The second I spotted this high-waisted skirt I knew I just had to have it. However, I don’t get too dressed up these days. Big buttons are trending this spring, and this cut was just too flattering to pass up, so I decided to work on styling it for more of an everyday look.
Pairing the skirt with this cropped band tee made it both comfortable and more approachable. Spring skirts can seem overwhelming to style in your everyday casual looks, but it’s easier (and more comfortable) than it may seem. I sized up on this crop top tee so that I could wear it with high rise jeans or shorts this summer without baring any belly.
If you haven’t heard of Marc Fisher espadrille wedge sandals yet, check them out. They are so comfy to walk around in, especially for the wedge size. These were a little funky and added texture and that pop to a simple outfit. They also have great neutral options that I’ve been eyeing as well.
This would also be great for a night out with some wrap up heels and a tighter crop top. (That either showed some skin or tucked in.) You could also wear it with a blouse and pair of booties to a more formal occasion or the workplace. (I’m 5’6″ and the skirt was not overly short on me, for reference.)
White on white isn’t always practical when I am around the babies, but anytime I have a chance to get out it’s my go to. So fresh for spring and easy to pull off.
Here are some other SPRING SKIRTS that are great for casual everyday wear that can also be dressed up.
I’ve been working on really finding staple piece items that build more of a wardrobe instead of tons of pieces that I wear once. Spring sweaters are great because you can layer them up in the fall or rock them with some jeans in the spring and with some cut offs and sandals on summer nights.
I loved that this one had the open knit look and is so cozy, but yet lightweight. I kept it simple and paired it with neutral booties, and my absolute go- to jeans.
If you are local to Nashville or passing by, Cheekwood is just so beautiful in the spring. They have their tulips on display right now, and everything is colorful and lush. They have a beer garden, and food trucks on the weekends. It’s a great place to stroll the kids around too!
I’ve rounded up some of my favorite spring sweaters that I’ll be adding to my wardrobe or my wish list at all different price points.
Spring sweaters are so versatile when it comes to styling. Throw them on with a suede skirt and some heels to really dress them up, jeans and flats, jeans and booties, some cut offs and over the knee boots, or over a silk dress with heels.
I’ve been loving that the weather is slowly warming up. The boy’s have both caught a later winter cold and we are just so ready for the sickness season to be over.
Every chance we get to play outside or head to the park we take! Hope everyone gets a chance to get outside and breathe in some fresh (hopefully warm) air!
Does anyone else get in a rut with all the dreary weather? It’s been rainy and cold over here in Tennessee and I feel like the boys and I have been cooped up in the house for what feels like forever. I truly love staying at home and soaking in all the sweet moments with my babies, but when the weather is like this it puts me in a funk. The cure for that? A coffee date with friends and dreams of sunshine and spring outfits!
I’ve been seeing this adorable coffee shop, Coffee & Coconuts, pop up on my Instagram feed and it did NOT disappoint. It’s something straight out of a magazine and has such a California cool vibe. The most picture worthy coffee shop ever and the avocado toast and homemade organic coffee syrups were equally as incredible.
Katie, with Beauty By K2, was one of my first “Nashville friends.” It’s been so fun hearing her talk about her dream of starting a makeup business and going to esthetician school to watching her turn that into a thriving reality. We decided to team up to bring a neutral spring look and head out together for a little coffee date after. Much needed girl time!
These jeans might just be my favorites I’ve ever had. They are high waisted, but super comfortable. The waist is the perfect length to wear the crop top trend but not show any belly area. (Perfect for mamas that aren’t really wanting to show it all..) I loved the busted knee, and the crop is great for spring. They run true to size. I couldn’t resist this neutral striped crop top ! The straps are removable and it’s light weight, but not sheer at all. It’s still cold so I paired it with my absolute favorite thing I own… THIS DUSTER. It comes in three colors (I own them all…) It’s something you can wear year round, and it amplifies any outfit. It literally feels like you are wearing a robe. Totally worth the splurge. (Size down…)
Katie created such an easy neutral look that I will be re-creating a LOT this spring. We both are all about prepping our skin before we start. It’s ALLLL about the skincare (huge post on that coming next week.) Directly before we used Tarte’s H20 moisturizer. It’s got a cooling affect and soaks into the skin. Your skin feels so soft directly after use which I love. Then we did a few sprays of Urban Decay’s Quick Fix hydrating prep and prime spray. (I have dry skin.) It reduces pores and hydrates to help makeup look more flawless. My go to foundation has been Tarte’s Amazonian clay. It’s a full coverage, and has SPF. (SO important.) The Naked Palette has been a long standing favorite of ours for YEARS. She used shades “buck” in the crease, “half baked” on the lid and smog in the outer corners. These three together are a neutral (but still glam) dream. The perfect amount of shimmer.
