1 Dress - 3 ways

I've always been a dress girl, not only for the ease of dressing but also being able to change up the look in so many ways.  I had fun styling this Target dress 3 ways, all great for the summer activities that we had going on.  The dress is such a great print that I think will transition well into the fall as well.

The first look was perfect for a dinner with friends where we dined outside on a beautiful summer evening.  I tossed over one of my favorite striped skirts and of course my bright yellow pumps always have to come out during the summer.  The middle look I wore to go to the Farmer's Market to do some shopping for fresh fruits and veggies, one of my top favorite things to do in the summer!  And the last outfit was perfect for a dinner out at a restaurant and the blazer kept me nice and warm from the air conditioning (which I have to say is a rarity in Seattle, you'll find more restaurants without AC then the ones that do!).

Look 1: Target Dress | Boden Skirt | Louboutin Pumps
Look 2: Target Dress | Madewell Blouse | Prada Wedges
Look 3: Target Dress | J Crew Blazer | Miu Miu Sandals

An instagram pic of some of the fresh blackberries that we picked up that day!  I actually wore these strappy sandals to shop at the farmer's market and then changed to wedges later in the day (which is where I took the photo above) but love that you can change the look of the dress simply by changing the shoes too!

I love this look the best as I love giving my dresses a new life and you really can tell what a little change in hemline does as I hiked up the dress to match the hemline of the skirt and with my short legs, I need it to hit above the knee rather that on the knee.

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Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Target via Glam Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Target.

Lookbook: Crop top

What I'm Wearing
Blazer: Zara (from a few years ago)
Top: Target - also comes in an overall floral print
Skirt: Target (it's only $8 now!) - the floral version is also super cute and on sale.
Shoes: Louboutin
Necklace: t+j Designs
Bag: YSL (mine is the old version before they became Saint Laurent so it looks slightly different to the one that's out now.) 

I love crop tops on others but didn't think that I could pull off the look.  I decided to try one out when I spotted this cute one at Target.  I'm glad I did as I discovered that my short waist actually helps out in this department!  I never intended to show off my mid-section anyway and since the top actually covers most of my waist, all I needed to do was to pull up my skirt a bit higher and it pulled together a cute outfit!  Sometimes I think I'll never try out a trend but I'm glad that I tried this on as I think it really works and will be pairing it with shorts and other skirts!  You may have seen my photo on instagram of a few that I tried on while I was out shopping.

shorts | skirt

Find your style @targetstyle. 

Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Target via Glam Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Target.

Lookbook: Minimalist

If you know me, you know I'm a fan of patterns. Polka dots, stripes, florals, I got them all in my closet and I rarely go a day without wearing at least one patterned item.  However for this day, I decided to go for a bit of a minimalistic look and even went with no color.  Sometimes it's good to step out of what you are used to doing as it made me rethink my wardrobe and what I can start pairing certain pieces with.  I actually love this minimilastic look and will be trying it out again!  Of course it wouldn't be me without a little pattern so added in the clutch but I think it helped complete the look!

What I'm Wearing

Target Sweater - Soft, warm and perfect for layering. Love this sweater and wish it came in different colors! 

Target Tank Top (layered underneath) - I stock up on these tanks whenever I go to Target.  They are the best and now on sale for $5!

Target Leggings - I've mentioned these leggings so many times but that's how much I love them.  I wear them every chance I get!

Chanel Pumps - Classic pumps are, in my opinion, always worth the investment. 

ASOS Clutch -

t+j Designs Necklace - Our newest collection including this necklace is launching tomorrow!  So excited to launch some new designs and share our spring collections!  Make sure to follow us on instagram for more previews and behind the scenes shots.

Find your style @targetstyle. 

Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Target via Glam Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Target.

Lookbook: Style Steal

I've been finding so much cute stuff at Target lately and even though most of the time I go in there needing to buy something for my daughter, I end up with a bunch of clothes in my cart.  Recently I went in just as the Peter Pilotto for Target line came out and I loved the prints so picked out a few things to try on.  This top was a must buy for me as soon as I tried it on.  The quality is nice and soft and the fit is a bit relaxed but I like that it's not too form fitting.  It's a great top to dress up or down.  I have been looking for a fit and flare skirt for awhile and on the same shopping trip I came across this adorable skirt.  It fits great and looks a lot more expensive than it was ($23!).

Peter Pilotto for Target Top

Mossimo Ponte Fit & Flare Skirt

(sizing - I'm wearing XS in both pieces)

I'm all about dressing with high and low brands and I think Target is a great place to find these kinds of "steals".  I often pair my style steals with my higher end accessories and love that I don't have to spend a lot to make my outfits.

Find your style @targetstyle. 

Disclosure: Compensation was provided by Target via Glam Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of Target.

