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10 Ideas When “Nesting” Mode Strikes – Maternity Fashion

Posted on July 10, 2017

Ideas for nesting and summer maternity fashion…

| Dress | Shoulder Bag | Platform Sandals

Being in the third trimester in the heat of summer is NOT an easy task. I’m not usually a huge dress girl for everyday style, but it really has been the easiest way to style the bump. You can stay cool, and most of them work post-pregnancy as well. This dress can be easily dressed up or down, and is so cool. I’m wearing the small for reference, so it’s an oversized fit. It also comes in a top version.

With Georgie I went full out with the “nesting.” I made stuff up to organize and do, because it calmed my anxiety. (This is normally far from my personality.) I haven’t gotten that full blown nesting itch as much this go around. Mainly because I’m so busy attempting to keep up with G! However, sometimes it will still hit and when it hits it does hard!

I wanted to sharea list of some “nesting” tasks you can do when you find that urge! If you aren’t pregnant, a lot of these are great to periodically do when you get some down time.

10 Ideas When “Nesting” Mode Strikes

1. Organize a “diapering” station. In those first few weeks there seems to be a lot of diaper changes. It’s easiest if you can set up one downstairs, and one upstairs if you live in a two-story home to minimize the stair climbing. We used a dresser drawer upstairs with his changing table, and a basket downstairs. Don’t forget vaseline/gauze pads for boy’s, diaper rash cream, wipes and diapers. I also organized the closet with extra diapers by size in little tubs.

2. Put the most used clothes (current size) in the dresser drawers so they are easiest to access. I also rolled up all the swaddle blankets and put them in a drawer. Then, you can organize the other clothes by size in the closet. Once they have outgrown something I also have a tub on top of the closet to throw that into.

3. Pack that hospital bag! (Don’t forget essentials for you, your partner, the baby and if you have any other siblings.)

4. Donate unused clothing and household items. Babies require a lot of “Stuff”. Before you bring a ton of new items in the house, move some out. It is tough for me to get rid of clothes, but I had bags of items I hadn’t worn in months/years. It felt good to see them go. Now I’m trying to get my husband to follow suit…

5. Deep clean the kitchen. (Still working on this one..) I wiped down the cabinets and we will really disinfect the countertops and sink well. This is important if you are going to be doing any bottle feeding.

6. Clean out drawers. I did a MAJOR bathroom drawer clean out. Makeup and hair products I hadn’t been using were given to friends or donated. Then I was able to make sure anything that wasn’t baby friendly, had the proper safety gear on it.

7. Speaking of safety, go ahead and put baby safety items up. (I waited last time, but it’s better to have this done before it’s a problem.) Here is a really great CHECKLIST of all things baby proofing.

8. Prep your guest room for visitors. If you plan on having anyone come to stay to help or meet baby, make sure they have everything they need now. Wash the sheets, stock the guest bathroom with shampoo/conditioner/soap, etc. You can also set up/leave out coffee items or waters in the kitchen, so they have easy access to essentials. This way you won’t have as much anxiety about entertaining, and can put that attention on the new babe.

9. Stock up on ALL home essentials. Toilet paper, paper towels, salt, pepper, hand sanitzer, etc.

10. Save some time for yourself. Having a newborn is a pretty selfless time in life. Go take a nap, get a pedicure/manicure, get a massage, etc. Thanks to G for sleeping 15 hours so I could stock up on some zzz’s!

P.S. My favorite sale of the year is just days away. Tomorrow is the last day to get $20 to shop it. Check out everything you need to know about all that goodness, HERE.

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Updating the Nursery for Baby 2

Posted on July 6, 2017

The countdown till baby 2 is officially ON so we have updated the nursery to accommodate for two babies.

Just days left on the baby 2 countdown, so it was time to adjust the nursery to accommodate two babies. We plan to be in a new house before this babe will need his own nursery. It was a better option to make G’s room more suitable for both of them. Baby 2 will be in a bassinet in our room for these first several months. When we make the move, each boy will get their own room.

