.:Stripes:.

//Sweater:  Loft (similar)// Necklace: Nest (this season's version; TJMaxx has also been carrying a similar option)// Pants:  Gap// Shoes:  Steve Madden// Handbag:  Celine// Sunnies:  Chanel//

Every now and then I wake up feeling blah and have no desire to dress up.  These are the days where I reach for my uniform.  To me, my uniform is a striped top and leopard flats.  I know that I will have a bit of polish without much effort.  Do you have a go to outfit when you aren't feeling up for getting dressed?

xoxo,

Abbie

.:Relaxed Casual:.

//Top:  Macy's (in store; loving this one) // Jeans:  Hudson // Flats:  Steve Madden // Handbag:  Celine // Nail Polish:  Revlon Flirt//

Today was such a relaxing day.  I spent the day bumming around the house having a little me time.  These kind of days call for super simple outfits.  For a casual day like this one, stripes and leopard are my go to combination.  

xoxo,

Abbie

.:Turquoise Jasper:.

//Sweater:  J.Crew Factory // Denim:  Hudson // Flats:  Tory Burch (similar) // Necklace:  Nest // Handbag:  Celine//

I am so sorry for the absence!  The past two weeks have been consumed by a seemingly infinite amount of wedding planning!  We are right at 2 months from the big day and I feel like I am always on the phone speaking to someone regarding something wedding related!  That said, my blog got neglected last week in an effort to get wedding things accomplished!  I'm hoping to keep up with consistent posts again.

In reference to the outfit, this necklace may be the most beautiful thing that I own.  I have a particularly weak spot for anything Tiffany Blue and turquoise most often fits into that category.  When I saw this, it was like butter sliding down hot toast…I was done for.  I stalked this on Neiman's website until it hit sale and then I couldn't take it a minute longer after a seemingly stressful day.  I have a feeling I will still have this pretty in rotation ten years from now. Has a piece ever made your heart sink like this one did for me?

xoxo,

Abbie

.:Pops of Yellow:.

//Blazer:  Banana Republic (wanting to order this polka dot version; love this) // Sweater:  Loft // Pants:  Target (in store) // Flats:  J.Crew (Factory Version) // Necklaces:  c /o ShopUrbanite (top); J.Crew (bottom; old)//

xoxo,

Abbie

.:Leather Sleeved:.

//Jacket:  Forever 21 via PoshMark (similar) // Tee:  Victoria's Secret // Necklaces:  J.Crew (similar) // Denim:  Hudson // Bag:  Celine// Brooch:  Chanel// 

.:Camo at Work:.

//Scarf:  J.Crew (wanting this one for spring!) // Blazer:  Banana Republic (similar) // Tee:  Victoria's Secret // Denim:  Hudson // Flats:  Steve Madden // Handbag:  Celine//

Well, this is the last of this background that you will be seeing!  We moved this weekend to a new home that we have spent every single weekend for about two months redoing. We revamped everything from paint to flooring to new walls to turning our kitchen cabinets tiffany blue (do you expect anything less from me?), and so much more.  I am so glad that after the boxes are unpacked and the finishing touches are completed, we will be able to relax in our new home!  That said, keep your eyes peeled for a brand new backdrop very very soon!  Hope your weekend went well and your week is off to a fantastic start!

xoxo,

Abbie

.:My Uniform:.

 //Jacket:  Burberry // Sweater:  Banana Republic Factory (similar) // Jeans:  Hudson // Flats:  Steve Madden // Handbag:  Celine // Necklaces:  J.Crew (here) & ℅ Mindy Mae's Market//

This is probably my most worn outfit.  Whenever I don't know what to wear, I almost always reach for a striped top, pile on the jewels and add my trusty leopard flats.  "Go to" outfits like this make hectic mornings a lot easier.  What's your go to outfit?

xoxo,

Abbie

.:Springtime Stripes:.

//Sweater:  Piperlime (on sale!!!) // Shirt:  Victoria's Secret // Pants:  Gap // Shoes:  Steve Madden // Necklace:  Kate Spade (on sale during their surprise sale late last week)//  Handbag:  Celine Mini Luggage//

I love simple basics with a pop of print and sparkle to add interest to an otherwise menial outfit.

It's no secret that I love anything with stripes.  This cardigan was a must for me.

In addition,  my necklace was part of a flash sale that Kate Spade had online late last week.  I had almost purchased this necklace when it was full price quite some time ago.  I am so glad that I waited and it found me again.  Keep an eye out for Kate Spades private sales as they often hold some spectacular gems.  I love simple basics with a pop of print and sparkle to add interest to an otherwise menial outfit.

Hope your week is off to a great start!  We are running around like crazy getting ready for our move to our new home at the end of this week!

xoxo,

Abbie

.:Military Chic:.

//Jacket:  J.Crew Factory (old; similar) // Necklaces:  J.Crew (similar here and here) // Brooch:  Chanel // Sweater:  J.Crew // Pants:  Loft (last year; similar) // Flats:  Steve Madden// Handbag:  Celine//

I'm sure you noticed by now that I absolutely love mixing unexpected pieces.  The combination of the military jacket mixed with the jewels and leopard flats is totally unexpected.  There's nothing that I love more than combining pieces that are opposites on the spectrum.  To be honest, it's these simple, wearable outfits that I love the most.  

xoxo,

Abbie

.:Worn to Death:.

//Necklaces:  J.Crew(old but identical at J.Crew Factory in store now), J.Crew Factory// Sweater:  Loft // Pants:  Gap (old, similar)// Flats:  Steve Madden// Handbag:  Celine Mini Luggage//

There are definitely pieces in my wardrobe that I wear to death.  Two of these said pieces are my green pants & leopard flats.  These green pants are constantly in my wardrobe rotation.  I can't get enough of colored pants for brightening up a long workday.  The leopard flats that I've had from Steve Madden have been such an essential thrice weekly staple in my wardrobe.  I wore them so much that I had to purchase a second pair.  Do you have any pieces that you wear until they are completely worn out?  I would love to hear about them!

xoxo,

Abbie

.:Céline:.

//Sweater:  Banana Republic (on sale in stores) // Tee:  Victoria's Secret // Jeans:  Hudson // Necklaces:  J.Crew (similar) // Flats:  Steve Maddden // Handbag:  Céline//

Spring is here in California (it was sunny and 75 degrees today).  Since our pup, Louie, loves the amazing weather, we decided to take him on a quick walk during photo time today!  We are so excited to be moving to a house with a yard where we can let him loose running!  

Since the future H and I will be working on the house all weekend (crossing my fingers we are done this weekend), we had date night tonight.  I was so jazzed to bring my new handbag out for her debut!  I'm so in love with her!  I think what I love the most is the understated elegance that she holds.  I love that it's not an "in your face labeled" handbag, but instead showcases itself with clean, classic lines and amazing leather!  I am so thrilled that she is now living with me!  Yes, you read that right…I'm referring to my bag as a "she."

Now, I have to ask, what handbag is on your wish list? 

xoxo,

Abbie