what to wear?

Hey y’all,

Sorry I’ve been gone the past couple of days – it has been busy! Tuesday night Collin and I were at our friends house all night for dinner and some games. We ended up staying really late and had a lot of fun out there! Then yesterday I finally got some quality time at the pool, a great workout, and Collin made us an AMAZING dinner.

So today, after I woke up I had to sit in on a magazine interview for work and run a few errands. I’m finally back in for the day!

I’m starting to really think about my cousins’ wedding I’ll be attending in a couple of weeks. I was talking to my mom the other day about what we should wear because it isn’t your typical wedding. It’s being held in the Stockyards and seems like it will be more casual than most. Initially I thought a maxi-dress would be super adorable – but my mom and I are both VERY short!

I’ve actually never worn a maxi-dress because of how short I am, but I would love to try it! Here are some of my favorites from Nordstrom that I think might work for us short people for the season:

 

These all have defined waistlines that would help from the dreaded no-leg image.

What do you think about maxi-dresses and height?

 

 

Flashback Friday

I have noticed A LOT of leather on the runways lately and have seen leather products filling up clothing stores. It feels like I’m back in the 90’s with the leather pants trend!

One thing I actually just noticed today really blowing up the retail world is leather summer dresses – and it definitely caught my eye.

Here are a few adorable leather dress finds of mine..

Topshop

Nastygal

Nastygal

 

What do YOU think about the trend? Will you be buying in this summer season?

 

 

You can take the girl out of TX…

The last few days my boyfriend got off work so we got to go to TEXAS – my home, sweet home. I fully believe that you can take the girl out of Texas, but you can’t take the Texas out of the girl.

I was SO happy we got to see my wonderful parents right after Mother’s Day and my best friend from high school had her 21st birthday. But before I get to my trip…

As promised, I took advantage of the sunny, warm weather.

After getting some much needed sun, I had to run some errands and pack for our last-minute trip. Early Tuesday morning we drove on down to Texas and immediately began the birthday celebrations!

Me & the birthday girl.

All of us!

This describes our relationship.. 🙂

Second take 🙂

And she’s finally 21!

And for my outfit…

Dress – Target | Heels – Ellen Tracy

 

We had a lot of fun that night swimming, going out to dinner, and playing games. Wednesday Collin (my boyfriend) and I enjoyed spending time with my parents and relaxing.

This morning we headed back with our ADORABLE kitty…

I couldn’t resisit 🙂

 

I’m baack!

Due to school, work, being sick, etc…I have had ZERO time to come back on here! But I’m back again, and have my OOTD from a date night on Wednesday.

Cardigan – Target | Top – Mason’s | Leggings – Forever21 | Boots – Payless

Jimmy Choo OBSESSED!

Hey y’all,

So my latest designer OBSESSION is Jimmy Choo. Those shoes are uh-mazing! Here are some of my absolute favorite designs:

 

What are some of your favorite shoe designers?

 

XOXO

OOTD

Today I overslept way too much, went to workout, and now I’m off to a dinner party. Not much interesting to say here!

Shirt – Ann Taylor LOFT | Jeans – New York & Co | Shoes – Forever 21

…I work out.

So, I’m kind of in a workout rut. I work out about 4 or 5 days a week and do 20 minutes of cardio and 20 minutes of weights, approx, each day. If I do just cardio, I’ll do 45-60 minutes. BUT… I’m Bored.

In Texas, I worked out at Golds Gym, and they offered Les Mills classes. Everyday I would do a couple of classes and I was OBSESSED. Cycling is by far my favorite with kickboxing being a close second. Sadly, my gym now doesn’t offer any classes so I’m stuck with a routine of the same 4 cardio machines.

I would love to hear some suggestions. What workouts are your favorites?

But, what can make a workout better? GOOD CLOTHES! I’m obsessed with Victoria’s Secret workout gear, and I literally wear their yoga capris every single day. Here are some of my faves.

Disclaimer: I did not take these photos! I just like them 🙂

Let me know about y’alls favorite workouts and your favorite ways to lose those last 5 stubborn pounds!

 

 

 

New york, new york!

