Outfit Post: Fall Denim Shorts & Ankle Booties

{photos by Em Grey Photography}

 

The Impeccable Pig sleeveless shell top c/o (last season - try this similar option at $26 bucks!)

DIY denim cutoffs (similar style)

The Frye Company ankle booties c/o Belk (super old - here is this season's version)

GiGi New York Uber clutch in saddle c/o

Belliza Knight pendant necklace from Dress Wade

Caravelle gold tone watch (gifted)

Sole Society sunglasses (gifted - old)

Get ready to hear this word a lot: transitional. Yep it's basically not going to stop until about November. But when you live here in the south like I do, you just never freaking know what your fall weather is going to be like. One minute it's hot, the next you've got a gorgeous crisp the day and then BAM. The warmth is back again.

Truth be told, I rock shorts with ankle booties time and time again no matter what the season is. (see: Summer || Fall || Winter) So I'm not sure if this really counts as transitional for me. But it's a great time to break out your boots if you've been yearning for them all summer long but haven't been able to take off your Tory Burch sandals. And even though my exact style isn't available, their new 2016 style is basically a duplicate and comes in so many colors!

Have a great Wednesday loves - we are officially half way through the week! xoxo

shop ankle booties below!

Mother's Day Giveaway with Spicer Bags!

Raise your hand if you feel lucky to have your mom. Meeeeee! Mine is seriously just the best. It kind of feels unfair that I ended up with such a good one. And the truth be told, I should be more appreciative of how much she cares about me! Plus she agreed to take some super fun blog pictures with me.
In honor of Mother's Day, I've got a really fun giveaway planned that would be a special gift for your mom and the perfect segway to tell her just how much you love her. Scroll down to see what you could win!

Spicer Bags are just so freaking fabulous. Their handmade cork clutches, totes and purses are so adorable, made in the United States and they also use American-made materials whenever possible. Plus the cork material is eco-friendly. I love the beautiful touches each style has like metallic gold flecks, painted multi-color and mosaic designs, denim materials, the list goes on. Plus did you know that Spicer Bags is run by a Mother-Daughter duo? I mean how cool would it be to design bags with your mom all day long. Dream come true! 

To top everything off, Spicer Bags has oh so graciously offered a fantastic giveaway for BAD readers and their moms! We're giving away 1 Boot Tote in white cork AND 1 Folio Clutch in dash gold. One for you AND one for your mom! All you have to do is enter below. The more times you enter, the better your chances of winning are. I hope this brightens up your Monday morning just a teeny bit. 

Now go call your Mom and tell her how much you love her!

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Outfit Post: Bell Sleeve Blouse

For me, there's nothing better than a great cutoffs outfit and now that spring has finally arrived, it's time to break them out again! I love dressing mine up or down depending on the mood I'm in. Bill and I spent our Good Friday shopping up a storm and I just had to show off this fabulous lace blouse from The Mint Julep Boutique. Talk about the perfect pairing! 

The Mint Julep Boutique "Ruffles & Cream" blouse c/o

DIY cutoff shorts

Sole Society d'orsay flats and sunglasses c/o (both old - similar style flat here)

GiGi New York "Parker" satchel in Stone on MAHJOR sale! c/o

Fitbit Flex tracker

J. Crew Factory chain link bracelet (a great every day bracelet) c/o Carolina Premium Outlets

Even though we were spending a casual day running errands, this blouse upped the ante on my denim shorts and pulled everything together. My favorite part about it? The Bell Sleeves. I got a total 60's/70's vibe when it arrived at my house, no doubt influenced by "The Doors" concert I was watching on VH1 Classic. A great metallic flat and my new leather satchel were the icing on the cake. Never underestimate a good pair of flats - this heel lover can't get enough! 

Make sure you head over to The Mint Julep Boutique for some FABULOUS finds - and they're incredibly budget friendly. I love looking over their new arrivals section and adding many of those new styles to my wishlist!

