Legs with Lace!

I love lace!  ....and my newest obsession is lace shorts!  Don't these photos just make you want to go out and buy a pair as well!  I think I need them in black and cream! :) Have a great day! xxoo.

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#officialwarrior

What a fun weekend!! If you didn't see my post on Friday, I participated in Warrior Dash this past weekend!  It was a blast... and very, very, very muddy!  I think the photos speak for themselves.... just a few from my phone (instagram-ed of course :)  Have a happy Monday! xxoo.

Warrior Dash!

Tomorrow I am participating in this crazy race called {Warrior Dash}.  If you haven't heard of it yet, "Warrior Dash is a mud-crawling, fire-leaping, extreme run from hell"... oh, but once you are done with the 3 mile run and 18 insane obstacles, you get a cool warrior helmet... and there is a big party all weekend  long (the real reason why I am participating)!  Below is what I will be wearing tomorrow with my friends! Click {here} to see more inspiration for Warrior Dash!  Oh, and wish me luck!!!

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Who Wore it Best?

Hello! :) Last fall, I was out and about getting ready for an Ohio State tailgate when I passed a wedding boutique with Amanda's Monique Lluier dress on BRUTUS the buckeye (the OSU mascot).  This {boutique} is known for their amazing window displays (and amazing dresses), but dressing their gowns up with Brutus' face during football season was one of my all time favorites!  So....

Who Wore it Best?

Thanks for voting! :) Have a great day!!! xxoo

Facebook Love ♥

Sorry I don't have a "real" post today!  It was a busy weekend and last night I ended up going to see 'Hangover 2' instead of coming home to blog for the week! ....but I did create a facebook page for my blog this weekend and I was hoping you guys could "like" my page :)  I will post my blog updates as well as some other fun things I have planned for the near future! Thank you so much for reading and following me! Click below to "like" me!  xxoo.

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Happy Memorial Day!

I hope everyone is enjoying their long weekend and the ahhh-mazing weather! :)  My weekend was full of friends, family, drinks, pool, a lot of eating... and a little online shopping!! :)  I am actually on my way out the door to another BBQ... with some Jeni's ice cream afterward!!  What did you do?

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On Saturday... my sister, brother-in-law and some friends participated in {Crawl for Cancer} - a bar crawl that raises money and awareness for all cancers!  As usual, we had a fabulous time!  Can't wait to do it again next year.  Here is a photo from the day (before it got a little crazy)....

curing cancer one drink at a time! :)

Friday's Fancies: {Cools with Warms}

Lately, I have been inspired to mix colors that you normally might not put together!  The other day I picked up a robin-egg blue tank and tried it on real quick (while I was wearing red-ish shorts)... and loved the combination!  Later, I found the images below on {pinterest} and knew that I had to combine these colors together a little more often!  Wait... I just looked up from my desk and realized that I have light turquoise gallery frames hanging on a red-ish/orange wall - so maybe I've been secretly loving these colors together longer than I realized!  :)  Either way... it's new to me in my wardrobe!

Tonight I am going to meet some friends out for drinks!  Here is my {Friday's Fancies} inspiration outfit for the evening!  Hope you have a great holiday weekend with family and friends!!! xxoo.

 

polyvore created by {ashley gale}

Link up or check out other Friday's Fancies at {av}'s blog {here}.

Guest Post: {Bright.Bazaar}

This post is for all the men out there!  I have a few guy readers who have actually suggested I post something a little more geared towards them!  So I reached out to one of my favorite bloggers {Mr. Bazaar} for a little summer fashion inspiration to get you ready for Memorial Day Weekend and the warmer months!  Hope you enjoy! :)

Hello everyone! I'm Will from Bright.Bazaar, which is a lifestyle blog about all things colourful in interiors. As well as my blog, I work as a prop stylist based out of London and love all things prep! I'm delighted to be guest posting for Ashley today as the recent warm weather in London has had me craving some time at the beach, so I've pulled together some Hampton's 'preptastic' style market picks for guys. Along with JCrew, Jack Spade is always one of my first stops when I'm clothes shopping in New York City, and their dipped range of tote bags would make the great beach accessories for summer vacations. I also love Zara for their reasonably priced and colourful ranges - these boaters are no exception. As for anything striped or nautical, well, I'm usually reaching for my wallet before I've even left the changing rooms! What do you like about preppy fashion? Do you know of any great stores that stock the look?

