Hello, Friday! I am so ready for some days off and down time. Oh wait, I've got the {One Room Challenge} to complete!!! I'm not gonna lie, I'm a little nervous about finishing this weekend...especially since I'm still waiting on some deliveries! But either way, I've already got a pretty fabulous new room. So there's that.
Last weekend I was able to crash a blogger conference that happened to be in my own backyard. It's always fun to get together with other people that love blogging as much as I do...and this was a full weekend of it! Not to mention, many of the girls have become some of my closest friends over the years, so it was basically a big, stylish, girls weekend, full of geeky blog talk. And lots of wine.
I had a lot of fun creating outfits for all the events, and thought I'd share them with you. Many are perfect for the upcoming wedding and shower season, along with date nights and parties. (See past Packing Tips posts here.)
{Cocktail Party by the Pool | Evening}
Jean Jacket | White Eyelet Dress | Statement Necklace | Strappy Sandals
I swapped the sandals for pink heels to dress it up a bit, before heading out with Megan.
{Ladies Lunch | Daytime}
Dress worn as a top (see the full dress here) | Skirt
Clutch (similar) | Pink Heels (similar)
{Meetings & Sessions | Daytime}
Striped Dress | Crystal Necklace | Floral Heels | Pink Clutch (similar)
Blue Heels (similar) | Aztec Clutch (similar)
I posted that pic on InstaGram and asked for opinions on blue or pink...I went with blue! But mostly because I'd worn the pink heels the night before. ;) I've got a full outfit post planned on these combos...so more later.
Striped Dress | Crystal Necklace | Blue Heels (similar)
Aztec Clutch (similar) | Watch | Stud Bracelet | Earrings
{Garden Party Happy Hour | Evening}
Exposed Zipper Full Skirt | Swing Tank (one of my fave tops, I have it in several colors!)
Necklace (similar) | Zebra Heels | Aztec Clutch (similar) | Floral Heels | Pink Clutch (similar)
Since I had the luxury of driving, I didn't need to follow my tips for packing light, and threw in extra outfit and shoe options. I was especially glad for the shoes so I could choose comfier ones when my feet gave out!
These pics were at the end of a late, rain-soaked night...but it didn't dampen my affinity for my new skirt. Have you ever shopped SheInside? This was my first time...and while it took almost three weeks for my order to arrive, I was pretty darn impressed considering the prices.
Swing Tank | Lace Bralette | Skirt | Zebra/Teal Heels
Aztec Clutch (similar) | Leopard Cuff
{Lunch on the Patio | Daytime}
Racerback Pink Dress | White Jacket (similar) | Turquoise Necklace
Floral Heels | Strappy Sandals
Clearly this dress is a favorite of mine, you've seen me wear it here and here...no matter the occasion, it never lets me down. The arm holes are a bit low on me (me=no boobs), so I wear a colorful bandeau, or a lacy bralette.
Racerback Pink Dress | Black Lace Bralette | Necklace
Striped Bag | Elephant Bag Charm | Mirror Sunglasses | Strappy Sandals
{Casual Dinner & Drinks | Evening}
Distressed White Jeans | Crochet Sleeve Top | Tassel Necklace
Turquoise Necklace | Leopard Cuff | Strappy Sandals
{Finale Party | Evening}
Floral Cut-Out Dress | Nude Sandals | Aqua Heels (similar)
White Clutch (similar)
The finale party was held on the Margaret Hill Hunt bridge on a gorgeous Texas night...Big D was really showing off for us! I'll show you more of this dress soon, too.
Carly, Ashley, Megan
{Coffee Date | Travel Day}
Chambray Popover Top | Pink Graphic Shorts (similar)
Tassel Necklace | Strappy Sandals
It was such a blast to get away with such creative, talented and fun ladies, and share a little bit of my city with them.
My hilarious roomies, Megan, Sheaffer, & Carly
Carly, Ashley, Natalie, Caycee, Courtney, Megan
Caycee, Natalie, Megan
Courtney, Ashley, Megan, Carly
Oh, and my very favorite cognac bag with the zippers (seen here) is finally back in stock! It's one of my most-asked about items...so if you've been waiting, now's your chance!
** And one last thing...Somehow I ended up a **
Top 25 Finalist in Redbook Magazine's Real Style Awards!
WHAT THE WHAT?!
I'm pretty much freaking the freak out. I'm not sure how it happened, but I'm beyond thrilled and flattered to be among those other beautiful women with amazing style.
I'd love if you clicked over and voted for me! Like everyday. #kiddingnotkidding
You don't have to sign up or log in...just scroll down, open my picture and click it!
The winner has a chance of being on the September cover. Can you even?!
Click here to vote...and happy weekend, lovebugs!