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by Olivia

Nordstrom Sale: Women’s Clothing

Welcome to my Nordstrom Sale blog post!! The sale is now LIVE for everyone!!! Some of the pieces from my try on have sold out in a lot of sizes, but I’m hoping for some restocks soon!

Before I start, I want to say a big THANK YOU to those of you who shop through my links when you buy something that I post. It means the world to me because I know it is sometimes easier to shop blogger’s posts when they have the “swipe up” feature on Instagram. I promise I only post things that I actually love or believe in and I appreciate your support SO MUCH! Ok, here are my picks.

Heather High Waist Distressed Skinny Jeans, Main, color, Newark

1.) Articles Of Society High Waist Distressed Jean / $44.90. I really liked these jeans! True to size- I wore a size 27. These are a great trendy jean option for fall if you don’t want to spend $150 on a trendy designer jean (like me!!).

Verse Tie Back Top, Alternate, color, Spiced Rose

2.) Madewell Verse Tie Back Top / $32.90. I loved this top! It comes in navy and ivory too.

Quarter Zip Sweater, Main, color, Heather Grey

3.) Love By Design Quarter Zip Sweater / $35.90. OMG!!!! This has got to be my favorite thing from the sale that I got this year!!! I’m so obsessed with the fit, style, and material. It reminds me of those 90’s movies with Julia Roberts and those sexy casual looks she would wear! Beyond obsessed. True to size (I got a small).

4.) Levi’s 501 Taper Ripped Boyfriend Jean / $85.90. Omggg!!!! These are the most flattering boyfriend jeans I have ever tried on. I was skeptical at first because honestly- boyfriend jeans can sometimes make my figure look kind of blah. I am curvy on the bottom and I love these boyfriend jeans because they still give your booty some shape and aren’t totally baggy back there! I sized up to a 28.

Rugby Shirt, Main, color, Orange Oak Rugby Stripe

5.) BP Rugby Shirt / $38.90. I loooooove this top!!! I haven’t seen any bloggers that I follow post this one yet, so I was so excited to try it on! This is a great transitional top that you can wear with jean shorts now and your boyfriend jeans later! It does run big- I tried on the XXS and purchased the XS.

Thermal Henley Top, Main, color, Heather/ Charcoal

6.) Thermal Henley Top / $24.90. I tried this on in the camo which is SO cute, but currently sold out! Don’t worry though- they usually do several restocks during the anniversary sale, so I will let you know on Instagram when they restock! I would still recommend ordering one of the solid colors of these henley tops. They are soooo soft and flattering. I will be wearing this shirt 24/7 this fall. True to size for a fitted look, or size up for a cute oversized look with these.

Goal Digger Sweatshirt, Main, color, Heather Grey

7.) Goal Digger Sweatshirt / $25.90. I love this sweatshirt!!! Great casual weekend wear and it reminds me of Wildfox!

High Waist Cutoff Skinny Jeans, Main, color, Dark Wash

8.) High Waist Cutoff Skinny Jeans / $42.90. I found my new go-to jeans!!!! These are sooooo flattering, lift your booty, and are comfy (but not too stretchy). Do yourself a favor and order these!!! They look like premium designer jeans for just under $43. True to size and a no brainer!!

Misty Asymmetrical Dress, Main, color, Balsam Green

9.) Misty Asymmetrical Dress / $41.90. This dress is a STEAL!!! So flattering and pretty material. I got this in a size small and can’t wait to wear it to dinner at the beach, and I might even dress it up with heels for a wedding in August. Also comes in a light blush color!

Fleece Lined Corduroy Jacket, Main, color, Brown Cattail

10.) BP. Fleece Lined Corduroy Jacket / $49.90. I am so excited about this find!! I was looking for a jacket like this all last fall/winter. It is a bomber material in the inside, so it is definitely more substantial than it looks. I wore a size small and I’m beyond obsessed with this jacket!! So much cuter in person, too.

11.) SPANX Faux Leather Leggings / $66.90. I own these and wore them probably 4x a week this fall/winter/spring. I wear a size small in these and they are the most flattering pants I have EVER put on! You can wear them casual with a t-shirt knotted up and sneakers, or dress them up with a cropped sweater and boots. These are a must have in my opinion!!

12.) ZELLA Live In High Waist Legging  / $35.90. Another legging that I cannot live without. These leggings are more for exercise purposes and for running errands around town etc! But they are my FAVORITE!!! If you don’t have a pair of black athletic leggings, buy these now and thank me later! True to size.