First, I added a rug to the room. It was important for G to have plenty of places to play. Currently, we have a couple things for him to play in our room. Since the new baby will be sleeping in there a lot (hopefully) I wanted him to be able to play in his room more. This Lorena Canals was perfect for that. It’s machine washable, all natural (no VOC’s!) and handmade. I kept it neutral so it can grow with him or go in any space later.

Next, I switched up the changing table/dresser. Previously, I had a changing table that was open on the bottom with some baskets. That is now in the closet underneath the hanging clothes, with accessories and various items. This Carter’s by DaVinci Dresser was clean and simple, but provided more adequate storage. The top can also be a changing table. I saved the top drawers for each of the boys’ diapering needs. Then each boy has a side with their most worn clothing items for the easiest access.

We also added the first letter of baby 2’s name to the collage near the rocking chair. (I took it down for the picture, to keep it a secret!) Once he is here we will also change up the pictures in the frames to include both boys’ sweet faces. 🙂

Lastly, I found these closet dividers with months on them. I sized the closet from newborn- 2T so both of their clothes could be organized together.

I’m so excited to welcome a new precious little guy into our home, and for G to become a big brother! That doesn’t stop the mom guilt about him not getting the attention he needs, but it’s really helped having Trey home more with the long holiday this past weekend. We were able to really give him lots of QT and soak in the last days of being a family of 3!

P.S. G’s little outfit is from Moon & Beck. They are local out of Nashville, and it’s the softest fabric EVER. (Bamboo and Spandex mix.) A lot of their stuff is mix and match, and I stocked up for him and for the new babe.

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Tips, Tricks, Hacks of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

Posted on July 3, 2017

If you aren’t familiar with the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale…. you are missing out!!

Oversized Tee | White Booties | Guitar Strap Handbag | Straw Hat

If you aren’t familiar with the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale…. you are missing out!! Take it from a level 4 Nordstrom shopper (I know, I know, it’s a problem…) this is the best way to shop the upcoming seasons fashions. I’ve got tips and tricks to help you navigate the sale and get the most bang for your buck.

But first, I’ve been getting tons of questions about this oversized tee via an Instagram post. I’ve found it on sale for $33!!! It’s an absolute must buy. I wear it knotted on the side, tucked in on one side or even all the way down as a tunic. It’s lightweight for summer, and pretty much perfect. I also am loving this under $100 straw hat. The feather band is still neutral, but really gives it that something special. Let’s just take a minute to admire this white handbag. The embroidery is so pretty, and that guitar strap is amazing. It also comes with a plain white/chain strap you can replace it with if you choose. So so good.

Why this Sale is Different

Ok, now on to the sale. This sale is not like a typical sale where at the end of the season items that haven’t been purchased/overstock are put up at discounted prices until they sell. These are the upcoming fall season’s hottest pieces put up at majorly discounted prices. Once the sale is over, whatever is left is then marked back up to MSRP. Amazing, right?!

Important Dates/Cardholders

From July 13-20th Nordstrom cardholders can shop the sale before it opens to the public. This is important because tons of the items will sell out before the public gets access to them. I’m not a big fan of store credit cards, personally, because it makes self control a little hard. However, they have an option where you can get all the rewards and it connects directly to your debit card! I love this option. If you have better self discipline with your spending, they have credit card options too! You can sign up HERE. If you are approved for the card by JULY 9th, you receive a $20 Nordstrom note to use during the sale.

The sale will open to the public from July 21st-August 6th.

Items Sell Out….

