Lotus

I was shocked when I was in Target yesterday and saw Christina Aguilera has a new album out. This baby of mine is keeping me away from valuable information I tell you ;)

Anyway, I think I chose to wear this flowery dress today because I've been listening to "Lotus" (Miss Aguileras new album) and I like the symbolism behind the title;

"The lotus represents “an unbreakable flower that survives under the hardest conditions and still thrives”

Sometimes I feel like I need the strength of a lotus.

 Dress- Target

Leggings- Old Navy

Cardigan- GAP
Boots- Ross

Belt- Macys

Earrings- Gifted from Amanda

Ok, usually I hate "matchy matchy" stuff, but I am amazed at how my $3 shades match my outfit practically perfectly.

Sunglasses- 5 Below

Viva Barcelona!

Barcelona was one of the most inspiring places I have ever been. There is an electricity in the air that is almost tactile. Art is EVERYWHERE, on buildings, in parks, on people. 

I was completely in awe of the women in Spain. They were perfectly put together and looked like it was just a happy accident. There was no one who looked like they'd spent more than 10 minutes on their makeup; a red lip, or a kohl rimmed eye was enough.

I wanted every item of clothing that I saw in every shop window. There were hand painted silk harem pants, kimono sleeve blouses paired with cargo pants, chandelier earrings made out of wood. Everything was unexpected. 

I LOVED IT!

 Hat- Bill Hallman ( I soooo got my moneys worth on that purchase!)

Earrings- Anthropologie

Shirt- Forever 21+

 Gaudi inspired me so much!

At Park Guell;  Sunglasses- Forever 21

Earrings- Belk

It was so hot that this dress was the perfect choice for a walk/hike in the park!

Dress- Ross

Shoes- Steve Madden

Sunglasses- Forever 21

This was the greatest ice cream I've ever had in my life!

Shirt- Nordstrom Rack

 

By the end of the trip I was definitely embracing the style that I'd seen throughout Europe. My hair was less styled, my make up was simple and I felt so relaxed. 

Well, that was my vacation, I guess it will be back to normal outfits from here on out. I hope y'all enjoyed my vacation snaps.

Oz

Oz by dollfacedlynne featuring printed scarves

Gypsy style

My mum always sends me something lovely to wear for every Christmas and birthday. My birthday is July 4th, so I really shouldn't be wearing this at all yet, but I have my reasons ;)

I was so excited when I saw this dress as it's so perfect for Atlanta. It makes me feel like a gypsy (the kind in Cher songs, not on "My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding") I can totally read your Tarot cards if you'd like?

 

Dress- BHS (England)

Shoes-Torrid

Headband-Urban Outfitters

 I got this headband for $5 in the Urban Outfitters sale, it's so pretty, but I think the reason it was so cheap is that it leaves indents in your head! I had a mild headache after a couple of hours I'm not gonna lie. 

 Good job Mum!

This was perfect for drinking margaritas and gossiping with a good friend.

My nails really don't go with my outfit, but I don't care, they're polka dot for goodness sake!

My favorite dress

There are days when I don't know what to wear, days when someone asks me to do something randomly, or a day where I feel groggy or down. These are the days when I wear a dress. It's a no brainer because it's a complete outfit. I have a rack of dresses that I can wear to pretty much any occasion I can think of, the comfier the better.

Here's my favorite...



Dress- ASOS

Cardigan- Jigsaw (I'm so mad they closed :( )

Belt- braided t-shirt

Shoes- Anthropologie

Necklace- Vintage



I am so in love with these booties from Anthropologie.

I added the belt so that the eye is drawn to my neck line.

I was going out to lunch with a friend, so I decided to accessorize with 2 statement pieces; my boots and a long necklace. I have a dozen long necklaces in different colors because I feel like they elongate my body, I'm only 5'5, so I could use an extra inch or two :)

This dress is a little long for me, but I'd like to wear it with flip flops and a big floppy straw hat, or biker boots and a leather jacket if I were going to a bar or concert. I love the possibilities of an unfussy day dress!

Silly photo my husband took of me blowing kisses to the puppy that lives upstairs, he was barking up a storm when we were taking the photos.