Not So Mellow Yellow

Dress: LulaRoe Carly Dress via Shop Simply Stylish by LulaRoe (request to join and you'll get accepted to shop!) || Sandals: Palm Beach Sandals || Sunglasses: Target || Apple Watch || Necklace: c/o Stella & Dot (similar)

As y'all know, yellow is definitely THE color of the season for me! Something about this sunny shade is just so, well "summer" and makes me cheerful and happy each time I put it on. I'm also a huge fan of easy, swingy dresses that are lightweight (I mean in this summer heat I will take any refreshing feel that I can get)!

The funny thing about this dress is I kind of refused it at first. My aunt and I were finishing up blog pictures recently when she asked me to style a few pieces for her LulaRoe business. Well it had been a HOT one out there when we were shooting and the minute I put this dress on, I refused to take it off- it was that comfy! Seriously, it was like a breath of fresh air putting it on :) At first, I thought the color wasn't right for me, but once it was on it just made me happy, happy. Word to the wise on sizing though: make sure to size down- this dress runs 1-2 sizes big (I'm wearing an XS).

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Shop Simply Stylish LLR

Hey Friends! How is your week going so far? Mine has been just running on by... but what else is new?! Work continues to be crazy- literally our direction/product changes every day- but I love that it keeps me on my toes and busy! I'm so much more productive when I have a really long to-do list (any one else feel me?!) 

But, today I'm leaving the office early and hitting the road for a very special reason... my aunt is launching her own business!! As you (may) know, my Aunt Kelly takes all the pictures you see here on this blog. Her and I get together once a month and shoot 10-13 outfits so I have a "cache" throughout the month of content. I'm so thankful because this blog couldn't run without her! In addition, she is an elementary school teacher, mother, wife, & avid traveler. To say she is busy is an understatement! But, she has a passion for retail & along with her 2 best friends has decided to launch a LulaRoe business, Simply Stylish LulaRoe. I couldn't be more proud of her for pursuing her dream! 

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On Embracing Confidence

Dress: c/o LulaRoe Pris and Julie (Instagram/Facebook) || Booties: Vince Camuto (almost exact) || Necklace: Kendra Scott || Clutch: BP (same clutch, different colors) || Apple Watch || Bangles: Bourbon & Bowties

If you've been reading this blog for awhile than you know that form-fitted and body-hugging styles are pretty much something not featured on here often. But as I get older (hiiiiii late-twenties) I've begun to embrace a new idea of body confidence that I've never had before. In the past year I've worked harder than probably ever before to lose those stubborn 10 pounds, fit the gym into my busy schedule, and eat healthy. And because it has literally taken sweat, time, & inevitable tears to look in the mirror and feel a sense of confidence - I'm working to embrace every curve I have and stop being afraid to show them off. 

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Four Tips for Shopping LulaRoe

LulaRoe Randy Tee: LulaRoe Mary Allison // Jeans: Loft // Booties: Target // Necklace: R.J. Graziano (similar) // Apple Watch

Over the past few months I've shared with y'all several great pieces from LulaRoe (see previous looks here, here, and here), and I'm thrilled to share one of my newest favorite pieces with y'all today- the LulaRoe Randy tee! This is the absolutely perfect tee for weekend wear- it's unbelievably comfortable (like all Lula is!) and the patterns and saturated colors are to.die.for.

But, I recognize that LulaRoe might be a new shopping company and concept for some of y'all so I thought today I'd share my 4 tips for shopping LulaRoe successfully! Let's go...

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Workweek Chic: LulaRoe Amelia Dress

Dress: Lularoe Amelia c/o LulaRoe Jane // Heels: Target // Necklace: Kendra Scott Rayne // Apple Watch

Happy Tuesday friends!! Since we're all getting in the swing of a new work week, it only seemed appropriate to share a new "workweek chic" look to get you inspired for the rest of the week! Today's dress combines two of my favorite things- fun workwear & LulaRoe! I know y'all have heard me share a ton about this brand already (see recent posts here and here), so I'm excited to be able to share with you a dress that is not only perfect for the office but is also insanely comfortable (yes it's true).

This is the Amelia dress and it is so flattering on everyone! I actually have an adorably preggo girlfriend who rocks this dress like no one's business! Once again I love the length of this dress because it's conservative for the office, but the pleats are so feminine and fun! Oh and did I mention it has pockets?? #Winner :)

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Meet My New Favorite: LulaRoe Carly Dress

Dress: Carly Dress c/o LulaRoe Jane // Belt: Target (old, similar here & so cute!) // Clutch: BP (only $25!) // Apple Watch // Bangle: Lilly Pulitzer (similar) // Mules: Steve Madden (actually comfortable!) 

I have been over-the-moon excited to bring today's post to y'all! When I find something I love, I want to shout it from the rooftops, and this Carly Dress from LulaRoe Jane is beyond a new favorite! I first introduced y'all to LulaRoe last week with a casual look, so I'm excited to also show you how "dressed up" it can be too!

The Carly is a brand new style from the brand, and it has been selling-out like crazy, & now that I have one I can totally see why! This is the perfect combination of swingy and also flattering- which gets all the praise hands in my book! :)  One of the things I love about LulaRoe is that the dresses are cut more conservatively (meaning you don't have to worry about pulling a "Britney") while also being crazy comfortable. Also, every print they design is only released in a limited number of pieces and sizes, which means for the most part you have a one-of-a-kind look! 

Make sure to see my sweet and stylish friend LulaRoe Jane (she'll approve your request to join the group) if you want to snag a fab Lula piece for yourself! #LulaLove

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Everyday Casual in LulaRoe

Irma Top (wearing M) and Black Leggings c/o LulaRoe Mary Allison // White Converse Sneakers (size down a 1/2 size) // Kate Spade Tote (similar here) // Necklace (similar here) 

If your Facebook looks anything like mine, then there is probably no shortage of products and brands inundating your feed each day. So when I started seeing LulaRoe popping up I didn't pay much attention to it- what was so special? But when one of my favorite fashionista besties, Mary Allison, decided to become a stylist my ears perked up! Mary has always had incredible style, and as I saw her style LulaRoe's pieces I loved what I was seeing. Then she told me about their "buttery soft" leggings and I knew I had to try it out for myself! :)

Y'all this brand is truly incredible, and now that I've gotten my first pieces I'm hooked! I wanted a casual weekend look that I could wear running errands and still be comfortable in and my Irma Top and leggings fit the bill. A little bit about the sizing: I'm wearing a Medium in the Irma, but could have easily sized down to a Small , but I wanted more of an oversize look :) And even though I took this look extremely casual here, I think my tunic would look adorable half-tucked into denim shorts with booties for the "transition" season coming!

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