Spring Dresses and White Tees

Happy Tuesday! If you live anywhere in the North east and along the East coast you are probably getting hit with a crazy snow storm. I am currently sitting in my office typing away while a winter wonderland is blowing through the town. It is actually kind of cozy, at least while we still have power. :)

Paperback Boutique is where my two outfits are from and can I just say how much I love, love this floral dress? The fit is perfect and lays just at the perfect length. It has a little choker detail on the dress, adding some more creative details and of course the floral trend is so hot right now. I just happen to be obsessed with florals (if you haven't noticed) so I am elated that they are currently trending. The dress also has a cinched waist which is always flattering on every body type. I will link the outfit details below, but you can also find the dress located here.

The white shirt was also complimentary from Paperback. The fit of this top is very flattering. It is fitted by the bust and slightly flares out at the bottom. The sleeves also have a little bit of a belle sleeve shape. Bell sleeves are another trend that is hot right now. I love that the top had a bit of a flow to the shape without losing the complimentary form. Sometimes I forget just how much I love white tops until I add accessories to them. A white top and jeans have endless possibilities to them.  The white top is currently sold out, but there is a white sweater listed on the site with a little bit of a similar shape to it.

XOXO,

Brianna

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Dress: Floral Dress | Shoes: Lace Up Wedge | Bag: CocoVann Official | Pants: Skinny Jeans | Necklace: BaubleBar | Shoes: Lace Up Block Heel

The Must Have Bag for Spring

Happy Thursday! I hope you were able to make it through your week without too many difficulties. Tomorrow is Friday and who doesnt love a good fri-yay?! As every weekend goes by it means we are one week closer to spring, which for us Northern folks that means sun and heat. I am soooo ready for some warm weather.

This spring I really am loving the styles that are trending. One big trend that you will see throughout stores and online is neutrals. Neutrals are always a great choice. They are classy, clean looking, and easy to accessorize. 

I have been on the prowl for the perfect sized taupe bag and I FINALLY found it. This leather bag is from Cocovann and I absolutely love it! I have been looking for several weeks for the perfect bag and this leather satchel is everyting I was looking for. As soon as I opened the package i instantly fell in love with the purse. It really is such a beautiful bag!

DETAILS...

The size of the bag was large enough that I could fit my belongings in but not so large that it became a burden to carry for long periods of time. The shape of the bag held, which was important for me. I am on the go all the time and with children my bags get tossed around. The shape of the bag has stayed the same since it has arrived in the mail. There are several pockets along the side of the purse; perfect for you phone, lip glosses, gum and everything else we like to cram in. :) I have received so many compliments on this bag and I would 100% put my stamp of approval on this hot spring item. 

Cocovann has been gracious ebough to offer my followers a 40% dsicount on all the "AW16" bags (including this one). Normally this bag retails for $269, but by using code BRIANNAXCOCO40, you can get the bag for $162. For an all leather bag, this is worth every penny. The code is good until March 16, so if you need sometime to sleep it over, take a few days and then browse through the pictures again. 

If you do purchase a bag, tag me in your photos so I can see how stunning you look! Have a great almost weekend!

XoXo,

Brianna

Gray Wrap Crossover Sweater

Happy Monday! This week is Valentines week, who is ready and who still needs a few more days? I definately fall in the need more time category. I still have yet to get anything for the hubby. Lets see what I can come up with in the next 12 hours! Any idea are very much welcomed.

One thing I do know is that this sweater is for sure one of my favorites this winter. I love how versatile it can be! I think my preferred style is having the wrap located in the back, personally for me I think it is too low cut in the front, plus it adds so much more detail. The material on the sweater is very comfortable and soft and easily conforms to the body. I like wearing clothes that conform to me, rather than finding myself adjusting them all day. Am I right or am i right?! :) This eact sweater sold out (I know, Im sorry) but I found a sweater that is very similar in looks and material. Shop the look below!

XOXO,

Brianna

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Top: Crossover Sweater / Jeans: Aeropostale / Crossbody Bag: TJMaxx

Valentines Day Ruffles

Happy Thursday! One more day until Friyay! Is anyone celebrating Valentines Day early, over the weekend? My hubby is convinced it will not be that busy, but I think it will be. One thing neither one of us like is when the restaurants jack up their prices and change the menu so you can only pick a small selection of items. Why do they have to take advantage of us hard working people!? So needless to say we usually avoid going out the day of.

If you are noticing a common theme on Instagram, ruffles are taking the fashion world by storm. Some people love it, some hate it but I think done the proper way it can add such great detail to any article of clothes. My sister text me last night and told me she would never wear this outfit. Hahah, oh thats what sisters are for!

This sweater from Shein Official is my new favorite top. It has a soft material and the bell sleeves keep their shape. Have you ever bought an article of clothing and the shape falls apart and looks nothing like when you bought it in the store? Ugh hate when that happens. This top is true to fit, however it did fall right at my waist. If you have a longer torso I would suggest going up a size. The fabric is very soft and does not leave an itch feeling. You can shop the Ruffle top ---> here <----or click the picture below. This  leather bag from cocovan will be up on the blog next week with all the details.

XOXO,

Brianna

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Trending with Black Watches by Lord

Happy Monday! Are you recovering from the superbowl? We hosted yesterday and my hubby was smart enough to suggest paper products making clean up easy. Why didnt I think of that? Thankful one of our brains was working!

