Getting Graphic

shorts (ASOS sold out, options below), blouse (J.Crew), shoes (Kate Spade), bag (Rebecca Minkoff), bracelets (J.Crew, Stella & Dot, Stella & Dot on SALE), ring (Lagos), watch (Michael Kors), shades (Ray Ban)

I am SO BUMMED THESE SHORTS are sold out!!  The good news is; however, Asos does restock their items so you have my word I will keep an eye out for you.  I did spot THESE CANDY COLORED STRIPES as a fun alternative as well as some other graphic stripes below.  Technically you could say there's a lot going on in this rig, but the graphic black & white and METALLIC HEELS keep it crisp and not overbearing.  And don't be so quick to pack up your shorts as the weather starts to transition to fall.  You'll find they make for a perfect pairing with casual SWEATERS. Alright gang, make it a good one and enjoy your Tuesday!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Emerald City

dress (Line & Dot, Piperlime), heels (Rebecca Minkoff sold out, DVF Sale Option), faux jacket (BB Dakota, almost identical version), bag (JJ Winters), necklace (Hyla Dewitt, Adele of Lexington, DYING for THIS & THIS), watch (Michael Kors), rings (Lagos, Anna Beck), cuff (unknown), shades (Gucci)

Y'all know I've been yip yapping about THIS DRESS for a bit now and let me say, she did not disappoint!  Even though it's obviously loose & trapeze fitting, the color, little ankle peek, and shoulder display make it surprisingly flattering (I suggest sizing DOWN).  And how happy am I that it works well with a Faux Leather jacket for a perfect fall transitional look.  Not to mention you could pair this lovely with a handful of hues--how about yellow, gold, or royal blue?  Apologies for the hemline wrinkles--was sitting cross legged and seems she got a little crumpled (major pet peeve)!  Alright gang--insane work day ahead--make it a good one!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

Relatively Simple

 

top (Library by Lauren Lail c/o), jeans (DL1961), shoes (Sam Edelman other shades HERE & HERE), clutch (Zara), cuff (unknown), bracelets (Stella & Dot on Sale & Linea Pelle), watch (Cartier), shades (Ray Ban)

Sometimes I gravitate towards a very clean & simple look with just one little bit of Flash.  I wore this number to a casual night out to dinner with a girlfriend and felt extremely comfy and yet pulled together, too! I'm also loving the idea of pairing this look with lovely embellished Flats.  

In unrelated news, I'm super excited to have Meghann from Adele coming over this afternoon to help me remix my casa and add a few new pieces.  Interestingly enough, putting together a look is second nature for me; however, maximizing my space and blending interiors ain't my forte.  I know what I like, can pick it out easily, it's the placement I struggle with---Meghann to the rescue!

Wishing you all a lovely weekend--make it a good one!  

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

It's Here...Finally!

look 1:  pants (H&M c/o), blouse (Loft sold out, love THIS), shoes (Zara, similar), belt (Target), bag (Michael Kors, Navy Version), bracelets (J.Crew, InPink c/o), watch (Michael Kors), rings (Lagos, Anna Beck), shades (Gucci)

look 2:  top (HM c/o), vest (J.Crew), shorts (Generra), belt (J.Crew Similar), bag (Rebecca Minkoff), shoes (Seychelles), shades (Ray Ban)

This is crazy good news for us small town gals who have to trek to the city or even those city gals who like to peruse from the comfort of their own home...H&M ONLINE SHOP is officially open and ready for us to shop our little hearts out!  In celebration of the ONLINE SHOP, I'm pretty stoked to announce H&M is running a 50 States of Fashion Contest and has asked yours truly to be the sole Kentucky Ambassador and help spread the word!  I'm telling you, gang, this is a gooood little Contest--y'all definitely should enter!  Rules are as follows:

Snap a photo in your best H&M duds and load it onto H&M's Instagram using the hashtag #HMShopOnlineXX (depending on your state).  For Instance, my IG Yesterday sporting These Guys would have hashtag #HMShopOnlineKY.  You'll be entered for a chance to win a $250 H&M Gift Card or the Grand Prize of a trip to NYC with a $1000 H&M Shopping Spree!  Make sure you check out the Official Entry Rules Here!  Stay tuned for more of my favorite H&M picks & styled looks in future posts.  Make it a good one--I'm now going to have to pry myself off of my computer--remember to pace yourselves gang!  

Contest ends August 21, 2013 at 7PM EST.  You must be a U.S. resident and 21 years of age or older to participate.  

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

A Day In the Life of Beauty

Vaseline Spray & Go//Clarisonic//Hair Gloss//SPF//Polish//Lip Balm//Brow Gel//Brow Pencil & Tweezers//Tinted Moisturizer//Baby Powder //Facial Moisturizer//Facial Cleanser//Fish Oil//Mask//Acrylic Tray

Otherwise entitled, "If Stranded On an Island," "How To Get Ready With Two Monkey's Underfoot," "Get Three People Ready in Under 20 Minutes," or my personal favorite, "Put Your Money Where Your Microderm Is."  
Look, even if you're not a mom and only obligated to get yourself ready in the morn, it can be a challenge to do so in a timely fashion, correct?  It is CRITICAL for me to have time saving routines in the morning that are also cost effective.  Like with fashion, I believe you should invest your money in the things that really cannot be duplicated in a drugstore setting--for me that is a Clarisonic Mia, a retinoid cream (not pictured but endlessly loved), and monthly Microdermabrasions and/or Chemical Peels--this is where I toss my funds for my face/body.  As for the daily routine, I rely on the drugstore finds for the most part because I find they get the job done and my wallet doesn't take a huge hit.  A timesaver..Imperative. Seriously.  Enter Vaseline Spray & Go Moisturizer....stuff is the real deal and is my first order of business post shower.  Not sure what I love more about it, the smell (think island hopping), fact you can spray it on in a jiff, or that it absorbs ridiculously fast and truly is so very moisturizing (I really don't even rub it in) and can literally toss on my rig right after I spray.  Oh and if your preggers, I've got a legit Source that says it's fabulous for moisturizing the bump and preventing stretch!  I follow that up with a mixture of Moisturizer & Tinted Moisturizer and of course some SPF.  So truly, if I was stuck on an island and could only have a portion of what is pictured above I would insist on the Vaseline Spray & Go Moisturizer and Eyebrow Gel.  Seriously, I am a weirdo when it comes to my brows---butcher my hair, fine---mess up my brows--no dice!  So as long as I'm moisturized and the brows are well groomed, I'm a happy cat.  Other little tricks I use--no time to wash the hair?  I lightly dust some baby powder at my roots and blast it with the blow dryer (absorbs any oil and adds a little texture to the hair).  Need a little glow on the face?  Swipe a little Balm on the apples of your cheeks for a dewy pick me up.  And always remember your Vitamins!  Would love to hear any time saving tips or tricks you all use--do share!  Make it a good one, gang!

photos courtesy of Kristin Tatem

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