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Floral Cold Shoulder Top + Spring Must Have Bag

Lady in Violet, a Houston fashion blogger styles spring outfit idea featuring floral cold shouder top with distressed jeans.

Houston fashion blogger wears a pink floral cold shoulder top with an Elaine Turner purse.

Houston fashion blogger lady in violet wears distressed jeans with heels for spring outfit inspiration.

Lady in Violet, a houston based fashion blogger styles a spring weekend casual outfit idea including floral blouse and distressed jeans.

Houston fashion blogger wears a neutral crossbody bag and shares spring trends.

Lady in Violet of Houston wears the Baublebar Sugarfix earrings with a spring outfit.

Houston based blogger, Lady in Violet styles a casual weekend outfit including distressed jeans and a floral blouse.

Lady in Violet shares spring outfit inspiration featuring a floral off the shoulder top with distress jeans and a spring must have bag.

Lady in Violet, a houston based fashion blogger wears a cute floral cold shoulder top for spring.

Lady in Violet, a Houston based style blogger wears a spring casual outfit idea including distressed jeans, a pink floral top, and nude sandals.

| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Floral Cold Shoulder Top  |  Distressed Jeans  |  Nude Sandals  |  c/o Elaine Turner Sonata Bag  |  c/o Crystal Stud Earrings |  Bangle Set (similar one and similar two)  | Rayban Aviators  |  Nails: Essie Blanc  |  Lips: MAC Faux

We made it to Friday friends!!  I am ready for a super relaxing weekend filled with Whole30 meal prep and reading my latest book, Big Little Lies. I read another book by the author a couple years ago, The Husband’s Secret, and finished in like 2 days it was so good.  I have been waiting for this weekend to start reading, so that I could really get into it without distraction.

I ordered this top not 100% sure how I felt about the print online. I figured in person it was either going to look a little cheap or be gorgeous.  Ya’ll when it came in the mail, I was so happy to see it was the gorgeous option.  It has the prettiest romantic spring feel from the print to the color choices.  I love this halter/cold shoulder design, because I think it can be flattering on an array of body types.  I can picture it paired with white jeans or even a pair of white jeans shorts during the summer.  You can also swap out my sandals for wedges to make the look more casual.

Another item giving me all the spring and summer feels is this beautiful bag.  I really wanted a neutral bag to work with all the fun colors and prints of the season, but something with a little spark for days when I wear neutrals or all black.  You know when you are looking for something, but can’t put a good enough description on it to tell someone.  You’re just going to know it when you see it, that is this bag for me.

The bag is by Elaine Turner who is one of my favorite clutch designers, and she totally upped her clutch game by making the perfect clutch/crossbody hybrid with this bag.  I tuck the strap into the back pocket of the purse when I want the clutch look for a party or happy hour.  When I need my hands to hold champagne, play on my phone, or do a little shopping,  the strap comes quickly back out.  I also have to give props that the strap really fits in with the design of the bag and wasn’t just some quick add on.  It’s like you have two bags and both are equally fabulous.

Alright I will stop gushing over my new bag, I really am quite obsessed with it though.   Don’t forget the times changes this weekend.  I’m never a fan of losing an hour in a day, but I will gladly take it for the longer daylight hours that follow!!!  Ya’ll have a really good weekend, and I will have more spring must haves for your next week.  See you then!

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Cold Shoulder Bows Tee

Lady in Violet, a Houston based fashion blogger wears a spring outfit including a cold shoulder tee with white jeans.

Lady in Violet, a Houston fashion blogger wears a cold shoulder bow tee and white jeans.

Houston fashion blogger wears gray tee with white jeans and gray mules for spring fashion outfit.

Lady in Violet styles a spring casual outfit including a gray cold shoulder tee, white skinny jeans, and gray suede heels.

Lady in Violet, a Houston based fashion blogger, carries a black reversible tote bag under $50.

