Spring Flare

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Photos by Mason Ware

Dress- C/O Maggy London

A classic fit & flare style dress is perfect now that spring has arrived, and with Easter this weekend! This is my second look in collaboration with Maggy London for their London Times line!

When spring hits, my style gets a little more girly. I love that the print of this dress is a leaf pattern, instead of floral, because it’s an easier print to pull off for the not so over the top girly girls out there. And of course I love that the dress is black and white, it makes the dress really chic and polished.

I like that this dress can work for anyone’s style. You could keep it super feminine, or add a little unexpected edge to it, like I did with my leather moto jacket.

I love the sophisticated & flattering, fit & flare silhouette of this dress. It’s such a classic shape for spring. Usually dresses with a fuller skirt are overwhelming on my small frame, but with the slight v-neck, and cinched waist, this dress accentuates the little shape I do have. I wanted to draw a little more attention to my waist, so I added a little tie belt.

I hope you enjoyed my second look with Maggy London!

Have a great Easter weekend!

Don’t forget to check out MaggyLondon.com while ALL dresses are 25% off!

The Simple Life

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Photos by Mason Ware

Top- Forever 21 | Jeans- Level99 | Shoes- Dolce Vita

As I said in a previous post (this one here), I’ve been loving simplicity. Whether it be from my wardrobe, relationship, diet, or lifestyle. I feel like the word “simple” isn’t always used in the best way, sometimes it gets the reputation of being boring. I like doing things simple, because it’s no fuss. It also means to me to not put too much thought into things, and just kind of live in the moment.

  1. Wardrobe

With my wardrobe, I’ve been learning to love the things I own, and not obsess over the newest things coming out. Utilizing and cherishing the things around me. That doesn’t mean I’m not shopping and buying new things. I just put more thought into my purchases, such as, “do I really need this white v-neck when I already own 5?”, or “do I only want this because it’s on trend?”. That kind of thought process.
I’ve also started this into my skincare and makeup routine, by simplifying them and using less than 10 products.

2. Relationship

With my boyfriend, there’s nothing I love more than just sitting and talking. It doesn’t have to be anything special, just the two of us, just simple. Or when we’re just sitting and he looks at me and says he loves me, for no reason at all, or when he brings me one of my favorite treats, just because. It’s nothing fancy, but it’s something simple that means so much.

3. Diet

As far as my diet, for about a month I’ve been eating vegan (alongside being gluten free for 3 years now) and cleaning up my diet overall. Of course I allow to have my cheat days, but I’ve noticed a huge difference when I eat balanced and foods with simple ingredients. And lately I’ve been really into juices, I’ve been obsessed with one’s from a local indoor cycling place in my town. I’ve been loving them because it’s a great way to get in all of the good stuff that I need to give me energy. Since changing my diet, it’s crazy how good I feel and how much energy I have.

4. Lifestyle

For my every day life, I’ve been learning to love being by myself, and taking time for myself. I’ve always kind of been a homebody, but that time I do have alone, I take that time just for me. Lately I’ve been turning my phone on airplane mode for an hour a day, and doing sort of pamper routines, reading, or listening to music without working or being on social media. I’ll be honest, it’s kind of hard to do. But sometimes we as humans get our heads wrapped up into everything going on around us in other people’s lives, and forget about the things right in front of us, and forget to reflect on our own lives. It’s good to unplug for even just 1 hour and clear your head.

I hope you guys liked this kind of different post on the thoughts I’ve been having lately!

Thanks for reading!
-Laura

Melrose

I haven’t always been the biggest floral fan. But I fell in love with the shape of this dress, and the detailing, and totally looked past the floral. I’m easing my way into florals, I mean it’s spring now after all.

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Photos by Mason Ware

This dress has a very boho vibe, and it’s a little fancier than most dresses I go for. But I wanted to make it more ‘street style’ approved and understated, so I paired it with one of my favorite pairs of sneakers. I also love that the floral is darker, so it’s not over the top girly.

How to keep your florals edgy:

  1. Go darker- opt for darker or more muted florals, or black and white.
  2. Add an unexpected piece- whether it be an edgy jacket (like a leather moto or a bomber jacket), or an unexpected shoe- like sneakers or  cool booties.
  3. Play with accessories- play with cool sunnies, and opt for jewelry like a mens-style watch, or chokers, also…a good neck scarf never hurt anyone 😉
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Have a great day everyone!
-Laura

Dress- Free People | Shoes- Vans | Bag- Rebecca Minkoff

Also, be sure to check out the April issue of Marie Claire to see me! Such a crazy opportunity that I wouldn’t have been able to do without my faithful readers!

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Downtown Flare

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Photos by Mason Ware

Today’s look is from when I went to Houston last weekend. I love “going into the city” because the city scenery makes any outfit look so effortlessly cool.

A double flare is sometimes a little much, but I think by playing with the proportions- the cropped top and high-waisted jeans- it works.

Have a great weekend!
-Laura

Top- Boohoo | Jeans- Old Navy | Shoes- Vans | Bag- Michael Kors

 

 

Simplicity

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Photos by Mason Ware

The weather last week in Louisiana was pretty terrible…gloomy and rainy. But on this day we shot this look, it turned out to be pretty outside despite the weather even an hour before we started shooting.

Lately I’ve been striving to see the beauty in simplicity, and sometimes it’s the simple things that can make a day turn around, even if it’s just the weather! And I’ve been translating simplicity into my wardrobe too. By not overthinking my outfits, and just wearing what I know feels comfortable, and fits my mood for the day.

Thanks for visiting!
-Laura

Dress- Forever 21 | Scarf- H&M | Sneakers- Old Navy (sold out online)| Bag- Michael Kors| Glasses- Polette

Spring Chambray

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Photos by Mason Ware

I love when that time finally comes around to switch out my staple winter pieces for the updated spring version. I love opting for this slightly cropped, short sleeve, chambray button up for the spring instead of a long-sleeve, thicker one. I paired the top with my go-to mini and favorite loafers!

Have a good weekend!

Top- Old Navy (in store; similar here) | Skirt- Boohoo (similar) | Loafers- Dolce Vita (similar here & here) | Bag- Rebecca Minkoff | Watch- Casio | Necklace- Kendra Scott