13.) WACAOL Perfect No Wire Contour Bra / $39.90. Y’all. I was praying this would be on the sale! This has been my favorite bra for the last 4 years!! I will never wear an underwire bra- I HATE them!!! This bra is the most comfortable, flattering bra. It gives you a really nice shape, but doesn’t have “padding”. It is also SUPER supportive. This is the only bra that I can wear all day long without it bothering me. I cannot believe the sale price!! I am going to order the darker color at this price. Try this bra for sure. True to size.

End on End Sleep Shirt, Main, color, White

14.) J.Crew Sleep Shirt / $44.90. We wore these sleep shirts while getting ready for my friend Liz’s wedding! They were soooo cute!! This is a great idea for bridesmaids gifts or for yourself :) Also comes in blue. I have a size small.

Herringbone Indoor/Outdoor Rug, Main, color, Navy

15.) Herringbone Indoor/Outdoor Rug / prices vary based on size. I have this rug in my guest bedroom and it’s one of my favorite rugs in the house!!! It’s one of those rugs that after you buy, you want in every other color (they have so many fun ones!!) and in every room. I am considering getting it for our porch since it is indoor/outdoor! I bought this during the sale last year, and I’m SO glad that I did. I have the 6×9 size.

Amsterdam Bohemian Area Rug, Main, color, Medium Gray

16.) Amsterdam Bohemian Area Rug / prices vary depending on price. I have this rug in the “medium grey” in my living room layered on top of a jute area rug. It looks SO good. I want to move that color down to the media room/basement, replace with the “sky blue” color for our living room, and buy the “aqua” color for our master bath (we have a lot of teal and aqua in there!). At the rate I’m going, I will this rug and the last one in every room in my house- lol! I have in 5×8. I have a rug by this same designer in my master bedroom and it’s just so high quality/design at such a low price point. Definitely recommend.

Jane Leather iPhone X Crossbody Case & Pouch Set, Main, color, Black/ Pewter

17.) Bandolier Leather iPhone Crossbody / $123.90. OMG!!! I have been obsessed/wanting one of these for a while. Backstory: last August, I went to the Titans preseason game with some friends to watch our guys play against them. Someone there had one of these on & I HAD so ask her where she got it! It’s so genius because you can wear them to games (perfect size), running errands, or out on the town. It’s a phone case that carries your cards and also has a little crossbody pouch attaches. The pouch is removable which I love! Definitely a cool piece to have.

More coming soon!

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Aerie Try On

Hi guys!! Here are the links to all the items from my Aerie try on. They are having a great sale right now, and I love everything I got!! Click text links or images for product page. Love y’all!!

AERIE Vintage Beach Fleece // $19.97. Love this!! They have lots of great colors. 5 star reviews. I am in a small and could have done a medium for an even more oversized look. Great for beach or lake nights. Also comes in this Bondi beach graphic print that is super cute!Product Image

Aerie Real Soft Tee // $11.97. Omg. They aren’t joking when they say REAL SOFT tee!! This thing is so soft and comfy. I sized down to an XS for a more snug fit, but I would say it’s true to size. They have other neutral colors too!Product Image

AERIE Inside-Out Beach Fleece // $15.98. I absolutely love this beachy sweater! It comes in 6 other colors and is so flattering and easy to throw on with jean shorts or over a bikini. This is a wardrobe must have!Image for the product

AERIE Rings One Piece Swimsuit / $19.99. I love this one piece so much!! I don’t really own another one piece and I felt really good as soon as I put this one on. Definitely a must have for right under $20, and it comes in several other colors. These swimsuits are great because they also come in “long” sizes for my tall girls!!Image for the product

AERIE Real Soft Ribbed Tank / $10.77. Love this tank so much!! The white one I am wearing in my try on is only available in two sizes online, but they have tons of other colors available in every size like this pretty green color! This is so flattering and soft. Definitely another must have. Image for the product

This floral ruffle maxi dress isn’t AERIE, but I shared on my stories because it’s only $12.37 with the code “EXTRA40” today (along with all their other sale items)!! I wear a small. Floral Ruffle Maxi Dress

Happy 4th and happy shopping!! Xoxo, Olivia

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10 Quick Steps: My Summer Wedding & Events Makeup Look

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DRESS // $78. SHOES // $49. TASSEL EARRINGS // $16. CLUTCH // $50.

