Category: fashion

The Best Animal Print for Fall

by Rachel McCarthy

The Best Animal Print for Fall

leopard dress | leopard denim jacket | leopard scarf | snakeskin dress | snakeskin pumps | leopard handbag | leopard headband | leopard pumps | snakeskin belt | leopard windbreaker | navy leopard sweater | leopard watch | leopard jeans | snakeskin handbag | snakeskin flats | leopard hair tie

Hi friends! Sorry for the radio silence the past few days over here on ABM. Saturday night around 7 p.m. we had a terrible storm and lost our power. It was a super hot weekend. The temperatures ended up climbing into the high 90s and we had no power or air conditioning. It was rough, especially on Ella. The power was finally restored Sunday evening around 6:30 p.m. I had a lot planned for Sunday: the week’s blog work, outfit pictures and food pictures. Needless to say, none of that happened without electricity! You never realize how thankful you are for something until you don’t have it! Anyways, I’m back with a new Wednesday Wishes today featuring the best animal print for fall.

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What’s In My Work Bag

by Rachel McCarthy

What's In My Work Bag

I have used the same work bag for years. And when I say years, I’m not kidding. While I was interning in D.C. the summer before my senior year of college, my husband (then boyfriend) bought me this Longchamp tote. I have carried it to death and believe it or not, it’s still in great shape! And that was 10 years ago!! But, after having some neck problems (you may remember me talking about the most amazing neck massager that has saved my life in this post) I decided I needed a bag that was more friendly on my back and neck. This laptop backpack has been a lifesaver! Today, I’m unpacking my bag to give you a peek of what’s inside and talk all about the bag’s features. Here is what’s in my work bag:

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5 Fall Pieces to Wear Now & How to Style them Now & Later

by Rachel McCarthy

5 Fall Pieces to Wear Now

snakeskin dress | yellow eyelet top | leopard midi skirt | cropped jeans | jade jumpsuit

We are reaching that awkward time of the year when we have to start thinking about transitioning our wardrobe to fall. However, the temperatures still read summer. Today I am sharing 5 fall pieces to wear now and how to style them now and into fall.

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End of Summer Stripe Dress

by Rachel McCarthy

cute amazon dress

Happy Monday, friends! I hope you all had a great weekend. The temperatures in the D.C. area were surprising cool for this time of the year. Only in the 80s! Actually, it was in the 60s during Ella’s walk Saturday morning. It really makes me excited for fall! But since I’m sure these “cooler” temperatures were a fluke for us, I still have a few summer outfits to share with all of you. First up, this end of summer stripe dress. Nothing says summer like stripes and this one is only $20 and available in 9 colors and prints!

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Currently Craving: August 2019

by Rachel McCarthy

currently craving august 2019

sweater with lace collar | monogrammed wallet (available in several combinations) | tiered floral dress | leopard mules | stripe jumpsuit | tie-neck sleeveless top | animal print outdoor wine glasses (they can be monogrammed!) | leopard clutch | camo jacket | pom pom cardigan (available in 3 colors) | eternity band

When I first started ABM in November of 2013 (wow, has it really been that long!), Wednesday Wishes was a chance to share what I was currently craving. I haven’t shared a currently craving post in quite awhile and I realize I need to get back to it! Today’s currently craving: August 2019 is a mix of wear now and wear into fall pieces. And I feel like this collage represents my general feeling about the end of summer. I’m dreaming of cooler temperatures but trying to be realistic when dressing for the 90 degree temperatures!

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Summer on Sale

by Rachel McCarthy

summer on sale

navy ruffle strap dress | white bucket bag | rainbow raffia earrings | denim midi dress | strappy slide sandal | circle straw tote | platform wedge sandal | floral smocked ruffle top | lipstick | tie waist gingham tank | white wide leg cropped pants | tie-waist shorts | pink watch | panama hat

I’m not sure how it’s possible that tomorrow is August 1st. Where did July go?? And although we just have a little over a month of summer remaining, there is one good thing about the start of August: summer is on sale. Whether it is something you have had your eye on for a few months or if you are looking to stock up on summer basics at lower prices, it’s a great time to find summer on sale. Here are a few of my favorite summer pieces that are currently on sale:

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Recent Workday Outfits

by Rachel McCarthy

recent workday outfits

Happy Monday, friends! Sharing a little bit of a different kind of post today. Since the majority of my week is spent in work clothes, I thought I would share three of my favorite recent workday outfits. Washington, D.C. is pretty conservative when it comes to work clothing, so not many bright colors in my 9-5 wardrobe. The craziest I will get is my leopard pants! Here are my recent workday outfits:

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Recent Purchases from Amazon

by Rachel McCarthy

recent purchases from amazon

Let’s just call it Amazon week over here on A Blonde’s Moment! As I mentioned in Monday’s post, buying clothes from Amazon was new to me until I purchased this dress. However, purchasing other household and everyday necessities on Amazon is not! Today, I am rounding up nine of my recent purchases from Amazon.

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Fall Trends: Splurge vs. Save

by Rachel McCarthy

fall trends splurge vs. save

splurge: leopard dress | pink sweater | snakeskin jeans | plaid blazer | flower boots

save: leopard dress | pink sweater | snakeskin jeans | plaid blazer | flower boots

Splurge vs. Save is back! One of the most popular series here on A Blonde’s Moment, and today I am rounding up fall trends: splurge vs. save style! And while I still have summer content to share with you, the temperatures dropped into the 60s yesterday morning and it was giving me all the fall feels. Quite the change from the over 100 degrees we experienced just a few days ago. Even though the majority of us can’t even think about fall clothes yet, it doesn’t hurt to start planning your fall wardrobe and looking at trends for the season. Here are five fall trends: splurge vs. save!

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Summer Dress Under $30

by Rachel McCarthy

how to style green maxi dress

Like much of the east coast, it was a hot one here in D.C. this past weekend. With the “feel like” temperature at 107 degrees by Saturday afternoon, it was like walking into a brick wall every time walking outside. Even though we shot these pictures super early, it was brutal! But, it is summer in D.C. and I guess you have to just embrace it! And I can’t think of a better way to embrace these summer temperatures than with the perfect summer dress under $30.

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