Hello from New York! What an exciting week it has been. I left Thursday, for Fashion Week and have been busy busy ever since. You may have seen some of my trip on instagram or facebook. Fashion Week is always an exciting time! As my trip comes to an end, I could not be more excited to spend it with my two co-workers and best friends! They have been up here as well and I am so excited to get to spend my last couple nights in NYC with them! We will be very tired, but what a way to spend the holiday weekend am I right?! I just joined snapchat (still trying to figure it out!) but my user name is 'theteacherdiva"! Follow along and see more of NYC adventures!
P.S. Some of my favorite retailers are having some pretty good sales for President's Day. Be sure to check out Baublebar for 20% OFF (sitewide!! with code PREZ20) and Nordstrom! Happy shopping! xx
Shop the Post: Free People Striped Tunic ( runs big // size down // wearing a small, wish it was an xs ) | AG Denim (tts) | Tory Burch Flats ( more colors here) | Gigi New York
Ready for Spring
There are some things in my closet that I don't think I'll ever get rid of and this knit sweater (only $22) is one of them. This past weekend we had the nicest weather. I mean it is crazy to think that we are in February and it was 68 Degrees in Dallas. Austin and I wanted to enjoy it while we could so we spent our Saturday down in the Bishop Arts District (a must do if you are visiting Dallas!!!) and had brunch at Tillmans. The weather was perfect for some lighter layers and this outfit was the perfect get up.
Speaking of weather, I am off to New York on Thursday and it is supposed to be 12 degrees. Yikes! I am soaking up every bit of this warm weather before jet setting off to the snow and (below) freezing weather. No complaints though-- I love any excuse to go to NYC. Have a great day! xx
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She Inside Knit Cardigan (Under $25 // "One Size" but It fits like a small/medium // AMAZING quality. Was not disappointed!) | Nordstrom
Pink Cardigan
Happy Monday! Is anyone else moving slow this morning? I am going out of town later this week and while I am very excited, I am also preparing for a very busy next few days. I spent this past weekend trying (key word: trying) get ahead with all my lessons and sub plans, attempt packing, and run a few last minute errands.
This pink cardigan was a cozy addition to my silk blouse. It's super soft and makes for a great transition piece. I loved pairing it with my leopard clutch and favorite nude pumps.
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Blush & Red
Blush has always been a favorite color of mine for many reasons. One of the best things about this soft neutral, is how you can pair it with pops of color or contrasting hues. While I never wear red, I really like how these colors complimented each other (not to mention it makes for a very festive Valentine outfit).
This dress really surprised me. Like I said, I never wear red, but figured this orangey-red would make for a great transition piece for Spring. I found it to be extremely versatile and fun to wear. I love the idea of pairing it with a white crossbody and some brown wedges for a casual look. Oh, and throw in a side braid just for fun! Have a great Wednesday! xx
Shop the Post: J Crew Factory Drop Waist Dress (on sale // size down) | SheInside Pink Trench (under $40 // size up, wearing a medium here) | Baublebar Necklace and
Gigi New York Spring Collection
Today I am thrilled to be partnering with Gigi New York to launch their new Teddie Tote for Spring. I have admired Gigi New York and their handmade leather handbags for a while now so it was a huge honor for them to even consider me for their Spring launch.
You guys have seen me sport last season's version and I am even more excited about the new and improved Teddie Tote. As a teacher, this really is my "it" bag. I take it with me to work everyday. It's the perfect size to hold papers and lesson plans, while still leaving room for the fun stuff like my makeup bag and wallet.
The hardest part for me was choosing a color. The spring colors are all so gorgeous! I stepped out of my comfort zone a little and went with a pop of color. The Island Green is the perfect color to step up any simple outfit. I loved pairing it with this Camel Cardigan and Boyfriend Jeans. The green looks so pretty against the neutral tones!
To see more of my partnership with Gigi New York, be sure to check it out here. Oh and save 10% when ...
Pink Neutrals
If there's one this I have a lot of, it's cardigans. I am a teacher after all, so I guess it fits the stereotype right? All joking aside, cardigans don't have to look frumpy. They can easily be the most versatile piece in your closet. I love that a cardigan can transform your entire look, especially like this one from ASOS. This long cardigan (under $50!) is a piece that I wear on the weekends or at work with these pants (my favorite ever!). The weather last week was glorious, and I couldn't wait to wear these lighter layers. It was nice to spend the day outside without having to tote around a heavy coat. This is definitely going to be a piece that I wear (all the time) this spring.
Also, I want to mention that you can grab this bag for 50% off! There's only a few left in this color, but I really like the brown or white. You can see me sporting here, here and here. Happy shopping! xx ...
Summer Layers
Layers shouldn't limit themselves only to Fall. Pairing lightweight fabrics and breezy materials with stylish separates is a great way to transition from the heat to the air-conditioning. Even in Dallas, I find myself reaching for an airy scarf or lightweight cardigan. This is one of my favorite looks because it can easily be worn from work to play or vice versa. Old Navy has an amazing selection of Summer Cardigans and layers for Summer. How do you layer during this season?
WEARING: Old Navy Lightweight Boyfriend Cardigan | Ann Taylor Loft Twist Neck Tank | Ann Taylor Cropped Pants | J Crew Golden Keeper Belt (on sale!) | Charles David Pact Pumps (under $100!) | Accessory Concierge Tessa Drop Earrings (super lightweight!) Also loving this pair from Bauble Bar | Gorjana Griffin Kyle Bow Necklace c/o | Oia Jules Double Trouble Necklace c/o | Bauble Bar
Stripes By The Pool
One of the (many) perks of attending the Reward Style Conference last weekend was the amazing venue. We stayed in The Joule Hotel in Downtown Dallas and it was absolutely gorgeous. There wasn't too much down time during the conference, but when we had a couple hours to spare, we went straight to the pool. This Anthropolgie Striped Tunic was the perfect top to relax by the pool. You may have notice I love this top (and wear it a lot)...it's the perfect tunic! I already bought the cream version too. You can never have too many stripes in my book!
Anthropologie Darcy Striped Tunic | Old Navy Rockstar Skinnies (size up!) | Kelly Wynne I Duffle Dare You Bag | Forever 21 Aviators | Michael Kors Runway Watch | Espadrille Wedges ( Similar Michael Kores Wedges, Similar Clarks Wedges (sale!) ) | Kendra Scott Paige Ring | Lola James Sure Shot Necklace c/o | Spike ...
Spring Neutrals
It's official. Spring is here...finally! While it may not feel like Spring in some parts, Dallas is definitely feeling the warmer temps. When the weather heats up, I always reach for lighter colors, like pastels or neutrals. Typically all the bright or pastel colors are popular for Spring, but this year the runways have been filled with creams, blushes, and golds. I love the simple and subdued color palette. I’m a neutralist at heart, so this outfit is going to get a lot of love this season. It just feels so fresh.
When wearing neutrals, I always try to incorporate some type of color in my look. Whether bold or simple, it's an easy way to give your look a pop of color. Ell and Emm's jewelry caught my eye and I couldn't resist these Evil Eye Double Wrap bracelets. They are the perfect amount of edge and give just the right amount of color.
What looks are you excited for this Spring? Do you go for brighter colors or are you loving the shades of neutrals?