Hot items sell out extremely quickly. A couple things you can do to make sure you secure the best deals:

Apply for the card so you can shop the early access.
Shop online first, and then in store. There is always a better chance of the item being available online.
Buy first, return later. Ok, so I’m not a huge fan of having to return items. I’ve worked in retail and know the hassle. However, this is an exception. Nordstrom has one of the easiest and best return policies in all of retail. Go ahead and purchase the item and if you decide it wasn’t a great fit, or was an impulse decision, it is extremely easy to return. If you wait to think on it (which in most normal situations I would suggest) there is a great chance it will sell out.
Restocks happen frequently. They do restock items throughout the sale, so continue to go back to Nordstrom.com if you happened to miss out on something that you really would love.

How I can Help You

I’m pretty much a complete crazy A$$ when it comes to this sale. Early Access starts during my birthday week. I take that as a sign that I’m supposed to use that opportunity to the fullest. Year after year, I do. When the sale first goes live, I spend hours and hours browsing nearly every page for the best finds. (The sale spreads from women, baby, men, home, etc.) I typically look for classics that you can get tons of use out of in each category. They always have a killer leather jacket, great designer denim deals, designer handbags at majorly discounted prices, a beauty kit, booties/boots for fall, great staple coat, etc.

I’ll also go to the store the first day and check out everything in person. Be sure to watch my Instastories to view the items. This way if you have questions about quality or something similar, I can do my best to help you out. I so look forward to this as I don’t take nearly as many styling jobs as I did before Georgie was born. It’s truly so fun for me!

Triple Point Day/Card benefits

If you decide you do not want to become a cardholder, you can still join Nordstrom Rewards. With the rewards program you will get 1 point for every $1 spent.

Cardholders rack up points quicker gaining 2 points for every $1 spent. (This applies to Nordstrom, Nordstrom Rack, HauteLook and Trunk Club.) You get reimbursed in notes for alterations as well. Throughout the year, there are double points, and triple points days. These are great times to make larger purchases as the notes can really add up quickly!

You also get to choose a triple point day! The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is absolutely the day to do that. Not only are you saving money from the discounted prices, but you also are making money from the notes to spend later. (They last a year. I typically majorly stock up during the sale, and get a ton of $20 notes. It’s hard to do, but I try to save those notes for Christmas time, and use them for gifts. Around that time, it’s always great to have that option!)

Hope this helps! If you have any questions or need help, feel free to contact me HERE. Happy shopping. 🙂

P.S. Be sure to follow my Instagram for a chance to win a $100 gift card to shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale!

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36 Week Pregnancy Fashion – Pregnancy Update

Posted on June 27, 2017

36 week pregnancy fashion options have gotten a little more limited, but I’ve got a couple tried and true pieces that are easy to style and can be worn post pregnancy as well!

36 week pregnancy fashion options have gotten a little more limited, but I’ve got a couple tried and true pieces that are easy to style and can be worn post pregnancy as well!

When it is this hot, it’s easiest to just wear a dress in my opinion! I loved this graphic tank dress that I can wear post pregnancy as well. This exact dress is Spell & The Gypsy Collective and has sold out. Check out their site for some other amazing pieces! (Including some super cute graphic tees!) This tank dress has the exact same fit, and is under $100. (I have this dress as well, and wear it often these days!) One of my style tricks in the third trimester is to wear a button up around the waist with loose fitting items. It helps to define the bump, and still give a little shape instead of just getting that “tent affect” as I lovingly call it.

P.S. I’m obsessed with white accessories for summer! (They will still carry over into the fall/winter trends as well.) This white leather bag is one of my favorite finds lately. The grommet detailing gives it just a little bit of edge, but the shape keeps it classic. It can be worn on the shoulder or be handheld.

I wore this to eat tacos with a friend the other day, trying to soak in these last couple weeks being able to get out and about at times. Once baby 2 arrives I know I will be house locked for a bit.

