Be Thankful

"No one has ever become poor by giving." -Anne Frank

Happy Thanksgiving!

I hope you have a wonderful day celebrating all that you have with your family and friends! This quotes gives a new perspective on this day. Yes, we should reflect on all that we are lucky to have, but also think about the people who do not have a safe and loving home filled with people they love. Be sure to give time to people in need. I promise you will gain more than you can imagine than any time you may lose. Something as little as donating food to a shelter will go miles. Thank you so much for reading.

Have a lovely weekend and don't be afraid to take an extra slice of pie!

Would you rather...

Boots or booties?

Hey, November! Where did you come from? Well, after months and months of sandals, I am always so excited to break out the boots and to create outfits around them. But then comes the decision of which pair to wear? Do you go for the edgy black leather booties or the classic brown riding boots? Decisions, decisions...

I'm more of a tall riding boots person, but I also love the look of booties with a dress or sweater. Here are some classic looks that give ideas on how to wear both boot styles.

{All images via Pinterest}

So tell me......boots or booties? I know I need to pick up a new pair of OTK boots!

It is crazy to think Thanksgiving is in two weeks and Christmas will be here before you know it! I am cherishing all things fall before we have to say goodbye for a whole year. Soon it will be all about peppermint and sparkly gifts {and I have no problems with that}! How has your fall been so far?

"I have chosen to be happy because it is good for my health." -Voltaire

Fall Beauty Inspiration

Is it weird to have a favorite make-up season? Well if it's wrong, then I do not want to be right!


Fall make-up is all about dark, sultry colors like plum, bronze, and scarlet (and these might just be my favorite colors!). I am in love with fall make-up looks and I have been overwhelmed with inspiration from Pinterest, YouTube, and around the Internet. This look from Jaclyn Hill - LOVE! I love a dark bronze eye paired with a deep plum lip, or even smoky eye with a nude lip. They are so perfect for fall to go with sweaters and dresses. Although these looks may be more for the evening, I have been loving a subtle-smoky brown eye paired with a glossy pink-plum lip for everyday.

Nails are just as important as make-up. Ironically I love the same colors for my nails - browns, purples, and nudes. Recently I have been switching between a dark purple-almost-brown color and a nude nail with glitter. Random fact - my favorite nail polish brand is Ulta. The colors are so pigmented and most of them are quite glossy on their own. They are pretty durable and they last me about five to six days with a base coat, two color coats and sometimes a top coat. Also you can usually catch them on sale for two dollars a bottle, yep that's right TWO dollars! Definitely try the shade "Aubergine Queen", it's my favorite. The nude color I have been using is OPI Tutti Fruti Tonga. It's an old shade so I'm not sure if it is still available. Other colors perfect for fall are reds, blues and any pretty much any deep color. I am in love with the Essie Fall Collection, so definitely check it out!

And as for hair, two words: volume and waves.

Here's some inspiration...

 

1 // 2 // 3 // 4

 

Happy fall!

 

September Favorites

Why hello, October!

For me, fall doesn't really begin until late November when temperatures finalllly cool down in the south. However, I can still pretend that fall has begun, right? October is the month when pumpkins are a' plenty and you can finally break out all the fall decor and recipes. October is the true beginning of fall to me and I am itching to break out the sweaters and riding boots. Here are some of my favorites for the past month...

