I hope that everyone had a wonderful week. And, I hope you enjoy every moment of every adventure you go on this weekend!
Happy weekend friends!
~KSSBelle
Month: July 2015
The Peplum Top
If there is one style of top that I will never tire of in my closet, it’s the peplum top. It’s timeless, year round. It’s flattering. It’s unbelievably chic. It’s feminine. The list goes on and on. It’s quite possibly the most versatile top you can wear. It runs a close race with the classic button up for me. It looks great with skinny pants, wide leg pants, shorts and even skirts. You can wear it alone or under a blazer/cardigan, too. Peplum jackets are even better. It’s that good my friends. I literally get giddy when I find one I love – I guess it’s the girly girl in me. Either way, this style will always be in my closet.
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Below are some peplum styles I love right now.
Short Sleeve Asymmetrical Peplum Top
This is a great wear now and wear later piece. It looks great alone now, and all you have to do is add a cute blazer or cardigan in the Fall.
Peplum Tank
I would not style this with the skirt they have on the model, but I would wear this top with white jeans, denim and dressy skinny pants.
Checked Poplin Peplum Top
Peplum? Check. Gingham? Check, check. This gorgeous top might just have to come home with me. So many options.
Chambray Peplum Top
This top is really pretty. You can dress it up and dress it down. It will be in your closet for years.
Do you love peplum as much as I do?
Happy Thursday!
~KSSBelle
It’s the Little Things – For The Home
I really love the little things in a home that make it feel more inviting and cozy. For me, I love lots of throw pillows, throws and candles. I think those three things have to be a few of my weaknesses (I know I’ve already talked about my love obsession of throw pillows with you before), and these are the 3 things that I’m always updating.
At the end of each day (after putting our little one to bed) I love nothing more than to curl up on our couch full of throw pillows and grab my cozy throw and relax either by talking with my husband, reading, watching t.v., etc. I typically don’t light a candle until night time after the little one is down these days, but having candlelight at night is so relaxing to me. It’s really the little things in life.
What things do you add to your home to make it feel more inviting/cozy? What relaxes you?
Here are a few throws and candles I’ve got my eye on lately.
Ruched Faux Fur Throw
These throws look great for our family room for the Fall/Winter months. I have seen this style in HomeGoods (probably where I’ll get mine – such a better price), and have been tempted to buy it now, but I’m going to wait until the cooler temperatures arrive.
Porter Throw
This would be a great year round throw. I love the rich colors they come in as well.
Voluspa Maison Blanc Trio Candle Set
I typically buy my candles from Target, but their selection isn’t as great these days. I’ve bought these candles before, and loved them. This set is now on sale during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. It’s a great deal. These tins are really cute, and would make cute makeup/hair accessory holders later, too.
Happy Monday, Everyone!|
~KSSBelle
Happy Weekend!
This week has flown by, and I sure am happy to see the weekend. We have been doing so many projects around the house on the weekends (like finishing the play room, entertaining, hanging a new foyer fixture, and just cleaning stuff out that we’ve been needing to do for years), that I’m now wanting to take a break from projects and just relax for a little while. I know my husband is happy to hear that, too. Don’t get me wrong, I am a type A person that likes staying busy and accomplishing a lot of things, but sometimes we all need a break. I think I’ve just reached that point.
We’re looking forward to playing with our little one in the pool and in our backyard, shooting an outfit post, church, and having brunch with some friends!
I hope everyone has a relaxing weekend!
~KSSBelle
Jack Rogers – Top Picks
Jack Rogers sandals are so much fun in the Summer months! They come in so many different bright, happy colors and styles. I really couldn’t get away with wearing them in the office, as they’re not really considered “work attire,” but now that I am a SAHM, they’re perfect. They’re chic enough for a date night, if you aren’t in the mood for wearing heels, and practical enough for everyday errands, chasing a toddler, play dates, etc.
I love the fact that you can monogram a few of their styles, and more importantly they offer different width(s) sizes. I have extremely narrow feet, so my Mom is always after me (for good reason) to wear something that “truly fits” my feet. I totally agree with her, but finding a narrow width is hard. Ok, I’ll be honest, at least it’s hard when trying to find a “cute,” narrow shoe/sandal. Well, Mom, you’d be proud, I found them.
