J.Crew Spring Forward Event Recap

The Best Basic Tee

You can go anywhere and buy a t-shirt. I think any big box store, chain store in the mall, and locally-owned boutique in small-town America will have some sort of t-shirt that you can purchase and they'll tout that it's the "best basic".

Funky Zebras Try-On Haul + Discount

If you missed it last week, I did a try-on haul at one of my favorite stores, The Funky Zebras - Clive, on my Instagram. It was such a fun time and I enjoyed putting together so many cute and affordable looks that I think you'll love. The Funky Zebras - Clive carries young women's and missy clothing, jewelry, shoes, and even some home decor items like candles, soaps, etc! 

Casual Trench...

Trench: Forever 21 | Dress: Similar | Heels: BCBGeneration | Bag: Tory Burch, similar under $70  | Lipstick: MAC - Snob

If you're looking for one spring item to buy this season, my pick would be a casual trench. First off, they're very lightweight. Have you ever been in your office and thought it was soooo cold but wearing your coat at your desk would be too weird? No? Ok maybe this is just me everyday! But trenches are the solution to this problem!! They're great to wear with jeans and a tee, as well as with dressed up looks too. I think they add a modern and sophisticated touch! I wore this look to a work event and I received lots of compliments on the blush color. Also, it's a machine washable jacket. Yes please!

I've linked a few more casual trenches below! 

photos via Chris Baker

A Pink Winter...

Sweater: J.Crew | Denim: Paige | Booties: Sam Edelman | Bag: Tory Burch, similar under $70 | Earrings: similar | Lipstick: MAC - Snob 

I've been helping my parents with their home reno project in Okoboji and this was the outfit I wore to shop for flooring and cabinets! Don't mind the minimal makeup look - I was in a construction zone all day :) I love tunic sweaters because they are easy to throw on with leggings for running errands, but they are really cute tucked into jeans too! To dress this look up, you could add nude heels or wedges, and these earrings add some much needed bling to an otherwise basic outfit. 

Speaking of minimal makeup - I have one trick that I ALWAYS do every day, whether I'm in full makeup or none at all. Even though I have naturally dark and thick eyebrows, I will always fill them in with THIS powder. A little of this goes a LONG way - I swear it instantly makes you look more youthful and you'll have beautiful brows like Brooke Shields!

Making the old look new...

Top: J.Crew | Skirt: J.Crew, very similar here | Shoes: Steve Madden | Bag: DailyLook, very similar | Sunnies: Ray-Ban | Earrings: similar & similar | Lipstick: Bobbi Brown - Pale Mauve | Nails: OPI Gel - White Hot

Lately I've been trying to find new ways to wear old items in my closet, because...you know, I'm on a budget :) Tissue turtlenecks are an essential in my closet! I wear them alone like today, or with utility vests, blazers and faux fur vests too! They're really lightweight so they're great for transitioning seasons, like in the spring and fall. Plus they come in sooooo many colors, even striped options too. They're a little see through in the darker shades, so I suggest wearing a cami underneath. I bought mine in a small.

Hope everyone has fun Easter weekend plans! My parents came into town last night and I think watching lots of college basketball and going to Easter Sunday mass is our plan. :)

photos via Chris Baker

White on White...

Blouse: LOFT (on sale for under $50!) | Skirt: J.Crew, similar & similar under $35 | Pumps: BCBGeneration, similar & more color options here | Bag: DailyLook, very similar here | Sunnies: Ray-Ban | Necklace: Similar (only $10!) | Bracelet: Charming Charlie, similar | Lips: MAC - Snob lipstick with MAC - Pink Nouveau lipgloss

I thought the title of today's post was appropriate given that I woke up to a winter wonderland this morning! I wore this outfit to work yesterday and boy am I happy that I did because it's back to my Ugg boots and parka today... :/

Even though it's snowing today, the temperatures have been rising now that's it's spring, so I'm starting to pull all of my spring and summer skirts out from the back of my closet. This skirt from J.Crew will be a staple this summer - I can't wait to wear it with tanks and light sweaters for work. And since it's a little too early to wear wedges, I paired my all white look with contrasting black accessories to really make this monochrome look stand out.  

Also, I love this utility blouse - I wear it all the time. If you saw my snapchat posts yesterday (libbyglaser) you might've noticed I wore it two days in a row this week! My only complaint is that it runs a little big in the arms and torso - I bought it in a medium and wish I would've gotten the small!

Have a great day! Thanks so much for reading. xo

photos via Chris Baker

Spring and Summer Footwear: $100 or less

I've officially started my "spring cleaning" this week, and I noticed that a lot of my riding boots and winter snow boots are going back into storage, however I'm in need of a few new pieces to add to my spring shoe collection! I've searched high and low to find some great new footwear that I think you'll all love, so today I'm sharing my favorite shoes for spring and summer! I've linked each piece below, and all but one of my picks are under $100!

Lucky Brand "Risza" // Sam Edelman "Camilla" // BP. "Summers"

I love a covered wedge for spring - for those of us in the Midwest, spring can still be a little chilly, so I love having a little more coverage on a wedge that you can easily transition into warmer weather during the summer. The "Risza" wedge, paired with ripped denim skinnies, would work great in the fall months too!