Karen Rock, a Houston fashion blogger wears a spring weekend outfit idea including gray bow shoulder tee, white jeans, and gray heels.

Lady in Violet, a Houston based fashion blogger, wears a gray cold shoulder tee with bows.

Karen Rock a Houston fashion blogger wears the perfect pair of white skinny jeans with gray suede mules.

Houston fashion blogger, Lady in Violet, wears a spring outfit idea including a gray cold shoulder tee, white jeans, and gray heels.

| OUTFIT DETAILS |
Cold Shoulder Bows Tee  |  White Skinny Jeans *on sale with code GOBIG17 |  Gray Suede Mules  |  Reversible Tote Bag  |  Kendra Scott Earrings  |  Long Pendant Necklace  |  Cuff Bracelet  |  Silver Bangle  |  Mirrored Aviators *on sale with code GOBIG17  |  Nails: Essie Blanc  |  Lips:  Mac Faux

Happy Friday!! I am so excited for this weekend, because I am heading back to my college town with some of my gal pals.  My college sorority ZTA is celebrating 40 years at Stephen F. Austin with a huge alum gathering.  I am so excited to see old friends,  reminisce about the good old days, and visit the sorority house I called home for half of my college years.  I haven’t been back in forever, so I can’t wait to get there!

But before I start packing 2-3 bags for a weekend stay 😉 just kidding (maybe), let’s talk about the cutest tee ever.  I have been looking to add a few casual tees to my wardrobe.  Something for those days when I just want to be super comfy, still super cute, and not in a dress.  I love pretty much everything with a cold shoulder, but the bows on this one sold it for me. Okay and the $25 price tag.  I love that the bows make it fun and different and amp up this outfit a little bit.  I had to pair this ensemble with some gray heels, but I think this outfit would be cute with black sandals too.

Okay ya’ll have a great weekend. I am going to start packing, and we will meet back here Monday where I am sharing a different kind of post, but one I am really excited to write! Thanks for stopping by today!!

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A FEW BIG SALES!

I had to let ya’ll know about a few big sales going on this week too! These are great sales to score discounts on some high priced designer items!

SHOPBOP Buy More Save More Sale – Save 15-25% off with code GOBIG17 end March 4th!  See my top picks HERE!

DITTO Sunglasses – 50% off EVERYTHING!  Ditto is a sunglass rental company that is closing, and selling all their shades for 50% off!! Brands like Karen Walker, Ray-Ban, Prada, and more!

Oversized Gingham Blouse

Houston Fashion Blogger styles a casual weekend outfit including an oversized gingham blouse and black skinny jeans.

Houston Style blogger shares the it top for spring, an oversized gingham top with baublebar berry statement earrings.

Lady in Violet, a Houston based fashion blogger styles a casual weekend outfit for spring including a gingham blouse with skinny jeans and pink flats.

Houston blogger wears a Vera Bradley leather purse with a gingham blouse for spring.

Lady in Violet wears DL1961 black skinny jeans with pink flats and a white crossbody bag.

Houston Fashion Blogger wears a spring outfit idea including a gingham blouse and skinny jeans.

Houston style blogger styles a spring outfit including a gingham plaid top with jeans and pink earrings.

Lady in Violet, a Houston based fashion blogger wears a weekend outfit idea including a gingham blouse with black jeans.

| OUTFIT DETAILS |

Gingham Blouse  |  c/o Black Skinny Jeans  |  Similar Flats |  Similar Heels  |  c/o White Crossbody Bag (non quilted version)  |  c/o Berry Statement Earrings *on sale |  Silver Bangle  |  Similar White Bangle  |  Elisa Necklace  |  Mirrored Aviators  |  Nails: Essie Blanc  |  Lips: MAC Faux

It may be February, but spring weather is here in Houston!  I have already started purchasing some fun spring pieces, and I’m currently on the hunt for the perfect new wedge sandals.

