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What I Wore: Walt Disney World

Vacation Outfit Idea - Skinny Jeans, Comfy Top, Toms and cross-body bag, perfect for a day of walking!

Vacation Outfit Idea - Skinny Jeans, Comfy Top, Toms and cross-body bag, perfect for a day of walking!

Vacation Outfit Idea - Skinny Jeans, Comfy Top, Toms and cross-body bag, perfect for a day of walking!

Vacation Outfit Idea - Skinny Jeans, Comfy Top, Toms and cross-body bag, perfect for a day of walking!

Classic Black Toms

Vacation Outfit Idea - Skinny Jeans, Comfy Top, Toms and cross-body bag, perfect for a day of walking!

Sira Mara Scarf

Vacation Outfit Idea - Skinny Jeans, Comfy Top, Toms and cross-body bag, perfect for a day of walking!

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PLEIONE Mixed Media Tunic | PAIGE Skyline Skinny Jeans | SIRA MARA Fringe Tribal Scarf | TOMS Classic Canvas Slip-On | TORY BURCH Robinson Pebbled Mini Foldover  | RAY BAN Original Aviator Sunglasses  | KENDRA SCOTT Macy Stud Earrings in Iridescent Slate, Arden Bracelet  | STELLA & DOT Renegade Cluster Bracelet  | BAUBLEBAR Crystal Mason Ring  | MAC Lipstick in ‘Faux’  | FORUMLA X Infinite

You may remember a couple posts I did in December showcasing the fabulous Christmas decorations at Walt Disney World.  Well, today I am going to share the most important part of my trip – What I Wore.  Walt Disney World  has FOUR theme parks which means lots of walking, rides and souvenir shopping!  We were only visiting for two and half days, so we had a lot of ground to cover.  My outfit post today is slightly different to what I wore at Disney.  The main difference is the shoes.  I wore black ballet flats that normally are super comfy on my all day shopping trips.  By the end of day one at Disney, my feet were definitely feeling a bit sore and tired.  I started to notice that so many people were wearing Toms.  At the time, I did not own a pair, but I knew my sister owned a couple pairs.  So when I returned home I asked, are they really that comfortable?  She said yes, so I knew I needed a pair!  She also recommended sizing down as the shoes stretch a little after wear, so I did just that.  I haven’t had the chance to break them in yet to tell you how they hold up, but the thousands of people I saw wearing them at Disney and my sister cannot be wrong.

One item that I wore everyday at Disney, was my small cross-body bag.  It was small enough that I didn’t have to take it off when I was on a ride.  I am not a huge fan of putting my belongings in those little pouches on roller coasters.  It held my wallet and phone which was really all I needed.  Disney has these new bracelets you wear when you are a resort guest and they work as your room key, park admission, fast pass ticket,  credit card, and photo pass.  Definitely reduces the number of items you have to keep up with! For my clothes, it was all about comfort.  We had no time for outfit changes, so I needed something I could wear all day and all night.  Skinny jeans with just a hint of stretch are perfect for all day wear!  My Pleione top also fit the bill for a super comfy yet stylish top.  Since we visited in December I also brought a couple scarves.  I preferred this to a jacket because during the day the sun warms you up a bit, but at night it gets chilly.  I liked being able to wrap my scarf around my arms and create my own little jacket when I was cold.  So there you have it, one all day of doing touristy things outfit.  Happy Wednesday Ya’ll!

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Valentine’s Gift Guide – Hearts

 

VDay Gift Hearts

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NORDSTROM AT HOME Confetti Heart Accent Pillow | REBECCA MINKOFF Heart Sunnies Pouch | WILDFOX COUTURE Sparkle Heart Sweatshirt | COSABELLA 9 Piece Heart Gift Box Set | KATE SPADE Rose Goldtone Stainless Steel & Leather Cupid Heart Watch | MICHAEL ARAM Heart Picture Frame | NADRI Pavé Heart Stud Earrings | KATE SPADE Clear Hearts iPhone 5 & 5s Case | PJ SALVAGE Print Jersey Heart Shorts

We are almost to the end of January which means Valentine’s Day is just around the corner!  It’s time to start planning that perfect Valentine’s Day gift!  I love themed gifts and what better theme for Valentine’s Day than HEARTS!  Whether shopping for a special someone, a sister, or a friend, a heart themed gift is a fun way to say, “I heart you!”  You can add one of the above gifts with a heart shaped box of chocolates and put them in a heart gift bag.   Okay maybe I am a little heart obsessed, but I mean look at the items above! Can you blame me?

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Houndstooth

Office Outfit Idea - Bow Top blouse and Houndstooth a-line skirt, perfect for work!

