Paisley Prints

I was traveling solo for 10 days last week and did something I've never done before - set up a tripod in a park and took outfit photos by myself! I felt totally silly (I'm usually in the privacy of my room) but wanted to capture the moment. It was a beautiful day, I was shopping in this cute little town called Seaside, and I was loving the combo of this new baby blue bubble necklace with my new paisley top. Would you wear a paisley print?

Top: LOFT, $35 (sweater version, dress version)
​Shorts: Gap, $35 (similar, similar)
​Necklace: Ily Couture c/o (claim the offer on my FB page to get it for $16!)
​Purse: Calvin Klein/Saks Off Fifth, $130 (similar, similar)
​Sandals: Dolce Vita c/o DNA Footwear, $65
​Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
​Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3, 4

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​Chico's  /  Romeo & Juliet Couture  /  Limited
​Victoria's Secret  /  Quiksilver  /  Charter Club
​Ralph Lauren  /   Ralph Lauren  /  Allison Daley

Bow Pumps

I have been drooling over this Lilly Pulitzer dress, but not the $228 price tag. That's why I was over the moon when I found this version at Forever 21 for only $25. I wore it yesterday for Wine, Women & Shoes and it fit the girlie dress code perfectly.  Bow pumps finished off the look, and I'm still loving this trend so I shared some shopping finds below! Would you wear bow pumps?

Dress: Forever 21, $25
​Necklace: My Stella & Dot, $118
​Purse: Calvin Klein/Saks Off Fifth, $130 (similar, similar)
​Shoes: Lauren Conrad c/o Kohl's, ​$25
​Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
​Bracelets: Banana Republic $10, My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3, 4

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​Steve Madden  /  Kelsi Dagger  /  Penny Sue
​Ellen Tracy  /  Forever 21  /  Dorothy Perkins
​Nine West  /  Dorothy Perkins  /  Nina

With fellow Orlando fashion blogger Danielle, and photo-bombing "Shoe Guys"

Behind the Scenes Video: Daytime

Check out the second installment of my new reality-type video series! I take you behind the scenes while I travel to Tampa and shoot four segments on national morning show Daytime. Hope you enjoy this little peek into my daily life! ​

The Video Shoot

I wore this outfit on Tuesday for a VISIT FLORIDA video shoot in Destin! I wound up wearing nude and dark wood wedges for comfort, but I like the clean slate of the nude pumps and sandals in the pictures above even better. How would you wear this look?

Shirt: LOFT, $25 (similar, similar, similar)
 Jeans: Forever 21, $16
Necklace: My Stella & Dot, $118
Clutch: Charisma Boutique c/o, old
Pumps: Enzo Angiolini/Piperlime, $32 (similar, similar, similar)
 Sandals: Dolce Vita Archer Flat Sandal c/o DNA Footwear, $65
Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
 Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

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Imoshion  /  J.Crew Factory  /  Vince Camuto
 Style & Co.   /  Aldo  /  J.Crew Factory
 Rebecca Minkoff  /  Rebecca Minkoff  /  Botkier

​My outfit in action

Bubble Necklace Coupon

​Inspiration: Sophie Theallet

Exciting news - I've partnered with Ily Couture to do another coupon for $16 bubble necklaces! (Details below.) Today I'm wearing the wine colored version in a funky color combo I've never tried before. Lavender is one of my favorites and I loved the idea of pairing it with burgundy and mustard, although I think I like the slightly more reddish tint in the inspiration photo even better. Would you wear today's color combo?

Cardigan: H&M, $18 (similar, similar)
​Tunic: Red Dress Boutique c/o, $39 old (similar, similar, similar)
​Skirt: Victoria's Secret c/o MJR Sales, old (similar)
​Necklace: Page 6 Boutique c/o, old (similar)
​Earrings: My Stella & Dot, $34
​Shoes: Nine West c/o, $​62 (similar, similar)
​Rings: My Stella & Dot 1,  2
​Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

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​Via Instagram

Check out my Facebook page for $16 bubble necklaces from Ily Couture! They are usually $49, come in two sizes and more than 40 colors. Look for the image below on Facebook to claim your coupon!

Seen In Stores

​Inspiration: Snapped with my phone at J.Crew

I snapped today's inspiration photo with my phone. I didn't have the pieces in my closet at the time, but saved the idea just in case. Months later I re-created the look with my own clothes and now I hope to pass it along to you so you can try it at home too. :-) Would you wear today's look?
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​Blazer: Banana Republic, $69 (similar, cheaper)
​Shirt: Limited, $31 (similar, similar)
​Jeans: Hudson/Filene's Basement, $75 (similar)
​Belt: Urban Outfitters, $20 (similar, similar)
​Shoes: Banana Republic, $60 (similar, cheaper)
​Necklace: Banana Republic, $20 (similar, similar)
​Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
​Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

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Forever 21 new arrivals I'm loving!
​​Top  /  Top  /  Top 
​Swim  /  Swim  /  Top
​Jacket  /  Top  /  Top

Mint & Leopard

​Inspiration: Spiegel

Mint and leopard is quickly becoming my favorite combination! I've worn mint jeans plus a leopard belt, and a leopard top with mint jeans (see here), so a mint top and leopard skirt seemed like the logical next step. The heels version works for a formal dinner, and the flats make it more daytime appropriate (take it a step further by removing the necklace). Is mint + leopard a combo you've tried?

