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LULU*S WHITE HOT AMERICAN SUMMER

2013-05-21T05:05:00.000-07:00

Lulu's Romper / Straw Hat / Gold Bracelet / Red Wedge Sandals (similar here) / Sunglasses

* all items thanks to Lulu's

Excited to team up with Lulu's to style a white, Summer BBQ inspired look for their Memorial Day Sale. White is one of my favorite colors to wear. It's classic and timeless. With Memorial Day around the corner it's the sign that summer is officially here. BBQ's, pool parties, and warm weather!

Lulu's is offering an exclusive preview to their White Hot American Sale to Hello Fash Readers. Get an additional 15% off all sale items now through Wednesday 5/23 at midnight. Enter Code: VIPMEMORIAL at checkout.

$1000 J. Crew Giveaway with The Shelf

2013-05-20T17:00:00.000-07:00

I'm excited to bring you a very special giveaway today... one lucky reader will enjoy- a $1,000 J.Crew Gift Card!

In celebration of an exciting new concept called The Shelf, this group of fabulous bloggers and I are giving you the opportunity to win an amazing fashion makeover.

Style Elixir | Fash Boulevard | Ivory Lane | The Chiffon Diary | GBO Fashion

Hello Fashion | Barefoot Blonde | Because Shanna Said So | Shannon Hearts | See Jane

A Little Dash of Darling | Mix and Match Fashion | Little Miss Fearless | Merricks Art | Coast With Me

A fashionistas ultimate tool! The Shelf is a new website that allows you to keep all the items you love in one place. When you go shopping online, simply click and 'shelve' your favorite pieces...

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A hub for style inspiration and maximum savings, the gorgeous ladies I'm collaborating with are all using the The Shelf and we'd love you to join us! I've shelved some of my favorite pieces and you can keep up with these, or start adding your own.

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VESTS ON REPEAT

2013-05-19T17:32:00.001-07:00

CLOTHES:

Nordstrom Vest / T by Alexander Wang Tank / Jeans (old similar here) / Lulu's Wedge Sandals c/o (sold out similar here)

ACCESSORIES:

Karen Walker Sunglasses / Gigi New York Clutch c/o / Michael Kors Watch / ILY Bracelet c/o

So in my moments of indecisiveness you guys pulled through {again} and I went with the white vest (thanks for all your input!). I am so in love. It has two slits in the front that give it a little edge. I feel like it will match so match and be a great transition piece for the seasons.

I just got a new twitter account. Follow along: @hellofashblog

TRENDS: SPRING TO SUMMER ESSENTIALS

2013-05-16T05:54:00.002-07:00

Tory Burch Sunglasses / Mint Bag / Neon Skirt / Valentino Flats

Transitioning your Spring to Summer wardrobe is a little easier than Winter to Spring. The sun is out and you are already sporting color and some leg.

My key pieces for the seasons would be:

1. Some Great Aviators:

Love Tory Burch's tortoise accent on the classic aviator. Tortoise is hot this year

2. A Pastel Handbag:

Mint, mint, mint, this color always catches my eye and I love the side zippers to give it some edge.

3. A Bright Skirt:

Neons (especially pink) make you look tanner and instantly brighten your mood. Don't be afraid of bright color.

4. Flat's with Sass:

You can't go wrong with these gorgeous shoes.

Day to Day

2013-05-15T05:05:00.000-07:00

CLOTHES:

Nordstrom Sweater (more colors here) / Jeans (old similar here ) / Plomo Heels

ACCESSORIES:

Gigi New York Clutch c/o / Michael Kors Watch / Tassel Bracelet / Karen Walker Sunglasses

MAKEUP:

Stila Lipstick

Hands down one of my go to pieces for day to day wear is distressed denim. The longer I have them the more distressed they get (which I like). They are never one of those piece's I'm anxious to get off. What are your favorite basic pieces?

