Outfit Post: Birthday Romper

Lush "Walk This Wave" Scallop Romper via LuLu's

Guess "Carrie" Pink Glitter Pumps (so old but I found some great options below!)

GiGi New York "All In One" Clutch in Stone (gifted)

Caravelle New York Watch in Gold (gifted)

Vintage Ring || oNecklace Block Letter Twitter Necklace (c/o) || Vintage Locket

Maybelline "Fuchsia Fusion" Lipstick || Julep "Eileen" Nail Polish

Birthdays are the perfect excuse to dress up in something super girly for a night out on the town! But let's be honest.. I would have worn this on a Tuesday even if it wasn't my birthday! ;)

Lately I seriously cannot get enough of rompers. They're fun, flirty and just about the easiest thing to throw on. I love wearing them dressed up - apparently it seems unexpected to others. I got a lot of surprised "Is that a romper?" questions followed by "It's so cute!"or "I'm totally into rompers too" So next time, try yours with some sky high heels and your favorite clutch. This classic GiGi one is mine!

If you haven't shopped rompers or glitter heels yet - don't worry. I've picked some major must haves below! :) Happy Tuesday everyone!

Black Rompers:

Glitter Pumps:

Outfit Post: Birthday Butterflies

 

 

CYNTHIA Cynthia Rowley Butterfly Printed Shorts (at Belk - on clearance!!) (love this ASOS version)

Topshop Ribbed Peplum Top (old - similar here and here)

Guess Pink Glitter Pumps (old)

ILY Couture Fan Fringe Necklace in Ivory || Arbonne Black Glitter Knuckle Clutch (old - LOVE this one and this gold one || Michael Kors "Bradshaw" Rose Gold Watch || J.Crew Pave Link Bracelet

 

Can you believe we're already almost 1/2 way through August? I can't. Time is just flying by the older we get and I'm not liking it! Speaking of getting older - I celebrated my birthday last week. Why aren't birthdays as fun as they were when you were 7 or 10.. or 21? Maybe I should try having a "Purple Party" like I did when I was 8 to inject a little bday spunk into my life...

 

How fun are these butterfly print shorts? When I spotted them on my latest instagram crush, Maggie, I just had to have them. I scored them majorly on sale (they're still available so you can too!) and just couldn't wait to wear them for dinner at Mura, my favorite sushi restaurant in Raleigh. They're part whimsical part girly which is totally up my alley. I also couldn't resist pulling out my favorite pink glitter pumps, a Christmas gift from Billy several years ago. What better way to celebrate a birthday than with Pink Glitter?

 

What about you - what was your favorite birthday celebration you ever had?

 

 

How To Wear Sparkly Shoes - Part II

 

Shoes: Sole Society "Stella"

Peplum Dress: Loft "Live in Pink"

Bag: GiGi New York

Bracelet: Banana Republic (old)

 

This is the second outfit in my "How To Wear" series featuring these glitter pumps. They're so cute, right?

 

The first look I posted was to prove you can wear sparkles in a casual way. But, I wanted to dress them up for our second installment. I want to keep my shoes the main focus so it was the perfect excuse to bust out my new favorite dress. It's solid colored and has small details like a sweet peplum hem and cap sleeves. This whole outfit offers a feminine vibe without being over the top girly. My nude clutch and rhinestone bracelet help tie everything together!

 

If you're a bit nervous about sparkly shoes, just remember: you don't have to "over style." Keep it simple, wear a smile & you'll look amazing - no matter what! Stay tuned for my next outfit and I can't wait to see if you've tried this! Tweet or Facebook me with a picture so I can feature you on BAD!!

 

How To Wear Sparkly Shoes - Part I

 

Glitter Shoes: Sole Society (get $25 off any SS purchase until 11/19 - click here)

Boyfriend Jeans: Express (old)

Tuxedo Blazer: Express (old)

Bag: c/o GiGi New York

After posting about these festive sparkling babies from Sole Society last week, a few of you lovelies commented about how you weren't sure if you could rock them... I personally think that any girl would look amazing wearing glitter shoes - no matter what! But it got me thinking... and I came up with an idea for a new series called "How To Wear." I'll showcase different ways to pull off a trend that will bring versatility to that item and prove that anyone can add it it to their closet. I hope this will inspire you to dive deep and maybe step outside your comfort zone to try something new! Let's get started shall we??

The combination of Sparkly Shoes, Jeans & a Blazer is one of my personal go-to looks. It's super easy, semi-casual & so much fun. Plus, what gal doesn't own a blazer & a white tee? Most times I wear a skinnier jean, but I love the relaxed fit of boyfriend denim (especially when I'm busy enjoying fall-ish food!) A bonus to this outfit? Hello! You're in your favorite jeans and a comfy tee! But, the blazer and heels lend an edge of fancy without trying too hard. A colored clutch & a messy pony completes our first look for sparkly shoes!

Okay.. so I know what you might be thinking.. where can you wear this look? How about a causal date night or drinks with friends? I've worn very similar looks to church before and an almost carbon copy of the above to a salon opening in Hollywood. In all honesty - you could sport it almost anywhere! In fact, while we were shooting this, a woman passed by and said "Great Shoes!" It couldn't have been more perfect timing.

So what do you think? Have you tried this look before? Do you guys like the idea of a How To Wear series? Let me know! :) Happy Saturday! xoxo