Top: Express, $25
​Skirt: Style by Marina c/o (similar, similar, similar)​
​Necklace: My Stella & Dot, $198
​Heels: Colin Stuart c/o MJR Sales, $27 (similar, similar)
Flats: Me Too/Marshall's, $28 (similar)
Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
​Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3, 4

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ASOS  /  Express  /  Limited
​Loehmann's  /  Anthropologie  /  Max Studio
​Target  /  Calvin Klein  /  Banana Republic

Dark Chambray

​Inspiration: Charlotte Russe

This floral skirt is like heaven - fluffy and full of tulle. And the dark chambray shirt (I also own a lighter version) is quickly becoming a staple. It dresses down the skirt so it feels just as appropriate during the day as it does at night. I would wear it with flats for a picnic, and with heels for dinner. Where would you wear this look?

Top: Mudd c/o Kohl's, $24
​Skirt: Conversation Pieces c/o, $36 (enter the $100 giveaway here!)
​Necklace: Ily Couture c/o (see the coupon on my Facebook page here!)
​Pumps: Enzo Angiolini/Piperlime, $32 (similar, similar, similar)
​​Sandals: Dolce Vita c/o DNA Footwear, $65
​Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
​Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3, 4​

​Forever 21  /  C. Wonder  /  Forever 21
​Forever 21  /  Madewell  /  Amazon
​Dillard's  /  Nordstrom  /  Jessica Simpson

My April Budget

Here's what I bought with my budget for the month of April! Items on my wish list included a canary yellow top, a neon orange top, and baby blue jeans. The rest of the items were fun things that caught my eye for a good price. Below are my top picks for May. I haven't been shopping in weeks and can't wait to check these items out in person! What colors or styles are on your wish list for May?

​1. Old Navy top, $25
​2. ​LOFT top, $25 (similar, similar, similar)
​3. LOFT top, $35
​4. Francesca's skirt, $40 (similar)
​5. Old Navy dress, $25
​6. Forever 21 jeans, $16
​7. Limited top, $18
​8. H&M belt, $5 (similar, similar)
​9. Old Navy top, $15
​10. Express tie dye tee, $10 (not pictured)

Total = $214
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​See "How to Set a Clothing Budget" for more info.

LOFT  /  Banana  /  ​Forever 21
​Express  /  Banana  /  LOFT
​LOFT   /  Limited  /  Limited

Gap  /  Gap  /  ​Gap
​Gap  /  LOFT  /  Express
​Gap  /  Banana  /  AE  /  AE

ps.  Here are some coupons!
​Banana Republic - 30% off with BRMOMDAY
​Gap - 30% off with GAP30
​Old Navy - 20% off with ONLADIES20
​Limited - 40% off with MAY40
​Express - $25 off $100 with 1340
​Stella & Dot - $20 off $100 taken automatically
​ALDO - 15% off with MDAY13
​Dorothy Perkins - 20% off with DPFWE
​BCBG - 20% off gifts with MOTHER

Neon & Lavender

Inspiration: Need Supply Co.​

It's hard tell from the photo, but this shirt is super neon, almost glow in the dark. It's even harder to tell on the Old Navy website (I'm wearing the "Finding Neon" color), so you are just going to have to trust me on this one! I love pairing bright colors with lavender (similar outfit last summer here), and I like this look for a hot summer night out. Would you wear neon and lavender? 

Top: Old Navy, $15
​Jeans: Rewind c/o Kohl's, $25 (similar, similar, similar)
​Necklace: Shop Ethereal c/o, $25
​Clutch: Ann Taylor, $30 (similar)
​Shoes: Flirt Catalog c/o, $25 (similar, similar, similar)
​​Earrings: My Stella & Dot, $34
​​Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
​Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3, 4

Express  /  ​JcPenney  /  Gap
​Gap  /  Splendid /  Express
​JcPenney  /  Nordstrom  /  Mango
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$100 Conversation Pieces Giveaway! [Now Closed]