Feeling Bright

2013-05-14T05:05:00.000-07:00

CLOTHING:

Madewell Jacket / Zara Tank (old) / GAP Skinnies (on sale) / Report Boots

ACCESSORIES:

Michael Kors Necklace / Karen Walker Sunglasses / Double Chain Bracelet / Alexis Bittar Bracelet / ILY Crystal Bracelet / Celine Tote (similar here & here)

A more basic outfit today, but I loved the bright color of these skinnies. Got them on sale a couple weeks ago and now they are on sale even more! GAP is running an extra 30% off site wide (code: GAP30). Eyeing these Distressed Boyfriend Jeans and these Printed Skinnies. Which one do you guys like more? Sale ends today and I can't decide :)

Camo-ed Stripe

2013-05-10T05:05:00.000-07:00

CLOTHES:

Stripe Maxi Dress / Club Monaco Jacket (similar here & here) / Converse Shoes (also love low top Chucks)

ACCESSORIES:

Michael Kors Watch (limited edition similar here) / ILY bracelet c/o / Old similar Aviator Sunglasses / Celine Tote (similar here)

Going with a super casual look to start off the weekend. TGIF!
Have a great weekend & Happy Mother's Day's to all you mama's out there!

FLORAL SENSATION

2013-05-09T05:05:00.000-07:00

CLOTHES:

Top (old similar Tee here & loving this Mint Button Up) / Floral Pants / Kurt Geiger Heels

ACCESSORIES:

Michael Kors Watch / ILY Handbag / ILY earrings c/o / Lulu Sunglasses c/o

MAKEUP:

Tarte Lipstick

My heart melted when I found these shoes. It's sad that I honestly get this excited for a pair of shoes but it's true. About 2-3 weeks ago I saw these shoes on Pinterest, but the link to the picture was not to the person's blog or store where they were from (don't you hate when that happens?!).

I literally couldn't stop thinking about them. I looked on every online store I could think of, typed in every random phrase in Google, Polyvore, and Pinterest, NOTHING. I got so desperate I decided to post the image I found on Pinterest on Instagram, and that's where you guys came to save the day. Within 10 minutes I had two people messaging me to let me know where they were from. HALLELUJAH! These babies are finally mine. Thank you thank you to those who helped on the hunt!!

Vest Fest

2013-05-08T05:05:00.000-07:00

1. White Mural Vest / 2. Tortoise Sunglasses / 3. Blue Utility Vest (on sale) / 4. Distressed Shorts / 5. Miz Mooz Flats / 6. Strappy Pumps

Earlier this week I wore this blush vest and had a lot of responses and questions asking about other colors, white especially. So I wanted to show some of my favorites I have been eyeing and some ideas for styling. I actually ordered this white Vince vest a couple weeks ago. It is so gorgeous in person, it's linen with white leather accents. So major, but I just keep going back and forth because let's face it I spill stuff a lot and I'm scared of ruining white. I just feel like it's such a great staple to have in your closet. So decisions decisions... I'm stuck on a tough one!

Have you all seen any other cute vests out shopping? Which color is your fave?

Mint Accent

2013-05-07T05:40:00.000-07:00

CLOTHES:

Linen Top (also loving this) / GAP skinnies (also loving these) / Mint Jacket / MIA Shoes c/o

ACCESSORIES:

Celine Handbag (similar here) / Ily Bracelet c/o / Lulu's c/o

Adding some cool tones (mint accent with silver accessories) to a simple white on white ensemble.

Blushing Moto

2013-05-06T06:09:00.000-07:00

CLOTHES:

Nordstrom Motto Vest (on sale) / F21 Tank (similar grey tank) / AG White Shorts / Fringe Boots

ACCESSORIES:

Kate Spade Wallet / Karen Walker Sunglasses / Ily Necklace / Ily Necklace

Simple neutral layers today. Excited for this Spring Motto vest. We just got back from being out of town and my house is a disaster! Time to play catch up and get organized. Hope you all had a great weekend!

CUT OUT FOR COLOR

2013-05-02T05:05:00.000-07:00

CLOTHES:

Mcginn Dress / Prabal Gurung Heels (sold out similar here)

ACCESSORIES:

Tassel Necklace / ILY Initial Necklace / Lisa Leonard Necklace c/o / ILY bracelet / Prada Cat Eye Sunglasses * Borrowed from Rach / Celine Mini Luggage (similar here & here)

Details, details. What a little cut out can do to a dress....

$250 VISA CARD GIVEAWAY

2013-05-01T05:05:00.000-07:00

I've teamed up with Style Lately and a group of awesome bloggers to help you expand that wardrobe of yours. One lucky reader will have the chance to enjoy a $250 visa gift card to get styled. To enter, simply use the Rafflecopter below to complete all of the mandatory entries for your chance to win. The $250 Get Styled Giveaway will run until midnight ofWednesday, May 7th, and it is open to participants worldwide. The winner will be announced and contacted via email.

