fashion, food, fitness + a dose of sarcastic gossip
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and one pair that is a splurge, but they are just GORGEOUS.
// BLUE BOW SATIN LOAFERS //
of course…. you could always go the ugly, furry, and expensive route too with your mule selection.
I hope you all had a great Labor Day Weekend! I still can’t believe it is September!?
My weekend was so nice and relaxing; I had time with my family, lots of vino with girlfriends at Barcelona, slept late every day, squeezed in some fitness classes, and got the house back in order. It was the low-key couple of days I desperately needed after so many busy weekends the past few weeks. Plus, I finally got to see Kip for the first time in a week last night! He was traveling all last week on the West coast for work and had to fly straight to Austin for a Bachelor weekend, so we got to cook dinner and hung on the porch last night just relaxing. I baked us some ah-mazing (and clean!) peanut butter blondies that you may have seen on instastories, so I’ll share that recipe soon!
Today I wanted to share a dress that I fell in love with the minute I saw it! The color blue is so pretty, the dress is lightweight and has great movement to it, and I love the high neckline. The bow-tie detail in the back gives the extra bit of feminine touch, as does the ruffle hem.
This dress is so versatile you’d be able to wear it to anything from rehearsal dinners + weddings, nights out with friends, showers, church, to the office and more.
At the lake last weekend, I wore this out to dinner with simple pearl studs and sandals,
but it can just as easily be dressed up with heels and statement earrings.
Outfit Details : RUFFLE HEM DRESS runs true to size, I am in size small
SILVER FLORAL STATEMENT EARRINGS // SUEDE CORK HEEL SANDALS (similar)
KATE SPADE FITNESS TRACKER BANGLE
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25 more dresses in similar styles below!
Labor Day Sales are Here!
and they are goooood.
A round up of some of my favorites below :
:: Nordstrom Summer Sale ::
up to 40% off through September 10
so much goodness – I’ll work on narrowing this down in a post for you tomorrow!
clothing // shoes // handbags // sunglasses // home
:: Anthropologie ::
extra 40% off sale
double strap swimsuit // striped shirtdress // statement necklace
:: LOFT ::
40% off full price + extra 50% off sale
faux suede skirt // fit + flare sweater dress // infinity scarf // gingham bell sleeve top
:: Bauble Bar ::
extra 20% off, sale up to 80% off
ball drop earrings // bracelet set // asymmetrical letter necklace (I have and love!) // fringe pendant
:: Gap ::
Up to 50% off Everything + 20% off your purchase
boat neck ruffle pullover // mid rise skinny jeans // knot back tee // black bodysuit + striped bodysuit
:: Ann Taylor ::
50% off site wide + extra 50% off of sale
striped flutter sleeve tee // suede booties // jersey side drape dress // striped bow back high neck top
:: Old Navy ::
All Jeans, dresses, and tees 50% off & 20 % off your order
jersey swing dress // lace swim kaftan // cinched waist floral dress
:: Banana Republic ::
40% off Everything
ruffle sleeve pullover // long lace up cardigan // tee with striped ruffle sleeve
:: Nordstrom Rack ::
Extra 25% off of clearance
zella workout tank // one shoulder dress // linen dress // zella graphic tank
:: Tory Burch ::
Up to 60% off end of summer sale
striped miller sandals – all sizes // leather shoulder bag // center zip brown leather tote // leather cross body
HAPPY SUNDAY!
Hope you’re all enjoying your long weekend!
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Similar to how I will still wear white after Labor Day, especially living in the South where warm weather isn’t going anywhere, I will continue to don some denim skirts!
There’s a style for everywhere, wether you want more preppy or polished, short or long, distressed or dressy.
and while we’re bringing back my memories of my years in my Abercombie and Fitch skirts, perhaps we can bring back the music of LFO and some teeny boppers.
I could always go for a little “Summer Girls” ……
ONE // TWO under $100 // THREE // FOUR // FIVE under $100
ONE under $100 // TWO // THREE // FOUR under $100 // FIVE
ONE // TWO // THREE under $100 // FOUR under $100 // FIVE
ONE // TWO // THREE under $100 // FOUR // FIVE // SIX under $100
I love dresses with an illusion neckline (like this dress that I wore!) And nothing is more flattering than a fit and flare shape. This would be a great LBD to add to any closet, and it doesn’t break the bank.
