Life as a Buyer

I have been lucky to experience the life of a buyer twice now, my first time was in New York (which just happens to be my favorite city and that was an opportunity of a lifetime, one I will never forget) and recently I went to market in Atlanta.  The Gift & Home show was at AmericasMart and I loved it! AmericasMart Atlanta connects buyers with top brands from around the world. It is here where you discover the latest products and trends at the nation’s #1 product destination!

The life of a buyer is a tough one as there is an enormous amount of product to see and by the end of the day your feet feel as though they might fall off and you have to get up and do it all over again the next day.  However, I being a newbie just soaked it all up and it gave me the itch for more. I have always loved fashion, accessories and home goods and this show did not disappoint. Every where you looked it was something to see inevitably creating a sensory overload with three buildings that offer up to 18 floors with each floor showcasing more pretty things to touch and feel. From funny sayings on plaques to rugs and pillows to delicate romantic jewelry, there is really something for everyone at this show.

This life might be harder than expected as people perceive it as just shopping all day but it can be mentally and physically draining, BUT sign me up as this just feeds this girl's passion!

Red, White, and Blue

It's Memorial Day weekend and as we honor our past and current heroes in the military, I would like to talk patriotic apparel. Do you participate in the american style looks? This is the season to do so with Memorial Day this weekend and 4th of July just around the corner. I personally love the colors together and apart. Red looks amazing with navy, often I will pair a red necklace with a navy skirt or dress. The crispness of blue and white together is so classic and gorgeous. 

Old Navy and Target have some great items if you want a new fun look to wear for the 4th of July and in fact Old Navy is having a huge sale right now! I chose a few pieces from Old Navy that you can pair together or wear as separates.  The shoes would look adorable with just a plain white v-neck and jean shorts. So beachy chic! 

Enjoy your long holiday weekend! Thank you to all those who have served and are currently serving in the military!  And stop by your nearest Old Navy. 

Blue skirt with little white stars!  So cute and you can wear it anywhere by dressing it up or down (pair it with a plain tee for day and then throw on some heels and a statement necklace for night). 

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Resort Wear

Living in Florida you are destined to have some resort apparel in your wardrobe. Tommy Bahama, Escapada, Lilly Pulitzer, Katherine Way, and J McClaughlin are just a few of the designers that specialize in resort wear. All of these designers offer fun prints in comfortable materials, it is just a no brainer for those living in humid climates. Dresses are the lightest and easiest to wear and Tommy Bahama offers a great selection. Sign up for their online outlet and get great deals every few months, you will find dresses that were sold previously in their stores at 50-60% off! Comfortability and stylish are key when it comes to casual weekend attire. If you like color and fun prints, check these brands out. Definitely sign up for the online outlet and Tommy Bahama will email you for a limited opportunity at amazing deals!

Escapada

Tommy Bahama

Mod

Everyone knows fashion and style is cyclical and that what was once old is now new again.  Mod has been around since the 60's however I am seeing a growing trend once again.

Paul Jobling and David Crowley called the mod subculture a "fashion-obsessed and hedonistic cult of the hyper-cool" young adults who lived in metropolitan London or the new towns of the south. Due to the increasing affluence of post-war Britain, the youths of the early 1960s were one of the first generations that did not have to contribute their money from after-school jobs to the family finances. As mod teens and young adults began using their disposable income to buy stylish clothes, the first youth-targeted boutique clothing stores opened in London in the Carnaby Street and Kings Road districts. Newspaper accounts from the mid-1960s focused on the mod obsession with clothes, often detailing the prices of the expensive suits worn by young mods, and seeking out extreme cases such as a young mod who claimed that he would "go without food to buy clothes".

I think living in the 50's and 60's would have been fun in the fashion sense. I mean who doesn't love a fit and flare dress, it fits any age or any body type. As an extremely versatile style, this type of dress can be worn anywhere for any circumstance.

Fashion is what's in style now but style is knowing what fits you and your personality best.  Feeling comfortable in your style is what makes you fashionable and not necessarily wearing the latest trends.

