#StyleMeNovember (Days 26-30)

Day 26 - Sporty Chic

This whole day was spent in the hospital with my new nephew. I wore my dad's old Ralph Lauren sweater and my favorite LOFT skinny jeans. Wet hair + no make-up completed this look, maybe nailed the sporty part, but lacking in chic. Didn't care really because look at that baby!

Day 27 - Grateful for this Feature

This day was spent with my family at my sister's house. Taking turns holding the baby and watching football. Grateful for time with my family!!

Day 28 - Scarf Smitten

This is the picture I posted on Instagram. Its from Accessory Jane. Its been in pre-sale for a while, but now that I'm getting around to posting this, its for sale! This scarf is all over the internet sold by so many, but for only $28, I think its a deal!!

Day 29 - Graceful in Grey 

Spent the day with my Daddy! We ate at our favorite breakfast place, Grits and Grocery. Its southern food with a New Orleans twist. Their praline bacon....ah-mazing! We then visited our family cemetery to spend a little time with Big Buddy. I miss him so very much. But how cute is this little church?

Day 30 - Instagram Crush 

I would have to say Hilary Rushford! She is the one who created this #stylemechallenge and I love her feed. Plus she's a stylist, entrepreneur, and a blogger. Pretty much who I aspire to be. 

#StyleMeNovember (Day 25)

Day 25: Girls in Pearls

I honestly don't remember what I was wearing at the beginning of the day. Work felt almost like a Friday because we were working all day Tuesday and then a half day Wednesday. Although I had just been home that weekend, I couldn't wait to spend Wednesday - Sunday at home and we were still waiting on my nephew to be born!

 I got the call at lunch that Baby Lyle was on his way!! My boss told me I could take my half day Wednesday off! (Praise the Lord for understanding bosses) 

After work I dashed home to throw everything in my car that I might need for the next several days. 

"I CAN'T KEEP CALM, I'M GOING TO BE AN AUNT"

I told my roommates I was just going to point to my shirt if a cop pulled me over. Around 3pm my sister told us that the doctor gave her about 6 hours. I had 2.5 hours left of work, a commute to my house, pack my car, get gas & food, and a 3 hour drive to the hospital. I desperately wanted the baby to wait on me, but told myself not to be too disappointed if I was a little late to the arrival. 

In love with my nephew! 

I got to the hospital around 9:25, gathered my bags for the night, and made it upstairs a little after 9:30. I told everyone hello, snapped the selfie above, and then went to see my sister. Lyle was born at 9:51pm - I MADE IT!! Praise the Lord for His timing! 

What I Wore: My NYDJ leggings, Aunt shirt, cardigan from Target, Scarf from Francesca's, and flats from Payless. And my pearl earrings to complete this southern girl's look.

#StyleMeNovember (Days 22-24)

Day 22: All About Eyes

We had Thanksgiving with Momma's family this day. In the past few years my family has gotten more into skeet shooting. I am actually a pretty good shot, and you need your eyes for that so here are some skeet pictures. 

The Guys

Me & The Guys

Little Brother - Cameron, Older Sister - Amanda, and Big Brother - Clarke

But here are a few of my favorite eye products!

{most are Clinique!}

I use mostly Clinique because it works. The eyeshadows don't crease when used alone, but I try to use a touch base for eyes as well. It is a foundation for your eyes. I also color my eyebrows. Full post on my beauty routine coming soon! 

Day 23: Boots Made for Walking

I tend to not pay a lot for my shoes because I love shoes. I would rather have shoes for just about any outfit than to wear an outfit with shoes that just 'go' because I only have a few pairs. Does that make sense? Payless tends to be my place of choice to buy shoes, but I also check department store sale racks. These boots have been worn down to the nail, and will permanently become my field/shooting boots after I get new everyday boots. 

I'm really picky about my boots, so it is taking me a while to find a new pair. And I know this next pair may need to be a more quality pair. 

Day 24: Put a Belt on It

I own one belt. And I use it out of necessity and not out of decoration. I think back on when wearing big bulky belts at the waist was totally in (in middle/early high school) and I cringe. So I basically only wear a belt when necessary with jeans, or sometimes with a dress. 

This was what I wore on Day 12, and the belt was borrowed from J. 

**All photos are edited with Instagram & Squaready :-)

#StyleMeNovember (Days 19-21)

Day 19: Pattern Play

Top: Some random TJMaxx brand from 2 years ago.

Skirt & Tights: LOFT 

Flats: Payless 

Day 20: Denim Dame 

Shirt: Westbound ladies' brand from Dillard's 

(similar, but totally use what you have!)

Pants: CP Jeans from Dillard's Junior Department 

(check your local Dillard's - new colors all the time!)

Scarf: Forever 21 I think. 

(here's one from Charlotte Russe that I love, and its only $9.99!)

Day 21: Purple Reign

Earrings: Target 

I can't find these because I got them on sale. 

