Friday, May 29, 2015

Pool Bag Essentials

Hi everyone! Hope everyone is enjoying their summer so far if you're on summer break and if not, only a couple more weeks to suffer in school! It's finally starting to get warm enough for pool days. Here's what I keep in my pool bag:





Pool Bag: Vera Bradley --> check out the retired 
patterns or the outlet store for a better price!



Towel: no idea where it's from
Sunscreen: Copertone Sport --> I love spray sunscreen for 
pool days because it's easy to reapply over and over



Flip Flops: Old Navy
Bikini: Target from last summer




Hat: Vineyard Vines ---> perfect for messy hair
Sunglasses: Forever 21 --> cheap in case they get lost or broken
Croakies/Sunglass Strap: Lilly Pulitzer --> makes it easy to keep 
sunglasses around your neck
Koozie: Vineyard Vines & Lilly Pulitzer --> keeps drinks cooler in
the hot summer heat


Makeup Bag: Vera Bradley


I don't typically wear makeup when I'm swimming but here's some
makeup I'd bring in case I have plans after:

Deodorant: Dove
Lotion: Bath & Body Works 
BB Cream: Maybelline --> lightweight with some color and coverage
Mascara: Last Blast by Covergirl
Eyelash Curler: Revlon
Lip Balm: EOS with sunscreen
Sanitizer: Bath & Body Works
Powder: Rimmel London Stay Matte --> perfect for hot summer days/nights
Kabuki Brush: Eco Tools
Lip Balm: Baby Lips by Maybelline --> perfect amount of color


Hair Essentials:
Brush 
Bobby Pins
Creaseless Hair Tie


Book: Along for the Ride by Sarah Dessen --> light reading while
tanning or in the pool
Wristlet with Money for Snacks/Drinks: Lilly Pulitzer 
Key Fob: Kate Spade





Here's an inside look at the bag! There's 6 inside pockets and 2 outside ones, perfect for staying organized!


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Thursday, May 21, 2015

Nordstrom Semi Annual Sale Picks

Here are some of my favorite accesories from the sale and what I think they would be perfect for (as always links are provided):
'Arden' Station Cuff

the perfect cuff for some arm candy



'gramercy' multifunction bracelet watch, 34mm


the perfect everyday watch 


'Jill' Collar Necklace
the perfect statement necklace for any outfit


'seize the day' iPhone 6 case

the perfect phone case for daily inspiration & motivation

'Zola' Leather Tote
the perfect work tote


'Cecile' Multifunction Bracelet Watch, 40mm
the perfect pop of color 

'Kerry - It's Friday I'm in Love' Wristlet

the perfect wrislet for going out especially on Fridays

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Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Internship/Professional Outfit Essentials & Outfits

Although I've never had a job or internship I've had to dress professional for, I've put together some essentials and outfits based off what I think might work. Make sure to read your dress code, you can always modify the outfits and essentials for your workspace! Here's some essentials:

the 24 essentials


1 2 3 4 
5 6 7 8 9
10 11 12 13 
14 15 16 17 18
19 20 21 22 23 24




I tried to put together some different outfits with each clothing item for whatever your job/internship may entail whether it be running errands, constantly eing on the move or walking, sitting in a cubicle, going to meeting, and just some everyday outfits. Just add tights, caridgan, or blazer if needed for your dress code. Of course there's more combos than just these but here are some outfits: 

blush shift dress





Outfit 1: dress | heels | necklace | watch | bag
Outfit 2: dress | shoes | necklace | watch | bag
Outfit 3: dress | heels |  earrings | watch | bag
Outfit 4: dress | shoes | earrings | bracelet | watch | bag
Pencil Skirt

Outfit 1: skirt | shirt | heels | necklace | watch | bag
Outfit 2: skirt | shirt | heels | necklace | watch | bag
Outfit 3: skirt | shirt | heels |  earrings | watch | bag
Outfit 4: skirt | shirt | shoes | necklace | watch | bag


scalopped dress

Outfit 1: dress | heels | necklace | watch | bag
Outfit 2: dress  | heels | necklace | watch | bag
Outfit 3: dress | shoes | earrings | watch | bag
Outfits 4: dress | heels | necklace | bracelet | watch | bag
Printed Trousers

Outfit 1: pants | shirt | heels | necklace | watch | bag
Outfit 2: pants | shirt | shoes | necklace | watch | bag
Outfit 3: pants | shirt | shoes | necklace | watch | bag
Outfit 4: pants | shirt | heels | necklace | watch | bag
linen skirt


Outfit 1: skirt | shirt | shoes | necklace | watch | bag
Outfit 2: skirt |shirt | 13 | earrings | watch | bag
Outfit 3: skirt |shirt |heels | necklace | watch | bag
Outfit 4: skirt | shirt | heels | bracelet | watch | bag

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Thursday, May 14, 2015

Top 3 Lilly Pulitzer Picks Under $100

 Personally I can't justify spending $198 on one Lilly Pulitzer dress, however, they do make other great options with even better prices. Here are my top 3 picks under $100 (click the product name for links):  


perfect for a night on vaction





perfect for a chilly summer night



perfect for brunch in the city



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Tuesday, May 12, 2015

Affordable Metallic Sandals


Metallic sandals are a huge trend for the spring/summer. I know that all fashion lovers love trying new trends, but it's important to remember that these trends come and go. Therefore, it's important not to spend too much on pieces that may go out of style soon or you may not wear often. Check out these affordable metallic sandals I found all under $50: 

metallic





Here's a sample outfit styling metallic sandals: 

metallic outfit



Some metallic sandals are worth investing in and I'm sure a lot of you already have if you love all things preppy -the famous Jack Rogers. Here are a few of my favorite metallic ones: 


jack rogers







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