LOOKALIKES: TELL ME ABOUT IT, [ROCK]STUD.

I have had my heart set on these babies since the moment I laid my underpaid eyes on them. You can imagine my utter devastation when I saw the price tag. I was driven to drink, and then I was driven to find a more affordable pair that would fit the bill without breaking it. VOILA. I am nothing if not resourceful, people.

TAN SANDALS / BLACK SANDALS

Buy one, buy them all. Your bank account will thank you. Happy weekending, Gilties.

RECIPE: A COZY HOME UPDATE.

This is a very VERY good time of year for dressing yourself, but it's equally as good for dressing up your space. As you guys know, I have zero self-control when it comes to decorating, shopping for decor, looking at decor, touching decor, thinking about decor. There is not one free inch of space in my apartment, so now I have taken to decorating under things. You guys, UNDER things. This is very bad.

There are a ton of super easy ways to change things up without buying any new major furniture. Have you guys seen the new West Elm catalog? Throw game is strongggg. I chose one of my faves and put together this little fallish update for you and your square footage.

'LADIES' PRINT / NICKI MINAJ PRINT / WEEKND PRINT / GOLD CANDLE / MARBLE CANDLE / MATCHES / FEATHER PEN / GLOBE / THROW / ANTLER / WOOD COASTERS / SIDE TABLE / TRAY / BASKET

Yesterday I found some extra frames under my bed (???) and framed some old cards I had been saving for legit years. Clearly I have a very hard time letting go. Can you imagine how bad this is gonna get for me when I actually have more than 1 bedroom to address? I am losing sleep over it already. Thanks for putting up with me.

SPRING BAGS TO DYE FOR.

Why not upgrade your Easter basket for an Easter bag-sket? It's early. Try and keep up. Here are 9 of my fave pastel vessels to compliment your eggcellent look. I can't, you guys, you have to know when to stop:

So maybe the green wasn't so pastel, but still..you need grass at the bottom of any good Easter basket, no? Before clicking, could you have guessed which FOUR were from Target?

AREN'T YOU MARBLE-OUS.

Springgggg, you guys. I can't even express how excited that word makes me. Spring means fun prints and lighter fabrics and THIS marble-ous skirt. I am VERY into marble right now. Remember the contact paper? I want it everywhere. I want it in my kitchen (apparently not okay in a rental?). I want it on my bod. I want it on my Macbook. I want it err-where and I want it now. 

This pencil skirt is one half of a two-piece set I have, but I decided to ditch the top this time and go with my longtime lover, black. [I put the link to the matching crop at the bottom too!] It's that kind of scuba-ish material that hugs your body in all the right places, but also let's you breathe which is semi-important to me. I am kind of dying over the way all of the hateful "squeeze squeeze squeezes" in barre class are lifting my boo-tay, so let's parade it around okay? #ifoundyoumsnewbooty

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MOET ON STELLA

SKIRT / MATCHING CROP TOP /  BEBE LEATHER JACKET(similar here)
EXPRESS BLACK CROP(similar here) / SUNGLASSES / BAG / TRAINGLE RING
 STEVE MADDEN SHOES(similar here) / LIP COLOR / NAIL COLOR

WHITE DENIM + THE THIRD-PIECE RULE.

White is actually my very favorite (non)color to wear, so when wearing white year-round became acceptable, I was pretty eager about it. You guys, I've said it before and I'll say it again, nothing beats AG Jeans. This pair is a little looser than my beloved ankle leggings, which makes them perfect for cuffing at the ankle. My legs are short compared to my freakishly long torso, so my jean-to-bootie ratio just looks better with a little skin peek-a-boo in between. These are also skinny enough to tuck into a knee-high boot, which is exactly what I plan to do with them next.

