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What To Wear In The Early Stages Of Fall!

Right now I feel like we’re all asking ourselves the same question each morning: “What the hell do I wear today!” The weather is just so weird right now because it starts off nice and cool and then we’re in the mid 80s by 10 am! What are we southerners supposed to wear in the early stages of fall! That is exactly why I am currently rocking the booties and boyfriend shorts look and if you follow me on Instagram, then you know that is NOT meant to be confused with bootie shorts!! That ship has sailed! However, I’m totally into wearing shorts, rompers and mini dresses with booties.

Photos by: Kaela Rodehorst Photography

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Outfit: Rag & Bone Boyfriend Shorts | Split Back Shirt c/o Bella Dahl | Rebecca Minkoff Finn Cross Body & Joie Loren Boots c/o Emma’s Shoes & Accessories |

Jewelry: Amanda Cuff, Carter Cuff Set, Jillian Ring, Skyler Cuff & Nina Ring c/o Gorjana

Good Morning readers, when it comes to wearing these simple transitional looks, I always like to make sure that I’m dressing up my look with some eye catching jewelry and accessories like this bright burgundy fringe bag and my Gorjana jewels. What’s great about Gorjana jewelry is that all of her golden understated pieces work well with your wardrobe year round, which makes them perfect for pairing with transitional outfits! My favorite piece from this season is the Skyler Cuff.

See more transitional looks below:

Outfit: Chloe Cross Body, Rebecca Minkoff Regan Satchel & Joie Keaton Booties c/o Emma’s Shoes & Accessories | Joie Monte Booties | Striped Dress c/o Candy Apple (similar here)

The Lightweight Trench Coat

October 5, 2015

Fall is officially here, but it’s not quite cool enough in Louisiana for full on cozy sweaters and coats. However, it is definitely cool enough for the lightweight trench coat, which I’m currently in love with! The exact one I’m wearing below is from Naaz boutique and it’s the perfect mix of edgy, classic and chic!

Photos by: Lainey Reed Photography

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Outfit: Waterfall Trench Coat c/o Naaz Boutique | Topshop Ripped Jeans | Jetsetter Haircalf Backpack c/o Henri Bendel | Felt Hat c/o Oasis | Peep Toe Booties

Jewelry: Jillian Ring & Skyler Cuff c/o Gorjana | Soho Ring & Botticelli Bangles c/o Julie Vos | Lariat Necklace c/o Anna Liv Design (email to order: annalivdesign@gmail.com)

Good Morning readers, I hope you all had a nice weekend! My weekend was great because I got to plan some cool stuff for you all and if you love today’s look then you’re going to be so happy that I’m hosting a fun fall party at Naaz boutique this month on Thursday, October 15th. I hope to see you all there and get excited for an upcoming giveaway announcement this week!

Naaz Boutique Party details:

Join me at Naaz boutique for fall shopping, food and fun including a braid bar, giveaways and more! The first 10 guests to arrive will receive a special goodie bag and everyone will receive 25% OFF their entire purchase!

5-7 pm on Thursday, October 15 | 3331 Severn Ave. Suite 101. Metairie 70002 (next to bridal boutique) | @Naazboutique

Thank you to Naaz boutique for brining you this post. All opinions are my own.

It’s Sunday I’m In Love!

October 4, 2015

It’s Sunday I’m in love…with this tee by The Elizabeth Chronicles! I know I’m probably supposed to say I’m in love with the Saints since that is what the game day tee is referring to, but let’s be real here. We all know (or now you know) that I’m not the biggest football fan. I’m always way more excited about the outfit that I get to wear to the game instead and that is in addition to all the game day snacks and treats that we’ll get to eat! I’m pathetic! I know, but that’s what I love about football sundays! The Food! Haha!

Photos by: Lainey Reed Photography

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Outfit: BB Dakota Blazer Vest (similar here) | Brinly Peep Toe Booties c/o Isola Shoes | Topshop Ripped Skinny Jeans (favorite skinnies of the season under $70) | Rebecca Minkoff Finn Crossbody bag | ‘It’s Sunday I’m in Love’ tee c/o The Elizabeth Chronicles |

Jewelry: Skyler Cuff c/o Gorjana | Y-Necklace c/o Melanie Auld | Soho Ring & Baroque Wrap Ring c/o Julie Vos

Shop more LSU & Saints Game Day tees here–> The Elizabeth Chronicles

Thank you to The Elizabeth Chronicles for bring you this post. All opinions are my own.

Discovering Your #socialnetworth With The LSU Sororities

October 2, 2015

Happy Friday everyone! Before we jump into the weekend, I want to share my most recent social media workshop experience with you. About two weeks ago, I had the pleasure of speaking to over 450 LSU sorority girls about the power of social media and how to use it both responsibly and strategically. We had such an amazing turn out that we even had girls sitting on the floor!

I was so excited when the LSU Tri Delta chapter president, Laurel Upton reached out to me about the opportunity. I immediately said yes and asked fashion blogger, Krystal of A Pinch of Lovely and local New Orleans beauty expert, Ashley Sievert to join me in sharing our personal experiences involving social media. We called the event ‘Discovering your #socialnetworth’ because we want all young women and girls to realize their individual worth on social media.

We made a play on words with social ‘net worth’ to ask the girls how they individually value themselves on social media. Obviously, we weren’t there to rate them. We wanted the students to rate themselves to help them decide if they need to re-eavaulate the type of the content their posting. This is vital to do because even if you aren’t seeking a career in social media, the photos and words you post online are still a reflection of who you are as a individual. The majority of employers scan your Facebook and Instagram before interviewing you because they want to see how you openly portray yourself online and if that correlates with the type of person they want representing their company.

Once we got that point across, we mostly focused on the positive aspects of social media and what amazing things it can lead to by using it responsibly and strategically. For example, without social media my business wouldn’t even exist. And all of the amazing opportunities that I’ve experienced over these past few years would have never been possible. I created my very own dream job just by sharing what I love through social media.

If you would have told me four years ago that one day I’d design my very own handbag with a huge company in New York or that I would be working for myself, attending New York Fashion Week and collaborating with big brand names like Old Navy, Kendra Scott, H&M, Yosi Samra, Chinese Laundry, World Market and GiGi New York, I would have never believed you.

Actually, I take that back, I might have believed you because I always knew that I’d never allow myself to have a normal job, but I had no idea that it would all stem from social media. It is truly incredible what social media outlets like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and now snapchat can empower you to do, and that’s why I like to share my story with young women to introduce the world of careers on social media.

Back to the designing bags part, as a way to show the girls all the wonderful things that can stem from social media, I partnered up with GiGi New York to giveaway a Jenn Bucket Bag that I designed with them last October. This was such a huge accomplishment for me so I wanted to share that with the girls by giving one away especially since the bag has already moved its way up to one of Gigi New York’s top sellers. (last styled here)