Below are a few of my favorites for Summer.
What are your favorite Jack Rogers styles this Summer?
J.Crew & Nordstrom – First Signs of Fall
This morning I received my very first J.Crew Fall email. Thank you, J.Crew. I cannot tell you how excited/relieved I am to see this today. The weather here has been insanely hot to the point that I’m starting to feel cabin fever. We step out to run an errand or two, and you feel like you need another shower – it’s that hot my friends. I am dreaming of the days that I can go outside with my little one, and feel like we can play for hours outdoors. It’s coming…soon!
I know everyone has been stocking up for Fall during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, and so between browsing that sale, and getting the new Fall arrivals email from J.Crew, I told my husband I’m only shopping for Fall from now on. Or, if I see a sale rack, I am only buying items that can take me into Fall.
Call me ridiculous, but I get to a point in the Summer where I could care less about Summer clothing anymore. I know what you’re thinking…”A fashion blogger who doesn’t care about Summer clothing?” Let me correct you, I like it in the beginning of the season, it’s not that I don’t care about Summer clothing completely, it’s that I literally come alive in the Fall/Winter/Spring months. Fall/Spring fashion inspires me so much more. And, it’s not that I don’t appreciate the Summer months, because I do. I just don’t like the “dog days of Summer.” That’s when I am no longer “inspired” by Summer clothing. It becomes a matter of “surviving the last of the Summer days,” at least for me.
Let’s remember that I also have background in working in retail, and we were always way ahead of the season we were in, so talking about Fall in the Spring/Summer is totally “normal” for me. I was writing the “Fall Look Book” in the Spring.
So, here’s what I’m loving in the J.Crew New Arrivals and the Nordstrom Anniversary sale! And, here’s to dreaming about cooler temperatures and falling leaves…
This would look great now with a pair of white jeans, and then again in the Fall by adding a blazer/cardigan.
Merino Wool V-neck Tunic Sweater
This is an everyday staple. It comes in so many colors that you won’t get bored, and the fit is incredibly flattering for most. Add a puffer vest or a tailored coat, and you’ve got two looks, one casual, one dressy.
Excursion Quilted Down Vest
These are already backordered; however, if you can wait, it’s worth it. I wear my puffer vests (like this one above) with dresses, jeans, skinny pants and workout clothes. This is a very versatile piece.
Dragonfly Earrings
These are really pretty, and a fun addition to a Fall outfit, or even now. I love any combination of pink and green. I will be waiting for these to go on sale, but definitely a pair to add to my jewelry collection.
Halogen Olson Pointy Toe Studded Flats
Halogen Olson Pointy Toe Studded Flat
Both of these pointy toe flats are staples for Fall. I love the pale pink color because it will go with so many outfits, and the animal print is a no brainer for me. I LOVE the price tag, too.
Chelsea Pleated Hem Sweater
This sweater is adorable, and I love the pleated hemline. I may have to order this one in the navy/black combination. This would look perfect with skinny pants and denim.
What are you’re thoughts on the heat?
Do you have any favorites from J.Crew’s new arrivals?
I apologize for complaining about the heat, but it’s really getting to me this Summer. I am so looking forward to Fall outfit posts…coming soon!
Have a great day!
~KSSBelle
Happy Weekend!
Happy Friday, Everyone!
I hope y’all are looking forward to a relaxing weekend ahead. I know we sure are! We have little to no plans right now, and that’s fine by us. We’ll probably head to our favorite pancake place tomorrow morning with our little one, and “go with the flow” the rest of the weekend.
Even though I am so ready for Fall, I love this camisole below from J.Crew’s new arrivals. It’s currently 30% off with the code “GOSHOPPING.” The ruffle hemline is timeless. I would totally wear this year round with skinny pants, wide leg denim and so much more. I would even layer it under my sweaters, too.
What are your favorites from the J.Crew sale?
Until Monday, Friends!