We had the best time at our friends Carly and Ben’s wedding a couple weekends ago. She looked gorgeous and his face when she walked down the aisle was EVERYTHING. Anyway, I thought I would share my makeup routine step by step from that night because it stayed ALL night long through the heat and hours of dancing and drinking! Here we go..! (Click text links for the product page.. I only linked to Ulta & Nordstrom- my two favorite places to buy makeup!)

1.) I always prep my skin with this moisturizer ($30, Ulta) and do my brows before starting my makeup routine!

2.) Next I used this lightly tinted bronzing primer ($49, Nordstrom) that has SPF 20, which is great for summer evenings when the sun is still out. This bronzing primer smooths your complexion and adds a sun kissed look before using foundation. I also wear it without foundation for a light coverage look. I will also note that the brand, Colorescience, is VERY good for your skin and I’ve had several dermatologists recommend this brand to me- which makes it easy for me to spend the money on this primer!

3.) I primed my eyelids with this long lasting eye primer ($22, Ulta) in color Painterly! This is a MUST for any wedding or event so that your eyeshadow doesn’t budge or bleed.

4.) I used this $12 eyeshadow palette (Ulta) for my smokey eye. I applied the color “Taken” all over my lower lid and used one of the lighter shades in my crease to blend. I have been using this palette nonstop for the last month or two.

5.) Next I applied my favorite FAVORITE FAVORITEEEEE long lasting photo PERFECT foundation ($48, Nordstrom). I absolutely LOVE this foundation. It seriously lasts all night long and makes your skin look flawless. When I came home from this long night of dancing and drinking (and sweating-yikes), my foundation still looked great! (I wear color Buff.)

6.) I used my paint pot eyeliner ($18, Ulta) next. I applied it along my lash line with an angled brush- any angled brush will work, but I prefer this one– I’ve had it for a while.

7.) Next I applied my $8 waterproof mascara (Ulta)!

8.) I applied this blurring powder as a setting powder ($38, Ulta) in the areas that I tend to get oily. And after applying the blurring powder, I applied my go-to ABSOLUTE favorite dim lighting powder ($22, Nordstrom) alllll over my face with a big powder brush ($30, Nordstrom).

9.) Lastly I applied this matte bronzer ($15, Nordstrom) that I’ve used since high school on my cheeks, jawline, and top of my forehead. After that I applied a little bit of the best illuminating/bronzing powder ($44, Nordstrom) in color Bali Brown on my cheeks for that summer glow with the same brush! To make sure these were blended well, I went back over my face with the big powder brush I used earlier with the dim lighting powder.

10.) Lastly I applied my tried and true lip products! I used this lip liner in color Whirl to slightly overline my lips and my favorite gloss in color Ballet Pink ($9, Ulta) for the past few months!

And voila!! That probably sounded like a lot of work, but I did this whole look in less than 15 minutes. Let me know if you have any questions about these products in the comments below!! I will be sure to answer them ASAP! XOXO, Olivia

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Summer Weddings & Events: What to Wear!!

Summertime is finally here!! We have some weddings and events coming up, and I have been on the hunt for the perfect dresses. I’m a huge online shopper, and it can be so hard to tell what a dress really looks like in person. I thought I would take some of the hard work away from y’all and show you 4 dresses in different lengths that I ended up loving for summer events! I’m also sharing my favorite accessories to wear them with, and 2 additional dresses that I don’t own but am confident will work for any summer event! All of these are from Nordstrom which means free shipping (yay!).

You can visit my Instagram stories for a peek at what these dresses look like in person.

1.) NSR Ruffle Hem Minidress (also comes in black and a gorgeous blush!!) / $78. I am in love with this dress!! When I opened the package- I literally gasped with excitement! This is the dress I had been waiting for! It is SO much more beautiful in person than online. The quality is super high, the fabric and fit are gorgeous, and I love it in every color! I wear the size small. I think this would be great for a summer wedding or event!! I ordered the orange which is gorgeous, but if you don’t love orange definitely try this blush pink color. It’s stunning!! It also comes in black which would be great for a cocktail party.

