Thanksgiving Outfit Prep

November 2015

As the holidays approach…(and wowww did they come quick!), it’s time to start thinking about what you’ll be wearing to those big dinners with family and friends. Can you believe Thanksgiving is next week?! I feel like it should juuuust now be halloween… Oh life, it never slows down, does it?

When I think of what to wear to Thanksgiving, I think of a chic yet casual/comfortable outfit. After all, that second helping of pie is a definite do on this very special day with loved ones! So, I’ve styled an outfit that you can wear from Thanksgiving with family next week, to a date night with your fella the next…

Off the Shoulder Stripes

July 2015

Hello! I hope you had a fabulous weekend! If you kept up with me on Instagram, you’ll know I have been pup sitting and enjoyed a lovely weekend hopping around Austin. This weather was too good not to get outside and enjoy a beer on a restaurant patio at sunset. On Friday night we tried World of Beer of South Lamar and it was soooo yummy. I recommend the fried pickles, pretzels and well, whichever beer you’re into – it was all delicious!

Okay okay, back to my latest look 😉 – I am LOVING this Chicwish off the shoulder striped top…it is so adorable with anything! I wore it with some cutoff, high waist denim shorts last week and this weekend I rocked it with distressed jeans, a la above! I also scooped up a coral pink tea length skirt that I hope to wear with this top at some point this summer…if I ever have an excuse to do something a little more dolled up! 😉 The bottom line? This top is versatile, on trend and adorable…I promise you’ll get a lot of wear out of it, I know I already have!

I accessorized with Kendra Scott Danielle Earrings in Turquoise, my mule wedge sandals, chain link fringe purse and my trusty Topshop fedora hat. My bracelet stack consisted of my Michael Kors turquoise dial watch, Alex + Ani monogram “L” bangle and another Alex + Ani wrap bracelet. I hadn’t ever shopped the Alex + Ani site but after some gals at work wore their monogram bangles, I was totally on this bandwagon…everything is adorable! I also wore my drusy double ring for to top off my look. Big fan of that ring style…can you tell? 😉 I’ve got just a few of them in my jewelry repertoire!

**Photos by Kathryn Frazer Photography

Loving this OOTD? Shop it below! Oh…and reluctantly, happy Monday! (Ps. Does anyone else think weekends should be at least 3 days? I certainly do!).

top – chicwish / jeans (similar) – nordstrom / shoes – nordstrom / fringe bag – nordstrom / earrings – kendra scott / drusy ring – kendra scott / watch – michael kors / necklace – anna beck / wrap bracelet – alex + ani / monogram bangle – alex + ani / hat – topshop

What To Do In Austin, TX – SXSW City Guide

March 2015

Alright, folks! SXSW 2015 is fast approaching…we’re now just days away! I am always so excited for this time of year because 1. it’s a blast (see the last row on my list…) and 2. so many out-of-towners get to experience Austin at it’s finest. (Live music everywhere you turn, great drink specials, happy people…what’s not to love?). Given that a lot of festival goers come from places near and far, I thought I’d suggest a few of my favorite spots within the downtown area to add to that ever-growing, “must do in Austin” list! Thus, everything listed below is within walking distance, or at the very least, a pedicab ride away from all of the downtown festivities.

COFFEE: …Because after a night…or rather, a few days of drinking…this is a must on the list. I am a stickler about quality espresso, and each of these coffee shops have received my seal of approval (hey, for what’s it worth!).

Caffe Medici Coffeehouse – Congress Avenue & 2nd Street. Pull up a barstool and watch the baristas work their magic…these gals know a thing or two about latte art! (Their cortado is my personal fave drink)
Houndstooth Coffee – Congress Avenue at the bottom of the Frost Bank Tower. You pick your latte espresso, pretty snazzy!
Jo’s Coffee – 2nd Street. I recommend an Iced Turbo, prepare for ultimate deliciousness.

EATS: I picked the three most “Austin” food options (well, at least in my opinion! Brisket, tacos & pizza) that I could rally together. This list was super tough to narrow down to just three, but I think I represented them fairly well.

La Barbecue – East Cesar Chavez Street. I mean…you really can’t go wrong here. Brisket, beef ribs, sausage. My stomach is growling just thinking about it. Oh right, bring beer and lawn chairs for this one, you may be in line for a while…but it’s worth the wait! (Here in Austin, we will wait hours to eat quality bbq, just a heads up!)
La Condesa – 2nd Street. If any restaurant has ever achieved a swanky yet down to earth vibe, it’s La Condesa. It’s bliss in a restaurant, both in ambiance and food! Order a ‘rita and enjoy some fresh guacamole, everything is good here!
Home Slice Pizza – South Congress Avenue. Definitely worth the wait! I recommend a greek salad to start (they’re pretty big, easy to split) and a side of ranch dressing with your pizza. (True Austinite foodie style right there with the side ‘o ranch)

DRINKS: The Austin bar scene is only getting better as this city grows, and these three bars are a few of my favorites. Honestly, whether you’re going for cocktails or a solid IPA selection (my personal beer of choice), any of these spots will do the trick. Oh right, and they’re all adorable!