~KSSBelle
Decorating – Blue & White
I consider myself very “traditional” when it comes to decorating. I get it from my Mom. She has exquisite style and taste when it comes to dressing and decorating; therefore, like Mother, like daughter, I inherited her style. And, thank goodness I did.
As for decorating our house, she taught me the art of symmetry and balance. I always buy décor in “pairs.”
When we registered for our everyday china pattern, my husband and I both fell in love with the “Mandarin Blue” collection by Lauren Ralph Lauren.
Since, then I’ve been able to find several discontinued pieces of our pattern like vases, cookie jars, and candlesticks at HomeGoods. My Mom always calls me and says “I found more…” and I tell her “grab them, please!” Now, I’ll be the first to admit, other than our everyday pattern, I don’t like a lot of blue and white décor, but I do like it sprinkled in ” here and there” around the house. Too much of a good thing is not good, in my opinion. If you’re lucky, you can find some really great buys on blue and white ginger jars, bowls, vases and more at HomeGoods. That’s the place to hunt for them. When you see one, grab it, because they go fast. I recently found a blue and white bowl for $24.99. It now resides on our sideboard in our foyer. It’s a piece we’ll love for years. The “hunt” for these pieces is half of the fun!
Do you like decorating with blue and white? If so, where do you shop for your pieces?
Below are some images inspiring my “blue & white” style.
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~KSSBelle
Loving Lately
Happy Wednesday Friends! I hope y’all had a great weekend! We sure did, and I’m not going to lie, I did need a “vacation” after our entertaining all weekend. Our guests left Monday morning, and I was beyond tired. Four days of entertaining was fun, but add taking care of a toddler and cooking and cleaning every meal, it gets pretty tiring, pretty fast! Moving right along…
Here are a few things that I’m loving lately/have my eyes on right now!
These kitten heels are the perfect height, especially for a Mom. Chic, yet practical. I can see wearing these well into the Fall. They come in a pretty pink and classic black, too.
Factory Tassel Fringe Pendant Necklace
I really love this necklace. I love the combination of the pink, white and black beads. The tassel top is just plain fun, too. I would wear this with almost everything in my closet.
You can never have too many LBD’s or LWD’s. I really like the eyelet sleeve detail on this one. A great date night dress. And, it’s on sale!
Striped Dolman-Sleeve Shirttail Tee
As a busy Mom, I want to look put together, but things have to be comfortable too. This stripe top would look great with shorts, white jeans or regular denim as well.
A v-neck sweater. I love this navy color (comes in several colors), and it’s perfect to transition into Fall. Can you tell what season I’m really shopping for these days? Fall.
Factory Multistrand Pearl Necklace
I’m sure it’s no surprise to you by now that I love pearls. This necklace has been on my list to add to my collection for far too long. My incredibly stylish Grandmother passed down her pearls to me that I adore and wear on very special occasions, but this necklace would be a great everyday option that I didn’t worry about as much. Plus, this necklace is on sale, too!
This camisole is so comfortable and chic worn alone or layered underneath a blazer or cardigan. I have it in cream, but I’m thinking about this pink color now. These would be great year round in your closet.
What are you loving lately?
~KSSBelle
Happy Weekend!
Happy Weekend, Everyone!
We are entertaining company this weekend, and celebrating my husband’s birthday (We had a fun celebration last night with my family already!), so we’ll be pretty busy this weekend. I have to sign-off and go clean like a crazy woman now. Why do I always wait until the last minute? My house isn’t dirty by any means, but I need to do little things here and there that just take time. I love entertaining, but since I was raised Southern, and to be a wonderful hostess, that means in my book, everything must be “perfect’ for my guests. I was raised to have high standards for myself in everything I do in life, and I like it that way. At my core, that’s just who I am. Even though it can be exhausting, it’s worth it. It makes me happy to try and make my guests always feel welcome and at home when they visit. But I’m not going to lie, sometimes I feel as though I need a vacation after entertaining. Does anyone else feel this way? Oh well. I’ll just have an extra cup of joe to get me through the day!
Do you have fun plans ahead? I sure hope so! Enjoy!
~KSSBelle