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Romp Time

3/31/2016

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You guys, it's finally here.
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It's officially time to romp again. If you've stuck around for the last year, you'll know there's little more that excites me quite like a good romper. It's the easiest outfit you could possibly throw on! This Black Printed Tassel Romper
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from Dottie Couture is my first for the season, and is perfect for so many reasons!


​This is the greatest length for short girls such as myself, as it is somewhere between that a day-long wedgie and a weird Bermuda length. For obvious reasons, the former is no good, but the latter poses an even stranger issue with short legs. I certainly don't need any of my length missing, so when I tried this little number on and it hit my upper thigh, I knew I'd have to keep her.
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Nude heels are always a great choice, so this Taupe Tassel Heel was a no-brainer from the get go. 
The best news is that these babies are only $29!!! It's an extremely versatile shoe that I have many more outfits in mind for, and a staple item ringing in for less than $30 is always a win for me! They are still available in all sizes, so get them while you can!
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​I have been on the hunt for a strappy bralette for a goooooood long while. 

I couldn't be more thrilled to share this one with you, because it's one of my favorite brands from Dottie! The quality is amazing so I know it'll hold up, and I love the detail of the scalloping around the top of the bra.

These have already been starting to trend, but I'm sure they'll be a hot commodity once summer finally shows!

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Are you all starting to build your summer wardrobes like I am?! Let me know what I need to add, beautiful readers!

Love,
Ashley
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Coffee Is My New Black

3/30/2016

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(Okay but no joke.
Coffee has been ruling the roost even more than usual lately. I feel like I'm constantly tired (and aren't we all?) so coffee is always in our around my body to maximize functionality. Or to keep my eyes open.
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I wanted to style this cute tee (Dottie Couture) two ways, and TBH this was the one that immediately came to mind! These heather grey joggers are from Nike, and they were the catalyst behind my obsession with this type of pant. I front tucked the shirt to give myself a little more shape, and I also paired my fave low-key go to shoes because...they're amazing.





​For the second look, I kept it casual but made it ever so slightly nicer with some skinnies (American Eagle) and this amaaaaaaazing fuzzy cardi from Dottie. This cardigan feels like a throw blanket so the comfort factor in both of the outfits pictured here are a win in my book. 
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How do you style graphic tees? I'm thinking a skirt could be a cute option going in to Spring/Summer...but what do you think?!

Let me know in the comments, and thank you so much for reading!

Love,
Ashley
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Classic Colors

3/21/2016

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I've always loved pairing navy and pink together...I'm happy to report that nothing has changed in that respect!
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I am obsessed with the American Eagle "Soft & Sexy" collection, and this shirt is one of my favs from that! I love the fit because most of my shirts are oversized in some way, but this one fits nicely without making me self-conscious. 
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​I'm always cold at work so I try to bring a sweater or jacket with me, and I thought this printed cardi would be perfect! The pinks don't quite match but I don't quite care...it kept me warm and it brought in the color of my Chucks so I chalked it up as a win!
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I warred with myself over whether or not to get these frayed ankle skinnies from Dottie, but I finally caved! They aren't the most flattering fit on me, and I was even called Huckleberry Finn while wearing them...but I believe in rocking whatever you want so I bought them anyway and I LOVE them! They're super comfortable and pair with almost anything! I also like them with a high top shoe because they hit my ankle at a weird place. When it's finally warm enough, I'll be rocking a gladiator sandal with these babies, I can't wait!

I hope your Monday has gone just swimmingly, and that you're pumped for the week ahead! We can get through this last (hopefully) little cold chill, fellow Hoosiers!

Thanks for reading!

Love,
Ashley
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Haute Mess Express

3/19/2016

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-3.19.2016-

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When I saw this shirt on the floor at Dottie, I knew I had to make her mine. 
I am very particular about my graphic tees, and the very few that make the cut are forever treasured, so I was pumped to have another option on my hands but I knew I had to try it on first. Happily, the fit is perfect for me, soft and stretchy but still close to my body. 
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I haven't been favoring all black lately, but I felt like that would be the perfect way to style this shirt. My black skinnies are an old Dottie purchase, and they are my favorite fit! It was almost a little too chilly for my favorite cut out booties, but I made it happen because beauty (fashion?) is pain.
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These sunnies were the sweetest surprise gift from my amazing mother in-law, and I have been absolutely obsessed with them lately! They're from American Eagle and are super affordable at $16!
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I love doing a bold lip with all black, and I thought Color Pop's "Wifey" would be perfect for this look! I rarely wear this color because it makes my teeth look an atrocious shade of yellow, but it's nice to have in your arsenal for those *fresh out of cares* days. That was today.

I hope y'all had a great Saturday! Tomorrow's my hub's birthday and I can't wait to celebrate the life that has blessed mine in so many ways! Talk to you sooooooooon!

Love,
Ashley
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Younique Loves!!!

3/16/2016

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Like the rest of the beauty lovers out there, I'd heard of Younique long ago, but until now I've never actually used their products! I knew them for their famous (or infamous) fiber lash mascara, but I'm thrilled to report they're so much more than that. Weirdly enough, I've never been a huge mascara gal, I mainly focus my love of cosmetics on my eyeshadows and brow products! This past week I've been playing with this Moonstruck collection, and am in LOVE!
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This lipstick is hands down my absolute favorite product from Younique so far. 
I am quite the lipstick hoarder but this is the first in my collection to apply like a lipstick, but wear like chapstick! It really feels like the color sinks into my lips, and the staying power is amazing because of it! This is the shade "Affluent", but I'll definitely be adding more to my collection ASAP!!
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I get a ridiculous amount of happiness from the name of this Splurge cream shadow! Dainty for sure...I love this iridescent lilac for a base or as a highlight! The formula is amazing in this, sometimes I have a hard time keeping cream eyeshadows on all day without creasing but this one has no issues there!
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I am obsessed with this palette because of all the cool tones! I feel like my other cool-toned palettes aren't really as wearable for me because the hues are very bold. This one hasn't been an issue for daytime wear, the colors are blendable but still pigmented! 
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I have the foundation and concealer in the shade "Organza" and it is a fantastic fit for my pale skin!
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The concealer is very full coverage which is a first for me but I like it very much! The foundation is super light on my skin so it doesn't feel caky or wear heavy throughout the day, so that's a great fit for me. I usually stick with Anastasia brow wiz for my brows but the Younique one is very comparable! I prefer the brow gel pictured here to any I've tried in the past, it doesn't clump in the packing and goes on very lightly but is buildable! This makes it the perfect brow gel for me.

If you have any questions about these products or anything else Younique, get in touch with Naomi at awesomemascara@gmail.com. She is the sweetest!!

If you want to shop this look you can do so at https://www.youniqueproducts.com/naomi/party/3729046/view
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So far I've been loving all of these products, but I want to know any suggestions you have for me to try out from Younique! I've heard fab things about their BB Cream, have any of you tried it?!

Let me know and thanks for reading!!

Love,
Ashley
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