Ruffle Hem Minidress, Main, color, Blush

2.) NSR Gracie Cupro Mid Length Body-Con Dress / $36.90 (RUN!) Oh my goodness. I just love the fit, feel, and color of this dress. It is a soft, flattering material that is double lined- so you don’t have to worry about undergarments showing! You can also easily wear a strapless bra. I wear a size small. I think this dress could be great for a summertime wedding or wedding rehearsal- especially if you dress it up with fancy gold hoops and a gold clutch! It would also be great for any cocktail party or event. This also comes in black! Gracie Cupro Body-Con Dress, Main, color, Cinnabar

3.) WAYF Ruffle Cut Out Maxi Dress / $109. Okay, this dress is unique and a fun change of pace to what I normally wear. I spotted this dress about a month ago in stores and didn’t have time to try on, so immediately went home and ordered it.. that is how gorgeous it is in person!! Immediately after trying it on for the first time, I started noticing that a lot of big time bloggers started posting about this dress- and there’s a reason!! It is SO cute and fun. I wear a small. You will definitely get so many compliments on this dress all night long at any summer wedding you attend!Milan Cut Out Ruffle Maxi Dress, Main, color, Ivory Floral

4.) Leith Racerback Dress / $29. This is my tried and true, go-to summer wedding and event dress. I have worn it countless times in the pink color!! Charity events, weddings, out on the town, birthdays… you name it! I recently ordered the navy pinstripe and wore with gold jewelry and wedges for an engagement party. If you don’t already own this dress, I suggest ordering it in at least one color for the summer! It comes in tons of color options. At $29 and free shipping you can’t beat it! I wear a size small.

Racerback Shift Dress, Main, color, Red Baroque

Accessories that I wore with each dress:

Leith Gold Strappy Heels / $59. True to size, reasonably comfortable for the style, gorgeous fit and color.

Taupe Wrap Heels / $48. True to size, very comfortable, and so cute. Get so many compliments on these!

Chelsea 28 Clutch  / $32. This is the same designer and similar style as the clutch I am carrying-which is sold out right now! Love this option though.

A couple of other dresses (both free shipping!) I was going to order if those didn’t work are:

NSR Coral Tie Dye Chiffon Minidress (also comes in blue!!) / $78. This is the first dress by NSR that caught my eye. If it is anything like their other dresses, the color and detail of this dress will be WAY better than it shows online!! I love chiffon dresses and LOVE tie dye! The shape of this dress is so flattering. If another occasion comes up, I will be ordering this dress. I also really love the blue color- I couldn’t decide which image to use!! Great for summer weddings.

Tie Dye Chiffon Minidress, Main, color, Coral

Off The Shoulder Dress / $52. This dress has excellent reviews and comes in several more colors! I have seen it on some other bloggers and it is SUPER cute on!! Great for outdoor weddings.

Off the Shoulder Dress, Main, color, Atlantis

 

Alright guys, that’s it!! Let me know what your go-to look for summer weddings is, and if you found this guide helpful!! Xoxo, Olivia

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Nordstrom Try On

Hi guys!! As promised, here are all of the links and details on the pieces I posted on my Instagram story today. I tried on soooo many cute things and wanted everything! Topshop is definitely killing it right now! I’ll try to be as detailed as possible about fit, but if you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment on here or message me on Instagram!

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Ditsy Frill MiiSkirt / $55. Love this skirt! This came home with me. I’m wearing a US 4 and it fits perfectly. It is pretty short, so if you are taller than me (5’7), I wouldn’t recommend it. But it is so flattering and I see myself wearing this all the time!! With sweaters, bodysuits, blouses, casual tanks and tees…. you name it!

Rib Camisole / $10. I love this tank so much!! It comes in a bunch of colors and I plan to buy more! I got this olive color to go with the skirt above. I’m wearing a size US 4.

White Ruffle Minidress / $55. Looooove this dress! It comes in several different colors, but I love the white. It is pretty low in the front, and luckily I was wearing this bralette which I actually think looks really cute. Here is a similar bralette that would look just as good! I am wearing a size US 4 in the dress.

Button-Up Cover Up Dress / $52. This is soooo cute for a cover up!! It is a little bit too thin for a dress, but covers more than enough as a cover up! I will definitely be purchasing this. It comes in more colors too!! It reminds me of Free People. I’m in a size small.

Ring Body-Con Dress / $48. Okay, I know this dress is a little sassy- but I am obsessed with it! The material isn’t too thin for a bodycon dress, and I think it would be so perfect for a bachelorette party, birthday party, Vegas, fun vacay…. I love it! I’m in a size US 2. If you are between sizes, size down. I might order this for the birthday party I don’t even have planned yet.. lol!

