Cozy on up...and get 10% off!!

Happy Wednesday babes!

I've teamed up with the cutest boutique ever and ALL of you
 can take 10% off your order with my code "Monica10" (valid for 30 days)!!!

Hope's has so many cute items but one thing I just HAD to have was this plum laced up sweater.
I ended up getting the size medium because I wanted it to be more of an oversized fit,
and I knew I wanted to wear it off the shoulder!
This sweater comes in 3 different colors, and their items sell QUICK so don't wait too long to order.

Sweater {take 10% off with code Monica10} // Jeans, cute option, cute option  // Shoes

So a "cold front" came in this week and it's FINALLY below 90 degrees in Houston!!
*Shout out to Jesus*
Kyle and I took the pup for a walk late last night and it felt so dang nice.

Can't wait to bust out the rest of my sweaters and favorite cozy pieces,
Fall is my F A V O R I T E.
We're still kind of at that awkward stage in Houston where it's cold in the mornings and at night,
but you'll sweat your butt off if you try wearing a sweater in the middle of the day...

But hey i'm not complaining, Cooler weather is right around the corner!
{I hope}

Happy Hump Day!
(PS I've worked out every day this week, y'all would be so proud)

Trendy Maternity Clothing!

Okay guys, I totally truly 100% thought I would be that girl that kind of just 

MADE her pre pregnancy clothes work for her.

I did not see myself purchasing or wanting legitimate maternity clothes like whatsoever...

Well, as most of you are aware my bump showed up pretty quickly!

And honestly, trying to get my regular clothes on every day has been a complete pain in my ass.

And I mean that literally and figuratively. 

I did an Instagram post not too long ago asking everyone where they buy

cute maternity clothes and I got SO many responses and I'm so thankful for everyone that commented!

(If y'all want me to do a full post of all of my favorite maternity clothing shops so far let me know) 

I am officially a lover all things maternity, all things stretchy, and all things comfort related.

(and fabulous of course) 

So far in my pregnancy I've leaned more towards tighter fitting clothing.

I find it personally flatters my new figure more and shows that I'm not a huge wide load,

and I'm just rocking a baby bump. 

HOWEVER, I ran across this adorable little maternity top and I knew I had to have it. 

I am a HUGE fan of peplum and baby doll style tops, like #1 fan right here.

But I wasn't sure how peplum would work with my baby bump.

Top / Shorts (black pair) / Booties 

Well, to my surprise it was freaking adorable,

I added a direct link to this top for y'all under the photos!

Even though it's October, it's still in the 90's here in Houston. 

I am beyond ready for the temperatures to start dropping.
Apparently there's a cold front coming through next week,
so hopefully i'll be able to style a cute sweater/Fall look for y'all!!

Happy Tuesday everyone!

Embroider[me] please

So I don't know about you, but I cannot get enough embroidery lately!!!

| Top / Jeans / Sandals (similar) |

Tops, jeans, skirts...just take all my money and embroider it ALL.

I am all about this trend, and I do not want it to end.

I scored this beautiful top at Zara for under $40,

and you'll definitely be seeing me in it multiple times this Summer.

I've got some cute little embroidery items coming into my shop soon,

so be sure you're on the look out or following my shop on insta!

Just click here to follow. 

I rocked this little number a few weekends ago when we had a family day,

and were showing my fam our new house and around the neighborhood.

Is it just me or do weekends keep going by faster and faster?
I could've sworn it was Saturday like 10 minutes ago.

I've got some SUPER cute new arrivals going up on my website today!
If you're in need of a one shoulder ruffle top,
or the cutest romper ever...
GO NOW 
{new arrivals will go up around noon today}

Fredericksburg Weekend Recap

Happy Friday!

This past weekend I got to celebrate my amazing sister in law, Michelle.
I got to spend the weekend with such an incredible group of girls
and we had SO much fun drinking wine and telling stories and just laughing our butts off.

We arrived in canyon lake Friday night and had a relaxing night in,

I got the chance to meet a lot of Michelles' close friends for the first time.

