Game Day Outfit: Garnet and Gold Glam

There's nothing I love more than a good Florida State gameday outfit. But what's even better than that? A gameday blogger collaboration with my girl Danielle over at Lou What Wear!

You'll remember last year we each styled a baseball cap for the Florida State vs. Miami game. That challenge was a step out of my comfort zone, but so much fun to do. This year we teamed up with Moon and Lola for a more dainty approach and each styled their Acrylic State Pendant Necklace. It even has a heart or star cutout for you favorite city! How cute is that?

I'm in serious love with our necklaces! They're beyond perfect for a Gameday Outfit. With over 30 colors to choose from, you can rep your state and school pride in just the right shade. Then, choose your city's heart cut out (Tallahassee for me, Miami for Danielle). It's the perfect finishing touch whether you're watching a football game, attending a basketball tournament, or just want to shout it out the world that you love your school and state. Shop Moon and Lola's entire state collection here.

I love the way that Danielle styled hers. Don't forget to hop over to her blog to check out the full look. 

I'm really nervous about this game. We have definitely struggled all year and Miami always seems to be an intensely played game year after year. Let's hope my Seminoles can pull out the W (sorry D!)

YT Clothing "Molly Dress" via Twelve Saturdays

Zara Studded Ankle Boots (old - similar option at Heels.com)

D'Andrea "Mr. One Nighter" Crossbody Bag c/o

Moon and Lola Acrylic State Necklace in Garnet c/o

J.Crew Enamel Bangles (old) || J.V. Hantres Arrowhead Bracelet (use promo code BADxFSU for 10% off) || Sole Society Cutout Chevron Bracelet c/o || Michael Kors "Bradshaw" Watch in Rose Gold (20% right now at Nordstrom!) || ILY Couture Arrow Ring || Sole Society "Smythe" Sunglasses in Tortoise c/o || Simply Vera Vera Wang Tights (love them!)

Maybelline Lipstick

It's going to be freezing today but I've been wanting to wear this dress so badly so I'm wearing it with some thick tights and my footwear of choice. Oh don't you worry - I'll be wearing a huge coat when going outdoors since the low tonight is in the... 20's!!! (ah!) 

Don't forget to check our Twelve Saturdays for more game day apparel! They just had a major sale and I scored this exclusive blazer at an amazing price. Happy Gameday everyone! And Go Noles!!

linking up with Style Sessions

April 3 for $30 Challenge & Giveaway: Pastels

 

{Bedazzles After Dark || Diary of A Southern Belle || The Style Optimist}

Okay so I know you must be thinking I don't know what the heck pastels look like.. but I promise I do. If you look real close my fabulous Peter Pilotto for Target shoes and nails have pastel colors in them. The truth is I don't love the way pastels look on my skin tone so I had to make this challenge work for me and my style!

 

 

H&M Cobalt Blazer (very old but extremely similar at BooHoo)

Target Boyfriend Tee

Express "Stella" Jean Legging

Peter Pilotto for Target Slip On Sneakers (on clearance!)

Phillip Lim 3.1 for Target Handbag (splurge option at Net-A-Porter)

Sally Hansen "Mint Sorbet" nail polish || Vintage Sunglasses

 

I wore this outfit before I got my hair done in Raleigh a few weeks ago. It was so comfy and I can't believe how much this self-proclaimed heel lover is enjoying her slip-on sneakers! I'm even trying to figure out how I can wear them to work... I loved this blue pair so much that I got the black and white pair too (also on clearance!!)

 

As I mentioned before I don't know if a full head-to-toe pastels look is right for me, so when Candy challenged us to wear these Easter-like colors I decided to buck the norm and make this trend work for me. Nail polish is also another one of my favorite tricks to do when I'm a bit hesitant to dive head first into a new style. So I rocked my Mint Green nails with my pastel-ish muted yellow/green shoes. Just proof that you don't always have to conform ;)

 

The 3 of us are also hosting a giveaway for this fun 3 for $30 challenge including a $30 Visa giftcard! Woo-Hoo!! You can enter below!

 

If you're interested in participating in July '3 for $30', please send your name, blog title and URL to: Candy at diaryofasouthernbelle@gmail.com

 

Happy Monday!

