Travel Day Brights

cute travel outfit ideas

I don’t know about you, but I always have a hard time deciding on my travel day outfit. Especially when traveling from a cold climate to a warm, or vice versa. When we headed to Texas two weeks ago, I opted for this bright oversized cardigan, comfortable high waisted jeans, wedges and my latest carry-on accessory, the cutest monogrammed tote.

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Easy Black and White Outfit for Spring

casual spring outfit idea

This spring, I have been sticking to a lot of basics. Blame it on the crazy weather, but I haven’t bought too many spring pieces because I really haven’t had a chance to wear them! Keeping with classic pieces like my go-to jeans, long cardigan and white shirt are a great way to create an easy black and white outfit for spring.

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Spring to Summer Under $150

spring to summer fashion under 150

stripe jumpsuit | circle bag | scallop bow shorts | floral dress | floral embellished wedges | earrings | straw hat | crab straw bag | bracelets | neon tie front sweater | stripe skirt | lipstick | tie front tank | lemon espadrilles | sunglasses

With all the up and down temperatures, I get the feeling that our temperatures are going to go from the 40s to the 80s overnight. Since skipping true spring temperatures are becoming more and more of a reality, I’m sharing pieces that can take you from spring to summer and they are all under $150!

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Tropical-Inspired Spring Dress

cute summer dress outfit

While spring has arrived in many places, spring decided to take a break over the weekend here in D.C. Temperatures were in the 30s Sunday morning! However, I think most places are suffering from strange spring temperatures. Even in the south! I wore this fun, tropical-inspired spring dress is Austin this past weekend. It was hot and in the high 80s on Friday and made for the perfect brightly colored piece for the warm, spring temperatures. Maybe Texas can send us some of those temperatures!

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Splurge vs. Save: Spring Trends

splurge vs. save: spring trends

Splurge: wide leg denim | pearl sandals | bamboo bag | belt | cork sandals

Save: wide leg denim | pearl sandals | bamboo bag | belt | cork sandals

One of the most popular series on ABM is back! It has been awhile since I have shared a new splurge vs. save, but with a new season, I thought it would be fun to dedicate this week’s Wednesday Wishes to splurge vs. save: spring trends!

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Green Utility Jacket and White Jeans & Nordstrom Giveaway!

spring outfit utility jacket

Spring has barely begun and so far my spring wardrobe has consisted mostly of my go-to basics. As I first mentioned in my spring capsule wardrobe post, basics like utility jackets, white jeans and striped tees are great to mix and match with other pieces all spring long. It’s a transitional time of year and with the fluctuating temperatures, I’m “shopping my closet” with some of the best spring basics. First up, the green utility jacket and white jeans combo…

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3 Must Have Jeans for Spring

3 must have jeans for spring

Jeans are a closet staple no matter what the season. But, during this awkward time while we wait for the real spring temperatures to arrive, I find myself reaching for my jeans a ton. They are perfect for the cooler weather and easy to pair with sweaters and tops. With so many different types of jeans to pick from, these are my 3 must have jeans for spring…

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Springing into Yellow

springing into yellow

There is nothing like yellow in the springtime. Yellow is one color that seems to be present in spring pieces year after year, regardless of trends. However, this year more than ever, yellow can be found just about anywhere. Purple may be the color of the year, but this bright and cheerful shade is definitely giving purple a run for it’s money. Here is some spring yellow outfit inspiration for today’s Wednesday Wishes…

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5 Beauty Products To Keep in Your Handbag

5 beauty products in my bag

straw circle bag, sold out (similar style) | concealer | mascara | hair ties | hand cream | tinted lip treatment

I don’t know about you, but I have about a million things in my handbag. Depending on the occasion and bag, I have anything from my iPad, laptop, planner and a cosmetic bag to fit in there. I am not one to change my handbags often (mainly because it would be too much to switch over!) but when and if I do, there are a few beauty items that always make the transfer. Here are 5 beauty products to keep in your handbag…

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