Flawless Darling

Hat | Sweater | Booties

Happy Sunday Darling!

I am spending this Sunday at the Steelers game #herewego. I hope that everyone is enjoying their weekend! I am writing a quick post today to share an adorable Fall outfit that is under $40! The sweater and hat match to perfectly I can’t stand it. This cozy sweater is easily my new fall staple. It is an amazing color and the design on the sleeves are so much fun. I am wearing an XS in the sweater for reference. This gold color is also the accent color in my baseball cap, the match could not be more perfect! I wore this with a pair of jeans and booties for an effortlessly cute look while helping my mom shop for mums.

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Jacket | Jeans | Shoes | Purse | Earrings

Happy Friday Darling!

Can you believe we are already a week into October?! Time needs to slow down so that we can enjoy this Fall weather. October is my favorite month of the year because we can finally start wearing all of our favorite sweaters, booties, and cozy jackets!

Versona Must-Haves

My entire outfit is from Versona. My mom and I wandered into the Versona store north of Pittsburgh a couple of years ago and I have been hooked ever since! If you haven’t been, you have to go! There are several locations so you can shop their amazing selection online or in-store. Versona is my go-to one-stop-shop for clothing, accessories, and giftware. The store has the perfect pieces for work, casual wear, or a night out on the town!

I love items that are versatile and can be used for several occasions. All of the pieces in this outfit can easily be dressed up or down. This amazing patchwork jacket is under $45 and the leopard clutch is under $25. I know. I was just as shocked as you are. The jacket is incredibly soft and the patchwork faux fur makes it so unique. For a casual look, I wore this jacket with a pair of blue jeans and added the leopard clutch to accessorize. I completed the look by wearing these super comfortable cognac open side booties (under $35!).

Three Ways to Style This Jacket

Boy, do I have plans for this jacket! Here are three more ways that I plan on wearing this patchwork jacket this Fall:

#1 Night Out

I can’t wait to wear this jacket for a night out with black jeans and a black tank.

#2 Dressy Occasion

This jacket can definitely be dressed up for a fancy occasion. Wear this jacket with a little black dress and these over the knee boots for an elevated look.

#3 Casual Day (again, because c’mon, it’s me!)

This jacket will be so cute a pair of colored jeans. Burgundy and olive are both perfect colors for the season and will pair wonderfully with the cognac booties above.

Needless to say, I will definitely be keeping this must-have jacket busy this Fall! If you liked this outfit from Versona, check out this dress and this jumpsuit I got from the store!

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Okay Ladies, It is crunch time! If you haven’t shopped the Shopbop sale yet, today is the LAST DAY!

Orders under $500 = 20% off, Orders over $500 = 25% off.

Who says gingham has to be for just Spring and Summer? This top has Fall written all over it and is one of my Favorites. I paired this top  with a pair of skinny jeans and a mini skirt along with my favorite booties (under $40!)

Shop til ya bop!

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Sweater | Pants

Happy Friday Darling,

We made it – another week in the books. It is so exciting to be continuing my mini blog series on shopping local. I believe in the value of shopping locally, and try to do so as often as I can because of the many benefits it has for my community.

What are everyone’s weekend plans? Whether it is apple picking, pumpkin picking, or going on a hayride, you are going to need the perfect Fall outfit to document it on Instagram and I have JUST the place for you.

Apricot Lane Boutique

Last month my friend Sara and I were wandering down Walnut Street in Shadyside and stumbled into Apricot Lane Boutique. It was love at first site. The girls working in the boutique were so kind and the clothes immediately caught my eye. Apricot Lane Boutique Pittsburgh is locally owned & operated by mother/daughter duo Debbie and Taylor. The store is filled with so many fabulous brands that are perfect for any occasion from casual wear to formal wear. The best part about ALB Pittsburgh is that they constantly have new arrivals! Every trip you make will be worth it because there will always be something new on the floor! Don’t worry, if you love a piece that you see on their Instagram but can’t make it into the store, send them a DM and they can ship it to you!

