.:Chambray Stripes:.

//Shirt:  J.Crew Factory (super similar) // Necklaces:  J.Crew (identical here & here) // Skirt:  Loft (old; love this one) // Heels:  J.Crew (old; craving these desperately)//

I go through phases of extremes.  I either love super comfy, cozy boyfriend-esque looks or those that are filled with supreme amounts of femininity.  This week seems to hold a feminine feel.  I find myself drawn to skirts like crazy.  I would love to add quite a few more to my wardrobe as I always tend to feel better about myself when I'm dressed in one with heels on.  What outfit type makes you feel the best?

xoxo,

Abbie

.:My Two Faves:.

//Sweater: Loft (on super sale- I got mine for $12) // Skirt:  J.Crew (old; nearly identical…maybe even cuter) // Wedges:  Jessica Simpson (old; LOVE these) // Necklaces:  ILY Couture & J.Crew (similar)//

To me, there's no easier combo than dots and stripes.  I love combining a loose print (like dots) with a more structured one (like stripes) in a similar color.  Dots and stripes are my comfort zone and I always seem to go back to them.

xoxo,

Abbie

.:Cobalt:.

//Dress:  Banana Republic (on sale!) (super similar) // Heels:  J.Crew (old) // Necklace:  Nest via Neiman Marcus//

I am so elated that the weekend is almost here!  It's been a scorching 105* most of the week and I've so enjoyed wearing dresses/skirts this week!  I cannot wait to spend some time at home in the sun this weekend!  Hope your week was amazing!

xoxo,

Abbie

.:Floral:.

//Necklaces:  Shop Urbanite ℅ // Sweater:  J.Crew Factory // Skirt:  J.Crew // Pumps:  Sam Edelman (similar)//

Wedding planning is in full swing in our house right now!  I managed to book a photo booth, finish ordering burlap and large mercury glass candle holders for our centerpieces, and successfully complete registering this weekend!  I actually think that this was the one rare instance where the future H liked "shopping" more than I did.  :) I had the future H hold the scanning gun while we walked around registering and I think that alone put a huge grin on his face.  Hope everyone had a fabulous weekend as well!

xoxo,

Abbie

.:Candy Stripes:.

//Sweater:  Loft (old; similar) // Skirt:  Loft // Pearl Necklace:  Stella & Dot // Crystal Necklace:  Mindy Mae's Market c/ o // Pumps:  Sam Edelman (similar)//

If I could be an outfit this would be it.  The full skirt just epitomizes what I love most…girly chic.  The print mixing combination also keeps this outfit young and modern.  

On a side note, these pictures were taken seconds before I saw a mouse and totally freaked out.  I am still adjusting to country life and I have to say that all the critters freak me out a little.  I've seen more crawly things in the past few weeks than I have in years.  Hopefully soon I will be able to see a creepy crawler without screeching.

xoxo,

Abbie

.:Dots & Stripes:.

Sweater:  J.Crew (adorable as well) // Skirt:  Loft (similar; also similar) // Necklace:  J.Crew (factory version) // Pumps:  Nine West //

I love jeans…more than anyone should.  However, at times, jeans become so very boring.  I have decided to start, no matter what, switching up pants for a skirt or dress at least once a week (at least while the weather is gorgeous)!  Skirts create such a different vibe to your look and often elevate your style to a point that is oh so very fancy without really trying.

Tip:  While this outfit has different patterns in it, it works because the patterns don't compete with one another.  Print mixing is easy as long as one pattern is stronger than the other.  The small dots and large stripes also complement one another because they carry colors from the same color family (blue).

xoxo,

Abbie

.:Night Brights:.

//Sweater:  J.Crew (Factory Version) // Necklaces: J.Crew (nearly identical) // Skirt:  Banana Republic// Bow Wedges:  Vince Camuto//

Despite the fact that the future H and I have gotten home later than normal, and the sun was on its way down, we decided to shoot tonight after all.  That said, excuse the darker pictures…  

I am so excited that skirt weather may finally be here to stay!  I always think that I hate when the temperatures go up because I despise the heat.  However, I quickly remembered that I love the shoes and skirts that come with the warm weather!  I tried out these fabulously beautiful bow wedges today after buying them a few months ago and couldn't be more excited over the ability to wear peep-toes again! 

 Happy Friday Eve!

xoxo,

Abbie

.:Bows for Days:.

 //Sweater:  J.Crew // Necklaces:  Mindy Mae's Market & J.Crew (similar) // Skirt:  Kate Spade (similar)(this full skirt and this skirt are next on my wish list) // Heels:  Nine West//

This is probably my favorite type of outfit.  Nothing feels as feminine and wonderful as a nice full skirt.  Every time I wear one I remember why I love them and vow to not only add more to my collection on future shopping trips, but wear them more often as well.  Is there an item in your wardrobe that does that to you?

xoxo,

Abbie