The Changing of the Leaves

I think I told you earlier this week that I was on vacation last weekend in Atlanta. I had a blast there (even though I was sick) and I would definitely go back. I used to think Atlanta was just too big but it has so many cute suburbs that I could be perfectly happy staying in the outskirts and only going into the city for short fun trips. Oh and to all those who live in Atlanta, you have so many colleges there!! I'm not kidding it was insane. Anyway, here are some pics that I took of the gorgeous leaves. The colors didn't some out like I wanted them too but still, you get the picture. And for all of you who live where the leaves change, let me just enjoy this for a minute lol.

Did any of you go on vacay this past week? Or do you have any great pics of the leaves?

Lots of love,

My wishlist: My Grown-up Christmas List

This is my current wishlist. Either for Christmas or before.
1. New boots- I love the brown riding boots that are popular right now and I also love the knee-high (but flat) black boots. Both completely perfect and completely out of my price range lol.
2. Black booties. I can wear them to work and out to play. I have seen some at Target and DSW but they always have a peep toe and I kind of just want a boot.
3. A gold Michael Kors watch. I'm in love. I totally hated wearing gold jewelry until I saw this watch. I have to find something similar like now!
4. A cute leapord flat or loafer. Need I say more?
5. And last but not least, a great satchel. I've been loving my new bag from Forever 21 but now I'm ready to move on to bigger and better things. And I think a great satchel is just what I need.

So what about you? What is on your wishlist?
  *all photos from polyvore. Check them out here.
Lots of love,

Pinterest Post: Oh Pinterest How You Complete Me

I decided to make pinterest posts a regular thing because...well because I love pinterest! There are so many good ideas and beutiful pictures on there. Here are some of the things I've found on there so far. And if you want to see more hit that pinterest button to the right.

 I love these colors together!

 There is just something about fall and the colors of the leaves for me.

 I actually made this bookmark. It turned out super cute and it's really easy to make. Try it!

 Aren't these gorgeous?! This will be in my house one day, SURE!

See why I love pinterest?!  Go check it out!

Lots of love,

* all photos via my pinterest

My style: Sailor made

Happy Halloween everyone!!

I just got back yesterday from Atlanta for the weekend. It was fun, just a quick getaway with the family. But I caught something on Friday so I've been battling that for the weekend/week. I did manage to take some pics of the gorgeous leaves (the reason we really went up north and yes we do take a whole weekend to go see the changing of the leaves it is the one thing I miss living in Florida) so I'll be sure to post those soon. I didn't really take any pictures of me on the trip, mostly because I looked gross and sick lol. This outfit I wore to work and looking back at the pictures I feel like I could have been on a sail boat. Aye Aye Captain!

 

CAN ANYONE ELSE BELIEVE THAT KIM KARDASHIANS MARRIAGE IS OVER?!

The Write Review: The Hunger Games Trilogy

This time around I wanted to review something other than a movie, and since I had just finished the Hunger Games books I figured I could share my opinion on the series.

The Hunger Games

Well, there's no beating around the bush... the series was AMAZING!! I mean, the first book reeled you in almost immediately and the other two books just kept getting better and better, But let me start from the beginning. And I will try not to spoil the books for those of you who haven't read them yet (but seriously if you haven't please go read them now).

I first heard about the books because I read online that Liam Hemsworth (who is delicious) would be starring in the movie next year. I did a little research and then just decided to try the first book. I looked online at the library to reserve it and I was number 61 in line to get the book. At that point I was kind of over it. I figured whenever I get it I get it. Then, I saw a preview for the movie and then it was just everywhere and I had to read them. So my lovely boyfriend came by one day and surprise! He bought me the first book. Now, I'm still kind of but not really into it. Until I get about one page in and it gets good, and I mean GOOD. Like, I finished the first book in about 2 days good. And then the second one showed up at the library the same day I finished the first (it was fate). And then I bought the 3rd on my lunch break the day I finished the second (by now it was like a drug). And I seriously cannot tell you how good they were.

