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FALL FASHION POST! HOW TO LOOK GOOD, BE COMFORTABLE, AND NOT BREAK THE BANK!

September 14, 2016 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

We are starting to slowly but surely starting to get chillier days here in the midwest, and that means that I’ve started wearing some of my favorite fall pieces again. I love clothes and I love fashion, but I’m also very realistic about my fashion choices because I am a mom of little kids and whatever I wear on a daily basis needs to withstand a lot! I need a wardrobe that is fashionable, affordable, and comfortable *without* looking frumpy! Whether you’re a mom like me who needs clothes that can go from the store to the park and maybe, just maybe, out to eat, or you’re just settling into your career and you haven’t quite made it to your dream clothing budget I want to share my favorite places to buy clothes!

HOW I SHOP:

I like to have a mix of high quality never-go-out-of-style pieces and trendy pieces. My style is classic and I love girly details. I like to throw in more trendy and edgy pieces that I’m drawn to, but I don’t wear every trend that comes down the runway. I often mix and match high end things, and very budget friendly things. I think that if you truly only buy pieces that you LOVE, you can make a $20 pair of boots look like a $200 pair and you can feel like a million dollars without going into debt. I try to buy things that are easy to wash at home and that I am comfortable wearing, but I definitely like dressier things for the rare occasions that I do get to go all-out. And, I would always rather be slightly “overdressed” than underdressed.

WHERE I SHOP:

Basics:

Classic:

Trendy:

Dottie Couture Boutique

Boots:

Dresses:

NEED A LITTLE INSPIRATION?:

I post outfits on my Instagram account and if you tap the picture once I always link all of the outfit details! If you tap the picture twice you “love” the picture and that makes me happy, too ; )

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I hope that you enjoyed this post! If you would like to see a fall look book or outfit inspiration post or where I find my jewelry and accessories, please let me know and I will definitely do it. And let me know you’re favorite websites or stores to shop for clothes in the comments! I would love to get more ideas : ) If you liked this post please don’t forget to share it and subscribe!!

A FEW FALL FAVORITES

September 14, 2015 & 2 Comments

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you all had a nice weekend! I had a hair appointment smack dab in the middle of my Saturday which made my time with Stephan and the kiddos seem too short, but we still had fun and got a lot done.

Fall is here! I know technically not, but school is back in session and Starbucks has the Pumpkin Spice Latte (with real pumpkin this year!)…so to me, it’s fall ; ) Today I want to share a few of the items I’m loving right now. I love to be cozy and comfortable in the fall, but I still want to look cute and of course keep some sparkle!

J.Crew V Neck Cardigan Sweater with Embellished Pocket

Express Fringe Heel Faux Suede Bootie

J. Crew Crystal Grid Earrings

Sam & Libby for Target Chelsea Metallic Bow Flats

Dottie Couture Love More Box Sign

I would love to know what you’ve been loving for fall! I definitely need to do a big fall clothing, and I’d love some help! I love comments : ) Please subscribe and share!! More subscribers means more fun giveaway opportunities for each of you! xo

Outfit of the Day-Summer/Fall 2014

July 30, 2014 & 2 Comments

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

Summertime is slipping by SO fast this year and I’m already thinking fall clothes…probably because it has been such a chilly summer here! I wanted to share this outfit because I think it’s such an easy transition outfit for summer to fall.

*Note: Big props to my photographer (hubs!) for helping me laugh at myself and taking all of my pictures : )

TOP: Anthropologie

BOTTOMS: Forever 21 (*Similar)

SHOES: J-Crew navy espadrilles (no longer avaliable)

BRACELET: J-Crew Factory (no longer avaliable)

EARRINGS: Bauble Bar (*Similar)

NECKLACES: Bauble Bar (*Similar)

RING: My engagement ring and wedding bands <3

What is YOUR favorite thing to wear as we transition (hopefully slowly!!) into fall? Let me know in the comments below : ) Have a great day!!

What I Wore to the Michigan Girls Blogging and Social Media Meet Up!

July 25, 2014 & 1 Comment

Hi there! Happy FRIDAY!!

