How cute is this blush pink trapeze dress?! From the soft feminine color to the lace inset details to the trapeze style...I adore everything about this dress. Not to mention, the fact that it is currently on sale for under $40 makes me adore this dress even more. What a steal, right?!
Take this dress up a notch by pairing it with a fun pair of heels for an evening out or special event look. I chose to pair it with wedge sandals for a daytime look but it can be worn for a variety of occasions.
Hope you all had a wonderful weekend and are looking forward to the 4th tomorrow. As always, thanks so much for stopping by!
Pineapples and pom poms...the perfect little combo for this adorable kimono! I love the bold red backdrop for this cute pineapple print and the fun colorful pom poms add such a festive touch too! You can also wear this kimono over your swimsuit if would like!
Of course I had to pair it with my favorite picnic basket bag and these adorable pineapple earrings. Guessing I just have a thing for pineapples right now but can you blame me?!
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This little blush lace-up midi dress is such a statement maker. From the lace-up neckline to the somewhat sheer lower panel, this dress is unique in so many ways. I love that this dress is so feminine yet a bit flirty too. It's the perfect mix of conservative and sexy.
I've paired this dress with these stunning rose gold metallic heels and some simple accessories. When wearing a dress this pretty, there is no need to wear too many accessories as it may take away from the dress.
For a size reference, I'm wearing a size small but keep in mind this material does not stretch. This beauty is also on sale right now and sizes are limited!
Hope you all had a wonderful weekend and I wish you a great week ahead. As always, thanks so much for stopping by!
Memorial Day is right around the corner and holiday plans are underway. To me, Memorial Day marks the beginning of summer and the beginning of cookout season!
But let's not forget why those of us in the US celebrate Memorial Day...it is a time to reflect on and pay respect to all of the men and women who lost their life serving our country. "I'm proud to be an American where at least I know I'm free. And I won't forget the men who died, that gave that right to me." I get teary eyed every time I hear or sing this song. #allthewarmfuzzyfeelings
So let's talk a bit about this casual Memorial Day look. I'm all for wearing red, white, and blue (well in this case pale dusty blue and white) and showing my patriotism. Memorial Day is the perfect opportunity to wear this color combo. With today's look, you could easily add a pop of red (think cute sandal (love THESE & THESE), red statement earrings (how cute are THESE), a slim bandana scarf (like THIS ONE), etc). Or you just wear it as is because in my opinion it is still very patriotic and it is the perfect look for those casual cookouts, parties, etc that you may be going to.
I just adore this gorgeous off the shoulder top! The lace detail is just stunning and the material is so silky and light. And I struggled with finding a pair of white denim that I loved this year until I stumbled upon these. I love the fit and to be honest, the thickness too...they smooth things out and you can't see through them. And let's talk about the frayed hemline...how cute, right?!
Do you have any Memorial Day plans yet?
As always, thanks for stopping by...have a wonderful weekend ahead!
p.s you may shop this look by clicking on any of the images below!
It's been a while since I graduated college (GO TIGERS...Clemson that is!) but I specifically remember graduating and being so uncertain about what my future may hold. Going into college, I was so certain I knew what I wanted to do but as time passed, I became less and less confident.
I didn't have a job lined up right after graduation so I spent my summer working at a country club driving the beverage cart around serving golfers and working evening banquet events. I did this while I job searched and interviewed for jobs. I searched and searched and searched for "that perfect job". Job offers came and went but I didn't accept my first job until many months after graduating when I started as a Store Analyst for the Cato Corporation, which is a women's apparel corporation based out of Charlotte, NC.
My first job came about because my Sister worked for the same company and she put in a referral for me. Lucky for me...my Sister's connections helped me get my foot in the door. Had I known then the importance of networking, I would have done more of that much sooner!
So today...I'm sharing some personal career advice to those who are graduating or to those who may need a little pep talk in their current career. Vera Bradley and I teamed up for today's post...they asked and I answered! Hope you enjoy reading and thank you for allowing me to offer some advice, tips, and guidance on the must have Vera Bradley pieces that every career woman should have!
