Happy Happy Friday! Anyone have exciting plans? We are shooting for a fun, upcoming project, catching up with old friends, and Austin (my husband) is celebrating a birthday. I love birthdays and I can't wait to party it up with that guy. I am actually trying to step up my game this year and I have a few surprises planned for him. I may or may not have already told him about one. I am the worst at keeping surprises! He has sworn me to secrecy and will not let me spoil any other surprises. My lips are sealed! It should be a fun next few days.
I have been on the hunt for the perfect poncho and was so sad when this sold out right after Thanksgiving. Lucky for me, this cozy number restocked just in time for santa to put it under our tree! This poncho is probably one of my favorite tops right now. So simple, but I love the layers, texture and colors. You probably wouldn't believe me if I told you it was only $28. Crazy, right? See how I paired it with stripes here. Thanks for reading and have a great weekend!
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Gift Guide | Valentines Day
With Valentine's Day less than a month away, I can't help but "think pink". While flowers and candy are nice, let's think outside the box this year. I've gathered a few of my favorite gifts (both luxury and steals) that are more than welcomed for the upcoming holiday.
Neons haven't always been my thing, but I absolutely love the color "blush". Especially for Spring and Summer! This Tory Burch Clutch is a classic and I am loving the new fragrance by Jo Malone Peony and Blush Suede. Some more affordable items (although you would never guess) are these XO Pave Studs and this Blush Scarf. Both under $30! I also can't get over this sleep mask--adorable! Happy Shopping! xx
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Everyday Lipstick Guide
Coral Lip | Muted Pink | Pop of Pink | Nude Lip
Despite my growing collection of lipsticks, I've made it my mission to find my signature lip color-- or colors for that matter. You know, the colors you can wear every day and feel instantly glamorous. After looking at my collection, it's evident I only wear pinks and nudes. I've tried reds and bolder shades, but they just aren't practical for everyday. At least for me anyway! These four colors are my absolute favorite that I wear all the time. I chose these because they are the ones that seem to last for hours and they don't dry my lips out. The gloss doesn't have as much staying power as the lipsticks, but it's still a great color to have on hand. These shade are also easy to mix. For instance, Vanilla Suede looks great with Pink Poodle. It makes a glossy, nude/pink that I just love. Just remember, the key to rocking a lip color is finding the right shade for your skin tone, and after that, it’s all about how you wear it. (It’s all about confidence!)
What is your go to shade? I would love to hear about it!
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Bow Tied
As I've mentioned before, my closet could always use a little more color. However, I have a hard time passing up neutrals. This Gray and White High-Low Sweater has been on my watch list for a while and it's a steal at under $30. I love this sweater! The length was perfect and it's super soft. I stepped out of my comfort zone a little and paired this bow tie to change up the look. Either way- this sweater is a closet staple.
Shop the Post: She Inside Gray & White High-Low Top ("one size" fits like a small/ overall good quality) | ASOS Bow Tie | J Brand Black Jeans (run true to size) | Chanel Classic Flap via Portero | Forever 21 Black Boots | Lipstick MAC "Snob" with Urban Decay "Love Child" Gloss | David Yurman Bracelet | Watch
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Relationship Advice : Boyfriend Jeans
I love a great pair of jeans. Who doesn't right? But sometimes it's not easy to find the right fit, style or wash. I found a few ways that help me narrow down the search in what can seem like an overwhelming task.
For the last few months, I have been on the hunt for a great pair of boyfriend jeans. I've seen numerous Pins and styles on Instagram, that I felt like I needed to pull the trigger. I found these (size down) on sale from J Crew and loved the color and distressing. However, I was so worried about the fit. I mean, saggy jeans? Is this a thing? Before buying, I did a little research. I know, who has time for that...but I actually enjoy researching clothes and reviews before making a purchase (I got that from my husband who makes me research everything before buying. I used to be annoyed, but now, I've grown to appreciate it. ha!) Reading reviews is essential when ordering online. They can be so helpful when it comes to sizing, fit and overall quality.
It's important to find a pair of boyfriend jeans that are flattering. I've see some that are so baggy that the whole look just felt sloppy. I liked that these were more fitted, but still stood true to the "boyfriend style". I also love the distressing on the front. After receiving the jeans, I ...
