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Fall Floral Maxi Dress Under $15

Hey everyone, I hope you all had a nice weekend. Today I’ve teamed up with Walmart to share some fall florals with you. If you live down south like myself, then you know that even though the month says it’s fall, it doesn’t actually feel like fall, which means boots and sweaters aren’t currently happening for us. Fortunately, I found this super cute floral romper dress that you can actually wear right now and enjoy in this weather. Now if you live up north where it’s a bit cooler, you can still wear this romper maxi dress with a suede moto jacket and some ankle booties.

Scroll through this post to see how I styled this fall floral maxi dress for under $15, which by the way when you see a cute dress for under $15, you buy it in every print. Who’s with me?! I got the size medium because it’s technically from the juniors department so it runs a little smaller. I’m only 5 ft so this one is for all my petite girls out there!

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Outfit: Floral Romper Dress (wearing sz M) | Mini Backpack | Similar Ankle Strap Heels |

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If you’re hesitant to try out the backpack trend, but still want to give it whirl, Walmart is the perfect place to purchase one because of the amazing prices. This faux leather backpack is right under $20! So you’ve pretty much got nothing to lose!

See more of this fall’s top trends here—>The It List

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Outfit: Floral Romper Dress (wearing sz M) | Mini Backpack | Similar Ankle Strap Heels |

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28 Fun Facts About Me!

Happy Friday everyone and Happy Birthday to me! In honor of turning 28 today, I thought it would be fun to share 28 fun facts about myself. I’ll also be sharing more details about these facts on my Instagram stories this weekend. But first, I have to thank Sucre in New Orleans for making me the most beautiful macaron cake I’ve ever seen. And would you believe if I said that it tasted even better than it looked? Because it did!

Find my silk nightgown here—> Flora Nikrooz Alessia Chemise in Buff

Home Decor Details: White Duvet c/o Serena & Lily | Upholstered Headboard | Gold Birthday Balloons | Gold Arch Wall Mirror

28 Fun Facts About Me:

  1. I’m Filipino and Italian. My mom is full Italian and my dad is full Filipino.

2) My husband, Blake and I have been together since high school so we’re currently going on 13 years! Crazy, right?

3) I interned in Disney World when I was junior in college. I wanted to be a princess (Jasmine or Pocahontas), but I was “too short” so I ended up taking out at the trash at Peco’s Bill in Magic Kingdom for four months of my life instead. Let’s just say I don’t consider Disney World to be the most magical place on earth anymore. LOL

4) I’m always hungry and never turn down Chick-fil-a.

5) My personal blog interview was published in the LiketoKnow.it coffee table book this past month. See here—>Stories From The Influencer Next Door

6) I casually host dance parties and perform impromptu musicals for my husband all the time even when doesn’t ask me to, which by the way….he never asks me to! LOL

7) When I was little I wanted to be an actor and singer. I actually still dream about it.

8) I auditioned for the tv show Glee when I was in college. Obviously, they didn’t cast me, but we all know they’re clearly missing out. 😉

9) I have zero concept of time all thanks to my mother who made me late for everything growing up, but I’m working on it. I always set my clocks 10 minutes ahead to try and help.

Find my silk nightgown here—> Flora Nikrooz Alessia Chemise in Buff

Home Decor Details: White Duvet c/o Serena & Lily | Upholstered Headboard |

10) I hate scary movies and can’t even watch the previews. When Blake and I go to the movies, I wait outside of the theatre until the previews over and then he calls me in. That’s how big of a baby I am!

11) When I started my blog, I barely knew how to use a computer! Now I run my own website.

12) I went to LSU for 5 years, but never graduated because my blog started bringing more opportunities than school did. However, I can always go back one day! Maybe.

13) I never let Blake and I go to bed mad at each other.

14) I love hot coffee in the morning, which I put in the microwave at least five times before finishing it.

15) Some of my favorite shows include: Friends, The Office, Modern Family and This Is Us

16) While I love brunch, it also stresses me out because I hate skipping lunch. LOL I love all meals though and the thought of skipping one gives me anxiety.

