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Valentine’s Day Dress

Dress: WAYF // Shoes: Zara (similar) // Earrings: J.Crew (similar) // Lipstick: NARS

This year for Valentine’s Day, I decided to trade in my typical all black look for something a little more colorful and feminine. I wasn’t really looking for a Valentine’s Day dress when I came across this WAYF dress, but I loved the fit and how easily it could be dressed up. Alex was so surprised when I told him that I picked something besides a black dress to wear for our Valentine’s Day dinner.

This pink wrap dress is currently marked 40% off at Nordstrom, just in time for Valentine’s Day! It fits true to size (wearing a small) and the cut is very flattering. My only complaint is how easily the material wrinkles, as you can see in the photos. The real stress test will be sitting though dinner, and seeing just how wrinkled the dress is when we leave the restaurant. This dress would also be great for a daytime or outdoor wedding this spring. I added my favorite nude sandals, simple gold earrings, and a dark red lip to complete my Valentine’s Day look. Shop some more great Valentine’s Day dresses and accessories below! xoxo

Images via Alex Phillips.

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Valentine’s Day Gifts for Him

1.Ray-Ban // 2. Bose // 3. Jack Black // 4. J.Crew // 5. Chanel // 6. New Balance // 7. Fitbit // 8. Adidas

Yesterday I shared Valentine gifts for her, so today I have rounded up my favorite Valentine’s Day gifts for him. Guys are difficult to shop for, so I included a few more gift ideas in the product links below. xoxo

PS. Alex your gift is not in this guide, stop guessing 🙂

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Cropped Green Sweater

Sweater: J.Crew // Leggings: Hue // Booties: Michael Kors

Happy 2018! I know I missed January 1st, but I took the last few days to reflect on 2017 and create personal goals for 2018. Plus, we have had a (not so) nice little freeze here in Dallas, so there was no way I was taking more blog photos until it warmed back up! I am starting the new year bundled up in this cashmere cropped green sweater. This sweater is so warm and easy to style that I now own it in multiple colors. I am wearing a small, and it is cropped just enough to wear with high waisted pants, but not so cropped that it is revealing. The sleeves are a little long on me, so I rolled them back once and they were just the right length. I paired this cropped green sweater with my favorite leather leggings and classic black leather booties. These Michael Kors booties go perfectly with leather leggings or skinny jeans, and I just love the gold zipper detail on the side. Shop this cropped green sweater and similar sweater below! xoxo

Images via Alex Phillips.

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Oversized Black Sweater

Sweater: Free People // Leggings: Hue // Boots: ASOS // Earrings: J.Crew // Clutch: Rebecca Minkoff

What is better than on oversized black sweater? Okay, I know I probably love black a little too much and the oversized sweater and legging look is really just for comfort, but I seriously love this sweater. I picked up this oversized black sweater on a whim for a football game, which ended up being super cold. I put this sweater to the real test in 40-degree weather, and it was surprisingly very warm. I recommend going a size down in this sweater though. The oversized description is no joke, I am wearing an extra small, and it still fits very large on me. Even after a few washes I have not experienced any pilling or shedding, and the material is still as soft as it was when I purchased the sweater. I paired this oversized black sweater with my favorite leather leggings and black over the knee boots. This sweater also pairs well with skinny jeans or half tucked into a skirt. To complete my look I added my favorite Rebecca Minkoff clutch, and these adorable bow hoops from J.Crew. Shop my all black look below! xoxo

Images via Alex Phillips.

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Last Minute Gifts in Dallas

Christmas is just a week away and unless you have Amazon Prime, shipping is practically out of the question. To help you out if you are in a pinch for a great gift, I have listed some of my favorite last minute gifts in Dallas (sorry if you do not live here).

NorthPark Center gold is the perfect gift for anyone on your list. Your recipient can use the gold anywhere in NorthPark Center (including restaurants) to buy anything they need. It is also a bit more unique than your average gift card, because instead of a plastic gift card this comes in gold coins. Visit the concierge next to Neiman Marcus, across from Eiseman Jewelry to purchase NorthPark gold.

Sugarfina candy makes a great gift for both children and adults. It is a perfect stocking stuffer, or a hostess gift. Sugarfina locations: NorthPark Center, Legacy West, also available at Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and Swoozies.

Williams-Sonoma peppermint bark is one of my favorite holiday treats. A tin of this peppermint bark is the perfect hostess gift. Williams-Sonoma locations: NorthPark Center, Preston Park Village, Stonebrair Center, and Southlake Town Square.

Anthropologie has Capri Blue Volcano candles in all sizes and colors. They are one of my favorite and affordable candles that will fill any space with a subtile fragrance. Anthropologie locations: NorthPark Center, Shops at Willowbend, Southlake Town Square, and Highland Park Village.

J.Crew has a great selection of cashmere sweaters for both men and women that would be the perfect gift under the tree. J.Crew locations: West Village, NorthPark Center, Shops at Willowbend, Southlake Town Square, Dallas Galleria, and Legacy West.

Drybar has great gifts for the girl who likes to pamper herself. Either a gift card to get a blow out, or a gift set for an at home blowout are sure to be a hit under the tree. Drybar locations: NorthPark Center, Shops at Legacy, Grapevine, and Highland Park.

The Art of Shaving has gifts for the sophisticated guy in your life. Either a gift card for a shave, or a kit to let him try a variety of products at home will always make a great grift. Art of Shaving locations: NorthPark Center, Dallas Galleria, Shops at Willowbend, and Stonebriar Center.

Giving the gift of an experience is the perfect gift for those on your list who already have everything they need. Some of my favorite experience gifts include tickets to the Dallas Symphony, cooking classes at Sur la Table, concert tickets, and tickets to see their favorite Dallas sports team (even though Dallas is not doing well this year). Hope you are able to wrap up all your shopping before Christmas Eve and have a wonderful holiday with family and friends! xoxo

Image via Alex Phillips.

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Navy Bow Dress

Dress: J. Crew // Shoes: Marc Fisher

It’s half way through November, and I have been in full Christmas mode! Finding the perfect gifts, wrapping presents, writing cards, and putting together a gift guide for you has taken over my normal “to do” list. I have had very little time to shop for myself (probably a good thing), so when I find a piece that is versatile enough to wear for multiple occasions I immediately buy it.

This navy bow dress is perfect for so many occasions, including the office. It fits true to size (wearing a 0), and it is perfect for cooler months because it is wool. The zipper up the back of this dress makes it easy to put on without having to untie the perfect bow on the front. Since this dress speaks for itself, I only added pearl earrings, a gold cuff, and a pair of gold shoes to complete the look. I have shared these Marc Fisher heels before in tan, and I was serious when I said I was going to buy them in every color. I have never owned a pair of gold shoes, and I decided these would be perfect for upcoming holiday parties. I am a little nervous when I am wear them because if they get scuffed up, I have no clue where to find gold shoe polish. This look can easily transition from the office, to Christmas events, Hanukkah celebrations, and even New Year’s Eve parties. Shop this entire look below! xoxo

Images via Alex Phillips.

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