SPOTTED: Courtney Loves Dallas.

So it should be no surprise to you people that I might quite possibly have a maj girl crush on a Texas gal on Bravo. I have loved Courtney Kerr's style since her debut on Most Eligible Dallas. And I feel like fashion bloggers everywhere have been utterly obsessed ever since! The elements that are essential to her style, I think, are lots of leopard, a great shoe, curled hair and a teasing comb. 

Her new show, Courtney Loves Dallas, is the perfect blend of blog life, southern charm and some of the best one liners EVER. I feel that we are going to learn all of life's truly important lessons, like what to wear when seeing an ex, how to have SICK dance moves and how to best chat with your clothes. Here are some lessons we have learned so far. 

All images from Courtney Loves Dallas Facebook Page.

For all y'all out there that don't know, you can now buy baubles that were handpicked by this sassy gal. To create that over the top in the best way possible, from BaubleBar. I chose this stunner. 

Y'all can watch Courtney Loves Dallas on Bravo, Thursdays at 10pm. Come get addicted with me! 

spotted: kids section strikes again.

Vest: Old Navy, kids section ($7 in store). Button down: Old Navy. Denim: Old Navy. 

Booties: H&M (ancient, similar) Necklace: H&M Sunnies: Guess, (similar)

There are very few times that I hate being short. When I can't reach something on one of the higher shelves in the kitchen, or when Forever 21 decides to put the most amaze dress where only 7 feet tall women can reach, and when the mall security look at me like I am under 16 and need to be looking for my mommy. Talk about frustrating. 

I do have to say, there are wayy more perks than cons however. I can wear really tall shoes, I get carded wherever I go, people automatically think I'm just too cute, and I never have to worry about a man being too short. Another thing I have recently figured out is that I can shop in the kids section. This may sound ridiculous but many don't realize that the bigger kids size shoes are actually the same as the smallest women's shoes. SCORE. 

While Black Friday weekend shopping, my sis, mom and I ventured into Old Navy desperate for some deals. We got my sis a few jackets, some workout wear and me absolutely nothing. We went into the kids section to look for something for a Tacky Christmas Party that Erin was hosting at her house in the Boro when I found this gem of a vest. Erin dared me to try it on, clearly she was doubting my ability to fit into a XL kids puffy vest. It was amaze, had pockets and was 50% off the already discounted price. After months of hunting for the perfect vest, I had finally found it! 

Savannah weather is kind of a mess, literally it was like 82 degrees one day last week, so I never really want to invest much into winter trendy items like a puffy vest. Gotta prioritize. 

Photos by Marianne Lucille Photography

spotted:Target strikes again & collab with whim of the south.

I have a confession. I am a Target addict. It is something I have struggled with for a very long time, but I feel like we are close enough now that I can reveal this secret. A few weeks ago I found these beauties in the sale section. I saw the price ($11 BTW), got too excited, tried them on and that smile turned upside down. I really needed a half size bigger, so with my happiness balloon deflated, I decided to leave these crazy good looking pumps. 

Before you get too sad, later that day I saw an Instagram photo from a fellow SBSociety blogger, Whim of the South, of these shoes. Immediately we get into a Twitter chat about them, that prompted me to run to Target the second it opened the following day and pray to the shoe gods that they were still there. Clearly it was destiny since they now sit in my closet in all their gorg burgundy red glory. And like they say, beauty is pain. For the sake of the shoe, I will deal with the half size too small situation.They are absolutely the perfect holiday shoe.

Here are my new gal pal and author of Whim of the South's looks. Isn't she adorbs?!

Those textured tights! I love em. Accessories are really the most fun part about most outfits, so why wear boring solid tights when you could be rocking a great patterned pair! DUH. 

You really can't go wrong with a good LBD. They are crazy classic and chic for a holiday party! And throw on a great little fur vest, hello DIVA. Top the whole look off with the perf red lip to match our fab Target find!! 

Now that you've seen this adorable girl, check out her blog. Presh! 

The first look I wanted was one that screamed a fabulous friend holiday party. Like my current reality tv obsession/bestie if we ever met in real life Courtney Kerr said in the last episode...."I'm all about a jumpsuit. Jumpsuits don't scare me."

