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My Outfit: // Cardigan // Cami // Jeans // Booties // Hat // Necklace // Lipstick (Color “Velvet Teddy”) //

Happy Wednesday! You guys better be ready for a busy, fun filled few days. I’m already tired thinking about my packed schedule, but I’m also excited for the events planned! Keep up with me via Instagram stories if you want to follow along with the craziness!

We had so much fun at the pumpkin patch this past weekend I couldn’t wait to share these photos with you all! I didn’t want to overload my Instagram with pumpkins so I figured I’d share them on here in case anyone wanted to see the ones’s that didn’t make the cut on my feed. Believe it or not the group picture was taken with a camera propped up on a pile of pumpkins in a wheelbarrow and it took a better picture than the two strangers we asked to help us prior! It’s not easy using a DSLR if you don’t know how, so I don’t blame them. Thank goodness we had a wheelbarrow photographer to fall back on!

I got this super cute, SUPER affordable leopard print cardigan to wear to the pumpkin patch and it really spurred my need for more leopard print items. I’ve been doing a lot of shopping lately (as usual) and it’s no secret that leopard print is trending this fall so I have found tons of cute pieces I wanted to share with you guys many of which are in my cart, I’m just trying to narrow it down so I don’t have a wardrobe full of leopard haha! Keep scrolling for all of my leopard print favorites.

xo

Click here to check out my friend Jenna’s post on animal print, she’s featuring one of my all time favorite leopard print tops!

Transitioning Your Style From Summer to Fall

SWEATER | JEANS | BOOTIES [run true to size] | NECKLACE | HAT

The weather is changing and it’s time to pull out the sweaters and booties! I wanted to share this cute summer to fall transitional outfit with you all from American Eagle, I’ve found myself shopping at AE a lot this season since their prices are so affordable and I never realized how much cute stuff I was missing out on! I Saw this sweater and knew it was perfect for me since it’s a little cropped but I love wearing high waisted denim so it is perfect front tucked into these distressed skinny jeans. Both run true to size, the jeans are SUPER stretchy and very forgiving. I paired the look with these under $100 booties that I’ve been wearing for FOREVER and I have in multiple colors. They are so so SO comfy and versatile, everyone needs them!

Anyways, I hope you all are enjoying these last couple weeks of summer! This is one of my favorite times of the year because I can still wear shorts but pair them with my chunky knits and it’s totally appropriate and comfortable! That being said, I am so excited for cooler temps because fall fashion is my FAVORITE fashion and I can’t wait to share a ton of cute fall looks with you all!

Check out some more summer to fall transitional jackets here!

xo

Wishing I was holding a PSL here, obviously.

Weekly Instagram Recap [September 1-8]

Time to get a little real in this post. This week has been rough for me, mentally, physically, in most ways it's been a struggle. It is not easy for me to admit defeat or give excuses for not getting things done, but between the (essentially) zero sleep and the mental angst of dealing with a toddler during a sleep regression... phew. It was rough to say the VERY least. For this reason I was a little more absent than usual on the 'gram. I had to cancel my weekly photoshoot as my child was off her schedule which means I was off my schedule.  I was running low on content for the blog and Instagram. My daily outfits were less than exquisite if you can imagine (picture this: pajamas, no makeup, messy/greasy mom bun, not cute). Anyway, I am pulling myself back up from the depths of feeling like a failure of a parent and struggling with self-esteem issues due to the fact that I can barely take care of myself this week let alone my family. I'm dealing with it and constantly reminding myself that it is just a phase and things will get better. I've been leaning on Dustin to help me a little more than usual and together we are keeping up with the craziness as Stella is starting to sleep better and tantrum less. 

Honestly, I'm trying to get this post up as quickly as possible so if it seems sloppy or there are grammatical errors, I apologize! The to-do list is a mile long and I'm still catching up!

SOOOO, that being said there was not a ton of Instagram looks from this past week. I'll include them here anyway as I always do. I did manage to get a highly requested blog post up though! Click HERE if you missed it.