Happy Tuesday loves! xo

Outfit Post: 90's Daisy Shorts

I've got to be honest - I've been really nervous about trying the high-waisted denim trend. I wasn't sure if I'd actually like it. But when Missguided asked me to collaborate, I knew I wanted to take a chance and try them out. So these daisy print distressed cutoffs showed up. Turns out I LOVE them! Here's just one of the many ways I've been wearing them... 

Missguided "Daisy Print Ripped Shorts" cutoffs (on major sale right now!) c/o

Target v-neck tee

Sole Society "Felecity" gladiator sandals (now HALF off!) c/o

Vintage crossbody bag (similar style) 

Sole Society sunglasses (sold out - but identical option)

Jennifer Zeuner "Serafina" custom necklace (gifted)

Moon & Lola "Hashtag" necklace

Michael Kors "Bradshaw" watch

Number rings (similar option)

What do you guys think? Are you into high waisted denim at all or have tried it? I think with the right top and shoes, it can be REALLY cute. I also recently wore them to a concert last week with a flowy crop-ish top. SO cute!

Pssssst, this pair is on MAJOR sale right now too. Just note that they run about 1 size too small. Also my sandals are HALF off and come in 3 colors. I just ordered the black because I've just about worn the luggage color practically every day this summer.

Happy Tuesday loves! xo

linking up with Style Sessions. Why I Do DeClaire. Elegantly Dressed & Stylish,, Garay Treasures, Bless Her Heart Y'all, Walking In Memphis in High Heels and Fashion Canvas, ||  The Pleated Poppy, Book of Leisure, The Stylish Housewife, Mid Week Muse, Oh Hey Girl!  Tucker Up, My Girlish Whims, Style Me Wednesday, Classy Yet Trendy, Cappuccino & Fashion, ||

Outfit Post: Pineapples, Lucite & Summer Cutoffs

Summer has been filled with LOTS of coffee. It's a been a busy one. So when Bill and I finally had a weekend where we both were in town and not working (it's been rare around here folks) we went full on adult. Furniture shopping, houseware buying, looking at art, and bike riding around town. Hence this perfect summer outfit of cutoffs, comfy and freaking cute sneaks and a hands free bag. 

My Erin Dana x Nervo mini backpack is the perfect hands free, bike riding, furniture shopping, do anything bag. I've been using it non stop since it arrived on my doorstop. It can surprisingly hold a lot of stuff and it's super unique - which of course is why I love it! What do you guys think?

The Laundry Room "Super Chixx" tee c/o LuLu's (sold out - tank version)

DIY white cutoff shorts (try these if you don't want to DIY)

Bucketfeet "Pineappleade" sneakers in silver c/o

Erin Dana x Nervo lucite backpack (gifted)

Sole Society panama hat c/o

Belliza Knight Jewelry necklace

Caravelle gold tone watch

Moon & Lola "Eden" pineapple charm

Bucketfeet just launched their Fall 2015 line of shoes and I'm in love. Yes that's right, I am now a sneaker lover. I think it just took a while for me to find the right style for me and now I can't stop wearing slip on sneaks. They're perfect for a comfort seeker yet fashionable to wear with everyday outfits, something I often look for when I'm shopping. Not to mention they're so stinking cute. I mean just look at The Perfect Gentleman. DIE.

My other favorite part about Bucketfeet? Their mission is to connect everyone through art. Which is why all of their shoes feature designs by artists, telling their stories and sharing them with the world. How. Freaking. Cool. Right?

Happy Wednesday! xoxo

linking up with Style Sessions. Why I Do DeClaire. Elegantly Dressed & Stylish,, Garay Treasures, Bless Her Heart Y'all, Walking In Memphis in High Heels and Fashion Canvas, ||  The Pleated Poppy,,I Feel Pretty, Book of Leisure, The Stylish Housewife, Mid Week Muse, Oh Hey Girl!  Tucker Up, My Girlish Whims, Style Me Wednesday, Classy Yet Trendy, Cappuccino & Fashion, ||