The Perfect Fall Outfit

To say that I am obsessed with these flare jeans and this sweater from Apricot Lane Boutique is an understatement. It is the absolute perfect fall outfit. The jeans are so comfortable and the darker wash makes them easy to dress up or down. I am a little on the short side (5’4) so I wore these cuties with my favorite pair of heel booties. The sweater is the most gorgeous shade of blue but has other multi-colored thread woven into it, too! My favorite part about this sweater is how it is shorter in the front and longer in the back. Next time, I am totally adding a fun belt to this look.

I have gotten so much amazing feedback on the pieces I have posted on Instagram from ALB Pittsburgh so I promise to share more with you all soon!

What is your favorite local shop?

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Jumpsuit | Shoes | Watch | Clutch

Pittsburgh Fashion Week was such an awesome experience! I met so many new people and was able to see the work of some incredibly talented local designers. Not only were the designers amazing, but those who attended the events had me in awe with their impeccable style.

There is no one that I trust more to tell me what is in style this season than those who (IMO) were best dressed at events last week. Here are the noteworthy trends and amazing women wearing them at Pittsburgh Fashion Week 2018:

Trend: The 90’s Look

The Fashionista | Pants | Cami | Sunglasses

Hannah was absolutely killing it at the runway show with this 90’s throwback look! From the scrunchie and sunnies to the platform shoes – I am so in love with how she put this together. The 90’s trend is one that I think may be here to stay.

Trend: A Statement Blazer

The Fashionista | Blazer | Leggings | Shoes

I think Terra won fashion week with this look! Her sequin blazer had me doing double takes. Terra paired this blazer with leather leggings (under $40!) and Stuart Weitzman sandals. She completed this look with a dark lip and a sleek hairdo done by Parlor|Six Hair Studio. Terra was able to find this current look at a discount by doing a little shopping around. Read her tips and tricks to shopping luxury on a budget here. And don’t forget her fantastic sunglasses, because the sun never sets on a badass!

Trend: Plaid

The Fashionista | Dress

As if! Tiffany was channeling her inner Cher Horowitz in this plaid belted dress for the perfect Fall look. Plaid is everywhere this season and is definitely a trend to jump on! Her bag adds a fun pattern and color to this look. Tiffany’s Instagram is full of Fall inspiration.

Trend: Bold Colors

The Fashionista | Dress | Clutch

Serenity’s looks at #PGHFW18 were so fabulous. Each of her outfits had an amazing pop of color, which I noticed was a huge trend at the events. For this look, Serenity wore a printed dress and added a bright envelope clutch to complete the look. Check out her Instagram to see her other Pittsburgh Fashion Week looks.

Trend: Colored Leopard

The Fashionista | Top | Pants | Bag

I am seeing a LOT of leopard print this season and am not mad about it. Leopard is my favorite color in the Fall, but colored leopard?! Sign me up. This look, worn by Courtney from Beauties in the Burgh, is actually a two piece set! I know, I am as shocked as you are. How fun! This look can be worn together or separately. Try these pants with a black blazer, and the top with a pair of skinny jeans.

What trends are you loving this Fall?!

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Sweater weather is my favorite weather. I am sharing my 7  most favoritest types of sweaters under $50 that I can’t wait to break out this season!

1) This Oversized Cardigan

I am loving the rust color this year! And of course, the oversized look. This is cute to wear with jeans, leggings, or a dress.

2) This sweatshirt Dress

This sweatshirt dress is truly a must-have! Pair this cutie with a pair of sneakers and add a denim jacket for an extra layer.

3) This Turtleneck sweater

I truly have every color! I wear these with leggings or with jeans and booties.

4) This Duster cardigan

The duster cardigan in tan is so chic. Try this with a white cami blouse or even a button down. I am totally adding a pair of leopard flats to wear with mine!

