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Merry Christmas, y'all!  I wish you all a lovely day surrounded by friends, family, food, and National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation!

Jacket: Burberry | Sweater: Banana Republic | Skirt: J. Crew | Boots: Dolce Vita | Bag: Louis Vuitton | Glasses: Rayban |Bracelets: Stella & Dot, J.Crew, Bauble Bar | Earrings : Benevolent Jewels (old)

xoxo,

sarah

A Change of Scenery

I'm sure you guys are beyond devastated that I didn't take pics in my back yard, but I'm trying to mix things up a bit, be adventurous, get a little cray!  Hopefully you'll enjoy it from here on out.  I had the pleasure of doing a styling session at Ann Taylor in the Southlake Town Square a couple days ago, so this is where I snapped these pics.  I'm getting used to this blog game and I was even nervous twirling around like a Disney princess in front of random strangers. Score!

So, lets talk about this dress because I had so many compliments on it.  Can anyone guess where it's from?  Kate Spade? Wrong!  J.Crew? Lilly? Wrong again!  I got this sweet little number at F21 a couple months ago and I absolutely adore it.  The fabric is thick and it's even lined.  I love how the back dips and even though this isn't the best sleeve cut for my body, I love the higher neck and all the pleating in the front. So cute!

We flew into Atlanta yesterday and will be here until Sunday morning.  My best friend is getting married on Saturday evening and I am so excited!  We came in early just so we could relax for a bit and today I plan to visit some boutiques.  Have you guys seen this show on Style called Pretty Wicked Moms?  Well, my Texas bestie and I are pretty obsessed with one of the gals on that show, Emily, who owns a boutique here called Swank, so that is definitely on my list.  We conveniently booked a hotel room that is within walking distance.  Bless my poor, sweet fiance's heart.  Look for some fun dressing room pics on Instagram because I didn't bring anything to wear!

 Dress: Forever 21 Classic Striped Woven Dress 

Belt: Xhilaration Bombe Neon Belt in fuchsia

Heels: Banana Republic Ivonne Pump

Bag: Louis Vuitton Monogram Idylle Speedy 30 Mini Lin (retired)

Bracelets: J.Crew Classic Pave' Link Bracelet, Stella and Dot Renegade Cluster Bracelet

Happy Friday Loves,

Sarah

Hell Hath No Fury

What is goin' on y'all???  I don't have much news, other than the fact that it is hotter than Hades and there is no end in sight! This Texas heat is not conducive to, well, anything really.  I can't begin to describe to you folks who don't live here how friggin' hot a Texas summer can be.  We've had 12 days straight with temps over 100 and you cannot go outside without breaking into an instant sweat.  And as though that ain't enough, there are mosquitoes taking over life as we know it.  Inside, outside, in your car.  One actually woke me up on Saturday morning because I heard it buzzing in my ear!  Totally unacceptable. 

It's tough to dress for this weather, when quite frankly, I'd just assume walk around naked.  But no one wants to see that, so I have been trying my hardest to make the best of our sweet little summer of hell.  I also decided to start a workout regimen and eating plan right smack in the middle of all this heat, so that's been really enjoyable.  I'm on week 4, but I took these pics right before I started, so hopefully they can serve as inspiration as I make my way through the first 90 days.  This dress looks cute now, so I can't imagine how it looks when I'm ripped to shreds and look like Jessica Biel.

Dress: Francesca's Soda Shop Striped Dress

Bag: Louis Vuitton Musette - awesome priced on pre-loved LV bags

Heels: Christian Louboutin Simple 120

Cuff: H&M old - great option from JewelMint

Bracelets: J.Crew Classic Pave' Link, Stella and Dot Renegade Cluster

Necklaces: J.Crew Venus Fly Trap,  but awesome jade version here

xoxo,

sarah

Polka Dot Pop

I actually took outfit pics yesterday, can you believe it?  I can't seem to find any extra time in the day with this insane schedule I'm keeping, but hopefully it will get back to normal soon.  Or maybe this is my new normal.  That's a consideration that I'm not sure I'm 100% ready for, but I've been ok with it for the last 4 months or so.  Maybe this is what it takes to be successful and to make things happen for yourself, who knows.

Onto the outfit!  We have totally bipolar weather here in Dallas.  It's 88 one day and then 50 the next day.  I'm completely over my fall/winter wardrobe, so I've prepared myself with a spray tan and about 15 new pairs of shorts and skirts.  The J.Crew Factory sale got me over the weekend with a 50% off coupon on the entire store.  Of course, I was too busy to go myself, so I sent my poor mother with my credit card and her iPhone and we shopped that way.  How lame.  I can't even enjoy weekend shopping!  ARGH!

Top: Factory Polka-Dot Popover

Skirt: Factory Linen Cotton Mini

Necklace: Factory Multicolor Chandelier Necklace

Heels: Christian Louboutin Simple 120

Bag: Louis Vuitton Pouch 26

Belt: Target

xoxo,

sarah

Thrift of the Week: Vintage DVF

One of my very favorite designers and women in general is Diane Von Furstenburg, so you can imagine my undeniable joy in finding this gorgeous knit dress at my local Goodwill.  It fit like an absolute dream and I couldn't be happier with it.  I was a little scared of the length, simply because I'm not a long and lean girl, but I think I pulled it ok pretty well.  The color is so beautiful.  Kind of a cross between cerulean and periwinkle.  It's comfortable and I love how it went beautiful with my other vintage accessories.  I hope I can pull it off for a more casual look because I can't imagine it between a one hitter quitter.  Love!

Dress: vintage Diane Von Furstenburg

Heels: Christian Louboutin

Bag: Louis Vuitton

Belt: vintage

Earrings: H&M

Bracelets: vintage Hermes, J.Crew
Ring: YSL

Enjoy your Sunday!

xoxo,
sarah

Quick Flight

I snapped these pics yesterday before I left for a short visit to North Carolina to see family.  I had a minor meltdown at Target last week, ending up with three pairs of sandals and this smocked jumpsuit.  it's so comfy and easy, I haven't taken it off since.  It's my go to piece when I get home from work or jump out of the shower after a workout.  I generally wear a maxi dress or skirt on the place, just because they are easy and I get cold, so this served the same purpose.  Crazy about it!  

Jumpsuit: Xhilaration comes in 4 colors and only $19.99!

Jacket: H&M, in stores

Sandals: Mossimo, also $19.99!

Belt: thrifted

Bag: LV Musette, ret.

Glasses: Rayban

Bracelets: J.Crew, Kate Spade, vintage Hermes

Ring: from Bloom, brand unknown

Necklace: West Avenue via Max & Chloe

xoxo,

sarah