Hello! I know I know, it’s been quite a few days since my last post…and that’s because I was at Disney World celebrating a bachelorette party for one of my besties! Truth be told, once in a while it’s nice to unplug and just enjoy some quality time with the gals, and I most certainly did! Then again, between my Snapchat and Instagram, you could say I “half unplugged,” ha! Three days of blissful nostalgia (Disney = childhood)…ohh, I miss it already!read more
If there was an outfit that I’ve felt truly embodied “Austin” style in a nutshell, it’s this look. It’s casual yet trendy, which I feel really hits the nail on the head when it comes to Austin fashion. We like to keep things wearable all the time. That’s one of the many things I love about this city…the fact that this outfit could literally go anywhere – brunch, dinner, shopping, a live music set…you name it, this look just works. So, where is this ridiculously adorable split-back top from? Topshop! Nordstrom is crushin’ it these days, and I am seriously l o v i n g that entire Topshop department they have online and at their stores.
A few weeks back, one of my best galpals was in town and we enjoyed a day on South Congress Avenue together. Fear not! We departed for our adventure in the morning, shortly before the sun about killed us all, ha! She (her name is Amanda) was visiting from Chicago and was helping her boyfriend pack his apartment into a Uhaul and drive up to Chicago so they can start their next chapter together! At the time, he was selling this bike…thus, we took the opportunity to soak in a little bike riding around SoCo before we had to say our goodbyes! The first stop was Toms Coffeehouse (of course..!) and then American Apparel where I scooped up this pair of high waist shorts I’d been eyeing for months! Clearly, somewhere in the mix we stopped in front of this cute little complex in Travis Heights neighborhood to snap a few pictures for LL. I must add, it’s been a looong time since I hopped on a bike and I must say…I may have fallen two or three times before getting the hang of it again..ahh, that feeling of childhood – instant nostalgia!
Yep…pretty sure periwinkle is my absolute favorite…isn’t it just the happiest color?! I am especially loving this off the shoulder, tie strap top in periwinkle paired with nude accessories – so classy and chic! Also, who doesn’t love dressing up blue jeans? Comfort is key, in my opinion! 😉
You may have noticed my absence in posting over the past few days and it’s because I went on vacation (finally!) to Chicago to visit two of my best friends from high school and college. Though my Instagram is a pretty good image summary of my trip, I’ll be posting a wrap-up on the blog sometime this week (in between laundry…grocery shopping…my day job…wait, can I just go back on vacation already?! 😉 ). To be brief, it was a perfect weekend and I am quite sad that it’s over! Anyhoo, stay tuned for that blog post coming soon!
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If you’re on the hunt for the perfect boho dress, this one may just have your name written all over it! The very appropriately named “Austin” Free People trapeze dress comes in numerous colors, but I couldn’t help but gravitate towards the incredible blood orange color of this one. Two things I must share about this dress, 1. you feel absolutely beautiful in it (it is incredibly flattering and comfortable!) and 2. it has pockets (wahooo!). Not to mention a few other tid-bits like the cute cut-out back and feminine neckline. Truth be told, I may just have to scoop up a few more colors I liked this look so much.
I paired the dress with a Kendra Scott arrowhead necklace (so versatile…if you haven’t noticed I wear this thing a lot!), my rust colored fedora and brown leather wedge sandals (they’re only $24!). The dress is so wonderful on its own that it doesn’t take too much accessorizing to stand out, my kinda piece – simple but fabulous! 😉
For size reference, I am wearing an x-small. Love this look? Shop my picks below!
dress – nordstrom or free people / shoes – target / hat – nordstrom / necklace – kendra scott
If you’re on the hunt for the perfect boho dress, this one may just have your name written all over it! The very appropriately named “Austin” Free People trapeze dress comes in numerous colors, but I couldn’t help but gravitate towards the incredible blood orange color of this one. Two things I must share about this […]
Most excellent news! Well, two things really. First, my brother Jacob and his family just moved back to Austin…(Hoorah! We certainly missed them!). Two, he is a very talented photographer (it’s actually his day job, he’s a wedding photographer with his wife, Ary, pretty darn cute!) and he shot this entire look. As you know, I am very proud of my family and adore them so much (can you tell yet? Ha!), and I was so excited he could take a break from his busy schedule to do a fun little fashion shoot for me. 🙂 Anyhoo, just so you know my big ‘ol cheesy grins in the pictures above are real…he’s a total goofball!
Last weekend one of my very best friends and fellow blogger Lauren of Vandi Fair came for a visit to Austin! Anyone else so excited we’re thaaat much closer to it “officially” being summer? (Even though it’s already in the 90’s in Austin…eek!) – I certainly am!
Last weekend one of my very best friends and fellow blogger Lauren of Vandi Fair came for a visit to Austin! Anyone else so excited we’re thaaat much closer to it “officially” being summer? (Even though it’s already in the 90’s in Austin…eek!) – I certainly am!
Scroll over the images above to shop! But in all seriousness (…wait, isn’t that an oxymoron given that these are the happiest/silliest/cutest items around?) – how adorable are these fun fruit printed accessories + clothing pieces above?! Not going to lie, I am all aboard this whole fruity print train that’s gone full speed ahead before it’s even “technically” summer. There’s just something about pineapple and watermelon that makes you daydream of the beach…and relaxing…and a blissful vacation…okay okay, you get the point! 😉
I’ve rounded up some of my very fruity favorites for ya! From iPhone cases to makeup bags to THE cutest watermelon Keds sneakers I ever did see, enjoy and let these products brighten up your day…and your wardrobe! (Psst..see a few more fruit patterned additions below!)
pineapple ice cube tray / pineapple printed crop top + shorts / lemon printed romper / watermelon sneakers / pineapple wallet / pineapple tote bag / watermelon iPhone 6 case / pineapple iPhone 6 case / fruit pattern makeup bag
Scroll over the images above to shop! But in all seriousness (…wait, isn’t that an oxymoron given that these are the happiest/silliest/cutest items around?) – how adorable are these fun fruit printed accessories + clothing pieces above?! Not going to lie, I am all aboard this whole fruity print train that’s gone full speed ahead […]
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).
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 […]