So on to the not so glamorous part. The final weeks of pregnancy. It’s hard, ya’ll. There is just no way around it. I went for my (now weekly) visit yesterday and found out the culprit of my constant pain… separated (and possibly broken) ribs. Baby #2 is sitting high and he’s been putting so much pressure on my ribcage. If he doesn’t come before, I will be induced at 39 weeks. On a good note, they thought he might have IUGR like Georgie did, and has been measuring extremely small this entire pregnancy. He’s kicked his weight gain into gear and is up to the 15th percentile! They no longer think that is the case, instead thinking he is just naturally a little on the smaller side. With G I was induced at 37 weeks for this, and they will not need to do that with baby #2.

I had planned to write a 36 week update for awhile now as a follow up to the 32 week one. Sharing the real struggles (past the perfectly posed smiling pictures). However, right as I was sitting down to write this, I ran across a caption that said to embrace where you are in life, because you won’t be in that same position again. It took me a minute to really soak that in. As I did I realized this will most likely be my last pregnancy. (2 in 2 years has done me in..) Adjusting my mindset to cherish these moments instead of dread them is pretty powerful. Instead of focusing on the pain, I’m determined to focus on the last kicks I will feel from him that no one else can experience. I’m determined to focus on the amazing miracle creating a human life really is. I’m determined to remember that the longer he is in there, the healthier he will be.

Yesterday, I was in “nesting mode” and organizing a couple things in our bedroom. I stumbled upon a devotional that I (not proudly) haven’t picked up in a very long time. When I went to open it, the bookmark was on the date it was. It stopped me in my tracks. It was God’s way of letting me know I was right where I was supposed to be. The message was about how faith is about persistence and not perfection. It was exactly what I needed to read in that moment.

Stumbling across these two things have really shifted my mindset and reminded me to embrace the exact moment you are in and stay positive!

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Hair Tutorial – Loose Beach Waves

Posted on June 27, 2017

My most asked question is always about my hair, so I thought I’d share a hair tutorial with my everyday hair look.

My most asked question is always about my hair, so I thought I’d share a hair tutorial with my everyday hair look.

I’ve been meaning to get this one up for awhile, and the time has finally come! So let me preface this with the fact that I do naturally have really thick and long hair. Prenatal vitamins for almost two years straight has helped as well. I also get regular hair cuts, and brush my hair often with a wet brush. I also do NOT wash my hair everyday. Twice a week usually does the trick for me.

You can really accomplish a lot with a good blow dry. I use the T3 Micro Featherweight Luxe Blowdryer to get a smooth base. You can check out all the details on that with this previous post I did explaining that in further detail.

The main trick to getting this loose and easy curl look is using a styling wand. I’ve been using a wand instead of the traditional curling iron for a few years now, and it’s made all the difference! I’m obsessed (and I know that word is overused, but it’s so true in this case) with my T3 wand. The interchangeable option has 3 different sizes. For this look I used the biggest barrel. Sometimes, I will use the medium sized barrel if I know I won’t have anytime to style the next day and want it to truly last. I save the smallest barrel for times when I’m doing a braided look or updo or something similar and just need small curls around my face.

Using large sections (1 inch to an inch and a half) I wrap the hair around the barrel. For the pieces closest to my face, I go AWAY from the face. Every other section I switch up the direction of the wand. (Easiest to see in the pictures.) So for one the smallest top part of the barrel is facing up and then for the next piece I point the wand down.

It’s best to not touch the curls until they have had time to cool and set. Once they are all cool, I spray dry shampoo throughout my roots, and use also like a texture spray. Then run your fingers loosely throughout your hair.

Finish the look by smoothing the stray hairs with some hair oil. The Fave4 one has been my favorite so far, because it isn’t too “greasy” and is also light. You can also do a light hairspray coat, if you choose.

You can also head over to my Instagram to watch my Instastories where I do video of this look and others!

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Embroidered Trend – Summer Outfit Inspo

Posted on June 20, 2017

I’ve been seeing the embroidered trend everywhere this season, and I’m really loving it.

