It’s Friday, so y’all know what that means! It’s time to link up with Erika and Andrea to let everybody know what some of my favorite things are right now.
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LOOK AT THESE BABIES
This pic popped up on my Facebook timehop this week from 17 years ago. Where in the world has the time gone.
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SO THANKFUL FOR GOOD FRIENDS
Carter has some really solid guy friends in his life, and I’m so thankful for them. Enzo was sweet enough to wait for 30 minutes (in the freezing cold) to talk to Carter after his soccer game.
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FESTIVE FINDS
All my finds today are festive for February!
Catch me in these adorable pjs now thru April. They are the perfect relaxed fit, and I love a long sleeve tee and shorts combo. Add in the pink and red color combo and the lips… HOW COULD I SAY NO. Spoiler Alert… I didn’t. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
Stop it.
Stop it right now.
How sweet is this set.
I happen to love this pink, orange, yellow, and green floral (with the contrasting piping)… but I also love the vibrant blue floral option with zebras. I mean, so unexpected and fun. These are sooo soft and cute as can be. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium, but I think I would prefer a small.
Do you want to be festive, but don’t want to wear hearts? Well then, this rose sweater is for you. IT IS DARLING!!! The pink is beautiful and bright and happy, and the graphic red rose is such a fun design. There’s also a creamy white option with a blush pink rose.
I love the subtle puff sleeve and the thick banded hem. I think it’s very flattering.
Now, this sweater is pricey. But as I always say, I tend to add a pricey piece to my closet here and there (if I LOVE it), and it always seems to work out. I find the pieces that I truly love are the ones that get worn the most, so the cost per wear ends up justifying the higher price tag.
For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
rose sweater / blingy heart earrings / similar cross necklace / ankle bootcut jeans / sneakers
NOW LADIES…
They are so SO good.
They were recommended to me by my sister on Christmas Eve. She told me about them several days before I saw her, but then when I saw her on Christmas Eve, I knew I had to have them for myself because they looked so great on her. They look pretty short on the model, but they hit me just where I like them to (just showing a bit of ankle). I’m 5’4″ with long legs and no torso (to give you some reference).
They fit like a glove. But like a really comfy and stretchy glove that still has some structure to it.
I think these are super flattering, and I’m so glad I took a chance on this to new (to me) brand. Thanks for the suggestion, Conner! #connertoldmeto
They run true to size. I’m wearing a 4.
ankle bootcut jeans / sneakers
We all know wide leg jeans are very on trend, and these cream wide leg jeans are so good. They’re Kut from the Kloth (a denim brand we know and trust), and I really like the stretch and overall fit. They’re definitely wide leg, but they still manage to be flattering. For size reference, I’m wearing a 4.
rose sweater / blingy heart earrings / similar cross necklace / cream wide leg jeans / sneakers
This tiny heart sweatshirt is just the kind of top I love to throw on with jeans and sneakers. There’s a light fleece on the inside that’s soft, but not super hot. Since the sweatshirt isn’t thick, you can either wear it out or tuck it in without it being too bulky. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium. If between sizes, I would suggest sizing up because the fit is a bit narrow.
tiny heart sweatshirt / blingy heart earrings / similar cross necklace / ankle bootcut jeans / sneakers
Here’s another sweatshirt. This one is a vibrant red with a pink metallic LOVE in bubble letters. This one has a fit that’s a bit slouchier, but it does have a banded hem. It can be worn pulled down, with the band around the hips, or with a half tuck. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium. I definitely need a medium in the chest, but the shoulders are a bit wide for me (but I know a small would be too small).
LOVE sweatshirt / double heart earrings / ankle bootcut jeans / sneakers
This cute little cropped heart cardigan was an immediate HECK YES for me. The site says it runs large, but I actually think it runs a tad small. I’m in my regular size medium, but if you are between sizes I would say to size up.
I think it’s sweet because of the color and hearts. If pink isn’t your thing, it also comes in a soft powder blue with cream hearts and a creamy white with really soft blush hearts.
