#ExpessLove

Photos by: Tess Ware

{Shop the links below!}

Striped Top: Old similar here and here {under $6!}| Kimono: Express {OBSESSED} | Denim: Nordstrom {going fast, $66!} also here | Shoes: Nordstrom love these here | White Clutch: Wish list here | Sunnies: Karen Walker | Necklace: Similar here 

Phew, as I'm settling into bed and of course playing catch up, I can't help but to feel overwhelming joy. Although this weekend was go, go go, I started it with family and ended it with family {#blessed}. So, here is my weekend recap. It started off with my wonderful mama shopping for wedding center pieces {and of course shopping}. I've said it before and I'll say it again..wedding planning thus far as been so fun! 

With the big details blowing in the wind...there still comes the small details. Everyone says, "It's the big things that count." or "No one pays attention to the small details." All of which are probably accurate...except when your OCD about the "small details" and you were born OVER-observant. Yes, dramatic but {#truelife} I'm a perfectionist. So here comes my melt down rant...{don't worry it won't last. I'll be off making a new mental list}. I feel way over my head with these small details. Nothing is more rewarding then checking an item off the to do list..but nothing is more overwhelming when adding five more! What's that saying...one step forward...two steps back? NAILED IT. 

What keeps a girl grounded in a time of weddingwhelmness {Yes, I made that word up}? Family, friends, and the "little details" of life. I realize while my mind may be full....my heart can as well. Translation... when my heart is full, my mind becomes less of a distraction and block because I know at the end of the day...I get to marry my best friend...with the most important family and friends a girl could ask for! 

Side distraction...isn't this location magical? Of course my photographer never disappoints {Tess you my girl}! I'm loving mixed prints this season! I feel like my five year old self again, when mom was away, and dad would say "you can pick out what you want to wear today." To say the least...I'm still learning...but challenge accepted. 

Thanks for following along in this beautiful chaos I call life! 

xo 

Fringe Frenzy

Photo By: Tess Ware

Printed Top: Love these here and here | Boyfriend Shorts: Adore these here and here here {all $80 or less} | Fringe Booties: New purchase Nordstrom here  | Panama Hat: Here | Necklace: Stella & Dot | Fringe purse similar here and here 

Fringe, fringe, and more fringe....my latest and greatest obsession is fringe! It's always a necessity in my closet...so no doubt I'll be making some room for more! I love Panama hats as well! Disclaimer: Hats on windy days...make for endless laughs! 

With Dustin and I's wedding being a little over 3 months away and working one full time job, one part time {for fun} job...list are taking over our space, sleep becomes minimal, and the worry of completing task after task becomes exhausting. So, instead of eating my sorrows away..donut by donut..I came up with a list {#surprise-surprise} of what keeps my heart full and mind fresh...and here it goes {#enjoy}

Full Heart: Indulge {in moderation}. Say yes to new things. Seek and capture the little things in life. Dream BIG, work HARDER, and watch opportunities unfold. Be kind out of gesture-not out of self-fullfillment. Trust the journey {it's an adventure dear}! Cuddle as much as humanly possible. Everyday is a DONUT day. Create a bucket list and watch in satisfaction as you cross dreams off. 

Mind fresh: Smile even when life doesn't always give you a reason {do it}! Knowledge is POWER, ask away. Do what makes you happy {#simple...#justdoit}. Stay in the moment. Compare less, make note of your own strengths. Compliment others, judge less. Take time to enjoy-whether it be by yourself, with your best gal pal in crime, or that scrumptious man of yours. Stress less, WINE more. Exercise the body and the mind {Shopping counts as cardio, right}? Make lists, its perfectly okay to be a functional chaotic mess. Laugh until.....you grow yourself a pair of abs. Disclaimer: wishful thinking. 

xo 

Better Late than Never

  

Photo By: Tess Ware

Always Late Tank: Nordstrom {only $28!} | Leather Shorts: Old similar here | Justfab Shoes {sold out} similar here {love the tan} | Sunnies: Karen Walker {splurge} | Clutch: save here splurge here |

I'm pretty sure I should wear this tank everyday. Maybe, just maybe it would be a great reminder not to be late....{#wishfulthinking}! My photographer put my lateness in perspective and it goes something like this, "I've officially ran out of excuses. I will likely be a little late because of who I am as a person." {ha ha}

Confession: I'm a sucker for graphic t-shirts with rad sayings. So, naturally when I saw this tank from Nordstrom it was a "meant to be, had to have" kind of purchase. I have a girl crush on this graphic t's as well here and here. These shoes by the way... are super comfortable. Dustin says he's living out the Justfab commercial where the husband is disturbed by the amount of shoes arriving to the house. I about lost it then and there. But real talk, I'm addicted to Justfab! I'm currently trying to chose from these here and here. Decisions decisions! 