They are all SO sweet, 

we spent Friday night drinking margs and catching up/getting to know each other.

Saturday was spent frolicking around the Hill Country drinking lots and lots of wine.

I wore this adorable romper with these Steve Madden wedges that i've literally been 

eyeing for what seems like FOREVER now. 

SO glad I caved and purchased them.

Romper: ShopAtImage | Wedges: Steve Madden via DSW

I don't think the weather could've been any better the entire weekend,
[Shout out to Jesus]
After the wineries we headed back to the house to relax before our dinner reservations.

The weekend went by WAY too fast, as it always does.
But of course i'm happy to be back home.
Hope all of you had an easy breezy week and enjoy your weekend!

Season of Celebrating

Hello Lovers!

| Dress |

I've noticed I tend to do this thing, where I blog for a week, 

and then you don't hear from me for like two months...

SORRY BOUT THAT Y'ALL.

There has been SO much going on.

Kyle and I are moving into our new home next week!

We couldn't be more excited.

SO many of my friends are getting engaged and married and it seems like

we have some sort of shower or party every single weekend,

which is definitely not a bad thing!

We're going through a season of celebrating and I aint mad about it. 

Kyles stepsister Taryn got married a couple weeks ago and it was so gorgeous.

The reception was at Moffit Oaks and it was basically every girls pinterest dream wedding.

The mother of the bride actually planned a flash mob for the reception and

it was a HUGE hit and seriously so cool.

This weekend I'll be heading to the Hill Country for my sister in laws bachelorette weekend.

Her wedding is at the end of this month and it's going to be so freaking perfect.

I'm still adjusting to life back at home.

Missing my salon friends SO much,

and missing that face to face interaction with my customers.

So there's a little update for you all!

Happy Monday friends, hope this week treats you well!

Laced lbd

Dress: Tobi | Sandals: ShopMCE | Bag: KateSpade

As mentioned on Instagram, this dress is THE perfect combination of cute and comfy!

I am a huge fan of dresses that I can wear and eat a cheeseburger [or two] in, and still feel fabulous.

I am so in love with the lace details on this dress, it adds that perfect amount of flare to this LBD.

Score this dress and tons of other adorable stuff over at www.tobi.com

The bag I'm carrying is vintage Kate Spade, I got it years ago, and honestly forgot I had it.

How cute is it though? As soon as I saw it lying in my closet, I knew I had to carry it with this look!

Ohhhhhh these sandals, these sandals are from ShopMCE.com and they are undeniably adorable. 

However I won't lie, they do rub your heel on the back, BUT that can be easily fixed.

They also run a little bigger, so if you're going to order yourself some, order at least 1/2 size down!

I wore this little number to my beautiful sister in laws bridal shower this past weekend.

It was a couples shower and I had the pleasure of being one of the hostesses!

Kyle's aunt decorated the place and holy guacamole it was STUNNING!

I've got a busy next few weeks ahead of me!

Doing my stores closeout sale this weekend, then have a bachelorette party next weekend.

Hope everyone is having a w o n d e r f u l week so far! 

Have no fear, Spring is near

Top: Tobi | Jeans: Amuse Society | Shoes: Nordstrom (similar) | Clutch: Kate Spade

First things first, how ADORABLE is this top?!

I fell in love as soon as I laid eyes on it,

I'll definitely be wearing it on repeat all Spring/Summer long!

Oh and guess what? It's only $27 right now and comes in olive as well. 

Get your butt on over to their website y'all > www.tobi.com

In other news, we celebrated my sweet husbands birthday this weekend. 

He turned the big 2-8, and I seriously think he gets better looking every day...

His nana cooked us all a delicious meal and then we went to a little bar in 

North Texas to continue the celebration!

He has been working his butt off lately, and I am seriously SO thankful he's mine.

We've been house hunting like crazy and have already put 4 offers in on houses,

but it just hasn't worked out yet. Which is fine, because I know God has a perfect plan for us.

