Mar 22, 2013
I don’t know about ya’ll but Easter crept up on me way too fast this year. This bunny needs to get her tail in gear or we’re going to have empty baskets and nuthin’ to wear to church.
Thank goodness eShakti sent me this dress a few weeks ago. At least I’ll be presentable on Easter Sunday.
[Dress: eShakti/Shoes: Jessica Simpson]
Get Your Pretty Spring Dresses On
Today’s Payday Pretty features pretty, affordable spring frocks for church, brunch, weddings and everything in between.
[Merona Tulip Wrap Dress]
This versatile dress is perfect for just about everything. Dress it up with heels and a bright cardigan or blazer. Wear it on the weekend with sandals. At only $19 you can’t go wrong!
[Soda Fountain Dress]
This dress is one of ModCloth’s top sellers and for good reason. The color is spring perfection and the cut flatters all body types.
[JJ Basics Maxi Dress]
Nothing is easier than throwing on a maxi dress. Update your collection with this stunner in spring’s “it” color. This dress will be the best multi-tasker in your closet. Pair it with wedges and a wrap for dressier occasions or flip flops for an easy weekend or vacation look.
[Floral Print Halter Dress]
This gorgeous frock perfectly marries two trends – mixed prints and a high-low hem. Pair it with nude sandals and delicate jewelry for a fresh look.
If you’re still looking for that perfect pair of spring shoes, don’t worry, I’ve got that covered too.
[Seville Wedge Espadrille – $128]
My J. Crew catalog arrived last week and I quickly fell in love with these pretty neutral wedges. But I wasn’t too keen on forking out $128 on a pair of canvas shoes.
So imagine my sheer delight in spying this even cuter knock-off at Target for almost $100 less!
[Marguerite Wedge Espadrille – $29.99]
Better yet, shoes and handbags are buy one, get one 50% off through March 30th at Target.com! Check out the sale HERE.
Get the wedges, then pick up this pretty floral tote for 50% off.
[Merona Floral Tote]
The Glam Grand $1000 Giveaway
How many new spring dresses, shoes and bags could you buy with $1000? One lucky reader is going to find out.
I’m collaborating with a group of fabulous bloggers to giveaway a $1000 Visa gift card. For your chance to live glam with a grand, enter HERE!
Getting my pretty on with Friday’s Fancies, Six Sisters Stuff, Monday Mingle, Visible Monday, YOLO Monday, Monday Bloom, Monday Morning Gossip, Stylelixir
Mar 20, 2013
Even though it’s brand new, this navy blazer is making feel all old school. You know, like I should be hanging at Bel Air Prep with Will and Carlton.
That’s a Fresh Prince of Bel Air reference for you youngsters.
“In West Philadelphia, born and raised…” I dare you to not finish the rest of that in your head.
Will, of course, famously wore his blazer inside out.
It was still in dress code, right?
Although mine has a pretty lining too, I kept it on the right way.
[Blazer: Kenar (Similar)/Jeans: LOFT/Shirt: H&M (Similar)/Necklace: Target/Earrings: Macy’s/Shoes: Tommy Hilfiger (Similar)]
Heather tagged me yesterday in her five things post, so I thought why not? Looks like fun! Here goes…
Five Facts about Alison
1. I love 90’s sitcoms (see above). My hubby and I have watched re-runs of every episode of Fresh Prince, In Living Color, King of Queens, Golden Girls, Mama’s Family and Designing Women. OK, so there’s some late 80’s overlap in there.
These shows are pure nostalgia. Some of them remind me of living at home and watching with my mom, like Designing Women. Others bring back high school memories. My friends and I used to recap scenes of In Living Color at the lunch table the day after an episode. Fresh Prince brings me back to college days, watching with my roommate and BFF, Danielle. We’ve been best friends since we were twelve.
This is us circa 1993, crazy girls! That’s me on the right…naturally curly big hair, the envy of all the girls back in the day. Thank God for the flat iron.
2. My hubby and I met on a blind date twenty one years ago when I was 18 and he was 21. Even though we were apart for five years (of growing up!) before re-uniting and getting married, I always knew he was “the one”. I truly believe that God created the perfect man for me.
This was taken on our anniversary last year.
3. I grew up in a tiny town in Pennsylvania named Hopewell (population 200). My high school graduating class had only 89 students in it. I’m a first generation college grad.
This is the house that I lived in from the age of four. My parents still live there, which is really cool. I love to visit and sleep in my old bedroom. My kids have a blast there and get to make the same memories, playing in the river behind Mimi and Pappy’s house, taking hikes and doing the things that I did growing up.
4. I’m the youngest of three girls. My sisters both live in the Dallas area too. My oldest sister Andrea moved here first, I followed her right after college and our middle sister Heather moved here five years ago. We spend every holiday together.
Me, my sister Andrea and my sister Heather.
5. Five, hmm. I have to come up with five? I’m just not all that interesting. Oh, here’s one. I was our local “fire queen” in high school. In case you’re wondering what a fire queen is, it’s essentially an excuse to have a pageant in a small town. I made speeches about fire safety and rode on top of fire trucks in parades. I was kind of a big deal with big hair.
There you have it. Five captivating facts about my life. Now onto the fun!
I FEEL PRETTY
It’s time for this week’s I Feel Pretty link party but first let’s take a look at last week’s Pretty of the Week.
She’s Jennae of Green and Gorgeous!
Her chambray, white skirt, turquoise necklace and cobalt blue flats are perfectly tied together with the fun Aztec print clutch. Gorgeous, indeed!
