Summer Weddings

Anyone else have a thousand weddings to go to this summer? I know technically "summer" is coming to a close - but let's be real, for all us southern girls, it's going to be just as hot all the way into October. There's nothing worse than being at an outdoor wedding in a thick formal dress, sweating all of your makeup off. Am I right!? It's the worst!

But no fear. I've found the solution! This little blue dress from Eliza J is the perfect dress for those steaming hot weddings. It's still a heavier fabric, making it appropriate for those formal ceremonies - but it's oddly breathable and cool. I love the scallop detailing and the off the shoulder neckline. So flirty and feminine! I can guarantee you I'll be reaching for this dress all wedding season long! You can snag this beauty here!

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Fiesta Dress

Back at it today with another off the shoulder (OTS) dress! Pretty sure half of my closet now consists of OTS dresses and tops. I'm praying this trend never goes out of style because I'm in love with it. Its flattering on everyone and is so versatile - dressy, casual, you name it...there's an OTS outfit for that.

This dress is a new favorite. I'm a sucker for embroidery and this dress has it all! The perfect chambray color (neutral enough to wear with anything) and the prettiest floral detailing. And we can't forget the cute little sleeves! I love a good ruffle. This one is from my friends over at Chicwish and you can grab this dress here! I added some of my go-to accessories. Everyone needs a good floppy hat. If you don't have one yet, go get one! You won't regret it. And of course I can't go anywhere without my purse. So when I was styling this look - I reached for my all time favorite, a simple brown cross body! Goes with any outfit, is easy to wear and has enough storage to hold the essentials. Shop this look below!

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hat (similar)

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Fall Layers

So...it's already basically winter in Arkansas, but I'm soaking up all the fall fashion I can get. I have a new found love for over the knee boots. They're perfect for when you still want to wear a dress - but it's freezing out. Plus, this pair is super comfy {and won't break the bank which is always a plus}.

For me, layers are a necessity in the fall. I'm hot one minute and freezing the next. This corduroy shirt dress is literally the best! You can wear it by itself or wear it open and layer it with anything. Plus, it's a great neutral color, so it goes with everything! When I'm running out the door, I can grab it whenever I think I may need a jacket later. It was the perfect pair for this lace-up dress. It's short sleeve - but it's pretty thick! Which I love because it's not clingy and it's heavy enough to hang well. Both of these dresses are from my friends over at Shop Maude. If you haven't checked them out yet, you're missing out! One of my all-time favorite boutiques.

And no outfit is complete without a little bling. Y'all know I can never say enough fabulous things about Kendra Scott. And this earring/necklace combo is no different. Plus their new line of necklaces have the best clasp ever. You can slide the clasp to make the necklace into a choker, or a pendant or anywhere in between! 

xoxo

lace up dress

corduroy shirt dress

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earrings (sadly this color is sold out, but amethyst is on sale here!)

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Seeing Stripes with Zaful

I think stripes are my ultimate pattern love. Don't get me wrong, I love a good polka dot, but stripes have always been my favorite. So when I ran across this striped swing dress, I knew I had to have it! It's super affordable - under $20 from Zaful - and it's ridiculously comfy. So easy to throw on and go for a casual weekend, or a day exploring on vacation! Zaful is the perfect website to head to when you're looking for a fashion forward piece that isn't going to break the bank. Their site is easy to navigate and they can ship it to you in no time.

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Golden Summer

So for some odd reason, I decided it was a great idea to shoot barefoot in a creek bed. Why? Who knows. But I can say from first hand experience that stepping on sharp, mossy rocks may not have been my best idea - BUT beauty is pain ammirite!?

And this gold dress (from my favorite friends over at Maude) deserved a gorgeous background! So it was totally worth it. This dress is the perfect shade of gold and has the most intricate braided detailing in the back!  Plus - y'all know how much I love flowy dresses for warmer temps; so easy to throw on and go. And added bonus, this dress is under $70, machine washable and ships free!! 

To make it feel even more summery, I paired it with a pop of turquoise. This layered necklace takes all the guess work out of jewelry - no pairing required because it's already done for you!

Hope you're all enjoying your summer! Check out all the details on this look below. 

xoxo

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Step Into Spring

Spring has officially sprung! And with Easter just around the corner, it's time to bring out the bright hues! I teamed up with my friends over at The Mint Julep Boutique to style the perfect spring outfit to wear to church, brunch with the girls (or really any occasion)! This vivid fuchsia screams spring and the dress is right on trend with the high-low hemline. Obviously I had to top it off with my go-to Kendra Scott jewelry and one of my favorite statement necklaces! I've found the more jewelry, the better - when in doubt...add another layer.

I've also had SO many of you ask me about my hair. Hopefully one of these days I'll be able to post a full tutorial. But I use a one inch curling iron and either curl (with the clamp) or wrap my hair around it (in these photos I used the clamp, but typically I use the iron as a wand). Then I set my curls with small metal clips for about 5 minutes, then add lots of hairspray! 

Happy Spring!

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clutch (similar)

Christmas Eve

It's almost here! I love Christmas time. Celebrating the birth of my Lord and Savior while eating ridiculous amounts of food with the people I love - it doesn't get much better! But along with all the holiday celebrations comes party attire. I searched long and hard for the perfect Christmas dress and I finally found it. This ruffle dress from Camilyn Beth is to DIE for. It's the perfect shade of cranberry and has the cutest little gold snaps on the back. And the best part is that I can continue to wear this dress all year - even in the summer, it's the perfect dress for any formal affair. 

Obviously once you find the perfect dress, you also have to find the perfect accessories. Because I couldn't wear a necklace with this dress I chose to pair it with some serious statement earrings. These blingy long earrings are some of my all-time favorites, but they're clearly on the dressier side so I can only pull them out every once in a while. I also added this gorgeous ring from Chloe and Isabel (be sure to visit my friend Sarah Rose's shop). It's still a statement piece, but it's neutral enough to go with anything! 

I hope you all are enjoying the holidays with your loved ones! The details for this look are linked below.

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Earrings (similar)

Coat (sold out - similar)