Diary

This time last week I was coming to you live from Snovid ’21 and this week it was in the 80s two different days and I wore shorts to walk the dogs. The weather is as confused as the rest of us.

But I’m clearly thinking about spring and summer at this point because this week is heavy on white shirts. Granted, most of them come in other colors, but I am drawn to a white shirt like the proverbial moth to a flame.

Here are some cute things I found this week:

1. universal thread julianna cork wedges

I saw these in Target and they stopped me in my tracks. They are the cutest wedges and look much more expensive than just $39.99.

2. a new day striped pants

I also saw these pants in person and they are super cute. They are soft and flowy which are two qualities I appreciate in a pair of pants. Oh, and they have an elastic waistband.

They come in some solid options as well, but I love this stripe. They are $25.

3. old navy scoop-neck tunic tee

These Old Navy tees continue to be my favorite. They’re a great length, super soft and come in a bunch of color options.

They are $24.99 but an extra 20% off with code SWEET.

4. square neck eyelet top

Gap has an eyelet top every year, but this one is especially cute. It reminds me of much pricier tops at Anthropologie.

It’s on sale for $48 but an extra 20% off with code YOURS at checkout. It comes in several color options.

5. gap linen boyfriend shirt

I cannot resist a good boyfriend button down shirt. You can wear it with leggings or over a swimsuit or tied at the waist with jeans or shorts. It’s just a great versatile basic.

This one is $59.95 but an extra 20% off with code YOURS at checkout. It also comes in a beige flax color.

6. madewell whisper cotton striped crewneck tee

Madewell makes great tees and this striped one is a winner. It’s $24.50.

7. madewell tassled bucket bag

I think this bag is so pretty. I love the tassel detail.

It’s $178 but 25% off with code FAVES.

8. where we’re going white ditsy floral top

I know. Another white top. But they’re all unique in their own way. I really love this one.

It’s $44.

9. free people sweetheart sweater

I enjoy a white sweater to transition into warmer months and this one is really cute and has good reviews.

It’s normally $78 but on sale for $50.08 and it comes in other colors.

10. onitsuka tiger new york

I feel like all I wear most of the time these days are sneakers so I’m looking for some good spring options. These are such a pretty color and on sale for $75.99. They also come in black and white

But I also love these tretorn rawlins 3 sneakers.

They are $85.

And these gola sneakers are so retro and fun. They come in a bunch of color options and even some fun prints.

They are $65.

That’s it for today.

Have a good Friday.

Y’all.

I had no idea.

Last Friday I knew that the forecast was calling for freezing temps and wintry precipitation but those things have turned out to be ALL LIES at previous junctures in my life so I kind of went into it with a whole “I’ll believe it when I see it” attitude.

And let me tell you, I now believe.

It has truly been a once in a lifetime weather event. We’ve had temperatures lower than any I remember in my lifetime as a Texas and, not one, but TWO SNOW DAYS in one week. When Perry woke up me up Thursday morning to let me know it was snowing, I jumped out of bed because I didn’t want to miss it. Little did I know it would actually snow the whole entire day non-stop.

But on a serious note, it’s been a hard week for my beloved Texas. There are many ways to help and places to donate if you feel so inclined. My friend Erin Moon has a great highlight on her Instagram here that has a lot of different ways you can help those in need.

Anyway, here are some cute things I found this week. My fashion advice at this juncture should be taken with a large grain of salt considering I’ve spent most of this week alternating between pajama pants, old fleeces and two pairs of leggings.

1. delphine ruffled eyelet top

Anthropologie has a bunch of their spring tops on sale right now. I love this one in particular. It’s so pretty without being overly frilly.

It’s normally $98 but on sale for $78.40 for a limited time and also comes in white.

2. zesica turtleneck batwing sleeve sweater

This Amazon sweater is truly great. It’s super soft and so easy to just throw on with jeans or sweatpants or leggings.

It’s $29.99 and it comes in a bunch of different colors.

3. chrissa tiered mini dress

This seems like it good be a dress for summer that’s a sweatpant equivalent. It’s $88 and comes in several color options.

4. j.crew gingham button up

I love a gingham button up for the spring and summer. They are perfect with everything from shorts to jeans to a cute skirt.

This one is on sale for $34.50. It also comes in navy.

5. free people take a spin tunic

I cannot resist a Free People tunic and this one is really good. It’s $108 and it also comes in a maroon color that I feel like I might need for Aggie sporting events in my future.

6. nanette lepore pleated sleeveless dress

Nordstrom Rack has some really great dresses on sale right now and this one caught my eye. I feel like it has real potential.

