Cold shoulder, twists, and a link up

Hi everyone. I'm excited because today I'm doing something different. If you follow me, then you know that obviously I did something different with my hair. I rarely ever style it but in it's regular cut, but I decided to go a little boho and pull the "bangs" back in some twists.

But that's not all that's different. Today I'm cohosting Jersey Girl Texan Heart's link up! I've decided to step out and do something a little different with the blog. I do hope you will go visit Monica and follow her on her social channels. She is the sweetest girl with the cutest, most fun sense of style. She has always left me the most encouraging comments, and I love following her blog. I'm honored to be cohosting with her today. Be sure to link up below.

As for the hair, it's quite simple to do. Grab a small section of "bangs" or hair in the front on each side and twist them towards the back. Meet each twist in the middle at the crown and secure with a clear tiny rubber band.  Done.  Head out and have some fun.

Blouse- Cato  option   option  option

pants- JCrew Factory (old)  option  option  option

shoes- Payless  option  option  option

necklace- JCPenney  option  option

earrings- Cato  option  option

clutch - Nordstrom option  option  splurge

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Striped swing dress

Today we are talking about the swing dress. Easy one piece dressing for a hot summer day. I wasn't sure if this style would work for me. I tried the Old Navy dress and it didn't work. Then I found this one at JCP. Sold. (BTW, it comes in four colors and it's on sale for $19.99!)

 

 

I'm so glad I didn't give up after trying on the Old Navy dress. I'm not bashing that dress by no means. I've seen it on others and it looks great, but it didn't work for me. I think that this one is a little heavier knit and hangs better for me. And I love the top- ample coverage.

 

Okay, it is a swing dress, so I had to get some pictures twirling and making the bottom flare. Ya'll ready for this?

So as not to leave you with a scarred memory, here's one more normal shot.

I decided to add pops of pink in my accessories but this dress is basically a blank slate and anything would go.

Dress- JCPenney  option  option  option

shoes- Payless (old)  option  option   option

necklace- Poshmark  option  option

earrings- online boutique  option  option

Hope you are having a great week! Did you see my round up of tassel trimmed items? I need some of those accessories to wear with this dress.

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The white blazer

Blazer- Lord and Taylor  option  option  option

pants- Loft

blouse- JCP (old)  option  option  option

shoes- Payless  option  option

earrings- JCP  option  option

 

The white blazer... It can be worn year round if you wish, but it does so much to lighten up an otherwise dark work outfit for the summer. White just says "summer" and I've been into everything white this season, on and off duty.

 

It's going to be a busy week, so I'll keep this short and sweet. I've got lots to do.

 

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The tassel is worth the hassel- Saturday shopping

 

That quote refers to graduation and we had our whirlwind of that last month with my nephew and some friends. But the tassels we are talking about today aren't a hassle at all. They are so much fun and totally on trend right now. Last week we looked at pom poms, and this week I've rounded up an assortment of tassel trimmed items for your shopping fun.

 

Visit Purple Peridot for more tassel fun. I'm in love with this necklace  and these bracelets.


Happy Shopping!

Red chambray

Now here's something I don't see much of- red chambray. I saw this skirt Memorial Day weekend in the Loft outlet store. It was 50% off and I fell in love. Of course I got the blue one too, but red- oh my! I have a love/hate relationship with red, but this washed out shade is perfect for summer. And the skirt sells itself regardless of color. Easy pull on, elastic waist, and pockets! Full to hide the not-so-summer ready body and breezy for air flow. Perfect.

The hubby and I rarely go out to eat "just because" anymore. We limit our meals out to after church on Sunday and/or other times when we are out and just won't have time to cook. However, we went out to eat a couple of weeks ago "just because". I wore this outfit. I thought it made a cute little date night outfit. I wore the white denim jacket because I knew it would be cold indoors. But if I had to hang out outside much, the jacket would have to come off, so I'm being brave and showing you a shot of the outfit without the jacket.

The top was a purchase I made last year and was seen here.

Skirt- Loft outlet  option  option

Top- TJMaxx  option  option

jacket- Old Navy  option  option

sandals- Payless  option  option

earrings- Cato  option  option

 bracelet- Forever21 option  option
 

 I can't find an exact match for the skirt or top, so I tried to link up some similar items in the same cut and style. While I was looking, I found this tassel trimmed skirt. How cute is that? This is pretty much the same skirt but in a print.

Have a great weekend!

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Are we there yet?

Blazer- Belk (old)  option  option  option

pants - Belk  option  option

top- old  option   option   option

pendant-old  option

earrings- JCP (old)  option  option

shoes- TJMaxx  option option

 

Are we there yet? Is it Friday? Almost... That's how I'm feeling about now. 

 

 It seems like everything in this outfit is old. Old but worn in a new way. And I apparently like wearing these shoes with these pants? Do you have pieces like that? You always wear the same shoes, or same accessories, or same whatever? Even if you change something else up?

 

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