Affordable Off The Shoulder Top and Snakeskin Shoes!

Fall came to Portland overnight and I am so excited for everything that comes along with the cooler weather (although I could do without the non-stop rain)! Sweaters, apple cider doughnuts, hot cocoa, chunky knit scarves, boots and booties, I could go on and on! This adorable off the shoulder top has been on major repeat for me since it came in, I love the color and the weight is perfect for fall because it’s lightweight enough to not get too hot but covers enough to keep you warm during this transitional time of year. Plus, how cute is this color?! It comes in a few other colors, runs true to size and it SO affordable for all of you frugal fashionistas like myself!

Everyone is all about the snake print trend, and these AMAZING shoes that I got last winter are back this year and available right now in all sizes! They are surprisingly comfortable for being a point toe heeled shoe and they are perfect for daily wear. Paired with a good pair of dark wash skinnies (and of course a hat), this look is 100% my go-to vibe for the cooler months.

Leave a comment at the end of this post about what you’re most excited for this fall!

OUTFIT DETAILS

Top // Jeans // Shoes // Bag // Customizable Ring // Sunglasses // Necklace //

I am gathering supplies in preparation of an amazing DIY front porch fall decor post and I can’t wait for you all to see the space come together! Also coming this week, my long awaited traveling guide for flying with a toddler! Let me know below if you have a particular fall blog post request and as always don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss a post!

Thanks for reading!

xo

My Week in Outfits - August 12th

I really felt a burst of motivation this week and I am going to work really hard at picking up posting more regularly on my blog! That being said, I’m holding myself to a daunting goal of posting my real-life, mom friendly, yet still stylish outfits on here EVERY. DAY. If you know me, you are well aware that I don’t have people around me on the regular at my beck and call to take my outfit photos so I will be lugging my tripod out with me every day to get some quality shots of what I’m wearing coffee/toddler stains and all!

Come back to this post every day to help hold me accountable… let’s see how many weeks I can keep this up!

(We’re already starting on a Tuesday, did I fail before I even started?! Haha)

Tuesday 8/13

Lace Cami and Denim Shorts

(comment below if you see the coffee stain LOL)

Lace Cami // Shorts // Shoes // Hat // Necklace

ABOVE OUFIT DETAILS:

Lace Cami // Shorts // Shoes // Hat // Necklace

Wednesday 8/14

T-Shirt Dress and Chambray Top

I struggled with lighting today when taking these photos so apologies for the weird coloring! I’ll do better tomorrow, promise!

OUTFIT ABOVE DETAILS:

Dress // Chambray Button Down // Shoes // Necklace // Hair Clip //

Thursday 8/15

Leopard Top and Button Fly Jeans

Dropped the ball today and forgot to take an actual outfit photo but everything I wore is linked below this random shot I took when I was testing lighting haha!

OUTFIT ABOVE DETAILS:

Leopard Top // Denim // Shoes //

Friday 8/16

Dressed up Basics

OUTFIT ABOVE DETAILS:

Top // Jeans // Sweater (old, sorry) // Necklace // Custom Name Ring

Well, that was actually much harder than I thought it would be. I think I figured out the sweet spot/time for lighting in the area I’ve been taking my photos, so next week should be much more consistent!

Hope you enjoyed this first week in outfits!

xo

Summer Whites With Loft!

DRESS // JACKET // BRACELET // SHOES || GIA’S DRESS // BAG //

Something about wearing white in the summer just feels right. It’s fresh, cool and always looks good. When you’re looking for the best pieces to match together for the perfect summer white look, think about layering textures and prints. I love the print of this shift dress with the weight of this solid white denim jacket, it really makes the jacket stand out, in turn giving the dress it’s own space to shine! Can we talk about how pretty this bracelet is too?!

These photos are all shot by the amazing and talented Beatriz! Here is her Instagram and website.

Five Spring Trends and How to Wear Them!

