School Girl Prep

It’s Iron Bowl Saturday. Who are you for—Alabama or Auburn? In Alabama you are asked to choose a side almost immediately. Me - I’m for Auburn. I grew up an Alabama fan, but that all changed when I went to Auburn for my college degree. Now, I’m WAR EAGLE for life!

OUTFIT Nothing says preppy like a striped sweater around your shoulders. Tennis anyone? These orange & blue Toms are too cute and a must have for me. I’m ready for the game in my head to toe school girl prep. GO TIGERS!

Shirt: WAL-MART | Sweater: SAM’S | Jeans: LOFT | Shoes: TOMS

Outdoor Shopping Adventure

Happy Thanksgiving! My idea of a fun outdoor adventure is an outdoor shopping mall! Now that Black Friday starts on Thursday night, shoppers are leaving the dinner table to grab deals. The most important part of Black Friday shopping are your shoes. Go comfortable or just stay home. I’m ready for an all night adventure with these riding boots.

OUTFIT This plaid flannel top is crazy cool with navy, mint and green. Some of my favorite colors! Works great with green jeans, a jean jacket and mint necklace. Matching boots and cross body bag finish the look.

Plaid Shirt: OLD NAVY | Jeans: WAL-MART | Jacket: BANANA REPUBLIC | Necklace: PINK PAMPER BOUTIQUE | Boots: NATURALIZER | Bag: JCPENNY

Singing in the Rain

Keep your spirits up on a gloomy day with a pair of cute rain boots and a fun umbrella. You’ll be singing in the rain.

OUTFIT Black rain boots and black leggings keep you nice and dry. Mix up patterns like a big bold plaid and small stripes. My umbrella has a fun logo pattern, that works with the black/white color scheme. I like the little bit of purple that the scarf adds to my outfit too.

Top: JCPENNY | Leggings: WAL-MART | Boots: NATURALIZER | Scarf: WAL-MART | Umbrella: COACH

Graphic Girl

Go graphic with a cool sweatshirt. Being a Graphic Designer/Art Director gives me a creative outlet at work. I also enjoy being creative with my clothes and most everything else in life. 

OUTFIT This sweatshirt caught my eye and I love the message. It’s super soft and comfortable. I added a little leopard print with the shirt underneath. Cream white jeans go great along with some black heels. I’m ready to get down to business and design something fabulous!

Sweatshirt: JCPENNY | Button Down: CATO’S | Jeans: LOFT | Shoes: TARGET | Shades: CHARMING CHARLIE

San Francisco

Today I’m saying goodbye to a dear friend at work. He’s moving to San Francisco. I wish you all the best, Miles.

OUTFIT  Being a designer, I’ve always been drawn to big graphic type on tees. When I saw this one, I knew it was for me. This outfit is a modern twist on the era of leggings, leg warmers and heels. I am a child of the 80s.

T-shirt: OLD NAVY | Leggings: WAL-MART | Leg Warmers: JCPENNY | Heels: TARGET | Cardigan: WAL-MART

Step into Prep

Preppy Plaid is so IN right now. You can easily add some plaid with a cozy scarf this Fall.

OUTFIT Let your plaid stand out by going monotone with the rest of your outfit. I paired it with blue jeans and a button down the same color. Add some colored kicks for a little pop of color. I pulled out the red in the scarf with my red shoes to help tie it together.

Shirt: RALPH LAUREN | Jeans: GAP | Scarf: BASS CO. | Shoes: WAL-MART

Approach Brooch

Jazz up that blazer with an antique brooch. This one was given to me by my mother. I love the colors and that it reminds me of her.

OUTFIT Mix polished pieces with casual ones for a chic look. It says, “I care about my looks, but don’t take myself too seriously.” Here I mixed a blazer & heels with some distressed jeans. 

Blazer: LOFT | Jeans: LOFT | Shirt: JCPENNY | Shoes: TARGET | Brooch: ANTIQUE MALL

Sailor Stripes

It’s Veterans Day! A time to honor all those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Thank You!

OUTFIT I’m celebrating with some sailor stripes and white jeans. This sweater features a green color block back panel. Add a white necklace and nude pumps for an all american look.

Top: JCPENNY | Jeans: JCPENNY | Necklace: WAL-MART | Shoes: NORDSTROM RACK

Butterfly Effect

The butterfly effect is a small change in one state can result in large differences in a later state. No matter how small your act, it could have a hug impact somewhere else. Everything you do matters. Make it positive.

OUTFIT This wrap dress has a print that reminds me of butterfly wings. A beautiful, delicate pattern. Pair it with black tights, sweater and heels for a simple elegant effect. 

Dress: VANITY FAIR | Sweater: CATO’S | Tights: WAL-MART |  Heels: TARGET

Foxy Lady

Mural, mural on the wall. Who’s the finest of them all? I spotted this mural and had to snap a photo in front of it. It has a foxy lady in it. I can relate. LOL.

OUTFIT This mustard cardigan is a great piece for Fall. I paired it with my favorite leopard scarf and ankle booties. Keep your look warm going with gold accessories, like these shades.

Cardigan: WAL-MART | Jeans: JCPENNY | Scarf: CHARMING CHARLIE | Shoes: TOMS | Shades: COACH | Bracelet: a gift

It’s in the Bag!

So I like nice things, who doesn’t? I like a purse that won’t tare up and still looks nice after carrying it every day for a year. The saying is true...“You get what you pay for.” So splurge on quality items every now and then.

OUTFIT Jeans with a button down and pumps. Throw on a classic trench coat, the opposite color of your bag and it makes your bag stand out even more. Great contrast makes for a sharp look.

Shirt: RAPLH LAUREN | Jeans: GAP | Shoes: TARGET | Coat: COACH | Bag: COACH

Bon Appetit

Mix stripes and leopard print for a fashionable look. These are two of the hottest prints right now. Enjoy your outfit!

OUTFIT Black & White stripes are classic and will never go out of style. They are having a big moment right now and so is leopard print. Try a leopard print belt for a little extra pattern to mix in your wardrobe.

Shirt: JCPENNY | Skirt: JCPENNY | Belt: BANANA REPUBLIC | Shoes: TOMS

Fall Weekend

This weekend marks the peak of the Fall foliage season. The colors are bright and beautiful. I enjoy being outside and taking it all in.

OUTFIT This relaxed weekend look was inspired by a pinterest post. Pair a baseball shirt with distressed jeans and tennis shoes. Add a plaid scarf that picks up the color of the baseball sleeves. 

T-shirt: ACADEMY SPORTS | Jeans: LOFT | Scarf: THIRT STORE | Shoes: WAL-MART | Necklace: family heirloom