5) This cropped sweater

This color. Need I say more? This is the perfect sweater weather sweater

6) This Cowl Neck Sweater

Another sweater that I have in so many colors. It’s a Fall staple.

7) This Sleeveless Sweater Dress

This is on my wish-list and it is on sale! I would wear this with a jean jacket and booties.

 

Happy shopping!

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Dress | Jacket

It’s Friday Darling,

Fri-nally! We made it! Is it just me or did this week fly by? I was just in New York last week and came back to a long to-do list!

I’ve grown up with a family business, which makes shopping local so important to me! Among the many benefits of shopping local, you are supporting your community and people’s dreams. I am doing a mini blog series on all of my favorite local places to shop that are totally worth checking out.

How perfect is this outfit for Fall? I got this amazing ensemble at the fabulous Mack and Mario boutique. It is a mobile boutique that travels around the greater Pittsburgh area. You all know that I am a dog lover so when I found out that Mack and Mario is named after the boutique owner’s two dachshunds I was immediately sold. Check out their site and shop their Instagram.

As I was shopping at the boutique I learned what Mack and Mario is all about. Lori, the owner, has some impressive stylist experience and travels the Pittsburgh area in her fashion truck to local events and private parties!  You can Reserve the Mack and Mario fashion truck for your next home party! You provide the wine and Mack and Mario will come right to your door to style you and your girlfriends. Hostesses of the party will even get a discount. I don’t know about you, but a private shopping party sounds like so much fun!

        

3 Tips for Fall

Fall can be tough because we want to look seasonally appropriate but we never know if it is going to be in the 50’s or in the 80’s (Pittsburgh, am I right?). So, with that being said, I wanted to share my favorite tips for creating the perfect Fall outfit, even when it may not really feel like Fall weather.

Tip #1: Find the perfect short sleeve dress

I’m wearing a suede short sleeved dress from Mack and Mario that is the absolute perfect piece for Fall. The suede screams “Fall” while the short sleeve length says “I know you want to look cute but it is so hot. You’re welcome”

Tip #2: Layer

It is really that simple. Grab a jacket that you can keep with you for that annoying hot/cold day. I wore the leather jacket from Mack and Mario over my shoulders for a fun edgy look. I love the star details on this jacket.

Tip #3: Peep-toe shoes

Looks like booties…feels like sandals (close enough!)

Happy shopping!

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Dress | Jacket | Tote

Happy Fall Darling,

Can you believe how fast summer just flew by? I think I blinked and summer was just…. over. I am not complaining though because truthfully, the 90-degree heat is really not for me. I prefer Fall. I am much more of a sweater and booties girl. So…. let’s talk about how freakin’ cute this #OOTD is.

I LOVE camo. I think that it’s a Fall staple and I promise you will see me wearing more of it this season. When I got this jacket, I honestly never thought to pair it with a dress. But then I found this plum colored dress…. a match made in heaven. And then I added the tote….. oh my gourd! Magnolia on Main has all of my favorites this season.

What is your favorite Fall staple?

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Hi Darling,

Summer is coming to an end so we know what that means… LILLY PULITZER AFTER PARTY SALE! 

I’ve shopped this sale a few times in my day and even went to the sample sale a couple of times! So, I thought I would share some facts and tips with you!

Here is what you need to know:

WHEN: Lilly Pulitzer Sale is September 10-12 starting at 8am est

WHERE: Lilly Pulitzer website https://www.lillypulitzer.com/

Fact: Items in your cart are not officially yours until you fully check out. This means that items in your cart can be taken by other shoppers.

Tip: make an account now! This way you don’t have to waste any time the morning of! Save that credit card info!

Fact: There is a virtual shopping line that can have you waiting for a couple hours. DO NOT refresh your page you will lose your spot!

Tip: Get out your iPad and iPhone and get in line on those devices too!

Fact: The Lilly sale is FINAL sale – you cannot return items.

Tip: Read the product descriptions and read reviews on how each product fits

Good luck and may the odds be ever in your favor!

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