25 Dresses Under $100

Zara Seamed Dress – The flow and character of this dress will take you from spring until the end of the year.

Topshop Nautical Striped Shift Dress – Every Spring and Summer wardrobe needs a nautical look! This dress is absolutely brilliant!

Romwe Turtleneck Striped Sleeveless Shift Dress – Throw this on with flats or dress it up with a blazer and heels. It is chic and perfect for all seasons

ASOS Bonded Shift Dress in Bright Stripe – Oh the colors! Isn’t it magical? It reminds me of Stella McCartney but for 1/10th the price!

Choies Daisy Print Long Sleeve Dress with Peplum Hem – Usually I am not a flower print girl but this dress is too cute not to buy. It needs to be in Paris with strappy flat sandals and fun sunglasses.

Mango Fluted Hem Dress – This dress has the perfect amount of “flounce” for a spring/summer date dress.

Mango Tencel Denim Dress – Who doesn’t need a denim dress? Wear this to the grocery store or on your next vacay with a floppy hat! It is the perfect warm weather dress!

Mango Retro Dress – I love the classic shape of this and the possibilities on styling it are endless.

ASOS Sleeveless Debutante Midi – This is a great date night or event dress! Sexy, chic, and feminine!

Mango Striped Dress – I love the muted colors of this dress. It is so on trend with the 70’s vibe.

Mango Contrast Dress – I am a huge fan of black and white. This dress is light enough for warm weather and would look perfect with little gold sandals.

LOFT Waisted Down Print Dress – The material of this dress makes it really unique. It would be a great evening dress when you want to catch dinner with friends.

Mango Flared Shirt Dress – This is one of my favorites! So simple, minimal, and timeless! I would wear this as a cover-up, running errands, or on a date! Pair it with dainty jewelry and you have the perfect summer dress!

Mango Striped Shirt Dress – I think this is a fun take on the stripe! I would wear it as a cover-up and then in cooler weather throw a black sweater over it. Great transition piece.

Lulu’s Fancy-full Navy Blue Midi Dress – Isn’t she a dream? Such a sexy little piece.

Mango Striped Bow Dress – Stepping back in time with this one! Isn’t she a beauty? Would look great with a denim jacket or dress it up for tea with a white blazer.

LOFT Striped T-Dress – I mean, does it get more classic than this? Every closet needs this dress! One of the most classic pieces a wardrobe can have.

Mango Message Dress – This dress is just fun. A quirky twist on the classic striped dress.

Mango Print Dress – I love a small print. It is flattering and always in style. The flow of this dress makes it a perfect summer piece.

River Island Yellow Color Block Dress – How fun is this? Color-blocking is so fun and something that is perfect for spring/summer! If you have a bit of a wild side – try this dress!

Mango Minimal Dress – I am all about a minimal dress. If your closet needs a few I would suggest snagging this one! Heels, flats, jackets, or alone this dress could be worn a hundred different ways! Perfect for anyone on a budget!

Shopbop Lattice Dress – I love the details of this dress. Flirty without being too cheesy! And it is an extra 25% off with code BIGEVENT15

Shopbop Side Pleat Dress – Funky, fun, and unique! This baby will stand out with out being over-powering! I would wear it to a concert, dinner, or a date! And it is an extra 25% off with code BIGEVENT15

Mango Geometric Print Dress – This dress is a perfect play on the black and white pattern! I love the length of the sleeve and the short hem.  Makes it easy to wear in warmer weather!

Mango Flowy Dress – The shape and flow of this dress is just perfect for summer! Doesn’t it scream, “I need to be at a music festival?”




Home Interior Change

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It’s official! I am absolutely going mental! Because of the weather conditions in Dallas the past few weeks I haven’t had the chance to leave my home as much as I would like. Instead, I have filled my days on the computer, watching TV, cleaning, looking after my dog, cooking, and other odd jobs. However, I need sun and I need out of this house! I totally understand how Big Eadie and Little Eadie went crazy – no one can stay inside one home for over a week without starting to lose their marbles. Since I have had time to waste I have spent a lot of hours on the computer getting inspired by home decor (you may remember my post on Barbara Bestor). Not that I am in the market to change my living quarters but when you work from home and are forced inside for a good amount of time you begin to need a change. Since I love moving things around I decided to change out a few pieces from different rooms in the house. I think it looks great (photos to come) but the hubs was a bit surprised to come home from a week long work trip to see a dresser in the living room and our master bedroom benches as a coffee table. However, one must think outside the box (or is that just my completely stir crazy brain talking?). One thing I discovered I love that this house is lacking? A beautiful bookcase! The more I pinned the more I realized how much I loved the look of a bookcase which then reminded me of these photos I took at the Goss Michael Foundation with Krystal. Isn’t this bookcase dreamy? Although I don’t have near enough books to completely fill it, I love their use of magazines! Totally inspired! Now I just need some Vitamin D and fresh air!

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photos shot by Krystal Schlegel

Journey to Growth

I love getting deep with those I am meeting or those I already know. I find surface conversation and small talk to be an absolute bore. I know both are bound to happen in life and are unavoidable but really, if I can, I try to.  I really love to meet, learn about or from, and connect with interesting people who have more to say than, “Oh my gosh. Where did you get that bag?” Okay, I am totally guilty of asking that question but I do truly love to get to know people on another level. Ever since I was little I have studied – study the way people move, interact, dress, and who they are. I am notorious for asking a million questions (I get it from my dad) and trying to really figure out how everything works. What I love most about people – everyone has their own story. You just have to ask the right questions to find it out.

Lately I have been on a journey to connect and to really dig deeper. I am a FIRM believer in that everything happens for a reason. Certain instances in life (good or bad), people you meet, relationships you have, books you read – it all leads you to the path and growth you are supposed to take. Being that I ask a million questions there have always been two which have been off limits – Religion and Politics. Since I am very passionate about both it is a struggle for me to avoid these. Since I feel a tug toward digging into the spiritual side more, I’ve turned to religion to discuss. Yup, I have done the totally “un-PC” thing to do and started to ask those I admire their religious and or spiritual beliefs. Basically, what grounds them? Not that I want to judge or be judged in return, or that I want to try to sway them, but because I am genuinely interested. I have a real thirst to learn more and understand those around me. I think part of being on a “spiritual quest” means asking those you respect lots of questions and being open to what they say. I really believe everyone has a very unique and individual perspective on things and if you are open to listening to them, you may discover something you never knew.

I must admit – over the years I have been amazed at where my life events have taken me. I have been challenged, down, up, and opened. I have discovered new things and questioned old, but I have always known it is part of my “life’s journey.” It really is a beautiful circle. Maybe that is why I connect so much with travel – it just reinstates how many magical things there are yet to see or connect with in the world! One book in particular which I have fallen in love with is Soul Secrets by Miki Jacobs.  Trust me – I know this book probably isn’t for everyone but it was one of the first times I have read a book where I go, “Wow, this book is exactly what I need, at this exact time (all part of the plan).”

Since this post is probably the most raw I have written I have to admit – I am not quite sure why I felt the need to write it. But I did. All I am hoping is that at least one person out there connects to it and feels inspired to keep pursing their journey!

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