I haven't bought anything from these two websites, but I intend to when I start buying for myself again. 

BaubleBar

Accessory Jane (I'm buying some Christmas Gifts from Liz!)

#StyleMeNovember Challenge (Days 16-18)

Day 16: Makes Me Feel Lady Like

Wearing baby pink in the fall still makes me feel all girly, and lady-like.

Sweater: WhiteHouse BlackMarket

Top: Gianni Bini (long sleeve top, similar color - Gianni Bini) 

Leggings: E.C.I (similar)

Day 17: Blue Moon

(this is a horrible photo, I apologize)

Navy Sweater Dress: LOFT (similar - multiple colors, and on sale!)

Day 18: Colorful Gams 

I am soo sad that LOFT doesn't carry these "Color Pop Skinny" pants anymore. I should have bought them in every color when I had the chance. But who knows that 2 years later they would still be a favorite pair? So I had lost a little bit of weight right after college and these were the first pair of pants I had ever remember buying that were under a size 8 (when I graduated college I was wearing 10s and 12s at LOFT, and these are a 6!)

 They hit perfectly at the ankle to wear with flats or heels. LOFT please bring them back!! 

See zero results. So sad. 

Also, I just bought those Nine West heels from TJ Maxx & had to change out of them at lunch. They were killing my toes! Guess I just need to keep breaking them in. But aren't they super cute! I've been wanting some pointed toe heels and flats, and I just love the look of these. They aren't listed on the TJMaxx website, so check your local stores! 

#StyleMeNovember Challenge (Days 13-15)

Day 13: School Girl Prep

A Tee, a cardigan, and a statement necklace...always a good idea

All from older LOFT (thats the problem with "Shopping Your Closet", its older stuff) 

This Cuffed Cotton Tee is the perfect update to the basic T-Shirt 

The new Relaxed Cardigan has the same neckline as mine, but cute little pockets on front! 

(ON SALE NOW!)

I can't find a similar necklace. 

Day 14: What's in Your Bag

This will be a post all its own, but here are my two current go-to bags! 

My Michael Kors Hamilton (color: Luggage) & Jessica Simpson handbags are my classic staple bags. You can see them in other posts here & here. 

Day 15: Oversized Chic

Its Saturday in Athens! 

Y'all Saturday was cold, cold, cold! These were the same NYDJ I wore in Kentucky just last weekend. My legs weren't cold at all last weekend. Granted the KY game was at noon and this game was at 7:15, but I thought these would still keep me warm. 

Two blankets & 3 jackets later we moved our tailgate inside. 

Those boots, also, not warm. My toes, even in double layers of socks, were frozen. 

I love this oversized sweater from WhiteHouse BlackMarket that, if I remember correctly, was given to me years and years ago by my Granddaddy. Good taste, right? It did have a fur collar but I removed it. 

Friday Favorites: Videos!

"I'm all about that Baste, 'bout that Baste, more Butter"

This family has made several parody videos that have gone viral. This is a good one! 

Happy Thanksgiving! 

Taylor Swift Lip-Syncs Her Own Song!

Do you 'act out' or 'role play' while singing to songs on the radio? I definitely do, and so does TSwift! 

Here's the Actual Music Video for "Blank Space" and its amazing. 

Seriously, #BlackSpaceExperience is a real thing. 

Happy Friday! 

Woman Crush Wednesday

I didn't think I'd ever do a post with that as the title, but today is the perfect day for me to brag a little on one of my role models. Many years ago this lady was just a little over a year old when she became a big sister for the first time. She was already a little sister herself, but now she was the big sister. She never really cared for baby dolls and make believe, all about reality (didn't mean to make that rhyme).  

(Easter)

(quality family vacation)

Through high school she was the over-all best athlete, class president, and valedictorian, and she made her little sister proud. 

In 2006 she became a college cheerleader and made her little sister prouder.  An athlete and an athletic training major was too hard for many people to even be allowed to do, but 4 years later she graduated and was headed off to grad school. And her little sister was proud. 

During her time in grad school she got engaged! Her little sister couldn't have been more excited. 

(engagement party)

(I made her take this with me, haha) 

Three years ago, today, November 19th, she got married. And her little sister was the proudest she'd ever been. Seriously, she and her husband may want to re-live that day, but her little sister would do it all over again, too! (and their Mom!) 

(the day we got her dress! - Say Yes to the Dress Atlanta!)

(Wedding Day!! credit: Van Sullivan Photography)

She finished grad school, passed her boards, and took a job offer close to home. The little sister was thrilled. Years of being hours apart were over. 

This past April she told her little sister that she would soon be an aunt. Her little sister cried; she was way too excited. Over the summer she told her little sister that she was going to have a niece! Wait, no, a nephew!! 

(It's a Girl! No, its a Boy!!)

As this lady and her husband celebrate 3 years of marriage, they will be welcoming a son at any moment. Her little sister couldn't be excited and proud to watch her big sister become a mom. 

