Spring Prints

 

outfit 1:

Romper ($3.50) & Blazer - c/o Marshalls

Heels - Steve Madden

Givenchy Clutch - Thrifted

outfit 2:

Dress ($5.00) - c/o Marshalls

Heels - Thrifted

outfit 3:

Joe's Jeans & Leather Jacket- c/o Marshalls

Top - H&M

Heels - Thrifted

While spring is not officially here, we have been having quite a few warm spring-like days. When I wake up with the sun shining brightly, I can't help but bust out the bright prints and breezy fabrics. I love to give my wardrobe a little refresh at the start of the season, so I usually head to Marshalls to get some spring essentials. For spring especially, I gravitate towards bright prints; whether it's geometrics patterns, florals, or soft water colors- I'm sold! The nights tend to stay cool, so I want something that can transition easily into summer, but can still be worn in the cooler months. I have always been a fan of anything and everything printed. Jeans, blazers, dresses, kimonos- you name it! Prints are a great transition items for when it's time to shed those winter layers And don't be intimidated by bold prints- there's a print for everyone! Sometimes these can be outside of our comfort zone, but I'm sharing a few ways to try this trend for spring.

Tips for wearing spring prints

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Bright Rompers - Most rompers come in vibrant, beautiful prints. The best part about rompers is that you don't need to stress about what you will pair it with because it's one piece. The only decisions you need to make involve accessories- I don't know about you, but that makes getting ready a million times easier! If you're looking for trendy rompers, make sure to head over to The Cube during your next Marshalls visit. They always carry great ones and they're usually under $20! Like this firework romper from a recent post or the romper I'm wearing above. The geometric romper I'm wearing was actually on the clearance rack. I was on the fence, but when I saw the insane price tag, it wasn't even a question. When I say insane, I really mean it! I paid $3.50 for this. No joke! Less than a latte. I dressed it up with a beaded belt (to add a little texture) and some studded heels. The romper is a bold print, but when paired with simple accessories, it makes quite the statement.

Printed Dresses - Most dresses come in pretty prints, so look for unique fits and cuts. The dress I'm wearing has a great off the shoulder top (one of my favorite solliuettes) paired with a cinched waist and flirty length. This dress is another clearance find- it was only $5.00. I was drawn to the pastel paisley print(perfect for spring)...and who am I kidding- I loved that it was only $5.00. One great thing about Marshalls is that I can buy trendy dresses, like the one above, but also some of my favorite investment ones! People are always surprised when they find out Marshalls carries amazing designer brands like Free People, Parker, and Joie. When wearing printed dresses the possibilities are truly endless; you can mix prints with a fun scarf or patterned sweater, add a simple blazer, or dress up your look with some chic lace-up heels. And you can score all those items in one stop at Marshalls.

Printed Pants - I know these can be super intimidating, but I believe theres a style for everyone! If you're new to this trend, try a neutral print or a light polka dot. Both of these are great ways to try out the trend without wearing something too bold. My favorite is printed denim, because they still have the denim wash we all love, but with subtle accent. I like to keep the rest of my outfit very simple when I wear printed pants, like the killer pair I'm wearing above! The tuxedo strip was essential for breaking up the scarf print, while adding a little length to my leg. They look like a trouser, but they're actually white jeans with a print on top. These Joe's jeans fit like a glove and were only $39.99. Score! There are a ton of great options at Marshalls for all shapes and sizes. And who knows, you may be reaching for those bright floral pants soon! 

Spring Printed Blouses - If printed pants, dresses or rompers are still too bold, a blouse is the perfect way to refresh your look and add some color and dimension to your closet. The best part is that you can pair it with your favorite jeans and flats, or dress it up with a textured lace skirt and sandals. Just like dresses, printed blouses are incredibly versatile! Try to step outside of your comfort zone with a bold blouse or by mixing prints. 

Adding prints is a great way to bring some color to your wardrobe and get ready for the warmer months to come. All the outfits I posted feature great spring prints and together cost under $50. Insane!  I hope you got a little inspiration for spring and are ready to head over to your local Marshalls to score some of the items I shared about. They get new items every single day, so you never know what you will find when you go. It's like a treasure hunt!

How do you plan to wear prints this spring?

Thank you for reading!

Disclosure: I have received free products or value from Marshalls or The TJX Companies, Inc. 

in connection with my affiliation with Marshalls Project FAB

As always, all opinions are my own.

Winter White

Blazer - c/o Marshalls

Vest - Target

Paige Jeans - c/o Marshalls

Sam Edelman Heels - Marshalls

It's always refreshing to find great items in unexpected places. 

I happened to find this dress in the little girls' section at Target, while looking for a Christmas gift for my little sister. I've worn it countless times- layered over a flannel, with a printed dress, and in this case, on top of a blazer! The great part about this being from the children's section is that the price was substantially less than the vests in the Women's department. I paid $19.99, while the vests in the women's section started at $34.99. Score!

