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3 Wear Now Fall Outfits on Sale

by Rachel McCarthy

3 Wear Now Fall Outfits on Sale

for work: floral sleeveless blouse | studded mules | tote | grey blazer | black pants

date night: dress | faux leather jacket | leopard slingback shoes | earrings | leopard clutch

weekend casual: pleated top | earrings | ankle skinny jeans | sandals | two-tone cylinder bag

It seems like the fashion world has been revolving around the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. And as cute as all these fall pieces are, it’s hot, humid and summer is in full swing! After browsing the entire sale, I found a few of my favorite pieces that can be worn now and couldn’t wait to share them with you. You can’t beat these wear now fall outfits on sale!

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Top 20 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Finds

by Rachel McCarthy

top 20 finds at the nordstrom anniversary sale

1. wrap coat | 2. lace-up pants | 3. block heel pump | 4. pink lipstick set | 5. leather jacket | 6. drybar set | 7. button front midi dress | 8. ankle bootie | 9. burgundy drop earrings | 10. ruffle neck sweater | 11. crop leggings | 12. cashmere wrap | 13. pink blazer | 14. watch | 15. cozy cardigan | 16. tote bag | 17. high waisted jeans | 18. bow blouse | 19. pump | 20. button front skirt

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is here! Today is the first day of Early Access for Nordstrom cardholders (sign up here to join and access the sale now!). While this sale is the best sale of the year, it can be overwhelming. I will be sharing several posts during the sale to cover everything, but today is all about the top 20 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale finds. If you don’t have a Nordstrom card, the sale goes public next Friday, July 20th so start making your lists!

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ABM How-To: The Shop

by Rachel McCarthy

a blonde's moment shop

Happy Wednesday, friends! Today I wanted to share this “how-to” on the blog. While I usually have new blog posts Monday through Thursday, I wanted to introduce you to the A Blonde’s Moment shop! I have included screenshots and a quick how-to video below to explain how to access my latest finds, style essentials and beauty favorites throughout the week.

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The Best Summer Jumpsuits

by Rachel McCarthy

best summer jumpsuits

v-neck floral jumpsuit | hot pink crossbody | block heeled sandal | stripe knot strap jumpsuit | black straw crossbody | black flat slide sandal | red linen jumpsuit | white camera bag | gingham platform sandals | black v-neck jumpsuit | pearl hard shell clutch | pearl embellished strappy sandals | navy floral jumpsuit | blush ruffle clutch | blush block heel sandals | chambray ruffle jumpsuit | white wicker bag | white wedge sandals

Jumpsuits. For as much as I love them, I came to the realization that I really do not have many in my closet. While browsing the huge selection online, I thought I would share a few of my favorites and a few accessories to style with each. Jumpsuits are everywhere these days and here are a few of the best jumpsuits for summer…

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Summer Blush Crush

by Rachel McCarthy

summer blush crush

lace cold shoulder dress | stud earrings | rose quartz facial roller | panama hat | sunglasses | stone ring | straw circle bag | scrunchie | ruffle swimsuit | bow sandals | belt | circle drop earrings | tassel key chain | bow shorts | mug | pearl embellished bag | lip balm | lace-up sandals | lace dress

While I typically associate the color blush with spring, I have been noticing so many blush pieces lately. I thought it was time to create a color inspiration board with a color I’m crushing on for summer! What I love most about these pieces is that the color varies from the typical blush color. While the blush is present, there are some peachy and mauve tones in these items that make them a little different from the usual blush. I love this contrast and I think it works well for styling outside of the traditional blush season of spring. Here are some of my favorite summer blush crush pieces…

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Memorial Day Outfit Inspiration

by Rachel McCarthy

memorial day outfit inspiration

stripe maxi dress | red stripe earrings | sunglasses | swimsuit with grosgrain ribbon | flag scarf | sun hat | scallop hem tank | red and white scrunchie | patriotic tassel tote | crab crossbody | wrap-around sandals | red bow slides | stripe camp shirt | red lipstick | red beaded drop earrings | beaded bracelet | lace trim midi dress | blue shorts | red shoulder bag | floral water bottle | stripe tote

With the official start to summer not far away, today’s Wednesday Wishes is all about Memorial Day outfit inspiration. Whether you plan to spent it at the pool, at a BBQ or if you are ready to add some patriotic colors and prints to your closet, here are a few of my favorite red, white and blue finds for Memorial Day.

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Getaway Essentials Under $100

by Rachel McCarthy

getaway essentials under $100

stripe maxi dress | sunglasses | yellow earrings | straw hat | stripe scrunchie | crossbody bag | asymmetrical peplum top | stripe slip on sandals | metallic head wrap | ruffle one piece swimsuit | colorful tassel earrings | pom pom beach bag | Sugar lip treatment | denim shorts | sunscreen | travel size perfume | pink stripe flip flops | off the shoulder dress

We are less than a month away from our trip to the sunny weather and that has me searching for all the warm weather pieces. Whether you are planning a vacation or planning for warmer temperatures, here is a round-up of the best getaway essentials under $100.

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Spring Styles Currently on Sale

by Rachel McCarthy

spring styles on sales

floral maxi dress | tassel earrings | bow slide | stripe ruffle off the shoulder dress | off the shoulder stripe shirt | paperbag shorts | raffia strappy sandal | stripe flip flop | blue beaded tassel earrings | magnolia bag | cold shoulder stripe dress | floral ruffle sleeve blouse | drop earrings | white wedge sandals | gingham ruffle sleeve dress

Happy Wednesday, friends! I think we can all agree that these “spring” temperatures are not cutting it — we have gone from the 80s over the weekend to a freeze warning last night! Since spring has barely arrived in some parts of the country, it’s ironic that there are a ton of spring pieces already on sale! We might as well take advantage of these sales and stock our closets full of pretty spring and summer pieces. We will be able to wear them eventually! Here are a few of my favorite spring styles currently on sale…

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Spring to Summer Under $150

by Rachel McCarthy

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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Splurge vs. Save: Spring Trends

by Rachel McCarthy

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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