Outfit: Pink, Green, and Leopard on Leopard

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Hello everyone!

There's just something about dressing up that makes me feel really good. One of my college roommates always commented on how I always got DRESSED for class. She said, "You never see you go to class in sweats." I actually didn't really own any sweats outside of my cheerleading practice wear and game day uniforms. My appearance affected how I felt, which affected my academic performance. I remember there was a time when I did go to class in my cheerleading sweats and I just felt like I wanted to put my head down and take a nap. From that day on, I made sure I got DRESSED for class. 

I still live by the same rules today. For me, feeling good begins with looking good. Now don't get me wrong, there are days when I stay in my lounge clothes all day. But when I want to feel pretty, I get DRESSED. Even when I am sick or in a bad mood, my outfit can give me a little boost back the other way. 

An evening gown makes me feel elegant, ruffles and lace make me feel ultra feminine, just as a suit makes me feel like a CEO. Can an outfit change your mood or alter how you feel?

:: Outfit ::

top: Kirna Zabete Target lace top, Express cami (similar here), 

Target leopard coat (similar here)

bottom: H&M green leopard print skirt (similar here), Target Assets tights

bag: Betsy Johnson (similar here)

shoes: Nine West Garisono pumps

accessories: Ralph Lauren hoops, Michael Kors watch, 

Forever 21 bracelet

I almost forgot; I am giving away a $25 J. Crew gift card here and here. Make sure you head on over and enter for your chance to win.

Good luck and thank you so much for stopping by!

Linking up with Monday Mingle, #YOLOMondays, Visible Monday, Style Showcase, Style Sessions, The Pleated Poppy, Random Wednesday, Rolled up Pretty, and Real Girl Glam.

Outfit: The Red Coat, a Giveaway, and a Collaboration

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Hello, everyone! 

It has been a little cooler here in Atlanta, so I am being forced to wear a coat. For some reason, I really don't like wearing coats, but I love wearing this one. I always feel super stylish when I wear it, so it is an exception to my NO COAT campaign. 

:: Outfit ::

Coat: Forever 21 (old)(similar here)

bag: Betsy Johnson (seen here and here)

boots: Ann Taylor Loft (last worn here)

accessories: Target gloves and tights, Michael Kors earrings (also worn here)

I collaborated with Carly of Lipgloss and Crayons, on of my favorite bloggers, for a Trend Collaboration. Go on over and check out how we each wear our plaid!

Oh, and I am giving away this stunning Michael Kors bracelet!
Good luck!

Linking up with Plane Pretty, Watch What I'm Wearing, Lily Among Thorns, Monday Mingle, #YOLOMondays, Visible Monday, The Pleated Poppy, Wardrobe Wednesday, Rolled Up Pretty, Style Sessions, Aloha Friday, Transatlantic Blonde, Because Shanna Said So, My Girlish Whims, Dress For the Day, I am a Pisces, Covered In Grace Favorite Frock Friday.

Outfit: Winter Hi-Liter

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:: Outfit ::

Dress: Spence via Ross

shoes: Nine West (old) (similar here)

bag: Express clutch (old)

accessories: Target earrings (similar here), necklace (old), 

Betsy Johnson bangles

Thank you so much for stopping by!

Linking up with The Pleated Poppy, Style Sessions, Wardrobe Wednesday, Rolled Up Pretty, and #YOLOMondays, Aloha Friday.

Outfit: Spring Colors in Winter

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Happy Friday everyone!

I hope everyone has had a wonderful Holiday so far and is ready for 2013.

With only a few more days before the new year, winter has finally reached us here in Atlanta. Sometimes I find myself gravitating towards dark colors when the weather starts to cool off. Just because winter has arrived, that doesn't mean the pastels and bright colors have to be put away. Wearing color always brightens my mood.

Who says you can't wear color in the winter?!

:: Outfit ::

top: Target sweater, American Eagle shirt (old)(similar here)

bottom: GAP 1969 always skinny jeans (last year)(similar here)

bag: Vintage Coach clutch (similar here)

shoes: Nine West (old)(similar here)

accessories: Target earrings, Michael Kors bracelet, 

Express watch (similar here), Juicy Couture ring

I am guest posting here on

one of my favorite blogs today, and sponsoring a giveaway of this 
Michael Kors Wrap Bracelet. If you missed me the first time I guest posted for Carly, you can check out that post here.

I just love Carly. She has great style, excellent beauty product suggestions, delicious recipes, and the #YOLOMonday Link-Up Party. Head on over to Lipgloss and Crayons check her out, and enter the giveaway; I promise you will love her just as much as I do!

Thank you so much for reading!

Linking up with The Pleated Poppy, Wardrobe Wednesday, Favorite Frock Fridays, Transatlantic Blonde, and Monday Mingle.

Outfit: Floral and Color Blocked Skirt

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I have had these Michael Kors platform sandals for about three years now. They are the highest and the most comfortable sandals I own, and that's including flats. I can walk in these all day with no problem. There is no toe rubbing, no pain on the ball of my feet, the instep is at a perfect angle, and they are the perfect shade of nude for my complexion. I can literally wear these sandals with everything. If you find a pair of sandals this perfect, hang on to them. These babies will be with me until they fall apart.

I just love TJ Maxx, Marshals, and Ross; you can save a ton of money by shopping at any of these chains. These stores often have items that are currently in the department stores for up to 60% less. I scored this top and skirt for less than $40 at TJ Maxx earlier this year. I try to visit my local stores at least once a week, because they get new shipments of merchandise every week.

I am linking up to What I Wore Wednesday.

Thank you so much for reading!

:: Outfit ::

top: TJ Maxx (similar here)

bottom: TJ Maxx (similar here)

shoes: Michael Kors (old) (similar here) 

bag: Michael Kors (old) (similar here)

accessories: belt Target (similar here), Michael Kors watch, 

bracelets Michael Kors (similar here), 

Juicy Couture, and Target (similar here),

rings Michael Kors (smilar here), necklace The Limited (similar here), 

earrings Betsy Johnson