With this neutral look, the perfect nude look keeps the whole face fresh and clean looking. We used the Urban Decay in “stark nude” .
She finished the look with some blush. Spring is all about a beautiful blushed cheek! Katie blended Mac’s powder blush in the shade “melba” on the cheekbones.
Spring is all about the braids! She whipped this look up in under 5 minutes! The key to creating braided looks is pulling the braids with your fingers and making them appear wider and slightly “undone” or “messy” looking. She left room and looped my braid through to give extra dimension. (Does anyone else remember the red topsy turvy braid from their childhood!? My mom used this on us ALLLLL the time. We hated it because she would do it sooo tight.)
I’m ready for all the spring outfit looks, braids, sunshine and flowers!
Check out another neutral pretty spring look HERE.
Spring is on the horizon and I’m oh so ready for it! I’m so excited to start rocking some new spring (lighter) looks. Ya’ll know I love a good white on white, but this updated ivory on ivory is even better!
I’ve started to stock up on some staple pieces that I wanted to share! These ivory jeans are an update on the white jeans that have been popular for awhile now. The distressed hem is great, and they are such a good price point. ($78) They fit true to size. This neutral hat is perfect for lighter color threads in the spring/summer. (It’s also a great price point at $58!)
I know I brag about Spell & The Gypsy Collective all the time, but they are such a great company. This graphic t-shirt is great, because it’s light and neutral and also something slightly different than the band tees.
Shopbop is one of the best retailers for designer pieces (and some great reasonably priced one too)! They are currently having their best sale, the buy more, save more event. Perfect time to stock up on some spring style essentials. This sale gets me.. every dang time! It’s 15% off of orders $200+, 20% off orders $500+, and 25% off of orders $800 and up.
UNDER $100 SPRING ESSENTIALS
SPLURGE WORTHY STAPLE PIECES
I love a good designer piece as much as the next girl, but hate paying full price. This is the best time to stock up on some staple items that you can where on the regular. (I swear by my Golden Goose sneakers for example..)
I grew up in the Midwest and we had our fair share of snow. Don’t get me wrong, I love a good snow day, but COME. ON. SPRING. It’s just cold to be cold over here in Nashville, and these baby boys just want to be outside all day.
Spring style is about to be here, and I can’t wait! Until then, here is a little transition outfit idea. Denim Jackes are the perfect transition piece. I styled mine over this $10 GRAPHIC TEE, and added a stripe scarf for interest and my go to white booties. (The pop of white is perfect for spring style!) They are also on sale for half off and are now under $100!!
We are trying to beat off the cabin fever by doing little workouts inside and getting out any chance the temperatures spike up! However, this Wilson clan is all MORE than ready for spring!!
Some SALES I’ve been shopping this week:
Too Faced– Up to 30% off site wide. I was out of my favorite mascara and ended up snagging a couple other items as well.
Shopbop– One of the best to find designer pieces, and they’ve added A TON to the sale. They also are offering 15% off regular priced items using the code: FORYOU15.
Revolve– They have a ton of staple winter/fall items on mega sale. So many great jackets! I grabbed this black velvet moto jacket on sale for under $100.
Anthropologie – They are offering an additional 25% off sale. Since we moved in to the new house I’ve been crushing on all of their home decor.
P.S. You can check out my favorite spring transition outfit from last year HERE.
I’ve been still living in my robe.. I mean duster, but I’m starting to be styling spring looks with it much more these days. I’m not a fan of too much bright color, but I love things with summer vibes. So this pineapple tank top that has more muted colors, is my jam. It would also be adorable styled with cut off denim shorts and lose the duster once it’s too warm to wear it. (Until then I will be styling it with everything.)
I love to stack a bunch of necklaces with a graphic tank. These Mary Kathryn Designs are dainty and neutral enough to pair with anything. You probably know by now I wear these booties NON STOP, but this would look so cute with some sandals too.
Also, I’m doing a giveaway with Give Lovely over on Instagram. Make sure you head over there to get your chance to win one of these lovely gift boxes! You will just need to be following both of us, and like the picture as well as tag some friends that you think would love one of these. Nothing beats a good mail day, and how amazing would it feel for one of these to pop up at your doorstep?! The packaging is just adorable.They have several themes you can choose from that are pre-created for you. Bride to be, mama to be, teacher, etc. You can also create your own, which is the route that I took. I wanted Georgie to have a couple little surprises that he could open with me too. He loved it!
I hope everyone has a great weekend! We are off to Vegas for the ACM awards. Georgie is going to get lots of quality time with my family this weekend! Last year during ACM weekend I was also pregnant. I actually had G less than 2 weeks later. So next year (when I’m finally not pregnant) I will have a true “Vegas” time. For now, I’ll be hanging by the pool with my girlfriends, just bumping away, and eating lots of good food!