 

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Game Day Outfit: Baseball Cap Glam

Today's post is a combination of 2 of my favorite things: A blogger collaboration and a game day outfit. I met Danielle last year at LuckyFABB/NYFW and we've been buds ever since. I love Danielle because she's witty, gorgeous, loves sports and so down to earth. Her posts are full of fun, fashion and humor. Plus she & I shared a love for PLL. So when she contacted me about a possible collaboration, she came up with the brilliant idea of a Game Day post showdown. You see, 1 flaw of hers (haha) is that she's a Miami Hurricanes fan, one of Florida State's biggest rivals. We play each other this weekend and it's a MAJOR game. We're both ranked in the top 10 and to say I'm stoked about it would a major understatement.

Danielle also challenged me to tackle The Baseball Cap trend, one that I've, frankly, been nervous to test out. So after you check out my outfit make sure you hop on over to Lou What Wear and check her look out (ummm she nailed it!)

  

{photos taken by my brother}

State Traditions Florida State Tallahassee Baseball Cap c/o

Zara Metallic Peplum Cardigan (old but exact option here in black at L.Mae Boutique)

Express "Stella" Skinny Jegging (old)

Aaron Ashe White Silk Tank

Studded Heels via eBay || GiGi New York Uber Clutch in Saddle Pebble || ILY Couture sideways cross necklace & arrow ring || J. Crew Classic Bangles || Michael Kors Watch

Now this whole baseball cap thing is a major step out of my comfort zone. Don't get me wrong, I'm a sports-watching, beer-drinking, could even play video games kind of gal. But I love my sparkle... and my high heels.

I really wanted to have fun with this challenge and took some pointers from the gorgeous Samantha Ponder and fabulous bloggers like Cathy [Poor Little It Girl] & Christine [Hello Fashion Blog]. I stayed true to my style keeping my sky high heels and sparkly sweater in tow. To be honest, the hat gave my glam game day getup just the right amount of tomboy swag. I added on my fav GiGi uber clutch and some gold jewelry for girly flair.

It actually wasn't that hard since the State Traditions hats are really fabulous. It's a really simple design of the State's shape in your school's colors but it's an easy and stylish way to give your look that menswear punch. Plus.. they have about a bazillion options! You should also check out the cute selections for your guy like Game Day bow ties or Gingham plaid shirts.

Don't forget to check out Danielle's outfit... and Go Noles!!!

linking up with Stylelixir

Blogger Collab: How We Wear Camo

 

I'm teaming up with my sweet friend Ashley for another blogger collaboration! These are getting to be so much fun :) Ash is a fabulous gal inside and out. I had the pleasure of getting to know her through social media and we finally got to meet up and hang out a few days before I left LA. Though it was short and sweet, I'm so glad we did because she totally rocks. If you don't already follow her, hop on over to her blog Ash'n'Fashn and prepare yourself to become obsessed. Girl's got style game. Like for real.

 

Today we're talking the trend that is here to stay - camouflage! See below for my outfit deets...

 

 

 

Gap Camouflage Printed Utility Jacket (very recent and on sale!!) || GAP V-Neck Tee (old)

Express Zelda Jegging (last season)

Chinese Laundry Riding Hood Boot gifted c/o Poor Little It Girl

GiGi New York Saddle Uber Clutch in Pebble Grain Leather c/o (use coupon code BAD for 15% off) || Forever 21 "BAD" Ring (very recent) || Revlon "Fuchsia Fusion" Lipstick

 

I'm overjoyed that the temps have dropped and I'm able to bust out all my cool weather favorites - including these boots. They've become a complete staple since I won them last year in a giveaway proving to be one of the most comfortable and most fabulous pair of boots I've ever owned.

 

But let's get to the center of this meat-n-potatoes dish, the camo jacket (I swear when I found it, there was a bright white light around it and little babies with wings playing harps and what not) I've been on the hunt for a while and Sunday was my golden ticket. Can I brag just a little bit more? I got it not only on sale but extra % off due to the Columbus Day sale. Holllllaaaaa! I'm going to wear it every which way under the sun and 'till the cows come home (and any other metaphor you can squeeze into my skinny jeans) It also comes in other colors and I'm seriously contemplating the blue color...

