weekend reading: 04.16.16

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This weekend why don't you :: go for a white out in a polished dress!

{what you might have missed on Here&Now}

{1.} You might have seen this Old Navy peplum cami popping up all over the place, & it really is that good! I purchased two different prints & styled them here & here - they were the perfect piece to throw on during out recent trip to Asheville! 

{2.} Shopping local boutiques is a former past time of mine that I am trying to get back into - I love seeing the curated selections & meeting the shop owners (as a former boutique employee myself, I have a special soft spot for them!). I recently checked out Soca Nashville here in Green Hills, & styled this safari chic dress & day-to-night romper from their adorable pieces!

{3.} I'm always on the hunt for companies that make amazing products in a way that is responsible & environmentally conscious. Definitely adding Sea Bags to my list of brands that practice #ConsciousConsumerism - their totes made of recycled sails are not only eco-friendly, but durable & stylish! See how I styled one of their new totes for Spring here. 

{4.} I have this polka dot skirt that I love, however it is actually one of my most annoying pieces because people ALWAYS ask where I got it, but I picked it up at a second-hand store & haven't been able to find a similar one... until now! See how I styled my favorite polka dot skirt + find out where you can find one of your own (psst - it's on sale right now!) 

{5.} Teaming up with Banana Republic to show you the buggier side of Spring in this embellished short-sleeved sweatshirt - it is chicer than it sounds :) 

{6.} I'm starting to find my skin-care & beauty routine & sharing my most recent empties & what I will most definitely be refilling soon! Empties + Refills post here. 

{7.} I am definitely a comfort over style girl, but luckily, I've recently found some pieces that are BOTH! This oversized gingham shirt is perfect with skinny bottoms (yes, even leggings!) & this Old Navy slip dress is a secret miracle worker - way better on than it first appeared on the rack! 

{Blogger Inspiration} This week I'm sharing some of my favorite bloggers for real life inspiration, including one of their outfits that is currently giving me all the heart eyes. 

{1.}  Tara of The Mix - My teacher work wear muse! Tara is a mix master of color & prints, and has the most enviable collection of pencil skirts! The floral skirt she is rocking in this post is no exception.

{2.} Shelby of Glitter & Gingham - I love how she styled her long sleeveless vest with a Spring dress! Shelby is my go to for everyday basics with a touch of glam!

{3.} Jen of Skirt the Rules - she is sassy & knows how to add the right amount of pizazz to work & weekend outfits! I love this black & white dress she is rocking in a recent post.

{4.} Krystin of Suburban Faux Pas - this is my #goals read of how to seamlessly mix in wardrobe staples & statement making pieces! The update she gave to her chambray top & white jeans in this post is my recent favorite! 

{5.} Audrey of Putting Me Together - the way Audrey explains how to build a foundational wardrobe is like exactly what I wish I could form into coherent sentences. Her recent review of slacks is so detailed & actually useful!