Wild Summer

Top : Express (old)

Shorts : H+M

Shoes : DSW

Watch : Macy's (Michael Kors)

Bracelets : Old from Forever 21 + H&M

Necklace : T.J.Maxx (Lucky Brand)

<3 Stay Cool

Ashley B.

Let's Get Physical

Its one of my favorite times of year... END OF SEASON SALES!!  This happens twice a year (some companies stretch it to 4x a year) and it is when I like to stock up.  Lets face the facts, retailers are about half a season ahead of real life.  This means that you can buy your summer clothes on sale in the middle of spring/summer instead of buying them full price in the winter <GASP!>.  This is my favorite way to keep my closet updated without breaking the bank!!

I've been doing a lot of shopping lately.  Here's what I've I gotten so far for activewear:

Sportsbras : Aerie (1, 2, 3)

Sneakers : Nordstrom (anniversary sale)

Shorts : Forever 21 (1, 2)

I was able to catch Aerie at a good time when all bras were $20.00! What?!... SOLD!  These sales run periodically, so keep checking back and wait.  It is possible to get great deals at stores like this.  My sneakers were from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, which goes public July 17th for you non-cardholders.  These two super cute shorts were both from Forever21.  As activewear gets more popular and mainstream, fast fashion stores like this put out a wider variety for cheap.  Both shorts were under $15.00. 

I also snagged this watch I've been dying to get:

Polar A300 : Amazon

I chose to get this item from amazon for 2 reasons.  1) It was $20.00 cheaper and every little bit helps.  2) I have amazon prime and could get free 24 hr. shipping.  (What a time to be alive).  It was still an expensive purchase, but I tried to decrease the price in any way I could... I still had a lot more shopping to do.

Heres some detail shots of my new Nike Free Flyknit 5.0 TR because I'm Obsessed (with a capital O).

                       

Keep my updated on the great deals you guys find or any money saving tips you have!

Stay Cool <3

Ashley B.

P.S. Can you guess my favorite color palette?

Girls Night Out

I went out tonight with a girlfriend of mine and I needed an outfit to beat the heat!  This breezy tank kept me cool and comfortable for a night out with drinks, while these ultra high waisted shorts kept me feeling covered up and modest.

1. Shoes - DSW

2. Necklaces - old from Europe

3. Shorts - Express

4. Tank - Express (last season)

 

stay cool <3

-Ashley B.

Music Monday!!!

Hi guys!

A few weeks ago I watched the Coachella livestream (so sad I couldn't go :( ) and became obsessed with the first artist I listened to.  This chick has been on repeat on my iPod, iPhone and iTunes since I downloaded her album that night.  Im talking about ZZ Ward.  First of all, I want the playsuit she was wearing on stage:

its casual, its dressy, its life.  

Second of all, her music is great amazing!  Shes been on the scene since 2012, when her album "Til The Casket Drops" came out.  It has 13 songs and, seriously guys, each one could be a single.  Her voice is powerful and soft at the same time, and the melodies are super smooth.  Her music is like a mix of blues, hip-hop and pop.  This music is perfect for a chill, rainy day or for a run.

I was going to pick a favorite song for you, but I honestly can't, I love them all.  If you haven't listened to ZZ Ward yet, then you need to.  Trust me.  Oh, and the girl can rock a hat!

                 




Stay Cool <3
Ashley B.

Just Like Leather?

Hello Lovlies.  In a few weeks I will be attending my first bachelorette party... YIKES!!  When did my friends grow up without me?  The maid of honor decided to have all the girls wear black (no problem) with purple accents (problem).  Don't get me wrong, I love purple.  I own many a purple shirts, but accessories, not so much.  Especially ones that will coordinate with the dress I decided to wear.  I'll probably do a post showing you what I decided to wear to the bachelorette party and the bridal shower, which is the next morning.  Someone get the gatorade ready.

Anyways, I was shopping the other day, trying to figure out what I would do when I thought purple nail polish would solve my problem.  I then ran drove to Ulta to find the perfect shade that says Im mature enough that I have friends getting married, but I'm still here to have fun aka party.  I was prepared to purchase No More Film by Essie, when I saw a pretty cool, new collection by Revlon.

This was a collection promoting the new Amazing Spiderman movie.  So I decided to go with the Revlon Leather Cuir in Downtown.  Not only was it a gorgeous shade of purple, but it said my nails would look like leather! And for only $5.99!!  Im a huge fan of leather and the smaller price tag, so I was sold.  I would just like to say that I am not great at nails, but I'm not awful either.  I only applied one coat because it went on very opaque and thick.  The polish did texturize immediately as it dried.  Would I say my nails now look like leather? No.  Its more of a very dull sand paper, if you can imagine that.  Between the texture and the almost matte like finish though, I do like it.  I wish it didnt dry so dark, but i think my purple dilemma is over.  Throw on some purple eyeshadow and I'll be all set.

Let me know if you guys have tried this line and what you thought about it.

Stay Cool <3
Ashley B.