jeans: American Eagle (last season), similar, LOVE these (and they’re on sale!) | Watch: Michael Kors | Bracelet: Juicy Couture (old), similar | Statement Ring: Touchstone Crystal | Clutch: Michael Kors Berkley (last season), this season | Pumps: Target (old), craving these

Love the gorgeous statement ring I’m wearing in this post? Then be sure to CLICK HERE to enter the fabulous giveaway I’m hosting with Touchstone Crystal and you could have one too!

I hope that you all had a wonderful weekend!

Thank you so much for stopping by!

Happy Spring!

On March 21, 2014March 20, 2014 By all dolled upIn Outfit IdeasLeave a comment

In honor of the first day of Spring yesterday, it seemed fitting to break out my favorite floral wedges and a little hot pink. And while the weather here was so perfect and exactly as the first day of spring should be, I can’t help but find myself wishing for summer. Is that crazy? Or is there anyone else out there that feels the same way?

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Thank you so much for stopping by the blog today. I appreciate each and every one of you so much! Wishing you and yours a very happy and fun-filled weekend!

And if you haven’t entered the Touchstone Crystal giveaway, CLICK HERE for your chance to win one of 2 $25 gift cards!!

Happy weekend!