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Budget Friendly Outfits for Transitioning into Fall

Hey everyone, today I’ve teamed up with Walmart to share some budget friendly outfits and pieces to help you transition into fall. It might be blazing hot here in Louisiana, but I’ve got fall on my mind because that’s the only thing keeping me sane in this crazy heat. I’m literally counting down the days until we at least have one full day without reaching 90 degrees. At least we have these cute outfits to look forward to wearing in the fall. Plus they’re all under $50 and you can start wearing them now.

Scroll through this post to read how I would style these affordable looks for both summer and fall.

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How cute is this ruffle maxi dress for under $26 at Walmart! It also comes in blush and black too.

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Ruffle Maxi Dress (wearing sz S) | Similar Ankle Strap Heels | Panama Hat

This beautiful mustard yellow maxi dress is perfect for finishing out the summer in. Then for fall, add a hat, faux leather jacket and ankle booties. I also think this dress would look super cute with a belt too. As for the color, I love the mustard yellow for transitioning into fall, but it also comes in black and blush too.

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Outfit: Sweater Tank (wearing sz S) | Leopard Print Midi Skirt (wearing sz S)

Pair this sweater tank with some cutoff shorts and ankle boots for the summer. Then swap the shorts for jeans and add a jacket to transition into fall. I also love this top paired with my leopard print midi skirt, but I had to knot it to accentuate my waist. Once get some cooler weather, I would consider pairing a chunkier knit with the skirt and draping a faux leather jacket over the outfit. Both pieces are under $20 at Walmart.

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1. Sky Circle Crossbody | 2. Ruffle Maxi Dress | 3. Mid Rise Ankle Jean | 4. Printed Midi Slip Skirt | 5. Smocked Jumpsuit | 6. Sweater Tank | 7. Melrose Ave Booties | 8. Fringe Wrap Sweater | 9. Almond Toe Booties | 10. Lace Cami

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

My Top Picks From The Express One Eleven Collection

Hi everyone, today I’m sharing my top picks from the Express One Eleven Collection. The new collection consists of soft, casual tops from loungewear and graphic tees to bodysuits and strappy and lace bralettes. All of these pieces are great to keep in your wardrobe year round because they’re all mostly available in black and neutral colors. Plus they especially come in handy during that awkward transitional phase between summer and fall, which is actually just around the corner. So stock up people!  I highly recommend scooping up a choker tank, some lace up tees and a bralette or bodysuit or both! Trust me, you won’t regret it!

I styled both of my tops from the One Eleven Collection below with shorts, but in cooler months I can swap out the shorts and open toe shoes for jeans and booties. Then I’ll complete the outfits with one of this suede moto jacket that I’m in love with! This sleeveless suede vest is pretty bomb too! Speaking of bomb outerwear, bomber jackets are gonna be huge this fall!

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Outfit: Deep V-neck Lace up Tee & Suede Shorts c/o Express | Yves Saint Laurent College Bag (similar & more affordable option here) | Black Sunglasses

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Photos by: Lainey Reed Photography

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Outfit: Striped V-neck Skimming Tee, Extreme Strappy Front Bralette & High Waisted Button Fly Shorts c/o Express | Sunglasses |

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The Wellness Studio

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Photos by: Kaela Rodehorst Photography | Location: The Wellness Studio in Covington, LA

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Outfit: Similar Distressed Denim | Light Pink Trench Coat | Dolce Vita Leka | Sloane Backpack c/o DNH | Parker Satchel in Stone c/o GiGi New York | Jenn Bucket Bag in Desert Rose (designed by Haute Off The Rack in collaboration with Gigi New York) | Oyster Stationary and Print c/o Cottonwood South

Jewelry: Yvonne Ring c/o Mary P Lamb Designs | Mika Necklace & Rings c/o Gorjana | Arden Bracelet c/o Kendra Scott

Hi everyone, I hope you had a wonderful weekend. How beautiful is this book room at The Wellness Studio in downtown Covington. I recently had a collaborative/creative meeting with the owners, Mary Kathryn and Katie at their Covington studio and I absolutely fell in love with the unique vintage decor of the place. So naturally I brought Kaela back with me to snap a few photos to show you!  I mean who would ever think to make a coffee table out of an old bathtub and on top of that, come up with the idea to make an accent wall by covering half the room with old books. I’ll tell you who…Louisiana’s own Anthony Ryan Auld! For more on The Wellness Studio and what their team offers, check out their site here–> surprisinglywell.com

Who suddenly feels inspired to paint their fire place light blue and put old books to use?! Me! Stay tuned for more photos of the gorgeous Wellness Studio!

3 Ways To Rock Jeans & A White Top

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Photos by: Kaela Rodehorst Photography

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Outfit: Mother Ankle Fray Denim | Iconic White Shirt c/o White House Black Market | Sloane Backpack c/o Danielle Nicole Handbags | Navy Textured Clutch w/ Laura Mercier Makeup c/o Sak’s in New Orleans | Mirrored Ray-Ban Aviators  | French Connection Ellis Pumps

Jewelry: Stella & Dot Talullah Necklace c/o Stylist, Tiffany Burgess | Rings c/o Gorjana

Good Afternoon readers, I’m sorry for the late blog post today, but I’m still recovering from New York Fashion Week. I swear we never stopped for a break in that city nor did we get any sleep! It was crazy but so much fun! I can’t wait to show you photos from the trip. I’m sure you saw a bunch of pictures already if you follow me on Instagram, but just wait until you see the rest.

As for this outfit, I’ve already styled this Iconic white shirt from White House Black Market two other ways. In case you missed the posts, you can view them here–> 5 Key Pieces For An Easy Transition To Fall & The Iconic White Shirt. Like I mentioned in those previous posts, denim and a white top is all you need to get through this transitional phase from summer to fall. However, I realize that sometimes you can get stuck on how to change up your denim and white tee look or how to take it from day to night. That’s why I decided to style this outfit three different ways for you.  Just remember to incorporate your fall shoes, handbags and accessories into your look like this Blue Croc Danielle Nicole backpack.  It’s also always good to throw something fresh in there like these white studded pumps by French Connections which are available in gorgeous new colors for fall. I’ve got my eyes on the navy and grey ones! Once the weather gets a little cooler you can start including different jackets and sweaters into your transitional looks. Until then, it’s also really cute to tie a plaid button down shirt around waist with jeans a simple tee. You can also draping a denim jacket or neutral-colored moto jacket over your shoulders for more of a statement

The Exciting News Behind The Navy Clutch: In case you’re wondering why there are a few pictures of a beautiful navy clutch with Laura Mercier makeup that’s because I am working on an exciting collaboration with the Saks in New Orleans. I can’t spill too many details just yet. All can say is… plan to stop by the Saks at Canal Place in New Orleans on September 27 for a fun shopping event with Haute Off The Rack. You can even recieve one of these textured clutches with a few Laura Mercier makeup samples inside with purchase.  More exciting details to come!

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