Chic + Classic Styles by STRUT

 

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Let’s talk about one of my favorite collaborations to date, shall we?

Meet THE cutest online and in-store boutique, STRUT!

Stay Chic and STRUT Your Stuff

I reached out to STRUT on Instagram when I realized the lovely Peyton Baxter was involved with the start-up of the brand. I’d been following Peyton on Instagram as a UT Vols fan/due to mutual friends, and when she launched her blog – love ‘n’ labels + @peyton.baxter on Instagram, a must-follow – I loooved following along. I was so inspired by her work ethic and even reached out to her for advice when starting my own blog! Needless to say, when I saw she was involved in STRUT I knew it was definitely something I wanted to be a part of.

I am so honored and excited STRUT selected me to be an affiliate! This post has definitely been one of my favorite collabs to date. STRUT is owned by Rhonda of Spoiled Rotten Boutique in Knoxville, Tennessee. Be sure to stop by and check out STRUT’s other on-trend and chic designs if you’re local to the Knoxville area. If not, don’t worry at all! 😉 You can shop STRUT online by clicking HERE!

Ya’ll, I absolutely love STRUT’s classic style. A good graphic tee (or four) is a must for any chic yet effortlessly casual outfit, and STRUT’s designs couldn’t be more on-trend.

I wore my “RELAX” sweatshirt for so many different occasions, from a Memorial Day wedding weekend road trip to a Fall day-trip to Raleigh. It also is my go-to for lightweight comfort around the house. It’s so versatile, and the color and fit are perfect. It’s also an ideal warm-up or cool-down sweatshirt to wear to barre class or practice. This sweatshirt has been my go-to for my certification with Xtend Barre Charlotte, which you can read more about HERE!

The “Makeup Your Mind” graphic tee couldn’t be softer, and is perfect for a fun, fancy occasion or cozy-comfortable for Sunday brunch. And this “Shhh … I’m Dreaming” coffee mug?! Couldn’t be more adorable, or more accurate! I am fully asleep until I’ve finished my coffee in the morning, and I love the flirty eyelash design, too!

STRUT also carries high-end styles, accessories, athleisure wear, travel bags, sleepwear, and decals!

Keep scrolling for a look at these high-end styles for affordable prices!

Leave me a comment with your favorite STRUT design! I’m loving their seasonal designs right now! 😉


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Makeup Monday: Make Up For Ever Ultra HD

 

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Let’s talk about love at first foundation application, shall we?

 

 

Influenster is back at it again with some amazing new makeup – completely complimentary – to try out for you guys! I’ve received some pretty damn cool makeup from Influenster before, including Givenchy’s Noir Interdit Mascara (click to check out the blog post ALL about this lil’ game changer of a device), but this new foundation has to be my absolute favorite product I’ve received and tried out so far:

Make Up For Ever’s
UltraHD Invisible Cover Foundation 

 

 

The bumper sticker version, short + sweet: This product by Make Up For Ever is a bestselling HD foundation with an ultra-lightweight texture that “melts” into skin for unfiltered perfection in every light.

 

 

So, I’ve definitely heard of 4K and HD television, but never in reference to makeup. If you’re wondering why a makeup company made an HD foundation, I’ve got your answer, straight from the horse’s mouth:

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FALLing for Pink Blush // Part 2: Sunset at Jupiter Beach

 

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Let’s talk the perfect maxi dress for all occasions, shall we?

 

 

 

If you’ve seen my latest post – FALLing for Pink Blush // Part 1: Sunflower Field Fun – then you know how obsessed I am with PinkBlush’s maxi dresses. They are so soft, and they are form-fitting in all the best ways. Made out of the comfiest, most breathable material, these trendy dresses are literally perfect for any occasion.

 

 

 

 

 

How fun and trendy is this white dress with blue and pink hues? It matched perfectly with the Florida sunset over Jupiter Beach. Those colors together are so dreamy, like cotton candy. The style and print defy being seasonal and stands out as a staple piece I’m going to turn to time and time again. I’m already thinking about wearing it for our one-year wedding anniversary – how cute would it be for a dinner date?!

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FALLing for Pink Blush // Part 1: Sunflower Field Fun

 

 

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Let’s talk wearing dresses in the Fall, shall we?

 

 

I’m a huge maxi dress person. Probably because of the way they can accentuate the best parts of my body while hiding the not so great areas. A maxi dress makes a statement without us really having to do too much … besides pulling what feels like a nightgown over you and stepping out. 😂💃🏼

 

 

Enter Pink Blush, the cutest, trendy online boutique for women of all shapes and sizes. Pregnant, nursing, not a mommy at all … y’all, this is the first online boutique I’ve found that truly does it all. The maternity clothes are just as adorable as the women’s clothes … if not more so. Isn’t it about time that all my mama friends had a place to shop that makes them feel like they’ll have the best outfit at the event instead of one they settled on from the maternity section? Hell yes.

But what if we could have a dress that truly does it all? A dress that’s with us throughout every single stage of being the badass women we are?

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Late Summer // Early Fall Fashion: Farmer’s Market Chic

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I’ve rounded up my favorite go-to looks from this month, a little something I like to call “Farmer’s Market Chic.” These pieces are closet staples you can turn to again and again, and even better, they transition well from season to season. You can always count on a good pair of distressed jeans or a comfy button-down for effortless weekend fun. Rompers and flowy dresses help keep the summer at bay by being totally breathable and making a fun statement.