(at their best friends' wedding)

(best friends married best friends!)
 **also these 4 should be models or something**

Most have probably figured out by now that I'm talking about the most self-less person I know. My big sister, Amanda. Being her real life baby doll wasn't always 'fair' but I was always (and still am) well taken care of by her. 

(still one of my favorites) 

Moo & Austin, I can't wait to meet your little one! (who knows he could be here as soon as I post this). But I couldn't be more proud of y'all than I am. Love y'all so much!! 

-Little Sister, Oop. 

#StyleMeNovember Challenge (Days 10-12)

Day 10: Queen of Hearts 

For a girl born on Valentine's Day, one would think I would have a lot of 'heart' stuff, but I don't. So I drank my coffee all day from my birthday mug! But here is also what I wore on Monday :-) 

Shirt & Top Both from LOFT

This was also the day I finally got Southern Weddings Volume 7! How pretty is that cover! [Hint: the inside is just as gorgeous - you should go buy one :-)]

Day 11: Something Shimmers 

I was a little worried I'd look too much like I was ready for the holiday season, but the roomie J convinced me it was too holiday-y yet. 

Skirt: Gianni Bini 

Sweater: LOFT (way old)

Tights: LOFT (see previous post) 

Day 12: Sealed with a Kiss 

This one made me a little uncomfortable. I've had braces 3x and jaw surgery, so I'm a little self-concious about my teeth. But once I was through all of the braces' mess, I wanted to experiment with bolder lip colors. My spring/summer color is Clinique "Baby Buff" I've been wearing it off & on since the day I started wearing make-up the summer before my freshman year of high school. This color is Clinique's "Pink Truffle" and its just bold enough for me! I wear their "Grapefruit" lipgloss year round. 

Dress: LOFT (remember when I wore it to my first Polo match?!)

Heels: MK Michael Kors. These are my fave. 

I'm hesitant to recommend a similar pair in case they're not as comfy, but here ya go! 

**You will notice most of my clothes are from LOFT. I believe in their quality & they ALWAYS have a sale!

Friday Favorites: Finding Joy in the Everyday

This quote: from an Etsy shop. We talked about this at Passion City Church - The Grove on Monday, and its such a great reminder! 

This planner: Emily Ley Simplified Planner (basically the whole shop). I put the planner on my Christmas list. 

Hint, hint - Momma :-) 

These Veterans: Daddy & his dad, "Big Buddy", and a letter from my great grandfather to my grandma from the war. 

This city skyline: every night after work. 

#StyleMeNovember Challenge (Days 7-9)

Day 7: "A Steal of a Sale"

I was traveling this day, so I just wore some comfy clothes, and don't remember what they all cost. 

See my Loft Shopping Spree post for my most recent steals! 

Day 8: Falling for Florals 

I spent this weekend in Kentucky for the UGA/KY football game. I don't have anything red & black floral. But when I think of fall florals, I think of deep pink-reds. 

(do those bushes count for my florals?)

Leggings: NYDJ - these are the BEST! Seriously, they're super thick, and I my legs weren't cold all day. They don't ride up, so no camel toe! Most people don't even realize they're technically leggings. I wear them with heels too! This could be my 'Steal of a Sale' because they were originally $98, but I got them on sale and then with my employee discount when I worked in retail. Also, people think I'm too young to wear NYDJ (Not Your Daughter's Jeans), but these are amazing! And they slim you down!! They're a little expensive, but wear them 10x (which I have) and you get your money's worth! 

Shirt: LOFT utility blouse

Vest: LOFT - a few years old (this is similar - I do like Jack by BB Dakota)

My cousin graduated from UGA 2 years before me - when we were little, people thought we were the same person...crazy! 

This is my big brother. He has taught me everything I know about any sport you can think of. My whole family stays updated on all sports - did you know that the Vancouver Whitecaps sometimes play soccer in Charleston, SC? nope, but I do thanks to Clarke. 

Oh he was also in Souther Weddings Magazine recently! I was already anticipating this new issue coming out, and then I realized it was the magazine he was in! 

(thats him, playing the cello, but don't try to hire him for your wedding - he doesn't actually play haha!)

okay

Day 9: Polka Dots & Plaids

I struggled with this a bit. I had to borrow the shirt from my roommate J. And the shoes were added after I got home from KY, because that is when I realized they went together. HA! 

Shoes: Payless

Friday Favorites

A few favorites...

These Cups: 

 

Operation Christmas Child - one of my favorite childhood memories is filling these boxes for children overseas. Earlier this year we thought my sister was having a girl, but she's having a boy. Oh how I loved that little girl I thought was going to be my neice. (Don't worry I'm so excited about my nephew!) 

So I packed this box for a little girl, and have fallen in love with her although I will probably never meet her. (http://www.samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child/)

These yarn colors: Picked out some Christmas yarn for a surprise project! 

These scents: Bath & Body Works

**pardon the formatting, I'm mobile-blogging**