It’s Friday, so y’all know what that means! It’s time to link up with Erika, Andrea, and Narci to let everybody know what some of my favorite things are right now!
FAVORITE #1: MADELEY JAMES SHULL
I’m sure many of you follow my friend Shay’s blog, or at least follow her instagram account. If you do, then you know that last week they headed to China to add another sweet girl to their family! LOOK AT THIS PICTURE! Just 20 months ago, Ashby was the new addition to the family that was unsure and frightened. And look at her now! Protectively putting her arm around her new baby sister! Click HERE and read Shay’s last several posts to learn about their adoption journey to get sweet Madeley!
FAVORITE #2: The OU GAME
Carter’s 8th birthday was on Saturday, so we took him to his first OU game! We’d only been there like 5 minutes, and we were walking down the street headed to Campus Corner when he said “I am already having a blast!”. We will definitely be taking him to another game soon! Here’s a pic of our little family right before the game.
These boys were having the time of their lives!
Carter watched a good portion of the game like this. With his arm around his Daddy. 😉
But he loves his mama too!
We left McKinney to head to Norman about noon, walked around Campus Corner, showed him some campus landmarks, headed to the stadium, and left right to head back home right after the 3rd quarter (we were WAY ahead). We got home a little before 1:00 a.m. and the kid didn’t sleep in the car at all! It was a great day!
FAVORITE #3: CARTER’S BIRTHDAY
So, like I said, this little guy turned 8 over the weekend. WHERE DOES THE TIME GO? And that sweet little baby you see here all swaddled up on his birthday…..
…is all grown up now and wanted a laser tag party! With 18 other boys ranging in age from 6-9. OH. MY. WORD. I will say this, it was an experience. 😉
These boys mean business. 😉
FAVORITE #4: Reader E-mails
Do you remember when I posted this outfit a couple of weeks ago?
Well, I received a reader e-mail about this outfit this week:
Hey Sheaffer! I wanted to send you a note on one of your cute outfits. Just maybe your readers might want to know they work for older and fuller gals ???? I am 50 and 5’3 and wear 10-12’s and large and extra large. I love this look! I am hooked on your ideas. Thanks for keeping me young at heart with my wardrobe. – Sandy
Thank you for the e-mail Sandy (and for letting me share it with everybody)! Look how DARLING Sandy looks in the outfit!
crinkle dress/ similar jacket / exact necklace ON SALE for ONLY $12.06!/ similar grey booties with fantastic reviews- open toe grey booties ON SALE!/ similar cognac tote
Get Sandy’s look for yourself here:
FAVORITE #5: The J Crew Collaboration with Nordstrom
If you follow me on social media (follow me on facebook HERE and instagram HERE), then you already saw me talk about the collaboration between J. Crew and Nordstrom! It’s the bold colors and tailored pieces you love from J Crew, with the customer service and free shipping/returns from Nordstrom! Click HERE to see the entire J Crew collection. Here are some of my favorites.
green cardi / leopard sweater shell /gingham shirt /navy silk ruffle shell /white jeans all day tote / pink cardi
FAVORITE #6: MY NEW CROSS FRONT TEE
So THIS TEE is definitely a new favorite. You definitely have to wear a cami with it (you can see mine peeking out in the below pics), but it’s not nearly as low as it appears in some of the online pictures. It drapes perfectly and I love the cross front detail. It’s great with my regular old blue jeans, but I’ll also be wearing it with my black jeans as well! Size Reference: I sized up and am wearing a medium in the tee (I wanted the draping to be slouchy and not fitted).
A reader pointed out to me on facebook that it says Dry Clean Only. I hadn’t seen that, so I washed it and dried it all the way. Oops! But it came out perfectly! I probably will just toss it in the dryer for like 10 minutes from now on, and then hang it to dry the rest of the way. OH, and I’m not doing a 1/2 tuck here. It’s shorter in the front, longer in the back, and just drapes like this naturally!
Use the code AZUL20 for 20% OFF the necklace at Accessory Concierge. Use the code PTMTSAVE10 for 10% OFF your entire order from Barrington Gifts!
cross front tee /$12 cami / turquoise necklace c.o. Accessory Concierge / similar jeans / shoreline converse / savannah tote bag c.o. Barrington / turquoise bracelet from stack c.o. Accessory Concierge / Be The Light bracelet c/o Smallwood Home
Get The Look For Yourself Here:
And let’s take a look at this Be The Light bracelet care of Smallwood Home. I just love it! It’s simple, goes with everything, and I of course LOVE the message. I have a giveaway coming up with this awesome company next Friday, so stay tuned for that! The turquoise bracelet is part of THIS stack from Accessory Concierge.