Side note: I have been LIVING BY the "third-piece rule" ever since reading this post on WHO WHAT WEAR. It is the simplest, but it makes total sense. Basically, you just add a "third-piece" (i.e. a blazer, a scarf, or a belt) to any outfit to make it a little more complete, and make you a LOT more style-savvy. With this simple sweater + jeans combo, I opted for adding the denim jacket around my waist to break up the black and white. A side piece, if you will. (too soon?) Technically, the scarf could also be my third-piece, but I got a little carried away. What's your favorite third-piece?

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MOET ON STELLA

HAT(similar) / SWEATER / TANK / DENIM / BAG / BOOTIES(old Target, similar) 

NAIL BANGLE / HEET BRACELET / BLACK BANGLE(similar) 

DENIM JACKET / SCARF / WATCH / LIP COLOR / LIP GLOSS / KNOT RING

You can find most of this outfit on shopalix.com, which is kind of amazing news considering you Gilties can use discount code: GACShopAlix for 15% off of your entire order! This friendship is just the gift that keeps on giving, isn't it?

IT'S ELECTRIC: SCENE-STEALING MINI BAG.

I looked like a cockatoo for most of this shoot, and I hateeee birds, but it was phenomenal. Let's talk details. I am all about a big bag, but the super bright minis this season have really been tugging at my heartstrings. I decided to treat myself to this pop of pink from Target as a test drive and I LOVE it. It also comes in green, and at a Target price, I can't promise I won't snag that one too. Sorry not sorry.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY MOET ON STELLA

MINI BAG / ARK & CO. JACKET(℅ Shelvie Jean Boutique, similar here and here)

 TANK / BOTTOMS(old H&M, similar here) / SHOES(here and here)

KNOT RING / PAVE BAND / EARRINGS / NAMEPLATE / HORN NECKLACE

This little nude number by Ark & Co. is down to just 1, but should be back on the Shelvie Jean racks in no time. If we keep up this pace, they won't have any inventory left at all! As always, if you don't see what you are looking for on their site, reach out to them! They ship. 

HIS + HERS: VDAY GIFT GUIDE.

Hello, lover. I've been in a super romantic setting…my living room, plus one plus-sized cat, watching The Bachelor...in order to be in a heart-shaped state of mind to come up with this gift guide just for you. What can I say? I am a giver. Forget "will you accept this rose," my ideal Bachelor would ask, "will you accept these clothes?" Yes, darling. The answer will always be yes. XO

FOR HER

1. WILDFOX JUMPER / 2. HANKY PANKY SET / 3. NECKLACE / 4. GLOSSES / 5. CARD

6. SLEEP MASK / 7. JACKET / 8. EARRINGS / 9. MINI BAG / 10. AMPERSAND RING

FOR HIM

1. SRIRACHA TO GO / 2. SOCKS / 3. COLLAR STAYS & here / 4. SUNGLASSES / 5. SHIRT
6. CUFF LINKS / 7. SHOES / 8. BOOTY CARD / 9. GUCCI GUILTY / 10. KIEHL'S CREAM

Are those Cardstore cards not the best? I am a sucker for a good writer, but throw in a sarcastic undertone and I will be a forever customer. Love a good card. Now that we are all fully stocked and ready to woo our significant others with gifties, I am off to fold 75 loads of laundry. Sighh. Real life is so romantic. ALSO, don't forget to enter the VDAY giveaway in the post below this one! You can enter for the next three days, so don't wait, get your win on.

NYE STYLE RECAP.

Happy New Year!! Has everyone made and broken their resolutions? I am not a big resolution girl myself, I just usually decide to focus on trying to better myself in small ways here and there. I love Bethenny Frankel's quote, "Do what you can." As long as you are doing what you can, you can never disappoint yourself. Today for me that meant sleeping in, watching HGTV over my mid-morning coffee and finishing tonight with a 3 mile walk and some couch time with Coco girl. Doesn't take much! 

Let's talk NYE for one more minute. I found this fun gold foil jumpsuit at Topshop in Nordstrom. It was $75 and I bought it and then promptly returned it. I can be very indecisive. Anyway, I decided I wanted it again, went back to grab it and found it on sale for $37! MAJOR win. This is what I call "outFATE"..outfit fate. Thank you, shopping Gods.

