Obsessions

It has been awhile since I complied an Obsessions list.  Right now my mind is on Fall and the new fall arrivals are so good.  So much pretty stuff.

|| TORY BURCH PRINT DRESS ||

I just bought this dress while I was in Charlotte over the weekend.  I always love stopping in the Tory Burch store- I just wish we had one in Charleston.  This is such a great dress that can be dressed up or down!

|| LOFT FRINGE POUCH ||

This beauty is only $35!!  

|| LOFT EMBROIDERED PURSE ||

Another fabulous bag from Loft.  I saw this in person and it is even better looking.  Looks way more expensive than it is.

|| BLANK DENIM JEANS IN CHARCOAL||

My new favorite jeans just came out in an awesome grey color for Fall.  Under $100!

|| WAYF TIE FRONT PLEATED DRESS ||

I adore this dress and it is also under $100.  Perfect paired with booties for Fall and flats now.

|| JOIE LOREN BOOTS ||

Totally obsessed these.  I love the fringe detail.

 || D.RA SHANNA  DRESS ||

Love this simple embroidered white dress.

|| BB DAKOTA SWEATER VEST ||

Such a great sweater for Fall.  I picture it with a long tee or tunic and leggings.

 

 

|| BAUBLEBAR LEATHER TASSEL BIB NECKLACE ||

Love this fun spin on a tassel necklace. Also comes in black and metallic gold which I really like.

 

 

|| KENZIE  OVER SIZED COLLAR SLUB JACKET ||

This jacket also comes in black and is a great deal under $100.  Looks so comfortable and would make a great everyday coat.

|| UNDER ARMOUR COMPRESSION PANTS ||

Love these workout pants and the fact that they are compression pants and suck you in is even better!

|| BANANA REPUBLIC SILK BLOUSE ||

Banana Republic has had some great Fall arrivals.  This blouse would be great for work or play.

|| LOFT DOTTED LINE PONCHO ||

This poncho from Loft is so good.   Love the tassel detail at the bottom.

|| TWELFTH STREET SHIFT DRESS ||

This dress is so cute for Fall.  I love it paired with the fringe booties.

|| Hinge Shadow Plaid Tassel Scarf ||
This scarf also comes in tan and a beautiful blue.  It is a steal at $30.  I am partial to the black because you could toss it on with everything.

Scenes From Our Weekend

This weekend flew by.  How is it possible we only have one weekend left in August?? Just crazy. This is a short week for us, as Matt and I leave for NYC Thursday. I am super exited to explore the city!

After school Friday the kids and I headed to Charlotte for the weekend.  Saturday was my nephew Maxton's first birthday and we didn't want to miss it!  I was so proud of Sterling for having such a great first week at kindergarten.

Joie Blouse | Jeans | Necklace

These 3 always love to be together.  Sterling and Finley both love the Minions.

One of my favorite parts of going home is the breakfasts my Dad always cooks us.  His pancakes are the best ever and he never skimps on bacon:)  It is such a treat to have someone else cook for you!

Saturday we celebrated my sweet nephew, Maxton's first Birthday.  Sometimes I still can't believe my little brother is a dad!  He will forever be like 16 in my mind.

My mom and dad with the birthday boy.

They had food truck come which I thought was the most genius idea.  I may try and do this for Sterling's next birthday.  It was a cheeseburger and french fry food truck- if you live in Charlotte they were awesome.

Frances got soaked at the water table- hence no dress:)

What I wore:

Topshop Dress | Twine and Twig Necklace | Joie Sandals

Frances Moon looking adorable before the party and before getting soaked.  She loves to accessorize with a necklace.

Tea Dress | Little Twine and Twig Necklace

Got back in town in time for happy hour with Matt.  Jalapeno Margarita + Pizza was the perfect end to our weekend. For those who requested the margarita recipe:

Jalapeno Margaritas (makes 2 )

4 oz tequila

2 limes juiced

about 1-2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar

1 jalapeno sliced

place all in shaker with ice and shake up

Have a great start to your week!