17) I’m a notorious overpacker, yet I never even get around to wearing even half of the things I packed.

18) I am the most positive person you will ever meet. My glass is always half full!

 I thought I knew 28 fun facts about myself, but now I’m running out of things to say so I’m going to let Blake take over. This should be interesting…

8 more things you don’t know about me (written by Blake):

19) Jenn is a terrible driver. Do not get in the car with her or ask her for directions unless you’re looking for the nearest Chick-fil-a.

20) She used to only watch the Disney channel until I recently converted her to Netflix this past year.

21) Jenn doesn’t know how to cook, but she always knows how to make me laugh. She has the best sense of humor and always knows how to laugh at herself.

22) We almost didn’t get to go on our first date because she was in trouble for leaving the garage door open.

23) Her meal was only $4 on our first date. Clearly that was a trick. Let’s just say it’s never been under $4 since!

24) She has made me multiple scrapbooks over the years “that I read everyday because I love them!” 😉

25) She’ll always make you feel like the smartest person in the room…;)

26) Every morning when I bring her coffee in bed, she says “bring me my robes!” like she’s the queen of the house or something. LOL! She also requests a pair of socks her feet are always cold.

27) She dances around the house way more than y’all witness on Instagram stories.

28) She is literally the most annoying person I know, but I can’t imagine anyone else more annoying that I would rather spend the rest of my life with! Happy Birthday Jenn! I love you!

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Nantucket Travel Review

Hey everyone, today I’m finally sharing my Nantucket travel review from recent stay at the   White Elephant Hotel with Lilly Pulitzer and some fellow bloggers. We stayed at the gorgeous White Elephant hotel on Easton Street overlooking the bay and I must say it is one of the chicest hotels I’ve ever visited. Everything was so beautiful on the property that it almost didn’t even seem real. It was my first time visiting Nantucket, but believe me when I say that it will not be my last!

Scroll through this post for my top Nantucket recommendations and to see photos from our trip as well as our Lily Pulitzer outfit details.

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Wearing the Melody Maxi Dress and St. Bart’s Cork Clutch by Lilly Pulitzer.

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Where to Dine:

TOPPER’S – Breakfast, lunch and dinner. One of the nation’s most acclaimed restaurants and a favorite foodie destination set alongside the waters of Nantucket Bay | We ate at Toppers on the last night of our stay and we the most beautiful sunset view while we enjoyed the most delicious dishes.

Brant Point Grill – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner harbor side dining | We ate here every morning for breakfast as well as couple of other meals. Great service, food and views! Be sure to order the lobster and and fish tacos!

 Galley Beach – located near town, beautiful sunsets, chic spot for cocktails with fire pits and a beautiful lounge area | If you love the feeling of your toes in the sand while enjoying a cocktail or glass of wine while watching the sun go down before dinner, this is the post for you! Plus it was absolutely delicious from the appetizers and salad to the entrees and dessert!

Chic Dinner spots in town – Nautilus, Proprietors & Prime

Wearing the Lana Skort Romper

Where to Lunch:

Something Natural | This was among my favorite lunch spots in Nantucket because I live for tasty sandwiches on homemade bread served with chips and freshly baked cookies! That is like my ideal lunch. Plus you get to eat on picnic tables outside!

Cru – Chic oyster bar located at the Nantucket Boat Basin

Where to Snack:

The Juice Bar | I would go to the Juice Bar every day if I could for their homemade waffles cones and unique ice cream flavors.

Where to get your drink on:

Slip 14 – Great spot for cocktails, dockside beers and fish tacos at the Nantucket Boat Basin

Gazebo – Great spot to grab a mudslide in the heart of the action at the Nantucket Boat Basin

Cisco Brewers – Brewery, Distillery and Winery all in one at a fun picnic setting with live music daily and food trucks

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Fun Activities:

Take a boat ride! We went on a boat ride on our very first day because it was the best way to see the entire island. We had so much fun listing to music while enjoying snacks, drinks and….yep, you guessed it, LOBSTER ROLLS!