If you're new to me and Bright.Bazaar, I'd love you to pop over and say hello on my 

 blog, facebook, twitter or pinterest pages.

Thanks for having me, Ashley!

Images: A | B | C | D
Shopping: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6

Goodbye 'O'

I just watched the last episode of Oprah and I have to say.... Wow! She really is so inspiring! :)  I feel like my DVR is going to get really lonely without her!  While I am not as avid of a watcher as I once was... (I scheduled all four years of college classes around her show at 4pm) - it was fun to catch up with Oprah on the weekends and watch the interviews, the stories, the celebrities and the GIVEAWAYS!!! :)  I'll miss you Oprah (and so will the retail industry... since you pre-determined the hottest and most desired Christmas gifts each year!)  xxoo! 

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Guest Post: {Lilac and Grey}

Let me introduce you to Cara from the lovely blog {Lilac and Grey}.  I have been a follower of her blog since before I started my own and I have to say, she never disappoints!  Her posts are always inspiring and her recipes look so yummy!!  One of my favorite series is Cara's Tuesday Tablescapes!  I love a beautifully decorated table... and her picks are always gorgeous!!  Check out some of her inspirations for Simple Summer Tablescape Ideas below and then check her blog on Tuesday's for even more pretty tabletops!  xxoo, ashley

I was ecstatic when Ashley asked me to guest post about one of my favorite topics - Tablescapes! If you frequently read my blog Lilac and Grey you may know that I dedicate every Tuesday to a series I call "Tuesday Tablescapes." I love to search the web for ideas and inspiration that you can use at home. With summer just around the corner,  I am always looking for ideas to make summer dining al fresco a pleasure. Here  are a few of my favorites...

Elegant Garden Party:

Wouldn't this be the most gorgeous setting to invite all you girlfriends over for a brunch? I love the idea to mix and match chairs. Plus, that vintage camera and suitcase adds so much character to the table (also a great conversation starter!) Serve some fresh sangria and the girls may never want to leave!

Rustic Picnic:

This setting is so simple, yet gorgeous! Sometime you just have to let the landscape and food take center stage. You can find the recipes from this tablescape here.

Vintage Simplicity:

I love the use of vintage plates, mason jars, and vases in this tablescape! I am a BIG believer in mix and matching plates and glasses- it is a simple way to add character and personality. 

Cara Gardner is a New Jersey based Real Estate and Lifestyle Consultant. When she is not with clients she can be found on her blog Lilac and Grey sharing inspirational ideas about interior design, fashion and behind the scenes info about real estate.

{image 1 via: Brandon Kid via Elizabeth Anne Designs | image 2 via: Spicy Green Mango | image 3 Once Wed}

Socks with Heels?

How do you ladies feel about the trend - wearing pretty socks with heels?  These girls below can definitely pull it off, but I am not so sure I can!  So fun and pretty though....  

all images found via {pinterest}

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You can even wear heels with plain old ribbed socks!!  Still a little crazy to me :)  What do you think?

If you weren't checking blogs yesterday... scroll down to see a spring/summer mood board below!  It will definitely get you in the spirit for warmer days and colorful accessories... maybe even a little healthy eating as well!  xxoo

Avocado and Melon

Doesn't this color combination get you so excited for summer?? After this amazing weather the past couple of days, I am very excited for Summer! I need to try that melon and avocado salad and I also need that mint color Chanel ;)  Enjoy the rest of your weekend and have a great week!

All images found via {pinterest}