Today's post is all about the shirt - the Perfect Shirt, that is! Brought to you by Conversation Pieces, I'm showing you six ways to wear three different colors of the Perfect Shirt. It looks great with everything from denim shorts to a pencil skirt.
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​Why shop Conversation Pieces? Audrey, the owner, provides some of the highest level of customer service I've ever seen. She thinks of her store as an old fashion grocer's store; the kind where you went as a little girl with your mom, and the grocer takes his time to get to know you and genuinely helps you find something you really need.  No rushing, or hard sell, just taking the pleasure to assist from the bottom of her heart. Conversation Pieces has been around for 10 years and Audrey has many unique friendships with her customers, and I am honored to have had the pleasure of getting to know her myself over the past year!
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​Aside from all the Perfect Shirt fun, we are also giving away a $100 gift card to one lucky reader! And everyone gets free shipping with code JSHIP. To enter:

1. Follow Conversation Pieces on Facebook and Pinterest.
​2. Leave a comment on this post with a link to your favorite Conversation Pieces item.

We will choose a winner at random on 5/17. Good luck!

This is a sponsored post. All opinions are my own. Thanks for reading!​

Congratulations to our winner! ​​

Skirting the Issue

Inspiration: LOFT

I haven't had a chance to wear this floral skirt out and about yet, but when I do, it's going to epic (or just a lot of fun). I'm in love with the print, it has pockets, pleats that add a little spring in your step, and I plan to pair it with my favorite shirt as shown (this is my third outfit with the top in two weeks). Would you wear a pleated floral skirt?

Top: Moda c/o MJR Sales, $22 (similar, similar)
​Skirt: Lily and Violet c/o, $81
​Shoes: Enzo Angiolini/Piperlime, $32 (similar, similar, similar)
Earrings: My Stella & Dot, $34
​Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
​Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3, 4

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Ann Taylor  /  Limited  /  ASOS
Rafaella  /  ​Target  /  LOFT
​Forever 21  /  Vince Camuto  /  JcPenney​

​ps. I'm honored to be the "Shoe Judge" at this year's Wine, Women & Shoes fundraiser in Orlando next Saturday, May 18th. Go here to buy tickets and support Second Harvest Food Bank! It's a really fun event, I hope to see you there! :-)

Blush Ruffles

Inspiration: Harper's Bazaar​

Anything ​ballet-inspired or with blush ruffles and I'm sold. I scored this top a couple years ago and it's still a favorite. I haven't worn it in awhile, so was thankful for an inspiration photo that sparked an idea to wear it with white jeans and two-tone heels!  Are blush ruffles your style?

Shirt: TJ Maxx, $17
​Jeans: Gap, $30 (similar, similar)
​Shoes: Colin Stuart c/o MJR Sales, $24 (similar, similar, similar)
​Purse: Michael Kors, gift
​Earrings: My Stella & Dot, $34
​​Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
​​Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3, 4

Shopbop  /  ​Target  /  Dorothy Perkins
​Forever 21  /  Charlotte Russe  /  Sweet Pea
​Forever 21  /  Lord & Taylor  /  Jennifer Lopez

Canary Yellow

Inspiration: Zarna

Say hello to my new favorite shirt! I love adding new colors to my closet, and this is my first-ever canary yellow purchase. I can already tell I'm going to be wearing it to death this summer. My first attempt is a super-colorful look with flats that I would wear to run errands, and a second version with more of a boho vibe. Which look is your favorite? Would you wear canary yellow?

Shirt: LOFT, $​25 (similar, similar, similar)
Skirt: LOFT, $​30 (similar, similar)
​Belt: Old Navy, $13 (similar)
​Necklace: Francesca's c/o, $34
​Shoes: Dolce Vita c/o DNA Footwear, $65

Shirt: LOFT, $$​25 (similar, similar, similar)
​Shorts: ​Rewind c/o Kohl's, $12 (similar, similar) 
​Belt: H&M, $18
​Necklace: Sarah Aghili c/o, $8 (take 20% off with code JsEveryday)
​Shoes: Nine West/DSW, $60 (similar)
​Purse: Karen Millen, gift (similar)

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​Piperlime  /  Kendra Scott  /  Banana Republic
​Z Designs  /  JcPenney  /  eDressMe  /  J. Crew Factory​
​J.Crew  /  Banana Republic

Mixing Stripes

​Inspiration: Club Monaco

This catalog photo sparked an idea - why not wear my striped pencil skirt with a striped top? I love mixing stripes, and using two that are different scales - one thick, the other very thin - is an easy way to do it. Have you tried mixing stripes yet? 