Whether you’re strolling through the farmer’s market, running errands, shopping, on a picnic, day trippin’, or anything in-between, these late summer-early autumn staples are so fun and functional. Let’s dive right in, shall we?

 

 

She’s one in a melon. 😉 Okay, just one punny photo of this gorgeous girl, and now we can get to it.

 

 

I’m currently obsessed with this romper dress from Target. It’s affordable, lightweight, non-clingy, breathable, and best of all works for pretty much any occasion. This baby could be dressed up for a shower, a date, brunch with the girls, or dressed down for a comfy-casual farmer’s market errands day.

Love the way the dress panels on the sides and front cover my hips in a flattering way, too. I’m not usually a “romper” girl, but this maxi version has me changing my mind for sure.

Find this yellow romper-dress with roses HERE.

Find a gorg burnt orange lace-up version HERE.

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Kendra Scott’s Fall 2017 Launch Party: Behind the Scenes

 

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Let’s talk about the epic Fall 2017 jewelry line Kendra Scott debuted today, August 9th, shall we?

 

 

A Trip Through Tuscany with Kendra Scott

The thing I love most about Kendra’s Fall 2017 collection is the inspiration behind it. I adore anything that has a meaningful story behind it – a reason or purpose that makes it that much more special – and Kendra has done just that with her new collection. Inspired by the scenery Kendra shared with her family during their 2016 trip through Italy, the imagery and culture sparked the theme for this newest collection of gems.

 

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The Story of Belle

 

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Let’s talk about how the sweetest furbaby in the world came into our lives, shall we?

So many of you have reached out to ask about the new kitten we adopted, and we feel so blessed we could adopt her. The question I’ve been getting most is about how this sweet girl came into our lives. So, I wanted to put this post together to let you in on just how little baby Belle came into our lives.

Honestly, my husband Thomas had a lot to do with this one, ya’ll. I’m usually the animal-loving softy who’s ready to melt over pretty much anything with fur. (Sorry, ya’ll, I just don’t love or care about snakes the way I do bunnies or pretty much anything else with fur.) But I think it’s safe to say that once Thomas really got his heart set on this kitty bitty, there was no turning back.

 

Belle is already developing such an interesting personality with all kinds of little quirks. She loves naps like any kitten, but she also always cries out to be held or fed as soon as she’s fully awake.

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Farmer’s Market Chic: Photography of Cindy

 

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Happy WEEKEND.

Tonight on W&W I’m sharing some head shots I took of my sweet friend Cindy  last Sunday after we – hmm, what’s the word I’m looking for here? – twirled through the Charlotte Regional Farmer’s Market.

Cindy is my mountain soul sister in this great big city . . . we relate on a whole other level and I just adore our time together. She’s a professional photographer and beyond gorgeous, so it’s always a treat when I get her on the other side of my lens.

 

 

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My Go-To Gift Company: Pavilion Gift

 

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Let’s talk about the sweetest gift company, shall we?

 

Pavilion Gift Company

 

Pavilion Gift Company is the perfect ONE STOP SHOP for all things gifts, accessories, and home decor! Pavilion only carries original designs, so you know you’re supporting a smaller business that’s completely unique from everything else out there on the market. And with more than 141 brands to choose from and about 1,500 different items to shop, there’s truly something for everyone at Pavilion.

 

Holding this super-comfy, lightweight tote from the brand new Pavilion Gift Company lifestyle brand Livin’ on the Wedge. How fun is the limes and lemons pattern on the front pocket?

 

Not going to lie to you guys – to make sure this fun tote looked its absolute best in these photos, I stuffed my favorite beach towel, 2 rolls of paper towels, and a shirt down in there. Now that I’m looking at this picture, I can’t believe all that stuff fit in this bag so comfortably . . . and there was still plenty of room to spare!

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The Reason Behind Weddings & Wanderlust + 8 Fun Facts About Me

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Let’s talk about the major Insta love ya’ll have been kind enough to throw my way lately, shall we?

 

She Remembered Who She Was – And the Game Changed

 

I am so excited about the way this blog has grown during the last few months! I launched Weddings & Wanderlust on March 15th with 702 follower friends I hoped wouldn’t be too annoyed with me for suddenly blowing up their timeline.

 

 

Now, four months later, the blog’s following has MORE THAN DOUBLED in size . . . that’s almost 900 NEW follower friends, and I couldn’t be more thrilled that you’re all along for this ride with me. Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU – from the very bottom of my heart – for following my Instagram and Blog.

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I created Weddings & Wanderlust because creativity truly drives me. I went to law school because I am passionate about justice and knowing one’s rights under the law, and because I wanted to be able to afford my own horse stable one day. (Yes. Really.) I love working as a corporate attorney and wouldn’t trade it for the world, but that’s just not the only who I am. As challenging and incredible as it is to get to do what I do on a daily basis, that’s not all I can do.

 

“Learn the rules like a pro so you can break them like an artist.” – Pablo Picasso

 

I have to remember who I was before the world got a hold of me and tried to shape me into who I should be.

 

 

Intellect and intelligence are important, but creativity is like intelligence getting to have a bit of fun. Seeing something in the store or in my mind (or, lesbehonest, on Pinterest!) and deciding I could make that instead of buying it gives me such a rush. Imagining something that doesn’t exist and then deciding I could create that fills me with courage and confidence.

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