Romper + Moto Jacket

March 26, 2017





{Outfit Details}
Romper: H&M (exact one not online but love this one here) // Jacket: c/o Tobi (here) // Wristlet: Target (no longer online, but similar here) // Sunnies: Kate Spade (no longer online, but love this version here in tortoise)

Hi dolls!

I hope y'all had a wonderful weekend :) Just a quick post to share with you one of my fave ways to transition some of your cold weather accessories into the Spring. 

This pink faux leather moto jacket from Tobi (check out all of their clothes here) is seriously SO cute. Maybe it's because I've always been obsessed with the movie Grease and I totally feel like a Pink Lady in this jacket 😉... but I love it! And, trust me when I say you can never go wrong with the black & pink color combination. I know y'all know how much I love moto jackets, and why not carry this trend into the cooler day of Spring?! I decided to pair my pink moto jacket with a classic black romper from H&M. The black romper could be a casual substitute for the little black dress because it is seriously effortless and totally chic. Or, if you're more of a dress girl, pair a moto jacket with a sundress. Top it off with on your fave pair of sunnies and you've got yourself a spring #ootd for the cooler days!

Thanks so much for reading, beautiful! Have a fabulous day!

XOXO
Ashley 

Chloe + Isabel: Must-Have Spring Jewelry (and a Giveaway!!)

March 24, 2017

Be sure to keep reading for a GIVEAWAY! 














 {Outfit Details}
Dress: Live & Truth (my exact dress was only $12 @ Ross! Not online but love these here, here, here ) // Jewelry: borrowed from Chloe + Isabel (Necklace is Jolie Collar Necklace here; Bracelets are Jolie Crystal Bracelet here & Jolie Layered Tassel Bracelet here) // Handbag: Draper James (here) // Wedges: Lucky (no longer online, love these here

Hello fabulous readers!

Today is officially FRIDAY! And, what better way to celebrate the official kickoff to the weekend than with a giveaway!? Keep on reading for more info on how to enter! 

I have always been a lover of jewelry, and especially jewelry that makes a statement! Beautiful jewels can instantly take an outfit from average to fabulous in seconds by just adding a wow factor necklace, bracelet, or pair of earrings. So you can imagine my excitement when I was introduced to the gorgeous jewelry line Chloe + Isabel. This line is seriously on point with current trends and has something for everyone, at a wide range of price points.  Each piece is designed in NYC (say hellooooo to the fabulous Big Apple!). Moreover, every piece has a Lifetime Replacement Guarantee: the perfect solution if you're hard on your jewelry! And what makes this line even better is that it is nickel free, hypoallergenic, and lead safe...if you have sensitive skin (the future NP in me loves this!). Not only that, but it comes in THE cutest packaging....example A: 




Seriously how cute is this packaging!? I love the little inspirational messages! So the bracelets (here and here) & necklace (here) I'm wearing in the pictures above are from the new Chloe + Isabel spring line and a part of the Jolie collection. I knew when I first saw these pieces that they were THE perfect accessory for any spring #ootd. I LOVE the blush pink color; it's so feminine, delicate & goes with literally so many things. My favorite way to wear statement jewelry is with a casual outfit because I really think it takes it up a notch! Of course this jewelry would also pair well for a dressier occasion.

For my #ootd above, I decided to go more on the casual side. One of my favorite colors to wear this spring are blue & white stripes. You will see them everywhere, and I just love how girly they are. My dress I'm wearing above was literally only $12 at Ross & I love it!!! It's so comfy and light weight so it will be perfect when the weather gets even warmer (and for our honeymoon!!!). I wish I could find the exact dress online to link for y'all, but I've linked some super cute affordable ones above. Another big trend this Spring? Off-the-shoulder tops/dresses/swimsuits, etc!! So, what better way to show off your statement Chloe + Isabel necklace than with an off-the-shoulder dress?!

The bracelets are perfect addition to your arm party! Like literally, they are perfect for layering. Annnnnd can we talk about the tassels on the bracelet?! As y'all probably have noticed, tassels are totally on trend for the spring. I love adding little touches of a trend in a subtle way such as with a bracelet! 😉

Are you ready for a chance to win the perfect addition to your arm party!? Along with the awesome assistance of Danielle McClary of Chloe + Isabel, we bring to you the....

Chloe + Isabel Giveaway

From now until April 10, 2017, enter for a chance to win a wrap bracelet of your choice!!! All you have to do to enter is:


1) Click the link below:


2) Create an account with an e-mail address & password. 