East Side Showroom – East 6th Street. As soon as you step foot inside, it’s like you just walked into a 1920’s speakeasy…dapper mixologists ready to serve you a top-notch cocktail (try an old fashioned). This place is seriously a must on your list, it’s cocktail lounge perfection!
Whisler’s – East 6th Street. Amazing patio, the cutest/coolest interior design (it’s stunning and so cool) and there’s a Mezcal bar upstairs. Lots of fabulous cocktails + a good beer selection, too.
Easy Tiger – 6th Street. Grab yourself a freshly baked oversize pretzel (the bake shop is upstairs, the beer garden is downstairs) and a craft beer. This place rocks for it’s chill atmosphere and on-premise food options.

That’s my spiel! If you have something you think Austin visitors must try, please feel free to share in the comments section! I’m a big fan of trying to new places around town, so perhaps it’ll be new to me, too! Enjoy!

**images: austin skyline, caffe medici, houndstooth, jo’s, la bbq, la condesa, home slice, east side showroom, whisler’s, easy tiger

Green Dress

January 2015

So, while it’s 70 degrees in Austin, I shall dress the part! This amazing, army green body-con dress is by Topshop for Nordstrom and it’s fab-u-lous! Given that it was finally warm enough for me to throw off my scarf and jacket, I slipped into this dress and grabbed my favorite brown clutch and rose gold jewelry. (this is a size 4 (fits 0-2 US sizes) but I recommend getting a size up because it definitely hugs your body everywhere!). Oh yes, and my sunnies are Toms, also sold at Nordstrom. I always think of nail polish as another accessory, and the warmer temperatures and sunny skies just called for white nails…I know what you’re thinking, it’s mid-January and where is my oxblood or nudie polish?! However, happy weather calls for the happiest nail color, and white just does the trick! (Even still, this dress would be gorgeous with dark nails, a black blazer, black tights and black booties – ba-bam! Winter perfection).

2014 Music Mashup (Warning: may cause dancing)

December 2014

Ohh 2014, what a year! I’ll write up a sappier New Year’s post later on today (obvi), but I wanted to get this mashup up as you start your day. I heard this a few weeks back and I am obsessed! We had some pretty fun/catchy songs top the charts this year and this DJ compiled them all into one incredible song! Oh yes, and the talent continues because they made a video, too. Now, that’s some serious patience and concentration to create this mix!

So, enjoy as you get ready for your day or perhaps later on tonight as your girlfriends trickle in and you pop open that first bottle of champagne to ring in the New Year!

ATX Style – Feathers Vintage Part II

December 2014

Hello! As you can see, my friend Kayla and I shot this post before I decided to chop (a whopping 10 inches off) my hair! Thus, soak in these last few photos with my long locks and stay tuned for my next fashion post coming SOON where I’m rockin’ the short hair!

Mustard Yellow Dress

November 2014

dress / free people, sunglasses / toms, necklace / similar cusp, shoes / similar michael kors, rings / similar madewell, bracelet / (vintage-inspired) silmilar kendra scott, lipstick / nordstrom, nail polish / essie

Okay for starters, how amazing is this mustard yellow Free People dress?! Trust me, I about fell in love with this thing. SO pretty…and feminine…and lovely…and every other girly adjective that all sums up to dress perfection! Last night I met up with my good friend and beautiful photographer Corbin Chase. Corbin and I have known each other since high school days (rival high schools in Austin, united by our love for theatre and makeshift photo shoots back then…!). Since our days as experimental teens, we’ve both followed our love for fashion. He moved to New York City and works in the fashion scene, all the while snapping pictures of passerbyers that really tell stories of the youth of Brooklyn and NYC. (Take a look at his website here).

Needless to say, when he came into town for a few days, we had to reconvene and not only catch up, but collaborate on a fun little shoot! I sent him a picture of the dress, and from there we set the scene! I love the vintage feel of these photos, but it’s truly the mustard and muted color combinations in the dress that add such an old school vibe. I added a fringe statement necklace and wedge sandals (can you tell I am obsessed with wedges yet?), and topped off my look with a swipe of red lipstick and red nails to bring out that sweet, classic feel.

Oh yes, and that Louis Vuitton luggage? Hey, a girl can dream! It’s his mom’s vintage suitcase. AMAZING! She let us play in her closet before we went out for the shoot. Oooh, too much fun!

Alrighty, for the last time, this. dress. is. everything! My boyfriend (who only saw it on the hanger) said it looked too “granny” for him. Well, my darling, I beg to differ! Wait until he see’s this post! 😉 Romantic date night soon in this charming, floral dress? I think yes!

Stay tuned,
Livvy

dress / free people, sunglasses / toms, necklace / similar cusp, shoes / similar michael kors, rings / similar madewell, bracelet / (vintage-inspired) silmilar kendra scott, lipstick / nordstrom, nail polish / essie Okay for starters, how amazing is this mustard yellow Free People dress?! Trust me, I about fell in love with this thing. SO pretty…and feminine…and lovely…and every […]

Statement Necklace

November 2014

A few weeks back I was given a Visa giftcard (aka best day ever), so the first thing I did was purchase a frivolous item (well, of course!) – thus, I trekked over to Last Call Neiman Marcus and went to my favorite section…jewelry! I spotted this amazing Panacea bib necklace in quite a few colors and miraculously narrowed it down to the one featured in this outfit post.