// ILLUSION NECK DRESS //
I have found my new bootie lust for fall.
These are Cole Haan’s so I’m assuming they’ll be as heavenly & comfortable as their shoes always are!
// STACKED HEEL SUEDE BOOTIES //
This Chanel-esque quilted cross-body bag is a classic you can wear for years and years.
It comes in 5 great fall colors too!
I I// QUILTED TORY BURCH BAG //
I also love the larger quilted tote that comes in several colors, especially this pretty green.
// LARGE QUILTED TOTE //
Now this is how you do a turtleneck! With a button up neck that can be opened or closed.
// BUTTON NECK MOCK TURTLENECK //
I love, love this dress. This would be perfect for fall and winter occasions. I adore the tie at the back of the neck and the ruffled sleeve and hem!
I’m adding this to my rehearsal dinner options list for my friends wedding!
// BELL SLEEVE DRESS //
My stripe lust of the week!! Cutest dress ever.
// STRIPED ONE SHOULDER DRESS //
I’m so glad that Denim Skirts are making a huge comeback.
I can see my freshman year of college self in her cut off Abercrombie skirt celebrating!
// SPLIT HEM DENIM SKIRT //
I love how different this striped tee is with the pink stripes and the contrasting navy collar.
I’ve been venturing outside of my basic black leggings into more “fun pants” and these are super flattering with the panel placement and I love the high waist.
// HIGH WAIST CAPRIS //
This cap sleeve lace top is a great option to dress up or down,
and I like the slightly longer length of the flutter pleated hem.
// LACE FLUTTER HEM TOP //
:: A FEW PERSONAL FAVORITES ::
A few of my favorites I own that are on sale or back in stock!
My favorite dress from the Nordstrom Sale is back in almost every size!
// BUTTON BACK PRINTED DRESS //
Restock Alert! This shirt has been a huge favorite an a great go to! Snag it while it’s back in all colors!
// LUSH RAW EDGE SIDE SLIT TEE //
I ordered this striped dress, which looks completely different than the image online (which is strange?) but I love it so much. I was going to share it on Friday, but it’s selling quickly so wanted to share now!
// STRIPED DRESS // – You can see it looks very different than what they show online below
// STRIPED DRESS // it will arrive looking like mine, not like this one above!
My favorite striped Tory Burch sandals are currently 40% off!
The sizes keep coming and going, but they’ve been re-stocking the past two days!
// STRIPED MILLER FLIP FLOPS // 40 % off – they keep re-stocking sizes!
:: OLD NAVY SALE ::
One of my favorite stores Old Navy (aka Old Faithful) has 40% off EVERYTHING site wide, even new arrivals, until the end of the day today!
My favorite Sweatshirt for Lake + Beach Weekends and cool Summer nights is back, and even cuter than the one that I have.
It is SO soft and plush. I’ve worn it all this summer and last summer.
// HELLO THERE SWEATSHIRT //
runs slight large, so if you want a slightly loose sweatshirt order your regular size!
Football Fan ? They have NFL Tees for all the teams just in time for Football Season!
My favorite thing to do during these big sales is stock up on some workout clothes for dirt cheap!
If you like the mesh legging trend, like the adorable but pricier pair above, here’s a way to get the look for WAY less.
// MESH INSET LEGGINGS //
I have this pair of green leggings with little mesh inserts and not bragging buuuut……
I get complimented on them every time I wear them. They come in 4 colors and run TTS!
// MESH INSERT COMPRESSION LEGGING // // AVAILABLE IN ALL SIZES IN BLACK //
And the open back tanks are my absolute favorite! Definitely something to stock up on !
// OPEN BACK TANKS //
HAPPY SHOPPING !!!
Don’t forget : Part III of the Beverly Hills Reunion airs tonight!!
Hope you all had a great weekend + Monday!
I took a long weekend away from my laptop and it was a nice chance! We went to Lake Keowee with friends, spent some time with Kip before he gears up for more traveling, and helped with some last minute things for the screened in porch. Our summer has been go-go-go, and although I love the chaos and don’t want summer to end, I am excited for some more time at home.