My new favorite watch that has been on repeat is the "Classic Date" watch in Black by Lord. The strap is genuine leather and measures 18mm. It has a rose gold face (which I love) and has an all over Black appearance. My watch was very comfortable and I didnt feel the need to "break it in" even with the leather strap. I will be the first to admit that I do not wear too much black so I knew I needed a watch for a statement peice that stood out and caught someones eye. 

Lord Timepeices offers 24 month warranties with all watches and they offer free shipping worldwide. I LOVE FREE SHIPPING. If you have saw my latest insta stories you know what I do with my saved shipping money. Ill give you a hint...it has to do with food, hehe.

Lord also offers watches for men and women and range in a wide variety. Looking for a way to style a specific watch? Check out their instagram feed for some more inspiration.

I was able to snag a discount code for you, use code BLYNN for 10% off all purchases. As always tag me in your pictures if you purchase one so I can see how amazing it looks on you! 

XOXO,

Brianna

Ava and Joy

Happy Monday! Mondays in our house are cleaning days aka recovering from the weekend. The house is usually a bomb and I try my best to have my girls help out with chores. My oldest who is five is a great help…most days. Thankfully today was one of those days! Did anyone watch the bachelor? I am not sure how I feel about this season. Nick would not have been my first choice, but hopefully this season picks up. I was working on this blog post while watching the show, a typically Monday night around here!

Ava and Joy is the boutique that provided the clothes pictured above. I loved all the pieces that I chose and the ultimate favorite of mine was the Little Black Dress. The dress was such excellent quality and I can’t wait to add it to my closet. It is one of those dresses that you can keep for years and know it will not go out of style. The other two sweaters are super comfortable. I chose a dark and light color so that they easily could go with multiple outfits. The black sweater had a ripped design; it gives it a unique look and leaves it a little unpolished looking. If you like a picture above, you can click on it and it will take you directly to the site. 

The best part is that all the items are less than $30! That is such a steal. If you have any formal event to go to this year, you NEED this black dress. As always tag me in your pictures so I can!

XOXO,

Brianna

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Shop The Mint

Today’s blog post is about the “slouchy”. The slouchy is The Mint Julep Boutiques amazing sweatshirt. The slouchy is a cute and trendy long sleeve shirt that can be worn in multiple different ways. On top of that it is so incredibly comfortable. When I received the package in the mail I could not wait to wear them! The fabric was cotton and had a perfect fit as soon as I put it on. 

The part that I love most about the slouchy is how versatile it is. The wine colored slouchy was perfect for fall photos so I could not wait to dress it up with a hat and heels and take pictures in the leaves. I know it can be really hard to find fashion trends that are comfortable and trending, but that is the best part about this shirt. There are so many ways to style it!

Being a mom of two little girls I am on the go a lot and I am also home a lot. Being comfortable in what I am wearing is very important to me. I wanted to add a real life picture amongst the professional ones to keep things honest and real. Life is not always about dressing up and attending fancy events.  It is about cuddling on the couch and drying crying eyes while drinking all the coffee I can get. I may or may not have worn this pink slouchy all day and all night. It was the perfect comfy top for a tiresome day.

The slouchys typically are $48 but with an exclusive offer you can buy them for $24. I have attached all the links for you below. I hope you love them as much as I do!

XOXO,

Brianna

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Wine Slouchy

Rose Slouchy

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Shein Striped Dress

This is my new current favorite dress! I cannot say enough good things about it. First off the material is sooooo comfortable. You know those amazing high count thread sheets that you love to sleep in? I secretly think this dress is made from those sheets! Ok, maybe not but one can dream. 

This dress was fitted but still had some room for comfort. It also had a little bit of flow to it so I could pair it with a long cardigan. This dress is perfect for all season. I especially love pairing stripes in the fall with a deep mustard color. In the winter I can pair it with some tights and over the knee boots and once the weather warms up a bit in the spring I can wear it by itself. 

The best thing about the dress is that it is currently on sale for $12. Is that not an amazing price for a dress that can carry you through all the seasons? You can never go wrong with a complimentary striped dress with an amazing price. I have linked the site information here. www.shein.com

If you are wondering about the cat, my daughter thought it would be a fun idea if I posed with it. How do you say no to a 5 year old? :)

XOXO,

Brianna

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V-Neck Striped Shirt

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Oliver Bilou

One of the best things about Instagram is coming across new and different accounts. I stumbled upon Oliver Bilou, a handbag website for the sophisticated lady. They feature three different bags and I instantly feel in love with all of them! My bag of choice was the deep blue vegan leather bag called, Amy. Amy is the epitome of a sophisticated handbag with a trendy twist. I love that the bag features tassels on the side. It has just enough fringe detail to make the bag pop. 

Being a busy mom, bags are very important in my day to day routine. I need something that can carry all of my essentials while still leaving room for diapers and wipes for my little one. I am past the stage of diaper bags but still have to carry a few things for my little ones, and this size bag is perfect for just that. It is the perfect size and proportion for any outfit. Not too big and not to small. 

As much as these bags are beautiful what the company stands for serve’s even a better purpose. A portion of the proceeds collected from these bags goes to charities that support children in developing countries. How amazing is that?! We lived in such a blessed country and I love that this company realizes that and is willing to share the love and wealth. Take a minute ti check out their website, and limited collection and handbags.

OLIVER BILOU

XOXO,

Brianna

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