Fall Finally: Fashion Edition

At least for the moment it is actually cool here! Can I get a heck ya??


I've bought a few items for fall already, but I've mostly held back because up until this weekend temperatures have still been into the 90's every single day.  I think temperatures will soar at least once more before I bring out my jeans and flats for good, but for the moment I'm soaking it up!


Flats are my shoe of choice for all of fall.  I do break out boots occasionally, but for me, flats are just so comfy, easy to throw on, and always look chic.  As an aficionado of flats, I of course love Tory Burch.  Have any of y'all hit up the Tory Burch Friends and Family sale? (Use code FRIENDS for 25% off and free shipping).  I was thrilled to learn that Nordstrom is simultaneously discounting all of their Tory items 25% as well!!  Since I had some Nordstrom notes to use, I picked up these beauties:

I've been hunting high and low for months now for the perfect nude flat and snagged these Vince Camuto nude flats last month.  They are relatively affordable and SO comfortable.  I also think they are the perfect nude color (not too tan and not too pink).  They go with everything!

Last night I paired them with this engineered striped boatneck top from J Crew for the Fun. concert with my hubby (sold out but I love this one).  It was our first date night in months btw!

Today they went great with this outfit for dropping Phillip at school and a little shopping date with my Mom at Nordies:

In the bargain department, have y'all seen these adorable quilted barn jackets and vests from Old Navy?? This tweed puffer vest is adorable too and only $40.

A few weeks back, when J Crew Factory had 40% off everything in store, I picked up this chambray dress (Factory is currently having 20% off all orders over $100 with code EXTRA20).  I love it but this one from Old Navy is pretty cute too!

J Crew Factory - on sale for $64.50

Old Navy - $34.94 but use code ONSAVE20 for 20% off.

Lately, I have been obsessed with the array of affordable accessories available on Etsy.  Last year I was so disappointed when I hesitated too long and missed out on the Missoni infinity scarf.  But, I found this scarf on Etsy that is so cheap and just as cute, IMO. 

$30 from seller DesiLoop on Etsy.

So, tell me ladies... what trends are y'all loving for fall?  Also, I just recently upgraded to the new iPhone 5S (believe me not by choice... my old phone recently suffered a grievous injury at the hands of my adorable daughter!).  I'm looking for a cute cover that will not break the bank.  Any suggestions?



 

 

Fashion Friday:I'm Back

Well I sure have been neglecting this little blog of mine, but the truth is I just needed a break. Things have been going really well around here, but I've been strangely exhausted! Like, I don't get to sit down for 5 minutes straight each day until bedtime and by then I feel like I might faint.


So, what little spare time I have had has been spent relaxing if I can.  BUT, like I said things are really good.  Two big things:  Natalie has slept through the night every night for a week straight!!!  She turned seven months old on Monday and poor girl still hasn't had her monthly photo shoot.  I'll be getting on that tomorrow morning when Brian is here to help out. 

The second big thing is that Phillip started his new mother's day out and he absolutely LOVES it!  I don't know if I prepped him well or I just happen to have the most outgoing kid on earth but I dropped him off on Tuesday and he seriously did not blink an eye.  Just, see ya mom!  We started reading the book, Llama Llama I Miss My Mama, which is all about starting school and I think it really helped.  He was even reciting parts of the book as we went to his first day.  We also visited the school twice so he could see it and so he was familiar it.  He led me into his classroom on that first day and he was just so ready.  I have to tell y'all I was so nervous the night before and it's really been weighing on my heart whether or not it was the right time for him but I can undoubtedly say now, that it was!



We've also been doing some huge things around the house that I can't wait to share.  First, Phillip's big boy room is pretty much complete.   This weekend,I'll be hanging the last thing on the wall and hopefully snapping some pictures to share next week.  We also just finished building a big outside deck and pergola in our yard (or at least what passes for a yard in our urban neighborhood, haha!).  We could not be more thrilled with how it turned out, and I'd love y'alls input on "decorating" the space.



And now, onto the OOTD's! 




