October Street Style Inspiration

Hello all! I've recently been extremely inspired by street style, both online and on the streets of Florence, Italy (where I'm currently studying abroad). I find myself more interested by street style from fashion week than the actual runway looks. With all that being said, I've decided to compile a blog post of all my street style favorite lately and explain why each look inspire's me. I hope you enjoy!

Four Summer Finds - A Mini Haul

Hello all! Although I'm supposed to be saving money to study abroad, I some how found myself at the mall (shocker) and I was ready to drop some cash on new clothes! I've been on the hunt for the perfect lace up shoes and after being extremely disappointed Macy's was sold out of the Steve Madden ones in taupe, I finally settled on a pair from Nine West! I also ventured into Forever 21 for some new clothes that my budget could afford. I'm one of those people who actually enjoys going through every room in Forever 21. I think it was time well spent since I was able to walk away with 3 pieces. I was originally only going to buy 2 but on the way out I saw something else I knew I needed, does this happen to anyone else?! Here's what I bought:




Forever 21 Ribbed Knit A-line Dress: to be honest I usually hate ribbed clothing but something about this dress was calling my name! I bought it in a blush pink color and the store had a couple more colors (unfortunately the website only has cream left). This is a great basic for summer than can be dressed up or down depending on your shoes and accessories. 

Forever 21 Contemporary Pleated Cami: I'm usually not a big fan of things with a peplum silhouette or ruffles, but again this was calling my name! When I saw it across the store I knew I needed it. I bought it in the mint color which will look perfect with white jeans and summer sandals for a nice dinner or while I'm studying abroad in Italy! For only $15.90 there was no way I was leaving without it.

Forever 21 Tassel-Hem Gauze Shorts: these shorts caught my attention when I was leaving the store and I decided to buy them on a whim without trying them on. I loved the tassel detailing, which is super trendy lately. I wish I had tried them on because they are a bit shorter than I was expecting, but I'm sure I'll still wear them either over a bikini or out with friends. 

Nine West 'Signmeup' Lace-Up Flats: this is the purchase I'm most excited about and the reason I went on this shopping adventure. The best part of these shoes is the insane deal I got them for. I only paid $60!! Yup you read that right, only $60! Macy's had them on sale for $79 instead of $89 and they are having an insane shoe deal right now, if you buy one pair it's an extra 25% off, 2 pairs is an extra 30% off, and 4 pairs is an extra 40% off!! I even had Macy's gift cards so I didn't even have to spend any money on these. I think these will be the perfect flats all summer long and I'll be packing them for Italy too!

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Trending OOTD: Off the Shoulder

My favorite trend lately is off the shoulder tops and dresses. When I saw this dress for less than $20 I knew I needed it. I'm always weary to invest in good quality trendy pieces since you never know how long they'll be around for. When it comes to this trend specifically it'll most likely only be wearable during the warmer months. Here's how I style an off the shoulder neck:

Dress: Forever 21

Shoes: Gap similar under $20!

Sunglasses: Marshall's

Necklace: Kate Spade

Bracelets: Cape Cod | KJP | Mantra Band

Earrings: J. Crew Factory

I wanted to keep my hair up to really show off the neckline of this dress, so a low messy bun was perfect. I love easy hairstyles, specifically in the summer, that don't require heat. I wanted to keep the rest of this outfit rather simple so all the focus would be on the dress. Unfortunately the dress has almost completely sold out online, but I'll link some other off the shoulder pieces I'm loving!

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OOTD: Neutral Transitioning

I finally have a new outfit post and I'm so excited about it! As much as I love shopping, I can't justify buying a completely new wardrobe for every season. With that being said, I really try to take pieces from one season and transition them into the next. For this outfit, I used my fall and winter pieces with my spring pieces to create this really easy and affordable outfit. I bought this dress recently for less than $10!

Dress: Forever 21 less than $10

Jean Jacket: American Eagle similar

Shoes: Charlotte Rouse similar under $20

Backpack: Forever 21 similar

Hat: H&M similar

Necklace: Kate Spade

Bracelets: Cape Cod | KJP | Mantra Band

I'm all about loose and t shirt like dresses so when I saw this one in Forever 21 I know I needed it. I'm a huge fan of army green and an even bigger fan of the price of this dress! I paired with it with a jean jacket, which is my go to jacket for breezier days of spring and summer. I've been loving the lace up shoe trend since fall, but was skeptical to pay full price for the trend so I bought a cheaper alternative from Charlotte Rouse, instead of buying a designer pair. However, I've had my eyes recently on the Steve Madden Eleanorr flats and I think it's time to invest. 