Thanks for stopping by!

xo 

Instagram Round Up

 

1. Nordstrom Sandals | Wedding Planner | Smashbox Lip gloss | 2. Express Flower Tank | White distressed denim similar here and here | Express Nude Heels | Express Navy Striped Clutch | 3. Shopbellac {sold out} love this here | White Denim similar here and here | Tan Clutch: Wishlist here | BaubleBar Necklace | White Earrings: Similar here | Urban Outfitters Sunnies | 

Hello Monday, please bring back Friday! Here are some recent Instagram captures with deets {#shopaway}. By the way, this blog thing is new to me. I'm learning as I go and ultimately the purpose is to provide all you lovely followers with outfit details, making it less of hassle, and convenient for you to find products that catch your eye. My goal is to always have fun! I call this a hobby, but it's more like a vacation ;). I hope you have a fantastic week! 

Denim Vibes

 

Photo By: Tess Ware

Chambray Top: Express  | Boyfriend Jeans: Express {last season} SO similar here and here {under $90!} | Tan Heels: Express | Clutch: Old love this from express here | Sunnies: Urban Outfitters 

Wind alert, I repeat wind alert! This day had Tess and I laughing so hard! At one point I looked over at Tess {hints the mid laugh picture} and said, "Do you think if I hold my breath the wind will stop?" Obviously not, but wishful thinking. I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! I went to the cutest bridal shower ever for a good family friend and oh my does it have me excited for mine! FYI: I'm on the hunt for the perfect dress so if you have suggestions do share! I adore a traditional white dress but I'm really starting to obsess over hot pinks and neon green colors. There perfect for summer!

You all, I've been dying to find the perfect chambray top and I got this one for a steal when Express had their 40% off sale! I've done the whole denim on denim look, but these boyfriend jeans though {#heaven} Confession: I have a thing for express and this look is express head to toe {#ExpressLove}. Now excuse me while I catch up on my daily dose of The Voice! 

Stop back again! 

Bauble Over This Look

Photos By: Tess Irene Photography 

Blouse: HM | White Denim: Similar here, here and here {all under $100 at Nordstrom} | Shoes: Similar here and here | Purse: Michael Kors | Necklace: BaubleBar | Watch: Michael Kors | Bracelet: Stella & Dot, Stella Dot | Bow Ring: Similar here | Lips: Mac | Lip Liner: Mac

Spring is well on its way and the grass is just starting to turn green, however the weather here in Iowa has been cold and dreary. I don't know about you, but the only time I enjoy rain is with a relaxing thunderstorm, curled up in bed, with a nice cup of coffee, and a Nicolas Sparks book {Yes, I said relaxing thunderstorm}. 

With spring coming I couldn't resist this blouse that I purchased from HM for $18 {I'm all about the bargain}! I loved how it paired nicely with this adorable BaubleBar Antarctica Ring Pendant Necklace here. If you haven't noticed, I'm in "girl lust" over BaubleBar's Jewelry. It's perfectly priced and the quality is fantastic. I always get compliments when I'm wearing a piece of their jewelry! Shh...I'm still in lust over Stella & Dot jewelry pieces as well {#madlove}! 

Now onto to these amazing heels {My steal vs. splurge} {aka not your Valentino's, but pretty close}! These are from last year, but I linked similar ones above because I'm smitten over how easy these die for heels {with the fur studs} can be paired with the perfect jean or dress. These white denim are also from last year and just an FYI: excuse me if you see these on repeat, I'm slightly {#obsessed}. 

Happy Hump Day! 

xo

You Go Glen Coco

 

 

 

 Tank: Target | Leather Jacket: HM | Denim: BLANKNYC | Bag: here | Shoes:

Similar here and here | Sunnies: Adore these here and here | Bracelet: Stella &  

Dot and here | Distressed Denim: Here, here, and here {under $100!}

Hold up, wait a second! Is this not the best tank ever!? I could literally sit here all day referencing to the movie Mean Girls {#youcan'tsitwithus}. I adore these Target graphic tanks and at $12.99 a piece..I don't think I can stop at one {#youfeelme}. This "On Wednesdays we wear pink" here and "Clothes before Bros" here are to die for. Above I linked my favorite distressed denim for spring and of course my new favorite go to BLANKNYC denim here. 

I hope you all had a fantastic Easter with your loved ones.The weather here in Iowa was perfect. I'm pretty sure I ate an entire basket of candy and today's workout was {#killer}! Have a wonderful week!! 

xo

Mandy