I've been told I have a polkadot addiction, but I think there are much worse things to be addicted to. Something about a polkadot print makes me happy, it's just fun. Ya know? So when I saw this sweater at a Banana Republic outlet I wanted it BAD. I was strong, I didn't give in, the price was still a little high. Then my second trip to a Banana Republic outlet was a much happier experience since the sweater was 50% off!! I snatched this baby up so quickly. Now I only wish I would have bought two since they had so many color combinations... it is so comfortable!!

sweater // Banana Outlet

shirt // Old Navy

jeans // Old Navy

glasses // Kate Spade

necklace // Forever21

earrings // Old Navy,

bracelets // Forever21 

& BTB Jewelry

shoes // Off Broadway (similar)

lips // Revlon Just Bitten, Crush

nails // Sally Hansen, Plum's the Word

Linking up with Living in Color Style & Stylin in St. Louis 
for the weekly trend, sweaters.

Also linking up with Perfectly Coutured & White Coat Wardrobe
for their Three-fer Thursday.
& lastly linking up with Sincerely Jenna Marie!
Thanks Ladies :)

Some Flannel, Boots and a Chick.

Greenville was blessed with true fall weather over the weekend!! It even felt like it was almost winter on Saturday night since it was in the 40’s. I didn’t mind one bit, I was so excited to dig out my sweaters, boots and thick wool socks! Or steal my husband’s socks. On Sunday we enjoyed an early morning with some adorable three year olds and then went to the late church service. We had communion like we always do on the first Sunday of every month but it felt more refreshing than normal. More sacred. October is here and it feels like a fresh start in many ways. Stepping into our second year of marriage, finally finding a comfortable spot to serve in our church and loving on sweet kids, enjoying this beautiful weather that this new month brings… it is all good stuff and I’m so thankful for it! I’m also thankful for cozy flannel shirts and the cute chickens that make our backyard a little more fun. Sunday was a great day. Except for the Jets losing, but we won’t talk about that.

^^ that's Tina Turner. She's our tallest chick so she of course wins that name.
Also, don't forget about the Giveaway to win a stack from Rocks and Ruffles for yourself! 
Make sure you enter, TODAY is the LAST day!!!

shirt: Old Navy (so many kinds), jeans: Loft, boots: old gift from my Mom, 
bracelets: Rocks and Ruffles (win yours here!!!) & Banana Republic, necklace & ring, Forever 21
lips: Loreal Colour Riche, Pink Cashmere, nails: essie, The Perfect Cover Up


Linking-up with these lovely ladies below:

Living in Color Style,  Stylin in St. Louis
 Perfectly Coutured,  White Coat Wardrobe

 & Sincerely Jenna Marie!

Thanks for the link-ups! 

Ten Dollar Treasure.

At the beginning of Summer I was doing a little shopping in Marshalls for some great steals when I found this lovely jumpsuit. My mom had been telling me that I needed to buy one but I wasn't sure how it would look on me since my legs are pretty short. Anytime I had seen one in person the woman wearing it was super thin with legs for days. I instantly decided that a jumpsuit was not my thing. Then I found this one. It was hanging all by itself on the clearance rack for a whopping $10! Of course I snatched this baby up and ran for the fitting room crossing my fingers it would work. I wasn't completely sold since I didn't have on the right shoes or the right bra (you know how that goes, right ladies??) but since it was only $10 I thought I’d be crazy to not buy it. Once I got it home, I was so happy that I took the chance. It is SO comfortable and the perfect outfit for a relaxed night with girl friends or a date night with my man!!

jumpsuit: Marshalls (similar), shoes: Kenneth Cole Outlet (similar),
earrings: Old Navy, necklace: Forever 21, ring: Forever 21 (similar)
bracelets: Old Navy & mom's hand-me-down
sunglasses: Banana Republic Outlet
nail polish: L'Oreal, I Like It Chunky,
lipstick: Sally Hansen Lip Inflation, Temptress

Liking up with Living in Color Style & Stylin in St. Louis 
for the weekly trend, All Black!

Thanks ladies!!