Underbust Rib Bodycon Dress / $48. Okay.. another sassy dress! I think this would be great for all of the occasions I talked about for the last dress! I’m in a size US 2 and definitely would need a 4. But it is so cute for a special night out on the town!

Cutout Side Midi Slipdress / $50. I felt really good in this dress in person! The fabric is pretty and it could be dressed up with pretty heels for an event, graduation/engagement party, or a wedding! I would get this in the black color option. I’m wearing a size US 4.

Geo Tie Neck Halter Midi Dress / $90. This dress was not great on me, but would be soooo perfect on someone else! It is gorgeous. This style would be perfect on someone thin without curvy hips! The fabric and quality was amazing for an event or wedding. Loved it, just not for me! 

Turner Sneaker / $48. Major shoe crush!!!! I am so obsessed with these in both color combos! Definitely an affordable option if you love the Golden Goose look.

Nike Blazer Mid Vintage Sneaker / $100. I am ordering these right now!! They are SO cute! A classic and will be a staple with skirts, dresses, jean shorts… everything!! Definitely order these if you are looking for a neutral/go with everything sneaker. 

Hotstuff Toe Ring Sandal / $30. I got these in both colors (they also come in brown)!! I’m telling you- these are the perfect sandals. They are simple, chic, COMFORTABLE… everything I have been looking for in a sandal!! I am seriously considering purchasing two more pairs as backups in case something ever happens to the ones I bought. Order these!! You will thank me later. They remind me of the $200+ Ancient Greek sandals everyone loves.Main Image - Topshop Hotstuff Toe Ring Sandal (Women)

Dior Nude Air Luminizer Powder in “Pink Glow” / $56. This might seem random, but I went over the the beauty section and tried on this amazing highlighter after seeing so much hype about it online. It is GORGEOUS!! I cannot wait to go back and get this!Main Image - Dior Diorskin Nude Air Luminizer Powder

Alright, that’s it!! Let me know your favorites!! If you enjoyed this try on post, check out this one from a few weeks ago! Xoxo, Olivia

by Olivia

Random Obsession: PacSun Picks

Hi guys!! I’m so sorry I’ve been MIA. We got a puppy (!!!) and have been spending all of our time with him! But, I wanted to take some time to share a retailer that I have been loving for the past couple of months: PacSun!! I know, I know. When you think of PacSun, you think of “emo” teenagers from 10 years ago. But guys.. Their stuff is SO GOOD! It’s on trend and they have great prices, so I wanted to share my obsession with y’all. Linking some of my favs below!!

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LA Hearts Vintage Band T-Shirt / $12.50. I have been obsessing over this particular brand at PacSun for a few months now!! I love their graphic tees and how affordable they are. I think this one is funny & cute. Would be perfect with destructed jean shorts or some mom jeans. 

LA Hearts Queen Of Swords T Shirt / $12.50. Here is another graphic tee I have been crushing over from PacSun!! I think it would also be cute with mom jeans OR a flirty little skirt! Gingham skirt in picture linked here.

PacSun Favorite Mom Jeans / $59. I have been wanting to purchase these “mom jeans” for a while now! They have lots of amazing reviews & are a great price compared to designer “mom” jeans I have seen. These  would be so cute with the above graphic tees knotted up, bodysuits, crop tops, or lightweight sweaters! (The reviews say they run a little big so keep that in mind when ordering!)

LA Hearts Tie Strap Smocked Top / $26. I love this little top! It would be perfect with the mom jeans. It also comes in an adorable white and light blue!

Motel Rocks Kroes Crop Top / $42. This is another little top that I think would be SO cute with the mom jeans!! The colors are so fun and I love the sleeve detail. It looks like Free People! You can also get the matching skirt & wear it two different ways! 

LA Hearts Tie Front Jumpsuit / $49. I love this little jumpsuit!! It would be perfect dressed up with wedges for summer nights out, or with flip flops for a barbecue or baseball game.

LA Hearts Beaded Layering Necklace / $9. I love this little necklace to complete the whole look!

Adidas Tan Trefoil T-Shirt / $35. PacSun also has some great athleisure options!! I loooove this Adidas t-shirt. It is so cute & you can definitely wear this with joggers or dress it up with a little jean skirt.

Adidas Deerupt Runner Shoes / $120. Speaking of athleisure, I am OBSESSED with these shoes!!! They are just so… COOL! 

