spring

I currently am sitting in my office at home with the windows down and blaring country music.

Some of my favorite days of the entire year are the first warm days as spring makes its grand entrance and winter waltzes out until next year. I just think country music is more necessary than usual during this time of year. It’s fitting in every way. Brett Eldridge has been my favorite lately. I was teaching Knox how to dance the other day in our kitchen to his newest album. Ugh, be still my heart.

It is time to put away those boots and whip out the sandals. To let those toes out after months of hibernation, to slap on some bright red toenail polish, and run around town with the windows down and your favorite pair of slip-ons. I always grab a couple new pairs every year around this time, because I wear mine to the ground from the year before between the exciting adventures spring and summer bring. A worn in pair of sandals means you put the warm weather to use each year. Right?

You will see this year has two big trends: platform and espadrille. And, many cases of platform + espadrille. I have every price point below from $29 to designer. I suggest a good espadrille wedge, a good every day sandal (cognac or black), and a fun slip-on. Dove grey, black, and cognac are popular and always a good choice. Creamy tones and all white are also trending… I am LOVING the semi-extra slip-ons. Like, alot. My favorite are these super unique ones by Free People.

Which of these below are your favorite?! I am in the Irenee sandal by Steve Madden in these photos. Dress is from Landry Kate!

My every day make-up look here:

My fave picks

All photos by Cottonwood Road Photography for The Cake by Hannah

I have been on the hunt for a good pair of denim that fits my 5’1 (AND 3/4!) petite frame for YEARS. I have tried all kinds, spent too much money- quickly regretted, and after such endeavors been left still with a void I cannot seem to fill. That is, until I finally went to Madewell after being tipped off by a fellow petite friend to give their jeans a shot. One of the workers at the North Park location convinced me to try on their hi-riser style, saying they are the best fit they carry for petite girls… and she was so right!!

A good pair of denim, higher-end that fit like a glove, have the ability to instantly make you feel on top of the world. Whether paired with a white tee (I suggest Everlane!) or a nice blouse and heels, I know that I am going to feel good in my Madewell denim. I have said it before, I will say it again, I believe in investing more money in two things: jeans and shoes. They are items that, if you spend more money on them, you will have to purchase far less frequently; ultimately, this saves you a whole lot of money. These are considered “investment pieces.” I promise, though painful in the moment, it is 100% worth it.

I have a fresh-faced look paired with my springtime outfit- perfect for days out and about as the sun makes its grand reappearance. I am, of course, wearing my favorite skincare from BareMinerals, a copper eye and lightly bronzed cheek with a quick swig of my Lash Domination Mascara. Shop everything I have on below!

Have a happy Monday! Love y’all.

xoxo- Han