Pink & Gold
If you were to peek in my closet, you would find an overwhelming assortment of creams, blacks, and stripes. Pretty boring right? Sure it's easy to mix and match, but I needed to step out of my comfort zone. While I like love neutrals, I wanted to branch out and try adding a little more color into my wardrobe. This Pink Cocoon Coat (only $45) was the perfect compromise. The texture is so soft and I love the feminine details. I could not pass up on those gold buttons! The girly pink was just what I needed to brighten up my closet. Have a great Tuesday! xx
Shop the Post: SheInside Pink Cocoon Coat (under $50 // Wearing a Small) Note*** Many of you ask about the quality of products from SheInside and I have to say that I have had a positive experience ordering from them. I've ordered 5 separate times and only once did I have an issue (and that was because I didn't pay attention to the size guide-- my fault!) Just keep in mind, shipping takes a while, so be patient ;) *** | J Crew Boyfriend Jeans (extra 40% off with code STYLE2015 // size down, they run big) | Equipment Slim S
On The Go
Happy Monday everyone! This morning, I am off to the classroom and trying to get back in the swing of things after a nice & relaxing winter break. I say this every year, but the break always seems to fly by. It was so enjoyable though! I was able to spend some quality time with my husband (Austin) and see both of our families for the holiday. I loved every second of it!
Here, we spent some time at Highland Park Village (one of my favorite places in Dallas). This Swagg Top from Camilyn Beth is my absolute favorite. It was the perfect sweater to wear as we walked around the stores and sipped coffee on the sidewalks. I have worn it so many times (it's embarrassing) and always get asked about it. This is no doubt my favorite look for a casual day on the town.
During my time off, I was also able to dive in to some ongoing projects for The Teacher Diva. We have some exciting things happening in the next couple of months and I can't wait to share them with you. This whole blog has been a learning (and challenging) process for me (hello, education major). However, despite the challenges, I have so much fun writing and creating the content that goes in to each and every post. This has been the perfect creative outlet for me and my hope is to provide you with a little inspiration each day. Your emails, comments, and words of encouragement really do mean so much and I ...
Blue Swing Coat
Happy New Year guys! There are two things I love most about winter fashion: cozy sweaters and swing coats. We have definitely been feeling the icy chill in the Dallas air these past few days and I was pretty excited for the chance to wear some of my favorite coats. Usually, I stick with a basic black or tan coat, but I felt like trying something new with this Blue Swing Coat (under $100).
The color was so perfect and it goes with just about anything. After looking at these pictures, I've decided I want to wear it with winter whites. I think the cool tones will compliment each other nicely. Big thanks to my husband, Austin for spotting this while we were at Nordstrom last week. He usually doesn't shop with me (ok, never!) but I guess he was in the holiday spirit while picking up some last minute gifts. Oh and it doesn't hurt that it was on sale either! See more of their coat sale here. Happy shopping! xx
Shop the Post: Topshop Blue Swing Coat (under $85 // wearing a US6--fits like a 2/4) | White Turtleneck (similar here) | Joe's Slim Boyfriend Jeans (size down ...
Beauty Talk | NYE Makeup
Now that NYE is a couple of days away, I wanted to share a fun makeup tutorial for a night on the town. My daily routine is usually pretty simple. But since the holidays are here, I like to make for a more dramatic look. Here is a fun and simple way I like to glam up my holiday look!
I used the following products:
MAC Studio Fix Liquid Foundation in NC25 // Bobbi Brown Foundation Brush // Benefit Fake Up Concealer in Light // MAC Eyeshadow in Nylon // MAC Blush in Tenderling // Lorac Behind The Scenes Eyeshadow Primer // MAC Lipstick in Dangerous // Stila Liquid Eyeliner // Lancome Hypnose Mascara // Makeup Forever Mist & Fix // Anastasia Contour Kit & Brow Duo (color Taupe)
Cheers! xx
Post Holiday Sales
Hi Everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and are getting excited for New Years Eve! I wanted to share a quick sale round up featuring some of the best "after Christmas sales". I was pretty excited to see that these jeans were on sale (seen here and here, go one size down) and these OTK boots (seen here and here) are under $100! Happy shopping xx ...