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Steve Madden "Sandalia" // Sam Edelman "Azela" // Vince Camuto "Kathin"

Lace-up shoes are so trendy this season, and I love how designers are choosing soft pastel shades to give this edgy look a sweeter vibe. The Vince Camuto heels are at a comfortable heel height, and the floral print on the Sandalia heel is making me crave floral looks!  
*Azela heels are $129 - but they are gorgeous and worth the splurge in my opinion

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Steve Madden "Darcie"  // Steve Madden "Werkit" // MICHAEL Michael Kors "Warren" 
Easy summer sandals are my go-to for coffee runs and lakeside concerts. The "Werkit" sandal was very popular last summer, but the "Darcie" option with a stacked heels adds a little more sophistication to any casual outfit.

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Michael Kors "Arianna" // Athena Alexander "Toffy" // Michael Kors "Everett"

For functionality, I usually wear flats at the office, but flats don't have to be boring! The floral print on the "Arianna" is beautiful and I love the shades of blue, and I'm obsessed with the pastel pink "Toffy" option. I mean, how cute is that scalloped edge? And they are under $50!

Which one is your favorite? Thanks for reading!

Weekend Greys...

T-Shirt: Very similar  | Denim: Articles of Society | Shoes: Steve Madden | Bag: Daily Look, similar here | Watch: JORD in Fieldcrest c/o | Bracelet: similar | Lipgloss: Dior | Sunnies: Ray-Ban

I'm loving easy weekend outfits, and this swingy tee was perfect for walking around town and enjoying a few brews with friends. I've been gravitating towards grey shades lately and this striped white and grey top from Nordstrom is so soft! Unfortunately this specific tee already sold out, however I found one that is almost identical and it's cheaper than what I paid for this one! 

I paired this tee with my grey lace up flats that I'm literally obsessed with! Normally with this brand of shoes I have to go a size up, however these fit like a glove and are SO comfortable. I was worried they would give me blisters or be too narrow, but they are actually very comfortable and are easy to walk around in all day. They look adorable with lightweight dresses too! They come in a few different colors - the dove blue is gorgeous and the black version are on sale!

How was everyone's weekend? I spent some time in southern Minnesota with some friends Saturday night and Sunday I had a horrible headache...if anyone has some remedies for chronic headaches please let me know! I swear I get them more and more as I get older!

Lucky Green...

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A few of my favorite pieces in shades of green (and white - the jeans are only $56 so I had to include them!). All pieces are linked in the widget below. Have a great weekend!

Cherry Red & 2016 Updates..

Hello...it's me...

Ok just kidding! But really, it's been awhile since I've blogged and I missed you all too much!! 

I wish I could say my absence was because I needed a "creative break" or that I was on some exciting adventure, but in all reality, time just got away from me. After a few months of devoting my time on other projects and a quick vacation to Scottsdale last month, I've decided it's time to get back to doing things I love, like working out again (hello 5am spin class) and sharing my favorite things to all of my internet friends! :) 

Now that I'm back into the blogging mode, I'm realizing that I most likely won't be posting everyday like I used to! I just wanted to be so honest with you all about that! So if you start to notice gaps between posts, forgive me! And if you're really curious, you can always follow my daily happenings on my Instagram! 

Cardigan: J.Crew | Button down: LOFT | Denim: 7FAM | Flats: Yosi Samra | Bag: Tory Burch | Sunnies: Ray-Ban | Necklace: BaubleBar  | Earrings: Charming Charlies | Watch: Michael Kors | Bracelet: Juicy Couture  | Lipstick: MAC - Patisserie 

Ok, on to this look...now that it's feeling like spring, I definitely gravitate towards bright colors and lighter layers! This sweater is sooooo bright and it has really cute gold buttons that look great with my gold jewelry! I feel like the photos don't show how bright the color is, but it's a very pretty cherry red. I love wearing it with a crisp white button down, but you could definitely wear a simple tank underneath or with a sheath dress for the office! 

Also, these flats have seen a LOT of action lately, so much so that I think I need to buy another pair before they wear out! They're really comfortable to wear all day, and they're foldable which makes them super easy to travel with. They come in a pouch, and I keep them stashed in my purse for when I'm running around. 

Thanks so much for reading! Who's watching the Bachelor tonight?! Me me me!! 

Happy...

Moto Jacket: old, similar here and under $30 version here | Top: J.Crew, similar | Skirt: J.Crew (under $40!) | Pumps: J.Crew Factory, love these | Clutch: old, similar | Sunnies: Ray-Ban | Watch: MK | Bracelet: kate spade | Earrings: Charming Charlie 

photography c/o f8 creative

What can I say, blush is my new favorite color! This skirt from J.Crew not only comes in the most perfect hue, but it's also under $40 now and they still have almost every size so grab 'em while you can! In all honesty, this skirt is super flattering and it's easy to wear with tanks and button downs for work. For a working girl like me on a limited shopping budget, $40 for a high quality, versatile skirt is a no-brainer!!! Also I'm newly obsessed with my lace moto. I bought this one almost two years ago and just recently starting wearing it all the time. It looks great dressed up or dressed down with a basic t-shirt and jeans. I'm now looking out for a neutral one for summer so if you find one email me!

Total side note: when I was going through these photos, I couldn't help but notice how HAPPY I look in almost every single one. Serious props to Chris my photographer for making me laugh the entire time we're shooting - he has a gift for capturing great moments!