Backpacks are so easy and I'm absolutely loving this one lately, I love that it's so simple but the tassels give it an added detail. I loved this hat when I bought it in the winter, and I'm not quite ready to abandon it yet for sun hats. It's the perfect hat to give any outfit an added touch to really pull the entire look together. For jewelry I wanted to keep it simple, so I threw on my go to necklace, along with the bracelets I never take off. 

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Nightstand Inspiration & Progress

Hello all! I'm back home for the summer and so excited to redecorate my room at home. I'm trying not to buy anything new, and instead use everything I already have. For some reason I can't stop looking at pictures of nightstands on Pintrest lately so I'm going to share with you the pictures I've drawn inspiration from along with the progress I've made with my nightstand so far. I still need to hang some stuff on the wall above mine so let me know if you have any ideas for me, I'm thinking my monogram along with something else.

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After hours exploring on Pinetrest, I realized some nightstand essentials seem to include a lamp (obviously), books, picture frames, art, and some random objects. I especially love the look of layered picture frames, book stacking, and keeping a similar color scheme. I used things I already had in my room to create my version of a layered nightstand drawing inspiration from the photos above! Follow my Pinterest Board for more inspiration!

I'm thinking of spray painting my lamp gold, but I'm not sure if that'll be too much gold, what do you think? I've collected a few coffee table books lately, but I obviously don't have my own coffee table yet so I figured they'd be perfect for my nightstand. I love the layered look of the frames along with the quote stacked on top of the books. It gives a great flow and rhythm, and I also like how overall my nightstand is asymmetric but the frames are symmetirc. I also love this floral ring around a glass jar I keep all my koozies in. A coaster is essential for keeping water next to my bed and I love that this one incorporates the gold of the frame and quote. The whale dish is super cute and a great place to throw jewelry I forgot to take off before bed. Let me know if you have any ideas for any changes I should make to my nightstand because after all it's still a work in progress! 

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Top 5 Need to Buy - April

The start of a new month means another wish list for the month! I've been absolutely loving all the trends lately and can't wait to incorporate them into my spring and summer wardrobe. Here's my April wishlist: 

1. Lilly Pulitzer Pillow: I'm a huge fan of throw pillows and when Lilly Pulitzer  released their own somewhat recently, I knew I needed to get my hands on them. As someone who usually just buys throw pillows from Marshall's, I'm still trying to justify $35 for a pillow especially when I'm a broke college student. This pilllow is even prettier in person and would look perfect with my bedding at home and school.

2. Brandy Melville Denim Skirt: I'm slowly starting to love that denim skirts are becoming trendy again and I think the best way to incoproate the trend is through a white skirt, at least for me. White will be perfect in the summer and doesn't quite remind me of awkward middle school days. I also love that this one is button down.

3. J. Crew Factory Shorts (1) (2) (3): I love how classy J. Crew shorts and I can't wait to get my hands on more. These scalloped ones will add an interesting touch to any outfit, while the plain chinos are great for any outfit, and the last pair will be super confortable. 

4. Lilly Pulitzer Enna Top: To say I'm obsessed with this top would be an understatement. It seems to be quickly selling out so if you like it, you'll want to try to get it on your hands soon! I love that it incorporates the off the shoulder trend and even has pom poms. I was so disappointed when I went to In the Pink  (a Lilly signature store) and they didn't have it. 

5. Ray Ban Polarized Aviators: I've been wanting Ray Ban aviators for quite some time and I think it's time to finally invest. I tried on polarized sunglasses last semester and was obssessd. If I'm going to invest I deifnitely want them to be polarized. 

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Tuesday Top 10 #3

I'm so excited to be back with another Tuesday Top 10 with items perfect for spring! I'm absolutely loving all the trends lately and can't wait to share them all with you! Let's get started: 



1. "Wish You Were Here" Sun Hat: I must say this would make for some great Instagram pictures... anyways though this would be so cute for beach days to keep your face protected from the sun and would even be cute with a sundress.

2. Silk Romper: I love not only the style of this romper but also the floral pattern, perfect for walking around the city or for a spring date. 

3. Tassel Lace-Up Sandals: Lace up has been a huge trend for multiple seasons now and I love that these sandals would add a pop of color to any outfit.

4. Lilly Pulitzer 'Enna" Top: This is probably my favorite item out of the 10 and the one I'm most likely going to buy. Off the shoulder is super trendy and I love that this is white making it super versatile.

5. Heeled Sandal: These would be perfect with a dress or even jeans! They're a bit more fancy than a flat sandal but more causal than wedges, making them a perfect go to sandal for spring and summer. 