Camo Tee

This tee is so soft and a little bit longer which is perfect for us taller gals. I feel like I wear these jeans all the time so no explanation necessary for them haha just get 'em if you haven't yet! But wait for them to go on sale since that happens often. I've learned to never buy anything full price from Express.

T-SHIRT // NECKLACE // JEANS // BOOTIES //

The Best Basic

If you haven't gotten this $17 tee, where have you been?! I have it in 4 colors and there are so many more I'm sure other colors are in my future as well. These jeans are my all time favs and were out of stock for a long time but they're BACK! Sooo flattering and amazing quality! Size down one from your usual.

T-SHIRT // BAG // JEANS // SIMILAR AFFORDABLE JEANS // SHOES //

Stripes & Rips

If you look closely you can see I hadn't even taken off the tags from these jeans before I took a picture of this look, I was way too excited! Love these jeans, and this sweater is slightly cropped and runs TTS, it is perfect front tucked into this distressed denim!

SWEATER // JEANS // BOOTIES //

Seeing Stars

This sweater is one of my all time favorites! If you know me, you know my obsession with anything star print, plus this sweater is the softest, coziest material! And on sale. Woop woop!

SWEATER // BRALETTE // JEANS //

Ruffle Sleeves

I hate posting old items, but I found a similar sweater to this one and it's only $20! Also this belt is under $20 and looks like the real- deal. Jeans run TTS and are super high waisted and stretchy. I'm wearing them in "long" but they come in petite and regular as well!

SIMILAR SWEATER // NECKLACE // BELT // JEANS // SHOES // SIMILAR SHOES //

There it is! A quick Instagram round-up for this crazy, crazy week.

Thanks for stopping by! 

xo

Cardigans and Tops #NSALE Try-On

Public access to the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is HERE! Yay everyone can shop! Okay to kick off the first day of public access, here is the highly anticipated post of my first round of in-store purchases! If you read my Fitting Room Try-On post you know that I narrowed it down SIGNIFICANTLY which I am quite proud of myself for doing! Usually it's no holds barred for the Anniversary Sale but since I'm not working a regular 9-5 job anymore I had to reel it in this year, the budget is real y'all (plus when you see what I bought from the beauty dept... you'll understand haha)! This is why I need you to shop from my links, even the few cents I earn from each sale adds up enough for me to be able to keep bringing you awesome content, as well as stay home full time with my baby, Stella.. So, thank you for that!

I included sizing and fit info, but if I miss anything, please ask away in the comments below! I'm here to help! I normally wear a size MEDIUM in tops and third pieces.

If an item is sold out but you still want it, please let me know and I will keep an eye out for re-stocks. I am happy to individually message you the moment an item comes back in stock since I'll be on the website most of the day linking items for you all! The jeans I'm wearing are on sale in a lighter wash which I'll link HERE. The leopard shoes are from last year's Anniversary Sale but theres another amazing, very similar, equally as cute version this year linked HERE! 

Striped Tee // Cardigan 

Ok this tee is the perfect top for layering under cardis! I love the peek of stripes at the bottom of the sleeves, plus it's SUPER affordable... like, under $20 sooo I went back and ordered a few more colors in my size. I went a size up with this top since the sleeves run a little slim and also because I want to be able to tuck, and tie, etc. so here I'm wearing a Large! 

This cardi was a littlemsplurge for me, but soooo worth it. It's one of those items that I've been loving and wanting for years but I've never been able to buy it in time before it sells out completely... so annoying! It was one of this first things I bought this year because I HAD to get my hands on it even for the price because they never go on sale besides during the Anniversary Sale even though they're an item that Nordstrom has in perpetual stock. It is seriously cozy. I'm wearing a Medium!

T-Shirt // Cardigan 

There is always a version of this t-shirt every year and this year it is just as amazing as always! Perfectly slouchy, perfect weight, length, everything! I got four different colors since it sold out so fast last year and re-stocks were sloooowwww. This year Nordstrom has been ON IT with re-stocks so this tee is still available off and on in all sizes and colors! I got my true Medium and it is perfect! I've already been wearing these tee's a ton in the 100 degree weather here in Portland. They are a versatile item that you'll get use out of year-round. 