• PSL: Yup. I'm fairly basic, but I really don't care as long as I have a Pumpkin Spice Latte from Starbucks. The warm flavors bring such a happy, cozy mood that they can cause quite an addiction. This is my go-to order for fall {except for the occasional Cinnamon Dolce Latte - my other love} as I have to sip down as many as I can before they go out and the Christmas flavors come out {is it too early to be thinking about Christmas?}. I'm also eager to try out the newest fall drink - Toasted Graham Latte - anyone try it yet?
• Fall Premieres: Possibly more exciting than lattes are the start-ups of all my favorite fall shows. Grey's Anatomy - yup! Scandal - oh yes! Castle - so exciting! I have been missing them all summer and I finally feel complete with their return! {dramatic much? Go Gladiators!}
• Essie Fall Collection: Basically Essie took all my favorite colors and put together a collection with them - kidding! But really the colors are beautiful with my favorite being the deep plum. Even without buying the whole set, I was inspired by the colors and used my own collection at home to get my nails ready for fall!
• September Issues: Every year I look forward to this month's issues as they are HUGE and filled with inspiration for the upcoming season. I am especially loving Queen B on the cover of Vogue - she is stunning as always!
• Brand New by Ben Rector: I came across this song on another blog, and I have been obsessed with it this month! It's so happy, catchy, and definitely causes spontaneous dance parties! You MUST listen to it now and let me know what you think!
• Spotify: I have been very loyal to my Pandora stations for forever, but I recently switched to Spotify, and am not turning back anytime soon! Why didn't someone tell me about the amazingness that is Spotify. It was slightly intimidating at first but I am slowly building up my song playlist and I love it so much. I love how I can pick all my favorite songs. It's so perfect for study sessions. Life changing - yes!

Do you have any favorites in common with me? Do tell below!

Another reason I love fall is that bikini season is over and sweater season is approaching. This means no more calorie {or cookie} counting for a while and cozy over-sized sweaters can cover up any gains! I hope you have a delightful week and I'll be back soon with some more fall inspiration.

"Everyday is a new beginning. Stay away from what might have been and look what can be."

 

Trendy Thursday: Fringe Everything!

Good Morning!

As you probably know, last week was New York Fashion Week. I always love following along via social media to see the beautiful looks walking down the runways. One trend that has been quite repetitive is FRINGE! This trend will be perfect this fall to accompany the growing 70s boho style as seen with peasant tops and flared jeans.

I put together some simple, affordable ways to wear this trend this fall. One of my favorites is the fringe boots; they seem so effortless and are an easy way to add texture to an outfit.

Fringe Booties // Black Tank // Tall Fringe Boots // Black Mini // Tote Bag // Scarf

Can you imagine twirling in that mini skirt?? Also note that the faux suede tote bag is currently 50% off, making it just over $25! What a steal and a perfect fall basic! What is your favorite way to wear fringe this fall?

As always, thanks so much for reading!

Here are my past fall fashion posts:

Ankle Boots

Fall Colors and Prints

Fall Outfit #1

Fall Outfit #2

 

PS...I updated my "About Me" page, so click the link to the right!

Summer Florals

Pom-Pom Scarf  // Garnet Dress // Romper // Slide-On Sneakers // Floral Tote

 

 

Although florals are typically associated with spring, they easily transition into summer and even fall! The most versatile floral patterns are warmer colors like reds, purples and deep pinks. I put together some items that will be sure to transition seamlessly throughout the seasons. Bonus: all items are $120 or less and mostly on sale! I think those floral slide-ons are perfect for summer travels. They also would be darling with skinnies and a oversized t-shirt this fall.

 

Happy Thursday!

 

 

Six Faux Leather Jackets under $100

1. Collection B  2. Two by Vince Camuto  3. JCPenney  4. JCPenney  5. Charlotte Russe  6. Guess

*Hurry while the Veterans Day sales are still on!*

As the temps are getting lower, I am finding myself in need of jackets to keep warm this fall and winter. Unfortunately for those who like to save a pretty penny, leather jackets can get quite expensive. A great alternative to leather is faux leather, of course. From a mere $25, any of these jackets will keep you cozy and on-trend this fall.

A leather, or faux leather, jacket is an extremely versatile piece. It can be layered over a simple top or can be dressed up over a cocktail dress. However you wear it, it is sure to be a staple in your closet.

Happy Weekend!

