The Teacher Diva

What to wear to a Summer Wedding

After this weekend's wedding festivities, I had a few DMs asking about what to wear to a summer wedding. 'Tis the season, right? Austin and I love weddings. The dancing, sentimental moments, delicious food and getting dressed up, all make for a memorable evening! But with these events, come finding the perfect dress. We all know the list of do's and don't for summer wedding attire, but it seems lately dress codes have become a little more flexible. That still doesn't downplay the task of finding the perfect dress though! Below, I sourced the interwebs for the best options for outside weddings, black tie, and cocktail. ...

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White Dresses for Summer under $150

You guys know a white dress is one of my favorite options for summer. You can dress it up with heels or keep it casual with a pair of flat sandals. Not to mention, it doesn't hurt when you have a little bit of that summertime glow. ...

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5 Mini Bags for Summer 2018

This season has brought with it an exceptional crop of lust-worthy bags. From backpacks (this one is such a good price) and bucket bags to crossbodys, there’s plenty of options. In particular with mini bags.  ...

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Holiday Weekend

Happy Memorial Day, friends! We hope you all enjoy this holiday weekend with your family or loved ones. And to the heroes who have served and are currently serving our country, we can't thank you enough. We hope you all have a safe and fun Memorial Day! xx Ashley  ...

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The Best Summer Basics on Sale

You guys know I love a good basic. Whether it's a white blouse you will wear over and over again or a great fitting jean, I am all for it. And this weekend I'm sharing with you my favorite basic pieces for summer, all on sale.  ...

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SALE ALERT: Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale

Happy Thursday, friends! I wanted to drop in and share an exciting sale opportunity from Nordstrom. It's that time of year for the Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale where you can save up to 40% on current trends and designer finds (including my floral top from Rebecca Taylor). See my sale picks below!  ...

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Summer Workwear under $150

I can still remember feeling grateful that as a teacher we had summers off, mainly because dressing for work in the summer can be tricky. Even warm spring or early fall days in Texas meant getting creative with what I wore to school. (If you live in the South, you know what I'm talking about!) And even though I no longer have to go into a traditional setting, I do have business-related work year-round and the need for summer work wear. ...

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The Little White Dress You’ll be Wearing All Summer

I just love a little white dress for summer. A dress is always the easiest option for me (especially in this Texas heat) and this embroidered option just happens to be under $150. I always try to keep things as light as possible during the Texas summer. Plus it's going to be the perfect option to pack with me on our beach vacation next month.  ...

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Upgrade Your Classic White Blouse

I think we can all agree that a white blouse is an essential part of one's year-round wardrobe. A classic white blouse can pair well in the office under a slip dress or with distressed denim on date night. But lately, I've been looking for ways to upgrade a basic white blouse. And when I found this lace trim blouse, I knew it would be a nice change from the norm. Not to mention one that I would be able to wear almost year round.  ...

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10 Stylish One-Piece Swimsuits Under $200

It's that time of year again and if you're like me, you're already hunting down the best (and most flattering) swimsuits and coverups. And though I love bikinis, lately I'm opting for a stylish one-piece swimsuit instead. Below, I've rounded up 10 of the best one-pieces on the internet. And better yet, they are all available for free shipping + free returns. Because we all know trying on swimsuits in the comfort of your own home is one of the many perks of online shopping, right?  ...

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