Spring fashion is so fun, everyone is emerging from their leggings and chunky knits to the flexibility of wearing more fun styles! Some Spring trends survive through the years and some evolve, as you’ll read in this post. I’ve rounded up the top 5 trends that we’re already seeing this trend and that will definitely be carried into the summer in a big way!

Natural Elements

Natural details are so beachy and effortless, one of my favorite trends for Spring and one of the easiest elements to add into any ensemble! I love a good woven bag or basket bag for most Spring outfits but this past month I’ve been expanding to straw shoes and even jewelry like the cute earrings shown below! You can really add a natural element into any outfit without difficulty, just balance out your accessories so that you don’t have an overwhelming amount of any one color of neutral or texture.

Outfit Details: HAT // EARRINGS // SWEATER // SHORTS //

Wear just a couple of natural elements like this hat and these earrings if you’re unsure how to pair items, just start with one until you’re more comfortable mixing and matching textures and colors!

Outfit details: HAT // TOP // KIMONO // BAG // JEANS // SHOES //

Balance out your items like I did here, my shoes, bag, and hat are all natural elements with different colors and textures, worn far enough apart on my body that they compliment each other perfectly. This is one of my favorite Spring outfits this year!

Clear Accessories

This is one trend I never thought I would grow to love! I remember being so against clear accessories just a few years ago, but now that they’re back in full force and being styled much more effectively, I’m here for it 100%! This trend can be tricky because you don’t want to over-do it. You also have to be careful what kind of item you choose. This trend is meant to be minimal but also pack a punch with these fun conversation-starting pieces! A good place to start is with a handbag with a clear element like this one here, I bought it in white and have had a lot of fun wearing it both casually and dressed up. The insert is also removable for versatility! I would love to pick up a fun pair of clear sandals I’m loving these ones in particular. There are lots of clear statement earrings and other jewelry as well, I’ve tagged all of my favorite clear accessories below!

OUTFIT DETAILS: HAT // DRESS // BAG // SHOES //

This bag is an easy and versatile piece to start out with for working clear accessories into your outfits, I definitely want to add more clear accessories like the bangles in the carousel, and those resin hoop earrings, so fab!

Floral Print

I know, I know. Florals for Spring, but hear me out. This year is different! Florals are back in a big, and bold way. We’re mixing and matching florals and other patterns - the brighter the better! Small print florals are huge but I’m working to ease my way in with the patterns. I’ve never been a big pattern wearer but I decided to give them a chance this season.! The floral dress below is one of my favorites because it’s a neutral and the print is bigger and less busy. It is more of a minimal pattern which makes it easier to match accessories. Sticking with neutrals will help you if you are feeling unsure about where to start patterns like me! I love all of the natural elements of this outfit too, mixing all of the trends!

Outfit Details: HAT // NECKLACE // DRESS // BAG // SHOES //

Hair Accessories

Head bands, hear scarfs, barrettes, bedazzled bobby pins, scrunchies, they’re all trending! I have always been a hair accessory kind of girl so now that it’s cool again, I’m loving all of the fun new options to try! The most popular and recognized item lately has to be there pearl barrettes. They are such an easy, throw-on-and-go kind of item. You really don’t even need any other accessories when you wear a statement item in your hair! I’ll often wear my dainty layered necklaces with a fun hair accessory, but I don’t want to wear anything that will compete too much. I shared them in my Amazon try-on blog post and saved in my Instagram highlights!

Bright Color

Pastels will always be popular for Spring but this year we’re seeing lots of bright colors too! Yellow and red have been huge contenders but nothing is off limits when it comes to this trend! I’ve always been a neutral girl at heart but I’ve been having so much fun experimenting with color recently, I don’t think I’ll ever go back to wearing just neutrals again! This trend can be scary because it is so bold, but like every other trend you can start with small pieces. I like to wear just one bright color, like a top or pair of shoes and then have the rest of my outfit be somewhat simple so my bright colored piece really pops as the statement of the look. I would love to try a monochrome outfit soon, I’m thinking head to toe in red would be really amazing and such a fun and bold statement!