Trendy Thursday: Ankle Boots

Since it is finally fall {yay!}, there is no doubt that we all need a pair of boots. Not only do they keep your toes warm in the colder temperatures, they also are super easy to throw on with a dress and leggings or tucked into some good ol' jeans. Typically I love leather boots that hit right below my knees, but this fall I'm digging the ankle boot.


They are so effortless to wear and are something different to add to your fall wardrobe. Plus if you have skinny calves, like me, they don't look like you are wearing boots five sizes too big.



These celebs are pairing their boots with black skinnies and flippy minis.

Here, I am sharing some of my favorite ankle boots out there...

 

1 Zara // 2 Steve Madden // 3 Nina // 4 Julianne Hough for Sole Society

Do you prefer ankle boots or taller boots?

Celebrate the start of Fall with some fun ankle boots.

 

 

 

Photo Credits: Reese Witherspoon  Selena Gomez  Jessica Alba  Rosie Huntington-Whiteley

Six Prints and Colors to Wear this Fall

1 Black and White // 2 Gold (think jewelry!) // 3 Army Green // 4 Plaid // 5 Houndstooth // 6 Leopard

 

I cannot believe Fall is actually here! I am loving the cooler temperatures, pumpkin spice lattes and beginning to break out the Fall sweaters. Any of these six trends would be a lovely addition to any one's fall wardrobe.

Which trend are you looking to incorporate into your fall closet?

Happy Monday!

Credits: 1 2 3 4 5 6
 

Fall Fur

Dress: H&M  Vest: H&M Boot: Sam Edelman  Jewelry: Tasha Vince Camuto  Wallet: Tory Burch

Fall Black and White

 Blazer: Michael Kors  Sweater: J. Crew  Jeans: Paige Denim  Earrings: Tory Burch  Shoes: Zara  Wallet: Burberry

Happy Monday!

What color should you wear this fall?

You may remember, last season the color was mint. Everything mint. But this fall the it color is..

COBALT BLUE.

I am loving this color! It is a super fun pop of color that can be dressed up for special occasions,  or you can add a splash into your daily dress code.

Shoes  Dress  Necklace  Tote  Skirt

 

 

Even a splash of cobalt, like a bag or necklace, will have you trendy for fall. Or you could go bigger and try a dress or blouse.

 

 

I am loving these trendy jewel tones like emerald and cobalt-sapphire! Remember Ellie Saab's fall/winter line in Paris? See it here.

 

So tell me.. will you try cobalt this fall?

 

Have a bright and early Monday!

 



Paris Haute Couture Week 2013

If you are super into the world of fashion, then you may know this past  week was ...
Paris Haute Couture.

A week of runways and models showcasing the future trends of the upcoming seasons ahead, all in the city of love, Paris (feel free to say that in your best French accent)! Incredible designers such as Ellie Saab, Chanel, and Dior display their chic collections for the fall and winter seasons. As I am looking through the photos of the models, I am in awe of the beautiful designs that have been created by these genius fashion icons. But I can't keep these all to myself, so here are some of my favorite looks from this fashionable week.

ELLIE SAAB. Saab's dresses are to die for! This collection showcases beautiful jewel tones such as emerald, ruby, and sapphire. Would you not die to wear any of these?? And what do you think about the final dress? Beyond gorgeous, right?
 

 

 

  

DIOR. Dior ventured outside of the typical fall browns, oranges, and plums, and went with very vibrant colors with lots of electric blue and red punches. His looks are very couture and super unique.
 

 

 

 

 

CHANEL. One word describes this show. Tweed. Lagerfeld's collection is all about tweed, with every look showing the endless possibilities of this Fall-forward fabric.



 

 

 

So...what did you think? All three of these designers have trends that I will definitly be looking for this fall and winter.

 

Jewel tones, vibrant pops of color, and tweed. Which of these did you love the most?

 

 

Have a terrific Tuesday!

 

 

 

 

If you want more pics of the Paris Haute Couture shows, click on this link, where I recieved all of these pics from.