Pink Suede Shoes

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!!

IMG_6162

IMG_6184

IMG_6175

IMG_6156 IMG_6170 IMG_6174 IMG_6191

 Instagram Filter: Lo-fi

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!

 

 

Birthday Balloons…

I have always wanted to do a blog post with balloons (thanks a lot, Pinterest), but the opportunity had just really never presented itself.  That is until yesterday, when J surprised me with flowers and balloons before we left town for a quick weekend birthday celebration. And so today, in honor of my birthday, I thought I would celebrate by accessorizing my outfit with a whole bunch of pink balloons.  Because if you can’t accessorize with balloons on your birthday, then really, when can you?

IMG_5800

IMG_5805

IMG_5834

IMG_5817

 

IMG_5844

IMG_5828

IMG_5840

IMG_5866 IMG_5837 IMG_5845

IMG_5797

IMG_5854

Instagram Filter: Amaro

Top: Express Portofino Shirt (BEST ever!)

Skirt: Kensie

Necklace: Dillards (sold out), similar, similar

Bracelet: Juicy Couture (old), this year’s version (on sale!)

Watch: Michael Kors

Rings: Gigglosophy

Sunnies: House of Harlow

Pumps: Payless (say what??), similar, similar, similar

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend.  Thank you so much for stopping by!!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Light and Airy

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…

IMG_5733

IMG_5728 IMG_5751 IMG_5738 IMG_5753 IMG_5743 IMG_5757

Instagram Filter: Lo-Fi

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!

 

 

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles

I travel a lot both personally and professionally, so am always on the hunt for comfy layering pieces to keep me cozy to and fro.  So when ToAdorn (one of my very favorite daily deal sites) gifted me this darling cardigan from Tara Lynn’s Boutique, I knew it was going to be a staple piece in my wardrobe. And it most definitely is.  It’s just one of those easy pieces that can be tossed on over just about anything, can be easily tucked into your purse or carry on for travel, and my very favorite part (besides the stripes, obviously)?  The cute suede elbow patches!

IMG_5578 IMG_5618 IMG_5626 IMG_5645 IMG_5575 IMG_5639 IMG_5640 IMG_5647

 Filter: Amaro

Cardigan: Tara Lynn’s Boutique c/o ToAdorn

T-Shirt: JCrew (sold out) love this and this

Skinnies: 7 for all mankind (on sale!!)

Panama Hat: Target, similar

Sunnies: Ray-Ban (62mm) (on sale!)

Bag: Steve Madden (old), craving this one

Pumps: Aldo (old), LOVE these for summer

Lips: MAC Razzle Dazzle

Thank you so much for stopping by to say “hello”.

Happy, happy weekend!

Back To Basics

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!

IMG_5521 IMG_5527 IMG_5557 IMG_5545 IMG_5538 IMG_5507 IMG_5563 IMG_5530

Instagram Filter: Lo-Fi

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!

 

Instagram Outfits

If you follow me on Instagram (and if you don’t, you can follow me  here), then you know I post a lot of daily outfits that don’t necessarily always make it to the blog.  And because there has been so much interest and so many questions about the items I am wearing in those posts, today I wanted to take a minute and share the outfit links to your favorite looks from Instagram! Happy shopping and happy Friday!!

20140425-105017.jpgSweater: JCrew (on sale!) | Pants: Gap (on major sale for less than $30!!) | Pumps: Jessica Simpson

20140425-105036.jpgJacket: Nordstrom | Cami: Express | Jeans: 7 for all mankind | Pumps: Aldo (old), similar

20140425-105050.jpgJacket: Forever21 (old) similar | Cami: Express (on sale!) | Jeans: 7 for all mankind | Necklace: Stella & DotBallet Flats: INC (old), similar

20140425-105101.jpgBlazer: Macy’s (sold out), similar | Tank: American Rag | Skinnies: American Eagle | Necklace: Stella & Dot (old), similar | Pumps: Aldo (old), similar

20140425-105114.jpgShirt: Gap (sold out), similar| Vest: Tommy Hilfiger (sold out), similar | Skinnies: 7 for all mankind | Necklace: Stella & Dot | Pumps: Nine West

20140425-105127.jpgJacket: Nordstrom Savvy (sold out), similar | Tank: H&M | Skirt: H&M (sold out online, check in store), similar | Necklace: Stella & Dot | Pumps: Nine West

Thank you so much for stopping by.  Hope you all have a fantastic weekend!

