:: camo + pink ::

sweater: f21 (similar) | pants: target | shoes: elie tahari (similar) | shades: UO | watch : michael kors | bangles: f21, apricot lane, unknown | necklace : diy | ring : ysl | lipstick : ysl lingerie pink

I've been lusting over anything and everything camouflage and knew I needed to add it to my wardrobe ASAP.  But since it's a little trendy I didn't want to spend a lot of money on something I'll probably get rid of in a couple of seasons.  I was so excited to find these at Target for such a cheap price - they were perfect! And at only $20 something dollars, I don't feel as bad if I give them away later. And because I love pale pink and green together (who am I kidding, I love pale pink with anything) I topped it all off with my fave cat eye sunglasses, lipstick, and pointy toe flats.  Next time, I'd love to pair these pants with a hint of leather - give it some edge!

Hope you all have a great weekend! xo

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Friday Fancies : Road Trip

shirt: old navy  |  skirt : american apparel  | shoes: nike  | glasses : F21

As much as I love to dress up and be girly and polished, some days I like to put something together that is a little unexpected.  Normally, I'd be appalled at the idea of tennis shoes + a skirt / dress, but I think the glasses helped pull it together to make it more playful.  It kind of  gives it a look of " I meant to do this" vs. "I didn't know any better".  And with that mostly un-comprehendable thought, I'll bid you adieu and wish you a very happy weekend.  I'm hoping that swimming is in my very near future.

p.s. apparently Wendy and I are kindred spirits of sorts.  Check out her cute blog and how she styled an almost identical look.

:: Light & Loose ::

top: f21  | pants : old navy  | shoes: elie tahari  | purse : tj maxx  |  watch: michael kors  |  necklace: egypt  | sunnies : UO

Some of you may have already seen a few of these photos over on Pink Peonies, but I thought I'd share the rest of them here.  This has basically been my go to uniform as of late.  With the summer heat refusing to budge I need something light and loose to keep me comfortable.  Usually I'd stay far far away from jeans, but surprisingly boyfriend jeans with their loose fit are the perfect denim solution.  And with that little tip, I bid you adieu and hope you have a simply marvelous weekend.

Marvelous darling.

Linking up to Friday Fancies here.

:: Birthday Weekend ::

dress:  zara  |  shoes:  elie tahari  |  purse:  furla  |  belt & baubles: f21 & ysl

It's crazy to think that we took these photos back in May during our California trip.  I had my eye on this dress for a while, but could never seem to find it online.  After hunting down different Zara locations I finally found it and I'm so glad that I did.  I've already worn it three times, and it's a party on it's own.  Nothing like a fun dress to get you in good spirits!

I hope you all have a lovely weekend!  Tomorrow's my birthday but I'm not sure yet just how we'll be spending it - but I'm hoping glitter and cake are involved!

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oh hello there, capitol

Sweater: Ann Taylor  |  Chambray:  Old Navy  | Pants: The Limited  |  Shoes: Elie Tahari  |  Bag:  Furla  |  Sunnies :  UO  | 

I'm D.C bound this weekend!  Right now I'm probably sitting in an airplane with my two sisters and mom off to celebrate the wedding of one of my most favorite cousins.  I'm super excited to spend time with some family and get to meet ones that I've never met before.  Hope you have a lovely weekend too!

p.s. snapped these a few weeks ago in chilly San Diego.  No way I'd be able to wear this in the current Memphis heat , we're in the upper 90's - yowza!  As always, linking up to Friday Fancies :-)

Friday Fancies : White Hot

dress: AE (old)  |  cardigan : F21 |  tote: Zara  |  sandals : Cynthia Rowley  |  sunnies:  UO  | baubles: f21, apricot lane, jessica simpson, and ebay

For this weeks Friday Fancies I thought I'd throw in a little Hollywood action.  I thought we were going to be faced with painfully hot days so I packed some light colored pieces.    (Semi) Unfortunately, it really wasn't that hot.  While part of me really, really  wanted it to be bright and sunny so that I can enjoy the beach and come back with a nice glow, the other part was thankful that we could explore without dying from the heat.  

The best thing about this particular day was that while we were intentionally looking for the Hollywood sign (we didn't get too close though) we unintentionally stumbled upon Hollywood Boulevard.  We were walking around and suddenly I see these little stars line the walk way.  And then right after that I saw an even more gorgeous sign : Zara.  I love being two for two!  

*p.s. Can you believe it's actually June?!  Insane! *

Friday Fancies : Memorial Day

shirt + skirt : vintage  |  shoes: ysl  |  collar: paris, gift  | tote: zara  |

I usually shy away from cheeky color combinations, but this skirt + shirt were a match made in heaven.  Like they say, you either go all in or all out, right?  Outfits like this make me so happy to be a girl..all I want to do is prance and skip around all day.  

Then again, I'll take any reason to prance and skip around...

Hope you all have a great (long) weekend!

p.s. don't forget to enter to win a $20 beauty gift certificate !

Friday Fancies: Chambray Season

vest + chambray : old navy  |  belt: f21  | shoes: nike |  baubles: f21, target, swarovski  |

I had a whole 'nother outfit planned for today's Friday Fancies, but then I happened to stumble upon these shoes , and they were kind everything I had been looking for ( converse style? check. pink? check.) So then that led to another outfit I had been planning in my head for a while - a dress + tennies.  

Do you have any fun plans for the weekend?  It's officially graduation/ wedding season..let the festivities begin!

p.s. don't forget to enter the beauty/ skincare giveaway for a $20 gift certificate !

Friday Fancies : Color Crush

shirt:  f21 |  pants:  alice + olivia  |  heels: vince camuto  | bag: gianni bini  | baubles: f21, jessica simpson, apricot lane, sworovski, Egypt, Target, and DIY

As gorgeous as neons and pastels are right now, there is nothing I love more than a simple white outfit.  It just makes me feel good, and I love the way it looks against my tan skin (even though right now I'm a yellow hobbit).  I decided to leave the outfit colorless and add a pop of orange to my lips.  After seeing this feature, and how cute Corri McFadden looked with her bright orange lips I ran out and got myself a similar color (Make-up forever #40, in case you're wondering).  Let's just say I'm slightly obsessed with this shade.

P.S. This is exactly why I rarely leave my hair curly.  

Too much frizz and fro bro'!

And as always, check out more Friday Fancies here

Friday Fancies : Derby Days

dress: vintage  |  belt : express  |  shoes & purse: gianni bini  | fascinator :  dillards  |  jewels : palestine, lebanon

I have a huge obsession with hats.  I've got a shelf full of them, and every time I walk past a rack of them I get all giddy inside.  There's something so fun about them!  I especially love huge ones that no one in their right minds would wear - at least in the US.  I mean look at how cool the Brits look in all of their fascinator glory.  I saw we start a movement to get more Americans to wear cooler hats.  

Who's with me?!

P.S. on a completely un-related note, I'm wearing my dress backwards in these photos.  I didn't like the way the dress looked originally so I thought it'd be fun to reverse it and have a modest neckline.  I'm quite pleased with the result.  Now I'm off to see what else I can wear in reverse ;-)

p.p.s  linking up to friday fancies!  click here to see more derby inspiration as well as cinco de mayo outfits!