But sheesh we are just SO ready to be settled in somewhere. 

Just working on being patient and knowing it will happen when it's meant too!

We're heading to the rodeo tonight with some friends to see Sam Hunt,

So I'll be back here tomorrow with a full report on how the concert was, 

what outfit I wore, 

and how many corn dogs I ate!

Stay tuned lovers, 

Blue Jean Baby

Top: CottonOn [similar] | Jacket: Target [similar] | Leggings: ShopMCE | Boots: LuLus | Necklace: Hemline

It seems like Kyle and I have been nonstop lately.
Wedding season is in full force!

Thankfully this weekend we won't be traveling and will get to spend lots of time with family!
I'm a little in shock that Thanksgiving is THIS week, like...WHUT? how did that happen?
It will still be a super busy one for us though!

I'm currently going through this phase where I want to change everything in our home.
I'm all about neutrals -- whites and grays and then random accent colors.
So don't be surprised if you start seeing a whole lot of before & afters on here..
Kyle just painted our red TV stand/chest white this past weekend,
it was gorgeous, but just didn't quite fit the look I was going for.
We can't be changing too much though because, God willing, we'll be moving soon.
I'm SO ready to be in a new place, closer to work!
Prayers that we'll find something soon are much appreciated --
we've only been looking for forever - __ -

But anyways,
Hope all of you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!

The long drive home

Top: LuLus | Jacket: Pacsun [similar] | Leggings: ShopMCE | Booties: LuLus 

Last night we all celebrated Kyle's cousin and one of my best friends birthdays!

It was awesome because it was a surprise dinner and she was totally 100% surprised, 

which rarely happens with this family!

We went to the Republican Grille in the Woodlands,

and of course, everything was absolutely delicious. 

We ended up heading home pretty late for a week night and were both trying HARD to stay awake.

You know how you always see those things on facebook, 

"ask your husband or kids these questions and share and re post and blah blah!"

I never do those, because nobody probably cares. 

BUT, we had a long drive, and I was interested to see Kyle's answers..

So here we go! 

(Ladies, without prompting, ask your husband, boyfriend, or kids these questions and write down exactly what they say. The outcome can be hilarious)

Kyle's Responses:

What makes me happy? 

"Besides me? Food."

What makes me sad?

"Seeing animals get hurt" 

How tall am I?

"5'5"

What's my favorite thing to do?

"Cuddle Charley"

What do I do when you're not around?

"Who the (bleep) knows...NOT clean." ----RUDE

If I become famous what will it be for?

"Ummm...singing...*busts out in hysterical laughter*"

What makes you proud of me?

"Well shit a lot! Being your own boss."

What is your favorite food?

"How much time do I have??"

What is my favorite restaurant?

"Bluefish"

Where is my favorite place to visit?

"Mexico...or the hill Country?"

If I could go anywhere, where would it be?

"Bora Bora!...I was gonna say Greece but..Where would you rather go??"

Do you think you could live without me?

"Absolutely not"

How do I annoy you?

"Oh geez...I plead the 5th"

What is my favorite movie?

"I don't know"

Who is my celebrity crush?

"Eric Decker"

You get a phone call that I'm in trouble, who am I with?

"Krissa.... " (LOL)

Happy Hump Day, 

let me know if you ask your husband/boyfriend these questions!

Slip Dresses and Wedding Bells

First off, apologies for the blurry pics.

I've been having some issues with my camera the last few days :(

Dress: LuLus | Shoes: LuLus | Necklace: Kate Spade | Ear Rings: Pree Brulee

I can't tell y'all how excited I am that "slip dresses" are in.

They're comfy, beautiful and effortless and I am so in love with this trend right now.

I wore this little number to one of my best friends weddings this past Friday.

Everything about the wedding was stunning, Mary Beth looked absolutely breathtaking 

and I couldn't be happier for her and Mike! 

Unfortunately I didn't get a picture with the bride [major regrets] but I did get to 

dance the night away with her and help her celebrate her new role as "wife".

Hope y'alls Monday is a good one!