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Back to School Essentials

The last week of August means its time for back to school, whether it be the smell of new supplies, the feel of new clothes, or the excitement of learning new things…I love it all. I always loved going back to school and this year is no different. I officially started classes yesterday and today, I’m sharing my back to school essentials.

Pinterest quotes just gets me!
  • A planner
    • Whether it’s a big calendar blotter, a small planner you can pop in your backpack or even an app on your phone. A planner is critical for keeping you studies and social life in order. I can’t live without one! Plus the designs are so cute and creative, it might as well be a fashion statement.
  • Fresh supplies
    • You can’t start the new school year or semester off without some new supplies. It’s okay to splurge, get the fun notebook, buy the colorful pens. It will keep you organized and it will make you smile, when you are slaving over homework late at night.
  • A new outfit (or two)
    • Confidence is key for taking on new adventures. One way to boost your confidence is with getting a new outfit or two. Show off you style. Be comfortable with who you are.
  • Goals
    • A new school year means its time to set new goals. What things do you want to accomplish? What do you want to get out of this year. How much effort do you want to put in? It’s all about what you make of it. You have the chance to make this school year great!
  • A positive attitude
    • Each school year brings its own worries and excitements. The best way to embrace it all is with a positive attitude. Tackle any struggles or fears you have with a smile. It will go a long way.

Keep those essentials in mind as you take on a new semester or school year. What things are essential for your school year or your first day of school? I have one last summer look for any Labor Day picnics, then it’s time for fall fashion. See you on Thursday!

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A Few of My Favorite Things: Summer Edition

A few of my favorite things:

As summer is winding down here are a few of my favorite summer must haves.
T-shirt Dress
I love a good t-shirt dress
Dress it up with wedges or sandals or dress it down with converse. This dress works for both and it’s perfect for traveling, shopping, or date night. I got this one from Marshalls.
Jean Jacket
A great transitional piece for different seasons
A perfect light jacket to wear on cooler nights by the fire. Also a great transitional piece of clothing from spring to summer or summer to fall. I got mine from Old Navy.
Fuzzy Sandals
Comfort + Cute
A cute and comfortable accessory. I’ve talked about them a lot in the past and I have worn them on numerous occasions. Definitely a favorite in my closet.
Bare Minerals Matte Lip stick
A pop of pink to add to any outfit
An up close view of the color
I love a good lipstick. I started using this Bare Mineral matte lip stick from Ulta Beauty and fell in love with it. It goes on soft and smooth and dries matte. I love the soft pink. It works with any outfit. They have a wide variety of shades but I loved this pink in the summer months.
Bare Minerals Matte Foundation
What I wear every day!
Another Bare Minerals product I use daily. This foundation feels so good on my skin and lasts all day. It’s smooth and has great consistency. I wear a fair share to go with my light skin. I got this from Ulta Beauty as well.
That wraps up my summer favorite things. This is not an advertisement or sponsored by any brands. Just sharing my love for these products!
 Sorry for the shorter post, I’m currently training for my new job which is taking up a lot of time. Not to worry, I will be back in full swing soon!!! xoxo
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Look of the Day #6

LOTD

Last week I shared a dressed up and more formal look, Today I am sharing how you can use the same pieces to dress the look down. I wore this over the weekend spending time with my family. It was a perfect casual look to sport.

Starting at the bottom, I got these gladiator sandals last summer from DSW and they have been a crucial part of my wardrobe. They are fun and unique since they are black, they can go with anything, shorts, skirts, even a t-shirt dress.

Shoes from DSW

I got my shorts last summer as well from Marshalls but they are originally from Nine West. They are comfortable and a bit longer so you can wear a longer top with them.

Shorts from Marshalls

This top is the same one I wore last week with my orange skirt. I got the top from Francesca’s.

Front of top from Francesca’s
Back of top from Francesca’s. Gotta love a little lace in the back!

The necklace is also the same from last week to add a pop of color! I purchased that from Francesca’s as well.

A pop of color from Francesca’s

Lastly, the hat I got this summer from Marshalls. It was a total splurge purchase, but I am so happy I got it. It is big and protects you from the sun and it’s black which matched perfectly with my outfit.

A fun hat to finish off the outfit!

Well, that’s the rundown of what I am wearing today. I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!!

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Look of the Day #4

LOTD

So a few weeks ago I talked about my favorite jean jacket which I wore a ton in the spring. Well today, I’m going to be talking about my favorite summer pair of pants. Since Memorial Day has come and gone it’s time to break out the white! Yes, I fully believe in wearing white from Memorial Day to Labor Day!

I have had these white capris for a few years and they are my absolute favorite! You can dress them up or down! I try to look for clothes that can be worn in a lot of ways. I also love how you can change an outfit so easily with the help of accessories!

I wore this outfit to work a few days ago and I dressed it up. I matched the white capris with a blue and white pin strip shirt and my go-to Kelly and Katie sandals! I decided to wear a bold necklace to accessorize my outfit! The capris are from American Eagle.  American Eagle is a hit or miss for me. I only have a few pieces of clothes from there, but I have friends who love to shop there. It all comes down to what works best for you. The top is from Gap which can be a hit or miss for me! Sometimes I walk out with a few outfits, other times I have no luck! The necklace is from Francesca’s. I love going to Francesca’s to get new accessories, outfits, dresses or just look around! Francesca’s is like Target for me, you always feel better after going there whether you buy anything or not (most of the time, I am guilty of buying something)!

Happy Thursday!!

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Look of the Day #1

Look of the Day (LOTD) #1

Once a week, I will post one of my favorite outfits of the week, along with the accessories and where to wear it. As a college student, I have found that you do not have to wear sweat pants and a hoodie every day to class. You can dress cute and comfortable and it still be affordable.

This is one of my favorite dresses. I have it both in gray and burgundy. I got it from Old Navy along with the sandals in the early spring. The necklace is from Francesca’s, which is one of my favorite stores. The dress is lightweight and comfortable. I have worn this dress in both colors on multiple occasions. I wore it in burgundy to class once for a presentation and added a blazer to dress it up.   I have also worn it out  to dinner with friends.

I love finding clothes that can be mixed and matched and worn it with different outfits for separate occasions.   You can dress it up with heels and tights in the winter and add a blazer to it. In the spring and summer, you can dress it down with a pair of ballet flats or sandals.

This week I decided to wear it for a day at work. I work in an office so I must dress professional. I paired this dress with gray sandals, a long silver necklace, and silver earrings to dress it up a bit. It was perfect for a spring day. Happy Thursday!!