My Style: Excursion Quilted Vest

Vest // Sweater // Skirt // Tights // Boots // Necklace

 Inspired by this post last week, I  took my own advice when curating this look. I picked up these tights last week and they have polka dots on them. Swoon. Busy week ahead, this Wednesday is the first Des Moines Fashion and Beauty Blogger event Katelyn and I have spent weeks planning! I can't wait to get together with all of the Des Moines area fashion bloggers, it's about time! 

My Style: Leather Shorts

LC Lauren Conrad Blazer & Leather Shorts // Forever 21 Top // J.Crew Clutch // Zara Heels // JewelMint Necklace // BaubleBar Bracelet // Fossil Watch

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This is what I wore to an evening of wine tasting and dualing pianos. We toasted and sang to our hearts content. A perfect evening in my book. I can't wait to wear these shorts this fall with tights and booties!

PS. I'm itching to get a hair cut and color. It's been far too long {don't ask, you don't want to know}. What are your thoughts? Go darker and shorter? Bangs? I'm not usually one to take risks, but I'm ready for a slight change!

#videofymyfashion

Just having a little fun before grabbing a late lunch in the East Village. 

When I'm lost in my closet, I always click over to Pinterest to find last minute inspiration.  This did the trick.

Head over to #videofymyfashion tumblr to see the video & click the heart to vote for my summer look! 

My Style: Neon Pink

J.Crew Sweater // StyleMint shorts // Clarks Indigo Luna Orbit Heels // J.Crew Clutch // BaubleBar Necklace // F21 Sunnies

The power of online shopping & a good sale scored me this neon sweater & amazing chambray shorts while I was traveling. I have a feeling that, despite the heat, this sweater is about to become a closet staple. And the shorts - don't even get me started - they go with EVERYTHING in my closet. The only challenge I will have with them is that I can't wear them to the office!

PS. The only thing worse then packing is unpacking. Three weeks worth of laundry has peppered my bedroom floor. It's a test to see who will cave first. The floor or me. So far, I'm winning. 

life lately

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{ballet at glaza studio}

{friday night fancies..i spy baublebar}

{nitefall on the river}

{at the market}

{collage boutique favorites at the market}

{bow ties for your man & your pup}

{perfection spotted at market day}

{afternoon treats - may or may not be rereading fifty shades}

{sunday brunching attire}

{newest DIY...tutorial coming next week}

{dots on dots - thanks ebay for the j.crew skirt!}

{strawberry spinach salads...my weakness}

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My Style: Brights

Zara Peplum Top // Gap Scalloped Skirt // Sam Edelman Flats 

BaubleBar Necklace // Farrah Tassel Clutch c/o Stephanie Johnson

When I'm late for work, it's usually because I can't decide what to wear. Thankfully, the morning I decided to wear this outfit, I had spied something similar on Liz from {Sequins & Stripes}. It was that perfect moment of seeing something on someone & knowing you had all the makings of that outfit in your own closet. Clothing emergency solved!

Ps. If you loved this Stephanie Johnson clutch, stay tuned tomorrow for a giveaway from SJ!

pink + florals

Ever girl needs a fancy pair of shoes to kick up their heels in.  Pair your floral heels with a feminine blouse and your favorite worn-in jeans. Don't forget to throw on you your trusty gold watch and a bright necklace - you'll be set for your day!

Blouse // BaubleBar Necklace // Michael Kors Watch // AG Jeans // Floral Heels

My Style: Bubble Gum Pink

AG Shorts // Equipment Blouse {obsessed!} // Frye Bronze Flats // Bauble Bar necklace 

Every year Hy-Vee puts on a Ladies Night event to benefit JDRF.  Last year, I walked in the fashion show for Blond Genius and was asked to come back again for this year’s show! Last Monday, the ‘models’ made their way through the racks of Blond Genius and took a trip to their denim bar to find the best outfits to showcase the upcoming trends for spring & summer.  I loved getting to play dress up, especially with this Equipment blouse -- let's just say if money grew on trees I would own this blouse in every color & pattern possible!

My Style: Navy + Coral

Michael Stars Sweater {similar} // Gap Khakis - Last Season {similar}// Bauble Bar Necklace & Bangles // London Fog Tote

I wore this lovely spring number to work last Friday and then to the Hy-Vee Ladies Night event where I modeled for Blond Genius {more photos to come}. Friday is always jeans day at work but for some reason I just wasn't feeling it.  I decided to add a bit more color to my day and these Gap khakis fit the bill.  As it turns out, I wasn't the only one with coral on the brain - my future sister-in-law turned up to the event in coral skinnies from H&M!  

P.S. Thanks to Caitlin from Style Within Reach for recommending me Revlon's Stormy Pink!  A soft, lovely shade of pink, perfect to wear all day long. 

Runway to Real Way: Michael Kors Spring '11 RTW

Splendid Maxi Dress // Zara Wooden Wedges // ASOS Clutch // BaubleBar Neon Colorblock Necklace

I have been itching to recreate this Michael Kors Spring '11 look from NYFW for the girl on a budget.  This look for less is super low-maintenance.  Throw on this maxi dress with flat sandals to run errands or dress up with these wooden wedges and a punchy necklace when you head out for drinks with the girls!

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neon + baubles

Boho Drops, $34 // Neon Colorblock Necklace, $62

Crayola Links Necklace, $26// Sea-Foam Cable Necklace, $54

Everyone needs a little color in their life! These bright and punchy baubles from BaubleBar would add a pop to any outfit!  I finally snatched my favorite Champagne Bib Necklace after I received an email it had been restocked & have been wearing it non-stop since its arrival! I can't wait to pick up one or two of these neon pieces for this summer!