{Home} Holiday Decor + Entertaining With Target

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It's funny how as you get older, your attention shifts more and more towards home decor over the holidays. Call it a rite of passage, but I'm constantly finding myself gravitating towards cute decorations and entertaining necessities more than anything else this time of year. From gilded cocktail accessories and pops of plaid, to festive mugs and ornaments, I'm in it deep. So here's a look at some of the goodies I'm lusting over from Target — and believe me, it's a long list! I've already made those adorable fox wine accessories mine, but there's still eight glorious items to go... You know, in case Santa reads my blog or something.

Martini Shaker | Fox Wine Accessories | Plaid Tree Skirt | Stag Head | Serving Tray | Beer Mugs | Bar Cart | Ornaments | Coffee Press

 
This post was sponsored by Target Canada. All opinions shared are my own.

{Style} Phillip Lim x Target...

Striped top- Saint James | animal print skirt- Phillip Lim for Target | pumps- Zara (old; similar style here) | necklace c/o Olive + Piper | bag- Phillip Lim for Target | ring- House of Harlow (similar)
 


Just to give you a glimpse into my life, a random lady came up to me while I was taking these photos, leaned in nice and close, and whispered: "You should stand up straight, you know." I'm sorry, but are hunchbacks not in this season? I guess I didn't get the memo. Maybe I should have fibbed and told her that I have scoliosis just to make things nice and awkward — that would have shown her. Stupid retrospect.

Well at least I have this spotted Phillip Lim for Target skirt to keep me (and my hunch) warm at night, right? Sigh.

{Style} Layers + Lims...

Houndstooth sweater- Zara | pleated skirt- vintage | bag- Phillip Lim for Target | booties via Ordinary People | necklace- Zara | bracelets c/o Forever 21 | watch + ring- Michael Kors

 

Six friends, three Target locations and one pumpkin spice latte — that's all it took to score my entire Phillip Lim wishlist, ladies and gents. If I'm not mistaken, I think that's what they call a winning strategy... Either that, or a stage five, point-of-no-return, OCD-fuelled shopping addiction. I prefer the former.

Soooo, did you guys have a little fun of your own on (*ahem*) Phillip Lim Day as well? Fill me in on what you got! xx

{Feature} Beauty in Destruction...

Sometimes the most unexpected backdrops turn out to be the best, as was the case with this construction site that my friend Jerry coaxed me onto. Despite the nagging feeling that I was doing something wrong the entire time (B&E, anyone?), it was actually one of the funnest shoots I've ever done — Rain, lightning, jagged edges and all. xx

Dress- Forever 21 (old; last seen here) | necklace- gifted | sandals- Target | ring- Saint Laurent  
Photos by Jerry Aulenbach

{Style} Landscapes...

 

Sometimes a deal is just too good to pass up, like this — wait for it — $7 (!!!) dress from H&M. That's right my friends, 7 big ones... I'll just give you a minute to let that sink in. 

Now it might not look as good on me as it does on Beyonce (her giant posters pretty much taunted me during checkout), but I don't mind — Like I said before, a deal's a deal. Good thing I'm a sucker for a landscape print, huh? 

In other news, if you're fretting over Google Reader going kaput, don't despair — you can still get the latest by following AiF over on Bloglovin... Thanks for all the support, encouragement and general awesomeness over the years — You guys are the bestest! xx

Outfit details: dress- H&M; clutch- Target; neon pumps- Two Lips; necklace- Forever 21; bracelet- Rachel Rachel Roy

{Details} Embellished...

Well it's my last day in Victoria (sniff sniff), and as you read this, Meows, Mr. AiF and I are probably en route to Vancouver for the last couple days of our vacay... If you follow me on Instagram you're probably sick of Victoria pics by now (sorry!), but I can't help it — It's just so flipping good to be home! I miss you already, you beautiful city, you...

In other news, it turns out that my new hologram clutch is the best purchase I've made a long time... If you thought you were sick of the Victoria-related Instas (again, sorry), just wait — Consider yourselves forewarned. xx 


Outfit details: embroidered top- Zara; striped skirt- Target; hologram bag- Melie Bianco; necklaces- Urban Outfitters + Forever 21; bracelets- Forever 21; ring + watch- Michael Kors

{Style} Easy Rider...

As temperatures rise, I'm all about laid-back separates... The only trouble is when you find yourself wearing white, which inevitably leads to a day spent agonizing over if that skirt that looked so good in the bedroom mirror that morning is in fact see-through under in the blazing sun. Turns out it wasn't, but just try and tell that to the neurotic voice in my head... Hashtag spazz. xx

Outfit details: denim vest- Forever 21 (old; similar here); tshirt- Club Monaco; pleated skirt- thrifted; clutch- Target; pumps- DIY; necklace + bracelets- Forever 21; ring- House of Harlow; watch- Michael Kors; nail polish- Essie's Turquoise and Caicos

{Style} Flower Bomb...

Outfit details: floral blazer- H&M (old but similar here); blouse- Target; skinnies- Joe Fresh; sandals- ShoeMint; clutch- vintage Saint Laurent; necklace- Forever 21; bracelets- Joe Fresh + Forever 21; watch + ring- Michael Kors