Top: Limited, $25 (similar, similar, similar)
​Skirt: Limited, $25 (similar, similar, similar)
​Necklace: My Stella & Dot, $198
​Shoes: Nine West c/o, $62 (similar, similar)
​​Purse: Emma Fox c/o Ross, $60 (same style)
​​Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
​Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3, 4

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Banana  /  Dillard's  /  BaubleBar
​My Stella & Dot  /  Bloomingdale's  /  Piperlime
​Banana /  ASOS  /  My Stella & Dot

Today's Everyday Fashion: Python Print

Inspiration: People

Last year I paired this top with basic black for a night out (here). This year I got a little more bold and paired the same top with bright yellow a la my inspiration picture! I would wear the jeans and heels version for dinner, and the shorts version is fun for errands here in Florida. Would you wear python print?

ps. I'm switching to my new website later today and moving off Blogger (yay!). Fingers crossed the transition is smooth with no bumps. If I disappear for a few moments I promise I'll be back soon. :-)

Shirt: Victoria's Secret c/o MJR Sales, $20
Jeans: Limited, $15 (similar, similar)
Shorts: Gap, $35 (similar, similar)
Necklace: My Stella & Dot, $89
Purse: Michael Kors, gift
Heels: Victoria's Secret c/o MJR Sales, $27 (similar, similar)
Flats: Dolce Vita c/o NM Last Call, $63 (same)
Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3, 4

Macy's  /  Pink Mascara  /  Piperlime  /  Jones New York Michael Kors  /  Revolve  /  Jessica Simpson Neiman Marcus  /  Jones New York  /  Lucky Brand

Today's Everyday Fashion: Mirrored Prints

Inspiration: WhoWhatWear

Mirror prints were a favorite of mine last summer and this year I think I love them even more. I wore this top with a hot pink skirt last year (here) and I plan to wear today's version for an upcoming night out. I'm digging mirror prints so much that I'm considering adding another piece to my closet - narrowing down the list of cute options below is going to be the hardest part! Are you a fan of mirrored prints? 

Shirt: H&M, $25
Jeans: H&M, $32 (similar)
Necklaces: H&M $5 (similar), Limited $20 (similar)
Shoes: Flirt Catalog c/o $25 (similar, similar, similar)
Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3, 4

Dillard's  /  Arden B  /  Dillard's JcPenney  /  JcPenney  /  ASOS  /  JcPenney Dillard's  /  Macy's  /  Zappos  /  Arden B

Today's Everyday Fashion: Crochet Tops

Inspiration: People

I'm a huge fan of bright colors, but when I do go neutral, I love picking pieces with fun textures like lace and crochet. I first wore this top with distressed denim (here), and was excited to try it with a white blazer, baby blue skinnies and black pumps based on my celebrity inspiration photo. A simple combo, but I never would've thought to put it together! Are crochet tops a trend you will be trying? 

Blazer: Victoria's Secret c/o MJR Sales, $35 (similar, similar)

Shirt: Lily and Violet c/o, $65

Jeans: Forever 21, $16

Shoes: Colin Stuart c/o MJR Sales, $24 (similar)

Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2
Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3, 4

Alloy  /  Forever 21  /  Nordstrom Express  /  LOFT  /  ASOS  /  Charlotte Russe Alloy  /  Forever 21  /  Urban Outfitters

Today's Everyday Fashion: #ALDOCheckYourHedge

Similar top / Similar pants / Purse / Wedges

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Cardigan / Jeans / Wedges

Similar blazer / Similar top / Similar jeans / Wedges

I had the hardest time deciding which pair of ALDO shoes to get with my gift card! I so appreciated everyone's votes [in this post]; it was a tough call between the ones I'm wearing and the three pairs below. The wedges below were awesome but a little too high of a heel for me, and the other two were SO fabulous on, but I ultimately decided to go with a more neutral wedge. The color goes with just about anything, and are comfy enough for errands and fun enough for a night out, making them the ultimate versatile shoe. I'm illustrating today how they work with an edgy look, feminine pastels, and a preppy nautical look. Which outfit is your favorite?

ps. Stay tuned for a giveaway this week. I'm giving away a gift card from ALDO, and I'm also giving away the shoes I'm wearing in this post! :-)

Wedge  /  Sandals  /  Heels

This post is sponsored by ALDO Shoes. Thanks for reading!

Today's Everyday Fashion: Cherries

Inspiration: Pinterest

Mint + cherry red = I'm loving this fun, retro combination! I used an old shirt to capture the same vibe as my inspiration photo, since I didn't have any actual cherries in my closet. I found some more literal prints in my online search, below, and think they are adorable though. Would you wear a cherry print?

Cardigan: H&M, $18 (similar, similar)

Shirt: Forever 21, $18

Jeans: Gap c/o (similar, similar, similar)

Belt: Forever 21, $5 (similar, similar)

Shoes: Express c/o, $30 (similar, similar)

Rings: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3
Bracelets: My Stella & Dot 1, 2, 3, 4

Forever 21  /  Lauren Conrad  /  ModCloth  /  Shoptiques Dillard's  /  ModCloth  /  Dillard's Swarovski  /  C. Wonder  /  PJ Salvage  /  ModCloth