I especially love this vest pair when paired with a cream blazer. I feel like when these two are together, it's the perfect definition of a "winter white." The vest adds a nice texture and a wintery feel and the blazer dressed up my look. I initially had on darker jeans, but I thought these polka dot ones added a fun element. Cheers to trying new things! Speaking of new, I had a little facelift to my blog. I wanted to keep it simple, but still with a splash of color- because that's me!

I hope everyone enjoys their weekend. It's supposed to be 75 tomorrow, so you better believe I'll be spending my day outdoors. Maybe even in shorts!

Thank you for reading!

Disclosure: I have received free products or value from Marshalls or The TJX Companies, Inc. 

in connection with my affiliation with Marshalls Project FAB

As always, all opinions are my own.

Cobalt Accent

Calvin Klein Scarf - c/o Marshalls 

Studded Clutch - c/o Marshalls

Jeffrey Campbell Heels - c/o Marshalls

Blank NYC Leather Pants - c/o Marshalls

Pendelton Coat - Thrifted

This is part two of my secret santa gifting with Marshalls. 

I was so excited to find out who was my secret santa and what they picked out for me. Dina, who blogs over at Sweetest Somethings picked out some lovely items and I couldn't wait to share them. Once I saw the FedEx truck pull up, I knew it was for me! I eagerly opened my package and immediately loved the items. I'm wearing the leopard scarf and studded clutch she picked out. I'm a huge fan of leopard, so I was excited to see one of my favorite prints in such a pretty scarf! It's a light-weight scarf that's made with an ombre fabric and has a subtle leopard print throughout the scarf. And this studded clutch is amazing! It converts into a crossbody, making it perfect for when I'm on the go. The bright cobalt really pops against my monotone outfit and the gold studs add a little metallic sparkle. I can't wait to pair it with some brighter pieces later this season. 

BIG thank you to Marshalls for putting together such an awesome project! And Dina, thank you again for choosing such amazing items for me- I love them all!

Thank you for reading! 

Disclosure: I have received free products or value from Marshalls or The TJX Companies, Inc. 

in connection with my affiliation with Marshalls Project FAB

All opinions are my own.

Travel Wear with Marshalls

Free People Bomber, T-shirt & Jeans - c/o Marshalls

BCBG Booties - Thrifted

With the holidays right around the corner, traveling is something we do often. Whether we're flying or driving, one thing I know for sure is that comfort is key. 

There are a few must haves for my traveling attire

Layers - Layers are a great way to accessorize your look, but also prepare you for whatever weather you will arrive in. You can either take off a jacket or add a scarf. Simple!

Stretchy Jeans - I've never been a big fan of yoga pants or leggings for my outfits. Not sure why, but I usually gravitate towards jeans- even for long car rides, so jeans with some stretch make that easy.

Soft T-shirts - I mean t-shirts in general are nice, but I love a good worn in shirt. I got this one at Marshalls and it's seriously the perfect slouchy shirt. Another great part about t-shirts is that they can just be thrown in the wash, I don't have to worry about wrinkles or stains from Uriah. 

Slip-on Shoes - This is especially handy when flying. I made the mistake of wearing oxfords for my last flight and immediately regretted it when I got to security. Plus, sometimes in long car rides it's nice to slip off your shoes and have on cozy socks.

Sunglasses - Let's be honest, traveling in makeup is no fun. And as much as I love going makeup free, I do have some bags under my eyes that are nice to cover up with some shades. 

Those are a few of my favorite traveling essentials. 

Right now Marshalls has a killer selection of traveling gear and clothing- perfect timing for your holiday trips. I've partnered with Marshalls to giveaway a $25 gift card to get something cozy for your upcoming adventures.

Leave a comment below with your favorite travel must-have to enter

Giveaway ends 11/21 

Good Luck!

Disclosure: I have received free products or value from Marshalls or The TJX Companies, Inc. 

in connection with my affiliation with Marshalls Project FAB

All opinions are my own.

Oxblood Accents

Kimono & Hat - c/o Marshalls 

Jeans & Knit Top - Thrifted

Heels - Ross

Lately the days have been warm, but I'm itching to wear fall layers. This outfit combined the best of both worlds- light layers that I could keep on all day. That's one of the many reasons I love kinomos. Not only are an easy way to add some color and movement to an outfit, but they're so feminine and  provide a little more coverage for cooler days. While I have always loved this trend, I would usually stick to ones that hit mid-thigh, just because I'm pretty short. The longer kimonos were so intimidating, especially the thought of pairing them with jeans. I thought it would totally shrink me! I found this one for only $7 and decided that I would step outside of my comfort zone a bit and try it out. Since it was under $10, it wouldn't be that much of a disappointment if I totally hated the look. After wearing it all day I've decided I'm a new fan of long kimonos! 

It's fun to step outside of your comfort zone every once in a while.

Thank you for reading! 

Disclosure: I have received free products or value from Marshalls or The TJX Companies, Inc. 

in connection with my affiliation with Marshalls Project FAB

All opinions are my own.