Link up your outfits or anything else that makes you feel pretty. There are just a few simple rules:
1. Follow GYPO. (Facebook, Twitter, Bloglovin‘)
2. Link up your pretty post.
3. Link back to my blog (using the button above or your own link).
4. Visit other pretty peeps.
That’s it! Let the fun begin.
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Getting my pretty on today with The Pleated Poppy, Shanna, Stylelixir, Aloha Friday, Wardrobe Wednesday, Fashion Informant, Six Sisters Stuff.
Mar 15, 2013
TGIF and TGI Payday Pretty!
It’s the day of the week where we get to take a little out of the weekly budget and do something pretty for ourselves. And what could be prettier than flowers?
In this post a few weeks back, I confessed to owning just a single piece of floral clothing. This shirt.
You all were quick to set me straight and tell me it’s time to get on the floral bandwagon (or would that be a float?).
Either way, you’re right.
Floral fashion is definitely having a moment this spring which means there’s no better time for me to stop and smell (or buy) the roses, right? So, I did some virtual shopping this week to find some affordable floral inspiration.
Here are some fresh floral pieces that I’d love to add to my spring wardrobe.
1. Call of the Wildflower iPhone Case/2. Mural Floral Sweatshirt/3. Head, Shoulders, Keys and Toes Scarf/4. Wit & Wisdom Floral Denim (On Sale!)/5. Oh No Floral Heels (On Sale!)/6. Let Down Your Garden Peplum
It’s Your Turn: What’s your favorite way to wear florals? Do you have any floral fashion on your spring shopping list?
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Getting my pretty on with Fashion Informant, Monday Bloom, Visible Monday, YOLO Monday
Mar 13, 2013
Woo hoo! Spring break is finally here.
Our family is enjoying a laid back week of stay-cation outings. We usually plan a short trip but the kids’ sports schedules wouldn’t allow it this year. So we’re making the most of a week off and doing what we can to keep everyone entertained and happy.
Some of our plans this week include visiting an indoor water park, going to a children’s museum, playing laser tag and catching an afternoon movie. I want to look put together but don’t want to think too hard about what I’m wearing. Simple is always better.
Have you heard of 5 ingredient meals? Well, I’m taking that same concept and applying it to create some easy 3 ingredient outfits. Outfits as easy as 1, 2, 3!
Three Ingredient Outfits
Splashing Around
Cover up + Bikini + Flip Flops
Last year was a rebuilding year for my swimsuit collection so I invested in not one, but two Trina Turk bikinis. They come in flattering, yet not too revealing cuts and I love the cute details. Totally worth the spend!
A Day at the Museum
Bright cardigan + Boyfriend jeans + Comfy shoes
Jill at Glamamom turned me onto these Gap Sexy Boyfriend Jeans. They are hands-down one of my favorite pairs of jeans ever and right now they’re 20% off! Get them, you WILL love them.
Laser Tag
Sweatshirt + Yoga Capris + Athletic shoes
Our competitive family loves a good game of laser tag. You better believe I’ll be dressed to win!
An Afternoon at the Movies
Striped knit + Bright denim + Ballet flats
Movie theaters are always a little too cold for my liking. This knit provides just the right amount of warmth.
Are you inspired to create some 3 ingredient outfits? What ingredients would yours include?
I’ll also be carrying this new zipper pouch from Gussy Sews. This pattern is from their new spring collection. The bright coral and turquoise go great with many of the colors in my spring palette. Check out all of their bright, colorful tote bags and accessories HERE.
I Feel Pretty
It’s time for this week’s link party. But first, let’s take a look at last week’s Pretty of the Week.
She’s the sweet and beautiful Lauren of Style Elixir!
Her crisp white jeans, pop of pink and sparkly silver blazer are perfection.
Link up your outfits or anything else that makes you feel pretty. There are just a few simple rules:
1. Follow GYPO. (Facebook, Bloglovin or Subscribe)
2. Link up your pretty post.
3. Link back to my blog (using the button above or your own link).
4. Visit other pretty peeps.
That’s it! Let the fun begin.
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Getting my pretty on with The Pleated Poppy, Random Wednesday, Style Sessions, Wardrobe Wednesday, Aloha Friday.
Mar 8, 2013
Confession: I’m kind of obsessed with nudes right now.
Uhh…
What I really mean is I’m kind of obsessed with the color nude. It’s just so fresh and perfect for spring!
From pumps and nail polish to pencil skirts and blouses, this color is popping up with spring’s pretty pastels and brighter hues as the perfect complementary color.
And I’m totally on board with the trend.
For this week’s Payday Pretty inspiration, I’ve curated some of my favorite $50 and under picks to keep you in the nude.
Fact: Nude heels make legs look miles long.
They also work with virtually everything. Don’t have a pair yet? Let’s fix that.
[Jessica Simpson Nude Pumps]
Nude nails are always in style. Invest in a classic polish like this and save money by not visiting your manicurist!
[Dior Vernis Nude Nail Polish]
This nude pencil skirt gets a makeover for spring in of the moment lace.
[Dorothy Perkins Lace Pencil Skirt]
A pretty peplum and fun polka dots create a French chic look with this blouse.
[Polka Dot Peplum]
Dior creates the most beautiful classic nudes. This lipstick has just the right amount of sheen.
[Dior Addict Extreme Lipstick in Incognito]
It’s Your Turn: What’s your favorite way to wear nude? Tell me in the comments!
FASHION INFORMANT LINK UP
I’m linking up today with my beautiful friend Sherry of The Life of the Party for Fashion Informant Friday. Stop by and join her new link up that launches today!
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