Now for a breakdown. The book is basically about a 16-year old girl named Katniss who lives with her mother and younger sister in the poorest district of Panem, the remains of what used be the United States. A long time before the she was born the districts waged war on the Capitol and were defeated. As part of their surrender terms, each district agreed to send one boy and one girl to appear in an annual televised event called, "The Hunger Games." The terrain, rules, and level of audience participation may change but one thing is constant: kill or be killed. When Kat's sister is chosen by lottery, Kat steps up to go in her place (taken from the Barnes and Noble website).

Now, I have to say out of all of the characters I think I disliked the main character Katniss the most. She was constantly going back and forth about things and it just drove me crazy. I mean if I had someone that treated me like Peeta I wouldn't even have to think about it. Oh BTW I was so sad when I heard that Liam would play Gale not Peeta, don't get me wrong the casting was great and I think he is more of a Gale than a Peeta but I loved Peeta in the books and wanted to transfer that love to Liam. Oh well. 

 So if you don't take away anything else from this review know that these books were superb and if you are looking for a great new read get them you will not be disappointed. Oh, and bonus points if you read them before the movie comes out. 

How many of you can't wait for the movie next year?!I'll see you there!!

*all photos from polyvore. Check them out here.

Lots of love,

She's Got the Write Style: Blake Lively

This time around I wanted to showcase someone who, again, has great style. That person is Blake Lively. She is the perfect California girl and on top of that she can rock a couture dress like no one's business. Below I want to brake down some of the pieces that make up Blake's style. 

First, I want to talk about her hair. Her blond locks can normally be seen in a sort of beachy curl. And even when she has it in an updo she will still sometimes leave out soft wisps to tone it down. Some examples are below.

Second, she seems to love boots. Tall ones, short ones, heeled or flat. And with her incredibly long legs they look great on her. Here are some shots of her in boots.

Lastly, she loves anything that will show off her amazing stems. Whether it's shorts or mini dresses. She wears an abundance of them. I personally don't blame her. If I had the pleasure of being over my 5' 3" I would show off my legs too. Here are pics of the many shorts and dresses she wears.

 So what do you think? Are you a fan of Blake's style? Who are some of your fashion icons?

*all photos from polyvore. Check them out here.

Lots of love,

The Write Style: Football Game Outfit Ideas

Most of you know that I went to the Jag's Football Game last night with the boyfriend. Well, since the date was pretty last minute (I mean he asked me when I was getting off work if I could go) I didn't really have time to plan an outfit. So I went to a football store bought a Jag's shirt and headed to the game in that and some jeans. If I had enough time I would have definitely worn something closer to these two looks below.

 

 Of course I had to represent the Jag's! To keep warm layer a cute jersey over a sweatshirt.

I also wanted to post the before pictures of the boyfriends apartment so that you can see what I have to work with. I will tell you right now the place is a mess but that is because he was in the process of doing laundry so don't judge lol.

I don't really have much to do with the kitchen. He likes it the way it is and doesn't want me to make it too girly until I move in.

 The only thing he's hung on the wall yet is this calendar/cork board/letter holder.

 Excuse my purse, but this is the view from the kitchen to the living room.

 This is the living room. He plans to put a loveseat in front of the windows and then a couch along the wall opposite the makeshift TV stand.

 This is the makeshift TV stand. He doesn't want to get anything new until we (I) get his TV.

 His messy bed.

 He has somewhat decorated his bedroom walls. As you can see from his calendar and paddles from his fraternity.

The wall where the couch will go. I saw this commercial for Two Broke Girls where they were joking about how having a mattress on the floor doesn't signify being broke but being a crackhead and I died laughing because I thought of this mattress that is currently living on the floor in his living room lol.

Well that's what it looks like so far, as you can see it's not much but he doesn't need anything huge since it's just him. Hopefully, I will have after pictures up here before too long. And I will keep you updated on the progress.

Lots of love,

* looks created via polyvore. Check them out here.