Grab a bike and go cruise around town! We loved riding around town and looking at all of the beautiful homes and even made a stop at Steps Beach, which was absolutely gorgeous. Oh and you know we stopped for lunch, which was my favorite part! We stopped at Something Natural for sanwhiches and cookies and outside on picnic tables. It was so perfect that it was like a day out of storybook.

Where To Shop:

Lilly Pulitzer | We wore Lilly Pulitzer the whole trip and got so many compliments on our colorful outfits.

Skinny Dip

Southern Tide

Perch

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Outfit: Fiesta One Piece Swimsuit | Parker Vintage Cutoff Short | Heart Sunglasses | Cristina Gold Statement Earrings 

Extra Info:

o   Starting June 24 guests of any hotel on Nantucket can take The Wauwinet Lady to The Wauwinet for lunch, dinner or brunch. The 45 minute boat ride to the hotel is free when dining at TOPPER’S at The Wauwinet. Pretty amazing experience because every other harbor cruise around town is at least $40 per person.

o   Family Amenities: Cribs, Strollers, Radio Flyer Wagons, Bottle Warmers, beach chairs/coolers/towels/beach chairs, pool toys, Elephant shaped chairs and more are all complimentary for families to enjoy at the White Elephant Village and White Elephant. We do not charge resort fees at any of our hotels and all of these family amenities are included in the rate.

o   White Elephant, Wauwinet, White Elephant Village all offer morning coffee and pastries, afternoon port and cheese, complimentary bicycles and more for zero resort fees. White Elephant and White Elephant Village have a gym, and the White Elephant Village has pool access all included in the rate.

o   Guests who book the White Elephant Village 3 Bedroom Residences or the White Elephant Downtown Luxury Lofts (we have 2) enjoy exclusive access to a BMW during their stay. No additional fees.

o   The Barton & Gray Hinckley is a luxurious way to enjoy a cruise on the harbor. Guests can arrange for a picnic from Brant Point Grill to take on the boat. Through the White Elephant’s partnership with the mariner club, guests of all Nantucket Island Resorts’ hotels can go out on these boats.

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How To Maximize Your Handbag Collection

Hey everyone, today I’m sharing a great way to maximize your handbag collection with this super cute crossbody that I recently picked up from kate spade new york. What if I told you that you could turn one single handbag into nearly 20+ different looking bags! Sounds magical, right? I’m referring to the kate spade Make It Mine Collection. Kate spade’s latest collection allows you to customize your handbag with fun interchangeable flaps and straps and you can even add on little tassels and charms to your bag too. I started with three different flaps: shearling, leopard-print haircalf and plain black to match my bag. I also love the idea of adding this flamingo flap to the tusk colored bag. If you love the idea of multiple bags in one, you’re in luck because today you’ll receive 3 different flaps when you purchase the Make It Mine Byrdie Bag for $298. It’s like getting 4 different bags only $298. What a steal! Just use code: MAKEITMINE by midnight tonight (July 31)!

Check out all of the different flaps you can choose from here—> https://www.katespade.com/flaps/

Scroll through this post to see how I styled my Byrdie Bag with the leopard-print haircalf flap for a cute transitional look into fall.

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Outfit: Make It Mine Byrdie Bag c/o kate spade new york | High Rise Skinny Jeans (also available here) | Lace Cami (also available here) | Cashmere Vest | Black Leather Mules |

Be sure to check my IG stories tonight (@HauteOffTheRack) to see how to easily swap out the different flaps on the Byrdie Bag or you can watch this youtube video here!—> #MAKEITMINE

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Outfit: Make It Mine Byrdie Bag c/o kate spade new york | High Rise Skinny Jeans (also available here) | Lace Cami (also available here) | Cashmere Vest | Black Leather Mules |

Photos by Aperture Photos

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

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