Friday Fancies: Red, White & Blue + Lotus Blossom Design Giveaway

With the fourth of July just a week a way I thought it would be fun to share some things on my shopping list in the form of outfits inspired by the BBQ and fireworks filled holiday. It maybe the sorority girl in me, but I love dressing up for events and holidays. So the fourth is no exception, plus preppy styles are my favorite and this holiday just screams prepster.

Outfit 1:

Necklace: J. Crew | Top: J. Crew Factory | Shorts: Gap | Shoes: Zara

Outfit 2: 

Necklace: Bauble Bar [waitlisted] | Top: Forever 21 | Skirt: J. Crew Factory | Shoes: J. Crew

Outfit 3: 

Necklace: Bauble Bar [backordered] | Top: Forever 21 | Shorts: ASOS | Shoes: Target

Now on to the fun part!

My gal pals over at a Lotus Blossom Design have recently created a fabulous floral bangle that was inspired by my style. I'm sure you all have seen me sporting this beauty around. Well now you all have a chance to win this pretty piece to add to your own jewelry collection. [Use the Rafflecopter below to enter.]

Worn most recently here:

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Good Luck! And have a wonderful sunshiny weekend!

Linking with: Aloha Friday | Whatever Whenever Wednesday

Two-fer Tuesday: Neon Mini

So as of this week, I wanted to devote Tuesday's to sharing how to style one piece two ways. I always love how just changing a few accessories can completely transform your look. Which is why fashion is so amazing. 

This week, I want to show you how I would style J. Crew's Embroidered Neon Postage Stamp Mini. I've had my eyes on this skirt since it came out.

Nail Polish: Essie in Marshmallow | Necklace: Bauble Bar | Shoes: Sam & Libby for Target | Top: J. Crew [sold out online, on sale in stores] | Skirt: J. Crew | Sunnies: Ray-Ban Aviators | Bracelet: Lotus Blossom Design | Bag: Target

Sunnies: Vince Camuto | Necklace: Bauble Bar | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff | Top: Glamzelle | Skirt: J. Crew | Bracelets: C. Wonder, Stella & Dot | Shoes: Zara

Don't you just love this skirt?

What I Wore: Spring Signature Look

I hope you all had a great weekend. I wanted to start the week off with what has become my signature Spring look, unbeknownst to me, until I sat down and looked at my recent outfit pictures. I've pretty much been pulling out every skirt  in my closet lately and pairing it with a comfy tee. It's such an effortless look that works for just about every occasion from lunch dates to playdates and definitely day long shopping trips. 

As a mom on the go, I love looks that are easy to wear but look pulled together. And I think this combination is right on the mark. I feel like I can easily get down and play with the girls yet still go out and have a nice lunch with a girlfriend. Which I actually happened to do, well attempted to do. Lunch ended quite abruptly when our kids decided to climb up on the booth behind us. Ha! Life with toddlers. We quickly boxed our lunches, got our checks and left before those crazy kiddos decided to do something even crazier.

Back to the topic at hand. Another reason I love this combo, is how easy a switcheroo of the shoes can totally change the vibe of this outfit. It's such a simple and versatile look that I think works for any day and looks great. 

Outfit Details:

Top: Unknown via Marshalls | Skirt: Madewell [old, similar here] | Shoes: Jessica Simpson [old, similar here] | Necklace: BaubleBar | Bracelets: ILY Couture and Stella & Dot | Sunnies: House of Harlow [same here]

I really hope this gorgeous weather continues because it seriously makes getting dressed so much easier. I'm a warm weather kinda girl. Getting myself dressed when it's nice out is always easier for some reason and I spend less time staring in my closet pondering what to wear.

What is your Spring go-to look?

Friday Fancies: The Statement Necklace

If you haven't already noticed, I'm a huge fan of the statement necklace. I feel that a fabulous necklace can totally change an outfit and even make you feel a little more fabulous. 

There's a statement necklace out there for just about every outfit and style. One of my favorite ways to wear them, is to pair it with a simple tee and jeans. It's an easy way to give a simple look pizzazz or to a add that last touch of sparkle for a night out.  Here are some of the ones I'm currently craving.

1. Luxe Craving $36 | 2. Hello Fab $28.99 | 3. Bauble Bop $22 | 4. Bauble Bar $42 | 5. J. Crew $148 | 6. Forever 21 $24.80 | 7. J. Crew Factory $52.50 [last worn here] | 8. ASOS $67.82 | 9. Kate Spade $278

What I Wore: Polka Dots & Sequins

This past weekend, my sister turned 21. I decided it would be fun to take her out to one of the many wineries in town. We're lucky enough to live just minutes away from dozens of wineries, yet I hardly ever make it out to them. So it was a nice little sisterly bonding time. 

Coincidentally,  I was dressed for President's Day, wearing red, white, and blue. And it wasn't until I got home that the Hubs pointed this out to me. Oh well, I always love a good theme, must be the sorority girl in me.

What I'm Wearing:

Shirt: Old Navy [N/A online, still in stores or similar here] | Shell: J. Crew [black still available here] | Pants: American Eagle [old, similar here] | Shoes: Calvin Klein via Marshalls [similar here] | Clutch: Marc by Marc Jacobs, Neiman Marcus Collection by Target | Necklaces: Bauble Bar [same here, last seen here] & Hello Fab | Bracelets: GroopDealz and Stella & Dot | Sunnies: Vince Camuto [same here]

What I Wore: Valentine's Day Inspired Look pt 1

With Valentine's day is just around the corner, I wanted to keep in the theme and share a week of Valentine's day inspired looks.

As a SAHM, I don't always have someone around to take outfit pics of me, especially on Mondays. We've usually got a busy morning schedule filled with dance class and the weekly errands. So I resorted to taking a few iphone pics and a little collage of my outfit today. I promise to update if I'm able to get better pictures.

Vest: Steve Madden Faux Fur Vest [similar here] | Top: J. Crew [old, similar here or check out J. Crew Factory's versions here] | Jeans: American Eagle Skinnies [similar here] | Shoes: Tory Burch Reva flats [same here] | Necklace: BaubleBar [buy here] | Bracelets: ILY Couture, Stella & Dot, Kate Spade | Watch: Michael Kors [same here]

XO,