Fashion

Silky Smooth Jazz Fall Playlist

September 10, 2019

The soundtrack to fall is jazz. It just is.

Like, the whole earth needs jazz when the nights get crisper and the leaves start to change. And because this is fact, I have created a Fall Playlist with my favorite silky smooth jazz. Most of it’s from the 50’s, though I have some of my current favorite jazzy stuff on as well.

Shop my dress you see, here! This is literally my favorite dress is my closet right now and I get so many compliments on it every time I have worn it. The shape and ruffles are so feminine!

Burgundy Dress + Knoxy Update

September 2, 2019

Happy Labor Day and happy Mommy Monday, gal pals! I hope you are getting a nice day off and enjoying some extra time with the family.

It’s officially September and I have pulled out all of my favorite transition pieces that are my favorite fall colors (but can also beat that heat here in Texas still!). This burgundy dress is SO CUTE and the fit with the bunching on the sides is very flattering for every shape! It’s also conveniently enough a great one to chase after your babes in because it stays put. I can speak from experience, obviously… 😉 It’s also available in olive and a gorgeous slate gray that I think I might need to get!

Shop here.

But gosh y’all, it’s seriously so crazy watching Knox in this season. We are just shy of 2 years old and he is a full-on little boy. I am loving it! He wants to see everything, asks questions *of course we can’t understand half of them..haha*, and he is doing 3 word sentences randomly that blow me away. He is so kind and gentle, funny, and I just feel so lucky to be his mommy. I think my favorite thing currently that he does is he will walk around with his Buzz Lightyear, “shhh shhhh shhhh-ing” him while he pats him on the back. He no doubt picked this up from the nursery at church and it kills me. He is so sweet. Yesterday at church I had one of those moments that I was like “WOW God, help me to really develop this nurturing side of Knox and keep him a kind kid” when the ladies in the nursery told me he was going around making sure every kid had their cup and was patting babies on the back and playing with their hair if they were crying. Like… WHAT? So special. I want to bottle up his sweetness and save it for later.

We prayed every night when Knox was in my belly for a fierce spirit with a tender heart. I feel like we are getting to see that tender heart play out already and it just truly melts me. Mamas, pray over your children and watch God show off. It grows my faith constantly to see things I prayed so specifically for pan out in different areas of my life, parenting or not, with no explanation than the Lord’s doing. How sweet God is to hear our prayers and answer them just to show He cares.

Have a great day, friends! You are rockstars and so loved.

My bag is the Original Fawn Design.

All photos by Cottonwood Road Photography for The Cake by Hannah

Picks for Fall from Pink Lily!

August 2, 2019

I am all about boutique shopping! Supporting girl boss businesses is my favorite, and Pink Lily is one of my new go-tos. August 1 has come and I am here for it, because that means back to school, football season, Halloween, Thanksgiving… MERRY CHRISTMAS.

Ok… I will slow my roll a little. 😉 But, I am all about that fall wardrobe. So I picked out my favorite items for you from the shop’s new fall arrivals!

Pullovers

Ombre Pullover (UHHHBSESSED) | Camo Pullover (trend alert!) | Ombre Pullover #2 *Heart eyes for the sleeves! | Black Cowl Neck Pullover (I will wear this on repeat) | Leopard Pullover (Customizable!) | Buffalo Print Pullover (Customizable! I have this one in black and white buffalo on light grey)

Tops

Fun Pieces

Accessories

Must-have Earrings!!! | Mules for $26!!! | NSALE Top Seller DUPE! | Fall Hat #1 |Fall Hat #2

How to Get Out of the NSALE for $300 or Less!

July 30, 2019

Heya babes! Ok, so we have it down at this point: The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is happening. It can totally feel overwhelming trying to navigate what to buy, what’s worth your money, and how to maximize your dollar, though. And believe me, I feel you. Hollaaaaa all you fashionistas on that budget life! Can we get a WITNESS?! Amen.

Right, errr. So, what I was saying is that it can feel overwhelming when there are so many options and so much to sift through. And, in a sale like this for an upcoming season, do I get that trendy blouse I can wear to that one special event? Or, do I maximize my dollar and use this as the chance to prep the base for my closet in the upcoming season? I (if you didn’t guess already) am team maximize every penny you got! So, you voted for this and I am bringing you *drum roll* how to get out of the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale for $300 (or less!!!).

The basis here: Get staples you can interchange with other pieces you are getting or already have. I am all about utilizing items from your current closet to make as many outfits as possible. My first trip to Nordstrom I brought home a pair of jeans, sneakers, 2 basic tees, a pair of mule slides, and a long line cardigan. My total was WELL UNDER $300. These are all things I needed and finally pulled the trigger on, because I pitched a bunch of stuff from my closet over the last six months. I am discovering how much happier I am with a closet that is full of ONLY items I absolutely love. Anything that doesn’t bring me joy, bye. Thanks Marie Kondo.