Head Dress Embroidered T-Shirt | Embellished Clutch | Hat | Aviators | Jeans

I’ve been seeing the embroidered trend everywhere this season, and I’m really loving it. Of course, I had to do my own take on it. Which at 81/2 months pregnant means in t-shirt form. I found this designer, Banner Day, that makes these handcrafted, high-quality linen embroidered t-shirts and couldn’t pass them up. Yes, it was a little bit of a splurge. They source original artwork as the illustrations for the shirts. How cool is that?! You can shop the one I’m wearing HERE. I sized up for the bump, but I think it’ll be cute tied up later this summer, post baby. I also love this cactus version and this coyote version . Most days, I wear this with some leggings and flats. However, for a little friend date I wore it with the only jeans that fit me these days. These are NOT maternity, but are super low rise so I’ve worn them my entire pregnancy. If you are expecting, save your $$ on maternity jeans, and get a pair of these. That way you can wear them after too!

I’ve been loving the embroidered trend so much much I wanted to get a purse with that vibe. I searched long and hard to find this one that is completely embellished and it’s under $100! It comes in two other colors as well. I’m also tempted to buy the tote version as well. These days I typically need a big bag to carry all G’s (and soon to be baby #2’s) things as well as my own.

Let me just tell ya, it’s hard out there for an 8 month preggo in this summer heat. I’m anxiously waiting to meet baby #2 and see his cute little face. Most days I’m at home in the air conditioning with G in comfy clothes, but I am soaking up day time friend dates to grab lunch or a coffee as much as I can before his arrival. I know it will be hard to get out for awhile once he’s here!

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Santa Barbara Trip

Posted on June 19, 2017

We had a wonderful trip to Santa Barbara to celebrate Trey’s brother’s wedding.

Comfy Shirt | Capri Legging | Straw Hat | Handbag

We flew into LA and took the scenic route up Pacific Coast Highway to Santa Barbara. (SB isn’t easy to fly directly into. I’m glad we did this because I had really been wanting to check out Malibu Farms and it did NOT disappoint!) Try the watermelon juice… it’s amazing and so refreshing! Of course I had to grab some coffee too. It really is such a small world, we ran into Trey’s cousin while we were there!

Ok, I do have to back up to the flight out there. Horrible. Miserable. Worst ever. I am always advocating traveling with your kids, but it’s not always easy. G is typically great on flights, but with a 4:30 wake up call and a 4 hour flight…. he just couldn’t cope. He screamed uncontrollably for a very very long time. We had just gone to the CMT awards the night before, and Trey had just done work with the band Earth, Wind, and Fire for CMT Crossroads that week too. Well, they were all on our flight. Let’s just say they weren’t impressed with G’s vocal abilities. (Eeek.) Trey and I discussed if we should get on the intercom at the end of the flight and publicly apologize.. it was that kind of bad. We flew Delta, but if it had been Southwest, I would have passed out some drink cards as apology tokens.

We stayed at the Fess Parker, which I recommend if you are traveling with a family. My mom came with us this trip to help with Georgie, so we got a suite. We had plenty of room and two balconies. One of the balconies was ocean view and HUGE. Once we checked in and let G run some of his energy out we hit up the pool. This boy Loves to swim!! Note to moms, load those babies up with the sunscreen. I used a stick for G’s face and missed a swipe and he got a little sunburn. I felt like a horrible mom, and of course it happened right before the wedding/ wedding pictures. #MOMFAIL

G’s star button down | Trey’s Linen Suit |
Similar Fit Floral Dress | Similar Fit Floral Dress

The rehearsal dinner was at the Fess Parker in this beautiful open, ocean view area. It really was an awesome night. It was great to see the families coming together, and hear all the sweet toasts. And then there was Trey’s toast…. Brad decided to “roast” Trey at our wedding instead of a traditional toast. Let’s just say Trey returned the sentiment. I must say, my guy is pretty hilarious.