I am SO excited for this Friday because we have NO PLANS! My friend and I had tentitive plans, but she also has a *crazy* schedule, and so we agreed to re-schedule for another weekend in a month or so when the craziness of summer is over! If you’re reading this girl, I am going to get ahold of you so we can set a date in stone, because I can’t wait to finally be able to really catch up : ) What are YOU up to this weekend? I would love to hear about it, so let me know in the comments!

Today I thought I would share the outfit that I wore to our michigan girls blogging and social media meet up!

WHAT I WORE:

(please excuse the poor lighting! I had to get the pictures quickly!! xo)

DRESS: J-Crew

I picked it out with the help of Cathy, my J-Crew very personal stylist, who works at the J-Crew in Briarwood Mall in Ann Arbor (she is great! If you’re in the area and interested, call and ask for her!!).

SHOES: Söfft ‘Mena’ Espadrille Wedge in Iris Blue from Nordstrom

BELT: Anthropologie

SUNGLASSES: Anthropologie Marbled Sunglasses

BRACLET: Ell and Emm Giant Koko Cuff in Cream Beige

EARRINGS: Bauble Bar

NAILS: Zoya Nail Polish in Rooney

That’s it! If you’ve enjoyed this post please subscribe so that you will recieve emails when I post something new! Thank you for reading and have a beautiful weekend!!

All About Our Michigan Girls Blogging and Social Media Meet Up!!

July 21, 2014 & 2 Comments

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I am still swooning thinking about how magical this weekend was for me! I got the opportunity to co-host a meet up for bloggers, social media rockstars, and all-around AMAZING women! Lauren, of the fabulous Pearls and Pastries Shop, asked me to help her organize a meet up and we made it a reality! I am *so proud* of that! Lauren and I met on Instagram ourselves, tried and failed to meet up before (hey, life gets so crazy!!), but we had only talked via phone, text, and email before this weekend! The room was filled with so many talented girls, and I feel so blessed to be to have spent a lovely afternoon mingling with them : ) I will stop myself before I gush on and just share some pictures ; )

I hope that you enjoyed seeing these pictures!! I am still on cloud nine! Lauren and I got dinner afterwards and were already chatting about next year!!! We want it to be bigger, better, and just as sparkly!!

Summer Jewelry Musts and Lusts!

June 11, 2014 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Wednesday!

I *LOVE* pretty jewels and summertime is a great time to show it off! Today I want to share some of my favorite websites for getting jewelry, a picture of some of my favorites from my own collection, and some of the items I am lusting after : )

MY GO TO JEWELRY WEBSITES:

A PICTURE OF SOME OF MY FAVORITE MUSTS FOR SUMMER:

A FEW OF THE THINGS I AM LUSTING AFTER THIS SUMMER:

How gorgeous is this Bauble Bar bib necklace? I am DROOLING over the colors!

I love love love this monogram necklace in the clear with glitter also from Bauble Bar : )

I am missing out on all the gorgeous statement earrings like these from Bauble Bar because I usually just wear studs around my kiddos ; )

This hi-lo necklace from Express is so different and I adore the semi precious stone!!

How pretty are these tassel braclets from dAnnonEtsy on Etsy?!

I love the details on this Marc Alary for J.Crew braclet! SOOOO gorg!

I love these birthstone bracelets from Alex and Ani : )

Okay, I hope you enjoyed this quick little post! Now, I want to hear from YOU! Where do you like to shop for jewlery? I am always interested to hear about great places to find gorgeous things ; ) Let me know by commenting (click the link by the title of this post) and please remember to subscribe to keep youself up-to-date on my blog posts! Have a wonderful “hump” day!!

My Experience with a J.Crew “Very Personal Stylist”

May 19, 2014 & 6 Comments

Hi There! Happy Monday!

About a month ago a friend from college, who now works for J.Crew, contacted me after seeing my blog to tell me about the J.Crew “Very Personal Stylist” program because she thought I might be interested in blogging about it. I have loved J.Crew for a long time, and that love only seems to grow stronger, but I never knew that they had a personal stylist program at all! Have you ever tried the Very Personal Stylist program at J.Crew? Have you used a personal shopping or styling service anywhere? I would love to hear about it! Let me know by commenting (click the link by the title of this post)!