For early spring, I like to wear tops that breath during the heat of the day, but will also keep warm on a cool night.  This oversized gingham blouse will definitely work perfect for that.  The material is a thin flannel to keep warm, but the oversized fit really help this top breath.  I love the style of this one, because it pairs perfectly with skinny jeans and shorts.  Black and white gingham is a spring favorite of mine.  Just something about it gives me all the feels of picnics and patio weather.

I had to add a little color with these earrings I am obsessed with and my pink flats.  By the way, I linked the heel version of these flats.  I tried them on in store, and they are so cute and comfy!  I’m looking for leather, but if I can’t find a pair these suede ones may be a future purchase.

I am so excited to share some fun news with you guys! I am officially launching a weekly newsletter for the blog.  The Weekly Review will help you stay up to date with all the blog posts of the past week, plus include exclusive content like current cravings, and more fun content.  Fingers crossed if everything goes smooth, the first edition will go out THIS FRIDAY!  I have been designing and working on this for a few weeks, and I’m so excited to finally have it ready to share with you.  You can subscribe to the newsletter HERE, so you will always be up to date.  For my current subscribers, you will have more information about your new subscription options coming to you soon, so stay tuned for that.

Thanks for stopping by you guys!

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What to Wear to the Houston Rodeo

Houston Fashion Blogger shares what to wear to the Houston Rodeo including an embroidered dress and cowboy boots.

Lady in Violet, a Houston based fashion blogger styles a rodeo outfit idea featuring a denim vest and embroidered dress.

Lady in Violet a Houston blogger styles a houston rodeo outfit idea including cowboy boots, a fit and flare dress, and crossbody saddle bag.

Houston Style Blogger wears a country music festival outfit including a floral embroidered dress with a denim vest and cowboy boots.

Karen Rock, a Houston Fashion Blogger shares what to wear to the rodeo including denim.

Lady in Violet, a Houston based Fashion Blogger shares what to wear with cowboy boots including a floral short dress with a vest.

Lady in Violet, houston fashion blogger styles a rodeo outfit idea including an embroidered dress, denim vest, and cowboy boots.

Lady in Violet, a texas fashion blogger styles a boho chic outfit for a music festival including an embroidered dress and vest.

Houston Fashion Blogger styles a rodeo outfit including beaded tassel bracelets, an embroidered dress, and saddle bag.

Lady in Violet, a Houston Fashion Blogger shares what to wear to the Houston Rodeo cookoff.

We are just two weeks away from the Houston Rodeo you guys!!  If you have never heard of it, think yummy bbq and fried foods, horses, bull riding, carnival rides, and big name concerts, plus my favorite part – a fun little wine garden.  It’s a huge event held every March in Houston and last about 3 weeks.  All the fun starts March 2nd, and today I am sharing what to wear to the Houston Rodeo.   This outfit would work for really any rodeo or country music concert.  Honestly, in Texas this could easily work as a brunch outfit too.

I like my rodeo outfits to have small nods to western wear without being full blown.  This year, I paired embroidered details with denim and suede.  Our weather is a bit warmer this year, so I decided a dress would be a safe to wear.  I adore the fit and flare look of this one.  The embroidery is so gorgeous, and it’s also on the back of the bottom of the dress too.  For a chillier evening you could pair this with a denim jacket, but for a beautiful warm day I would go with a denim vest.  I love that it let’s the details on the sleeves be seen.

Of course, no rodeo outfit is complete without a pair of cowboy boots.  If you don’t have a pair, booties or riding boots will work too.  Keep in mind the event involves lots of walking and a little bit of dirt, so try to find something comfortable that can get a little dirty.

If you are in Houston or planning a trip, you should definitely try to make a stop at the rodeo.  There is lots to see, do, and eat.  I highly recommend it!  I’m suddenly craving a funnel cake and glass of wine.  Ya’ll have good weekend, and thanks for swinging by today.

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