Van’s Women’s Blue and Pink Old Skool Sneakers / $65. I also LOVE these little sneakers for spring & summer! I would rock these with dresses, jean skirts, shorts… everything!

LA Hearts Ring Bandeau Bikini / $26 top & $22 bottom. Now for my favorite… swimwear!!! They have some great, affordable swim options. This adorable suit reminds me of old school Victoria’s Secret swim (RIP)! Matching bottoms linked here.

LA Hearts Side Lace-Up Cropped Bikini with High Waisted Bottoms / $26 top & $19 bottom. I love this suit!!! The print is ADORABLE & the cut of the top & bottoms are so flattering. And you can’t beat the price! Matching bottoms linked here. 

Sports Illustrated Swim Ribbed Cropped Bikini / $64 top & $64 bottom. Ok, this suit is a little pricier but I am SO excited because PacSun carries a good amount of Sports illustrated’s new swim line! I think this one is so gorgeous, flattering, and timeless. Matching bottoms linked here.

Alright guys! Those are just a few of the picks I have for you from PacSun. Do you guys ever shop there? Let me know your thoughts & favs from the post in the comments! Xoxo, Olivia

 

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Wish List: For The Home

I love decorating our home! It is so much fun to look for things to fill all of the different spaces. When we moved into this new place last summer, we didn’t bring ANYTHING! Not one thing! We hired Maggie from Lucy & Co to do our living room, dining room, and master bedroom. But, I still like doing some random things myself. I’ve learned that it takes a lot of time and patience to fill every space. There are still so many items that are on my wish list for the house, and I have slowly been checking things off the list. Here are some of the items that are still on my wish list!

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Anthropologie White Dipped Ladder / $98. I am planning to purchase this ladder for the master bathroom!! It is almost identical to this $348 white dipped ladder from Serena & Lily. Since when does Anthropologie make these affordable pieces?! Loving it!

Anthropologie Storage Bath Caddy / $148. I am getting this caddy (eventually-lol) for the master bath as well! I think it will add something extra to the space.. and you can fill it with your favorite candle and bath accessories. 

Anthropologie Blue Marisol Pillows / $98 each. I love these pillows for the master bedroom!! I am hesitant because I love to find a deal, but I might go ahead and pull the trigger on these because I haven’t found any that I love more!Slide View: 2: Marisol Pillow

Anthropologie Chevron Hand Towel / I am planning to get this for our powder bathroom downstairs! We have fun blue printed wallpaper in that space, and this towel will accent the walls perfectly.

Pottery Barn Moroccan Twist Fireplace Screen / $199. We are planning to get this fireplace screen for the fireplace in our living room. I can’t wait! I think it will really make the room look more complete. I also like this $78 option from Joss & Main.

Minted Anemone Art Print / $ depends on size. We are putting this piece over the fireplace in our dining room! I’m so excited to see this hanging. I am all about all blue everything! "Anemone" - Art Print by Denise Wong in beautiful frame options and a variety of sizes.World Market All Weather Wicker Outdoor Chair / $199. I have been eyeing these chairs for so long.. I need to just go for it! I would love to have these as an addition around our outdoor fireplace or by the “spa” area. They look so similar to these $600 West Elm chairs!

Pier 1 Hanging Chair / $249. One more thing I would love to have outside is a hanging chair! This would look perfect in the corner of our covered porch. I’m not sure how functional these are, but they are so cute! From what I have seen, this one is a great price.

That is the majority of my wish list! There are more accessories that I have in mind, but I change my mind on those on a daily basis. What is your approach to shopping for your house? Do you like to do everything at once, or slowly finish each space?! Would love to know your thoughts and tips!! Xoxo, Olivia

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Spring Try On Session

Happy weekend eve, you guys!! Today I went to Nordstrom and I was so shocked when I found SO many good things for y’all! So this post will be a little long.

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Off The Shoulder Stripe Dress / $99. Edit: Sold out!!! I love love love this dress!! Wearing a size small. This is so high quality and looks like it could be $300+. Would be great for a graduation, engagement party, or even a wedding!!img_9533

Soprano Strapless Bodycon Dress / $49. Edit: On sale for $29!! This dress was not my favorite. It was too clingy for me, but I think it would look really good on someone with less curves! In a size small.img_9538

Ruffle Wrap Maxi Dress / $59. This dress is amazing quality for the price!! It is fully lined. I think this would be great for any age, from teens to moms. Moms- this could be a great option for graduation parties coming up!

