Coral Crush

Sometimes I find that daytime events can be a bit tricky to dress for.  So when I had the chance to celebrate with my sister-in-law at her baby shower while we were on vacation a couple of weeks ago, I was feeling a bit stumped as to what to wear.  I knew I wanted to wear my new chiffon skirt from the Merle Norman store in Draper (see this post), but it felt a little dressy for a daytime event.  So after tearing through everything in my suitcase, I settled on a bright coral t-shirt tank (tied in a knot to tone things down a notch), and of course went with my all-time favorite tried-and-true neon coral pumps, and gold accessories.  And to be honest?  I LOVE the way this outfit turned out and think it would be the perfect choice for a plethora of occasions-day or night.

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Skirt: Merle Norman (in Draper, Utah), similarsimilar, similarsimilar | T-Shirt Tank: Victoria’s Secret Pink (the BEST tanks ever!) | Tassel Necklace: Stella & Dot | Bracelet: Stella & Dot (old), similar | Sunnies: Karen walker, similar (under $10!) | Clutch: Clare Vivier, loving her new Fall Collection | Pumps: Marc Fisher (old), similar, similar

Hope you guys had a great weekend!  Thank you so much for stopping by!

Fire In the Sky

Happy Friday everyone!  Remember how I said earlier in the week that I lost all of the outfit photos I had taken while we were on vacation?  Well thanks to my hubby, I was able to salvage the photos from one outfit. And while I am still sad about the others, one, is certainly better than none!  So with that said, I have to tell you guys that I am obsessed with this JCrew top.  I had been eyeing it for quite some time and immediately snatched it up when it went on sale.  The cute embroidered print reminds me of a pink and white Easter dress that I had when I was a little girl, and you all know how much I LOVE neon yellow-a little nostalgia and my favorite pop of color all rolled into one!  Plus, it’s a great statement top that can be easily dressed up or down.  And when the heat index is high, in my closet, easy, breezy, fun tops like these rule!

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Top: JCrew (on sale-plus get an extra 40% off wth code: SHOPMORE) | Skinnies: 7 For All Mankind (my faves!) | Necklace: Stella & Dot | Bracelet: Lucky Brand (clearly I am obsessed with this cuff-it’s the BEST!), similar, similar | Watch: Michael Kors | Sunnies: Karen Walker, under $10 version | Bag: Steve Madden (old), similarsimilar, similar | Wedges: Sole Society (SOOOOOOO comfy!!)

I’m sure you can tell from the photos, but it was really, really windy when we snapped these pics.  And while normally I would have just waited a day for better weather, the sky was so incredible that I just couldn’t pass up such a gorgeous back drop.  So please don’t mind the wind blown hair!

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

Think Pink

Quick (late!) post coming to you guys today.  This was actually a recent outfit that I wore to work and I just had to share because I am loving bubble gum pink so much this summer.  It is a fantastic, versatile color and of course pairs perfectly back to black skinnies and nude pumps with a pop of leopard!

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Blouse: Express (sleeveless version of my favorite Portofino shirt!) | Skinnies: Gap (LOVE these AND they’re on sale!!!) | Necklaces: Stella & Dot (also comes in silver!), House of Harlow | Watch: Michael Kors | Bag: Michael Kors Selma | Sunnies: Karen Walker | Pumps: Dolce Vita  (in love)

Thank you guys so much for stopping by!  I am so excited to be heading to Bozeman, Montana (I used to live there!) this afternoon to celebrate the wedding of two very dear friends this weekend.  And then we are off to spend the 4th of July in Red Lodge.  It is going to be a crazy long road trip, but I seriously can’t wait!

Happy Thursday!

 

 

 

White Out

I love white bags and have been wanting to add one to my collection for quite some time.  And while I only had three specific features I knew the bag had to have (saffiano leather, gold hardware, and a structured shape), I had a really hard time finding just the right one.  Well thank goodness for Rebecca Minkoff and her huge spring sample sale coinciding with my birthday this year!  I was able to snatch up the Avery tote which is not only gorgeous (and one of my favorite RM bags EVER), but it also met all of my white bag requirements.  AND the icing on top of the cake?  I was able to get it for less than half of the regular retail price!  My favorite kind of purchase!

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Top: Express (LOVE it!) | Jeans: 7 for all mankind, similar, similar | Necklace: Stella & Dot (older style), similar, similar | Cuff: Lucky Brand | Love Bracelet: Forever21, similar, similar | Ring: KiraKira | Watch: Michael Kors | Sunnies: Ray-ban | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff: Large version (like mine), smaller version, LOVE this white bag, and this one too |  Heels: Sole Society (sold out), new version (and they under $70!)

Starting today, I am going to be on the road for the next two weeks (one week for work, and the other for a wedding and mini vacay), so be sure to follow me on Instagram to keep up with all of our crazy adventures, and to get your daily outfit fix.

Thank you so much for stopping by!

 

 

 

Back To Basics

Sometimes it’s hard to beat a basic tee back to boyfriend jeans. In fact, it’s one of my favorite go-to looks.  It’s also a super easy outfit to take from day to night- just add a fab pair of heels and some statement jewelry, and you’re off!  Easy as one, two, three!

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Tee: Express (obsessed!) | Boyfriend Jeans: American Eagle | Necklace: Stella & Dot (old), similar | Cuff: Lucky Brand, LOVE this one | Watch: Michael Kors | Sunnies: Rayban | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff | Heels: Dolce Vita

Wishing you all a wonderful Tuesday!

Muah!

Black And White

Black And White
Hat | Dress | Earrings | White Bag (on sale!!!) | Clutch | Color Block Heels | Bikini: top, bottom (both on sale!)) | Necklace (I have the white version and am obsessed!) | Zip Heels (most comfortable shoes ever, LOVE them and they are under $100!) | Shorts
I am LOVING the black and white trend right now.  Not only is it incredibly chic, but it feels so fresh and so crisp for the summer season.  And so today, I wanted to share with you a few of my favorite black and white items!  Happy Friday!!

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!

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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!

 

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…

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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!

 

 

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?

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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!