Shirt JCrew Factory Striped Corsage Tee (old, but similar here), Leggings Forever 21 Ankle Length Leggings in Navy, Jack Rogers Navajo Sandals in Platinum (great color btw, goes with silver and gold!), Tiffany&Co Twist Knot Earrings in sterling silver



Gap Luxe Jersey Split V Tee in hot pink (old, but still in new pink here), 7ForAllMankind Roxanne Skinny Jeans, J Crew Puffer vest in purple (old, but similar here in pink), Cole Haan Bria Mary Jane Flats in Quilted Gold (old, but similar here), also rocking my new Kate Spade All Wrapped Up Bow Studs, see below for close up!

Cute, right?!?!

J Crew Keeper Chambray Shirt, Forever 21 Ankle Length Leggings, in Navy, Sperry Topsiders in Rose Gold (can't seem to find them anymore but similar here)

J Crew Factory Charley Sweater in Wild Cat (old), J Crew Ankle Toothpick Cord in Hot Pink (old), Tory Burch Reva Flats in Brown, J Crew Marakesh Enamel bangle... don't mind my frizzy hair!

J Crew Factory Scoopneck Vintage Tee in Peppermint (on sale now here for $10!)), J Crew Matchstick jeans in Kelly (on sale here for $29.99!), Steve Madden Leopard Flats (old), J Crew Factory Brass Plated Crystal Necklace (on sale now for $49.50 here).

I seriously can't believe how many cute things there are at J Crew Factory right now and all new arrivals are 30% off right now!  I'm pretty cheap though, so I'm waiting for the things I love to go on sale, but in case you can't wait, here are a few of my fave pieces:

Happy Weekend and Happy National Margarita Day!!!

Lilly on Rue La La Today

Hey y'all! I just quickly wanted to let you know that they have Lilly for sale on RLL today, in case you missed out on the sale last week!

Click here if you aren't already a member:

Www.ruelala.com/invite/lkelleher538

Fashion Friday: Lilly Sale and OOTD's

TGIF!!  Happy Friday and happy nap time.  I'm in need of some rest right now y'all and I'm afraid it's just not in the cards.

So, instead of rest, we will talk fashion.  I spent most of the last of my Christmas/Birthday shopping money at the Lilly Pulitzer sale going on right now.  If you haven't checked it out, you should because it ends tonight!  There are some amazing deals... I'm telling you, Lilly for Gap prices.

Here are the items I scored from the sale:

Davie Dress - I've been looking at this dress for a while and I think it is a really great classic silhouette that will be perfect for baby showers and spring weddings.

This is the somerset dress in punch pink.  I think these dresses are so flattering and easy and comfortable to throw on with sandals for a party or just for a day of shopping.

Cassie striped top.  I loved this top a few months ago when I first saw it but was NOT going to pay $80 for a t-shirt, even a really nice one!

They are running out of things fast, but I'm also pretty sure they added some things overnight too! I would have loved to get more, but I need to pace myself!


I did not get pictures of all of my outfits of the day this week, but I have a couple for you!

Outfit #1:  Try not to be too jealous of how fabulous my hair looks, ha!
Top: J Crew Keeper Chambray Shirt
Pants: J Crew Factory Skinny Jean in Poppy (currently on sale!!)
Shoes: Max Studio Gold Flats (old, but similar here)
Earrings: Kendra Scott Tavi Studs in Green

Outfit #2:
Top: J Crew Tortoise Button Sweatshirt in Turquoise (old, but similar here)
Pants: Lululemon Groove Pant (also known as the pants I wear every other day)

Outfit #3:
Dress: Old Navy Boat-Neck Striped Dress (currently on sale for $20!!)
Leggings: Forever 21 Ankle Length Leggings in Navy
Shoes: Steve Madden Leopard Print Flats (old, but similar here)
Necklace:Gift ( old, but similar here)

I hope everyone has a fabulous weekend! Ours is packed way too full of get togethers, projects, and activities. Hopefully, there will be a little room for relaxation!