BP. Mixed Media T Shirt Dress / $49. Edit: On sale for $29!! Love this adorable dress so much!!! Runs a size big. I’m wearing a small and could have gotten an X-Small. 

Ruffle Wrap Dress / $89. The reviews on this dress say it all! It is so gorgeous!! I want this for an engagement party or shower. It would also be great for graduation! Wearing a size small. The fabric is a linen mix. 

Beckett Wrap Dress / $79. Edit: On sale for $47!!! This dress is so cute too!! Also love this for anything wedding related or for graduates. Or just for a fun dinner! In a small.img_9567
Leith Off The Shoulder Crop Sweater / $55. Edit: On sale for $32!! This little sweater is perfection. It is such high quality and the fit is amazing! I’m in a small. Also comes in black! This is perfect for high waisted jeans, maxi skirts, shorts… anything! Shorts linked below!Leith High Waist Linen Shorts / $49. These shorts are unreal! So gorgeous. I cannot believe the price. I’m always a medium in shorts, but these were pretty loose. They didn’t have a small in store, so I’m ordering them! Trust me and BUY THESE!!! They are the perfect “dressy short” and come in more colors!

Leith Distressed White Jeans / $69. Edit: sold out!! These are my favorite white jeans EVER!!! They fit sooo well, aren’t see through, and aren’t stiff. They are stretchy, but the kind of stretchy that still keeps its shape! True to size. Try these!!BP. Raw Edge Tee / $17. Love this t shirt! It is soooo soft and comes in several fun colors. This is a must for spring and summer!BP. Ruffle Sleeve Twist Tee / $29. Love this sweet top! It would look great with high waisted jean shorts!

Topshop Floral Embroidered Check Shirt / $27. Edit: Sold out!! This is soooo cute! I love to wear thick button downs with jean shorts on spring and summer nights! 

BP. Mid Rise Fray Hem Short / $49. Edit: on sale for $29!!! Omg!!! These are my new favorite jean shorts. They are so flattering, cover the bum, and look exactly like One Teaspoon shorts- for half the price. I went up one size.BP. Tie Front Linen Top / $45. This top is so adorable and flattering! It also comes in red which would be so pretty with a tan. I’m in a size small!Cinch Front Top / $25. Edit: on sale for $15!!! This little top came home with me! It is so soft and flattering.. and cheap! I plan to wear it with jeans shorts throughout the summer. HATED this skirt which is why I didn’t link it, ha.Mimi Chica Tie Front Cutout Romper / $39. This romper is adorable!! They don’t have this color online, but they do have it in stock in a cute blue/denim color. I’m in a medium!

Let me know your favs!! Xoxo, Olivia

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Video: My Favorite Smoky Eye Look

Hi guys!! SO sorry it’s been over a week since I’ve posted! I’ve been working on something a little different for this post. I’ve gotten a lot of questions about the smoky eye look I do for a night out, so I thought I would upload a little video on how I do the look. This is in no way a tutorial, I just thought it would be easier to explain the steps and products that I use in a video. I’m also writing out all the steps and linking all of the products below!! Let me know what you guys think!! This is my first time making a video like this, so I promise I will get better with the editing ;)

1.) Before I started the video, I applied my Ultra Repair Cream Moisturizer, Hourglass Dim Light Corrective Primer, and MAC Painterly Eyeshadow Primer.

2.) I used the original Naked Palette on my eyes. Eyelid color: “Gunmetal” using my favorite MAC 217 eyeshadow brush. Outer corner color: “Creep” using my Sigma E55 eye shading brush.

3.) I blend the two colors together with my Sigma E25 blending brush.

4.) After I’m done with my eyeshadow, I apply Christian Dior Airflash Foundation in color “Sand” with my amazing Tarte airbrush foundation brush (this can be used with all types of foundation and is the best foundation brush I have ever used!)

5.) Next, I use NYX Born To Glow Illuminator in color “Pure Gold”. I apply it with my fingers on my cheekbones, tip of my nose, and my top lip!

6.) After I’m done with all my liquid and cream products, I apply Becca Soft Blurring Powder in color “Golden Hour” with my Sigma large powder brush. This is like wearing a filter in real life- ha!

7.) In the video I use my Dusty Rose MAC eyeshadow palette in color “Cool Compliment” with an angle brush to fill in my brows. You can use any eyebrow tool! I also like this NYX cosmetics brow pencil.