 

Jean Jacket

Whether you call it a denim jacket or a jean jacket, if you don’t own one, then you should! Denim jackets are a key item for Spring, and a great investment piece that will last you for seasons to come. And while they are a great layering piece while we wait for the temps to warm up, they are also really cute. In fact, my favorite way of styling them as of late is back to flirty dresses and skirts-allowing me to get into my summer wardrobe a little earlier than usual.  And if you are really feeling the denim jacket this season (like I am), then I would be sure to venture out and purchase one in both a dark wash (see yesterday’s post), and also in a light wash…

IMG_5420 IMG_5425 IMG_5427 IMG_5438 IMG_5444 IMG_5429 IMG_5427 IMG_5432 IMG_5442 IMG_5446

Instagram Filter: Amaro

Denim Jacket: INC (no longer available), similar, similar, similar

Dress: LC by Lauren Conrad (last season), similarsimilar

Watch: Michael Kors

Necklace: Stella & Dot 

Sunnies: Karen Walker Number One

Clutch: Michael Kors (last season), new version

Pumps: Marc Fisher (sold out), LOVE these

Lips: St. Germaine by MAC

Also, I should note that this was the outfit I ended up wearing on Easter.  It was such a beautiful day and this was the perfect outfit for church, running errands, and hosting friends for Easter dinner.

Hope you are all having a fantastic week!

 

 

Tulle Cool For School

Ahhh tulle, how I love you so.  So fun, so whimsical, and the perfect fabrication to make any girl feel like a princess.  And let me tell you ladies, tulle isn’t just for ballerinas anymore.  So if you are looking for something different (and super fun!) to add to your wardrobe this spring, then a tulle skirt is the ticket.  You can wear them back to anything from a t-shirt, to a blouse, to a button down, to a jean-jacket.  Rest assured, you will be pleasantly surprised at the plethora of things you will able to style your tulle skirt with.  But perhaps more importantly, how fabulous it will make you feel…

IMG_5300

IMG_5297 IMG_5314

IMG_5324

IMG_5316 IMG_5319 IMG_5326

 Instagram Filter: Amaro

Jacket: Else by Joe’s Jeans (not longer available), similar, similar

Tank: INC (no longer available), similar

Skirt: BCBGMaxazria (older style), OBSESSED with this (for my birthday!)

Monogram Necklace: Keti Sorely Designs

Long Necklace: JCrew (no longer available), very similar

Watch: Michael Kors (no longer available) LOVE this one

Bracelet: Stella & Dot

Sunnies: Karen Walker Number One

Heels: DV by Dolce Vita (obsessed)

I hope that you all had a wonderful Easter weekend. From a great visit with family, to an Easter egg hunt with our littles, to an inspiring church service, capped off  by a delicious meal with amazing friends-we really couldn’t have asked for a more blessed or better celebration.

Thanks for stopping by!

 

 

Candy Crush

Well no matter how hard I tried, I just couldn’t quite make it a week without these pumps making an appearance on the blog.  I just love the fun pop of color they bring to any outfit.  So if you don’t have a fun, candy colored pump in your wardrobe, then its high time to add a pair!  I promise,  you will get more wear out of them than you could even anticipate!

IMG_5083 IMG_5085 IMG_5086

IMG_5098

IMG_5092 IMG_5093 IMG_5094 IMG_5096

IMG_5091

IMG_5101

Instagram Filter: Sierra

Sweater: Kensie

Skinnies: 7 for all mankind

Necklace: JCrew (50% off!)

Watch: Michael Kors via TJMaxx, similar

Sunnies: Karen Walker

Clutch: American Eagle (old), similar, LOVING this one

Pumps: Marc Fisher (old), similar, similar, similar, similar

I am heading home after a quick business trip this afternoon and am so looking forward to spending the holiday weekend with family and friends.

Wishing you and yours happy weekend and a blessed Easter!

Thanks for popping by!

 

 

 

Easter Best

When I was a little girl, my mom always dressed me to the nines for Easter Sunday-pretty dress, white gloves, and of course an Easter bonnet.  And while I don’t bust out gloves or a new bonnet for Easter Sunday anymore, it is still ingrained in me to get dressed up for the occasion.  And what better outfit for Easter Sunday than a candy colored sweater and pretty floral skirt?

IMG_5342 IMG_5330 IMG_5332 IMG_5351 IMG_5336 IMG_5340 IMG_5354

IMG_5337

IMG_5357

Instagram Filter: Amaro

Sweater: JCrew (LOTS of fun colors for Spring!)

Skirt: MADE Fashion Week via Macy’s

Necklaces: Stella & Dot, JCrew (sold out) similar

Bracelets: Kate Spade (back in stock AND on sale!), Stella & Dot

Watch: Michael Kors (old), LOVE this one

Sunnies: Karen Walker 

Clutch: Coach (on sale!), similar

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

Lips: Pink Nouveau by MAC

I am heading out of town for work again today.  Never a dull moment it seems.  But I will be so happy to come home to family in town for the Easter weekend!

Happy (almost) weekend!