Friday Favorites: Bell Sleeves

Thank goodness it is finally Friday (and I have no plans tomorrow)! Last weekend was super busy and I loved every minute of it, but my energy level was zapped this week. Plus I have a ton of new DVR'd shows to catch up on. This is my big Saturday plan haha :) I am really glad to have fall shows back because while the hubs is at work I have something relaxing to do at home. DVR is a lifesaver...commercials are terrible to sit through. Isn't it funny how technology has conditioned us for short attention spans and to be impatient? Growing up I remember using the commercial breaks to do little tasks, but now I spend the entire time of the show on the couch because I can fast forward through commercials.

Onto today's favorite...bell sleeves! Boy has this style been seen everywhere this fall. I'm really excited because it adds a feminine touch to an outfit. Hand washing and reaching for things may be a challenge with bell sleeves, but they're so worth it ;) Here are a few I like:

Ann Taylor

Dillard's

Loft

Lulus

Nordstrom

Enjoy your weekend! Until next post...xoxo Becca

Fall in 5 Pieces

What screams fall to you? The comfy and cozy clothing does it for me. Mother Nature, I am begging you for cooler weather! Pleeeeease?!

Last year I shared 5 Ways to Invest in Fall. This post is similar, but covers those clothing pieces that define fall for me.

Scarves

Nordstrom  |  Loft  |  Old Navy

Suede

Suede dress featured on Brighton the Day

Suede top from Magnolia Mey

 Sweaters

Express

Sweater featured on Sequins & Things

Boots & Booties

DSW

Macy's

Hats

Nordstrom

What clothing items put you in the mood for fall? Until next post...xoxo Becca

#NSale Picks

Bonus post this weekend :P Everyone is talking about the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale (or #NSale) so I wanted to jump in on the fun and show you my top picks. FYI it's hard to think about fall clothing when it's 100+ degrees outside. 

 BCBGeneration Peep Toe Bootie  |  Kendra Scott Earrings  |  Rebecca Minkoff Crossbody

 

 Bobeau Shawl Collar Cardigan  |  BLANKNYC Faux Leather Jacket  |  Caslon Open Front Blazer

 

Pleione Mixed Media Top  |  Lush Crepe Blouse  |  Caslon Zip Back Tunic Sweater

Hope you enjoyed my picks. There were a lot of expensive items that I had my eye on, but I have a hard time spending a lot of money on myself. Did you buy anything from the #NSale?

Until next post...xoxo Becca

Friday Favorites: Dainty Necklaces

TGIF! I hope you had a good week. Mine started off rocky. The hubs surprised me with flowers at the office to cheer me up :) He's so good to me!

Today I want to talk about dainty necklaces. Of course a statement necklace is awesome, but I often prefer to accent my outfit with a little necklace. Apparently I like heart necklaces which I hadn't noticed until I added the pictures below.

James Avery Heart Knot

Tiffany & Co Open Heart

Etsy

I own all three of these necklaces and all were gifts. My family knows me so well! I'm not sure if the necklace from Etsy is where mine was purchased, but it looks identical. 

Until next post...xoxo Becca

Memorial Day Weekend Recap

Who doesn't love a 3 day weekend? I am thankful to have one right before summer school starts and the students come back into town.

Saturday I relaxed with a mani/pedi, then went shopping. With so many Memorial Day sales I had to see if there were any must haves :) I came home with several items. I shop Target for a lot of the basic things in my closet. I'm often cold so I own a lot of cardigans. Not pictured are the new workout clothes from Marshalls. I hate spending a lot of money on clothes I'm going to sweat in!

Loft Sailor Pants   |   Express Striped Long Sleeve Zip Front Blouse   |   Express Original Fit Sleeveless Portofino Shirt

Target Cardigan   |   Target Favorite Vee Tee   |   Target 3/4 Sleeve Cardigan

Sunday the hubs and I went out of town to spent time with his mom and dad and enjoy the weather. Lexi chased us on 4-wheelers and encountered a few cows!

Lexi is very good about riding on the 4-wheeler when she's tired.

Lazy! Laying down to drink water hahaha

Today we went grocery shopping, cleaned the apartment, and had a steak and baked potato dinner made by the hubs.

What did you do for Memorial Day weekend? Comment below! Remember to come back Friday for an announcement. Until next post...xoxo Becca

Favorite Pin Friday | Volume 50

Happy Friday! I have been loving light colors and outfits made of all neutrals. The first day of summer is 1 month away. Get inspired! This post is picture overload, but I loved all these.

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And these handbags...

Tory Burch   |   Zac Zac Posen

Until next post...xoxo Becca

Favorite Pin Friday | Volume 42

Back again for another edition of Favorite Pin Friday!!! Woohooooo it's Friday! The hubs and I attend an alumni event last night and had a really great time. It's always nice to talk to people who appreciate your alma mater like you do.

Sticking with the spring/summer weather trend (do you see more floral below? I can't get enough of it), get ready to bare those shoulders ladies. Keep scrolling for some cute shoulder baring outfits and as a bonus, arm exercises (which I need to get working on pronto). I've said it before, I get a lot of exercise ideas from Pinterest.

Gap | Lulu's | Loft

Francesca's | Revolve | Nordstrom | Adrianna Papell

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Until next post...xoxo Becca

Roses are Red, Violets are Blue, Flowers are Sweet...

Roses are Red, Violets are Blue, Flowers are Sweet...and my hubby is too. He is such a handy man. This weekend we scheduled (yes, scheduled) to be home. We've been going non-stop the last few months and needed a break. By break I mean I stayed home and cleaned. His "break" is watching movies, playing video games, and appeasing my need to have a robe hook and hand towel ring in the bathroom. Ahhhh apartment living :) That wraps up the weekend recap haha

The weather still has me excited about shopping for the new season. Floral is catching my eye this year, which is rather strange because I have never (repeat never) been a floral person.

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Lulu's

Banana Republic Pants, Pencil Skirt, Blouse, Pleated Skirt

Until next post...xoxo Becca

Favorite Pin Friday | Volume 40

1 year ago last Friday I made my very first post here at Lexi & Lady. I JUMPED outside my comfort zone and decided to share anything that inspired me and every day life. Happy 1 year (+ 1 week) blogiversary! Thanks for hanging in there with me as I share random stuff :)

Today's Favorite Pin Friday focuses on that season right around the corner...spring! While I do love fall/winter clothes (all those cozy sweaters, boots, and scarves), I like the lighter fabrics and colors. Here are a few pins that came up on the Pinterest recently. With temperatures here already reaching high 70s I'm ready to bust out some skirts and pastels heehee

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What are you most excited about this spring? I hope everyone has a good Valentine's weekend. Until next post...xoxo Becca

Loving Lately: Fitness, Fashion, and Beauty

I go through phases where I find products or trends I'm loving. Here are a few I'm embracing lately.

Fitness

Under Armour Studio Rave Racer Back

FitBit One

Fashion

Shirts with interest | Loft

Classy and sexy dresses | Bebe

Slim fitting ankle pants | Express

Beauty

beautyblender | Sephora

Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Foundation | Sephora

Urban Decay Gwen Stefani Eyeshadow Palette | Sephora

What are you loving lately? Until next post...xoxo Becca