Sunday, June 18, 2017
The Perfect Flare
Happy Father's day! We had a wonderful day celebrating my dad! We enjoyed steaks by the pool and then went swimming afterwards. The look above is one of my very favorites, and I am so excited to share it with you guys! First, this hair style was completed in 3 minutes, and is the perfect hair style for curly damp pool hair. I have natural wavy hair and it has been incredibly humid here in VA the last few days, and my hair is unstoppable. I can't do anything with my hair when it's humid, so I decided to throw it up into a braid crown. This is my very first time completing this look, and I honestly LOVE IT! I am wearing my barefoot blonde hair extensions to add length to complete this look. Second, these pants are to die for. I am currently OBSESSED with extra flare jeans. I think they are so classic. I always try and add a little pop of color when wearing flare jeans so I like adding scarfs to my pants. I like wearing colorful earrings to create a better look. Also, can we talk about this purse? I am a huge fan of anything rattan. This rattan purse was under $25 and it look identical to the J.Crew one that cost $80! I bought the above rattan purse at Tjmaxx. Let's be honest Tjmaxx is bae!
I hope everyone has a wonderful week!
Outfit Details:
Pants: Tjmaxx
Purse: Tjmaxx
Earrings: Target
Shirt: Tjmaxx
Shoes: Tjmaxx
Sunglasses: Loft
Scarf: Ann Taylor
xoxo,
Skyler
Thursday, June 8, 2017
The Pom Pom Dress
Happy Thursday!
I am so happy tomorrow is Friday! Chad is going to be out of town, which means this girl gets to relax all weekend. I need a break! I feel like I have been going none stop since April. I hope all of you get to relax this weekend as well.
The above outfit is a find at the Jcrew Clearance sale back in March! I knew when I saw this puppy I had to get it. (It was only $15, I repeat $15) I have always been the type to clearance shop ALWAYS! I do not buy anything full price. Since I went to Liberty University JCrew's main headquarters is in lynchburg, which meant all the Liberty students got the sale stuff (I wasn't complaining). This hair style is one of my favorites because on a hot summer day it's a easy style to keep away from your face (and super cute). I am wearing barefoot blonde hair to give my ponytail a little extra volume. Once I completed the ponytail I just wrapped a few extra pieces around the pony tail holder to give it a softer look.
Other details:
Jacket: J.Crew
Dress: J.Crew
Shoes: TJmaxx
Purse: Talbots
Hair: Barefoot Blonde
Earrings: Kendra Scott
xoxo,
Skyler
Monday, June 5, 2017
Soon to be Simmons
Happy Monday everyone!
As most of you know I am ENGAGED!!!!! I can't believe I finally get to say that! I have got lots of questions on how he proposed. This blog post is all about Chad and I, and how we met, and then I will get into the proposal. So on March 29th 2013, Chad and I were "set up" by my uncle. I met Chad at a church Easter play (the church I know attend). I went to Halesford Baptist to watch the Easter production, and who would have ever thought that is where I would meet husband? My uncle, Chads family, and I went to Wendy's after the Easter play and grabbed something quick and sat down and talked the rest of the evening. I guess that is when Chad figured out he wanted to ask me out on a date. After that night we were together everyday. Fun Fact: My aunt always told me to pray specifics, and God will give it to you if he wants you to have it. So I prayed that the lord would send me a cowboy who loves Jesus and he gave me just that!!!!!! Jesus is so cool. I am very thankful I get to marry someone who loves Jesus and puts him first.
Now its time for the proposal!
On August 27th 2017 Chad Simmons asked me to marry him. How? Funny story. Actually it's not that funny but I sure do love that man. August 27th was a Saturday and Chad told me he wanted to go for a boat ride early that morning, so that is what we did. We took the boat out and stopped and got lunch and ate on the water (that was fun). After we ate lunch Chad took me to a cove and asked me " what I got him for his birthday" (his birthday was 4 days before this). I responded "I haven't got you anything yet, I told you I would let you pick it out". He said,"What if I told you I wanted to marry you as my birthday gift". WOW WOW WOW! I did not see that coming. Chad got down on one knee and asked me to marry him. Side note: I said yes before he even asked!!!! After that amazing surprise we met our friends at one of the nicest restaurants on Smith Mountain Lake and celebrated the evening. That was the BEST day of my entire life and I am so happy I get to become a Simmons.
Wedding date: September 9th of THIS year.
The above pictures were taken by: Josh Taylor
xoxo,
Skyler
Wednesday, May 31, 2017
Espadrilles
Happy Wednesday!