Thoughts For Friday

Happy Friday and TGIF.  This has been a super long week.  With Sterling starting school back our days have been starting a lot earlier (like 5:30 am early).  I am a morning person for sure but getting up an hour earlier than I normally do has been an adjustment.  I am trying to get into a routine and get used to our new schedule but it takes time. What am loving is since I drop Sterling off so early I can accomplish so much in the morning afterwards.  I am usually done grocery shopping by 8:15!

I snapped this picture Monday morning before we took him to his first day of kindergarten.  He looks so grown up to me. I am happy to report he loves school and his class.  He even came home yesterday and said his new school was way more fun than his old school:)

We had a lot of work done to our dining room last week.  I wanted to share a sneak peek of the progress so far.  We had the bead-board ripped out and sheet rock installed, the room painted Decorators White and the hutch/Buffet was painted Coventry Gray with new hardware.  More updates to come as the other pieces arrive.  The Minted Ocean artwork is one of my favorite parts of the room.

I just picked up one of these beauties to go in the corner. Now to find a pot.

One of my favorite Alice and Olivia Dresses was just reduced to 40% off.

Alice and Olivia Color block Dress

I finally made homemade zucchini fries.  They were so darn good and the kids gobbled them up.  We dipped ours in Rao's Marinera.

Parmesan Zucchini Fries

New obsession in the morning and at night this this Thin Tea Detox Tea.  It is all natural and caffeine free.  I love the little spoon it comes with to steep your tea.  I swear it helps with bloating.

I just started reading Jennifer Weiner's New Book, Who do You Love and I am really liking it so far.

Just ordered these shoes.  Pretty excited about packing them next week for NYC.  They also come in a taller wedge version that is gorgeous.

Jeffery Campbell Sandals

Since Sterling has been in school I have had lots of one on one time with Frances this week.  I have loved every minute but man I forgot how hard this age is. She is so busy and non-stop!!

I saw this girl at the Apple store this week wearing these leggings.  I imediaelty asked her where they were from.  Honestly I thought they were thew new Mara Hoffman active or Lululemon.  When she told me they were Target, juniors section I was shocked!!  I tried to order my size but it was sold out so I am off to the store to find a pair!

Target Leggings (they also come in 3 other patterns)

Matt and I just started Bloodline this week.  Has anyone watched?  Seems a bit slow starting but still really liking it.

Have a great weekend!

These Boots were Made for Walking (and Jumping)

When Rack Room contacted me about working together to promote their shoes for back to school I was excited.  Growing up we frequently bought shoes at Rack Room Shoes but as of recently I had not stopped in.  I forgot how awesome their shoe selection was not just for the kids but adults too.  I was pleased to find they carry my favorite Nike running shoes.  Rack Room always offers buy one pair get one pair 50% off, which is great if you are buying for several members of your family.

 I let the kids choose their shoes and of course they choose cowboy boots.  Since he was two Sterling has loved his cowboy boots and looks like Frances does too:)

 Cupcake Cowboy Boots c/o | Canyon Trails Cowboy Boots c/o

Allegra and Luca Dress | Denim Shirt | Jeans

I have to admit I think the cowboy boots are pretty adorable. The design on Frances Moon's boots is so cute.

I had to snap a few pictures of my kindergartner:) He looks so grown up in these pictures. 

As you can see the kids are on our trampoline.  They insisted they needed to test the boots out by jumping.

I love this action shot even if it is a touch blurry.

This little lady has become a handful lately.  Really getting her personality and getting sassy.

Don't forget about Rack Room's Shoe to Fit Campaign.  It is a wonderful cause and helps provide shoes to at risk kids at the start of the school year.  You can donate in store or online HERE.  Rack Room matches 100% off all donations up to $300,000.  That is a lot of shoes for children in need!

If you are curious these are the other two pairs I let them choose from Rack Room.  Batman + bright red converse.  Pretty sweet kicks for the new school year!

Thanks to Rack Room Shoes for sponsoring this post and gifting the kids shoes.