3) Make a wish list 


and just like that, you're entered to win a wrap bracelet!!! To further increase your chances of winning, if you decide to order a piece of jewelry via the link above, you earn an extra entry for every dollar spent.

Be sure to enter this fabulous giveaway by April 10, 2017!!!

I hope y'all have a wonderful weekend, and as always, thanks SO much for reading dolls!!!


XOXO
Ashley

A Dressy Spring Look!

March 20, 2017


















{Outfit Details}
Dress: H&M (old, obsessed with this one here) // Coat: c/o Tobi (here) // Heels: Old Navy (similar here) // Clutch: TJ Maxx (old, love this one here


Hellooooo gorgeous!

Thanks so much for stopping by ;) Life has been a whirlwind lately but I wouldn't change a single minute. Our wedding is right around the corner & that means that wedding planning has been kicked into overdrive the past few weeks! So far this month we have had a wedding shower, went on our bachelorette & bachelor parties, met with the wedding planner, & I had my final gown fitting. Coming up this week are my hair & makeup trial runs. When things slow down, I'm definitely going to put a post together about the BEAUTIFUL wedding shower my bridesmaids hosted for us, and also about my most magical bachelorette party in Disney World!!! Stay tuned for those posts! 

But today, I wanted to bring you this dressy look for Spring. Even though the temps dropped again last week (nothing like stepping off of the plane to 40 degree weather when it was 80 degrees in Disney World, haha!), it started to warm back up this weekend, so I thought it was the perfect day to put together this little spring #ootd. 

To me, nothing says spring & warm weather like lace. Lace is one of my favorite fabrics because it is soft, feminine, and just plain pretty! The lace dress I'm wearing above is one of my faves from H&M. In my opinion, you can never have too many little black dresses, and every girl needs a lace one in their life! I actually loved this dress so much I also bought it in white. Unfortunately it is no longer online, but I found a SUPER cute similar one in the link above.

Finally, let's talk about this coat!!! I mean seriously could a coat get any cuter!? I absolutely love the draping and the wrap-around collar. It would be easy to dress this coat up or down, all around town (They totally named this coat appropriately, am I right?!). I chose to pair it with my lace LBD because I've always loved the color combination of black with taupe. Not to mention, it is currently on sale for only $34! Need I say more!? Be sure to check out Tobi's website HERE for super trendy, affordable clothing. 

Be sure to stay tuned this week for an amazing giveaway coming up :)

Thanks SO much for reading dolls & have a Happy Monday!

XOXO
Ashley

The Little White Dress for the Bride-to-Be + a $1,000 Target Giveaway!

March 1, 2017

Happy March, dolls!!!

I'm SO excited it's finally MARCH because it's one month closer to our wedding month! Ahhh! Cue a million heart-eye emojis + butterflies! 😍

This weekend I have my first bridal shower hosted by my seriously amazing bridesmaids. Words can't express how wonderful they all are  & how much they mean to me! I can't wait for the shower they've worked so hard to plan! So, in honor of my first bridal shower, I wanted to put together some outfit inspo for that "Little White Dress" that every bride needs in her closet! Whether for a bridal shower, engagement party or pictures, rehearsal dinner, or bachelorette party, a bride can never have too many little white dresses...am I right?! Even if you're not a bride-to-be, the LWD is perfect for the spring & summer months as well!


Little White Dress Bride to Be

One Seriously this is one of my favorite LWD EVER. You can't go wrong with a lace white dress--how bridal is that!? I need to buy this one ASAP! // Two I wore this dress for our engagement photos (see them here). It is so comfortable and is a loose fit. Not to mention the back is SO cute! // Three I absolutely LOVE Lilly dresses! This one is so chic. I bought a similar one by Lilly that I'm going to most likely wear for my bridal shower this weekend! // Four I love the cap-sleeves and sheer top of this LWD. And the scalloped hem is so girly! // Five I tried to buy this Goodnight Macaroon dress not long ago, but it's been sold out for a while now. Hoping it comes back in stock soon! It's perfectly feminine and bridal...& again, don't get me started on how much I love lace! lol 


Now, on to another exciting announcement....

This week I am teaming up with an amazing group of ladies to bring you an INCREDIBLE giveaway. One lucky reader will win a $1,000 gift card to Target.


I appreciate each and every one of you for all your support & love on my blog! Thank you for following along!

XOXO
Ashley
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