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6 Things You Need to Throw the Perfect Mardi Gras Party

February 22, 2017

Hi everyone, I’m so excited that we are less than a week away from Fat Tuesday (aka Mardi Gras Day)! With that being said, today I’ve partnered up with Barq’s Root Beer to share 6 things you need to throw the perfect Mardi Gras Party to help you host a great day for you and your friends. Also, you don’t have to live in Louisiana to join in on the fun! With these tips, you can celebrate by creating your own version of Mardi Gras no matter where you live! Just be sure to invite the bite to your Mardi Gras celebrations with Barq’s Root Beer for an authentic touch of Carnival season. After all, Barq’s has been bringing the bite to Mardi Gras for more than 100 years.

6 Things You Need to Throw the Perfect Mardi Gras Party:

  1. Bring on the booze! Show your guests how to party New Orleans style with champagne and mixers complete with a mimosa and Bloody Mary bar.

2.  King Cake! I wouldn’t even consider the event a “Mardi Gras” party without King Cake! Some of my favorite local King Cake bakeries include: Haydel’s and Randazzo’s. If you don’t live around, not to worry because they also ship!

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Erica’s Outfit: AG Ankle Legging Jeans (also available here) | Somers Sneakers c/o Sofft Shoes (also available here) | Similar Strap Front Tee | BlankNYC Suede Moto Jacket | Ray-Ban Original Aviators

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Jenn’s Outfit: AG Ankle Legging Jeans (also available here) | Somers Sneakers c/o Sofft Shoes (also available here) | Similar Bomber Jacket | The Racer Cami & similar  White Tank | Naomi Double Ring c/o Kendra Scott | Ray-Ban Round Sunglasses | B-low The Belt Frank Belt

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Casey’s Outfit: Strap Front Tee | Jamie Ripped High Rise Ankle Jeans | Bomber Jacket (exact one sold out) | Black Slip On Sneakers  (similar here) | Ray-Ban 52mm Sunglasses 

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3. Purple, Green & Gold Decor! These colors are essential to your Carnival Celebration! I also like to set out a bunch of fun masks and beads for my guests to wear.

4. Refreshing drinks for the whole family to enjoy! I know I said that booze is a key factor to the party, but you also have to offer something that can quench everyone’s thirst. I love giving my guests classic Barq’s Root Beer because of its bold flavor and unique connection to the Gulf Coast. Barq’s is an authentic part of Mardi Gras considering how long it has been around. Plus both celebrate the boldness of the region – Barq’s with its unique “flavor” and Mardi Gras with its vibrant festivities.

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Outfit: AG Ankle Legging Jeans (also available here) | Somers Sneakers c/o Sofft Shoes (also available here) | Similar Bomber Jacket | The Racer Cami & similar  White Tank | Naomi Double Ring c/o Kendra Scott | Ray-Ban Round Sunglasses

5. A delicious spread of Louisiana style food & snacks! Let’s be real here, most people stop by Mardi Gras parties for the delicious food and drinks, which is why flavorful New Orleans food is key to a successful party. Some of these dishes include: jambalaya, fried chicken, gumbo, crawfish, shrimp and grits and red beans and rice. For snacks and finger foods, I suggest plenty of dips, chips, finger sandwiches and decorative cookies.

6. The great outdoors! Nothing beats having a nice outdoor entertaining area for your guests to enjoy the beautiful weather this time of year. If you only have a balcony, that’s even better since it goes with the New Orleans style vibe. Just make sure to add additional seating and tables for your guests. You can even decorate with cute tassels and banners from Fox Fete and Mardi Gras themed cups like these from White Elephant Designs.

Thank you to my friends Erica Madden & Casey Barnes for helping me bring my Mardi Gras party to life by participating in the photo shoot before the actual party! | Decorative Cookies by Shelby Townsend | Photos by Lainey Reed Photography 

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Perforated Booties + Off The Shoulder Blouse

February 21, 2017

Hi everyone, today I’m styling one my favorite shoe trends: perforated booties. In case you missed it, I featured these tan, peep toe booties from Sole Society in a recent blog post, which are just as cute as the perforated booties in today’s post. However, what I like most about the peep toe booties that I’m wearing here is the trendy perforated detail. It adds some texture and gives them a slightly cooler and more casual vibe. They look great with jeans and even better with a pair of cutoff shorts.

For today’s look, I styled my booties with this amaze off the shoulder blouse and some cropped white denim for a chic transitional outfit into spring.

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Outfit: AG Ankle Leggings Jeans— wearing sz 26 (similar here) | Open Shoulder Blouse (also available here) — I love this striped blouse too! | Perforated Booties & Lacie Weekender Bag c/o Sole Society | Ray-Ban Round Sunglasses

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Jewelry: Fern Cuff, Baroque Rose Cut Cuff, Savannah Ring & Tivoli Ring c/o Julie Vos | Crescent Necklace c/o Elizabeth Stone Jewelry

Photos by: Michelle Preau

This post is in partnership with Sole Society, a brand I love. All opinions and selections here are my own. Thank you for supporting the affiliate posts who make this blog possible.

White Jeans + A Camo Hat

February 20, 2017

Hi everyone, let me just start off by saying that white jeans and a camo hat is one combo that I never even imagined myself wearing, but I think that’s exactly why I love it. Sometimes it’s fun to experiment with different pieces in your closet and dress up in outfits that you wouldn’t normally put together. Mixing things up in your wardrobe allows you to better explore your style plus it might bring out a side of you that you never even knew existed.

Also, while we’re on the topic of taking wardrobe risks, I always hear people say the phrase, “I would love to wear that, but I could never pull it off!” I always respond with, “Says who?” For real though, who is telling you that? I bet that you’re only one telling yourself that and my advice to you is…get over yourself! Who cares! Wear what you want to wear and own it and that’s exactly how you pull something off!

At first, I was so nervous to pair these white jeans with sneakers and a camo hat that I would normally wear to the gym. I thought that maybe it was too edgy for me, but then I realized that I was the only one telling myself that I wasn’t cool enough to pull it off! So I put the look together, made it my own and guess what? I loved how I felt it in! All I had to do was put it on with confidence and that’s all you have to do too!

What is an outfit that you’ve been wanting to try, but haven’t had the guts to give it go? I dare to you to do it and let me know how it turns out! Just remember that no one ever made fashion history by following the rules!

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Outfit: White Jeans— wearing sz 26 (similar here) | Camel Sweater — wearing sz XS | Adidas Superstar Shoes (also available here)— size down a full size | Denim Jacket — wearing sz XS | Camo Hat | GG Marmont Matelassé Shoulder Bag (mini version here)

Photos by: Lainey Reed Photography