Something New

outfit details: top: J. Crew (factory version), jeans: Cielo, shoes: J. Crew Factory, blazer: bag: Gucci, sunglasses: Prada, necklace: Kate Spade, lipstick: 

I've been admiring this crossbody for quite some time. Many department stores carry it but my wallet just wasn't ready to splurge on a full priced item. I saved it to my Ebay app so that when new bags were listed I was notified. After a couple of months of carefully looking for the best deal, authenticity, and good overall condition I found one! I am IN LOVE. This Gucci bag is the perfect size, it's actually very spacious for a crossbody. If you've had your eye on a designer piece don't give up, second hand is the best way to purchase. Happy Weekend lovelies!

Fall Neutrals

outfit details: top: J. Crew, blazer: Nordstrom (similar), jeans: Kohl's (similar), shoes: Michael Kors (similar), necklace: J. Crew, bag: Rebecca Minkoff, sunglasses: Michael Kors, lipstick: MAC's Rebel, rings: Ariella, bracelets: C Wonder, Stella & Dot

Happy Friday pretties! This weekend is Homecoming at the U of A, so my parents are coming down for the football game. We will also be celebrating my momma's birthday on Sunday, Happy 50th sweet lady! What are everyone's plans for the weekend?

The winner of the Target giftcard giveaway is Katie Hanson. Congrats Katie, email Lily at lilyac13@gmail.com to claim your prize :)

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A Whole New Wardrobe

 

outfit details: top: J. Crew (similar), blazer: Lush (similar), jeans: Cielo, shoes: Steve Madden, bag: Kate Spade, necklace: J. Crew, bracelets: J. Crew, Stella & Dot Renegade, Stella & Dot Eden, lipstick: YSL Rouge Volupte #7

Although this isn't something I love talking about, I've lost about 25 pounds since last year. I went through some medical problems in 2012 that caused me to gain quite a bit of weight and for a girl who has been a size 2/4 her whole life it was really difficult. I'm proud to say that I'm almost back to my "normal" weight though, about 10 pounds to go! Because the weight came on so fast I really didn't own a lot of "in between" sized clothes. There were those that fit me at my heaviest and those that fit me at my before weight. Most of my tops and jackets from before are fitting me again though, which is such a relief. I have't worn this blazer in a year and a half and this J. Crew sequin top still had the tags on it from 18 months ago. It really is like having a whole new wardrobe and I'm loving it! Now for getting those "skinny" jeans to fit me again....

On a side note, my poor daddy had to take these photos for me. I was home for the night to celebrate my parents' 28th wedding anniversary and my mom was running a tad late so he was stuck doing it. Let's just say it wasn't his favorite thing, but he did a pretty darn good job for a newbie!

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