6. Benefit Highlighter: Highlighting has been huge lately and this creamy highlighter will be perfect for the spring and summer months.

7. Mirrored Sunglasses: Mirrored sunglasses have been huge and I love that these aren't aviators. I'm a huge fan of tortoise shell sunglasses, so I'm obsessed with these. 

8. Lace Up Heels: I love that these are super chunky and seem more comfortable and somewhat more causal than the pink pair due to the chunky heel. This nude color is much more wearable thank the pink and will even be good to transition into fall. 

9. Tassel Beach Shorts: Tassels have also been huge lately and I love that these shorts incorporate the trend. They'd be perfect to throw over a bathing suit for a day at the pool or the beach. 

10. Scalloped Bikini: Although this may give you some weird tan lines, it's still so cute. Not only do I love the color, but I also love that it's scalloped and a halter top.

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OOTD: Happy Easter Every Bunny

Happy Easter everyone! I hope you all had a relaxing day spent with loved ones if you celebrate and if you don't I hope you had a lovely Sunday! Easter is one of the few days I really appreciate having a bunny because he is perfect for Easter photo shoots (lol). Although it wasn't as warn as I would have hoped, I still decided to wear a dress. Here's a look at my outfit with my bunny: 

I just had to include this picture too

Dress: Marshall's 

Shoes: Gap Factory similar

I love how simple and easy dresses are to wear. This dress has a neckline that doesn't even require a necklace, how much easier could it get?! I bought this dress without even trying it on and when I tried it on at home I was so glad I had bought it. Not to toot my own horn, BUT I think this dress fits me really well and really compliments my body shape. I'm not someone who loves tights dress so this dress is perfectly fitting -it's not too tight but it doesn't make me look like I'm wearing a potato sack. I'm going to add some dresses with the similar silhoutte and shape down below (I couldn't find any similar floral ones). I'll also add some similar shoes!TBH it looks like my skin hasn't seen the sun in forever, yikes. It's safe to say I can't wait for summer and for my skin to get some color ASAP.

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The College Guide: Staying Motivated & Focused

Now that spring break is over, it can be hard to stay motivated and focused to finished off the semester strong. Personally, I feel like I've lost my motivation and find myself constantly procrastinating. Here are some tips I've come up with to help stay motivated and focused to finish off the semester strong:

1. Find a study space: this may be your dorm room when your roommate isn't in the room, the common room, the library, or another place on campus. Where ever it may be, it should be a place where you won't be distracted and some where you can go to stay focused on the work you need to accomplish.

2. Listen to relaxing music: music can help you stay focused or it can easily distract you. I find that listening to music I know all the words to actually distracts me because I find myself singing along instead of focusing on my work. I try to listen to calming music such as John Mayor, Jack Johnson, Lhe Lumineers, etc. There are plenty of relaxing spotify playlists to check out and I came across a coffee shop playlist that in obsessed with! 

3. Make to do lists: making a to do list will help you figure out what needs to get done. Your to do list can range from things you need to do around your room to homework you may have. By writing it down you'll know exactly were to focus your time and will feel accomplished once you can check the items off. I got my super cute note pad in the picture above from Marshall's!

4. Check your grades: checking your grades can be extremely motivating. It'll either make you want to keep up the hard work if you have good grades or try that much harder if your grade could use some work. 

5. Set time deadlines: setting deadlines for myself for when I want to get things done keeps me focused and motivated. Although I tend to always wait until the last minute, having a deadline for myself will help motivate me to get it done in a timely manner.

6. Reward yourself: this can be something as simply as rewarding yourself when you finish one assignment with a break or this can be something such as rewarding yourself with shopping if you get a grade you are after in a class. I think I might reward myself with Jack Rogers if I get all As this semester!

7. Write out your goals: this will help motivate you to accomplish your goals if they are written out on paper. It never hurts to set both long term and short terms goals to keep you motivated and focused on what exactly it is you want to accomplish. 

8. Write down all your assignments: writing everything down in your agenda will help you not only remember all your assignments that are due but will also keep you focused on what needs to get done and when it needs to get done by. If for whatever reason you don't have an agenda yet, I've seen Lilly Pulitzer agendas at Marshall's lately.

9. Put electronics down: I'm not going to lie I'm terrible at this, however, I've found that if I put my electronics down I'll be more focused. I try rewarding myself with my electronics, for example I'll allow myself to check my phone only after I've doing a certain amount of an assignment.

10. Plan ahead: it can be hard in college to balance all your work and when stress piles up it can be hard to be focused on what needs to be done. If you plan ahead and know when you have time for each assignment, this will allow you to be focused on one thing without worrying about everything else. 

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