What To Wear To Shows At New York Fashion Week

NBD Jumpsuit // BB Dakota Jacket // Steve Madden Sandals // Rebecca Minkoff handbag // Baublebar Earrings

What do I wear to New York Fashion Week? This was the million dollar question ladies and gents. Actually, I lost some sleep over it (haha). I really wanted to branch out and go with something edgy, yet femine. Charlotte, North Carolina doesn't have too many opportunities to rock a killer one piece with a plunging neckline, so what better opportunity then at NYFW?! I'm also 5'8", so most jumpsuits don't fit me right through the torso, they're usually too short. This was one of the most slimming and flattering pieces I've ever put on. YES, I know it's expensive - but for an event like this, it's worth it. The quality of the material is excellent, and it just fit like a glove. The plunging neckline gave me the "edge" I was looking for, while the lace sleeves added the perfect amount of "femme." To polish off the look, I added my favorite strappy heel. If you don't own a pair of these, they come in a million colors, and you must buy a pair. 

Okay, now... insert weather scenario. The day before I arrived, the weather gods decided they were going to dump an entire foot of snow all over New York City and provide me with 23 degrees of sheer warmth...How sweet of them!? Wasn't really planning for the "chill" factor, so my jacket was actually a last minute "thank god I have this in my suitcase" addition. It ended up working out beautifully. I've reworked that jacket into so many different outfits, and it proved it's worth all over again last weekend. Lucky for you, it's now on super sale for $24 (I paid $100). 

I picked up my earrings from the Baublebar showroom on my first day in the city. Again, way edgier than I typically go for here - but I'm totally hooked. They easily dress up any outfit! 

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New York Fashion Week Day One Outfit

Bailey 44 Striped Top // Jbrand High Rise Jeans // Tory Burch Belt // BB Dakota Moto Jacket c/o // Sam Edelman OTK boots // Rebecca Minkoff Love Crossbody // Baublebar Earrings 

Happy Valentine's Day lovelies! I'm spending the evening at home with Shane. We are cooking filet and lobster, and enjoying a nice bottle of Caymus. Having just come home from fashion week - I am so happy we are staying in tonight!

I want to share one of my favorite street style looks from New York Fashion Week with you all! This was my first time attending fashion week, and it was an eventful/crazy few days! I wore this look for meetings on day one. This is a pretty casual, yet comfortable outfit and completely appropriate for running around town! I'm a sucker for OTK boots, and these do not disappoint. I've worn these numerous times through the fall and winter, and still think they're so worth it! I walked all over New York City in them, and my feet were still doing okay hours later. They double for the $800 Stuart Weitzman pair. I have also worn these jeans consistently through fall and winter, another staple piece in my closet. They're high-waisted and extremely flattering through the legs! I also really like the dark wash. I picked up my belt last minute the night before we left for the city! I was actually in search of the Gucci belt that looks very similar to this, but was unable to locate one in Charlotte - so I gave Tory Burch a try, and to my surprise this was a very comparable option for half the price. I've got my eye on the brown one next! I am completely in love with this OTS top. Yes, it is a little pricier, but it's great quality and extremely comfortable! It also tucked into my jeans nicely, and stayed put all day. Now, let's talk about this BB Dakota Moto jacket for a second. Again, a little pricier, but so flattering! It's made of authentic leather, and comes in white as well! This is the perfect staple piece to own for spring/fall. It's so easy to throw on over a sleeveless or OTS top, and peel off as the temperatures rise. It also adds a little spice to an outfit! 

I've got a full round up of our week, meetings, and activities at New York Fashion Week coming later on, and will be featuring what I wore to everything in the next few posts! What are ya'll's plans this evening?!

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What To Wear On Valentine's Day

Yumi Kim Dress // Similar shoes (mine are old) // Similar bag (mine is old) // Vanessa Mooney earrings

Whether you are celebrating Valentine's, Galentine's, or both - finding the perfect outfit can be challenging. Personally, I love to dress up for a good Valentine's date night. Every year for Valentine's Day, Shane and I go to Charleston. This was the first trip we ever took together, so we decided to make it a tradition, and it's also why we picked Charleston as our wedding location! However, because we are taking so many extra planning trips this year, we are skipping our tradition (insert sad face.) Instead, we are going to do a romantic dinner at one of our favorite Charlotte restauraunts, and this is the dress I have picked out to wear. 

I love this bright red color! It immediately caught my eye on Revolve's site, and I knew I needed it in my closet! If red isn't your color, not to worry - it comes in black too! I wanted to wear something classy, yet festive - so this came in as a perfect match. Not to mention, it has spandex in it so you don't have to worry about expanding after your meal (LOL). I know I'm not the only one with a food baby afterwards! If the "day of love" just really isn't your thing, you could easily wear this dress to a spring wedding as well! 

Anyway, what are you guys doing for Valentine's Day!? We are always looking for new date night ideas, so I would love to hear what your plans are! 

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My Morning Routine + BBG

Lululemon Energy Sports Bra // Lululemon Align Pant (this color is sold out, 3 options) // Lululemon Tie It Up Singlet Top (untied in pics) // Nike Roshe Two 

Wakey, wakey, eggs and bakey! I've never been a morning person, but over the years I have forced myself to get into a morning routine that starts at 4:45 AM Monday-Friday. Fitness is one of the most important regimens in my life, and I have my mother to thank for that. As a teenager, I struggled with a severe imbalance in my hormones, and the only thing that seemed to keep life somewhat even keel, was fitness. Bless my sweet mama's heart, she put up with a lot back then!