This cardigan is one of those items that took a second for people to catch on to but once it was discovered it blew up. I know it sold out once but it's currently in stock so hurry and grab your size, I'm wearing my true Medium and it is perfect. Reasons why it's a no brainer: 1. it has pockets, 2. it has a HOOD! RUN. 

Button Henley Top

This top is one of those undiscovered gems! Fully in stock in all colors and totally under-appreciated! This was one of my favorite finds from the sale and if I have it in my budget I want to buy a couple more colors! I got my true size, Medium.

Windowpane Top (currently sold out) // Boyfriend Blazer

This top and boyfriend blazer is my favorite combo that I purchased! I love them paired together. I got my true size in the top but sized down to a Small in the boyfriend blazer! I exchanged this charcoal color for the lighter grey color after I took this picture. Both are amazing but I already have a very similar piece to the charcoal color shown in the picture. 

Henley similar HERE and HERE

This top sold out SO fast! I originally bought it in three colors but I returned two because I thought it was excessive... now I regret it so bad! I sized up to a large in this one for a more oversized fit. Medium was already a little baggy on me but I wanted to be able to tuck in, tie in a knot, layer, etc. for fall so large worked well for my purposes! Otherwise grab your true size!

Blush Cardigan // Lace Trim Cami (currently sold out), Similar

I'm wearing my true medium in this cardigan. The color is so beautiful and is showing true in the photo! It is wool, alpaca and elastane so not only is this sweater super soft it is also stretchy. SO comfy! The lace cami I sized up to a large since I'm still breastfeeding soooo... no explanation necessary lol. 

Boyfriend Cardigan, Similar HERE // Lace Trim Cami (currently sold out), Similar HERE

Definitely size down in this boyfriend cardi! I'm wearing a small here. I sized up to a Large in the lace trim cami. 

I know I reiterate this in every Anniversary Sale post buuuutttttt... if you see an item you even KIND OF like, don't hesitate to buy it! Things sold out so fast on the first day of early access and they sell out just as quickly with re-stocks. My shopping suggestion (remember I used to work at Nordstrom as a manager) is to buy online and pick up in store! That way you don't even need to brave the crowds. You can buy everything you want, have it ready for you at your convenience and then try it on quickly before you leave the store so you know what to keep and what to return then and there! It is such an amazing feature to the Nordstrom website and just one of the many reasons I love shopping at Nordstrom. They just make everything extra convenient! 

Let me know if you have any questions!

Also, comment below with your Instagram handle if you want me to DM you with specific product re-stocks.

xo

Top Boots and Booties For Fall!

I picked out my top boots and booties from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, this has been a super requested blog post, and unfortunately since so many of my favorite shoes are sold out in store (I told you, buy immediately and return later) I'm waiting on my shoe order so I don't have pictures of boots and booties on me, but I will post some try-on shots as soon as I get my shoe order! All of the pictures are shoppable so you can just click on the item and see all the details and buy or save to your wish list on the Nordstrom website. Click HERE to shop all the boots and booties in the sale! There are so many great options this year, these are only a fraction of the selection, but these are my favorites that are all still in stock! 

Top Booties For Fall

Hover over and click on each item to shop

1. BP $70 This little bootie is such a perfect shoe for daily wear with skinny jeans and a cardigan. I love the detail on the side! It also comes in a couple suede options including a beautiful wine color which I ordered!

2. 1 State $100 Ok this bootie is such a classic shape, I'm hoping to slowly collect all of the colors because it's totally my style! I used to wear a similar bootie by BP for years until it was discontinued and this is just the updated version in suede. Plus it is so affordable. Love!

3. Steve Madden $80 I love snake print embossed shoes right now! I would have ordered these if i hadn't already gotten a snake embossed flat (not to mention I've already spent enough money this week haha). This one also comes in a few color options, I'm loving the cutout and the Western inspired silhouette!