Summer Beach Wear // with Raise.com

A couple of weeks ago I was contacted by Raise.com to do a beach theme post for their campaign, Summer Beach Wear, and I had already planned to do a special beach post for today since we are happily leaving for vacation tomorrow! Perfect timing, right?  Whenever I'm on a beach vacation I love to pack outfits that I can wear multiple times for different occasions. The beach cover-up/date night item is always a nice option to pack in your bag. So, here is my day to night look with one of my favorite shirts!

shirt: Forever 21, suit: JC Penney (similar), shorts: Old Navy (similar), shoes: Old Navy

I love an outfit like this to wear on my drive or walk to the beach. It's also great to throw back on when you want to walk down the beach for lunch, an ice cream cone or do some shopping!!

shirt: Forever 21, jeans: Target, shoes: Payless (similar),
necklace: Forever21, bag: Forever 21 (in black), bracelet: Banana Republic

For a summer night at the beach I love to wear something comfortable and this outfit is great for comfort! The shirt is breezy with a tank top underneath and I love the relaxed, black washed jeans with my favorite wedges.


& don't forget to check out Raise.com so you can BUY or SELL gift cards! This cool new site lets users purchase gift cards for less than their value, helping to save you some extra cash! I love to go on shopping sprees for end of summer sales, so when there's a big purchase I want to make, I will start checking this site first to see if I can score any deals on gift cards. I've seen up to 15% savings and that is something that you don't want to pass up! Seriously, go check it out!!
Just a few of my favorite gift cards are, Forever 21 (of course!), JC Penney, & Target!

{Image from Raise.com}

Stripes and Spots.



I've always wanted to be bold enough to rock the mixed patterns and prints trend but I usually chicken out, but for some reason I had a brave moment this week and actually wore this entire outfit to work. A rainy Monday morning needed some sass, so I went with it. I've worn all of these pieecs before but never have I thrown them all together into one outfit. Okay, let's be honest... I've worn this exact outfit many times, just not with these shoes. But life is short, wear the shoes. That is going to be my new moto. Also wear green nail polish because it is pretty. And like I said, life is short!  

shirt: Old Navy, pants: Express, shoes: Bakers

earrings: Old Navy, necklace: Hamrick's,

bracelets: Banana Republic & mom's hand-me-down

nails: Revlon, Posh , lips: Maybelline Whisper, Pin Up Peach

Liking up with Living in Color Style & Stylin in St. Louis

for the weekly trend, prints and patterns.

Thanks ladies!!

'merica.

Today is my Friday thanks to the wonderful 4th of July holiday tomorrow. Thankful, I am!! We aren't even sure what our plans are for the weekend but those kind of weekends are great after several weeks of planned schedules. When I think about the 4th I automatically think of Old Navy. Every year I find myself checking out what they have in red, white and blue, and they never let me down! Oh, and yes... that is the chicken coop way back there behind our garden. One day I'll let the girls join me for some photos. ;) Hope you all have a great holiday, Happy Independence Day!!!

shirt: Old Navy, skirt: Old Navy,

flip flops: Old Navy, earrings: Forever 21, 
bracelets: Banana Republic (chain) and Old Navy (blue bangle)
nails: Revlon ColorStay, Sunburst  , lips: Revlon Just Bitten Lip Stain, Gothic

liking up with Living in Color Style & Stylin in St. Louis

for the weekly trend, Red, White or Blue!

Thanks ladies!!

The Perfect Summer Dress.

You ladies know when you have those moments in a dressing room that are so exciting you have to do a little happy dance? I can’t be the only one. I’m sure we have all had those moments a time or two. Well, this dress caused a serious happy dance when I tried it on for the first time. I fell in love. I’m a big fan of the maxi dress craze and we all know that I’m a fan of Forever21 so when I saw this dress hanging in the store I think I squealed a little bit. It is the perfect summer dress for so many reasons. It flows effortlessly which helps you stay cool. It is loose and comfortable. And of course it is beautiful! Throw on some wedges and some gold jewelry and you have a perfect date night dress. Love it!

and of course it is tons of fun to spin in!! ;)

dress // Forever 21

shoes // Off Broadway

necklace // Ann Taylor

earrings // Old Navy

hair clip // anthropologie

bracelets // Banana Republic & Old Navy

& Mom's hand-me-down

nails // essie, Ballet Slippers

lips // Bare Escentuals, Dare Devil

liking up with Living in Color Style & Stylin in St. Louis

for the weekly trend, Summer Dress!

Thanks ladies!!