The Basics:

I contacted my closest (not close enough!) J.Crew and set up an appointment to meet with a stylist. You can contact them by phone, email, or an online form. I told them that I was going to be blogging about my experience, but ANYBODY who wants to can set up an appointment. You can go in looking for a dress for a special occasion, a whole new wardrobe, or take in a favorite pair of pants in search of the perfect matching blouse. It is *competely free* of charge to use a personal stylist, and the stylists work off of comission.

The Day of the Appointment:

The day of the appointment I got a phone call from the personal stylist I would be working with, Cathy, who asked me if I would like a coffee or tea during our appointment, and confirmed the appointment time. I arrived with my photographer (hubs!) and met up with my personal stylist for the day! Then we walked the store with Cathy showing her things that I was drawn to, things I didn’t like, what styles I was looking for, and what I thought my sizes were. Cathy also pulled items that I didn’t pick out, which I liked, and she also would tell me what she liked to pair with different items (super helpful!). She was very honest about items that she didn’t like the way they fit people, and also encouraged me to shop the clearance section! My dressing room was reserved at the end of the dressing room area, and a very large room that fit my husband and myself comfortably. My Starbucks iced tea and (surprise!) Godiva chocolates were waiting in the room. I spent about an hour trying on clothes. Cathy was very attentive if I needed a different size, wanting to find something to corrdiante an outfit, or take items that I didn’t want. I didn’t feel pressured to spend a certain amount of money or bothered in any other way. I ended up with a nice range of items, both full price and clearance, and had a fantastic time! I bought quite a lot for one shopping trip, but I really needed some things. It was less stressful than doing such a big shopping haul alone, and much more enjoyable to shop with a stylist. Before I left she gave me her card, told me to contact her anytime, and she helped me check out. I had such a great experience, and feel like I already have such a nice relationship with Cathy. I know that I will email or call her if I am on the hunt for something or just want to go in to do a little wardrobe refreshing.

The Experience in Pictures:

What I bought:

Matelassé Sheath Dress

Vintage Cotton Stripe Sleeve Scoopneck Tee

Stripe Muscle Tank

Perfect Shirt in Honeypie Print

Long-Sleeve Painter Tee

Pixie Pant

Sunburst Skirt

Flower Fan Necklace

Outfits Styled From What I Bought and My Own Closet:

I hope that this post was helpful to those of you may be interested in making an appointment with a J.Crew Very Personal Stylist! If you have any questions or comments, please let me know by commenting or finding me on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Thank you for taking time out of your busy day to read this and if you enjoyed this post, please subscribe! Have a great day!!

INEXPENSIVE SPRING/SUMMER OUTFIT IDEAS AND STYLING PART ONE!

May 12, 2014 & 1 Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

Happy Belated Mother’s Day to all of the moms out there! And if you aren’t a mom, I hope that you got to enjoy the day celebrating your own mom or other women who are an important part of your life! I didn’t get to see my mom, but I was sending love her way! Happy Mother’s Day, mom! I love you! I had a sweet day with my little loves and my big love! We slept in (you know, 8:30! haha), went to church, spent a little time outside with my in-laws, and ordered out for dinner! My kids just happened to know two pieces that I wanted for my gallery wall (thanks to my husband, Steph, for helping with the gifts ; ) ) I am a very lucky mom and wife!

Today I want to share Part One of my two-part Inexpensive Spring/Summer Outfit Ideas and Styling. I want to apologize now before you get to the pictures….it looks like autumn not spring, but that’s the weather we have had lately! Luckily, it seems to finally be warming up, so hopefully the next time I do an outfit post outside, it will look a little happier and brighter! These are simple, affordable outfits that are comfortable and easy to throw together, but still stylish!

Outfit #1

Dress: Forever 21

Belt: Target

Shoes: Target

Necklace: J. Crew (*Similar)

Earrings: Bauble Bar (*Similar)

Outfit #2

Romper: Target

Sweater: Forever 21(*similar)

Shoes: Jessica Simpson Collection(*Similar)

Necklace: J. Crew

Earrings: Bauble Bar(*Similar)

I hope that you enjoyed this post! Where do you like to shop for affordable clothes? Is there a certain trend or style you are excited about for spring or summer? Let me know by commenting (click the link by the title of this post) or find me on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Part Two of this series will go up Wednesday. Don’t forget to subscribe and have a wonderful week!