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The First Gift Guide of the Season

November 28, 2016 No Comments

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A quick scroll through Instagram and you’re tripping over gift guides. But how many of them are carefully put together for your cousin who came from Philadelphia with their dog Trix who is into glamour and smelling good?! Right? You’re welcome.

Let’s dive into this bad boy. All of these gifts can be easily, conveniently and warmly picked up at West Town Mall…

This is not a bracelet. It’s for your CAR. Finally Yankee Candle has gotten all my letters and created a pretty car scent! Dangle it from your rear view mirror and your friend will be driving through fields of daisy’s all season long.

Ann Taylor fur stole – to make your friend feel like she’s Lucy Ricardo and she found it in the piano where Ricky hid it to give to her on her anniversary #ILOVELUCY. It is beautiful and makes a glamorous alternative to a scarf!

Gift the gift of cute in every area of life with this great Vera Bradley curling iron case.

It’s a gold sequin tumbler. If she has a pulse, she should love it. Stop by Francesca’s for your own…er…I mean your friends gift *WINK.

Everyone has THAT friend whose phone is always low on power. Get that friend this bag from The Limited that will recharge her phone inside of it. It’s also great for the friends who want to feel like MacGyver. (If they don’t know who that is, I’m sorry, that’s a whole other gift list).

Face masks are the best. I mean it. I wear one once a week now and pretend like I’m at a spa (speaking of which, another great gift idea here). These are a fabulous and rare pack from Sephora so snatch one up for your beauty-loving friends.

Gift the gift of glow with this set from Bare Minerals. Who doesn’t want to look like they’re walking around in ambient lighting at all times!? Arlight then, glow get ’em!

Dogs are people too! Well, dogs HAVE people too and how could you not love someone more if they got you something cute for their dog from Altar’d State?

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How to Sneak in Fall Fashion Now

August 31, 2016 2 Comments

You guys, you guys, you guys, we are so close to fall *deep inhale* I can almost smell it.

Every year I savor these days right here. Football is about to begin, boots are about to be worn…I like being on the verge almost as much as I like being in the middle of it.

Yeah I try to distract myself by wearing the things I love most about summer for a while. But I can’t help but want to sneak in a jacket or two.

So I’ve got some ways you can start styling styling your summer looks with a more fall-like feel.

These pictures were taken by the talented Brittany of Southern Roots Photography at the West Town Mall Back to School fashion show this August!

If you’re ready for jackets…(ME!)

This look is from White House Black Market. I watched her walk down the runway and I instantly wanted every piece to get in my closet.

The sheath dress is made more fall appropriate with a great jacket (I mean GREAT jacket), neutral heels and a brown bag. The fact that the necklace, shoes and bag all echo the same warm brown color, really pulls this look together. It makes it more appropriate for fall and totally doable even if it’s still a little warm outside.

If you’re ready for layering…

This simple, comfortable and yet still totally chic look is from Charming Charlie.

And this look makes it official: the outfit possibilities with a chambray shirt are now endless.

If you’re going to pull this off, make sure the dress is simple and/or has a darker color to it so that it doesn’t look like you’re playing dress up. Add a great statement necklace like the model has on and simple stud earrings to polish up the look.

Really, this would be so comfortable and perfect for all day events.

If you’re ready for sweaters…

This ultra light weight sweater couldn’t be any more perfect for right now. This look is from The Limited and that great bag is from Vera Bradley.

Every piece of this look will go miles in your closet. I can see that sweater with the ever popular jeans/boots/scarf combo. The jean skirt would work seemlessly into so many combo’s like tights, booties, tucked in long sleep shirt and a great big necklace; or an oversized sweater and Keds; how about boots and a half tucked button down with a chunky statement necklace.

I think I just talked myself into buying that bad boy…

Pick up any (or ALL) of these items at West Town Mall! And let’s get the cozy feel of fall all revved up now. #seriously

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Fall 2016 Inspiration Board

August 22, 2016 2 Comments

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Truth? I wanted to fill this fall board with jackets and boooooots.

I also wanted to change my nail polish color to this deep red. So as you can image, this fall I’ll be a pile of boots, jackets and wine red.

So that we both don’t walk around looking like crazy people this fall, here’s a list of things to fill your wardrobe with. And hey, you can get all of these things at West Town Mall.