ModCloth is a popular site for just this era of style and Instagram shows what a large following that this website really does have.   Boutiques also tend to cater to this style and I recommend Fairy in NOLA as it is my personal favorite. Would love to hear your thoughts or to hear which era is your personal fashion favorite?

Meeting Hale Bob's Creator

Hello my fashionista friends! I recently had the opportunity of meeting Hale Bob's creator, Daniel Bohbot. Hale Bob clothing is sold both domestically and internationally at the finest boutiques and department stores. I became familiar with the brand while working for a local boutique on the weekends. I find their clothing to not only be comfortable but unique and stylish with their bright and fun prints. Daniel was charming and entertaining and it was a real treat meeting him. Meeting him was definitely one of the highlights of my New York trip.

Hale Bob's style is defined as, according to their website, "Modern, fashion forward women in feminine, chic and distinctive clothing. Their fashions are created from the highest quality fabrics and are recognized for their exclusive, colorful prints.  Hale Bob creates the feeling of chic, sexy and free. Hale Bob continues to fulfill its promise of distinctive, rich and feminine designs for the modern woman. All of the prints used by Hale Bob are designed and developed in the Hale Bob studios in Los Angeles and are exclusive to the Hale Bob brand and cannot be found anywhere but Hale Bob." 

Their clothing can be dressed up or dressed down making it very versatile. If you are not familiar with the brand you should definitely check it out, I promise you will not be disappointed. 

Crazy For Dots

I am crazy for polka dots! Dresses, purses, pants, tops......you name it I love it! I don't know what it is about them but I find them irresistible. I am also seeing them all over lately. Anthropologie has THE cutest dress out right now. I just received an email today from Tory Burch and she is featuring polka dots, she has a different take on them with a basket weave texture.  I feel like it is one print that will never go out of style. What are your thoughts on polka dots? Do you have a favorite piece that has polka dots? Can't wait to see your pics!

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Boutique Lovin'

A few years ago I went to New Orleans with my husband and we had the opportunity to visit many of the places that were recommended to us by friends. If you have never been it is a great place to visit at least once, amazing food there! The highlight of the trip was being invited to a crawfish boil, so delish and lots of fun! We went for a long weekend and one of the days we didn't have much on the schedule so we headed to a local park, from there we decided to walk down Magazine Street (not realizing how long this street actually is) to take in the sites and this is where I came upon the most adorable little building. The sign on the building (that looked like a cute little house) said Fairy and I knew I just had to check it out. It turned out to be an awesome store that has since sparked my current obsession of boutiques. There were so many amazing pieces that I just wanted to take the whole store with me but I settled with a top and the cutest shorts that I have ever owned. The owner was awesome and had the coolest dog (that kept my husband entertained). Before leaving, the owner gave me her website and I have continued to buy from her through her website as well as her posts on social media.

I now work at a boutique part time and I love seeing the unique pieces that we have to offer. We have something for women of every age.  We also have the best accessories at a great price point. My jewelry collection has expanded exponentially since working there.

I look up boutiques whenever we are visiting out of town areas as it is always part of my "site seeing" now. I am sure it drives my husband crazy but I am grateful that he lets me visit them.

Visit www.shopluxboutique.com for the boutique I work at (also best boutique in Naples, Florida) and visit www.fairynola.com for the best boutique in New Orleans.

Lux Boutique 

Stylish Yet Comfortable

I am a marketing person by trade however I am really am not much of a writer. The most I ever have to write is a brief blog post for work or a press release so when I decided to pursue my own personal blog, well, it took some time as I just wasn't sure this was the route I should go. Here I am attempting this thing they call blogging.

My goal is to talk fashion as that is really what my passion is. I read so many fashion blogs and by read I mean I look at their outfit pictures and then most times shop online for those pieces I have fallen in love with and decided I must have. I am definitely a marketing person's dream as I am an impulse shopper and really could find something I like any where!

My style is stylish yet comfortable, hence the name of my blog. I have some pieces in my closet that are amazing however if I am not comfortable and have to spend most of the day fussing with my outfit, I just won't wear it again.

Some of my most favorite pieces in my closet are from the fashion bloggers that I follow so I hope to one day do that for others. Stay tuned for outfit pictures and stylish tips as I travel this fashion journey.

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