FAVORITE #7: THIS TWIST FRONT BLOUSE
So I already showed you this top in neutral with my AG jeans, a colorful colorful jasper and drusy necklace, and booties last week (see that outfit HERE)! And today you get to see the Fig color! Now heads up on the shirt…when I was working on this post on Wednesday night, a ton of sizes were sold out in each color…but this morning they all look to be re-stocked. I’m telling you, I LOVE THIS TOP. YOU WILL LOVE THIS TOP. If you want to try it for yourself, do so before your size is gone!
TIPS ON THE TOP: I first ordered it in the sphinx, and I loved it so much that I also ordered it in navy, fig, and olive….but only planned on keeping one of the colors. Well, I’m keeping the olive and the fig. The navy is pretty, but it’s VERY dark, and I wanted it to be more of a true navy rather than a really dark navy. I think I would just prefer the black to the navy. I’m wearing a small in the top and there’s plenty of room. However, I wouldn’t have wanted to size down because it drapes perfectly.
And I love it with my AWESOME NEW NECKLACE.
twist front top / my favorite jeans ever / orbital pendant necklace / my lace up flats, almost sold out (solid color lace up flats HERE) similar animal print lace up flats / earrings (mine are the brown mother of pearl, but they just look like a gorgeous golden color!) / watch / multi-strand bracelet
You’ll see this outfit on me next week, but you can get the look for yourself here:
FAVORITE #8: THE NECKLACE
Told you it was a favorite! My tee and shorts are both sold out (sorry), but I thought the necklace totally cuted (act like it’s a word) this basic tee and shorts outfit up!
orbital pendant necklace / shoreline converse
FAVORITE #9: FRIEND RECOMMENDATIONS!
My hairdresser Amanda was telling me on Wednesday how THESE are her favorite booties. She tried to get my booties (the perforated ones from Lucky), but they were sold out…..so she ended up with THESE instead. And she loves them! She vacationed in Colorado over the summer and said she walked all over the place and that they were super comfy!!!! They come in 10 different colors (either leather or suede) and have fantastic reviews online!
FAVORITE #10: Tops for Leggings
So once fall is REALLY here, you’ll find me in leggings and long tops a lot. I found THIS one from Anthro and had to try it on within minutes of getting it (didn’t even bother to run an iron over it)! It’s on backorder right now, but I still thought some of you want to see it, because I’m guessing we won’t be wearing it until after October anyway. I sized up to a medium so it would be long enough. REMEMBER: When wearing leggings, ALWAYS REMEMBER TO COVER YOUR CROTCHAL AREA, ladies! 🙂 I’m wearing a small in the leggings, so they are true to size.
pink peplum top (20% OFF today!) / beaded fringe pendant necklace/ earrings/ MUST HAVE leggings / similar boots
Get The Look For Yourself Here:
And y’all! As of this morning, you can get 20% OFF your Anthro order with the code FALLPERK! Click HERE to shop! I am loving THIS dress and THIS plaid blouse! I think the sale might just be Friday, so if you’ve had your eye on anything, now is the time!
And please know, I’m on the hunt for other tunic tops, but I’m having trouble finding any that I like! I’ve ordered 5 to the house, and I’ve taken them all back! THIS one is from 2 years ago and appears to only be available in petite right now, but it’s a great one. I have a regular small in it, so if 5’4″ or over I don’t think the petite will work for you.
Here are some tunic choices that look like they have potential:
Have a wonderful weekend with your family and friends!
Erika Slaughter says
Now I remembered the other thing I was going to talk to you about…Carter’s birthday!!! It looks like he had a blast at the game and 18 boys with laser guns are any boys’ dream. Right? 😉
Narci says
Luke had the best time at Carter’s birthday party!! Also, love that y’all went to OU on Saturday! Looks like Carter had a blast! Xo
Stephanie Simon says
I really like that cross tee! Do you have it in a half tuck?
Sheaffer says
Hi, Stephanie! No half tuck! My tee is in the washing machine right now….but it must have a bit of elastic in the front because it just stays up like that! I love it so much. So flattering! xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
Brittany Boeling says
I have that fig blouse and it might be my favorite blouse ever! I too ordered it in additional colors and have the olive and navy. The navy is dark, but I still really like it. I also have those booties that your hair girl talked about and completely agree that they are very comfortable. I’m going to need that cool brass pendant necklace for sure!
Shells says
I bought that gray Caslon tumic at last year’s nordstrom sale and love it!! It was my go to top to wear with both leggings and skinny jeans. I like that you can easily dress it up with jewelry and boots or down with sneakers!
Sara says
I must have ordered/bought about 10 pairs of taupe booties until I found some that worked for me. (Not too high, wide enough, comfy enough, etc.) The Lucky ones you showed today were the winners! So comfortable!
Sheaffer says
Good to know, Sara! Another great endorsement!!!! xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
Kristen says
Okay, fine. I’ll go to Nordstrom today. That crinkle dress!!
