Barbour Love

Hi everyone!

So I usually start off talking about the weather, and I'm not sure exactly why I do this. Maybe it's because everyone experiences weather so it is a way to connect, or maybe it is to remind you that I am still a human being and the weather affects my life too. Whatever it is, I don't want to mess with the flow now so I'll tell y'all that is it definitely starting to feel like winter. Those December days at 70 degrees are a thing of the past and winter is getting ready for battle. I am excited about this because it means no longer having to decide between shorts or pants in the morning before class. The answer will always be pants and a coat and boots for sure. I also get to finally start wearing my winter clothes that I love so much. Sweaters. Jeans. Scarves. Socks. Everything.

2016 has started a little slow but definitely with a couple of well needed relaxing days. A day in bed is not wasted, but sometimes I remember all that I really have to do and feel a little bad. This week is my get-stuff-done week that includes getting my phone screen fixed (so necessary), getting my haircut, fixing up the blog, installing photoshop, printing pictures, and most importantly spending as much time with my friends and family as possible. I am truly lucky that I have an extra week of break and am able to have so many days off to spend with people I love and not worrying about anything. That being said dreading the start new classes and actually working is on the list of things to do this week too unfortunately.

Today I wanted to share my favorite and I'm anticipating my most used item of the winter: My Barbour coat. It was definitely time for me to invest in a coat (and by invest I mean ask my parents to get it as a birthday gift). I have already worn it more than I can count on my fingers, and I think it will be the icing on the cake for most of my outfits in the future.

I recommend getting a size or two larger than normal so that when you wear it in extremely cold climates you layer and layer and layer. I have a light down jacket that fits perfectly underneath, but they also have a zip in vest that I hear keeps you nice and toasty. I would definitely get this coat if you are in the market for something to last you for a looooonngggg time. It's a little pricy but let me just tell you I think it's worth it. I'm also the person who 1) buys discount or resale OR 2) buys high quality to last forever. This coat will last for many years to come, and my dad is living proof. He's had his jacket for over 20 years (there is a slight tear in the elbow to give it character and show that he really does get his wear out of it). His is a navy color which also goes great with really anything.


You can find the coat at Nordstrom, Orvis, & Onward Reserve. The coat I am wearing is the Beadnell Jacket, but there are other styles that are more fitted or have more pockets and such. My sister also has one of their quilted coats and loves it. You just cannot go wrong with Barbour. I hope your holidays were great, and I hope you are ready to start off a great year!

This is me and my pals in Asheville shopping. I'm wearing my beloved coat as you can see!!! What is your favorite item for the winter?

Style Crushes

Hey friends! So I hope your week has been good so far. I hope it is full of christmas carols and cheery decorations. I love christmas music so much (especially Michael Buble)  but it isn't cold yet here in Athens so it is throwing me off just a little bit.

I was talking to my mom today, and she seemed a little concerned about me after my last post. Well let me explain. First of all, I'm totally fine. I had just been thinking about that topic for awhile and how true a statement "Life is Hard" really is. I'm not just talking the big deep emotional stuff...but i'm talking about the day to day things. It's just not always easy, but it's always worth it. If you missed the post you can find it here. 

So to change the subject and talk a little more light heartedly, I wanted to share the clothing items I am crushing on for this winter. I hope you enjoy!

                                                 

                                        Red  Bow Dress //  Funky Crop Top // Black Skirt 

Red Dress- Well isn't this just the best dress you've ever seen? It's so simple yet so pretty. The bow sold me.. and it was love at first sight. Perfect for a holiday party where you want to stand out! The shoes on the model are so cute as well!!!

The Crop Top and The Set- Okay so this is the major style right now: Having an outfit set usually a involving a crop top. This one was found on the Nordstrom website and is just so cool. The pattern stands out and the best thing about it is that it can go with so many bottoms like jeans, high waisted shorts, or a...

Black Skirt - Yes, the crop top will go great with this skirt, and there are so many skater skirts out there that are shorter than this one. I live and breath my black skirt (which you will definitely be seeing in outfit posts soon)! It is just so simple to throw on for any occasion. I also have the ability to create any outfit possible with such a plain but stylish skirt!

I hope you liked my holiday crushes. I definitely have my eye on a lot of things this season, but these are some main pieces I look for when I shop. Hope the rest of your week goes great! Keep on keeping on and Happy Holidays! Stay tuned for more!


 What is your favorite part about the Holidays? Do you have any style crushes of you own?

Fall In Love With Color

Hey guys! Hope your week has started out great! The forecast says sunshine for tomorrow so I'm keeping my hopes up for an amazing day! Also in my church service today we talked about choosing joy. I challenge everyone to choose joy over sorrow and comparison (read my post "Let's Get Real" here)!

