The Teacher Diva

Chambray for Spring

One of the most versatile pieces in my closet has to be this Striped Chambray Shirt. It's a perfect option for spring or summer as it can be worn with so many basics you probably already own! I wore it this past weekend with these white jeans (size up), but love the look of pairing it with my favorite denim (I received many questions about Topshop sizing, so I was sure to include that at the bottom of this post). In my opinion, you can't go wrong with Chambray, especially a classic option like this. I've always loved my tops to fit a little oversized and since this runs a little big, I loved the style. I picked this up in the Topshop section at Nordstrom, and found so many other spring and summer must haves for under $100 (linked at the bottom of the post). I also have to mention these Suede Wedges...I got them as an early birthday present and they are quite comfy. The style is so classic and I can't wait to wear these more as it warms up. Thanks for stopping by! xx Ashley

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Birthday Wishlist

1 // 2 [a girl can dream, right] // 3 // 4 // 5 // 6 // 7 // 8 // 9 [also comes in black] // 10 // 11 // 12 Well, it's officially birthday week over here and the countdown to 29 is on! Thursday is my official birthday, but in my family, we like to keep the celebrations going all week. Yesterday, I took the day off  and spent the morning grabbing coffee with my mom, followed by a little pre-birthday shopping at the mall. Mom and I always plan little dates like this during my birthday week and vice versa, so I am looking forward to spending some time with her. Even when I was teaching full time, my birthday always fell on Spring Break so it's become somewhat of a tradition. Below are a few of my favorite things that I am loving for Spring! I love buying gifts for my friends and family, but sometimes it can be ...

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The Weekend Edit // .01

Happy Friday! I am so excited to introduce you guys to a new series that I have been planning for the past few months, The Weekend Edit. In effort to make things more consistent around here, I wanted to create a weekly series featuring some of my favorite finds, weekend sales and overall inspiration. You will find a new post each Friday, so please let me know what you think and if you have any suggestions on what you would like to see on The Weekend Edit. I hope you enjoy! This section is going to be geared towards sharing some exciting sales or favorite items that are marked down for the day or weekend. I hope to have new Sale Alert each Friday! Feel free to email me if you are looking for anything specific and I will try my best to find it on sale [theteacherdiva@gmail.com]. 

  • Tomorrow is the last day for the Shopbop Spring Sale. Have you shopped yet? I took advantage of the sale and picked up these Suede Wedges and these Gladiator Sandals. I also scooped up another pair of these boyfriend shorts. I purchased this pair 2 years ago and 
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White Embroidered Dress

There's nothing like a white dress to get you ready for spring. I loved wearing this White Embroidered Dress (now on sale with code BIGEVENT16) during our trip to Cabo San Lucas. It was light and airy and perfect for the warmer weather. I have to mention, I love that this dress is fully lined. So often white clothing can be sheer or too thin, and this was the perfect balance. It even came with a removable slip! I wore this dress when we ate at Manta. I can't wait to wear this throughout the Summer! On another note, if you are a new blogger (or aspiring blogger!) in the Dallas area, I want to invite you to join me at the Go!Forth Workshop on March 23rd from 6:00-8:00 PM. This event will be held at Lion & Witch (a favorite Dallas boutique) and I will be speaking and sharing tips on how to grow your brand and make the most out of your social media. I will also be answering Q & A's during the evening! Seating is limited so you will need to

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The Cape, A Thompson Hotel

Last week, Austin and I traveled to Cabo San Lucas to work on a project for The Teacher Diva and in the midst of shooting content and phone meetings, we also made an effort to relax and enjoy our time in Mexico (it's always important to have balance, right?). During our trip, we stayed at The Cape Hotel in Cabo San Lucas. The luxe resort is a singular beachfront retreat with a perfect view of The Arch and the Bahía San Lucas horizon. Thompson Hotels already have an outstanding reputation, and The Cape Hotel did not dissapoint. The incredible service starts as soon as you get off your plane and get through customs. The hotel offers private transportation to and from the airport, so you have the opportunity to take a private car (with complimentary bottled water, wifi and candy) to the resort. You can also find a local taxi easily when you walk outside of the airport. The private car is around $140 and the taxi is around $60. The drive is about 45 minutes, but it goes by pretty fast and you have a great view of the desert and beach. From the moment we drove up to the property, we were impressed with the detailing and service. Austin and I were each greeted by the hotel staff offering us "Welcome Drinks" (this was a nice treat considering the hotel was not all inclusive). As we started walking ...

