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Where To Shop For The Best Graphic And Band Tees

Posted on May 18, 2018

Where To Shop For The Best Graphic And Band Tees

Rebel Rebel Tee | White High- Waist Jeans | Snakeskin Booties | Purse

First things first, this has been my go to uniform any time I have somewhere to go this spring and summer. Graphic and band tees with a pair of white jeans, and adding a pop with some snakeskin booties. Easy peasy.

These white high-rise jeans are awesome for pulling everything in and up if you know what I mean. This mama needs alllll of that help. They are also made of an eco-friendly modo blend that is made to never fade into a yellowish color. Crisp white forever!

Snakeskin is a neutral. You can truly wear these snakeskin booties all summer long. (Bonus…they are 25% off right now!)

Ok, now on to my favorite clothing item- graphic and band tees. Not too long ago I reached out on Instastory and asked what people would like me to create more content around. I got lots of great ideas, but of course I was drawn to the one that asked for a list of places to shop for these tees. So here goes!

Where To Shop For The Best Graphic And Band Tees

Brands I love- Chaser, Madeworn, Anine Bing, Daydreamer LA, Brunette the Label, The Laundry Room, Junk Food, Gucci, Mate The Label, Sub_Urban Riot, Kenzo, See by Chloe, The Great, Spiritual Gagster, Wildfox, Brandy Melville, Banner Day….

Where to find them….

Revolve– They carry so many great options. Chaser brand makes the SOFTEST tees. They have a website as well, but Revolve always has great stock in them. They also have Madeworn (awesomeeee band tees, Anine Bing, Junk Food, and Daydreamer.)

Free People– They offer some Daydreamer that is only sold through Free People and they are SO good. They also carry Banner Day (embroidered and really cool),

Nordstrom– They carry Brunette the label, Sub_Urban Riot (great price point!), Spiritual Gagster (all the positive vibes and sayings), as well as higher end pieces like Gucci.

Shopbop– They have such an amazing selection of The Great, Pam & Gela, always rotating Madeworn, Wildfox (another SUPER soft line), Anine Bing (a current favorite), etc.

Some Current Favorites:

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Fall Fashion | Live in Sweater

Posted on August 28, 2017

Fall Fashion is my favorite and I’m excited to bust out the sweaters!

Tiger Tie Front Shirt | Cardigan | Studded Booties | Gucci Bag | Cardigan (Under $70!)

Fall is coming! Fall fashion is my absolute favorite. I love to layer, and nothing beats a good live in sweater. You know, the kind you wear day after day in a row? (Or is that just me?!) This mustard-ish color in the sweater and tank is really hot for fall this season. This tiger tie front shirt is so soft and on sale for $27! (I sized up to a large so that it wouldn’t fit like a crop top. This mama isn’t quite ready to be baring my belly.) These studded booties are my favorite fall investment piece so far. The block heel makes them comfortable and easy to wear for day and night. They are neutral enough to go with everything, but also have that little something “extra.”

Fall fashion isn’t the only thing I love about this season. I’m ready for the crisp air, all things apple and pumpkin, and dressing the boy’s up in Halloween costumes! Who is with me? I’m hoping to enjoy one more summer weekend for labor day, but after that I’m jumping on the fall train. We will be outside as much as possible. Nashville has lots of great things to do in the fall. Cheekwood has one of the most impressive pumpkin patches as well as thousands of mums. They have food trucks and a beer garden with live music on the weekends. I can’t wait to take the boys there and snap some adorable shots of them.

What do ya’ll do for family fun during the fall? Love hearing ideas of fun family traditions we can start. Now I’m off to go brainstorm/Pinterest family of four Halloween costume ideas!

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Fall Outfits | Life with 2 Babies Under 2

Posted on August 4, 2017

Fall is right around the corner and I’m more than ready for the fall outfits!

Fall is right around the corner and I’m more than ready for the fall outfits! Ya’ll know I’m such a sucker for a graphic tee! I replaced the tigers I’ve been obsessing over with this cute snake tank. If you follow me on Instagram you might have noticed I’ve been wearing this striped cardigan pretty much everyday. It’s comfy and easy. Perfect for mom life. These jeans were one of my favorite purchases from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. (P.S. The sale is winding down… shop the new fall items now before prices go back up!) You can check out my favorites HERE. I stocked up on lots of great fall items and can’t wait to style fall outfits after this heat wave passes.

