Athleisure

I'll be taking the rest of my vacation days from the magazine during the holidays and you can bet your bottom dollar I won't be all dressed up every day for that. I mean Christmas & New Year's obviously, but on the in between days, I'm 100% looking forward to lounging in comfy clothes. Cue the athleisure look I'm sporting here.

Destiny Day Spa Experience

Here's something you might already know about me if you know me in real life: I'm a workaholic. I'm always busy, and when I'm not, my mind is consumed with what's next on my list of things to do. So when London from Destiny Day Spa contacted me to come in and check out some of the services they offer, I will honestly say I had my doubts. Not about the spa or the quality of their services, but about whether I had the time to actually go in and be pampered. You're probably thinking, "Seriously? Who would pass up a massage and facial?" I decided to let my worries fall to the wayside for a couple of hours last Thursday and I took London up on her proposal. Here's how it went...

Working on You Series: Day 1

Recently, my life has started to undergo some changes. Very recently, actually. And I'm starting to realize, on my own time, that I can be no good in my relationships with other people (family, friends, romantic, co-workers, etc.) unless I am working on myself. So I'm starting a series here on The Life of a Lady about the never-ending journey that we should all be on to improve ourselves in all aspects of our lives.

Bell Sleeves and Cutoffs

I am absolutely obsessed with this striped top from Tobi.com! I love the thin, loose-fitting fabric and bell sleeves. All things right up my alley.

Up to There

This simple, black maxi skirt from Tobi.com takes on a new twist with a thigh-high slit on one side. 

The Stand Out LBD

Like most girls, my closet is full of "little black dresses", but no LBD is created equal in my eyes and this one from Tobi.com stands out in a crowd. It's unique cut is suuuupppperrrr figure flattering and fits perfectly in all the right places.

LipSense c/o Kissable Lips by Kelsie

Here's the thing about me and makeup: we have a love/hate relationship. I love makeup, but I'm really no good at applying it or remembering to re-apply things like lipstick/gloss. When Kelsie from Kissable Lips by Kelsie contacted me about her product, I was intrigued. Lipstick that lasts all day without having to re-apply? I'm down to try that.

Buckle Saddle Bag from Versona

I woke up this morning knowing that although it was going to be a beautiful and sunny day, there would still be a slight chill in the air. I'm not a fan of "chill" when it comes to weather, ya'll. So I knew I needed a light sweater but I wanted my outfit to still be spring appropriate, hence the blush color.

Wrapped, Ripped, and Laced

Chokers: Poppy Clothing & Etsy | Men's t-shirt: Banana Republic | Sweater: Target | Jeans: American Eagle | Shoes: Lulus

That 70s Vibe

I scored this cool 70s style shirt at a downtown secondhand shop and I'm 99% sure that it's handmade and one-of-a-kind. #winning

Gotta Go-Go Boots

Ya'll know I'm all about the boho vibes lately, and this look doesn't stray from that style.

I spy fall colors...

I don't find myself wearing much color during the fall...or summer...or spring...definitely not winter. Ok, so I never find myself wearing much color, but when I do decide to wear color, I go bold. I like mixing and matching bold colors in unexpected ways, like rust and teal.

Hats off...or on

If I didn't have a hat obsession, I wouldn't be a fashion girl right now, would I? I never realized how much fun they can be until I started seeing them on other people more often. 

Wearing a dress as a top...

Betcha didn't know this top is actually a dress. Well, maybe you did if you read the title of this post, but whatevs...

Summer White

When the summer heat gets difficult to beat, white will keep you from suffering heat stroke. I almost had a great little rap going there, didn't I? Almost.

Playing Peekaboo w/ Stay Fierce Boutique

I'm excited to be working with Stay Fierce Boutique for this sweet post. You can shop with them online at stayfierceboutique.com! Use promo code LADY15 to save 15% on your order!

Elephants galore!

I never thought I'd sport an elephant print, but this sassy romper was too cute to pass up!

Cropped Suede

Ok, I'm totally wearing this fab necklace in back-to-back posts, but can you blame me?! I'm in love!

Necklace Dreams Come True

There's something about a bomb.com statement piece that I get so darn excited about. It brings any outfit to life whether it's a simple, chic look or an already-out-there-but-why-not-add-more vibe. You like that, huh? This necklace will not disappoint! It'll appear in my next outfit post too (shhh)!

10 Summer Essentials

Pictured: me & my sister on a cruise to the Bahamas last October<3 Take us back!

Hey guys! If you're like me, you love to see what other ladies consider their "go-to" products to be during different seasons. I just think it's so interesting to see what others use and enjoy and why. Sometimes, I discover new products that end up making my list of essentials! Speaking of my list, here it is...