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The Get Styled Giveaway is for one USD $250 Visa Gift Card. This giveaway is open internationally to people 18 years and older. The giveaway will run from Wednesday May 1st, 2013 12:01 AM to Wednesday May 7th, 2013 11:59 PM. ALL mandatory entries must be completed in order to win, including the winning entry. ALL entries WILL be verified, so please be honest in completing the entries. The winner will be announced on this Rafflecopter after the winner's entries are verified and the winner is contacted via email. To claim your prize, please respond to the email within 24 hours, failure to do so will result in a re-draw. Once the winner has been selected, the decision is final. This giveaway is not affiliated with Visa, Facebook, Bloglovin, Google, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, or any other social media platform. Bloggers in this group giveaway and their immediate family members in their household cannot win the giveaway.

DECOED BLACK AND WHITE

2013-04-30T05:05:00.000-07:00

CLOTHING:

Spiegel Dress c/o / Spiegel Jacket c/o / MIA Heels c/o

ACCESSORIES:

Celine Luggage Tote / ILY Necklace / Michael Kors Watch / Karen Walker Sunglasses

Deco print, peplum, and black and white, three of my favorite trends combined into one little dress, and it works for any time of year. I love Spiegel's pieces because they don' t charge a fortune, yet you get couture style pieces with out breaking the bank. Spiegel is offering 20% off for all Hello Fash readers, enter code: SPIEGEL2013 at checkout, shop more of their collection here.

Delicate Jewels + Giveaway

2013-04-28T15:00:00.000-07:00

Recently came across this amazing hand made shop, Lisa Leonard Designs. I have really been into delicate jewels and layering, so their designs really spoke to me.

Most of the designs can be customized to say whatever you want. I got the From Every Side Necklace and put a word my husband and I made up on one side and our wedding date on another. I left two sides blank so I could wear it with print or with out. It stacks so well with my other necklaces, I really don't take it off. Here are a few of my other fave's from their store.

From Every Side Gold Word of the Year Unlock the Stars

Today Lisa Leonard Designs is offering a $75 gift card to one lucky reader!

See something you love? Get 15% off your purchase: HELLOFASH15

(not valid on sale items or hope{full} items)

How perfect are these for Mother's Day?

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Blazed Blue

2013-04-26T05:05:00.000-07:00

CLOTHES:

Equipment Top / J. Crew Blazer / Nordstrom Skirt (on sale) / Heels (old similar here)

ACCESSORIES:

Karen Walker Sunglasses / Neon Marc Jacobs Watch / ILY Bracelet c/o / Celine Luggage Tote (similar here & here)

MAKEUP:
F21 Lipstick/ NARS Lipgloss

J. Crew is offering an additional 25% off your total purchase (no minimum) code SPRINGBEST. Great time to pick up a couple Spring basics. I added a kids dress to the mix - I just got Mara the matching dress to my citrus shirt I wore last week. I know you guys were loving that print so I had to share in case you wanted to spoil your little ones. Can't wait to get it!

Sequin Crush

2013-04-25T06:35:00.000-07:00

CLOTHES:

Theory Blazer (sold out similar style) / T by Alexander Wang Tank / Haute Hippie Sequin Skirt (also loving this one)/ Zappos Boots (on sale)

ACCESSORIES:

Lisa Leonard Pendant c/o / ILY Tassel Necklace c/o / ILY Initial necklace c/o / Michael Kors Watch / Celine Luggage Tote (similar Tote's here & here)

This was my outfit for the second day of the conference in Dallas. A little more relaxed... not gonna lie my feet were in need of some flats after walking a full day in heels the day before.

A couple weeks ago, I had the chance to answer some fun questions from Shannon @GBO Fashion. Every couple weeks she features a Q&A with one of her favorite bloggers. Read more on her Style Crush Feature on Hello Fashion here.