 

Shout out to my girl Ashleigh over at Fringe of Beverly Hills in Santa Monica for doing, yet again, a phenom job on the rats nest called my hair. Y'all need to go see her STAT if you'd like to be touched by an ombré genius. I still have a few back posts logged so beware of that scraggly mop that might show up a time or two in the future. Don't worry kids, it won't bite ya.....

 

Have you entered my giveaway yet? Hop on over for your chance to win the coveted ILY Couture Sweatshirt!

 

Enjoy your Tuesday, shop my look below and don't forget to stop by Ash's blog to see her style those freaking amazing camo trousers!

 

 

Linking up with Style Elixir

Blogger Collab: Ankle Booties for Fall

Today the lovely Amy from Coffee Beans and Bobby Pins  and I are showing you two different ways to wear everyone's favorite trend-turned-must have, ankle booties. Amy is gorgeous, has great style and is a recent RDU transplant! Can we talk about that jacket she's paired with her boots? I love the neutral pallete she's got going on. Make sure you stop by her blog to get all the details.

 

 

H&M Sequin Sparkle Sweater (old)
CYNTHIA Cynthia Rowley for Belk Butterfly Print Shorts (sold out)

Sole Society Elsa Western Bootie 

Liz Claiborne Handbag (super old - similar here) || ILY Couture Fan Fringe necklace (sold out) || Christian Dior "Mohotani" Cat Eye Sunglasses

 

The weather hasn't exactly been cooperating with the calendar lately so my compromise right now are ankle booties with shorts and skirts. I think these shorter boots are a fabulous way to transition your spring/summer clothes well into fall. Even adding tights underneath dresses and shorts can help push those pieces into other seasons. Plus I think we're all aware of my bootie obsession. I just can't help it - they go with everything! What about you.. how are you sporting your ankle boots as of late? 

 

We head back to Raleigh on the red eye tonight. Boo-hoo. We've seriously had the best time here in LA. I've been a bit absent on social media and to be honest - it's been really nice to just hit all our favorite spots, old hangouts and spend some quality time with friends Maybe I can make us miss our flight and we'll just have to stay an extra day. Hmmmm... I'll let you know how that goes. Hope you're enjoying your Wednesday!

Don't forget that this giveaway is happening RIGHT NOW and you don't want to miss out on it!!!

Linking up with The Pleated Poppy & Because Shanna Said So

Blogger Collab: Falling for Neon

 

 

Neon Pink Gap Essential V-Neck Tee (old - cute short sleeve option here from The Loft)

River Island Faux Leather Skater Skirt from ASOS (such a steal!)

Zara Studded Black Ankle Bootie (similar here and here from TARGET!

D'Andrea "Mr. One Nighter" in black c/o LuckyFABB || Nordstrom BP "Flash" Metallic Aviators in Pink || Michael Kors "Bradshaw" Rose Gold Watch || Jennifer Zeuner Cursive Nameplate Necklace in Rose Gold (gifted)

 

As I said on instagram when I posted this outfit, "Maybe if you wear it, Fall will come" {quick.. what modified movie line?} I've only said the next phrase like 100 times, but I am beyond ready for fall to be here already! So now I figure, maybe if I just wear fall clothes, then it will choose to follow suit (yeah right... dream on!) Oh well.. at least when I was in the elevator in my building, a sweet woman told me how much she loved my black and pink together. Nikki tested, chic lady approved! :)

 

After officially adding the leather skater skirt to my fall wish list, I was super pumped when I ordered it at the beginning of August. And boy, was it a trial and a half trying to get it delivered. But I'm thankful that it finally arrived on my doorstep because it's most definitely going to be a fall favorite. Definitely one of those pieces that will transition from season to season - so get your hands on one ASAP! 

 

Today I'm teaming up with Laura from Walking in Memphis in High Heels to prove that neon isn't going anywhere! I love Laura's blog - she's always wearing super chic outfits that are definitely style inspiring. Laura's got the perfect combo of girly yet wearable down pat. Plus, her hair is gorgeous - like the most perfect curls.

 

 

Seriously wish I could get mine to be like that! I laughed when we sent each other pictures of our looks for this neon collab. It's the same outfit idea but we each put our own spin on it - and I swear we didn't even plan it that way! :) So make sure you check her blog out!

 

Are you as ready for fall as I am?!

 

Linking up with  Watch What I'm Wearing, Friday's Fab Favorites Get Your Pretty On & The Pleated Poppy