4. Steve Madden $87 Another very classic and comfortable shape, but with perforated detail. This tan color is so perfect for summer or fall! 

5. Vince Camuto $100 This is another shoe that was in the sale last year that they brought back with an updated look! I always gravitate toward this brand since they are SO comfortable. I feel like they make great boots too, always with a fun detail even on the most basic of silhouette!

6. Sole Society $73 Ok so first of all, I absolutely love the stud details! They are subtle, but just enough to add a little fun to an otherwise simple shoe. Plus under $80?! Grab these before they go up to full price!

7.  Vince Camuto $100 This shoe is so different from what I normally wear, but I was drawn to it for some reason. I've seen it on a few people and it is super cute! Plus it's my favorite brand (again) so I know it's probably extremely comfortable. I bought these in this brown color, can't wait to wear them with some floral dresses for the end of summer as well as skinny jeans and cardigans in the fall!  

Top Boots For Fall

Hover over and click on each item to shop

1. Sam Edelman $150 This boot is the perfect under the knee height. It comes in a few colors but I am really loving this light tan/brown color this year! Sam Edelman is another brand that never does me wrong in the comfort area.

2. Blondo $160 I've never worn this brand so I can't speak to the comfort but I was drawn to the color of this boot! Plus the height is so perfect, I see knee height boots coming back this fall again full force. 

3. Steve Madden $87 Can't go wrong with Steve Madden when it comes to trendy boots! These over the knee boots were in the sale last year and I bought them, still loving them a ton! They fit most calf sizes, they're comfy, and they have a lower heel so they're very versatile! Everyone needs a good OTK boot for fall.

 4. Tory Burch $350 This boot has been in the sale for as many years back as I can remember. Each year they update it a little bit but I love it this year more than ever! I'm not a huge fan of a screaming brand label and they made it so subtle this time around... I'm in love! Definitely a classic that you need in your wardrobe.

5. Stuart Weitzman $490 (normally $775) okay so I know you're probably looking at that price like, WHATTT?! But truly Stuart Weitzman makes some amazingly comfortable boots, yes, even with this heel height these are "wear all day" boots. I AM speaking from experience. I won't tell you that you need these boots right now (although it is best to buy them when they're on sale) but I think every girl needs a pair of Weitzman's at some point in their life! These come in black too!

6. Vince Camuto $160 I needed grey boots this year and of course by this point you know I love Vince Camuto sooo no brainer here! Love the detail up the side too. These also come in a beautiful tan color and black! Swoop 'em up, they won't last long! 

 

I love doing posts like this, so let me know what you want to see next! Cardigans, tops, jeans, accessories, anything at all. As always, thanks for reading!

xo

2018 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: My Affordable Picks!

Here's what I put in my cart for the first day of early access! You saw me try on a lot of this in my in store try-on post HERE but there are also some things that I added to my cart that I missed when I went into the store yesterday! All of these are affordable picks, most under $100 and a few even under $50. Everything is going so fast, a pair of jeans I was going to buy is already sold out so don't wait if you see something that catches your eye! 

Click on each item in the picture to shop!

1. Caslon Boyfriend Cardi, 2. Adidas, 3. Gorjana Necklace, 4. Rag and Bone Hat, 5. BP Jumpsuit,   6. Chunky Cardigan, 7. Leith Windowpane Top, 8. Madewell Scarf, 9. Raw Hem Tee, 10. Tote Bag, 11. BP Mule

I'll be posting my picks from different categories throughout the next few days so make sure you're subscribed to the blog for daily updates! Don't hesitate to message me if there is something specific you need or have questions about. Happy shopping! 

xo

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Shopping Tips & Tricks + Catalog First Look!

The most anticipated sale of the year is almost here! This year I'll be doing extensive coverage of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale with in store try-ons, shopping guides, tips and tricks, and anything else you may need to know about this epic sale that only comes once a year! 

A lot of you are so confused as to why I am so excited for a retail sale. Let me break it down for you! 