Mesh with Floral

2013-04-24T06:27:00.000-07:00

CLOTHES:

Studded Moto Jacket (RD Style) c/o / Trouve Mesh Sweater (similar here) / Distressed Denim/ Heels. Guess (old similar Floral Heels)

ACCESSORIES:

Neon Messenger Bag/ Necklaces. ILY c/o. Initial Necklace (ILY) c/o. Lisa Leonard c/o / Watch. Michael Kors. / Bracelet. ILY c/o. Stella and Dot/ Shop Lately Earrings c/o

I have had these floral heels since my senior year of high school! Ahh these babies are old! How I have kept these white shoes semily clean I'm not sure, but they are still one of my faves. Here are a couple other cute ones I found:

VANITY FAIR:

Last but not least, I have been selected to be a part of Vanity Fair's Best Dressed contest. I hate being that person that's like "hey vote for me", but it would be great if you could take a couple seconds and vote. It is super easy you don't have to enter in a bunch of info just click the heart button for like. Thank you thank you in advance!! :)

Spring Trend: Pastel & Metallics

2013-04-23T05:05:00.000-07:00

Silver Metallic Dress/ Mint Heels/ Turquoise Pave Earrings/ Pink Clutch

Loving these soft icey tones. Mix your favorite pastel hues with a glossy metallic. Here are a few more of my favorite pics.

Mirrored

2013-04-22T05:00:00.000-07:00

CLOTHES.

ASOS Mirror Dress / Prabal Gurung Heels

ACCESSORIES.

Prada Sunglasses *borrowed from Rach (similar Cat Eye Glasses)/ Celine Luggage Tote (similar Tote)/ ILY Crystal Necklace c/o

MAKEUP.

Nars Blush (Orgasm)/ Red Sephora Lip Liner (Deep Brick Red)/ YSL Lip Gloss (09 Rogue Laque)

This weekend I was down in Dallas for a blogger conference. It is so green and beautiful right now, everything is in full bloom. Dallas has a special little place in my heart because it's where I met my hubby, so it was fun being back in our old stomping grounds.

I wore this look for one of the dinner events we had the first night. I found it online a couple weeks ago and immediately fell in love. I'm really drawn to the mirrored pattern trend right now. What do you guys think of the trend? Have you tried it?

Spring Accents

2013-04-19T05:00:00.000-07:00

Sweater. Old (similar here, tee here) / Blazer. F21 (also love this)/ Denim. AG Jeans/ Boots. Zappos/ Faux Glasses. Urban Outfitters (similar here)/ Sunglasses. Karen Walker/ Necklace. ILY c/o / Nails. Glamour Gels c/o / Bag. Celine (similar here & here)

We have had a chilly couple days in Utah. Taking one of my Fall layers and brightening it up for Spring with a white blazer and floral accents (necklace & socks).

Off to Dallas with Em and Rach for a blogger's conference and some girl time. Be sure to follow us along on Instagram @hellofashionblog or see all our pics on hashtag #ohmydallas.

Nike Girl

2013-04-17T05:51:00.001-07:00

Top. Yoox c/o (similar here - loving this) / Linen Button Up. F21/ Camo. Old (similar here & here) / Hat. Nike / Boots. Zappos. / Bag. Celine (similar here & here) / Ring. ILY, ILY c/o / Glasses. H&M

I think this shirt might actually be a boys shirt, but I like it. A little tip when wearing oversized tees. Roll up the sleeves in a thin feminine roll to give it a softer look.

Citrus Peel

2013-04-16T05:00:00.000-07:00

Top. J. Crew - runs super small went up 2 sizes (similar here , great print here) / Denim. GAP (also loving these) / Belt. BCBGmaxazria (similar here) / Boots. Target/ Bag. ILY c/o / Sunglasses. Karen Walker/ Bracelet. ILY c/o

I have had a lot of people asking about these sunglasses. When I bought them a couple months ago, I ordered them in both colors with the intention of returning which ever one I liked less. But.... I loved them both and now have them in black and tortoise. They are such a great classic shade. I love the tortoise for Spring, it goes with everything.

Glam Giveaway

2013-04-14T16:37:00.001-07:00

Excited to team up with a couple of my favorite girls to offer you a Glam Girls Night!

Enter below for a fun night of pampering and prizes from Glamour Gels and ILY. Special thanks to the amazing video from Hailey Devine. She is so talented!

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Relaxed

2013-04-11T07:51:00.000-07:00

1. Top/ 2. Bag/ 3. Denim/ 4. Sandals

Casual, relaxed outfit for running errands or weekends. Boyfriend jeans and oversized sweaters and tees are my favorite for lazy days. What are your go to pieces?