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   So about 2 weeks ago I purchased a very similar top from Express (it's slightly different and I still LOVE it, don't get me wrong). But this off shoulder Gingham blouse was a SUPER FIND from Gabe's! If you follow my Blog or my Instagram you probably saw how my Gingham "obsession" started, with the dress from Mike's Grandmother. (If you missed it, check it out because it is a gorgeous dress)! But back to this awesomely cute and comfy top, which I will be wearing all Fall! I walked into Gabe's last Friday to find some earrings for date night (the ones I am wearing here). I spotted my high-waist jeans that I posted Saturday and this top. I wish I had a link to share so you could purchase it but I did find some similar tops and attached the links (at bottom).            Here are some links to similar tops from other stores:   http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?Br=F21&Category=top_blouses&ProductID=2000160

I posted this over the weekend and just like I promised...here are some of my favorite Gingham looks for the Summer from Express! I can't believe how this pattern never goes out of style!! https://www.express.com/clothing/women/gingham-asymmetrical-bow-sheath-dress/pro/07852005/cat1910048 https://www.express.com/clothing/women/gingham-lacetoup-cotton-midi-dress/pro/07850477/cat3400008 These next 2 you could wear together or with a solid separate! I recently purchased the off shoulder top and I'm considering going back to purchase the shorts! I think it would be a fun playsuit/romper look! https://www.express.com/clothing/women/gingham-ruffle-mini-skirt/pro/08217668/cat2011 https://www.express.com/clothing/women/gingham-one-shoulder-puff-sleeve-top/pro/08653341/cat430028 https://www.express.com/clothing/women/high-waisted-gingham-print-sash-waist-shorts/pro/03014458/cat1910070 https://www.express.com/clothing/women/gingham-cold-shou

Here's a look at some of my favorite dresses from the Nordstrom Early Access Sale!  Best part is....like my dress, THEY HAVE POCKETS!!!!  I never understand why they make women's clothing without pockets or with faux pockets.  Hope you find something you like! And hurry because the  Sale ends TOMORROW! http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/diane-von-furstenberg-a-line-dress/4558501?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&fashioncolor=IVORY http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/ayr-the-linen-utility-wrap-dress/4678040?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&fashioncolor=SILVER%20FOX http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/eliza-j-two-piece-dress-regular-petite/4565947?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&fashioncolor=QUARRY http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/astr-gabriella-cold-shoulder-dress/4536781?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&fashioncolor=RED http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/st-john-collection-aadi-tweed-knit-dress/4606760?origin=keywordsearch-personalizeds

Summer is a time for relaxing, easy breezy looks. Hit the beach or the streets of the City in flowy fabrics for a guaranteed good time! Here's a look at some of my favorite white Summer dresses all at amazing prices from us.Shein.com Take this classic white anywhere! From Jet Set with a cute pair of flats to shopping in Chicago, this easy breezy sweetie is sure to get plenty of wear! Pair it with short boots and a dark handbag for fall, who says white is just for Spring and Summer?! http://us.shein.com/White-Long-Sleeve-Split-Maxi-Dress-p-238476-cat-1727.html Watercolor floral, is there anything more feminine and beautiful for Spring/Summer?! Perfect for backyard BBQ's, outdoor parties or strolling the streets of Paris! http://us.shein.com/Florals-Embossed-Fit-Flare-Dress-p-351557-cat-1727.html I would totally wear this in the fall with some gray over the knee boots! (by the way I'm still searching for some). Or short boots and some fun printed leggings!

I had the incredible honor of receiving an invite from Louis Vuitton to see the new Tambour Horizon Watch! Let me tell you how amazing this watch is! It is similar to the iwatch only more sleek in design and easier to use. The Specialist showed me how it links with both Apple and Android phones and it was amazingly simple! Also, you can switch out the band in almost every color and material they offer in their handbag line. I tried it on because it looks heavy due to its large size, but looks can be deceiving and this definitely was the case. It's light weight and extremely comfortable (in fact I only had it on for 5 minutes and felt naked once I took it off) As far as size, once it's on your wrist it actually does not look that large! I like the rubber band it comes with (comes in small, medium and large band sizes; I have an average wrist so medium would probably be perfect for me) but I could definitely see purchasing another band for weekends or fancy occasions. The bands

So for a really good friend's Birthday, I had some fun creating a box of 5 items for her to mix and match; kind of like Stitch Fix or one of the by mail fashion subscriptions. All of what I purchased for Julie was from Gabe's (because I'm obsessed with the great things I find there on a weekly basis)! It started out as a just for fun, creative idea for my friend, then I decided it would be a great post for my blog. I hope you enjoy it as much as Julie did! This is what her "Chic Find" looked like:                                                                              (description of items)                                       (photos of items mixed and matched)                                                                                                (gift receipt, because chic happens) Up close photos of the outfit in case you missed them on my Instagram:          And may I add she ROCKED the floral dress on when we went out on Sat