Our screened in porch is almost finished! I shared a sneak peek on instagram yesterday.
We moved the furniture out to see how we want to arrange it on Sunday night, and other than a few minor things and getting the TV hooked up, it is ready to go! I can’t wait to share more of it – the fireplace turned out so great. Kip has spent the last two nights sitting out there. I can already tell he is going to claim it as “his space”! I can’t blame him though!
:: A BLOUSE TO WEAR NOW AND LATER ::
We finally had a taste of slightly cooler temperatures yesterday, so I thought it was the perfect time to share some more fall/transitional pieces.
This blouse (that comes in solid colors as well as this print and floral prints) is perfect to wear now as summer ends, and will also transition all the way through fall. I first spotted this top during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale and it kept selling out immediately. I finally got my hands on just this print, but since then they have restocked all the styles in all sizes!
It is super lightweight and has the perfect amount of volume in the sleeves without being too much. Plus, the price is a steal! When it came back in stock, I snagged it in the black floral print as well as the solid black since I know it will get so much wear. I plan to wear it with dark wash jeans and OTK boots and booties when the weather cools off, or even my leather leggings. And the other colors and prints in this top would look great with white jeans now!
………..annnnnd being attacked by mosquitos
(they seriously haven’t stopped this summer!)
// POLKA DOT RUFFLED SLEEVE BLOUSE // JEANS // SANDALS // EARRINGS //
FYI for sizing : The top runs slightly short in the torso, but if you do go up in size, the sleeves will be a little more flowy! I recommend staying True To Size.
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I never ended up posting my link love for the weekend before heading to the lake,
so I thought I would share that today!
I know this is usually saved for Friday’s, but maybe it will feel like it’s almost the weekend already….. almost…..
:: FASHION FINDS ::
Some floral prints can be too overwhelming, but this lady like dress with button front + tie waist is perfectly soft and graceful.
This Y-Back camisole is the definition of simple + sexy, and the perfect go-to with jeans; all for only $38 and in 3 colors!
The ladder-stiched waist of this dress is the perfect detail, and the print and style make it a great dress to wear now and also transition into fall.
I love the long side ties and keyhole bak on this striped blouse.
Get holiday ready with this perfect foiled pleat skirt.
and I am obsessed with this pleated yellow skirt for now!
The soft heather grey color of this under $100 dress gets amped up with the interesting fabric and flattering cut!
Navy & White Stripes + Bow Backs + Bell Sleeves = Yes Please.
This floral print maxi dress would be great for a fall party or wedding.
On the hunt for something different for a fall handbag? This is a perfect staple!
Raw hem jeans are all the rage right now, and both of these colors are perfect for fall.
This jersey skirt is a fun statement piece with the asymmetrical hem + pop of color.
I have lived in my mixed media plaid top for the past two years, and this sweater in 3 colors is a perfect price and has a fun zippered back detail.
Pink + Scallops + Fit and Flare are all elements that make for a perfect summer party dress.
With a name like “The Great” Sailor Tee, how could you go wrong?
A colder temp necessity: a thin, flattering lightweight puffer coat. This one is under $100 too! This is way cuter than the North Face I lived in for 8 winters!
If you’re ready to find your winter coat early like I always did in Chicago, I also love this maxi wrap coat in 3 colors.
The long sleeves on this striped dress make it perfect for transitioning from summer to fall.
:: LINK LOVE ::
Whole Paycheck no more? Amazon slashed prices it’s first day at Whole Foods.
12 Genius Travel Accessories you can buy on Amazon. Some of these are pretty aazing!
Most Bingeworthy Shows on Netflix. Is twin peaks worth watching? I ask this knowing I do not have time to binge another show…. but stll… my list keeps growing.
Yolanda is coming out with a book, and opens up about David.
I have no idea who this person Sarah Stage is, but I’ve never seen a fit pregnant woman with abs like this in my life!
In case you missed it,, I I updated Coffee Talk when a reader sent a link of the Dallas House Stephanie and Travis bought.
I’m not for nips showing, but I if you read regularly, you know that clothes I am able to go braless in (in an incognito manner) is my favorite. Apparently braless is a trend – although these are much more revealing than I would ever do.
