Back-To-School

- outfit details -
tank || Gap Outlet (recent clearance)
top || Target
pants || Macy's
sneakers || Nike (via Ross - recent)
glasses || Forever 21
watch || Target
necklace || Stella & Dot
lip color || MAC "Coral Bliss"

The question we always ask around this time of the year..."WHERE DID THE SUMMER GO?!?" I know, technically we have one more month, but even though I'm an adult and out of college, I still associate the "back-to-school" season as the end of summer vacation. I was inspired to create my own "back-to-school" look today and started with a fun pair of kicks! I'm loving these Nike ones I scored for cheap at Ross over the weekend! Sneakers are a big trend for this fall (and we're not just talking at the gym!), so have fun dressing them up or down this upcoming season!

As always, I'm grateful for my awesome husband who takes such great photos for this blog and makes it fun! You can check out more of his photography here!

Thanks for dropping by! :)

   

Summer Rompin'

- outfit details-
romper || Charlotte Russe
heels || Charlotte Russe (similar)
bag || Francesca's Collections
cuff || Kohls 

The other night, my husband and I were showing his parents all of the photos we took on our cruise last month, and I found myself majorly missing the ocean! This was my first cruise, and I thought it was an absolute blast! We departed from Miami and made stops in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands. Both were beautiful, and Reed and I experienced a fun adventure at each place, which I'll hopefully share more about in future posts!

One of my favorite parts of each day of the cruise was getting dressed up for dinner! Even on the "casual" nights, I couldn't help but dress up a little! Besides, it was like getting to go on a date with Reed every night, and I love dressing up for our dates! :)

Rompers are one of my favorite summer clothing pieces. They're comfortable, chic, and take the guesswork out of coming up with an entire outfit. You can dress them up or down, depending on shoes, accessories, and hair/make-up. I tried to find a happy medium with this look. Because the romper has somewhat of a "loud" print, I kept my hair, make-up, and accessories super simple and neutral.

Thanks for stopping by and stay tuned for more cruise outfit posts! :)

 

Mixing Prints

- outfit details - 
sweater || Target (also styled here)
tee || Target
pants || H&M
booties || Target
bag || Steve Madden (via Ross)
earrings || Stella & Dot
necklace || Forever 21

If you follow my blog regularly, you'll recognize that sweater from this post last month. I've found myself reaching for it A LOT over the past couple weeks! It's comfortable, a great layering piece (I love both the longer length & the lightweight material), has a fun print that surprisingly can be styled many ways, etc. Usually when putting an outfit together, I take a "classic" approach, however I was feeling a bit eclectic with this particular outfit and was happy with the final result. The blue tee and green earrings provide great pops of color against the neutral grays, and the unexpected pairing of "tribal" print with leopard print surprisingly just works (at least to me! lol).

I've always considered leopard print to be a neutral in terms of color, but as of late, I'm also considering it to be as neutral of a print as stripes. Keep in mind that mixing prints has a lot to do with proportions - I think part of the reason the prints in this particular outfit work together is because the leopard print is kept to a minimum in being restricted to the shoe area, while the tribal print covers the focal point of the outfit, the sweater. Plus, there's a solid color pant giving some space between the two prints which prevents the mixing of the prints from looking chaotic!

Which particular prints do YOU like pairing together? Have any suggestions on a pairing I should try? I'd love to hear your thoughts!

Thanks for stopping by! :)

Leopard Love

- outfit details -

blazer || Target* (recent)
top || Target (older)
pants || Target (older)
heels || Charlotte Russe
necklace || Target (recent clearance)
clutch || Francesca's Collections (older)
rings || Forever 21
sunglasses || Target (recent)

Yet another post showcasing my love for Target. I wasn't kidding when I said their fall line is amazing! I spotted (no pun intended) this blazer a few weeks ago and knew it would be another great staple in my fall wardrobe. Though a seemingly bold piece at first glance, I actually find this lightweight leopard blazer to be very versatile. I look forward to styling it in a variety of ways utilizing varying color schemes. (*For some reason I couldn't find the link for this blazer on Target's website - not sure if they've already sold out? I have, however, still seen it in-store the last few times I've been over the past couple of weeks.)

Ironically, incorporating new Target pieces into my fall wardrobe has reminded me of previous Target pieces I've acquired over the past year or two that have become proven staples in my overall wardrobe (the black top and cobalt pants from the outfit above). Once a Target girl, always a Target girl! 

 Thanks for reading! :) 

Red, Black & Blue

- outfit details - 

top || Target
pants || Target (older)
heels || Charlotte Russe
clutch || Francesca's Collections (older)
earrings || Kohl's
cuff || Kohl's
lips || MAC "Ruby Woo"

My love for Target continues! When I came across this cobalt tunic-style top, I knew it would be another staple in my fall wardrobe (also available in black and white). Cobalt is on trend for this fall and universally flattering; the tunic-style can work with both jeans/pants or leggings.

Also, I've been on the hunt for a pair of ankle-strap heels and was excited to find both an affordable and stylish pair at Charlotte Russe recently. I like this pair because it will work well for fall/winter because of the pointed, closed toe. I like the open-toe version of this heel as well (throughout the summer I've seen that style on many of the blogs I follow), but I will most likely wait until spring before I incorporate that particular style into my outfits. (I'm a fan of practicality and timing when it comes to adding to my wardrobe!)

style tip || Match shoe color, lip color & nail color to create an overall polished look!

Have a lovely weekend! Thanks for reading!

Peplum & Polka Dots

top || Target
shorts || Target (older)
heels || Charlotte Russe
clutch || Francesca's Collections
sunglasses || Target
statement ring || Dillard's
watch || Michael Kors
lips || MAC "Ruby Woo"

Here's some "peplum & polka dot" inspiration for Labor Day! I hope everyone can enjoy a relaxing day off! Oh, and if you're looking to add some fashionable pieces at affordable prices to your fall wardrobe, I highly recommend checking out Target. I'm SUPER impressed with their fall line right now.

Thanks for reading!