Here are my top suggestions to you when trying to get out of the NSale for as little as possible with as MUCH as possible (I will link all my picks underneath this section!):

Pick some denim you can wear with anything ALL SEASON LONG. I already have a few pairs of great, high-waisted dark denim. So, I opted for a little more playful pair. And y’all, these Levi’s are literally the sisterhood of the traveling pants in real life. They fit me, Hannah H., and Carleigh all like butter and we are all very different heights and shapes! We’ve all worn them way more in the last 2 weeks than any of us would like to admit.
Pick some basics you can layer with! I have worn my tees I got so many times already. I just feel best in good denim and a great tee.
Pick 1-2 sweaters! I suggest 1 a cardigan + 1 regular sweater (if you want/need!)
Pick a bootie or slide you just can’t live without. I feel in love with the mustard BP mules the second I saw them. The more I played with them in the fitting room, the more I saw how versatile they are. So I said YES to the shoe (and… they’re under $50!!!).
If the budget allows, pick one fun item! Think a fun jacket or skirt that you can mix and match with the other items you bought. For example, if you bought a leopard midi skirt you can pair it with either of your tees + sneakers OR go for the sweater and mules for a little fancier.Once you have your items, play with them. Mix and match them, and make sure every single thing you buy can be worn with a variety of items already in your closet. You should be able to buy something and wear it 5-10 different ways! Don’t get me wrong, fun pieces that aren’t versatile are also fun to have in your closet. BUT, it’s not what I spend my money on when try to get the most bang for my buck. Now, it’s your turn! Go through my categories below and pick 1 from each. Then, if you have left over, add on from there.

Denim

Same denim, not at Nordstrom

Basics

Sweaters

Shoes

For Fun

All of these amazing photos are by Cottonwood Road Photography for The Cake by Hannah

#NSALE PUBLIC ACCESS: WHAT’S IN STOCK

July 19, 2019

Today is the day! The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is NOW LIVE TO THE PUBLIC Y’ALL. I have spent my whole morning rounding up items still currently in stock for you (but be on the lookout for restocks, too!!!) Do not miss these items or wait at all, because things will fly. Below you will see items I tried on for you, took home with me, or pieces I had in my closet that were just like items in the sale that I wanted but didn’t buy because I already basically had it.

A little city and a little chic. I am obsessed with this denim, and when I say it will fit everybody… I mean it. Carleigh, Hannah H. and I went to Nordstrom together and all brought these home. We are all entirely different heights and shapes, and we all felt 10000000 in these. All the satin tanks like this one are currently out of stock, but I am certain will be back. I will keep ya posted!
Shop in the LiketoKnow.it App, here, or below!

The best denim and fun sneakers!
I love this sweater so much! The pink is a cross between bubble gum and coral. I have it paired with my favorite jeans and these yellow mules are 100% in my shopping bag. My Nordstrom didn’t have my size left in store, but online is fully stocked! I love this fun pop of mustard, and you can use that as a “neutral” all through fall! There is also a gorgeous blush shade that might have to happen for me, too. They’re that good AND under $50!!! As soon as this sale goes live, it’s going down and these are coming to my mailbox! Shop this whole look in the Liketoknow.it app, here, or below.
Arguably my favorite items from the sale in one photo. I brought home this $12 tee and my favorite jeans. These booties and jacket are in my wish list waiting for the sale to go live! These booties are a basic every girl needs. Wear them dressed up or down, this taupe shade is perfect. A moto jacket may seem scary… But y’all, I love them. I wear them as much as a basic denim jacket. Since I am in need of a new one, I had to get this one! Shop this whole look in the LiketoKnow.it app, here, or below.
This is so funny to me, but this oversized mock neck sweatshirt is my most sold item thus far in the sale! You guys are LOVING IT. It’s so cute, and I think I need the ivory one in my life. I recreated this whole look based on an item I actually already had in my closet (see below). I paired it with my fave sneaks! **Note: I am 5’1 in the small. It fits way oversized as is. BUT, if you want to truly wear as a dress, size up one to avoid any slip-ups. 😉 Shop this look in the LiketoKnow.it app, here, or below.
My go-to cozy fall outfit. Without a doubt. I am SO into faux leather… ALL THE THINGS. These high-waisted faux leather leggings paired with my $12 tee and the perfect longline cardi makes for some fall staples you just cannot go wrong with. I have it paired with my fave sneaks, but you could also pair this outfit with a bootie of any kind or a knee high! Shop this look in the LiketoKnow.it app, here, or below.

Bootie Options in Stock:
This rust dress was one of my dresses of the month, and I LOVE IT. This color is so beautiful.I wore it from early fall all the way through Christmas! The #NSALE has one just like it that I really think all of you need. The price is great and it’s SO BEAUTIFUL. I paired it with some booties that would work great with it!
These corduroy pants were a top asked about item last season, and Nordstrom has some similar pairs. They’re not corduroy, which actually is beneficial because you can wear them year round. I love the camel color- it’s so classy and chic. You can get them either in a longer version or a shorter one that is basically an exact replica of the ones I own.
T3 Micro Blowdryer (THE BEST THING EVER!) Legit thought this was just an overrated, unnecessarily pricey item… Well, it isn’t T3 sent me this drier a few months ago, and I was blown away by it. Literally. 😉 As a mom and business owner, getting ready as quickly as possible is a must… And this thing blow dries my hair in 4 minutes.
Fluffy Jackets are the BEST y’all. I went all in last year, and I am never going back. 😉 See below a few different looks with my favorite teddy bear and sherpa jackets. I linked a few just like them from the sale to recreate your own looks! There are multiple colors available in each one shown.

OTHER ITEMS I HAVE IN MY CART
Cozies
Beauty and Bags