I don't know about you, but I love my neutrals. Black. White. Grey. Tan. And all that jazz. They are great because they can go with anything, but right now I'm loving this magenta color for fall. It is so pretty and a different fall color than the usual oranges and reds. I have rain boots similar to this color, and you know I've been wearing those a lot recently.

Another thing that really makes this outfit is the jewelry you see me wearing. It was handmade by my very own sister, Lucy! She has been making such beautiful and trendy items inciting huge statement pieces like this. Check her out on Esty at Lucy Stone Designs!

Well thats all I have for today! I hope you're loving this color as much as I am. I can't wait to pair this with black jeans and maybe a skirt!!! Oh and it's from my favorite resale shop in Atlanta, so you won't be able to find the exact shirt, but keep your eyes out for this amazing color. See ya thursday! Remember to CHOOSE JOY!!!

 

What's you favorite pop of color for fall?

Time

Hey guys! Oh my has it been a crazy couple of days. St. Simons was a blast…the game was a lot less of a blast. I loved seeing my friends and tailgating, but being the only UGA fan in a section of Gators along with watching the football team make a total fool of themselves wasn't really a highlight. Being back in Athens is a little bitter sweet. I love the Classic City, but the theres nothing like a sunny day at the beach. Oh and it's raining in Athens and is projected to be raining all week. Woot Woot!

Today I want to talk about time for a quick second. I feel like I'm so busy all the time juggling school work, my social life, this blog, keeping up with friends, volunteering, and trying to stay sane. I feel like I have no time in the world, but I don't know what else I would be doing with my time. I love everything that I am doing, but sometimes I don't get to spend as much time on things that really matter to me.

The blog. I've been loving posting here and sharing parts of my life, but I feel like I am not putting enough time that is needed into it. Here I am trying to write a blog post in the wee hours of the night after finishing my homework and not finishing studying for my test. I think my posts have so much potential and I lose some of that when I can't spend the time I really want to writing them. Sorry guys.

Time is precious. I also find myself running around like a chicken with it's head cut off. There are so many things that I have to get done that I never feel like I have time for myself or for the others around me that deserve it. Yes, I get to see my friends and hang out, but sometimes
I feel like I am unable to invest the amount of time I would love to in them. This includes my friends from back home. I love them to death, but trying to juggle new and old isn't always the easiest thing.

It has already been 11 weeks of school (I think, I'm being lazy and not fact checking myself, oops) and I feel like I have done so much, but I find myself feeling sad that my first semester of college is almost over. I ask myself so many questions like: Have I done all that I have wanted to? Have I gotten involved enough? Have I put myself out there? Have I made quality friends who I love? Have I had the freshman experience? Time seems to be flying by and I don't want to be stuck missing it. I don't want to look back and regret the time I didn't spend to it's fullest.

I finish this post at 1:47am wishing I had spent my time more wisely in studying for my test and writing this post. I know that my sleep has suffered and tomorrow may be a bit more of a struggle. I sit here thinking about the time I want to spend doing things I love with the people I love. My questions for you is: What do you do with you time? Do you spend it how you want to?

Thanks for reading! I have some amazing ideas for posts coming up, but I need to find the time to make them exactly what I have pictured in my mind. Bare with me and my college student lifestyle. I'm doing my best (I promise). See ya Thursday!

1 Dress 2 ways

Hey guys! So I don't know about where you live, but here in Athens the sun finally came out. I was s tired of the gross rainy and sometimes misty days. They just suck your energy out of you and put you in a dreary mood. I'm thankful that's over.

So today I want to share my absolute favorite LBD from Brandy Melville. I found it in the shop in New York 2 years ago and probably have worn it 100 times since then. It seriously goes with anything, and you can get so creative when it comes to putting together a look. Love Love Love this dress! It is a must buy for any season, and you won't regret the purchase. It's simple and cotton, but can be dressed up or dressed down.

Here are two looks that I have put together. One is more casual. I would wear it to go shopping or meet a friend for lunch. By the way it is so comfortable and easy to wear. I paired it with my converse and an arrow head necklace. The purse is a small leather cross body that was bought in Italy by my sister (shoutout to LUCY).

 The next look is the same black dress but shown in a fancier way. I added a long cardigan from Dress Up and a long necklace. This whole outfit is very flowy and elongated. I added heels so that I didn't look too short. I wore this outfit to a Sunday brunch this past weekend when my parents were in town. It was so comfortable but also gave off a more sophisticated and dressier look.

Thanks for reading! I hope you enjoy the pictures. As you can see by the picture above I get so nervous while taking these because there are so many people around. It's hard to not be embarrassed, but I think these turned out pretty well. I'm starting to get the hang of this whole blogging pictures thing, but I know I have a lot to learn. Stay tuned…because I might surprise you!

Comment about your LBD!