If you want some modern denim, these wide leg ankle jeans will fit the bill. I’m loving them. They’re a very soft denim with front pockets, wide legs, and a cropped hem. I’m wearing my regular size 4 (not a petite), but I’m wondering if I would like more of a cropped look, so I’m thinking of trying them in a petite too.
cropped heart cardigan / double heart earrings / wide leg ankle jeans / sneakers
And here it is with the cream jeans…
cropped heart cardigan / double heart earrings / cream wide leg jeans / sneakers
I pulled this short sleeve heart cardi straight out of a vacuum sealed bag, which is why it’s a wrinkled mess. It’s very oversized and I think the fit is kind fun like this, but I would definitely prefer a small (because I think the small will still be oversized). For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
It also comes in a red with white hearts and a white with red hearts. It comes in lots of solid colors too.
short sleeve heart cardi / blingy heart earrings / similar cross necklace / ankle bootcut jeans / sneakers
This playful cardi is ribbed and features little stripes, some colorblocking, and some cutie little hearts. It’s definitely fitted, but although I typically prefer a more relaxed style, I actually like the fit of this one. I’m wearing a medium here and it’s too small for me to wear it all buttoned up, but I like the look worn open over a basic tee.
ribbed heart cardi / white tee / blingy heart earrings / similar cross necklace / ankle bootcut jeans / sneakers
Okay. SO THIS IS CUTE.
A little blue and white pin stripe with tiny red hearts. YES, PLEASE.
It’s a crisp cotton button up. It’s totally classic, but with some festive flare.
For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
This one will be great with white jeans too.
heart button up / blingy heart earrings / similar cross necklace / ankle bootcut jeans / sneakers
If you’re looking for something a little more roomy, this is a great choice. It’s thick, warm, and can be worn open (like you see below) or all buttoned up like a regular sweater. The hearts are different sizes, different colors, and perfectly whimsical. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium, but I think a small would be a better fit (and still roomy).
chunky heart cardi / white tee / blingy heart earrings / similar cross necklace / ankle bootcut jeans / sneakers
This pink and white striped sweater is precious. It’s very lightweight, so it would be great layered under a denim or military jacket, but I think you could wear it by itself all the way into summer. I love the red piping around the collar, sleeves, and hem. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
pink and white striped sweater / double heart earrings / ankle bootcut jeans / sneakers
And with the wide leg patch pocket jeans…
pink and white striped sweater / double heart earrings / wide leg ankle jeans / sneakers
AND NOW SOME OLDIES, BUT GOODIES…
This floral cardi has a bit of a retro vibe, and I dig it. It’s a good medium weight, it’s very soft, and you can see it’s cute worn by itself all buttoned up (on left) as well as open over a tee (on right). For size reference, I’m wearing a small.
floral cardi / white tee / heart toggle necklace / jeans / sneakers
This sweatshirt is adorable. It’s lightweight and obviously super cute for this time of year. I bought a large thinking that it would be long enough for leggings, but it’s still not quite oversized enough for leggings. I would suggest sizing up. See the pic below this one to see the back.
Love Never Fails sweatshirt / heart toggle necklace / jeans / sneakers / tile LOVE bracelets
Look! How! Cute!
This striped sweater is giving J Crew, but it’s from Amazon and just under $40! Pink, red, and stripes is a winning combination in my book. It’s very soft, great quality, and it comes in 24 options (both stripes and solids). For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
striped sweater / heart toggle necklace / jeans / sneakers / tile LOVE bracelets
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NEW MARKDOWNS
blazer on sale…
Okay, this blazer is FABULOUS. I’m about to show it two ways. First up, with denim!
Everybody needs a classic black blazer that they love in their closet (I own this one and LOVE IT), but this brown herringbone one would be a nice addition too. It’s tailored with 1 button, tiny puff shoulders, and a rounded hem. I absolutely love the feminine fit. It’s girly and quite flattering. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
I’m loving my new cognac belt too. You’re going to be seeing this in a ton of outfits (and it made the Top 12 list too)! Actually, so did the necklace and booties!
blazer / short sleeve sweater / Aliyah jeans / cognac belt / suede booties / skinny hoops / coin toggle necklace / matte gold bracelet stack
fair isle cardi on sale…
I’m a sucker for fair isle, but this particular pattern and these colors are really speaking to me. It’s warm and cozy and incredibly cute. And I know it’s expensive, but it is beautifully made, and I know I will wear it for years and years to come. So I think I’ve totally justified the price tag? 😉 For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
fair isle cardigan / white tee / crop bootcut jeans / suede booties / chunky hoops / coin toggle necklace / matte gold bracelet stack
dress on sale…
This tiered hem mini dress is figure flattering with a fitted waist, a deep v neckline, and a short and fluttery tiered skirt. The brown and black floral is very on trend, and I love the bit of volume that the sleeves have. It does lean nighttime because there’s a bit of metallic thread running through the dress that gives it just a bit of sparkle. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
tiered hem mini dress / similar boots / skinny hoops / coin toggle necklace / matte gold bracelet stack
dress on sale…
The body of this dress is lined, which is perfect because lace can be itchy, and this dress isn’t itchy at all! I love the puff sleeve, the sleeve length, the pockets, and where the hem hits on me. It’s tiered and it’s a bit voluminous on the bottom, which I think is so pretty. The black lace makes it classic, but the cut and shape make it a bit modern. For size reference, I’m wearing a small.
