Friday, July 17, 2020

Currently Loving .190

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Happy Friday! I hope you have had a great week! Mine has been good but honestly, I'm tired! My husband has been traveling out of state since Sunday for work and I've missed him so much. He hasn't had to travel since winter so I have really appreciated having him at home the past few months. Thankfully, he will be home today and I'm hoping we can have some socially distance fun tomorrow. I'm thinking a hike and a picnic at a new place would be fun!

Today, I'm sharing my weekly roundup of what I'm Currently Loving! Madewell is still running an amazing sale. Almost all sale items are an additional 40-50 percent off with the code GIANT! There are so many great pieces on sale that will also transition into cooler weather, including great denim. Over half of this week's picks are on major sale!

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Which of this week's picks is your favorite?!

1. R U F F L E  T O P | This top might be my most favorite pick of the week and it's one of my Madewell sale picks! I love this color (and don't own anything in this shade) and the style is so feminine. It would be so cute paired with denim shorts now or layered under a blazer with jeans when the weather cools off. It's currently in my cart! It also comes in two other colors.


2. C U F F | This classic cuff is also on sale for under $15! I love pretty gold cuff for my own arm parties. I might need this one too!


3. L E O P A R D  T E E | I bought a similar leopard tee last season and it's still on rotation in this summer's wardrobe. It's a great casual piece!


4. J E A N S | If you buy one thing from the sale, get a pair of jeans! You won't regret it. I personally love the style and fit of this pair! Size down at least one size from your regular denim size. You will be so happy you have these jeans when fall rolls around!


5. L A C E  T R I M  T A N K | I am currently really loving lace details! The lace trim on this tank just totally makes this basic tank so much more special. Perfect for throwing on with shorts to feel instantly put together on these hot summer days!


6. S A N D A L S | Y'all! These gorgeous leather sandals are currently on sale for under $20! They are such a great everyday sandal that will last for multiple seasons. Such a classic for a great price! They also come in silver, too.


7. H E A D B A N D | If you follow me over on Instagram, you know my love for headbands runs deep. Earlier in the week, I shared three ways that I love to wear headbands. I have been hunting for some great budget friendly headbands and my search led me to this one. It's around $7 and comes in other colors as well. I am loving the pink!


8. S W E A T E R | I shared this sweater a couple of weeks ago but I had to share it again. I purchased it and met it in person so I can confirm that it is amazing! It's on sale for an amazing price and will absolutely become a closet staple. Wear it with shorts for a great transitional style, pair it with jeans, or layer it up when it's cold outside. It's so versatile! The fit is true to size.


Thanks so much for stopping by! I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Wednesday, July 15, 2020

Four Ways to Style a Denim Skirt


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Happy Wednesday! Over on Instagram today, I'm teaming up with my friend Joanne from Fabulously Average to share multiple ways to style a denim skirt! The exact denim mini skirt that I am styling for y'all is from a previous season so it's not available anymore but I found similar options available to get the same look: 




Okay, now onto to the outfits! Some of the pieces I styled with my denim skirt are also items that I have had in my closet for awhile. I feel like I have done a better job shopping for myself the past couple of years because it's harder to get rid of things because I genuinely still love them! My wardrobe in the past just felt so disposable but I try to invest in quality pieces that I know I'll wear for multiple seasons. I am currently loving my closet more than I ever have before!

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Thanks so much for visiting! Be sure to check out our denim skirt style session over on Instagram today. I hope you have a great day!

Friday, July 10, 2020

Currently Loving .189

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Happy Friday! I hope you've had a great week! This weekend is the first weekend in months that feels kind of normal. The girls have a modified dance recital on Saturday, we have a birthday party to attend, and I'm back to serving at church on Sunday morning. It's honestly kind of strange to have to be somewhere at a certain time, outside of my home!

Today, I'm sharing weekly roundup of what I'm Currently Loving! This week's roundup is lots of great neutral pieces that can easily mix and match into your wardrobe. I absolutely love neutral clothing because it's so much easier for me to put together an outfit. Simple, easy, and comfortable is my favorite! My closet used to include all of the colors and prints... and I was overwhelmed. Finding what works for you in your wardrobe to make getting dressed simpler, makes one less thing to stress about. Yes to less stress!
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Which of this week's picks is your favorite?!

1. O P E N  K N I T  T O P | I am currently really loving open knit tops! This cream colored one is a great piece to wear now when it's warm with shorts and later with denim. It's such a versatile piece! Use my code EMILY15 to save 15% off at BohoBlu!


2. B L A C K  T A N K | A black tank is definitely a closet staple. I already own one similar to this and it's one of my go-to tops! Throw it on with denim and you instantly look pulled together.