Trip post, cont!

Last Sunday Collin and I took the AMTRAK from D.C. into NYC then went straight to check in to our hotel room. We stayed only 3 or 4 blocks from Times Square, so that was great. We went out and walked down to Times Square and Broadway then ate dinner at Guy Fierri’s restaurant. It was really good! We walked to 5th avenue and saw Rockefeller Center, the Lego factory, and the apple store. Amazing!

Then, Monday, we spent the day REALLY exploring Times Square and shopping on 5th avenue. We also went to Central Park then rushed to wait in line at the TKTS booth for discounted broadway tickets! We waited in 20 degree weather for a couple of hours until tickets finally went on sale. We scored 6th row seats for Rock of Ages at 30% off! And that was the BEST live musical I have EVER seen! I would definitely recommend it. We also went to eat dinner at Gallagher’s steakhouse and OMG – TO DIE FOR! I got the salmon steak and Collin got a ribeye with a bottle of wine. It was honestly the best salmon I have ever had. And after the show, we saw Tom Hanks leaving his musical across the street. So cool! It was also snowing that entire night – and walking around New York in 6 inch heels in the snow is NOT fun.

Tuesday, we took the subway down to Wall Street and explored that side of the island. We started by getting some lunch at a little shop and then went to the 9/11 museum and memorial. I was in 4th grade at the time of 9/11 and it was really moving to see everything – since I wasn’t exactly old enough to understand what was going on at the time. We walked down to wall street from there and saw the NYSE building. We then walked to the pier and saw the statue of liberty. After that, we were a little tired, and headed back to the hotel to get ready for our night.

Our last night in NYC, we decided to go to Caroline’s Broadway Comedy Club for their late night show. It was hilarious! And, of course, we were the ONLY people who made reservations to eat dinner there so we got the best seat in the house. We picked the second row of tables so we wouldn’t get heckled or put on the spot (we’re shy like that) but it was front and center. The comedians were great!

Wednesday we took a car to Laguardia Airport and flew back to Texas to spend a few nights with my parents. I always LOVE going to Texas – you can take the girl out of Texas, but you can’t take the Texas out of the girl! We got to really relax and get Indian food with my parents (there is NO Indian food in Arkansas)!

Here are my NYC pictures:

PS – I got that scarf for 5 dollars at a stand on the corner of 5th ave – so worth it!

super bad picture and it was snowing – but there’s Tom Hanks!

9/11 memorial… so touching!

Heels – Ellen Tracy | Jeans – New York & Co | Top – English Rose

 

 

drops of heaven

Y’all…it’s a miracle. I finally got dressed up.

Okay, so maybe not dressed up but in clothes other than the typical college wardrobe – leggings and tshirts.

Tonight I had a planning meeting for my sorority and then got to meet my boyfriend for dinner on his break from work. So I took the opportunity and tried breaking in my new Ellen Tracy heels I posted a few days ago, along with a cardigan my sister sent me that I love.

Cardigan – Loft
Vneck – Target
Jeans – American Eagle
Heels – Ellen Tracy
Watch – Caravell

Also, with my last order at Sephora, I got a sample size perfume of Cartier…and I must say, that perfume is like spraying little drops of heaven all over me. LOVE!

 

what are your absolute favorite perfumes?

Helloo new MAC

Hey y’all.

So today I went to the mall because I had a couple of Victoria’s Secret coupons, one of which being 10$ off of a purchase. So I got their self-tanner that was 15$ for 5$ – what a steal! And just saying, it smells like perfume and not like that gross self-tanner smell. Love it already!!

Then I couldn’t resist running by MAC to get some new skinfinish natural powder (my obsession). I had to get some powder to match my tan – right? (My justification)

I decided to show y’all my very natural everyday makeup. It literally took me five minutes. Here’s my before:

And after:

Excuse my terrible hair that I haven’t done anything to. It might be hard to tell – but that’s kind of the point with natural makeup, right?

I’m absolutely OBSESSED with makeup and doing makeup and here are my favorite products that I used…

Next time I do my makeup all fancy then I’ll be sure to share that also!