.:Peplum:.

//Top:  Macys // Vest:  Kohls (I like this one more than mine!)// Denim:  Hudson // Flats:  Steve Madden//

Today I wore this shirt, jean, and flat combination to work.  However, I did not wear the vest.  Instead, to work, I wore a fabulous navy J.Crew schoolboy blazer with my crystal Chanel brooch pinned on it.  Well, temperatures after about noon today reached over 90 degrees.  Summer came back.  (Boo!)  I decided, because of the heat to throw on this vest instead of keeping my blazer on.  While I like the look of both, they are completely different looks.  Changing one simple element of an outfit can give you a totally different and unique look.

xoxo,

Abbie

.:Reminders Of Days Gone By:.

//Shirt:  Loft (old; similar) // Skirt:  J.Crew (old; similar & $17!) // Shoes:  J.Crew (old; similar)//

I've been remixing my closet a lot lately.  When I do a lot of remixing, certain clothing items bring back memories.  Now, I'm that person that never remembers the date that anything happened, but if you bring up what happened on said event, I can probably tell you exactly what I had on.  Clothes are tied to my memories.  Yes, I know I'm odd.   Anyway, this top is super special to me; I had it on when we got engaged.  Every single time I put this top on, it takes me back to that night at one of our favorite restaurants, followed by a walk on the beach with seals bobbing in the water next to us when Matt asked me to marry him.  It goes without saying that that was one of my favorite nights of all time.  Thus, this top now makes me instantly happy just to put it on and float back into memories of days gone by.

xoxo,

Abbie

.:Last Days of Summer:.

//Sweater:  J.Crew Factory// Skirt:  Banana Republic (identical)// Pumps:  Sam Edelman (similar)// Necklace:  J.Crew (identical)// Clutch:  The Providence Story//

I've been enjoying the last days of Summer weather here by wearing some of my favorites while the weather still permits.  Nothing beats a girly skirt and some leopard!

xoxo,

Abbie

.:J'ADORE:.

 

 //Tee: Old Navy// Jacket:  Zara (love this one!)// Belt:  LV// Jeans:  Paige (love these)// Flats:  DSW (not available online; just bought in store this week)// Clutch:  The Providence Story//

I absolutely love mixing high end with budget friendly pieces.  Theres something about taking a $12 shirt and mixing it with an investment piece that really seems to make an outfit worth noticing.  One thing that I've noticed is that if you have one investment piece in your outfit, the entire look gets an automatic upgrade and looks more chic as a whole.  My investment pieces are pieces that I will have for years to come (this belt is over 2 years old already) and I wear at least once a week! I always seem to get my money's worth from them over time considering my cost per wear theory (see this post for that!).

Do you have any pieces that instantly jazz up an outfit?

xoxo,

Abbie

.:Holy Chic:.

//Tee:  Old Navy // Blazer:  J.Crew // Brooch:  Chanel // Jeans:  Paige (similar) // Flats:  Steve Madden // Necklace:  TJ Maxx // Handbag:  Celine //

I'll be honest.  Sometimes, I'm that crazy girl that tries things on in the dressing room, rips the tags off and walks to the register to pay for them with the clothes still on.  Sometimes, I just can't stand to wait to wear them.  This was the case on Friday when I tried this shirt on in the dressing room at Old Navy while waiting for my husband to get off work so we could go to dinner.  Somehow, the shirt seemed like I should have been wearing it with the outfit that I had on and I couldn't imagine taking it off.  That being said, I happily pranced myself to date night in it.  The following day, I felt like utter hell and proceeded to wear the exact same ensemble.  I did this for two reasons:  I felt like crap and didn't want to pick out a new outfit AND I firmly believe that when you are feeling horrid, you will feel better if you at least look like you tried a little…even if it's only your dog that sees you.

I have a feeling that this outfit is going to be on major repeat.

xoxo,

Abbie

.:Neon Camo:.

//Sweater:  Loft // Necklaces:  J.Crew (identical)// Skirt:  J.Crew (old; similar)// Pumps:  J.Crew (old; love these so much)//

There are few things when creating an outfit that I love more than pairing unexpected combinations of girly vs boyish pieces.  The toughness of the camouflage sweater is softened and made girly with the addition of neon pink & sparkles.  I can imagine this sweater so many ways and can't wait to wear it again.  I picture it with a lace skirt or with distressed skinnies and nude pumps.  

xoxo,

Abbie

.: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

.:Labor Day Weekend Haul:.

I did a little Labor Day Weekend shopping and thought that I would share my finds with you!  Most of the items are still on sale! 

Candle:  Anthropologie

This candle smells like complete heaven.  After I brought it home, I was stunned at how much fragrance it filled our home with.  I will be purchasing more of these lovelies when this runs out.

Bath & Body Works Candle in Sunset Beach

Bath & Body Works had these candles on sale for $11 at my local store.  That being said, I couldn't pass it up!

Pottery Barn:

The hubs and I had one last wedding gift card for the glorious pottery barn.  We spent it on the following two items.  I have placed the arrow cloche on our bookcase in our living room and have purchased 3 of the pillows to use as Euro pillows on our bed.  I absolutely love them!

 arrow cloche

Moroccan Wedding Blanket Pillows 

Banana Republic Adelia Pumps

I stared at these pumps for a few weeks before I bit the bullet on them.  They seem wonderful and I can't wait to wear them this week.  The best part about this fabulous pair of shoes is that I got them for 40% off!

Camo Sweater

In my mind, camo is never a bad idea.  I picture this with a hot pink pencil skirt or a lace skirt to add a girlie edge to an otherwise boyish ensemble.  It is still 40% off!

Laura Mercier Smooth Finish Foundation

I ran out of my foundation and needed to pick up a new one.  I wore MAC for years.  As much as I love it, it breaks me out like no other!  This LM foundation doesn't!  I love the simple to use formula and easy packaging! For those curious, I wear number 5.

.:Accessories Count:.

//Sweater:  J.Crew Factory (similar)// Skirt:  Banana Republic (old; identical here)// Pumps:  old; wanting these // Necklace:  Stella & Dot//

Accessories can change a look.  This mint sweater & gingham skirt combo has been a go to for days when I am not sure what to wear for months.  One easy way to wear the same thing over and over again while still keeping it fresh is by changing your accessories.  For this look, I opted for my fabulously fringed Pegasus Necklace & fun leopard pumps.  However, in the past I have opted for a girlier necklace and spikey pumps in order to keep the look young and fun.  

Using the same basics, I have also opted for a classic look with basic nude heels and stacked necklaces.

See that blogpost here.

Using the same basics, I have also opted for a classic look with basic nude heels and stacked necklaces. See this blogpost here.

 Accessories add a breath of fresh air into your wardrobe.  Which look is your favorite?

xoxo,

Abbie