1. Wine Red Jacket – I will wear this over everything. Pick it up at White House Black Market.

2. Army Green Jacket – This over a white tee, jeans and some booties will potentially be my uniform in a couple months, thanks to Forever21.

3. Black Pleated Skirt – Oh how I love these skirts, Rue21. It’s so flattering because it carves out a waist and gives you a little swing in your step.

4. Chunky Layered Necklace – I’ve been craving one of these, and this one from Ann Taylor is both classic and current (but isn’t everything at Ann Taylor just that?)

5. Big Bag – I like big bags, I can’t lie. And it’s going to help me combine what I need from the diaper bag with what I need for everyday. And this color…well, that’s just good enough to EAT. Pick this one up at Dillard’s or Coach.

6. Tights – Um. Yeah. These from The Limited are what I plan to slip in from September till the last possible hint of winter is gone in April…or maybe May…Junish?

7. GAP Jeans – I don’t have a reason to buy more jeans, but the fact that these and a number of others are on sale at GAP for $12.99 means I’ll start coming up with reasons.

8. Plush Hoodie – American Eagle also has “sexy” in the name of this hoodie, which isn’t often used in the description of these. I’ll bite. Mainly because if I can look sexy and be comfortable? I’m in.

9. Over-the-Knee Boots – Charlotte Russe will have me popping in a lot if they keep these great over-the-knee boots in stock! I’ve been considering these tall boots for years, this is the year I go for it.

I hope this helps get you in the mood for fall! If not, I can email you a whole LIST OF REASONS. :)

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Back to School Clothes (Pretend You’re Going Back to School)

August 10, 2016 No Comments

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I’ve already decided when Jackson goes to school, I’m going to bypass being sad entirely with the fact that I’ll get to buy SCHOOL SUPPLIES!!!

Gah! I can’t wait. But it will get here soon enough. For now I’ll just buy them for fun and use this time of year as an excuse to spiff up my wardrobe.

As mentioned in a previous post, The Limited is offering some new stuff/discounts. The Limited in West Town Mall is now The Limited Back Room. Ooo!

We all know the “back room” is a magical place because it’s where all the good stuff is kept, i.e.: “I don’t know, let me check the BACK ROOM.” Or, “It looks like we did have your size in the BACK ROOM.” How about, “We’ve got some candy in the BAC…ok that’s not right…

Watch my segment from this week to see all the beautiful outfits that can really be mixed and matched with each other, creating an uber chic, uber spiffy wardrobe!

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How to Dress for a Big Day

August 8, 2016 1 Comment

Prepare yourself: You’re going to get really jealous as you look at this outfit, but you’re not going to be able to buy it anywhere because it’s not 1998 (I say that, but it’s probably being hung in Forever21 as I type this)…

I remember specifically choosing this dress because I felt as if it really complimented my figure. And obviously comfort played a strong factor, why else would I choose to pair it with 100 pound old-lady sneakers?

So maybe I didn’t get proportions right, and maybe later that year I got the Jennifer Aniston hair-cut that ended up looking like untamed helmet hair. Regardless, I had the right thought process down.

Here are the three things to keep in mind when dressing for a big day…

1. Pick something that makes you feel like the best version of you.

I wore this lavender dress because I knew I had some pretty awesome curves to show off, which made me feel good about myself whenever I wore it. I was able to walk the halls of school confidently that day because I picked something I felt good in.

2. Make comfort a priority.

Whether it’s the first day of school, or the first day of a new job, there’s a plenty of uncertainty to go around. The last thing you want to do is be uncomfortable. Be sure to wear something you won’t have to tug on or readjust constantly.

Shoes are a bit tricky when it comes to comfort. I maybe dove off the deep end of comfort with what I’m wearing in the picture. The main thing is wear shoes you can easily walk in. You want to be able to carry yourself well in a new environment because as the new person you’re going to be a bit more noticeable (don’t worry it will quickly wear off).

3. Don’t do anything to your hair that’s going to have you second guessing yourself all day

I.E.: do I need more hairspray? Are my curls still there? Do I need to redo my ponytail?

Go with your easiest style, saving the more complicated ones for after you’ve settled in.

You have a lot to offer this world. By planning the right outfit you can relax and present the best version of you!

Looking for some good deals on clothes? The Limited has changed their format and is running some pretty awesome sales.

And here are some strategies for buying summer clothes now and wearing them later.