Outfit: Back to Basics

When there is "nothing to wear" in my closet, I always tend go to this striped dress(worn as a top) and my favorite denim button down. These 2 staples in my closet I could not live without. I got the inspiration for this outfit from this pin I saw on pinterest. I'm constantly on the lookout for new ways to spice up my more basic clothing items!

//Hat (similar linked) /Top -actually a dress (similar linked) /Denim shirt /White jeans (similar linked) /Black sandals (old H&M- similar linked ) //

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Taylor Swift Concert

 

Wednesday was the first performance of Taylor Swift's 1989 World Tour so big thank you to my grandparents who gave me 2 tickets this past Christmas for me and a friend to be able to go! The concert was fantastic! My friend, Amanda, and I had a great time!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Don't get me wrong, the concert was AMAZING! Getting there- a total mess.

12:00 Wednesday afternoon we were all set and ready to go when all of a sudden my mom was standing, on a chair, in not so practical shoes, in her closet, trying to get her suitcase when... I mean you guessed already, right? Yes, she did take quite a fall and we are still waiting to hear from the doctor on what exactly she did to her left foot. She is on her way to recovery now but after it happened things got a little crazy (to say the least). How were we suppose to get to the concert? Who would stay in the hotel with us? After making several calls, I was informed that my small group leader was taking her daughter and her daughter's friend to the concert. I called her and prayed that they hadn't left yet. Luckily, they hadn't and they were able to take us. Hallelujah! All 6 of us (my sister also came) piled into the car and we were off.

 

6:00p.m. we arrived at the hotel. The concert opened at 7:00 so we quickly changed clothes and ran back out the door. No, no, no, not so easy. Amanda could not find her purse. A few minutes passed of frantic searching and all of a sudden I remembered accidentally knocking it behind a bench. *face palm*

 

We arrived and parked in time and walked to enter our side of the building. Security was checking purses so I opened mine and the lady told me that I could not bring my camera inside the building and to go put it back in my car. Um, no, not today. I continued into the mob of people to have our tickets scanned. My small group leader's daughter and her friend's tickets all scanned perfectly, ours did not. I'm not even going to get into that whole situation, lets just say nothing seemed to run smoothly. After much discussion, we had to rebuy some tickets. (but in the end got the money back) We walked to our seats, more like wormed our way because of the massive standstill crowds. Low and behold, we have third row seats. A.K.A. the best seats we could have asked for! We were so thankful! Also, for the longest time the whole row in front of us was empty, again, low and behold, the opening act singer, also well known for his hit "Riptide" Vance Joy sat RIGHT IN FRONT OF ME!!! NO JOKE.

 

We had a wonderful time filled with mishaps and miracles!

 

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Outfit: Embroidered Dress

This dress has been on serious repeat lately. It is so comfy and cute, I'll throw it on after I've been laying out to go run errands, or just everyday! It's perfect! This exact dress is currently sold out but I linked a very similar one. Forever 21 has really been kicking lately!

//Forever 21 Dress (super similar linked) /Ray-bans /Midi rings /Forever 21 Shoes (similar linked) /H&M Bag (similar linked) //

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My Brother's Graduation

This past weekend my family drove to my brothers boarding school for his baccalaureate and graduation. We had such a fun weekend celebrating and I thought I would share some pictures from the weekend!

 

 

We drove over Saturday and had the baccalaureate service that night. After, we had a *fabulous* dinner at one of our favorite restaurants called Alleia. (if your ever in Chattanooga, definitely check it out) This sassy little dress I wore is Trina Turk.

 

 

Sunday morning was the graduation ceremony. I was pleasantly surprised by how quickly it went by! For 175 graduates, I mean.

 

 

 

We are so proud of you, Clay, and the man you're becoming! God has a great plan the life ahead of you and I can't wait to see how he works through and in you! I love you!

The dress I wore for graduation is from Red Dress Boutique and my necklace is Kendra Scott.

 

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Outfit: Safari Dress

In my opinion, I do not think there could be a more versatile dress. I call it my "safari dress." (lol) This dress is definitely a staple in my closet. It can easily be styled so many different ways! Last week it was sunny but cool outside so I threw on one of my (mother's) favorite scarves with this dress and called it a day.

 

 

 

 

//Lilly Pulitzer Scarf (my mother's) similar here /J.Crew dress (similar here) /Ray-Bans /White sneakers -only $5! /J.Crew blue bracelet /J.Crew chain bracelet /Timex watch //

 

What is a staple in your closet? 

 

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Outfit: Off the Shoulder Top

Currently obsessed with off-the-shoulder anything! I found this adorable little top at Francesca's online store and I could not be happier with it.  Checkout this romper and this dress I love!

//Francesca's Top /Necklace(similar here) /Jeans /Clutch (my moms, similar here) /Thrifted Nine West wedges//

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One Piece Swimsuits under $50

I am so excited that one pieces are trending right now! 1. Because they are comfy and carefree(most of the time) and 2. I always find myself searching for one for either camp or a church function. Plus all of these adorable suits I found at Target for less than $50! I have also had a lot of luck looking for one piece swimsuits in J.Crew's sale section. Swimsuits linked here:  Palm print, Hot pink, Navy&Pink, Light blue

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