Street Look Stripes

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Clean and precise stripes will take any city by storm.

I may or may not feel like a fashion referee or like a giant shoe lace in this get up but that’s okay. Sometimes being bold and standing out in the crowd isn’t always a bad thing. Lately I have been having a blast experimenting with pattern while still keeping my minimalist edge. Stripes in every form have been my “go to” lately, from dresses to tops to even denim: I can’t get enough of it.

I get a lot of my inspiration from We Wore What. Danielle has a way of making minimal outfitting a bit more fashion forward. She’s my current fashion icon when it comes to everyday street style. I think her biggest secret is confidence which is something that I have to work on daily. You’re not human if you no longer have any insecurities, am I right ladies?

What pattern or piece of clothing makes you feel confident?

With love,

©Karissa Marie

Wearing:

Dress (Similar HERE and HERE) Shoes. Sunglasses.

Foundation (NEW!)

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Dressed To Impress

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Happy Friday!

Or maybe not so much. I’ve spent the day sick in bed so since I’m already here on my laptop watching Grey’s Anatomy, I wanted to put up a blog post. My runny nose and all wanted to say hi. So…hi.

 Typing, writing, blogging, journaling: all of these things can be the best remedy when you’re feeling down. Another way I like to stay upbeat and cheerful is by dressing up. I don’t know why it is but putting on my favorite red lipstick and sliding into a chic dress makes feel all brand new again. I don’t dress to impress others, I dress to impress myself. To remind myself that I’m good enough, I’m beautiful and I’m worth it. Sometimes that’s all a girl needs is to feel confident and good about themselves. Us women should empower each other more, rather than pick apart our imperfections. The one thing I cannot stand more than anything is negativity. Positivity and good energy is what I like to surround myself with. That and a good pair of heels.

The chic design of this dress made me feel like a winner. I wore this on a date night out with my soon to be husband and I loved being in it every second of the night. I also did not feel guilty chowing down a massive hamburger because the cut of the dress is made perfect for a full belly. I can’t wait to bring this number on my honeymoon, wherever that may be. Wyatt planned the honeymoon from start to finish and I won’t know where we are going until we get the airport. It better be warm and I better be done with this cold.

With love,

©Karissa Marie

Dress. Jacket. Purse. Shoes.

Lipstick. Foundation.

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Pumpkin Patch

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I had no idea I would ever be the type to get excited to go to the pumpkin patch. I’ve been dying to go to one since the beginning of October but due to a busy schedule, no sleep, and the sun going down at 5:30pm, I just haven’t been able to. Wyatt and I finally got a day off together since we went to New York in August and we were so thrilled to spend it at a pumpkin patch. We felt like such outcasts because everyone was there with their little families. Wyatt and I have our own little family, just me and him, and we’re happy. We are already planning on having a bigger family of our own very soon so seeing all the nuggets there at the patch was a reminder of what we might possibly have next October and… WE CAN’T WAIT!

Our first day off together began with a short and sweet doctors appointment for me that went very well. Afterwards, we went to our favorite breakfast spot called “Snooze” where I got the best thing on their menu: a breakfast burrito. Mmm. So good. We came straight home and watched a few episodes of our latest addiction, “Sons of Anarchy.” I know, I was surprised just as much as you probably are, but we’re actually liking it so far. I doubt it will be as good as Breaking Bad though. After the show, we took a nap because what is October without a little mid-day nap? Then we got dressed and ready to head to the pumpkin patch! The rest of our evening was spent relaxing in our pj’s (which is my all time favorite thing to do) and eating junk food and watching more television. I can only pray that we continue to have more relaxing days off together. It’s so nice to just recharge with our best friend, isn’t it?

With love,

©Karissa Marie

SHOP MY LOOK! 

Dress. Necklace. Boots. Sweater.

MY MAKEUP LOOK!

Foundation. Lipstick. Blush.

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Chunky Sweater Weather

IMG_1092 IMG_1114 IMG_1080 IMG_1079 IMG_1097 IMG_1116Could it be? Could it be that it’s officially that time of chunky sweater weather, hot chocolate and pumpkin pie? YES IT IS. We wait all year long for these cozy moments and in an instant they’re gone. Christmas is just two months from today and that’s just hard for me to take in. I barely had a chance to soak in the beautiful fall trees. It’s like they were here for a weekend and left. Regardless of how fast Fall goes, I’ll be soaking it in, every chilly breath at a time. It’s time to get cozy and to get comfy because that’s the name of the game when it comes to outfitting in Autumn. I do not accept anything less or more as long as I am comfortable because there is nothing worse than being un-comfy and cold. NOTHING.

With love,

©Karissa Marie

SHOP MY LOOK! 

Sweater (Similar) (Similar) (Similar). Jeans.

SHOP MY MAKEUP LOOK! 

Foundation. Lipstick.

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Alexa Chung Inspired

IMG_1056 IMG_1058 IMG_1065 IMG_1070 IMG_1053 IMG_1050Alexa Chung is not only a modern day muse but one of my biggest fashion inspirations. Along with Miroslava Duma, We Wore What and many many others, Alexa Chung is on the list of influencers for us fashion bloggers. There are many qualities and talents that she possesses but the most recent is becoming a fashion designer. She’s collaborated with Anthropologie before and each time I’m blown away by the structure and 70’s chic design. She’s famous for center buttons and bringing back denim.

So here I am sporting my Alexa Chung inspired denim shirtdress for nearly half the price. I love it when that happens. The website paired these rust colored suede booties with it and I couldn’t resist. Why just buy the dress when you can buy the whole package. Both are now staples in my wardrobe and they could also be staples in yours! Below are the links to purchase your very own Alexa Chung for less.

With Love,

©Karissa Marie

SHOP MY LOOK! 

Shirtdress. Booties. Lipstick.

Alexa Chung-> Dress. Mini Skirt. Overalls.

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