Outfit of the Day: 5/17

Today was my last day of high school! I had to present my senior project which required me to dress up, and I had so much fun doing it!

Dress: Anthropologie $55 (purchased used)
Shoes: Jack Rogers $136
Cardigan: Cable & Gauge $15 (purchased from Marshalls)
Earrings: Silver Lining Decor (check her out on etsy!)

Outfit of the Day 3/19

Most of my outfits are very "frugal friendly," which is sort of what I'm trying to aim this blog around, but today's outfit is definitely an exception. I rarely splurge, but a few weeks ago when I saw this shirt I had to have it. And of course, I had to have the coordinating pants and cardigan...

Shirt: Esley purchased from Monkee's - $48
Mint cardigan: H&M - $18
Orange pants: SOLD Design Lab purchased from Monkee's of Richmond - $81 (originally $108)
Suede boots: Envy purchased from Tunic Consignment Boutique - $30 (consignment)
Socks: J Crew - $15
Earrings: Thrift shop purchase - $1
Ring: Gift from my grandmother

Total spent: $193

Happy St. Patty's Day! XOXO

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Today I'm showing y'all some of my favorite wardrobe staples in green. All of the items pictured are not only adorable and practical, but very affordable! I actually own the pleated dress and wore it for Easter last year. It looks and feels like an expensive dress but is only $27. What are y'all up to this green holiday?

 

Pleated dress
Casual Blazer
Cotton Skirt
Sandals
Striped Scarf
Braided Bracelet
Mint Jeggings
Vintage Earrings

Trends I'm Loving: Foxy

One of my favorite trends that I've seen lots of recently is clothing/accessories that are embroidered with foxes! Growing up, I've always loved horses and everything associated with them, so naturally I'm attracted to foxes due to all the fox hunting paintings I've seen. Something about this animal just seems "regal" and "proper" to me, so even the casual rain boots and simple tee look super girly and fun! While I don't have anything "foxy" yet, I'm definitely going to have to invest in some soon! What's your favorite?

1: Navy Bangle
Aqua Bangle
 2. KJP Men's Tie
 3. Juicy Couture Tee
 4. Women's Bow Tie Bracelet
 5. Saddle Bag
 6. Rain Boots
7. Tory Burch Flats

A Little Introduction

Hello! I'm Alex, and I've wanted to start a blog for awhile now. Thanks to the recent snow storm for cancelling classes, I've dedicated my day to finally getting around to it. I live in the Richmond, VA area and go to school as a high school senior/college freshman (I haven't graduated yet but I'm taking classes at the local community college to get ahead). I want to eventually work in the psychiatry field, so I've got a ways to go.

I have always loved preppy style - Lilly Pulitzer, Ralph Lauren, Vineyard Vines, and the like. However, it's not so fun spending all of my paycheck on a single item. So to get the style I want without breaking the bank, I shop at thrift stores, consignment stores, and sale racks. However, sometimes I do splurge and I think that's completely fine as long as I don't get too carried away ;)

I have a boyfriend named Joe that lives in Michigan. The distance is so hard but when I do get to see him we have the most amazing time - and he shares my love for fashion so I always get to play dress-up with him and find cute deals for him as well. I have a Westie named Cooper and he's the most adorable dog I think I've ever seen. I also ride horses about 3 times a week and work as a nanny after school and on weekends!

Here are a few pictures that sum up my life and what my blog posts will mostly consist of!

Joe and me before dinner at The Tobacco Company

He's such a cutie :)

An outfit of mine - J Crew gingham from J Crew Factory, Barbour jacket (gift from Joe), Lucky Brand jeans from Marshalls, Kate Spade watch, and Clarks Desert Boots (gifts from Mom)

One of my senior pictures - what a gorgeous boy, right!?

This is the horse I lease, Secret. If you see me post any horse pictures, it's probably her. She's an Arabian/Thoroughbred and she's such a sweet girl, although sometimes she can have a bit of an attitude. Riding is my therapy.

And just a quick selfie to show everyone what I look like ;)

My dog, Cooper!

I'm so excited to start blogging! I hope this gets easier as I go along...