Sailing

Jacket: Banana Republic (similar); Sweater: Boden (navy only); Tank: Loft; 

Jeans: Joe's Jeans; Handbag: J.Crew (similar); Booties: Sole Society; 

Jewels: Stella & Dot; Lip Color: Revlon HD Obsession

 I wish I were sailing because that would mean I was on the water, in the sunshine, and soaking up a little bit for warm weather. But instead, I spent an awesome Friday afternoon with my son at Crown Center and Union Station, the destination of his choice. We had lunch at his favorite place, hit the toy store for him to browse, and then walked over to Union Station to watch the model trains for what seemed like hours. It was a lovely day.

How cute it is this sweater? I love the pale pink shade, the navy blue waves, and darling little sailboat. It's a light weight wool, so I definitely needed something a little warmer, so I paired it with my favorite cream leather jacket. It was the perfect layering piece. I think the sweater will be a great early spring item as the weather finally turns warm.

The Jacket: Before and After

     

 

I realize it's only Tuesday, but how is your week going? Things here are a little choppy, just like the waves can be, but I'm hoping for a calmer week ahead.

Wednesday Wants - Valentine's Day Finds

As it currently stands, I am a hopeless romantic. I love romantic comedies, Danielle Steele and Nicolas Sparks novels, entire Twilight Saga for obvious reasons, and though I'm not a daily heart wearer, I do love to sport them during February in honor of Valentine's Day! Red is my favorite color, but I've been adding pink to the mix, and this month is the best reason to wear those colors often! And I love adding lips to the mix. A fun print that's a little wink, you know!

However, I've been on the hunt for some extra cute pieces for Valentine's Day and I found some of the most darling things! And I'm sharing them with you. I am especially in love with the Talbot's sweater! It's so sweet!

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When it comes to Valentine's Day, what is typically on your wishlist? Flowers? Chocolate? Diamonds? For this girl, chocolate is always in the list. Sometimes roses because I never get them, but they are entirely too costly for just one day. As for this year, I will take any of the above!

Maybe you should start sharing your wishlist with your special someone now! And, if you're a girl who loves to simply shop for yourself, well you are a girl after my own heart.... 

Happy Wednesday, Lovelies! 

Hello Friday

Jacket: Banana Republic (similar); Tee: Boden; Tank: Loft; Jeans: Joe's Jeans (similar);

Booties: Sole Society; Shades: Karen Walker via Gilt; Jewelry: Stella & Dot

Happy Friday!! We made it through the week and I've met my goal of blogging everyday! I'm super proud of myself. There have been days where I've truly thought about passing so I could go to bed early, but I pulled myself together and got it done! It's all about finishing what you've started, right?

Yesterday was a much needed haircut day for both of us! McKinley was the shaggiest I have ever seen him! Serious mop top was happening, but with all the concerts he's been playing in the living room, I almost let it continue to grow. Who knows, summer could find a longer haired version. If he's going to be a rock star, he needs the hair, right? I was ready for a little trim as well. I felt like the oomph from the summer had deflated and I needed to pump it back up! I love it!

The Tee: Before and After

    

 

Speaking of goals, this girl is so close to a goal she set for herself earlier in the month. I'm not sure I will actually make it, but I'm doing everything in my power to make the next three days count. All I can say, is that I've tried my hardest and that's all anyone can ask for, no?

I hope you've had a wonderful week! Here's hoping the weekend says Hello with open arms!

XOXO

Another Leap

Sweatshirt: Made by Me; Chambray Shirt: J.Crew Factory (similar); Jeans: Loft (similar);

 Booties: Sole Society (c/o similar); Scarf: My Mom Made; Shades: Target; 

Necklace: Stella & Dot

I made another Leap sweatshirt and I think I like the layout of this one better. And the gold against the gray really pops. Still working out the kinks, but I love where this is going. I already have the white one in my Etsy boutique. Tell all your friends who are ready to take that Leap this year!

It was freezing this weekend and I couldn't leave home without long-johns and an extra large scarf! All things that kept me warm while braving the elements or just staying inside the house! I love denim on denim when I can break it up. Still not a huge fan of just the two piece together. I'm working on overcoming that fear this year! Baby steps, right?

Speaking of baby steps, can we talk about these booties for a minute? I have lived in them all fall and winter. So comfy and the perfect heel height. This one is almost sold out, but here is a really cute option!

The Sweatshirts

      

 

I can't believe it's Monday again! A busy week is ahead for this mama, but I'm ready to tackle my to-do lists and grow, grow, grow! Hope you're having a great morning!