Jumpsuit, on crazy sale at Urban Outfitters (similar). Shoes: Target (obvi). Sunnies: Asos 

Watch: Marc Jacobs

Second look was more for NYE. Usually New Year's is thought of as sparkles, sparkles and more sparkles. I decided to break out this super fun feather skirt as a different way of adding texture and FUN without going the obvious route. And all white everything is super fun. 

Blazer: H&M (similar). Tee: Forever 21. Feather skirt: H&M (old, super cute one from Shop Dandy). 

Necklace: H&M (similar). Nails: Essie, Sure Shot. 

 My photos by Marianne Lucille Photography

spotted: my bieber shoes.

Leather Jacket: H&M (old, similar) Tank: Forever 21 Pants: Gap (old, similar) Scarf: World Market

Shoes: Target (old, similar) Sunnies: Asos (Ray-ban version) 

When the sneaker wedge first came out, I will have to admit I was NOT a fan. I didn't understand why someone would want to velcro their tennis shoes and throw in a few inches of height. Just made no sense. You can't run in those. And I have a strict no athletic wear with denim, so clearly I was completely against the this. Then I went to Target....which we all know is the end. Target makes you find things you don't want or need and then all of the sudden you are home, unloading a full car of all this random nonsense. These sneaks included. 

Granted I got them on sale, but when I tried these puppies on, y'all I was changed. I figured out they aren't really that bad. Kind of fun. And you can in fact run in them. Every time I have gone out, they are the topic of conversation. My loving friends call them my Bieber shoes. I most definitely have an addiction, I am basically stalking the all black pair at Target. Just waiting for them to go on sale! 

Do any of y'all feel the way I do about these terrible, but awesome footwear?

In other news......I am beyond excited for the second episode of Courtney Loves Dallas. If you haven't had the joy of watching the first one, get to Bravo NOW and do it. She is literally all that I aspire to be in life. All wrapped up in a hilarious bow. Things I have learned from her so far....wear a sweater with a giant cat on it when you know you're going to see your ex and that although it has been wayyy too long since I've had a boyfriend, clothes & fashion will always be there. 

Meet CK here. 

Photos by Marianne Lucille Photography

spotted: my very first collaboration, ever!

I am beyond excited to announce my very FIRST collaboration on the blog today!! It is with a fab lady I met through the Lucky Community. She is beyond adorable, and has the cutest daughter pretty much ever. She wears the cutest headbands and these moccasins I just really want in my own grown-up closet! (Yes, I do stalk her & her baby on instagram, whoops.) We decided to collaborate and immediately the color cobalt blue popped into conversation. I had another outfit planned, which was going to include a big statement piece, so clearly great minds almost think alike! Samantha does such a great job of mixing the color in so many ways, that all mesh really well...and can we talk about her DIY'd heels! I can't even. Meet my lovely new blogger BFF. I am utterly convinced we would be totally be real life besties.   

Hi, I'm Samantha! I'm a Mom to the sweetest 2 year old in the world, a Wife to my high school sweetheart, a Beauty & Fashion lover, DIY'er, Product Junkie, Interior Decorating Obsessed, Foodie, Traveller, and Author of PLAYDATES + PEARLS.

Jeans: H&M. Polka-dot Shirt: Old Navy. Sweater: Old Navy. Necklace: (similar). Shoes: DIY'd from old pair of nude heels (GENIUS lady!!). Scarf: Souvenir from Paris. Jacket: Guess, last year (similar).

I chose to style cobalt blue in subtle ways by layering jewelry, a scarf, and pumps onto a very simple and casual outfit. This is such an easy and effortless look that could be recreated with items you probably already own, as well as easily transitioned from day to night. Grab a collared shirt (or steal one of your husbands if he's not an XL to your S...or vice-versa), throw a sweater over it, and top your look off with any statement necklace, heels, or scarf in cobalt blue or a color of your choosing. Viola! Bring flats with you if you're going out in sky-high heels. I always pack a pair of Dr Scholls foldable flats in black.

BONUS! You can enter to win a gorgeous blue ombre scarf from Samantha! How awesome is that?! 

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To see how I styled the color cobalt check out Samantha's blog, PLAYDATES + PEARLS and say hi! 

SPOTTED: Hello Anthropologie.

