weekend transition

{ What I Wore to weekend: J.Crew Factory breton stripe tee (now on sale for under $40!) + wrap skirt // Converse sneakers // Coach bleecker bag ℅ Dillard's Green Hills // Gap jean jacket // Ray Ban aviators // pearl necklace - gift from my sweet Valentine! }

All Photos | Kate Davis Photography

I loved this skirt so much for work (outfit here), that I couldn't help but wear it for the weekend too!
Officially adding this skirt to my list of FAVORITES - along with this most perfect striped shirt (seriously, this is stripe perfection), lived in denim jacket, & classic chucks.

What have you been transitioning from work wear to weekend wear?

dirty hands

Ok, I have learned my lesson. Working around children is dirty, regardless of your intentions. I swear, I simply walk close to a 7th grader & my clothes instantly have mysterious stains on them. I loved wearing this outfit to work, but not only were my feet crying by the end of the day, this whole thing is now bound for the dry cleaners. Back to the drawing board for finding my teacher style!

{ What I Wore to teach: J.Crew Factory silk blouse // skirt ℅ Lulu's // earrings ℅ Admiral Row // ShoeMint pumps // Coach purse ℅ Dillard's Green Hills }

all photos | Alyssa Torrech Photography

See how I also wore this feminine skirt for a date night look. 

Does your work have unforeseen style challenges? Anyone else working with kids & have tips on how to keep your clothes smudge proof!?

babes who brunch

{ What I Wore to brunch: Paige Denim jacket // J.Crew graphic tee (old, see my picks for graphic tees below) // Old Navy jersey pencil skirt // DSW booties // Coach purse ℅ Dillard's Green Hills // Ray Ban sunglasses // silver necklace ℅ Le Tote // freshwater pearl necklace handmade by my mom // iPhone case ℅ Iconemeis // new lipstick shade alert: Laura Mercier stick gloss in "Poppy", from Private Edition }

all photos | Zipporah Photography

Picture heavy, word light post today. I wore this outfit to brunch with my lady friends & it was one of those ensembles that I just felt GREAT in, for no reason in particular. Some how the combination of these pieces just clicked.

Speaking of brunch… The Nashville brunch scene is ON POINT these days… add South to your must-try list, the bottomless bloody's are the beginning to your next Sunday Funday.

Also, what are we calling these shoes? Mules? Shooties? Peep toe booties? This is like the shoe version of that that confusing wine/oxblood/cranberry color debacle of a few years ago!

Doing what I do best… 'gramming! Do you follow along with my Instagram? It will be honeymoon style central here in just a few days!

P.S. Please take a second to vote for me in the Levi's short styling competition! It would be a wonderful wedding present from you guys to win… not-so-subtle hint hint!

all tied up

{ What I Wore to teach: J.Crew Factory dress* // Gap cardigan** // vintage belt (similar) // ShoeMint Pumps // Coach purse ℅ Dillard's, Green Hills Mall (currently on sale for $100 off!) }
*J.Crew Factory is now up to 50% off everything! Prices as marked.
**Gap is currently having a 20% off your entire purchase sale, use code "GAPNEW"

all photos | Zipporah Photography

This dress is my ultimate work-to-play piece. I wore it to teach all day & then to the Dillard's handbag event I hosted at night. I'm still teaching in heels, but all the veteran teachers are telling me that that will end soon… I guess only time will tell.

Also, I'm going to go ahead & warn you guys that I might be absent from social media, blog commenting, or everyday updates over here for the next couple of weeks. We are now 25 sleeps out from the wedding & I am trying to enjoy these last few days as much as possible while getting all the things on my giant to-do list crossed off as well. I don't want to wish away any of these precious moments!

in the bag

{ What I Wore: Gap denim jacket // scarf ℅ Boden (same print in a gorgeous beach wrap) // Ann Taylor skirt* // Coach purse ℅ Dillard's // Target wedges (similar) // J.Crew silk tank }
Psst… Get 40% off your Ann Taylor purchase now!

all photos | Zipporah Photography

I have found the Spring bag of my dreams - soft leather, my favorite neutral (warm gray), slouchy shape, & all the pockets I need + more.

If you are looking for your Spring bag, be sure to come visit me this Thursday at the Green Hills Mall Dillard's! From 5 - 9 pm I will be hanging out in the handbag department, talking about Spring trends, & helping you pick out your next dream bag.

Even better, it's time for Dillard's Handbag Trade-In Event. Bring a bag to donate & get up to $50 off your next purchase (which I will help you find!!). All donated bags will be given to Operation Stand Down, a local military charity. This organization centers their mission around assisting former vets & their families. The donated bags will go to female vets who have been given housing in the Nashville area, & need the adequate interview + lifestyle materials.