Ok, so now on to a “mom life” update. Holy heck it’s hard. Thankfully, my mom and Trey’s mom both took turns staying with us to help the first few days. So “real life” just truly kicked in. No moms, Trey’s back at work, and it’s just me responsible for two babies everyday. I’m pretty much saving G’s life 10 times a day. He’s constantly trying to jump off the couch, open the door to run outside, jump down the stairs, etc. That in itself was exhausting enough, but adding a newborn who feeds every hour to the mix, and things are pretty crazy around here.

Whenever it gets to be too much (which it does hourly) I try to take a deep breath and realize that they will only be babies for such a short period of time. One day soon they won’t truly need me anymore, and I will be wishing for this time back. That helps me put things into perspective and make it through until help arrives. HA! I’m SO grateful that Trey has been able to really help and go in late or come home early from work. These first few weeks are so important to bond with your baby, and it’s awesome that he has been able to have that precious time. It’s just as important for fathers as it is for the mothers. (IMO.)

My mother in law had two babies 13 months apart, and she always would tell me it’s best to be mentally prepared. I knew what I was getting myself into, but you don’t really know until you are “in it.”

I did not have high hopes for Georgie in the big brother department. I truly thought that he would have such a hard time sharing the spotlight. However, he has truly proved me wrong. He was acting out right before Wilder was born, but he’s been so sweet since he’s been home. Anytime visitors come he takes their hand and leads them to Wilder and points to him. He brings him blankets and pacifiers. If anyone is getting too loud he puts his little finger to his lips and says “shh.” He’s even brought him the remote control when he was crying, because hey what man doesn’t need a remote when he’s sad. It makes me so proud of him, and happy to see the innate love and protective spirit he has for him. As hard as it is having two babies it makes it seem worth it that they will be best friends.

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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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Traveling with a Baby and Family Fashion

Posted on June 1, 2017

Traveling with a baby is no easy task, but with some organization and patience it’s well worth the trouble!

On Georgie: Graphic T-Shirt | Baby Jeans

On Trey: Baseball Graphic Tee | Sunglasses

Traveling with a baby is no easy task, but with some organization and patience it’s well worth the trouble! We are a family on the go, and often get asked “how do you do it!?” Not going to lie, it’s hard. I really love making the memories, and introducing G to so many new places and things. For our family, it’s worth the trouble.

This past weekend we took a quick Memorial Day weekend road trip to the Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge area.

First, we went to a concert for one of Trey’s artist. It’s always fun to see G clap and dance along to the music. It’s SOOOO important to put noise cancelling headphones on your babies ears! You can shop the ones we use HERE. (These make a great shower gift for music loving couples….) One of the tricks (and we don’t have this mastered just yet, but we are trying) is to keep the baby on as much of the same schedule as possible. So I left the concert early to go back to our hotel and get G in bed close to his normal bedtime.

The next day we headed over to Dollywood. If you are a Tennessee native, I recommend this park for the little ones! It’s a nice and clean family park that’s nestled in the Smoky Mountains. There are lots of trees for shade, and it’s extremely stroller friendly. They had a little baby splash pad and playground with soft foam that G just loved! Trey and I ate our way through the park. I’m talking corn dogs, potato twirls, funnel cake, root beer floats….no calories were spared here. It was a pregnant girls dream. We also had fun going to the fair section and playing the games. (Trey even won Georgie a little stuffed animal!) There were also a couple baby friendly rides that G could do.

Tips for traveling with a baby on a road trip:

* If you can schedule to leave the house right when they typically nap it is easiest. This way they can sleep as much of the car ride as possible, and stay as close to their daily schedule as possible.

*As tempting as it is to stay out late and just have them sleep in the stroller, do your best to head back to the hotel and let them sleep in a pack in play or something similar to their home schedule. A crabby baby doesn’t make for a fun trip….

*If they sleep with a sound machine, special blanket or anything else…bring it along! Keeping that home like feeling is key!

* Have lots of snacks, books, and toys on hand! If one of you can sit in the back during the car ride itself and read or play…bonus points.

* Stay calm. HA!

We are a t-shirt and jeans kinda family. I truly swear by Chaser brand because of the quality and how soft the fabric is. I just realized G can fit in their smallest size…and I couldn’t be more excited! Now we can all wear it.

I know I’ve mentioned the jeans G is wearing before, but they are the best out there. Trust me, I’ve tried A LOT. They are designer, but at a great price. They are made of a knit material and not a typical denim, so they are super soft and strechy. You can shop them HERE.

