Loving Lately // Ankle Straps

 

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Yesterday I sent my mom one of those e-mails you can only send a mom or an extremely close friend - "I've decided I need a complete overhaul of my shoe line-up". Why do you have to be selective with this information? Because anyone else would roll their eyes and think you're completely insane (jury's still out on me). 

I'm pretty sure this revelation of sorts was prompted by all of the amazing shoes I can't keep my eyes off - and there seems to be one common denominator, the ankle strap. I started my collection with these last summer and just can't get enough. Which is your favorite?

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Spring Wardrobe Essentials // Embroidery

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Ever since pinning this pretty picture a year ago, I've had embroidered pieces on the brain. In fact, I surprised myself while digging through my pins on just how many embroidery inspiration photos I have saved. Therefore I have drawn one conclusion - I need to go shopping. In fact, that always seems to be my conclusion. Anyways, give me your thoughts on embroidery - will you be rocking some this spring?

PS - need more options? check out this cute little number.

Hey Mickey!

You know those mornings when you are getting ready and mentally running through all the options in your closet, and everything sounds terrible? That was me yesterday, and about 15 minutes into this infuriating routine I somehow remembered my Mickey sweatshirt that is usually reserved for lounging at home. I must say, I think my good old disney friend served me well for a day of running errands.

In other news, I chopped my hair this weekend. Two things: 1) holy mother of split ends 2) still trying to figure out how to style these shorter tresses 

old sweatshirt, similar here / j.crew jeans / chuck taylors / old tote, similar at sole society / j.crew factory necklace, updated version

Spring Wardrobe Essentials // Pastel

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The day when I can shed these winter layers will be a glorious one. Oh the freedom of wearing a light jacket instead of a parka and a scarf and a hat, and gloves. Woof. 

High on my list of must-haves for spring are anything and everything pastel. After a winter filled with mostly dark colors, soft pinks and blues feel fresh and almost therapeutic. Wear them head to toe or with a bold hue for a little color blocking. 

What trend are you most exited to sport this spring?

Channeling Spring

ray-ban sunglasses / sweater from piperlime / timex watch / old shorts (similar) / tights / sam edleman booties / old zara purse (great options: 1 & 2)

As I was getting ready Saturday, I spotted my long-forgotten neon orange purse hiding in the back of my closet. In a feeble attempt to will spring into existence, I pulled this lady out and decided to sport her for the day's activities. The result? Woke up to snow on Sunday. A for effort?! 

PS - please excuse the heavily wrinkled shorts, this is real life people. 

Sunday Browsing Vol. 2

Happy Sunday Friends! I hope everyone had a lovely weekend! Mine was filled with lots of love - a casual date night with the hubs for Valentine's Day, followed by a baby shower celebrating four sweet mommas on Saturday. Of course, my weekend wouldn't be complete without a little browsing - here are a few things I'm loving lately!

• I think I may be the last person to learn about anything. But just in case I'm not the last person on earth, check out Darling Magazine - I'm already in love. 
• Zara is always a win. Natalie's round-up of their new spring collection is on point. 
• I'm thinking these would be fun addition to my closet this spring. 
• Spent last Sunday with Leigh & Callie (two amazing women) working on a winter collaboration. here's a little sneak peak. 
• I seem to be loving everything Nordstrom has to offer in the way of shoes lately - exhibt a, b, c -   maybe I can use a little tax-return money? (since that would be the mature adult thing to do)

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I Believe In // Silence

I am someone who doesn't relax well - every night after work, I get home and work on this here blog and/or do chores until it's time to brush my teeth and hop into bed. My husband jokes that I never stop, and I'm pretty sure the poor man now goes to bed an hour or two later then he did before we were married because he deals with my shenanigans. 

However, a few nights ago the red seas parted and I found myself lounging in bed in complete silence - no phone to look at, no magazine to flip through, no tv in the background, and no blogs to browse. I was surprised by how rejuvenating and peaceful it was. I know, it sounds unbelievably obvious, but most of the time I need to be reminded of these simple truths. 

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