8.) Next I do my eyeliner! I use my IT Brushes angle brush to apply MAC fluidliner gel eyeliner in color “Blacktrack”. I also found this gift set including the MAC fluidliner + an angle brush for under $30.

9.) Finally it’s time for bronzer! First I use Benefit’s Hoola Bronzer with my bronze and contour brush by Tarte. I use the same brush to add a little bit of color with Bobbi Brown’s Illuminating Powder in “Bali Brown”.

10.) After I put my bronzer on, I use MAC’s Mineralize Skinfinish in “Global Glow” as a highlighter. This is what makes the whole look pop! I like to use this $8 sheer powder brush from EcoTools to apply it.

11.) Next I apply L’Oreal Voluminous Mascara in “Carbon Black”. You can buy this at any drugstore or Target!

12.) Lastly, I do my lips. I apply my all time favorite lip pencil by NYX cosmetics in color “Natural”. I top it with MAC’s nymphette lip gloss! This is the best lip combination EVER!

And that’s it!! I do not do this look often.. only for fun occasions or going out on a hot date! Let me know what you think of my video and smoky eye how-to! Xoxo, Olivia

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Spring Fever: Favorite Dresses under $40

Happy Monday, everyone!! I officially have spring fever.. there is no turning back! I won’t be buying another sweater or anything cold weather related for a LONG time!! My favorite thing to shop for when the warm weather rolls around is dresses. I love to just throw on a cute dress for hanging with family, date nights, or running errands during the day. I compiled a list of my favorite spring dresses under $40 for you all! Because we all know this girl loves to ball on a budget.. lol ;)

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Ribbed Knit Flounce Hem Dress / $35. I love the cut of this dress!!! It is so flattering, and I love the look of a white dress with a good tan and my favorite gold hoop earrings. You could rock this with flip flops or wedges on a beach vacation & it would look fab either way. I definitely want this for something wedding related!

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Gingham Wrap Dress / $18. This gingham wrap dress has amazing reviews & is in stock in sizes S-XL. I love the versatility of it- you could wear this with wedges for Easter Sunday or a hot date, or you could dress it down with these adorable $19 lavender sneakers for a fun girl’s brunch or shower.

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Palm Print Off The Shoulder Dress / $23. This dress reminds me of the brand Show Me Your Mumu…. at a fraction of the price!! I think this would be perfect for a night out with friends, or even for a spring/summer wedding with these $35 strappy heels.

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Casual T Shirt Dress with Ruched Sides / $20. So sorry for the blurry image; this adorable dress is from Amazon! It has amazing reviews & I love the idea of just throwing this on with my favorite $8 faux leather flip flops & air dried hair. The great thing about this dress is it goes from sizes Small to 3X Plus, so it’s perfect for all sizes! I also think that this dress is appropriate for all ages. It comes in several other colors including black and gray.

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Released-Hem Denim Shirt Dress / $32. I have an older version of this exact dress and I wear it ALL. THE. TIME. It is so adorable & flattering!!! I’ve worn it belted, unbelted, with boots, wedges, sneakers, sandals. You name it. This dress is so versatile and I love how on trend this version is with the released hem look at the bottom. I think this dress would be so cute with these cute $18 sandals for casual days during the spring and summer.

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Olive T- Shirt Dress / $20. I’ve shared this before, but I wanted to share it again because I have this dress and LOVE it so much! My sister has the grey color and I have the green. I love this for spring with a jean jacket. Target is BOGO 50% off with dresses right now, so I thought I’d share a few that I have and love from there. These dresses are so cute in person!!

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Tie Waist Ruffle Sleeve Dress / $25. I have this dress in the gray color, and I promise you in person it looks like something that came from ShopBop or Revolve! The quality is amazing and the fit is great too. I got this in an XS- so size down if you are between sizes. This dress would be so cute with these $25 platform espadrilles.

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Blue Striped Tie Back Dress / $28. This dress is also part of Target’s Buy One Get One 50% Off Dresses sale. I saw this dress in store and it is so gorgeous!!! It gives me major Anthropologie vibes! I love it for baby showers, luncheons, or any spring get together.

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Alright, that’s all I have to share for today!! As you can see, I mostly like to stick to simple dresses that I can wear several different times & styled different ways. All of these dresses are so versatile and would work for lots of different occasions! What are your favorite dresses that I shared? Let me know in the comments!! Xoxo, Olivia