Gold accents

+Everything I’ve bought recently has been gold.  My new bag, jewelry, shoes… I might have a problem. +I was really glad when I saw others wearing their faux fur vests in the spring.  So you better believe I’m following suit. +These jeans are just my favorite.  I would wear them all the time if I could. +It was bright outside on photoshoot day and my eyes basically disappeared. >>Linkups<< | Life Could be a Dream | The Modern Tulip | Stylelixir | Induffinitely me | | I do deClaire | Anne in Residence | Bless Her Heart Y’all + 2 Cats & Chloe | | Walking in Memphis + The Fashion Canvas |… Read More

By Claire | Filed under fashion

Weekending: the shopping edition

This was one of those weekends that was a breath of fresh air.  And it was so needed.  Every single night last week we had something.  Which was normal during basketball season and then I had this vision in my head that life was going to slow down immediately.  I think God was laughing at me for trying to plan my life out.  But this weekend was finally the perfect combination of fun and relaxing.  #thankyouJesus Friday afternoon, Katrina texted me and said we should go shopping.  What kind of friend would I be if I turned that down?  Twist… Read More

By Claire | Filed under Weekending

Happy Friday!

Friday is such a happy day, right?  The weekend is right around the corner so somehow it just makes the day go by faster.  Here’s to a fast Friday… and a few of my favorites! Did you see Julie’s 5 ways to wear the LUCKY GIRL graphic tee?  {Yeah, she totally put my whole two ways to wear thing to shame.} Walking out of the basketball banquet Monday night, the sky looked like this. How gorgeous is that?  After a long day, it was so refreshing to see God’s glorious creation. The other night, I treated myself to a new bag… Read More

By Claire | Filed under High five for Friday

How to wear a scarf in the Spring

Can I get a little what what for these warmer temperatures we’ve been having?  But there are some pieces of winter wear that I’m just not ready to give up.  First up: scarves.  In order to avoid that warm look, here’s some ways to transition your scarf collection to the new season! 1. Select bright a bright colored scarf.  It can be patterned or solid but it needs to have some color to it! 2.  The scarf should be a light-weight fabric.  Stay away from wools and other sweater-like material. 3.  Pair the scarf with something light and colorful.  Go… Read More

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I’m lucky

…and I even have the shirt to prove it! Happy St. Patrick’s Day, friends! >>Linkups<< | Life Could be a Dream | The Modern Tulip | Stylelixir | Induffinitely me | I do deClaire | Anne in Residence | | bloglovin | instagram | facebook | pinterest | By Claire | Filed under fashion

By Claire | Filed under fashion

Weekending: The Saint Patrick’s Day edition

Happy Monday!  Sometimes they’re a rough pill to swallow but the remainders of a fun-filled weekend plus exciting Monday night plans always make the morning a little more manageable.  Tonight is our basketball banquet.  Although I’m enjoying coming home at a normal time, I miss the girls… even after just a few weeks.  So tonight we get to celebrate a great season!  On to the weekend recap… Friday was low key.  We haven’t had one of those in months so we stayed in, watched the ACC tournament and went to bed early. Saturday I spent the day with Megan.  A few… Read More

By Claire | Filed under Weekending

It’s Friday!

Happy Friday {the 13th}, Friends!  Today’s favorites {written in real time} will be short and sweet! Favorite video I follow BuzzFeed on Facebook and came across the video while we were in the car last weekend.  Hilarious!!  If you haven’t seen it, watch it. Favorite meme Favorite outfit selfie I instagrammed this yesterday because well… all of these pieces have been worn a million times, just not together.  #outfitremixingforthewin Favorite giveaway All the deets are here.  Go enter!! Favorite weekend attire I’ll be in Charlotte, sporting this on Saturday with Megan.  #letthegoodtimesroll Favorite linkups | Amanda | Christina + Darci + Liz + Natasha | Lauren | Tif + Katie + Caitlin + Della| Karli | Leanne | | bloglovin | instagram | facebook | pinterest | the studio | By Claire… Read More

By Claire | Filed under High five for Friday

9 ways to simplify your life

Simplicity is so elusive, yet we’re all attempting to grasp it.  Here’s my must-have simplify your life list. 1. List it up.  Make a list of the things you need to do so you’re not worried about forgetting something. 2. Have a glass of wine. 3.  Celebrate victories.  But don’t wait until something big happens… celebrate a productive day, a compliment from a coworker, your favorite team’s big win.  After all, little victories are victories too. 4.  Heyyyy bestie.  Talk to your best friend.  It’ll make you feel more connected and {hopefully!} make you laugh. 5.  Have a  glass of… Read More

By Claire | Filed under the busy girl's guide

Wednesday wishlist + Rocksbox giveaway

| jumpsuit | leopard clutch | black skinnies | blouse | dress | phone case | These are my confessions {Just when I thought I said all I could say… Sorry, a little Usher throwback for ya.} + it may be Spring outside but I’m still drawn to black. + That LBD is so versatile. + I’ve been wanting a black v-neck jumpsuit recently.  This one is so affordable. + A leopard-print clutch?  I would wear that so many ways. + I included those black skinnies just because so many of you have mentioned that you need some.  Well, look no further, my… Read More

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Spring layers + linkup

I always think Spring is the most difficult season to find clothes that I enjoy wearing.  Why?  Because the weather in North Carolina goes something like this… 7:30 am – 32 degrees 3:30 pm – 65 degrees 7:30 pm – 32 degrees So if you’re gone all day, its a little bit difficult to find anything that will work for all day.  I like to layer as long as I can find the right mix.  I love how this one incorporates white denim, light fabrics and bright colors.  Not to mention, I’m obsessed with my new shoes. What are your… Read More

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