3. S W E A T E R  T A N K | How pretty is this sweater tank?! I absolutely love the details! I'm a big fan of sweater tanks for summertime. This one is also currently on sale for an additional 30% off the sale price. Such a great deal!



4. E A R R I N G S | I just added these earrings to my jewelry box. I have been needed a small, simple pair of gold earrings and these are perfect. Such a great, everyday size!



5. D R E S S | I absolutely love this dress! A leopard print swing dress?! Yes! Dress it up with heels or down with sandals. It would also transition so perfectly into fall with a denim jacket!




6. J E A N S | If you've been wanting a pair of Madewell jeans, this pair is it! They are currently on major sale and for a really great price for denim. I own a very similar pair that I wear all of the time! Madewell jeans fit so well and the quality is always amazing. I personally size down one size from my normal jean size in their denim.



7. T O T E | I have this tote in a similar leopard print and I love it! The bag holds so much without being bulky. This print is currently on sale for an additional 30% off!



8. L A C E  T O P | This top is so pretty! I absolutely love the feminine lace detail! I can't wait to style this top with denim shorts and metallic sandals. You can't go wrong with a pretty black top. They are always so flattering! Use my code EMILY15 to save 15% off at BohoBlu!


Thank you so much for stopping by! I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Wednesday, July 8, 2020

Instagram Roundup .211

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Hey y'all! I hope you are having a great week! Things have been pretty low key around here. After being sick all last week, I have been trying to get back in a routine. Honestly, I have really enjoyed being able to cook, clean, and do laundry again. I never thought I would miss being able to do chores! Haha! But, after a week at the beach and a week on the couch, I just really wanted to get my house back in order (enneagram one problems).

Today, I'm sharing a roundup of some photos and outfits that I've posted on Instagram over the past couple of weeks. I haven't really gotten dressed very much lately. Well, I've gotten dressed but not in anything other than comfy shorts and tanks like you will get to see below. But today, I washed my hair and left it down! The first full non-mom bun day in weeks, I think. I'm sitting here kind of tempted to throw it up into a bun though because I am so much more productive when my hair isn't in my face, lol. I'm still embracing the natural waves and my hair hasn't seen heat tools since I got it colored!

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Thank so much for visiting! I hope you have a great day!

Friday, July 3, 2020

Currently Loving .188

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Happy Friday! I hope you've had a great week! Honestly, mine hasn't been the best because I came home from the beach and immediately become sick. It's been a rough week but I am incredibly grateful for a wonderful husband who has taken the best care of me and held down the fort while I've been living on the couch! 

Today, I'm sharing my weekly roundup of what I'm Currently Loving! All of this week's picks are from Madewell and they are all on sale! Most of the items are already reduced plus an additional 30% off with the code GIANT. It's a great time to add a couple great pieces to your wardrobe!
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Which of this week's picks is your favorite?!

1. O P E N  S T I T C H  S W E A T  E R | I don't normally buy long sleeves in July but this sweater is something that I have been looking for! I have been on the hunt for an open stitch sweater that will totally work year round. Cool summer nights, transition into fall with jeans, layer it for the winter, and move into springtime with shorts. Such a versatile piece!


2. S N E A K E R S | White sneakers are my favorite kind of sneakers. I love this style because you can wear them with everything: dresses, skirts, shorts, and pants! Everything. I love them!


3. G R A Y  S W E A T E R | How cute is this sweater?! I have a thing for gray tops and this is such a fun little warm weather sweater. I would wear it with denim shorts and dainty gold jewels!


4. B A G | I've owned this bag for awhile and it's back on the website! Snag this bag up ASAP if you are in the market for a leather crossbody. It holds my cell phone, keys, small wallet, lip gloss, and hand sanitizer with no problem. My most carried bag!


5. H A I R  C L I P S | I've been wearing my hair wavy again, especially since it's summertime. My waves thrive in the humidity! I love adding a fun headband or hair clips to my hair to tame my hair when it's down. I also love this little hair clips to pin up loose piece when my hair is in a bun (which is honestly 90% of the time right now)!


6. S T R I P E D  T E E | This tee is great closet basic! I bought this one and got rid of all of my other ones that I never wore anymore. This is great quality and a great fit (it's true to size).


7. H A T | Summertime makes me a hat person, especially on beach days. I'm love this gorgeous straw hat! Perfect for non-washed hair!


8. D R E S S | I'm currently really loving white dresses! This one is so pretty and I love the button details. I would style this with metallic sandals and a straw bag!


Thanks so much for stopping by! Have a great day!