Winter 2017

The ($10!!!!) Leopard Print Dress!

January 7, 2018







{Outfit Details}
Dress: H&M (here, y'all, only $10!!! Available in ALL sizes right now!) // Boots: Target (old, no longer online, but love these here - I have them in taupe and they are great, affordable OTK boots!) // Wristlet: Target (not online but love this one here)




Happy Sunday, dolls!!!

I hope everyone had a great weekend! Hubby & I enjoyed some relaxation & spent time with family (and each other!). It is nice to just take it easy & be together.

I'm going to make this a quick post tonight, but I just wanted to share with y'all one of my favorite purchases this season: this purple leopard print dress! I bought this on my H&M haul a couple of months ago, and it has proven to be one of my favorite dresses in my closet. When I saw it in the store, I thought...."oh, it's leopard print...but even better, it's PURPLE leopard print!!" lol. I mean needless to say, I do not have many (i.e. ANY) purple leopard print in my closet. I love that it's a soft shade and in being pastel, it does not cross the line into tacky! This dress is light-weight so would be perfect to layer on a chilly day with a sweater or blazer on top. Since it's a thinner material, I am actually planning on incorporating this into my NP wardrobe & style it with my white coat!!! Oh...and the best part of all??? It is currently on sale for TEN dollars!!! Woohoo! Be sure to click the link in the picture caption or in the widget to shop it above!

Thank you SO incredibly much for reading, dolls! 

XOXO
Ashley

Snow White: Snow Day Outfit Inspo

December 28, 2017
















{Outfit Details}
Coat: Forever 21 (HERE, y'all this is only $30!! Plus an extra 10% off. Also available in black!) // Sweater: H&M (here, only $25!! In LOVE with this cozy fleece sweater!) // Jeans: H&M (here, only $10! Love these) // Boots: Hunters (here, LOVE red!) // Boot Socks: Hunter Boots (here, a must-have for your Hunter boots! Only $30 and make them SO much warmer!) // Ear Warmer (similar here, mine is from F21 but no longer online! Currently 60% off so it would only be $9.80!!) // Handbag: Louis Vuitton (here





Happy almost weekend, dolls!

I hope everyone is having a fabulous week so far! We are gearing up for our trip out of town to Savannah this weekend for NYE and we are so excited! We made our dinner reservations today (thanks to YOU, my fabulous readers, who sent me suggestions on Instagram!) and I also started to plan my #ootd and #ootn (shooting my NYE outfit tomorrow so it will be coming to y'all this weekend!) for our trip! 

So before we left for another out of town trip, I wanted to post this look from a few weeks ago when we went to Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg for the weekend! Especially since many areas in the south are calling for some snow this weekend, I thought I would share some Snowy Day Outfit inspiration! When we had planned our Gatlinburg weekend away a few months ago, we obviously had no clue it would be snowing the weekend we went so when it DID snow, it literally was just the perfect addition to our trip! 

This cozy fleece sweater from H&M is PERFECT for the snow because it's nice and warm (not to mention CUTE!). I have to give a shoutout to one of my favorite bloggers Kate, over at Lonestar Southern (check out her amazing blog HERE) for posting this sweater on her Instagram account! I knew it would be perfect for our snowy trip to G-burg a few weeks ago, and it definitely proved to be! At $25, you seriously can't beat the value for this adorable sweater! Of course, to top off your look you need a CUTE coat! This one from Forever 21 proved to be perfect for the snowy day. To top my look off, I added my red Hunters. These were a Christmas gift a few years ago and I have worn them SO MUCH since. Red really goes with so much and I love that it adds a pop of color to a mostly neutral outfit. I definitely recommend buying a pair of Hunter boot socks to add some warmth to your boots for the snowy days! 

We had so much fun on our little Gatlinburg getaway a few weeks ago so I wanted to include a selfie of me and my precious Instagram/Blogger hubby! He's seriously the best. Can't wait for our trip away this weekend as well! 

Thank you SO much for reading dolls!! Stay tuned for another NYE look coming your way!!

XOXO
Ashley

The Must-Have Sherpa Coat

December 12, 2017













Coat: c/o SheIn (the SOFTEST, coziest coat ever! One-size fits all! Available HERE)
Leggings: DSW (here, in love with these! Under $30!)
Heels: Target (here, only $35!)

Hi lovely friends!

I hope everyone is having a wonderful week! Aren't the 2 weeks before Christmas just SO crazy busy!? The countdown is ON - only 13 days away!! So...if you're still in the need for a last minute gift for someone, let me introduce you to your new BFF - the sherpa coat!