Like most young women in their 20's, I've tried everything from eating Paleo, to no carb diets, to working out with a trainer and now BBG. Generally, the diets are short lived and the results are mediocre, but BBG my friends, not so much. 

I am currently starting week 13 of Kayla Itsines 24 week program, and while it is seriously kicking my you know what - I'm addicted. I still eat clean as much as possible, but let's be real, I'm human and I cheat. Even with my cheat meals, the results are unmistakeable and keep me hungry for more. I absolutely loved working out with a trainer, but I love BBG even more. I think everyones body reacts to certain types of fitness differently, but this program was built perfectly for my 5'8' athletic build. 

BBG is an ebook or app (whichever you prefer, I prefer the app) that now contains 24 weeks (used to be 12 weeks) of 28 minute resistance workouts three days a week. I workout six total days a week, so the other three days I typically do 40 minutes of cardio on the eliptical or run on the treadmill. 

Therefore, my morning routine looks like this:

4:45 AM - wake up

5:15 AM - coffee is made, Swell bottle is full, and I'm out the door to the YMCA with an apple in hand (high in fiber)

5:30 AM - 15 minute warm up on the elliptical

5:45 AM T,TH,F - start 28 minute BBG workout

6:15 AM - stretch

6:30 AM - home to shower 

7:30 AM - out the door to work 

Sub 40 minutes of cardio starting at 5:45 AM on Mondays and Wednesday on the "off days".  Saturdays I come in later so I can sleep in.

For breakfast I try to eat some variation of eggs, or egg whites. Wether they are scrambled or hard-boiled, my body needs the protein to refuel. If I'm on the go and don't have time, Starbucks just came out with Sous Vide Egg White Bites that are low in calories and high in protein. 

For lunch, I almost always eat a salad with mixed greens, grilled chicken, a little avocado and balsamic dressing on the side. 

For dinner, we cook a variation of healthy options. I get bored with food easily so we try to keep it interesting! I think my favorite healthy dinner meal is Speedies chicken, roasted sweet potatoes or cauliflower rice, and brocolli or brocollini with a little lemon juice. 

Anyway, that's a little glimpse at my morning routine & workout regimen! I've gotten a ton of questions about BBG and my progress thus far, so I hope this is helpful to some of you! Please let me know if you're interested in seeing more fitness related posts like this one! As always, thanks for following along, xoxo.

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4 Must Have Lip Colors For Spring

 Sugar Lip Polish: It is essential to use a lip scrub like this before you apply lip color! This helps slough off dead skin while moisturizing at the same time to give you long lasting color.

Sugar lip balm in Honey: This is perfect for conditioning your lips while still adding color. I wear this to work all the time! 

Aside from my hair, I think my lip color is one of the most frequently asked questions! Like my jewelry, I keep my lip colors pretty modest. I tend to lean towards the nudes and light pinks, versus the purples and deep reds. Overall, I just think nudes and soft pinks look better with my skintone, and they're practical for daily wear (aka my corporate job). With that being said, because nudes are so subtle, I think a liner is necessary. I recently went to the mall with a girlfriend of mine to pick up a few new lip colors, and she was surprised I used a liner. I had her try on "Blankety" without a liner, and then try it on again with the "Spice" lip pencil, and she was shocked at the difference. Needless to say, she left the store with both. I think when people hear "liner", they think of grandma Betty and the hard line around her lips. But in all reality, if used properly, a liner should help your lips look fuller! They're also great to shade with! When applying my liner, I put it on before my lipstick and start from the corners of my lips and move inward. I then go over the liner with my desired lipstick color, and blend until smooth and full. I also like to add a little gloss over top of my color for a perfect polished look!  

My 4 Must-Have Lip Combos:

1. MAC Spice lip pencil + MAC Shy Girl cremesheen lipstick + bareMinerals Marvelous Moxie in Trailblazer

2. MAC Oak lip pencil + MAC Creme Cup cremesheen lipstick + Dior Lip Maximizer in 001 Pink

3. MAC Spice lip pencil + MAC Blankety amplified lipstick + bareMinerals Marvelous Moxie in Trailblazer

4. MAC Soar lip pencil + NARS Anita audacious lipstick + bareMinerals Marvelous Moxie in Hot Shot

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Sachi Down Coat

Sachi Down Coat // Lululemon Align Pants // Nike Roshe Two // Shop Ditto Prada Sunglasses // Beanie

If I coud choose a winter uniform, this would be it. I was on the hunt for a down coat before our trip to New York City in December, and snagged this one on sale (lucky me!). I won't lie, it was kind of an impulse buy, but I didn't want to be cold while we were exploring the city (and I really liked the color of this one). Little did I know, this coat has been beyond useful since then! I love throwing it on over my leggings to take Titan out, or before and after the gym. It even looks good with jeans and booties, too! My Nike obsession hasn't subsided yet either. These grey Roshe Two's are new, and sold out at Nordstrom in just a few days! Not to worry though, I found them in stock at Nike here!

Hope everyone had a great weekend! I spent last weekend at a conference in Orlando, and while it was fun, I am happy to be home again! It's probably a little too soon to start talking about next weekend, but we are headed to Charleston Friday to check out wedding venues (eeekkk)! I can't wait to get down there! Be sure to keep up with us on Insta Stories as I'll be sharing the venues we are visiting there!

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