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Sale Alert: Shopbop Spring Sale

1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8/9 Sorry for the double post today, but I did not want you guys to miss out on the Shopbop Spring Sale! This is a very exciting sale, especially now that we are gearing up for warmer weather. I love this sale and plan on taking advantage of this rare opportunity to save on full priced, new arrivals. A trend that we will see for Spring and Summer is wedged platforms. I am very excited about this (wedges are so much easier to walk in!) and have had my eye on these Suede Espadrilles. I also have to share that these Boyfriend Shorts are one of my favorites. I purchased these two years ago, and wear them non stop during the summer (see how I've worn them here, 

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Faux Fur Vest

My faux fur dreams came true when I saw this fun vest from Dawn Levy. I don't own any outwear like this, but when I saw it, I could not pass it up (especially now that it's on sale). The details on this vest make quite the statement, so it was important for me to keep everything else pretty simple. I threw on my black leggings (these are so slimming!) and favorite suede booties (on sale) and loved how they looked with this oversized vest. I also have been wearing this Black Watch by Timex non stop. I love the idea of wearing this not only to the gym, but also with casual outfits. I always get compliments on it (and it's under $75)! After posting this on snapchat a few weeks ago, many of you asked how I would wear it. There really are a lot of fun ways you can wear this piece. However, it is a statement, so if you don't usually wear bold pieces like this, you may want to keep everything else pretty simple. I love the idea of pairing it with distressed skinny jeans, a white ...

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Day 2 NYFW

Happy Leap Year! I hope you guys are enjoying your extra 24 hrs. I wanted to share this look from Day 2 at NYFW and some more information about our stay in New York. I've recieved quite a few questions about places to eat and stay while in New York, so I wanted to be sure and address those as well. This year, we stayed at the Conrad New York. I absolutely loved this hotel and it's beautiful view of the Hudson River. If you saw my snapchats (username: the teacher diva), you know what I'm talking about! The rooms were spacious and the service was top notch. Many of you asked, what does a blogger do during Fashion Week? Well, there are many different things to do as a blogger/press, but I would say the main goal is to give coverage for the brand and share the new collection with your audience. Whether it's sharing a video from backstage on Snapchat or a still image captured on Instagram, it's important to share those exciting moments for the brand. I love looking at what's happening backstage or see a preview of what's to come in the next season! During our stay, we had many meetings and showroom visits in the midst of the shows and presentaions. This makes for a very busy few days, but creates an opportunity to build some amazing relationships and meet some incredible people! We decided to use

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NYFW Day 1

I am so excited to share with you a quick recap from my recent trip to NYFW and a look at my outfit for Day 1. While fashion week is exciting, February in New York is extremely cold. So planning your outfits is a little tricky, but definitely strategic. You want to be comfortable, yet "put together" and layering is a must! I loved wearing these Radium Leggings from Carbon 38 to backstage at the Leanne Marshal show. You guys know how much I love Carbon 38 and I could not wait for these leggings to arrive in the mail just in time for me to take them on my trip. Not only are they extremely comfortable, but they have a shiny finish...almost like leather, but feel like fabric. I layered them with my favorite Ash Booties and Carbon 38 Parka over this top. It was the perfect combination for warmth and comfort. Would you judge me if I told you I wore these leggings more than once during this trip? You know how it goes when you find a pair that you love (plus they were so easy to pack)! During our trip we were able to meet with some of my favorite brands and see a few shows and presentations. I ...

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Green Silk Dress

Hi Everyone! We are heading back to Texas tomorrow and I can not wait to share with you our Cabo Travel Guide. Many of you have emailed me asking for Cabo San Lucas suggestions and I will be sure to include all of our favorite places in the post! In the meantime, I wanted to share with you a dress I picked up at Shoshanna during Fashion Week. I absolutely love the fit and color of this dress! I really don't own many colorful items like this, so it was fun to add a bold piece to my wardrobe. While the weather is still a bit chilly in Dallas, I paired it with my black tights and Dawn Levy coat (which is on major sale). However, I can't wait to wear it with these sandals this spring. It's truly a versatile dress that is perfect to wear as we transition seasons. My sister in law is getting married in April, and I plan to wear this to one of the bridal party events. It's the perfect pop of color! Thanks for reading! xx OUTFIT DETAILS: Shoshanna Allen Dress (Fit: The dress is a shift style, but I would suggest if you are busty, to ...

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