XOXO!

Not Over-the-Top

Sweater: H&M (similar); Leggings: INC at Macy's; Boots: Sole Society (c/o) similar;

Handbag: Rebecca Minkoff; Shades: Karen Walker via Gilt; Earrings: Stella & Dot

I snagged this darling sweater at H&M a couple of weeks ago, but it hasn't been nearly cool enough to wear it until now! How crazy that a Midwest December has been in the mid 50s? It hasn't felt like winter at all. And, even though I hate winter, I find it weird to not be wearing my sweaters on repeat these days!

What I love about this one is that it has tiny little silver threads running through out the print which gives it a tiny bit of sparkle. It's so subtle, yet so pretty when it catches the light. It's incredibly comfortable, the length is perfect for leggings and skinny jeans, and it's holiday appropriate without being over-the-top. 

 

    

 

I added splashes of color with a coral handbag and bright red lips! I find that sometimes a black and white look just needs something to make it pop! I can't wait to style this with things other than skinnies and leggings. I'm thinking it will look darling with my feather fringe skirt and tights. I may have to style it up for NYE!

I hope your week is going fashionably well! Can you believe Christmas is three days away? I know I'm ready for some major holiday cheer!

Staying at Home

 Sweater: Nordstrom; T-Neck: Bitten; Jeans: Banana Republic; Booties: Sole Society;

All Jewelry: Stella & Dot

We haven't been doing a lot lately when it comes to getting truly and out and about. We've been spending more time at home playing or hanging out with my mom and I'm totally okay with that. However, when it comes to blogging about fashion, our new "stay at home" attitude isn't really helping with the posts related to fashion. So today I'm bringing you a "stay at home" look.

I wore this while doing a little laundry, making lunch, baking, and preparing a make-ahead-dinner. Now I know what you're thinking, who does all that wearing something like this, but honestly, this is just as comfortable as sweats or yoga pants for me. A sweater to combat the wind and chill with shorter sleeves helps. And as for the jewelry, I added it for the pics! Just being honest!

All Jewelry: Stella & Dot

So it's Friday and I'm ready for it! Looking forward to a weekend of celebrating my dad's birthday and just spending time with the fam! 

Hope you all have a fashionably awesome weekend!

A Little Weekend Grunge

Flannel Shirt: Target (similar); Tee: Boden; Jeans: Loft (similar); Booties: Sole Society;

Necklace: Tiffany; Shades: Target; Lip Color: NARS Heat Wave

I love dressing up, but I also love dressing down. Way down! Do you ever have one of those days where you just want a little grunge, but on the chic side? Well, that's this look for me! Sure, it's not lace and fur, but a little flannel, mixed prints, and fun booties dress up my grungy look! And it's perfect for these chillier fall days!

The Stripe Tee: Before and After

    

 

Here's to Friday and fun filled weekend! Hope it's a fabulous one, Fashionista's! I hope to be back in full form next week!

Sunflowers, Birds, and Early Fall

 Jacket: Susan Bristol; Top: Anthropologie; Jeans: Ann Taylor (similar); Booties: Sole Society (c/o); 

Shades: Target;Bracelets: Stella & Dot/Ralph Lauren/My Own Mix; Earrings: Gorjana

 

This past Sunday was a beautiful day and we spent it walking through the gorgeous sunflower fields at Grinter Farms. We had never been, actually we'd never experienced anything like this, and we loved it! McKinley was our leader as we wound our way through rows and rows of sunflowers and constantly asked to pick them. If we had allowed it, we would have come home with about 20 sunflowers. Instead, we came home with three in hopes of planting some seeds in our backyard. A fun family outing with the most glorious backdrop!

And with it being early fall like weather, I was more than happy to throw on a little leather jacket, jeans, and booties. The top, a sale piece I picked up from Anthropologie, is darling! You know how I love a good bird print!! And I've already styled it several different ways for fall in my head! I love a piece like that, don't you?

The Jacket: Before and After

  

  

I'm obsessed with the print of this top, but look at all the cute details! This cutout back is such a sweet statement and the bowtie at the neck is so chic!

 

 Jacket: Susan Bristol; Top: Anthropologie; Jeans: Ann Taylor (similar); Booties: Sole Society (c/o); 

Shades: Target;Bracelets: Stella & Dot/Ralph Lauren/My Own Mix; Earrings: Gorjana

How ready are you for fall? I'm definitely not ready to give up summer, but this amazing weather has me wanting to style sweaters and boots! But for now, I will take sleeveless and booties and fields of sunflowers!