Hello Gorgeous/Avery Lane Exclusive Look!

In trying to keep up with the blog more, it also seems fitting to get back to the Hello Gorgeous/Avery Lane Exclusive Look. 

And this month's look is seriously awesome, if I may say so myself! It also feeds right into my current vest addiction. Honestly, if you've been looking for a military style vest that is high quality and gorgeous, look no further. This is IT, my friends.

Plus, the watch and the purse? LOVE. The purse is the perfect color and the watch has just the right amount of quirk. 

I know you're going to love them!!

To purchase this exact vest, watch, and/or purse check out Avery Lane Boutique. 

Happy shopping! :)

Black and white plaid button-up (Similar here, here, & here)//
Military vest c/o Avery Lane Boutique (Exact here)
Yellow pencil skirt (Similar here; Love this floral version here)
Two-tone riding boots (Similar here & here)//
Skinny brown belt (Similar here & here)//
Watch c/o Avery Lane Boutique (Exact here)//
Rhinestone necklace (Love these ones here and here, & this daintier one here)//
Messenger bag c/o Avery Lane Boutique (Exact here)

Hello Gorgeous/Avery Lane Boutique Exclusive Look: Summer Weddings.

Every summer, hubs and I have at least a handful of weddings to attend.  And each time a wedding rolls around I find myself asking the same question: "What the heck should I wear?!" 
There are so many suggested 'dos' and 'don'ts' when it comes to wedding attire.  Don't wear white. Or cream. Or anything light. Don't wear red! Don't wear black, it's not a funeral.  So, part of the reason that I'm always a little flustered with what to wear is because I feel somewhat restricted on what is appropriate.  Because the last thing that you want to do is wear something that the bride finds offensive.  It is her biggest day, after all.  
So, what's a girl to do?? Wear something somewhat neutral, but with a flare!  My favorite 'wedding attire' lately has been a dress in a neutral color.  But, one that has something that *pops* and catches the eye.  This way, you're playing it safe, but you're also having fun with your look.  A perfect example of this concept is this absolutely fabulous dress (and oh so pretty jewels) from Avery Lane Boutique-- handpicked by yours truly!  The gorgeous "Midnight Memories" dress and the "Frost Me" bracelet and earrings are this month's Hello Gorgeous/Avery Lane exclusive look-- and all of the pieces can be purchased right here!      

I wore this ensemble to a friend's wedding last week and the dress and jewelry were a huge hit!  And I just have to say, the bottom of this dress is incredible and so faboosh!  This look will leave you feeling appropriate, perfectly polished, and beyond fabulous!

"Midnight Memories" dress, "Frost Me" bracelet & earrings c/o Avery Lane Boutique (Exact here)//
Silver open-toe pumps (Exact old; Love these options here, here, & here)

"Midnight Memories" dress, "Frost Me" bracelet & earrings c/o Avery Lane Boutique (Exact here)//
Silver open-toe pumps (Exact old; Love these options here, here, & here)

Introducing the Hello Gorgeous/Avery Lane Boutique Look of The Month!

One of my favorite things about being a style blogger is having the opportunity to be involved in fun and creative collaborations with some pretty marvelous boutiques.  Today, I am beyond excited to tell you about a brand new monthly collab that I'll be featuring with the fabulous Avery Lane Boutique!  The fantastic thing about this collaboration is that that you'll get to see it on the blog and take part in it!  

So, what exactly will be happening?  

Each month, I will be teaming up with Avery Lane Boutique to handpick an exclusive "Hello Gorgeous Look of The Month".  The looks may have themes, will always be budget-friendly, and they will, of course, be gorgeous!!

The best part is that the entire look will be available for purchase through shopaveylane.com!  

I hope that y'all love this collaboration as much as me-- Lord knows *this* girl is giddy!

To start off the "Hello Gorgeous/Avery Lane Boutique Look of The Month", this month's theme is a "Wear-to-Work/Wear-to-Easter-Dinner" look.  Of course, some of you may not celebrate Easter.  But, a classic blue tweed and pearls can be paired with a blazer for a chic work look and the it can also be easily transitioned into an Easter dinner/bridal shower/baby shower and other day-time celebration look.  

I promise that I'm not being biased when I tell you that the cut and material of this dress is absolutely exquisite.  And would you believe me if I told you that you could get this beautiful dress and the pearls for around $50?  Well, you can!  Right here.

Enjoy! :)

Blue for You dress and Pretty in Pearls necklace c/o Avery Lane Boutique (Exact pieces here)//
Black opaque tights (Exact here)//
Black round-toe pumps (Exact here; Similar here, here, here)//
Skinny black belt (Exact old; Similar here, here, here, here)//
Skinny black watch (Exact old; Similar here, here)

Blue for You dress and Pretty in Pearls necklace c/o Avery Lane Boutique (Exact pieces here)//
White blazer (Exact here; Similar here, here, here, here)//
Black opaque tights (Exact here)//
Black round-toe pumps (Exact here; Similar here, here, here)//
Skinny black belt (Exact old; Similar here, here, here, here)//
Skinny black watch (Exact old; Similar here, here)

Blue for You dress and Pretty in Pearls necklace c/o Avery Lane Boutique (Exact pieces here)//
White blazer (Exact here; Similar here, here, here, here)//
Black opaque tights (Exact here)//
Black round-toe pumps (Exact here; Similar here, here, here)//
Skinny black belt (Exact old; Similar here, here, here, here)//
Skinny black watch (Exact old; Similar here, here)

Avery Lane $40 Gift Card Giveaway!!

Even though I lust over all things fashion, I am sometimes very slow in picking up trends.  In fact, I usually start getting into them just as they are on their way out.  I guess part of this is because I like to make sure that I REALLY like something before I claim it as "my style".  

There is one trend, however, that I may have picked up on time: elbow patch cardigans and sweaters.  I LOVE them!  And Avery Lane Boutique has elbow patch cardis and sweaters galore!  Actually, they have tons of adorable pieces--and one lucky gal will win a $40 gift card to this fabulous boutique!  Just use the Rafflecopter app below to enter.

(Remember, the more points you complete using the app, the more times your name will be entered into the drawing.)

I just know you girls are gonna' ADORE their stuff!  

Good luck, ladies!

And thanks so much for the fantastic giveaway, Casey!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

The small print: Giveaway ends on Saturday, January 25th, and is open to U.S. residents only. Winner will be announced on Facebook and must claim prize within 48 hours. If prize is left unclaimed within this time, a new winner will be chosen.