Today is a wonderful day because I received the best package in the mail ever! I finally upgraded cameras. I officially am now a proud owner of a Canon 5D Mark iii with a 35mm 1.4 lens. Let me tell you, I HAVE BEEN MISSING OUT. I can't believe I have waited this long to buy a 5D. I have photographed multiple weddings these past few weekends and I decided that I needed an upgrade. I know I am capable of creating even better images, but it took me awhile to figure out I had to have the equipment to do so. Also, if you have't figured out yet, I AM ENGAGED!!!!! Yes, I said it, ENGAGED! OHHHHH and I am getting married September 9th of THIS year!!!!! Let's just say I am going to be a busy girl.
Anyways, the above outfit is one of my summer favorites. I am such a shoe freak and I always want the newest trend that is out. These tie up espadrilles are perfect with ANYTHING!
Outfit Details:
Shirt: Tjmaxx
Skirt: Target
Shoes: Tjmaxx
Sunglasses: Loft
Purse: Old Navy
xoxo,
Skyler
Monday, May 8, 2017
The Elsa Braid
I call this the Elsa Braid, and that is because it reminds me of a Disney Princess. This hairstyle is so simple to complete. This took less than 4 minutes to do!!!! I love learning how to do quick and easy hairstyles. This makes my mornings a lot easier. Here are 5 easy steps to complete this look:
1. I pull my hair back into a low ponytail but I leave a little piece out (So I can hide the hair tie)
2. Wrap the extra hair around the hair tie. I connect the hair into the hair tie I am all ready wearing.
3. Braid the ponytail a little over halfway down.
4. This is the most IMPORTANT step. If you want a thick looking braid it is so important to pull apart your braids.
5. I pull out extra pieces of hair to cover my ears (this is optional).
Shop this look
Dress: Ghbass
Shoes: Madewell
Scarf: Old Navy
Purse: Old Navy
Hair: Barefoot Blonde Extensions (color Sandy Blonde)
Xoxo,
Skyler
Sunday, May 7, 2017
April Showers Bring May Flowers
Happy Sunday! I
hope everyone has had an amazing weekend. It has been a cold one here in VA. I
had to pull out my winter coat to keep warm. Thank goodness the weather didn't
kill my plants! I spent the weekend with my boyfriend's family, so I have been
away from my house all weekend. The only good thing about being gone from home
for a few days is when I return I have lots of things to pick from in the
garden.
I have been
getting lots of asparagus lately, but man do I LOVE it! Asparagus is by far my
favorite vegetable. I cook my Asparagus in the oven on 350 for 18 minutes. I
add olive oil, salt, pepper, parmesan cheese, and lemon juice. I highly
recommend trying it! Also, if you ever want to plant something that keeps
growing all summer, asparagus does just that.
These beautiful
May Flowers can brighten up any home.
Here are a few
ways to place your flowers around your home:
1. A table composition made from
eggshells and flowers looks really springy and fresh. You can also add green
twigs, pebbles, dried flowers, or any other decorations. You can even
replace the eggshells with sea-shells of different sizes.
2. Making
a wooden box or tray into a hanging shelf is not that hard
to do. Such shelves with flower pots inside of them look perfect
in country houses or Provence-style kitchens.
3. Any
grass or small flowers in a basket will create a cozy
atmosphere in your home. Inside, you should put some treated sponge
to help preserve the freshness of the plants.
4. Blossoms
of an apricot or cherry tree in simple glassware will bring
spring right into your home. You can take twigs that only have buds and they
will bloom in your house, giving off a sweet smell.
Xoxo,
Skyler
Tuesday, May 2, 2017
Barefoot Blonde Hair
I am so excited for today's blog post because it is the launch of a new category! I am adding Hair to the blog! I will be showing different ways to do braids, curls, and everything in between! I have the best hair stylist in the world (Amanda Taylor) and she always keeps me stylish! I wanted to try something different with my hair, so I stepped out of my comfort zone and bought Barefoot Blonde hair Extensions! Yes, I said it ....HAIR EXTENSIONS! The amazing Amber Fillerup is my all time favorite blogger, and she created her own extension line and I had to get them! I am in love! My hair is pretty long all ready but I needed to add some thickness to create the braids I wanted. I highly recommend these extensions and they are very easy to cover. Checkout her website at www.barefootblondehair.com
The style above is a simple french braid. Once the hair is braided pull it apart to make it look extra thick. I added two rubber bands to the bottom of the braid to add more detail.
I am excited to launch this new category on my blog! I hope you enjoy it as well.
xoxo,
Skyler
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