{bows on my wrists}

Psst. There's a giveaway for $100 to Gigi New York below ;)

Photography by Emily Smalling

SheIn Blue Off the Shoulder Shirt // Old Navy White Jeans // Julie Vos Necklace c/o // Baublebar Turquoise Cuff // Gigi New York Purse c/o // Karen Walker Sunglasses via Shop Ditto (first month free with code "southernanchors") // Charles David Wedges (similar) // NARS Lipstick in "Schiap"

I saw this shirt and instantly I knew I needed to make it mine! I loooove a good off the shoulder top (I mean who doesn't?) and the ties on the wrist just added such a fun detail. Normally I gravitate towards white but when I saw the blue I had a million styling ideas going through my head. White jeans made it seem so spring like and pairing it with my favorite coin necklace and turquoise bracelet really pulled the whole thing together. How would you style this top?

Thanks for ALL the birthday love so far! I've had such an amazing 26th birthday already and today's finally the actual day (I've been celebrating since Sunday - I have the best friends ever)!! I'm really excited to keep sharing it with y'all, too! There's a giveaway for $100 to Gigi New York below and another one coming at ya tomorrow and Thursday ;) Good luck!!

Don't forget to enter yesterday's giveaway too! 

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Love Always,

{faux leather leggings}

Photography by Emily Smalling

Zara Cashmere Turtleneck (similar, similar - both on sale) // Lush White Blouse (underneath) // Faux Leather Leggings // Steve Madden OTK Boots // Julie Vos Necklace c/o // Daniel Wellington Watch c/o (15% off with code JENNROG) // Kendra Scott Druzy Studs c/o // David Yurman Cuff // Miu Miu Sunglasses via Shop Ditto (first month free with SOUTHERNANCHORS) // GloMinerals Suede Matte Lipstick in "port" via DermStore c/o 

With snow predictions for Friday I felt it was only fitting to share this outfit! I had this all prepped for New York and never got around to wearing it. I love the mix of cashmere and (faux) leather - so luxurious yet the layers are so easy and simple. Whenever I wear something loose up top I always try to keep the bottom sleek and fitted. This way I don't look like a giant blob teetering in suede boots ;) The best part is this look can be recreated so easily! All you need is a comfy turtleneck (or big sweater), long collarless blouse, leggings, and boots. I added a long, gold necklace to lengthen my torso and grabbed my new sunnies to glam up the look.

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Here's hoping the snow doesn't freak DC out all over again! Like it did on the day I took these photos... ha! The city can't deal...

Love Always,

{wind in my hair}

Photography by Emily Smalling

H&M Silk Scarf ($13) // Basic Black Shirt // Black Circle Skirt // J.Crew Tights // Target Heels, old (suede heels) // Love's Affect Earrings c/o (similar) // Rebecca Minkoff Purse // Stella & Dot Bracelet // David Yurman Cuff // Shop Ditto Sunglasses (first month free with code SOUTHERNANCHORS) // Essie Polish in "Twin Sweater Set"

"Wind in my hair, I was there, I remember it all too well" -T.Swift

It was a chilly, windy day when we took these photos but boy did it do wonders for this scarf. It already has such movement to it but now it's really just showing off. I love the unexpected pairing of navy, mustard yellow, blush, and black with traces of purple. It's a true statement piece with a bit of 70's flair. Being able to wear a scarf like this was a welcome change since the majority of winter blanket scarves makes me feel like I'm being swallowed. Don't get me wrong - I love my blanket scarves - but a different material is a nice change of pace to get me out of a winter rut!

Love Always,

{fuzzy reversible vest}

photography by Lauren Middledorf

Reversible Vest // Kendra Scott Necklace and Earrings c/o // DL1961 Jeans c/o // Black and Nude Flats // Black Sweater, old // Vera Bradley Purse c/o // Shop Ditto Sunglasses (get your first month free with code SOUTHERNANCHORS) // It Cosmetics Lipstick in "Perfect Nude" c/o

I realized that I probably should have included this vest in yesterday's gift guide post. The second I posted this vest on Instagram after wearing it I got multiple snaps/texts/comments that people went and purchased it for themselves... and I totally get it!! The second I saw it in stores myself I knew it had to be mine (especially since it's reversible). My mom agreed too haha, I wore it over Thanksgiving and we went to get her one while I was home because otherwise she was going to take mine :) It's perfect to dress down and run errands in but I've also worn it over black pants and a blouse for work. It's the perfect amount of warmth if you're wearing a light blouse in the office! Plus, it has pockets and the prettiest waterfall effect at the front.

Which side would you wear more? The grey cotton side or the white fuzzy side?

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Love Always,