Straw Hat | Exact Dress | Similar Graphic T-Shirt Dress

Whenever, I’m by the coast I always want some seafood. We were able to grab a lobster roll on the pier at a little place called Santa Barbara shellfish company. It did not disappoint. It’s super casual, and that lobstah did not disappoint! We sat outside to soak up the view.

The wedding was at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum. It was such a cool venue. Jacqueline did an amazing job decorating for the space. There were lots of muted natural tones, succulents, vintage goblets, lace detailing. Pretty dreamy! G made it down the aisle, which I considered a success. They even had a vintage ice cream truck come at the end. Most importantly we left Santa Barbara with a new sister in law, who happens to be pretty damn awesome!

Santa Barbara truly was beautiful. The mountains in the background with an ocean view in front of you is hard to beat. So much charm in the city too. I can’t wait to go back (not pregnant) and spend more time checking it all out and hitting up the local wineries!

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Beauty Bag Round Up- Makeup, Skincare & Brushes

Posted on June 15, 2017

I’ve been finding lots of great products lately and wanted to do a beauty bag round up to share some of the goodness!

I’ve been finding lots of great products lately and wanted to do a beauty bag round up to share some of the goodness!

First up, are these AHH-MAZING brushes. Now I know that these are an investment item. After, using them and seeing the difference I see why they are totally worth it. These are NOT made from animal hair like a lot of other brushes on the market. They are comprised of an engineered fibre that applies much more easily than a conventional brush. The surface area of these brushes are made to pickup and lay down the product, without holding on to it. This helps to not waste nearly as much product. (So in my mind..that makes them worth it right there. I HATE wasting expensive makeup.) Every fiber also has a tapered tip ending in a microscopic fine structure. This makes blending nearly flawless, and easy to achieve. I can’t hype these things up enough!! They were on my wish list a long time prior to pulling the trigger, but I wish I would have earlier!

I know I’ve talked about my love for Tarte Cosmetics a lot lately, but my obsession is real. If you are new to the blog, Tarte is an organic cosmetic company with impeccable packaging that is formulated without the use of parabens, mineral oil, phthalates, sodium lauryl sulfate, triclosan, synthetic fragrances, gluten, etc. They’ve recently come out with a few new products that I’ve been crushing on and are a must have for any beauty bag. Their new perfume smells amazing. It’s in a roller ball style, so super easy for travel. It’s a vanilla-ish smell without being too sweet. Huge fan over here.

I don’t know how I’m so late to the highlighter game, but it’s a complete game changer. Especially in the summer to achieve that dewy glow. I have all three colors of this liquid highlighter but my favorite is the “exposed nude”. It gives that highlight effect without being overkill/ looks like you dumped glitter on your face like some highlighters seem to do…

My obsession with this skin mist is slightly out of control… It smells so fresh and is really hydrating in this summer heat.

I really don’t have time to touch up my makeup in the day with G, so I’ve been swearing by this liquid lipstick. I do add a little chapstick to top to keep my lips from feeling or looking dry. The color “bestie” is my everyday go to. It’s a bit darker than a nude, but in that nude family. I’ve also been loving the peachy look for summer, and “salty” a lot too.

My skin is always changing especially being pregnant, and I change up the skincare that’s in my beauty bag ALL the time. Lately, I’ve been a bit worried about turning the big 3-0 next month so I’ve been using Goop eye cream. I got this from a friend of mine, Mallory Ervin. She’s a beauty blogger and really knows her stuff and she was right. It works!

I’d love to hear any tried and true products that ya’ll swear by! I’m really getting into makeup and skincare more and more lately. Really appreciate a well made product to fill my beauty bag up with!

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Graphic Tees with Overalls (Bump Style)

Posted on June 12, 2017

With less than 6 weeks to go in this pregnancy, outfits are getting a little harder. BUT I’m loving graphic tees with overalls!