By the way...if you are looking for the perfect graduation gift...the pieces styled here today are such great options for any gal starting her career!
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Do you have any great tips or advice to share?!
As always, thanks so much for stopping by...hope you have a great day!
CAREER ADVICE Q&A WITH VERA BRADLEY
Tell us a little about yourself! “I’m Brooke Webb, the Editor and Creator of a top Nashville-based style, beauty and lifestyle blog, KBStyled! I live just south of Nashville, in Franklin, TN, with my husband, Peter, and our two children, Reins and Addison. Of course, I must mention our fur babies, too — Cali and Carolina. I grew up right outside of Charlotte, NC and graduated from Clemson University. For much of my career, I have worked for a Fortune 500 company as a Vice President, Corporate Recruiter, within Human Resources. A little over two years ago, I launched KBStyled as a platform to inspire other women and to encourage them to find their own personal style. Since then, KBStyled has become a destination for women of all ages to come for style inspiration, as well as fitness, beauty and lifestyle tips!”
What do you look for when selecting a bag for work?
“My ultimate work bag is a tote bag like the Ella Tote. My work bag must be a carryall that is large enough to carry my laptop and to-do list among all of my other workday necessities! It needs to be practical and functional with interior pockets, but most importantly, I must be able to carry it comfortably over my shoulder!”
What surprised you the most about working full-time after graduating?
“I found the long workdays and how tired I was at the end of each day the most surprising. It was quite the adjustment to go from maintaining a class, study and social schedule to managing a work schedule. I could no longer take naps in the middle of my day!”
What do you wish you had known when you were applying for your first job?
“I wish I had known that networking plays such an important role in landing a great first job post-graduation. I thought I could do it all on my own and didn’t take the advice of some who encouraged me to network more. I job searched for a while before accepting an offer post-graduation — and the offer I ended up accepting came about through networking with an employee of the company that I was hired by.”
What tips would you give those still job hunting?
“Take your time, don’t settle and get on LinkedIn! It is tempting to rush and make a quick decision so you have a job lined up post-graduation, but there is nothing wrong with working part-time while you job hunt and interview for the right opportunity. Also, network, network, network! Consider joining a young professionals group in the city where you live and utilize social media to your advantage — you should absolutely have a LinkedIn account!”
What advice would you give to recent graduates about to enter their careers?
“Work hard, always be on time and remain confident in your abilities!”
What is the most unusual thing you keep in your everyday bag?
“Baby wipes! Although our children are seven and five and we are well out of the diaper phase, I still carry baby wipes in my Mallory Satchel because I use them to wipe nearly everything down. They are perfect for gentle makeup touch-ups throughout the workday as well!”
Lastly, what would you say is your key to success?
“I’d say my key to success is maintaining a work-life balance. I’m able to compartmentalize my day — when I work, I’m dialed in with work and when I’m with my family, they’re my focus. If you don’t balance the many aspects of your life, one area will suffer more than another.”
I absolutely love the color red and this lovely red eyelet off the shoulder dress is a current favorite that will carry me right from spring to summer. The shift style is figure flattering (and comfortable too) and the eyelet detail is so visually beautiful. Of course the fact that it is off the shoulder is an added bonus! With a few simple adjustments, this dress can easily be dressed up for a night out as well.
I've styled this dress with my favorite new floral wedges and my go-to everyday neutral handbag! I love the floral embroidered detail of these wedges...all of the fun colors leads to such a versatile shoe that can be worn with so many things.
Stay tuned for some upcoming posts sharing more about my time at the rewardStyle conference!
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It's bright, it's pink, and it's PERFECT for spring/summer. There is so much to love about this bubblegum colored Gianni Bini boyfriend cardigan. It honestly just makes me happy when I wear it. Light sweaters are not only perfect for those spring months but they are also perfect to have for those cooler summer nights as well. Throw it on over your favorite dress or romper! Not to mention, light open cardigan sweaters are a travel necessity. I don't know about you all but I always have to carry a light sweater with me on a plane so I can stay warm...I've never understood why planes are always freezing! I will be wearing and traveling with this cardi all spring and summer long.
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