{navy floral}

Something about this pattern instantly drew me to it… I love the romantic movement it has but with the daring back and low front.

Lulu*s Dress // Sole Society Heels

I'm looking forward to bringing this dress out for girl's night. I think it's perfect for dancing!

Lulu*s always has the best dresses in a wide range of prints, colors, and styles for a great price!

Do y'all have a go-to store for online shopping? Tobi and Lulu*s are my favorites!

Love Always,

Jennifer


photography by the talented, Emily Smalling

{what's in my bag: travel}

Today I fly out to Ft. Lauderdale to celebrate one of my favorite people at her Bachelorette Party!!

I am BEYOND excited for all of the festivities about to occur :)

I tend to travel with a Mary Poppins style bag so I thought I would tell y'all what goes in it when I travel.  Since I have a million clutches and lipsticks I always clean out my bag right before I fly and pack it with the essentials so it's easier to carry and I can fill it with snacks hehe.

Large Tote  // Sunglasses // Book // Magazine // Chapstick // Lotion // Jewelry Pouch // Makeup Pouch // Scarf // Headphones // Backup Charger need this // Sandals // Hat

Some of these things are obvious… a good book, magazine, gum, earphones, etc.

But, one thing my momma taught me is to always, always, carry on your jewelry and makeup. Why? Because you don't want all of your makeup breaking (broken bronzer is the worst) and you don't want to risk your jewelry being stolen out of your luggage (ohhh it's happened). I also bring a scarf with me that can double as a blanket; Lightweight and bright in the summer and cashmere in the winter.

side note: I always keep a spare pair of shorts and underwear in my bag as well in case my luggage gets lost. Plus a bathing suit if it's a tropical vacay! #lostluggagesucks

Do y'all have any carry-on or packing suggestions?

Love Always,

Jennifer

PS. be sure to follow me during my travels --> Instagram & Twitter

{nautical work wear}

The amount of wear I have gotten out of this skirt is insane… so much so that I have it in pink and green and the wool version in black, grey, and camel. I wish I was kidding!! The shape is so flattering and comfortable for work. Plus, it has pockets! Score!

J.Crew Factory Skirt on sale for $34 (love this pattern) // Forever 21 Shirt
Mark & Graham Clutch gifted // Sole Society Heels
Gigglosophy Heart Ring // Gigglosophy Love Bracelet // Tiffany Cable Ring gifted

I'm a working girl so I thought it only fair to pass on this Wednesday's Work Wear find to y'all… three of my coworkers have it too. They pointed it out to me!
I couldn't help but make this look nautical :) obviously I love that style (#southern #anchors #obnoxious).  Since I dress for the corporate world every day I look for styles that can be worn in front of a client and will then transition to a more casual outfit or night time look.

Love Always,

Jennifer

PS. I leave for a Bachelorette party tomorrow morning so be sure to follow me on Instagram and Twitter to see all the fun we're up to :) xoxo!


photography by the talented, Emily Smalling

{splurge vs steal}

Leopard Fold Over Clutch

Clare Vivier $220 // Etsy $130

Splurge // Steal

Lavender Cross-body

Rebecca Minkoff $195 // Oasap $36

Splurge // Steal

Mirrored Aviators

Ray-Ban $170 // Urban Outfitters $14

Splurge // Steal

Studded Heels

Valentino $995 // Urbanog $33

Splurge // Steal

Zippered Satchel

3.1 Phillip Lim $895 // JustFab Midtown $40

Splurge // Steal

Ankle Strap Heels

Manolo Blahnik $725 // Steve Madden $70

Splurge // Steal

Straw Fedora

Tory Burch $95 // J.Crew $58

Splurge // Steal

I truly believe that you should spend your money on the classics. Items that you will wear time and time again. Sometimes a designer item becomes so popular that everyone marks it as an instant classic. It's tough to determine if that's really the case! I like to buy the knock-off, take it for a test drive and then determine if I really feel like shelling out the big bucks. Remember the Phillip Lim for Target collection? Genius. I snatched one of those babies right up!

I also love finding a good deal (and knock off!)… Points if they're in my price range. Have you found any stellar look-a-likes?

Love Always,

Jennifer

{pom-poms}

The perfect outfit for a hot day at the waterfront to eat crabs with my roomies and the boy :)

In hindsight I probably shouldn't have worn a white shirt… crabs. everywhere.

Shop Ellie Pink Pom-Pom Shorts // Old Navy Shirt // Platinum Jack Rogers // H&M Purse, old

I love any detail you can add to make something pop… enter: pom-poms.

Such a simple little thing to add to a pair of shorts with such a big impact!  I've been searching around to find the perfect "first pair" and then I stumbled on Shop Ellie Pink.  Such adorable items and such great prices!!! I'm a little jealous I didn't wait to purchase these shorts because now they're ON SALE!

I'll definitely be keeping my eye out for more cute shorts… so easy to lounge in or to dress up!

Thanks for reading! I hope everyone had a fabulous weekend :)

Love Always,

Jennifer

Ps. remember this hot pink shirt y'all loved? Shop Ellie Pink has it HERE!!