I love a dress that slips over your head and that doesn’t have to be zipped up.
tiered lace dress / chunky hoops / black pumps
dress on sale…
Okay, this dress is different than anything else in my closet, and I’m completely in love with it.
IT IS FABULOUS.
Look at all of the tiered ruffles! And the high smocked neck! And the little bit of gold shimmer throughout!
It’s loose fitting, but it somehow manages to be super flattering (I guess because of the cascading ruffles).
For size reference, I’m wearing a small.
chiffon ruffle mini dress / chunky hoops / coin toggle necklace / bracelet stack
dress on sale…
This dress has me party ready! It’s an unexpected color combo with the teal and gold, and I think it’s beautiful. The sleeves are a tiny bit sheer, and I’m loving the bit of volume. It’s got a deep v neckline, a defined waist (with smocked elastic in the back that makes it forgiving), and tiered ruffles on the skirt portion. It’s flirty and playful and fun! For size reference, I’m wearing a medium.
chiffon mini dress / chunky hoops / coin toggle necklace / bracelet stack / similar boots
blouse and skirt on sale…
The floral smocked blouse is GORGEOUS. It is sheer throughout the body and sleeves, so I suggest wearing a cami under it. The colors and the details (the smocking, the ruffle cuffs) are absolutely stunning. Head to the website for an up-close look at the details. For size reference, I’m wearing a small in the blouse. (I originally ordered a medium, but there was way too much fabric, so I suggest sizing down).
The skirt is obviously a perfect match. It has a smocked back waist which make it forgiving and insanely comfortable. The horizontal pintuck pleats across the front of the waist are beautiful, and I’m in love with the ruffly layered skirt. Again, head to the site for an up-close look at the pintuck pleated waistband and the light layers of the skirt. For size reference, I’m wearing a small.
floral smocked blouse / skirt / similar boots / chunky hoops / bracelet stack / similar boots
dress on sale…
If you’re an Aggie, I feel like this double ruffle shift dress is an IMMEDIATE yes. It’s perfect for Game Day. It’s lightweight, has double ruffle sleeves, great detail up top, and a swingy fit. What’s not to love. It also comes in black! It says true to size, so I got a medium. However, I do feel like the medium was a bit oversized, so I think I would prefer a small.
double ruffle shift dress / heart toggle necklace / skinny hoops / similar boots
dress on sale…
This Farm Rio mini dress is seriously fabulous. Period. The end.
And it’s almost $100 OFF!
The colors! The patterns! The easy fit! The tie at the waist! OH MY WORD I love it all.
It’s got a full spaghetti strapped black slip under it, so it’s not see-thru at all. The fit is quite relaxed, but I love how the wide tie can cinch your waist in. Tie it in a knot, tie it in a bow, tie it in the middle, tie it on the side, or don’t tie it at all and lose it all together (because it looks great without the sash too). See it without the tie in the next pic.
For size reference, I’m wearing a medium here. However, I exchanged it for a small and preferred the fit of the small.
Farm Rio mini dress / heart toggle necklace / skinny hoops / similar boots
So here’s the same dress without the wide sash.
Personally, I prefer it with the sash, but this is a great option too! And if you’re a taller gal, wearing it this way could definitely give you some additional length you might need.
Farm Rio mini dress / heart toggle necklace / skinny hoops / similar boots
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WEEK IN REVIEW
Monday’s post was all about Festive February Finds! Click HERE for everything you see below, and then just click on the picture of the item you are interested in. You can find my #1 choice HERE. I also grabbed this sweater, this shirt, and this necklace.
Wednesday’s post was highlighting Avara’s newly dropped Resort collection!
Click HERE to see all my favorites and read all my reviews.
green and blue printed tunic dress / blue and white printed tunic dress / belted dress / abstract print short dress
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That’s all for today, y’all! Have a wonderful weekend with your people!
Shay Shull says
How CUTE are those festive finds?!