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Macy’s UTC Back to School Shopping Party

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Top, jeans and earrings via Macy’s (c/o) // Boots (similar here) // Sunglasses (similar here)

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You guys, believe it or not, fall is almost here.  As I gear up to attend NYFW, I’ve got fall trends on the brain.

There are so many fun, wearable trends for fall, and today I want to share three: dark florals, fresh denim and ruffles. To kick off all things fall, I’ll be hosting a shopping party with Macy’s UTC to celebrate Back to School!

I prefer dark, rich colors over pastels, and this fall will highlight a great marriage between spring’s airy prints and something a little edgier.  I love this top because it actually has three trends going on in one.  The dark floral print, the ruffled v-neck and print mixing.  Mixed media can be a tricky look to pull off, so when it’s all done for you in one fabulous top, its a major win.

Denim will always be on trend, and as we move into fall and Back to School, it’s a great time to freshen up your collection.  I’ve been gravitating towards all dark colors – jet black, brushed charcoal and deep indigo, and these exposed button Levi’s were a no-brainer.  The cropped style is pretty much a must nowadays (hello ankle boot season) and the high waist is so flattering.

If you’re in the San Diego area, join me on August 11 to shop all these fabulous trends!  My dear friend and fellow blogger Paulina of Lil Bits of Chic and I will be hosting a Styling Competition. There will be music, a DIY station, photobooth and you could win amazing prizes including a personal styling session with me and Paulina.

Details below.

Macy’s UTC Back to School Shopping Party
Saturday, August 11
2:00pm
Macy’s UTC
Styling competition, prizes, DIY station, music, photobooth and more!

Hope to see you on Saturday!

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2018 Top Picks

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2018The day we’ve all been waiting for is here!  The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale launched today for cardholders!

Fear not, if you aren’t a Nordstrom cardholder, you can apply for one here.  Don’t want a Credit card?  Apply for the Debit card that links directly to your bank account.

Public access for the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale begins on July 20th.

If you watched me on Instagram TV, you know I shared tips for how to shop this sale.  There is a definite strategy involved, so I recommend following these tips.

  1. Buy now, return later.  Things will absolutely sell out fast.  Utilize Nordstrom’s amazing return policy (plus free return shipping!).
  2. Stock up on basics.  This is the sale to buy those bread & butter pieces that normally never go on sale.  Save the specialty items and trendy pieces for another time!
  3. Hone in on quality.  My recommendations below are pieces I’ve personally tried and tested.  With thousands of items going on sale, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with analysis paralysis.  My commitment to you is only to recommend the very best.

Click on the images below to shop.

Boots
Active & Loungewear
Sweaters
Pants & Tops
Jackets & Coats

 

You can also shop my picks in the Shop tab above, under Nordstrom Sale.

Happy shopping and let me know what you get!

Yippee Kiyay It’s 2018

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Vince leather pants ($69 alternative here) // YSL bag ($56 alternative here)
Haider Ackermann boots (suede version 50% off; $65 alternative here)

And just like that 2018 was upon us.  With the coming of each new year, I’m normally very reflective on what transpired and enjoy recapping every moment.  While I had one of my best year’s yet in 2017, I’m feeling much more fresh and “full speed ahead” about this changing of the tide.  Perhaps it’s the upcoming addition to our family or the robust goals and intentions I’ve set for myself in 2018, but I’m taking a note from Die Hard and saying “Yippee Kiyay” (motherf*cker) to the adventures ahead.

I’m excited.  This year is going to be all about off-the-charts passion for me.

About a year ago I discovered Dress Shirt by Marie Claire St. John and fell hard for her silk shirts with cheeky personalized embroidery.  After thinking long and hard about how to customize a shirt, I realized that nothing encompassed my enthusiasm for 2018 better than one of my favorite movie lines.

Hence, Yipppe Kiyay was born.

One of the interesting challenges about getting dressed while pregnant is finding that happy medium between style and comfort.  I ordered these leather pants when they went to additional sale at Bloomingdale’s and have been living in them ever since.  Incredibly chic and suuuper comfortable thanks to the elastic waistband, they seriously might be the best cost-per-wear item in my closet.

I’ve linked a more affordable faux alternative below, including some great dupes of my YSL bag and boots.

I’d love to hear from you!  What are your goals for 2018?  And what would you like to see covered this year on In Spades?

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