Fashion Friday: OOTDs and Cleaning Out

Happy Friday! I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas. I know we did and it was such a fun and relaxing week. I'm in major clean out mode now. Something about all the decorations and presents after Christmas just makes me need to clean up and clean out! We've already taken down the tree, which is sad, but necessary because it was really starting to go down hill. Also, we will be heading out of town for a little trip and it will be nice to come back to a clean house.

I decided to start taking pictures of some of my outfits to help me have inspiration on some of those mornings when I'm staring at the clothes in my closet and can't figure out what to wear. I also love seeing other people's outfit ideas so hopefully these will help some of you! It's finally been cold enough here to wear wintery clothing, which is great!

I apologize for the quality of these pictures. Clearly I need to play around with the lighting in my bathroom or start taking these with the real camera. It's just so quick and easy to snap a phone pic!

Top: J Crew Perfect Fit Boatneck Tee in Dublin Green (on sale now for $14.99 and JCrew.com has free shipping right now!)
Jeans: 7 Roxanne (old but same fit, new wash here)
Shoes: Tory Burch Suede Reva Flats in Magenta (old but these are cute)
Necklace: Kate Spade Bow Necklace (old but similar here)

Top: J Crew Cashmere Crew Neck (very old but this one is fun and this one is a similar color in vibrant flame but not cashmere)
Leggings: J Crew Signature Leggings in Black
Shoes: UGG Classic Short Winter Boots in Black

Top: Old Navy (very old and this is the closest I can find)
Jeans: 7 Roxanne (old but same fit, new wash here)
Shoes: Tory Burch Reva In Island Turquoise

Top: Ralph Lauren Purple Crew Neck Cable Knit Sweater (old and they don't seem to make anything similar anymore, which is strange because it seems like a classic!)
Jeans: 7 Roxanne (old but same fit, new wash here)
Shoes: Tory Burch Reva In Island Turquoise
Earrings: Kendra Scott Carly Stud in Turquoise

I promise I'll be back to regular blogging next week with tons of pictures from Christmas and our little getaway!

Fashion Friday: The Look for Less and Kendra Scott

Happy Friday everyone! We are off to Dallas for the weekend to visit some family. Wish us luck for the four hour drive with the littles!I have a couple of totally random fashion related things for you today. First, remember the fabulous Lilly Pulitzer Elsa top I've been raving about?Well, I found a pretty darn cute and MUCH cheaper alternative at Old Navy of all places.

So, it's not silk and there aren't all of the color/pattern options, but it looks close!

$138 versus

For only $29!!! Available in pink, white, navy, yellow, mint, and olive green here.

Second, I'm officially obsessed with Kendra Scott.  I know she's been hot for a while, but I really had only been seeing people wearing the larger dangly (is that a word??) earrings that she makes, which generally just don't look good on me.  But, the other day I popped into her new store here and found some to die for and relatively affordable earrings I could see myself wearing all the time.  Here are a couple I would love to have:


Carly Stud in Turquoise
 

Tavi Stud in Green - I think these would be perfect to wear on Christmas!

P.S. If you sign up for the Kendra Scott email updates, they will send you a 15% off coupon!



My last little bit of fashion randomness is so silly but I just have to share.  I have very blonde eyelashes so I cannot live without mascara.  I generally just pick up some random tube that intrigues me at the grocery or drugstore because I feel like all mascara seems to basically work the same at least if you layer it enough.  However, on a whim I picked up two new kinds the other day and I decided to start wearing them together.  I think I may have stumbled on to something here.  The first is one of the fiber mascaras by Maybelline.  It's called Illegal Lengths... silly I know :)  The other is Maybelline Mega Plus Volume Express.

The Illegal Length did seem to make my lashes a bit lengthier, but alone it just didn't give my lashes the fullness I was looking for.  Together though...

Ok, the lighting is weird, but don't my lashes look kind of fantastic??

Alright, that's all for today folks.  I hope you have a wonderful weekend and you're able to wrap up all of your Christmas errands!