Ready & Ruffled

Ruffle Top: c/o Romwe || Jeans: J. Crew Toothpick Jeans || Shoes: Converse (Size down a 1/2 size) || Necklace: Kendra Scott || Bangle: Kate Spade

Hey friends! I've missed you around here! If you follow along on Instagram you saw that I spent the weekend in Atlanta celebrating my girl Rachael for her bachelorette! (Much more to come on that!) We had SO much fun, but between a crazy week at work and prepping for the weekend, it took it out of me and I needed to spend a few days in my "life" away from the blog. I'm sure y'all understand! But I'm thrilled to be back today with an adorable top that I've been dying to share with you.

When I first saw the ruffles and peplum on this top, I couldn't help but think "RUFFLES!!" (I mean really though). I think there are a lot of ways to wear this top, but I decided to keep it casual and pair it with my favorite distressed denim & go-to sneakers for an easy weekend look. A note on sizing: this top does run short (hits me above my hip) so if you're taller than 5'4 (my height) than it may be too short on you. 

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What to Wear for Thanksgiving + HUGE Sale News!

Sweater: c/o Romwe // Pants: Lilly Pulitzer (I live in these during the winter!) // Boots: Sam Edelman Penny // Clutch: Old Navy (sold out, love this option) // Apple Watch // Bangles: Bourbon & Bowties // Necklace: Real Collectables (option here too)

Y'all I couldn't be more excited that we are T-2 days from Thanksgiving! There is nothing better than family time AND yummy food #AmIRight ?! I've been clean eating for the past 3 1/2 months, so I'm more than ready to get my turkey/mashed potatoes/sweet potatoes/pumpkin pie on! Also, for the first time in my 28 years (did I just reveal my age?!) I'm in charge of dessert for our family meal and the pressure is on! ha. I'm still looking for the perfect pumpkin recipe, so if you have a no-fail favorite let me know :)

One thing I do have all figured out? My outfit! It's pretty much a given that an elastic waistband and oversize sweater are going to come in play for the holiday, and the second helpings, but those two designs don't have to equal frumpy... far from it! Instead they can be chic when they involve this bold striped sweater. I added a sparkly necklace to glam it up a bit, and I'm kind of obsessed with the results! Do you know what you're wearing for Turkey Day yet?? 

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Ruffles for Days

Top: c/o Romwe // Jeans: Loft // Sandals: c/o Palm Beach Sandals // Clutch: Sophie and Trey (similar) // Necklace: Kendra Scott (color is cobalt) // Watch: Randy Jackson (similar) // Bangle: Kate Spade // Ring: HSN (similar)

If you've been reading this blog for any length of time than my love for stripes and ruffles is absolutely not a secret! So my delight was off the charts when I came across this top from Romwe that combines both in the most darling top; I could hardly believe it when it clocked in at under $20! Talk about a #StealAndDeal! Since we are only just beginning to get some of the fall feels here, I added {my absolute favorite} jeans and my trusty gold sandals to keep it comfortable, but how cute would this look be tucked into booties in another month?! 

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Trend Spin Link Up: Fall Boots

I'm so excited today because I've paired up with my friends Laura & Erin to guest host today's "Trend Spin Link Up!" Today we're all styling our fall boots, so link up (at the end of this post) and share your look with us!

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