WELCOME TO SAVANNAH ANTHRO. I will start by saying that my hometown is absolutely beautiful. With its cobblestone streets, mossy oak trees, hole in the wall restaurants and charming homes. However, for many many years we have been sorely lacking in the shopping department. My high school years would have benefitted greatly by the additions we have made so far. What I would have given for an Urban Outfitters, Francesca's and a decent Forever 21. We had American Eagle and Gadzooks. Y'all...tell me you remember the original Forever.

Anywho, on Black Friday, Savannah made a HUGE leap in the fashion world and our downtown district has never looked better. Hello Anthropologie. I have always loved just browsing the gorgeous clothes and home decor at the five million they have in Atlanta, but this one puts them all to shame! With its quaint rooms, awesome smells and cool charm I have literally died and gone to heaven. It is two stories and every square inch is something to dissect. Sensory overload. Here are some snaps of my favorite things.

Tropicalist Shift. $148 and the most perfect holiday look. Thick black tights, black booties and a huge chunky necklace. Or throw on a leather jacket for a cool NYE vibe. 

Your iPhone needs a little lovin' every once in a while too! Mon Chien iPhone 5 & 5S. $38

Don't mess with a girl and her accessories. This is the making of the most perfect stack ever. 

Had to have. I mean, it matches my nails. Melisma Ring. $28

Pretty. I love a good fitted blouse, like this one. 

Wishbone bottle opener, how adorable!? $14 Absolutely perfect touch for a bar cart.

Look no further for the most perfect winter hats ever. I couldn't find this one online, but here is another favorite! 

This maxi is on sale. That is all. 

If you are in the Savannah area, check this store out. But make sure to alot plenty of time to take it all in. If you don't live here, come and visit. It's that good. 

Photos by Marianne Lucille Photography

spotted: thanks.

Hope your holiday weekend was as fabulous and fun as mine! I find that time with family, especially the family you don't get to see very often is always perfect. You are reminded why you are the way you are, and get to experience the hilarity that comes with having a diverse group of people under one roof. My Thanksgiving includes people from both sides of my family, all at my house. We have had every Thanksgiving and Christmas celebration gathering at my house for as long as I can remember. Which is both awesome and completely tiresome. We always end up crowded around the tv in the living room watching old home videos, or a movie. One year we had everyone on the edge of their seats while watching SpiceWorld. Oh yes. No lie.

Mom's side of the fam. Cousin love.

Selfies with my sis. Klassy. 

Dad's side of the fam.

Fur: Banana Republic (shared by my mom, me & sis) Sweater: J Crew outlet Jeans: Urban Outfitters Booties: H&M (old) Necklace: J Crew Outlet 

So obviously fur and a looser fitting sweater were my go-tos when thinking of an outfit that could take me through a huge plate of food, tons of dessert and a trip to see Catching Fire and get popcorn, because we haven't had enough food. Obvi. Comfy and casual was the name of the game. 

The holidays are also about great friends. This lady is no exception. Moving back to Savannah, which has been all kinds of intimidating, being around people you haven't seen in 5-10 years. Literally. It can be quite the click-y town, this chick has been my rock. I absolutely don't know what I would do without her. And every brunette needs their blonde right?!

Now on to a favorite topic of mine....shopping. I know, I know...this is shocking. A blogger loving all things fashion and shopping and deals!? WHAT! But anywho, what were some of y'all's scores from the weekend?! 

I have been on the hunt for the perfect puffer vest all season. Don't ask why, but I just really wanted one. While at Old Navy yesterday grabbing some yoga pants and other workout gear with my mom and sis I stumbled upon this gem in the girls section. We were in the little girls section searching for the perfect tacky christmas party outfit for my sister when I stopped dead in my tracks. At 30% off of $9.99 this baby was mine. Hello little girl XL. No shame in my game. 

For Cyber Monday there are all kinds of great deals! A couple I can't wait to take full advantage of:

BaubleBar: 20% off purchase with code CYBER20 or play Cyber Savings Smash for more discounts!!

Asos: 30% off everything with code GIMMIEMORE

Forever 21: 50% off all boots & bag-----FREE SHIPPING-----50% off all sale

LET THE SHOPPING BEGIN.