Chicwish Houndstooth Skirt, work style idea

Modcloth Bow Top Blouse - perfect for the office outfit

Houndstooth A-line skirt and bow tie blouse, perfect outfit for office style

Office Outfit Idea - Bow Top blouse and Houndstooth a-line skirt, perfect for work!

Modclloth Bow Tie Blouse- perfect for office outfit

Office Outfit Idea - Bow Top blouse and Houndstooth a-line skirt, perfect for work!

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MODCLOTH Ellison Vanilla Milk Top  | CHICWISH Houndstooth Quilted Skirt, color sold out [SAME SKIRT, DIFFERENT COLOR] | NINEWEST Regolar Platform Pump  | BAUBLEBAR Slim Hinge Bangle, Old [SIMILAR],  Pave Links Bracelet, Old [SIMILAR] | KENDRA SCOTT Skylar Earrings in Tiger’s Eye | MAC Lipstick in ‘Faux’ | FORMULA X Infinite

Oh Monday you are here again, and so quickly! I had 101 things on my to do list this weekend, so it seemed to fly by!   I got tons done, but I feel like my weekend lasted a nanosecond and here we are at Monday again. Mondays may have a bad rep, but they are a great day to pull out a fun I will conquer this week outfit!  This houndstooth skirt and bow tie blouse combo is going to do just that!  I love the houndstooth print on this skirt.  It is a print that I have not found too often on skirts.  It is also a timeless print and a great thick material so I can wear it for years to come.  The color I am wearing is sold out, but I linked the blue/green one in the details section above which is just as gorgeous!  I don’t know why, but bow top blouses always make me feel so ready to tackle the day.  Kind of like don’t get in my way today, I mean business.  I know it may sound silly, but when you have a piece like that you cannot help but want to wear it all the time.  I have also styled this top in a previous post with pants and it still had that conquer the day vibe. Alright Monday, let’s do this!!

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Out of My Comfort Zone

Outfit Idea - Skinny jeans with oversized blouse and nude pumps

H&M Patterned blouse with gorjana jewelry, lady in violet blog

Paige Jeans with H&M Patterned Blouse and Steve Madden Pumps, outfit idea

H&M Patterned Blouse with gold jewelry

Outfit Idea - Oversized Graphic print blouse with skinny jeans and nude pumps

H&M Patterned Blouse with gold jewelry, love!!

Outfit Idea - Graphic Print Blouse with Skinny Jeans and Nude pumps

Outfit Idea - Skinny Jeans with graphic blouse

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H&M Patterned Shirt | PAIGE Skyline Skinny Jeans | STEVE MADDEN Nala Platform Pumps | ELAINE TURNER Bella Chocolate Python Clutch | GORJANA Chloe Large Studs, Mika Necklace, Mia Tiered Necklace  | BAUBLEBAR Slim Hinge Bangle, Old [SIMILAR] | RAY BAN Original Aviator Sunglasses  | MAC Lipstick in ‘Faux’ | FORMULA X Infinite

I am a fan of solid colors and the occasional small print, but a bold graphic print that is a little out of my comfort zone. While shopping at H&M over the weekend, I saw this top and thought it was really cool and fun.  The design was not something I would normally wear, but I immediately knew this top would go great with my new Paige jeans.  So I decided to take a step out of my comfort zone and get it.  I’m not going to lie, I am still a little hesitant about this top.  It’s not that I don’t like this top because I absolutely adore it!  But this top definitely stands out among the other items in my closet. I think it is fun and pretty, but it is definitely different from what I might normally pick up.  Every so often, I love buying something that is a little out of my style comfort zone.  I have found some great clothes by doing this.   It pushes my style to a new and exciting level, and make me a little braver the next time I am out shopping.  I also love that I can pick up these pieces for reasonable prices at places like H&M. This top is under $30!

I have to mention my new Paige jeans for a minute.  I picked them up this weekend at Nordstrom.  I have to brag about the jeans department at Nordstrom.  I love how knowledgeable they are about their jeans.  I always have a slew of questions when buying a new brand of jeans.  Will they stretch? Will they fade?  Do these look OK or too tight?   They know it all!  I love that they wear the jeans and can tell you from their experience how they fit after you wear them for a bit.  Plus, they will hem them for you FOR FREE!  I am 5’3 so my jeans are almost always too long so I love the free hem!  If you ever are in the market for a new pair jeans, try the Nordstrom jeans department out!

Oh and one last thing, I am partnering with some amazing TEXAS bloggers and boutiques for a fun giveaway on Instagram this evening.  Be sure you are following me (@karen.rock) so you don’t miss out!!

Happy Friday!!

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