Click here to check out Jenna’s Anniversary sale tips and tricks! She is a former Nordstrom employee and is full of amazing knowledge!

What is the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale?

The Anniversary Sale is the only time during the year where brand new items (including designer pieces) are marked down to amazing deals for a limited time! 

Important Dates 

July 12-19 Nordstrom card holders get to shop early access to all of the great deals! 

July 20-August 5 the sale opens to the public and everyone can shop! 

August 6 items go back up to full price

Click here to become a card member to gain early access to the Anniversary Sale amongst many other great benefits! You can only shop the sale if you have the card. 

The 2018 Anniversary Sale Catalog

The 2018 catalog is here with a preview of a handful of the items that will be in the sale. I'm already making my list so I can grab what I want before it's gone! Check out the first glimpse of the catalog here and keep note of what you're going to buy.

Are you as excited as I am to shop the sale? I look forward to this almost as much as Christmas! It's definitely one you won't want to miss! Make sure you subscribe to my blog below so you don't miss any updates that I put out going forward, the sale is so fast paced and the good stuff flies so fast, I don't want you all to miss out on ANYTHING. 

Amazon Fashion Favorites: Summer 2018

This has been such a long anticipated post! I have found so many amazing pieces this summer from Amazon and if you follow me on Instagram I've been sharing each item as I get them, but how much easier to just be able to shop ALL of my amazing finds in one place. I've rounded up all of the items I'm loving from Amazon in this blog post for your convenience! Yay!

Check out my friend Jenna’s post for take on Amazon shopping and her affordable fashion finds!

Ok, let's get started. 

You all know my obsession with woven bags this year so of course I had to take advantage of the amazing affordable options I found on Amazon. Here are the bags you've seen me carrying over the past couple months: 

Another trend I've been all over is the hats! They hide the "mom-hair" nicely and step up an outfit of basics instantly to the next level! Fedoras and panama hats have been the two styles I'm loving, but anything woven has my heart (as you've noticed) so if you have any other great hat suggestions, send them my way! Here are the ones I've been wearing non-stop. 

So fun sunnies have been super on trend this summer and I am loving all of the different affordable styles that are available, no need to shell out for the designer ones when there are identical dupes on Amazon! Here are the sun glasses I've found and have been on repeat this summer. 

Ok some last random things here, I wear this Gucci inspired belt at least once a week, and I recently found out that my favorite felt hangers are available on Amazon for cheaper than I've been able to find anywhere else and they include pant clips too! Woop woop! Check those out below

Hope you all enjoyed this first edition of Amazon fashion finds! I'm sure I will be doing a post similar to this every few months as I find more and more amazing pieces to order.  Let me know in the comments your best Amazon fashion find! I'd love to add more to my collection! 

Thanks for stopping by!

xo

A Spring Outfit and Cotton Candy Trees

I was so desperate to get cherry blossom pictures this year.

Last year I was very pregnant and hoped to snag some maternity shots with the amazing blooming trees, but I never got the opportunity. There is a very small window of time, I'm talking 7ish days that these trees bloom before the petals fall off, and with all of the rain this month I knew it would be an even smaller window. Of course there wasn't one nice day in the forecast in the foreseeable future, but the trees were already blooming to their full potential and even dropping petals already so I knew I had to trek out into the cold and rain to get my pictures if I wanted them at all, and hope for a break in the rain (spoiler: it only rained harder).

Although it was cold and wet, Stella and I had an amazing time with our good friend (and volunteer photographer) Krysta. We drove all the way down to the State Capitol building, almost an hour away from Portland! We even got to stop by and visit the Salem, Oregon Nordstrom store to say goodbye, one day before they shuttered it's doors for good! Here are some of the shots we got. You can tell by my soggy hair that the rain was relentless... I really had to brighten up the exposure to make these pictures look like Spring and not mid-Winter. All of my outfit details are linked below! Enjoy! 

Necklace: Gorjana, Top: J Crew, Blazer: H&M, Denim: Universal Thread, Shoes: A New Day