I’m still stuck on the white on white trend this summer. Pretty daring with a baby…

Daniel Wellington just launched the classic petite leather watch in white!!! IT goes perfectly with my white on white summer uniform. The one pictured is with the rose gold detailing. You can get 15% off by using promo code “BEAUANDARROW” when you shop the watch!!

P.S. These comfy platform wedge sandals are part of the Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale. Only a few days left to shop it so don’t miss out!

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Summer Graphic Tees & White Jeans

Posted on April 19, 2017

Summer graphic tees are my go-to for everyday style!

I’m not sure why I’ve been on such a tiger kick lately, but I’ve been loving them! Chaser brand is my go-to for summer graphic tees! This tiger version makes a statement without being too much. I like to add some white jeans to my wardrobe to brighten outfits up for spring/summer. Once it really starts to get warm I’ll go with cut offs. I’m on the hunt for the perfect distressed white pair now! I swapped my typical bootie for these black and white Marc Fisher platform wedge sandal. Comfort is key with shoes these days, being pregnant and chasing an 11 month old. It took me a minute to find the perfect pair that were super easy to walk in, but these ARE IT! My other latest obsession is the third eye.. it started with this manicure. Then I found this dainty necklace and I’ve been wearing it on repeat.

I’ve got a super busy week, but lots of exciting things happening! We have a meeting with a home builder today, I have a couple blogger events around town, and I’ll be doing lots of prep work for Georgie’s birthday party next weekend. I’ve been pinning woodland animal ideas and home decor inspiration like a mad woman, so if you don’t follow along with me on Pinterest you can find me HERE. If you have any pins for these things, I’d love if you could send them my way!

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How to Style a Denim Jacket for Spring

Posted on March 29, 2017

I wore this out and about while we were house hunting. Any other Nashvillians house hunters right now? This market is crazy, and we are having the hardest time finding what we have envisioned in our heads. I’m trying to stay patient and know the right one will come around when the time is right. I’m just hoping that time is before baby #2 gets here so the transition process will be just a little easier. A 14 month old, a newborn a traveling husband and a move might put this mama over the edge!

P.S. The denim jacket is back and I’m loving it! This distressed version is slightly oversized (I’m wearing an extra small so it wouldn’t be quite as big on me) and also under $100! If you have been following me for awhile now, you know that there is nothing I love better than a good graphic t-shirt! Naturally, I paired this jacket with one and some plain black strechy jeans. Now that I’m starting to get the bump this jeans still have enough strech to them to accomodate. I stalked these booties for quite sometime and they are finally on MEGA sale. WHOOHOO!! With western detailing on the top AND snakeskin on the bottom how could a girl resist?! You can totally rock them as a neutral. The fringe handbag is Jennifer Haley. She is such a badass designer, and an even better person. The bag is plenty big enough for me to throw Georgie’s diapers/change of clothes/snacks in for quick trips out.

Hope everyone can go out there and have a great week!

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The perfect spring LBD

Posted on February 24, 2017

Little Black Dress | Booties | Sunglasses | Handbag Necklaces: Mary Kathryn Designs Bracelets: Cadyn & Charlie

Photography: Chelsea Rochelle Photography

It’s felt like spring in February the last few days in Nashville and it has been glorious!! I’m spending as much time as I can outside to soak it all up and look at the spring blooms. I have found ya’ll the perfect off the shoulder dress ! It can be dressed up or down and is under $100!! It’s cotton and lightweight so it would make the perfect swim cover up this summer as well. I paired it with my go to suede booties, and some handmade jewelry. So easy and comfortable. Whenver it’s a little more cool, I will layer a denim jacket over it and my Converse or Golden Goose tennis shoes.

I hope everyone has a great weekend! Trey will be gone most of the month of March for work, so we will be getting outside with Georgie and soaking in all the family time that we can!

Xo,

ASH

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Black on Black on Bump

Posted on February 2, 2016

I have been trying not to buy actual “maternity” clothes since you can only wear them for such a small amount of time. When it comes to dressing the bump, creativity is key. A friend of mine once told me whenever you are in doubt to just wear all black. I took that advice to heart on this day. I have purchased several of these Chaser brand tanks because they run a little longer and I can wear them again after the babe is here. The pants are my same ones I had prior to getting pregnant, I just loop a hair tie in the button to give me an extra inch of room or so. (I only do this when I don’t plan on wearing them for long periods of time.) I will still wear heels on occasion, but revert to comfy shoes whenever possible. These leather ones give me the comfort I crave, but still have great style to them!

Xo,

Ash