How We Wore It: Spring Casual

I'm excited to be participating in this collaboration with some of my favorite bloggers! We are all drawing inspiration from Sasha's outfit picture on her blog Moiology. I love how feminine yet casual her look is, and I wanted to amp up the casual factor by adding a half bun & converse! 

I'm stoked that it is warming up which means more spring colors and slowly switching over to less layers and more sandals....SCORE! 

Check out how all these ladies drew inspiration from Sasha's outfit!

Brooke at Silver Lining

Deidre at Deidre Emme

Brielle at Ready or Not

Laura at Sincerely, Laura

Brooklyn at A Little Too Jolley

Jana at Life Could Be A Dream

Ashley at Absolutely Ashley

Megan at And Here's To You, Mrs. Robinson

Bonnie at The Life of Bon

Aubrey at Dreaming About Someday

Alexa at He and I

Baseball tee: American Eagle (old)

Boyfriend Jeans: Loft

360 Studs: BaubleBar

Tennies: Converse

Hearts & Glitter

This is my fancy-comfy look for Valentines! I snagged this Lauren Conrad heart sweater from Kohls a couple years ago for $13 on the sale rack. Score! It's become a new favorite to pull out around the love-filled holiday. 

These arrow studs are at Francesca's for only $12, they are too cute! I'll be wearing them year-round :)

I can't wait to see what Ryan has planned for this weekend! I'm excited for a relaxing day with my sweetheart :)

Sweater: Lauren Conrad from Kohls (old)

Skirt: Downeast Basics Home Orem, UT

Shelby heels: Shoemint

Arrow earrings (similar): Francesca's Collections

Heart bar necklace: Made by Mary With Love

Valentine's Stripes, Bows, and Polka Dots

Valentine's can be such a corny holiday, but I totally embrace it. Heart wreath? Heart pillows? Heart welcome mat? CHECK. It's so fun decorating and getting dressed up for themed holidays! I put together this Valentine's look with pieces from Francesca's, it would be the perfect look for when Ryan takes me out for a night on the town! 

This necklace is even MORE gorgeous in person! While it's not offered online, I picked it up from my local Francesca's Collections and was elated with my find. It is glitzy and festive without being over-the-top Valentines-y.

If you're here locally in Utah, you HAVE to visit my friend Nicole from Layers n' Lashes! She is not only the most adorable thing ever, but she's been doing my lash extensions lately and I'm in love with them. I appreciate the extra few minutes I get in the morning to sleep in because I wake up looking gorgeous ;)

What Valentine's Day look would be complete without some festive flowers? You all know how I love my flowers :) Stay tuned for another fun Valentine's look! 

Elyza Lace Striped Dress c/o Francesca's Collections

Necklace (similar, similar) c/o Francesca's Collections

Earrings c/o Francesca's Collections

Mayala heels c/o Shoedazzle

Sweater: Forever 21 (old)

Lash Extensions: @layers_n_lashes

Valentine's Day Ideas for your Sweetheart, GF's, and Kids

I love making fun Valentine treats and passing them out to my favorite people, so they feel loved! Since I've been living in Utah, every year I send my best friend Sam a Valentine package. The tradition started when neither of us had a boyfriend/husband, but now it's continued even though we both have a sweetheart! I enjoy showing my BFF that she is loved :) These pictures are from a blogger Galentines party I was invited to where I had a total blast! It was the perfect way to celebrate love and friendship :)

There are some fantastic gift ideas on The Good Stuff online magazine that can not only inspire you, but help you save some moolah! The Valentines Day Magazine on The Good Stuff by Coupons.com has articles such as: Date night ideas inspired by movies, VDay tote bag kid craft, recipes for heart waffles, and many more fun ideas!

There are also some great Coupons.com Valentine's Day Deals such as: 40% off on Zales Valentines gifts, 15% off at Harry & David, and 20% off of Shari's Berries for chocolate covered treats! When treating your sweetheart, GF's, and something fun for your kids; it's always smart to save where you can. I'm excited to started on this year's Valentines :)