Favorite Wears: $30 Amazon Pleated Skirt

  I'm a long-time lover of pleated skirts! I have several in all different colors - and until finding THIS ONE, my go-to place was J.Crew for much more expensive versions.  Now, don't get me wrong, they serve a purpose and I still love those (I'll do a separate post soon to showcase my newest J.Crew pleated skirt), but this one is under $30, comes in tons of colors, is lined and totally comfortable. 
I really could see myself owning this in every color... but I'm going to try to refrain for that (not enough closet space!). I got this brownish-copper color because it was very different then any other skirt I had and envision wearing it with black. But this particular day, I was working for a bit at a coffee shop that is literally within a tree and plant nursery and just felt I need to soften the look up a bit.
For those in Kansas City area, you must check out Cafe Equinox within the Family Tree Nursery in Shawnee, KS. They serve Thou Mayest coffee, baked goods from local bakeries and have tons of work space and collaboration tables throughout the nursery to work amongst the chlorophyll. 
It was such a calming way to work, and I swear I felt lighter and more alert. I will make it habit to work out of this space whenever possible. And of course, coming home with a few new plants is never bad, right?!
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Leopard & Shopbop Sale!

 
The last big Shopbop sale I picked up this clear and white leather Staud bag that I'd been eyeing for months. It's already been such a fun piece to spruce up an outfit, and will definitely be getting it out even more this spring and summer.  I especially love it mixed with leopard and sneakers!
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Right now, only until end of day Friday the 12th, Shopbop is having another big sale with code EVENT19 to get 20-25% off (even off sale items)!  Here are some of my favorite picks (including my favorite white block heeled mules I wear alllllll the time, my APL slide sneakers, my favorite beach/summer hat and these white woven slides that are similar to mine:

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Favorite Wears: Styling Lavender

 

  I shared how to wear and pair the trending color, lavender, here, and now I'm styling it! I've been loving this lavender sweater (currently 33% off!) ever since I got it - pairing it with jeans, leggings and even dressing it up with this hunter & mint skirt.  I love this color so much because it pairs so well with other colors, but also stands on its own.  I don't see any signs of it's popularity stopping!  It's a great color to wear now, but also in the coming warmer (thought that seems far away) months.
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Favorite Wears: The Turtleneck is Back

 
I feel like turtlenecks are making a comeback. While they haven't been totally gone... I've been more weary to wear them over the last few years - but am fully embracing it this year. They're practical from the cold, yes, but add a chic and classic layer to an outfit. Classic black is good - at staple you totally need, but I am loving a pop of color for this look. Bold colors plus turtleneck seems a like a more modern take on the style.
P.S. This favorite white bag of mine (shown) is on sale!

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Photos by the talented Elizabeth of Elizabeth Ladean Photography.  

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Favorite Wears: Leather and Sweater

  Last week I shared my top 10 things to get from Target - and this black "be courageous" tee was one of them! Here I'm wearing it (and have worn it several times since getting it) with a black faux-leather skirt and long cozy sweater.  Fall is the best time for layers, and I love playing around with different ways to do so.
Happy fall layering!
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Favorite Wears: Cozy Layers

 

  It's Falllllllllll! We've finally turned the corner on cooler weather, and I'm in love. This is my favorite time of the year, and I have to soak it up because here in the midwest, it can go too quickly from hot to frigid temps.
My favorite part about Fall weather is layering. Adding cozy sweater layers makes me so happy, but still having the freedom to keep bare legs is a dream.   This is a perfect outfit for me - a bit of femininity with a skirt, but cozy top for the cooler weather, and comfy sneakers for those on the go days.  This sums up what I could wear everyday if weather allowed.
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Photos by the talented Elizabeth of Elizabeth Ladean Photography.  

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Favorite Wears: Summer Bold

 

  What's better than summer white and neutrals? Mixing bold colors or patterns together in unexpected ways!  For instance, wearing burgundy in the summer doesn't seem very seasonal, but mixing it with this bright coral top makes the combo feel right on.  Of course adding other seasonally relevant accessories helps bring the whole look together.  I love when I can extend the wear of pieces throughout multiple seasons!
One of my favorite things to do with Nora on our one-on-one time is to explore new KC places. I love the addition of this coffee shop to the Nelson Atkins Museum (late last year).  She's the best little adventurer, never complains and always looks for the excitement. She especially loves coffee shops, because she gets to pretend to drink coffee and try new treats (like macaroons this time!). I love the quality time with her, and the bright open space of this Quay Coffee shop!
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She shoots portraits, engagements/weddings and lifestyle sessions all around Kansas City.  You can follow here on Facebook here and on Instagram here to see more of her work!

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