Outfit Details: HAT // DRESS // BAG // SHOES //

Outfit Details: HAT // SWEATER // LEGGINGS // SHOES //

Thank you for stopping by my blog, don’t forget to pin your favorite outfits and leave a comment below!

xo

Amazon Spring Try-On Haul!

Amazon has been my favorite place to shop for clothes recently! The prices are great, and with Prime I can get my items in 2 days with free shipping and returns! I’ve been sharing a ton of cute Amazon pieces in my daily faves on my Instagram and the most common questions I get are about fit and sizing since Amazon can be hit and miss as it is such a huge online store filled with so many different brands and pieces. I figured I’d go on the hunt and find some great Spring items that I could put to the test for you all and share how they look, fit, feel, and all of the other details you might be interested in knowing before you place your order on Amazon. I also have a page for my Amazon finds here on the blog! It is a permanent page that I constantly add pieces too, items I own and items I have my eye on! For reference I am 5’9” tall and am a true size Medium!

I also shared this entire try-on on my Instagram stories, saved to the highlight named “Amazon".”

This post is not sponsored, but I do earn a small commission when you make a purchase using my affiliate links. I appreciate all of your support so much!

OUTFIT ABOVE: Hat // Dress // Shoes // Bracelet // Bag //

THIS DRESS: runs TTS, has an added slip in the skirt portion and elastic around the waist which adds extra comfort! The tie is removable, could be a cute hair or bag accessory. Comes in a handful of other cute colors, so fun for Easter or brunch with the girls! I’m wearing a size Medium.

MY BAG: Perfectly inspired by the Cult Gaia brand bamboo bag! I love this cute thing so much! It is super structured and doesn’t fit a ton, but it’s great for lunch with the girls or a fun Spring or Summer event! I always get so many compliments on it when I bring it out, such a statement piece!

THESE SHOES: great dupes for the Steve Madden “Greece” sandal, such an amazing price point, I wore these babies OUT last summer and it’s time to stock up on more colors for this year. I’m thinking I’ll purchase the white ones next! Obsessed!

THE HAT: This hat is adorable and just gives me all the country, garden-y vibes. It is super wide-brimmed and is such a fun statement at an amazing price point!

THAT BRACELET: looks just like David Yurman, but affordable! I love this bracelet and I plan to buy other styles from the same seller to create a fun arm party!

OUTFIT ABOVE: Hat// Dress // Bag // Bracelet // Shoes (not Amazon)

THIS DRESS: my new favorite dress! I’ve already worn it more than a handful of times since I got it in. It runs TTS if not a tiny bit big. I only sized up for the extra length because I’m 5’9! I’m wearing a Large here but if I was shorter I totally could have work a Medium or even a Small. There is a ton of extra material in the middle section, The ruffles are so fun, and you know I love me some polka dots!

THAT HAT: kinda like Rag & Bone but sooo much better because you don’t have to drop your entire paycheck for this one! I love this hat for year-round! Comes in a ton of colors too.

MY BAG: I love a good, round bag for summer! This one is so fun and looks designer. I’ve had it since last summer, it came in with an interesting smoky smell that wore off over time. I Love this bag for Spring!

OUTFIT ABOVE: Hat // Earrings // Sweater // Shorts // Shoes (not Amazon)

THESE SHORTS: YOU GUYS. I am in love! They have a stretchy, elastic paper bag waist with an attached tie. Run a little bit small but they are so dang cute and comfy! I sized up to a Large and they fit perfectly.

THIS SWEATER: My sweater runs really large, I would size down unless you like your sweaters really oversized and slouchy (I love it oversized, I kept my true size here).

THOSE EARRINGS: These earrings are so fun! They make me want to go on a tropical vacation… giving me total Baublebar vibes but for a fraction of the cost. Love!

