Pop of Leopard

Hi Everyone!

Do you ever have those items that unexpectedly become wardrobe staples?  This coat is one of them.  I never thought that such a loud in your face type of piece would become one of my favorites.  I love that I can throw on a simple outfit and add this as my topper to add immediate style to the most simplistic of looks.  As I type this post, I currently have it on and have it styled another way (with jeans and a simple black tunic…look for that post in the next few weeks).  It is so versatile.  I can't wait to style it again.

What pieces have been that way for you?

xoxo,

Abbie

// Coat:  Forever 21 (this year's model) // Chambray:  J.Crew Factory // Leather Pants:  Nordstrom // Booties:  Nordstrom // Handbag:  Celine //

New Year's Eve Inspiration

Happy Monday!

  I hope everyone had a great holiday!  I throughly enjoyed spending some time with my loved ones and celebrating!  

Now that Christmas is over, I am now getting myself ready for New Year's Eve!  With that coming at the end of the week, now is the perfect time to plan your outfit.  Whether you are staying in and watching the ball drop or headed to a fabulous bash, an outfit that helps you celebrate with a smile is a must!  I am loving all things feathery, fringe, and of course, sparkly for New Year's Eve!  Here are some of the many pieces that I've been adoring for later on this week.

xoxo,

Abbie

Sequined Top
White Fringe Top
Gold Sequined Blazer
Feather Skirt
Glitter Pumps
Sequined Skirt
Black Fringe Blazer
Sequined Leggings
Lace & Sequin Dress
Sequin & Tulle Dress
Gold Sequin Dress

.:Never Forget:.

//Blazer:  Nordstrom (old; similar) // Tee:  Victoria's Secret // Neckalces:  top (Mindy Mae's Market ℅) & bottom (J.Crew; nearly identical) // Jeans:  Hudson // Flats:  Steve Madden//

I'll never forget September 11th, 2001.  I was getting ready for a day at high school when my parents were watching the morning news and my brother and stopped dead in our tracks while walking to our bedrooms to see the planes hit the World Trade Center.  The entire day at school we watched coverage of its unfolding.  I remember being completely baffled as to what was happening but completely in awe of all of those that both risked and lost their lives in an effort to save others that day.  We stood together united as a nation afterward.  I will never forget that day or the impression that it left on me.  Thank you to all of those that serve our country in an effort to make our lives a little more wonderful here in this gorgeous country!

...and just so we are clear folks…I'm never really serious for long.  At work, teaching my firsties, I'm probably the biggest goofball that you've ever met! Anyway, my husband captured me dancing around at the end of our little photo shoot.  By the way, this is after I decided to essentially play soccer with the pinecone that was in photos two and three...Welcome to life with me!

xoxo,

Abbie