Spring Trends

Some years I hate the transition into Spring.  It’s like I either want a super soft grey cozy sweater or I want a pair of cut off denim shorts–the in between can be hard.  However, this year I have already found myself enjoying the middle months more so I had to ask myself why.  I want to recreate this feeling every year so I am always enjoying time periods rather than wishing them away to get to the next.  So here’s the main two differences from this year..

First, we made a point to travel to warmer spots in the first part of the year.  We did a long weekend in Miami in January and weekend in Charleston in February.  These definitely helped get me ready for Spring.  It was a welcomed change of pace just to be able to have bare ankles so soon in the new year without pushing the envelope too soon here in KY and being grumpy becuase I was really freezing.  So I will definitely try to do some similar travel again next year.

Second, I am really loving some of the fashion trends that are going to be saturating the market this Spring.  I combined several of those into the outfit that you see above.  Easy to wear, off the shoulder tops–light wash denim–mules–chokers–and hoop earrings!  All a yes, in my book!

This Free People lightweight sweater is pretty much stealing the show here though.  It’s the perfect little number to take you into warmer months and it also comes in several other color options!  Pair it with some jean shorts, a glass of wine & a patio and you are good to go! [wearing a small for a slouchy fit]

I am also LOVING this one and this one.  Both will give this same laid back, effortless look.

If you have the shopping bug like me then check out the new arrivals in the trend section on the Nordstrom site.  It’s always one of my favorite places to browse and get ideas of what I want to add to my closet before I finalize an online order.

What trends are you all loving for Spring?!

Sweater || Jeans, similar || Mules || Sunglasses || Choker || Hoop Earrings || Stud Earrings, similar || Lips, Color: Stripped


 

March 14, 2017

Sweatshirt Lover

I have been FULLY on board with the athleisure trend for a long time now but over the past few months I have fallen completely in love with sweatshirts!  They are so darn comfortable and easy to wear–always have been though.  However, now there are just really cute options.  For that reason I always find one in my cart, ha.  My latest purchase?  This adidas number.  I LOVE the black on black.  So chic right?  And the detailing on the sleeves and hem?  Everything.  What surpised me though was the material.  It feels so good.  [wearing an xs]

I wore outfit on Saturday when we went out to grab some lunch.  We ended up running into a bunch of Ethan’s friends so we stayed and watched the UK game with them and then came home, grabbed the animals and headed straight down to my Dad’s lake house.  We had my sister and her friends over the night before to celebrate her 21st birthday (snacks, drinks, loads of cute balloons && fun props for a photo booth included!) so a night in being lazy and ordering pizza sounded so perfect.

I hope you all had some lounge time this weekend as well!  We have some busy (but super fun) weekends coming up so I was super thankful that this one was relaxing!

ps–as I was writing this post I stumbled across these sunglasses in gold.  I have (and love) the black already and I’ve have been waititng for the other colors to come back in stock forever so I immedately bought a pair.  I highly suggest you snag some for Spring & Summer!

pss–be sure to check out the new goodies that I’ve bought recently here if you haven’t already!

Sweatshirt || Jeans, similar || Sunglasses || Sneakers || No-Show Socks || Handbag, similar found here

March 13, 2017

Date Night Look

I’m just going to be honest with you all and tell you that this post is short and sweet because I wanted to go get ice cream last night and I put that above blogging on my to do list.  Sometimes you just have to have a scoop of chocolate chip cookie dough in a chocolate dipped waffle cone.  Eek! Bad but SO good! #priorities

But, I did still really want to share this look with you all because I think this top is perfect for a date night.  I love the lace detail and the back is cute too! Just add a cardigan if it’s a chilly night and you’re good to go.  [wearing a small in the cami and an xs in the cardigan]

I wore this look last Saturday and I paired it with these booties.  [true to size] They are SUCH a good pair to have in your closet and I’ve worn them  lot more than I imagined I would.  However–this is a pair that I just got and I think they’ll be great pair for Spring!

ps.. I’ve been on a shopping kick lately & im sharing everything I have purchased lately with you all here!

Happy Hump Day ! 🙂

Top || Cardigan [40% off] || Jeans [size up] || Shoes || Sunglasses || Handbag

March 8, 2017

Spring Break Wear

Trips to the beach in the Spring are good for the soul.  Everyone gets the itch to be somewhere bright after the boring Winter months and I think a little warm weather getaway always helps–whether that be packing up for a full week away for Spring Break or just a quickie long weekend!  But I have honestly always found them a little hard to shop for.  You’re anxious to jump into Summer clothes but you know there will be windy days and chilly nights.

My suggestion?  Add some items like this little white number to your cart.  Something that is a light weight fabric but still provides some coverage.  That way you can throw it on over your bathing suit if you’re heading to grab coffee in the morning before hitting the pool and you can also dress it up a bit by wearing it with jeans and a statement earring to dinner one night.  The off the shoulder style will still let you show off your tan!  I styled it above with jean shorts, wedges & a hat (which is another option) and I think this look would be perfect if you had a day where you were going out for lunch and shopping.

The top and shorts are both Free People.  They are my go-to for casual pieces.  I wear their items all year long, but I always think they step up their game in the Spring.   Here are a few of my other favorites that are carried at Nordstrom:

I sized up one in both the top and the shorts.  However–I don’t think you need to.  The items don’t run small; I would have been fine getting my normal size in each.  I just wanted a slouchy fit in the top and I wanted a less fitted pair of denim shorts that hung on my hips a bit more.

I hope there’s something good about your Monday!  Even if it’s something small!

Top || Shorts || Shoes || Hat || Sunglasses, Color: Gold/ Transparent Gold || Earrings 1 & 2 || Ring, similar || Lips, Color: Honey Love

March 5, 2017

The Caaaa-utest Sweatshirt!

Sweatshirt || Jeans, similar ||  Mules || Choker || Sunglasses || Handbag, similar found here || Earrings || Watch

Goodness–I do not know why it took me so long to buy this sweatshirt!  I saw it online a while back and I liked it but I never pulled the trigger.  But, I ended up buying it last week and it came in on Friday and I could NOT love it more.  See, here’s the beauty of it… it feels like a comfy sweatshirt but it looks like a cute sweater becuase of the cut, fit and caaaa-ute sleeves!  Perfection.  [wearing an xs]

&& here’s the other thing, I cannot believe I bought it in red.  So not me, at all!  But for some reason I loved this color with the texture.  I wore it to brunch yesterday with these fur mules that are getting lots of wear.  They’re easy & fun!  If you’re not into the faux fur then these are a great option too!

I hope you all are having a really good weekend! 🙂

March 5, 2017