This coat is by one of my fave companies -SheIn! If you look, sherpa is literally EVERYWHERE in the form of coats (like this beauty I am wearing), pullovers, and even in blankets! If you know me you know I am ALWAYS cold, so I instantly knew I had to have this jacket - I mean who doesn't want to feel like you're wearing a blanket!?  It is SO warm, and not to mention THE coziest/softest material EVER! I dressed it up a little here with my faux leather leggings & leopard print booties but it is so versatile that I have also worn it with jeans already (and throw on your Uggs for even more cozy!). I am seriously in love. The price is even better - only $33!!! SheIn also provides free shipping. There are other colors available as well, be sure to check that out HERE

This jacket is shipped in 6-8 business days for free, or in 2-4 days for $12.90! This would make THE perfect Christmas gift for that lady in your life (bestie, sister, etc). Let me know if you have any questions about the fit of this amazing sherpa coat! 

XOXO,
Ashley

Today's post was sponsored by SheIn but all opinions are my own. 

Winter Dressy Layers!

February 7, 2017








{Outfit Details}
Sweater: Express (old, but love this one here)
Coat: Preston & York (exact one not online, very similar here & only $52!)
Handbag: Louis Vuitton (here)
Headband: F21 (not online, similar here)
Boots: Target (here)
Scarf: Old Navy (not online, similar here)
Skirt: F21 (here)
Hi dolls!

First of all, I'm so excited to share my brand new blog layout with y'all! I felt like it was time for something a little different on APFF. I hope you enjoy, and that it's easier to navigate. You'll also notice I have a new feature added to my sidebar "Recent Purchases + Classic Faves" showcasing my newest shopping purchases & also some of my wardrobe staples! Be sure to check it out! 

So, on to this OOTD. This look I'm sharing with you today is one of my favorite ways to look dressy while keeping warm. Our weather in TN is kind of crazy this time (well really all the time, haha) of year. Some days have been absolutely FREEZING (i.e. when I wore this outfit) yet others are super warm (which I'll be honest, are my favorite! I'm already cold 24/7 so I enjoy the sunshine & warm temps haha). But, when the weather decides to be super cold, an outfit like this one is perfect! 

First of all, a big warm winter coat is a must-have! I received this one for Christmas from my sweet parents. I absolutely LOVE the fur trim. Not to mention, it's SUPER warm! The fur hood dresses it up, while the "puffer" type look makes it more casual. These types of coats are my favorite to wear when the temps drop....and it's longer in length so it adds even more warmth!

This headband is one I bought during my F21 haul last fall, and I knew it would be perfect for cooler days this winter! One side is fur-lined; you can't go wrong with fur to warm up and add a pop of fashion to your outfit at the same time. 😊

The key to dressing warm is to layer, layer, layer, of course...and one of my favorite ways to do that is with a scarf! This infinity scarf is an oldie but goodie from Old Navy. I love the cream colors and how they contrast with black!

Finally, I will leave you with this picture of these amazing donuts we had at Judy's Darling Donuts the day we snapped this outfit. This hot pink wall is right beside it, so if you're on the hunt for a pretty wall to take pictures at, look no further than here next time you're in Chattanooga! 


Thank y'all so much for reading, as always! Stay warm & dry on this rainy day in Tennessee! 

XOXO
Ashley

J'ADORE

January 23, 2017












{Outfit Details}
Sweater: Kohl's (last year, but ADORE 😉  this one here)
Jeans: Lucky Brand (here, and similar here and here)
Heels: BCBGeneration (via DSW, here)
Choker: Forever 21 (here)
Wristlet: Target (here, on sale for $8.48!)


Happy Monday, dolls!

So I know this may sound silly to some, but Valentine's Day has always been one of my favorite holidays. Basically because it combines all of the things that I absolutely love (no pun intended haha): pink, red, hearts, candy, flowers, and LOVE (my man!). 😍  Heart-eye emoji x one million y'all! Since I love V-Day so much, obviously I had to share a Valentine inspired look (with hopefully more to come!). 

The outfit I'm wearing above would be perfect for a casual date night on Valentine's Day! Like a dinner & a movie kind of date! I bought this sweater last year from Kohl's, mostly because I have an obsession with the French language (I took it from 7th grade through my freshman year of college)! Unfortunately it is no longer online but I linked a VERY cute one similar to the one I'm wearing in the link above. 

So let's talk about these heels!! I have that loving feeling for sure over these beauties! I know y'all are familiar with the Valentino Rockstud pumps (see them here) and that they retail for $995. However, don't despair. When I was in DSW a couple of weekends ago, I saw the heels I'm wearing above by BCBG, for only $70...AND they were on sale! They are THE perfect Dupe for the Valentino Rockstuds. Not to mention, they are surprisingly comfy! What more could you ask for in a pair of heels!? 

To finish my look, I accessorized with this super cute wristlet from Target. I love that it is black with gold studs, as it tied in well with my heels! I have an obsession with all things black & gold AND this is on major sale right now! 

What are you planning on wearing for Valentine's Day this year!? Leave me a comment and let me know!

Thanks SO much for reading, dolls! Have a fabulous week!

XOXO
Ashley
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