JUMPSUIT (similar here and here) / BRACELET

I wore this H&M blazer as my jacket, which I eventually shed and abandoned at the coat check. NYE, y'all. Never fear, she is home now safe & sound. I also decided to throw it back to the hoop earring. Shout out, Icing.

This is the only pic I have of the BCBG booties I wore with it. Super comfy and they hit at a flattering part of the ankle, which is VERY important in a bootie when you are bare-leggin' it. I got these at DSW, but there are tons of similar options available right now.

Thursday I was super impressed with myself for popping out of bed and turning my swag on, like Willow Smith. Just snagged these burgandy French Connection pumps at DSW. The hat is Forever 21!

DENIM / NECKLACE / TOP (J.Crew, similar) / HAT(similar)

After such a fun few days, Coco and I spent most of yesterday and today like this. My mom got me this Nate Berkus throw for Christmas and neither of us are ever moving from underneath it. Back to the grind tomorrow, kittens! I am shooting some great looks this week, so stay tuned!

HOLIDAY CHEER(S).

Merry Christmas Eve, Gilties! Hope you are all snuggled up with family & lovahs. I haven't left my pajamas yet and don't plan on it until tonight's festivities. Speaking of festivities, I have teamed up with one of my very favorites, La Marca prosecco, to bring you this mini holiday tablescape. No space is too small to decorate this time of year. Even my tiny one bedroom apartment can be transformed with a little holiday zhush and a lot of bubbly in your glass. Jingle this, babies. #Lamarcable

Photography by Moet on Stella

 TEE / SKIRT / BOW RING / SHEEPSKIN

CHAMPAGNE PRINT / PILLOWS(Target, similar) / PYTHON TRAY

After this shoot, I actually scotch-guarded those pillows and used them on my patio. They are the cutest and I am so mad at Target for not having them on their website! My little feather tree is another Target find and I have a wreath that matches. I bought those for my first Christmas in ATL and this is my 3rd! Love when that happens. I love to decorate with neutrals like white and then throw in glassware I already have and leftover corks to tie it all together…plus it's free!

For an easy, delicious and festive drink to make your Christmas Eve #Lamarcable, try a Poinsettia: add cranberry juice to your La Marca prosecco and squeeze lemon juice on top. SO easy and so good. Merry Merry!

GIFT GUIDE PART 3: STOCKING.

The stocking is here to prove that good things DO come in small packages. Sometimes this is the hardest part of my shopping, I swear! My dad LOVED Christmas more than anyone ever, and he absolutely passed that love down to me. Instead of just opting for filler, I make sure every stocking stuffer is well-thought out and meaningful. Have I mentioned that I am a total shopping obsessed lunatic? About 394 times? Oh, perfect. Moving on..

1. ON/OFF MUG 2. EPISLIM 3. ROLL-UP FLATS 4. MATCHES 5. RING 6. TRAVEL BAGS
7. KATE SPADE GLOVES 8. CHEERS CANDLE
9. BOWTIE 10. TOM FORD SOAP 11. BEARD LUBE 12. SHAVE BRUSH 13. CUFFLINKS
14. FLASK 15. WHISKEY STONES 16. J.CREW GLOVES
As always, click each link above to shop!

See what I mean?? The stocking is SO much fun. I love mixing cheapies like that cute little sweater-clad flask from Nordstrom (literally less than $10!!) with higher end finds like those timeless Kate Spade gloves (that are also smartphone friendly!). Even Kate knows some of the hottest texting happens in colder weather, am I right? Amen. Also super important..useful hair-removing gifts like the fuss-free Epislim, as well as that old school little men's shaving brush I found at Target for just $19. Let's all vow to remain fuzz-free until warmer months. It's just nicer that way.

WEEKEND STYLE IN REVIEW.

