Best "Flats" Scenario

Jacket: Forever 21 (similar) 
Top: Target
Jeans: H&M
Scarf: H&M
Bag: H&M
Flats: Charlotte Russe
Arm Candy: Nordstrom (spikes, squares)
Watch: Michael Kors
Sunnies: Betsey Johnson

As much as I love wearing high heels, I've had a little bit of a reality check lately with my back bothering me. I've heard that wearing heels on a regular basis can have a negative affect on your back, so I'm scaling down a bit (I could never give up my heels for good though! ;) ). 

It's rare that I find a pair of flats that I truly love, but after finding a cute ankle-strap pair at Charlotte Russe a couple months ago, I'm more optimistic about incorporating flats into my wardrobe! Because of the neutral color and black trim, this pair is easy to style with a variety of outfits. 

I'm getting spoiled with these great photos by my fiancé! He's so sweet to help me out! :) 

Happy Monday!

- Lael

high note: Fash Boulevard Feature

I was so pleasantly surprised to see my feature on Fash Boulevard's blog yesterday! I've been following Anna James for several months now after seeing her regular posts on laurenconrad.com. She has incredible style! Recently, she invited bloggers to submit a photo of an outfit incorporating the color mustard. I instantly thought of this post I had written a few weeks ago. Because of the immense popularity of her blog, I honestly thought my chances were slim to actually be featured, but thought it never hurts to try! Needless to say, it was so humbling to see my photo pop up as I scrolled through Fash Boulevard yesterday! I think it's really awesome that bloggers like Anna take the time to feature other bloggers and build community. I'm so grateful for the exposure it gave my blog and the new followers - friends :) - that came because of it!

I'm truly enjoying this blogging experience and hope that it will always be a source of inspiration and encouragement to everyone who stops by and follows along! Thank you so much for reading and coming on this journey with me!

- Lael 

A Heel Lover's Sneaker

Top: Charlotte Russe
Jeans: Target
Vest: JCPenney
Scarf: Nordstrom
Bag: H&M
Watch: Michael Kors
Sunnies: Forever 21
Shoes; DSW

Just in case the title of my blog hasn't given it away... I LOVE high heels! :) Needless to say, a high top sneaker with a wedge heel is kind of a high heel lover's dream! I was so intrigued with this new trend when I first saw it on one of my favorite blogs, Hello Fashion, and I continue to see different versions of this shoe style popping up on various blogs (ex: Brooklyn Blonde) and in some of my favorite stores. I had been searching for the perfect starter pair for the past month or so and couldn't pass up the pair I found on sale at DSW! This trend may not last for long, but it's fun - and comfortable - for the moment. Oh, and these photos were taken by my handsome fiancé! I'm so appreciative of his support in every aspect of my life! :)

Thanks for stopping by! Have a great weekend! 

- Lael