MY HAT: My new favorite hat! I promise you this will be my go-to this Spring and Summer! I already can’t get enough of it. Reminds me of Eric Javits, but much more affordable. It goes with every outfit, casual or dressy!

OUTFIT ABOVE: Hat // Sweater // Skirt // Bag // Shoes (Not Amazon) //

THIS SKIRT: I am BLOWN. AWAY. by the quality of this skirt! Absolute perfection and super affordable, I 100% thought this skirt would be a return but I took a chance on it and I’m so glad I did! I got my true size, there are other patterned options to choose from. Definitely going back for one of the floral ones too! Such a perfect piece for spring and summer!

THE BAG: I’ve had this bag since last summer and it is not only my most reached for bag in the Spring and Summer, but most affordable bag I own! I want to buy one for everyone I know. It goes with everything, so versatile and cute!

All other outfit details described in previous outfit!

OUTFIT ABOVE: Jumpsuit // Bag // Hair Clip // Shoes (Not Amazon)

MY JUMPSUIT: I honestly CAN’T EVEN with how comfortable this jumpsuit is! The material is stretchy, which was such an unexpected but good surprise! I feel like this piece looks so much more expensive than it is. The sizing is a little strange for me… I have a long torso so even though I sized up it is still a little short on me, but not to the point that I can’t wear it. I probably could have even sized up one more! Keep this in mind if you’re tall like me. If you’re shorter or more petite sizing is probably more true for you!

THESE BARRETTES: An Absolute must have for Spring! These little accessories have come back from the 90’s with a vengeance and I couldn’t be more excited! I love that they are super versatile and classic, yet make such a statement for a small accessory!

THIS HANDBAG: Another amazing find! This bag looks just like it’s designer counterpart that is super expensive. I found this beauty by accident and am so excited to share it with you all! The insert and handles are an embossed croc pattern, and the insert is removable! I love a piece that can be worn different ways and I know I’ll be reaching for this bag all season long!

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Thank you for stopping by! Stay tuned for part two of this Spring haul, coming soon!

xo

The Perfect Lace Kimono Outfit

Today Dustin and I got to enjoy a few blissful kid-free hours to run all over town doing boring grown-up stuff like going to the post office, picking up toilet paper from Costco and finally getting some returns done that had been sitting in the car for a week. It felt nice to be able to speed through our errands, but I sure missed my little Stella bean! It’s funny how even a few hours apart can be so hard, but when you spend 24/7 with your little munchkin it’s hard to be away even for a little while!

Check out my post on Mom Guilt

I wore this SUPER cute lace kimono c/o Chic Wish, it is such a versatile piece and I can’t wait for it to warm up so I can use it as a swim cover-up or paired with some denim shorts! Chic Wish just got in a ton of super cute summer items like this dress you saw me wear on our Salishan trip on the coast, and this flowy tunic that is everyone’s favorite top! I’ll link some more of my personal favorite Chic Wish pieces at the end of this post!

Salishan Resort and Spa - Photo Diary

Outfit Details

// KIMONO // TOP // JEANS // SHOES // BAG // HAT //

More Chic Wish Items I Love:

Hope you all are having an amazing weekend!

xo

Four Casual Outfits + My Target Fashion Favorites!

Your girl is a fan of affordable fashion, I’m sure you know this by now. Target has been a go-to of mine lately and I decided it would be convenient to round up some of my favorite Target pieces from outfits I’ve work lately so you can see them and shop them all in one post! Target is KILLING it in the fashion department lately and I am HERE. FOR. IT.

Make sure to stay to the end of the post to see a huge round-up of all of my favorite Target finds, including shoes and loungewear.

// Top // Shorts // Hat // Crescent Necklace // Bar Necklace //

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// Dress // Hat // Shoes // Bag // Necklace //

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// Top // Jeans // Booties // Bag // Necklace //

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// Top // Jeans (Color: “Make or Break”) // Hat // Shoes //

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