Gobble gobble week is over and it's time to talk what really matters. The dressing. By that I mean what I wore. This is really just a stream of consciousness at this point, because SO. VERY. SLEEPY. Being thankful is serious & exhausting. Let's get down to the business.

JACKET (similar) / DENIM / SLIP-ONS

This is a throwback to last weekend, SORRY, but this was my travel gear for the car ride back from SC to ATL. I cannot get enough of these H&M slip-ons. Needing a few more colors like now.

JACKET (old, similar) / NECKLACE

NAIL COLOR: YOU DON'T KNOW JACQUES

Rocked this tweed number from Express on my last day in the office. I love the zippered detail on the sleeves. The Minus the Leather line by Express is really blowing my mind lately.

Found this amazing RING at Nordstrom on Black Friday.

JACKET (similar) / SWEATSHIRT / DENIM / FLATS (Sam Edelman, similar)

Pranced around outside with my sweet Momma before she left town. Totally one with nature.

Snagged this precious little chalkboard sign at Mast General Store. Hashtag feelings.

TREE SKIRT / SLIPPERS

Finally finished our sparkly tree! I love my little apartment this time of year.

The scene at our house tonight. Love that baby girl. 

Back to the grind tomorrow, Gilties. Have another glass of wine and forget about it, I know I am.

PATCHELORETTE PARTY.

This weekend in Atlanta, fall happened, and I participated in a big way. Sunday was the most perfect day ever for our #bloggersfieldtrip to Burt's Farm. My Style Vita, Fashionably Lo, Moet on Stella & I all woke up rudely early and road tripped to Dawsonville for all the pumpkin-posing, apple-orchard-gazing & funnel-cake-sniffing we could stand. Between the four of us, there was so much plaid in our car that we could have actually blanketed most of North Georgia, like one very big, very chic picnic. It was literally every bit as adorable as it sounds. Needless to say, we stuck out like a bunch of city idiots in an episode of The Simple Life. WARNING: This post is picture heavy because wine.

Photography by Moet on Stella

HAT (similar) / SCARF (similar) / TOP / DENIM / BOOTIES / BAG

Last, but not least, HUGE thank you to Jaime & Kacie over at Regally Soled for featuring me in their Tour of Blogland post today! I will be sharing my own mini tour next Monday, so stay tuned!

FALL IN LOVE AT HOME.

Happy Sunday! Are we all very excited about the work week ahead!? No. No we are not. Sundays are for cuddling. Cuddling and mimosas. When I think of Sundays in the fall, I think of furry blankets, football snoozes in cozy PJs & spicy scented candles. Just like your closet, your home should change with the seasons. There are some super easy (and affordable) ways to take your living space from summer to fall with very little effort. Here are a few of my favorite picks from Target and Crate & Barrel:

THRESHOLD RUG / SKULL CANDLE / FUR STOOL / ACCENT TABLE / PILLOW / CURTAINS

Please pardon this brief Sunday interruption. Back to your regularly scheduled programming.

TRENDING AT TARGET: ALTUZARRA.

It is no secret that I have an extreme relationship with Target. I am either in a full-blown manic state shoving everything into my cart from pine cone snow owls to that goat cheese Archer Farms pizza (you know the one), or I am extremely depressed about the fact that I am going to have to sell my first born to pay for the 12 lamps I am pressing by body against on aisle 7. It's fine, it's totally worth it.

As expected, the Altuzarra for Target line is on-point. Could this python tee be any cuter? In my opinion, the best pieces to help transition your wardrobe between seasons are the most versatile ones that you can wear again & again. I love this tee dressed down with denim cut-offs now (as seen here on my Instagram), but could just as easily throw a blazer over it & wear it to my office.

Photography by Moet on Stella

PYTHON TEE / SKINNYS / SHOES / COURTNEY BIB

A few more of my faves from the line:

That's a wrap on this week, unless of course, you are me and work all weekend. Gotta fund that fall wardrobe, ya heard. Have a great Friday and don't forget to take advantage of the S&D give-away!