It’s on sale for $44.97 and it also comes in navy.

7. free people cyprus ave overalls

These are my favorite thing of the week. I feel like I need to own them. A wide legged overall? YES PLEASE.

They are $128 and come in several color options.

8. pilcro norah pintucked blouse

Anthropologie has a simple chambray button up on sale right now if you prefer that, but I really love this pintucked blouse version. It’s just a little bit dressier and kind of different from the norm.

It’s on sale for $68.60 for a limited time.

9. maeve rachael floral buttondown

I realize these sleeves seem large, but this is the trend. And I think this top could be so cute with some wide-legged crop jeans and wedges.

It’s on sale for $68.60.

10. sorel 1964 premium boots

Perry bought me these boots for Christmas years ago even though they seemed kind of wintery for a girl who lives in South Texas. I kept them because Caroline plays soccer on a lot of cold and wet days, but they have really earned their stripes this past week. I cannot tell you how warm and dry my feet have been no matter how many walks we’ve taken. They are solid gold and on sale for $127.50.

That’s it for this week.

Have a good Friday.

Also, it’s supposed to be in the 70s here by next week. I’ll take it.

Here’s a live look at me this weekend.

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I realize there are some of you that live in places that regularly see freezing weather and icy precipitation, but it’s a real novelty when you live in South Texas. This is evidenced by the fact all kinds of things have been canceled due to the wintry forecast even though none of it has actually happened yet.

But, true confession, I kind of love the cold weather and am desperately hoping for some snow. Why? So I can post about it on Instagram.

Here are some cute things I found this week. Just know that Nordstrom is having a big sale and it’s worth your time to go look around.

1. zella restore soft pocket leggings

These are unfortunately not on sale, but they are so good. They fit like a legging with the look of a jogger and are so flattering.

They are $65.

2. chelsea28 cowl neck sweater

This sweater has been one of my favorite purchases of 2021. It’s super soft and a little oversized. I like that it’s a shorter length but not cropped so a normal person can wear it. It looks cute with everything from joggers to jeans and is easily dressed up or down.

It’s 58% off and on sale for $28.97 and comes in a bunch of color options.

3. sorel out ‘n about waterproof booties

I think these are the cutest little booties and so warm.

They’re 40% off and on sale for $54.

4. treasure & bond crewneck pullover

This is another great basic sweater. It’s slightly oversized, super soft and comes in a bunch of color options.

It’s on sale for $28.97.

5. steve madden transport studded strappy sandal

This weekend does not make me think about wearing sandals, but these were my favorites last summer. They are so cute and come in several color options.

They are on sale for $59 and normally $79.95.

6. tory burch casual zip up bootie

Listen. These are still pricey even though they’re on sale, but they are a great classic bootie. I really love them and they’ll last forever. I don’t need them but wanted to show them in case maybe you were hoping a good Tory Burch bootie would go on sale.

They were $378 but are now 40% off and $226.80.

7. some hearts white top

I love a good white top to transition into spring and summer and this one is so cute. You could wear it with shorts or dress it up with jeans or pants.

It’s $42.

8. petite monogram necklace

This is such a cute little necklace and would be great for layering with others.

It’s on sale plus an additional 50% off making it just $12.48.

9. stars above beautifully soft fleece lounge jogger pants

I was in Target the other day and saw these in person. They are so unbelievably soft and just about the perfect loungewear pants. They are just $19.99.

And even though any time I wear a light gray sweatshirt with matching light gray sweatpants Perry calls me Rocky Balboa, I still got the matching stars above beautifully soft fleece lounge sweatshirt

It’s also $19.99.

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10. abercrombie mid rise jean leggings

Abercrombie has jeans on sale right now and their legging jeans continue to be my favorite skinny jeans. They are on sale for $47.40 and come in a bunch of different washes.

But just in case you’re worried about the youths making fun of us for our side parts and skinny jeans and emoji usage, you could always opt for something like these kut from the kloth kelsey ankle flare

I bought a pair like this at the end of the summer and love them. They are so versatile and are on sale for $69.99.

And then these penny pull on flare jeans are also a favorite. They fit like leggings and are so stretchy and comfortable.

They are $78.

I will end by encouraging you to wear jeans that make you feel good about yourself and that feel comfortable to you because these young girls are now wearing the very mom jeans that we used to wear and now cause us to look back at our high school yearbook photos and wonder what we were thinking.

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The same thing will happen to them. It’s a rite of passage, like over-plucking your eyebrows and deciding you need bangs.

That’s it for today.

Have a good Friday.