Karen Canfield says
How did I miss that you are OU fans? I was reading along and there was your story about your kiddo’s birthday and last week’s game and Campus Corner. I read everything you post and swear I buy half of it! I knew you lived in Texas but now I’m excited to know you come to Norman! I’ve lived in Norman forever and never miss a home game. Section 9, rain or shine and everything in between. You’re lots younger than me but I love your style and when I copy you, I don’t feel so old! ???? Anyway, Boomer Sooner!!
Sheaffer says
Hi, Karen! Yes! My hubby and I both went to OU!!!! Thanks for the sweet words! xoxo, Sheaffer
Lindsay says
The blue tunic from Loft you tagged at the end is the best! Since it’s from Lou and Grey, it’s made of the softest material-seriously, it’s a dream! Wish they had it in more colors than just blue and black #allthecolors
Jody says
Darn it! Wish I could’ve run into you in Norman!! Would’ve made my day!!
Colleen says
Sheaffer…I love your fashion advice and ideas! I am turning 49 and your ideas can be great for woman in their 20’s to women my age – thank you so much!! Keep doing what you’re doing! 😉
Sandy…wow! You look amazing in that dress and jean jacket outfit!!!!
Karen says
Go Sandy, you look fantastic! I too am and older, fuller reader but love your advice it keeps me looking and feeling young.
Karen Grissen says
Hi Scheaffer, first off thank you for sharing the picture of Sandy. That could so easily have been me in that photo as I am 54 and, ahheemmmm, fuller figured. I loved that adorable dress on you and the overall look but didn’t purchase it because I didn’t think the dress would look very good on me. Sandy looks FABULOUS and definitely has me second guessing that dress. The twist front top I ordered again was going to do Sphinx but didn’t think the color would look that nice so I went with Navy, LOVE it so much I decided to take a gamble on the Sphinx. Man was I wrong the color is sooooo much better in person, another hit and now I’m thinking about getting the fig color as well. aaacckkk! Also ordered the the fun zippy boots Amanda did quite some time ago and they were backordered. Just got them yesterday and I love them! So comfortable and true to size as far as I’m concerned.
I’m giggling at the thought of one big photo of all of your minions dressed alike. :o)
Melissa says
Is the fig color purple-y or more wine colored? I have the wine colored Lush tunic from last year and didn’t want them to be too similar! Oh and I have the Lucky perforated boots AND two pairs (brown and black) of the zippy Lucky boots! Love them all!!!
Sheaffer says
Hi Melissa! I would say it’s more wine….but it does have some plum undertones…more than the LUSH tunic. Hope this helps! xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
Sarah says
Love that you included the picture of your reader, Sandy. She looks darling!
Kelsey says
You all are too cute at the football game!! Happy Birthday to Carter! Can’t wait to see what tunics you find!!
Dana says
Any idea which booties work the best for someone with really small ankles? I am so tired of trying them on except to get a really good laugh!
LeAnn says
I, too, would like to know which booties work best for those of us with really small ankles. Thanks!
Jen says
So sad the fig is sold out in my size!! Is the Sphinx more of a gray or white?
Sheaffer says
Hi, Jen! I think I would say it’s a light taupe! Hope this helps! xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
Kathryn says
How adorable is Sandy! Carter is the cutest OU fan around! So glad y’all had a fun trip!
Andrea says
Fashion SOS….I ordered the BP Tandem bootie in plum, but now that it’s arrived, I am SO on the fence. I didn’t realize they were distressed on the toes and backs, and I am afraid people will just think they’re old. Have you seen them up close, and if so, thoughts?!!?
Sheaffer says
Hi, Andrea! I don’t think they look old at all, and I have seen them up close. I think people will know that’s the style because there are lots of booties out right now with a similar look. However, if you are that worried about it, you should take them back! You don’t want to never wear them because you are always worried! xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂
Lori H says
Darn it! I put the Orbital Pendant necklace in my shopping cart and went back today and it’s sold out 🙁 Please let us know if you find that it is back in stock! I love that whole outfit 🙂
Sheaffer says
I definitely will, Lori! xoxo 🙂
Laura Spangler says
Do you think the Lucky perforated boot will ever be back in stock. I can’t Un-see those boots, all pale in comparison.
Sheaffer says
Hi, Laura! I have no idea! I’m hopeful, but nobody has given me reason to think they will. xoxo, Sheaffer
Katie says
I’m at work and cannot stop bawling now that I’ve gotten into that adoption story!
sharon Johnson says
Hello, I love following your blog, I subscribed but this week I have not received emails from the blog, just wondering, thanks Sharon
Sheaffer says
Hmmmm, I don’t know Sharon! I will look into it! xoxo, Sheaffer 🙂