With less than 6 weeks to go in this pregnancy, outfits are getting a little harder. BUT I’m loving graphic tees with overalls! Yes, you can totally rock overalls pregnant! These are not “maternity” so I had to leave the one strap down to be able to fit in them right. Ha! They do make maternity overalls that have extra space in the bump area, if you are more comfortable with that.

I loved that these overalls were black denim, distressed and under $60. Win-win-win! I paired them with a graphic tee, because let’s be real, when don’t I pair things with graphic tees? I also love these boots for summer. The cut outs make them more breathable for the hotter temperatures and they are flat. Flat and 8 months pregnant go together much better than heels these days.

We just got back from Santa Barbara for Trey’s brother’s wedding. It was such an amazing weekend celebrating! I will be sure to share lots of pictures from our trip. (Georgie was in the wedding, and his little outfit is just too cute!)

This pregnancy is nearing a close and I am feeling alllll the feels. I’m anxious to meet him, and see if he looks like Georgie, or favors Trey this time. I’m nervous to have two babies under a year and a half. We truly just aren’t as prepared as we were with G, but I’m really working on fixing that. The nesting has started to really take place here lately, and I’m hoping it will get my booty in gear. I’m also excited to share the name! It has been a secret thus far, and I’m ready to let everyone in on that secret!

How do ya’ll feel about keeping the name a secret? Curious to how other people have handled that!

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Purse Shopping at Opry Mills Bag Sale

Posted on June 6, 2017

I had so much fun purse shopping at Opry Mills annual bag sale. It’s no secret that I am a handbag junkie, so purse shopping is one of my favorite hobbies. Purse shopping when they are all on sale might just top the list! There were so many good deals out there, with different styles and designers it was hard for me to choose just one! There is absolutely something for everyone and every “purse-onality” (pardon the pun!) HAHA! You can head over to shop the sale between May 26- June 30th!

First up I headed to H&M. They are offering 20% off an item of your choice. This black tote was only $39.99 (before the discount) and I loved that it had structure, but also a long strap. Super modern-chic. It’s a great bag to dress up or bring to work!

Next up, we headed to Fossil. They had SO many bags to choose from there, and are offering 15% all handbags during the sale! With Father’s Day quickly approaching, I thought that this messenger satchel bag would make a good work bag for Trey. It was already marked down to $178 BEFORE the 15%.

After grabbing a little Starbucks treat we headed over to Aldo. I bought Trey a pair of blue suede shoes for the wedding rehearsal dinner we have this weekend. This backpack really caught my eye. I love the athleisure trend that is so hot right now, and you can totally carry a backpack as a purse. You can style it with leggings and graphic tees and be on your way. I hope this style stays in forever. With babies, it makes life easy!! Once, I have baby two I plan to hit up the gym/classes and love that it’s on trend to rock your gym clothes to run errands too! All of the Aldo bags were an extra 20% off, and this one was $48.

I could spend hours in Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth. They carry all the designer brands from Saks, but at majorly discounted prices. Hallelujah! During the sale they are offering $20 off your purchase of $125 or more! There were so many great designers on the sale there. Zac Posen, Red by Valentino, and one of my favorites Rebecca Minkoff. (There were tons more…but those were they ones that really caught my eye!) This is where I had the hardest time choosing! There was this leather white mini/crossbody bag. I loved the garment detailing and the leather was so soft!! This bag was on sale for $111! I thought this would be great to style with jeans, blouses and booties for this fall, but also with cut offs and cute graphic tops this summer. (I’m SO loving white handbags right now..)

BUT then this neutral tote caught my eye. It’s also Rebecca Minkoff on sale for $148. I thought the color would go with everything and I loved that it had so much room. It could even double as a diaper bag, which ultimately sold me!! It’s got a little fringe tassel that brought out that boho look I love, but was still classic and not too frumpy. It’s great for everyday wear, and the versatility was the best for me! I’m so excited to add it to my collection. #theperfectbag

This post was sponsored by Opry Mills/Simon Malls, but all thoughts and opinions are ALWAYS my own.

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