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First Time Styling LuLaRoe

February 20, 2017 by Virginia Evans 14 Comments

This post has been in the works for a couple of weeks now and I’m so excited to finally be sharing my first time styling LuLaRoe! For about 6 months now I’ve been hearing about LuLaRoe and wondering how to get my hands on some of their pieces. Then Alyssa reached out to me a few weeks ago and asked if I would like to try some pieces in exchange for a review! It was perfect timing! Each of these pieces was sent to me to try and review but the opinions are all my own.

According to the LuLaRoe website, “LuLaRoe exists to provide an opportunity for people to create freedom by selling comfortable, affordable, stylish clothing, and offering its Retailers the independence to set their own pace and schedule. This creates the time to spend with those closest to them…” I love the idea of shopping through consultants and helping a small business be successful. You can get your hands on LuLaRoe clothing through a consultant like Alyssa.

Overall I loved how versatile these pieces were. The fabric was thinner than I expected. But I LOVE the colors and patterns and every item was the perfect length (not always the case these days!). Alyssa told me that they come out with 400 new patterns a day so you are bound to find some unique pieces! To top it off, I love how shopping LuLaRoe supports consultants who can have the freedom to both work from home and bring in some extra income!

Julia Dress

This was one of my absolute favorites in the pictures. I love the length of the sleeves and the length of the skirt. Even though it’s a tighter-fitting skirt, the length makes it more appropriate for work. There are so many different ways to wear a dress like this. I showed some of the ways above and in the week or two since I shot these photos I’ve come up with other ways! (For instance, layer a skirt over the Julia dress!)

I am wearing a Medium in this dress and I think I should have ordered a size smaller. The material is thinner than I’d like for a dress that is a tighter fit and, being a little too big for me, the thin material wrinkled easily when I put my hand on my skirt, etc. I though you would be able to see in the pictures but I realized I didn’t like those shots and took them out! Nevertheless, I definitely want to try more of these in the future! I feel like there are endless possibilities with this dress!

The Perfect T

The Perfect T is another item that can be worn so many other ways. Wear it loose, tie it on the side, or belt it in the middle! I love the idea of layering it over the Julia dress above and belting it, but I wasn’t happy with how these two patterns worked together to photograph it.

I personally prefer a tighter-fitting top and different neckline but I know that many people prefer a looser top. What I think we can all love is the length! It is shorter in front and longer in back, perfect to wear with tighter-fitting pants or leggings! In the photo below I took this outfit from casual, to work-appropriate by adding a longer blazer! The Perfect T can worn on the weekend or your workweek!

I ordered the Perfect T in Extra Small and it was still a very loose fit. Talk to your consultant about the way you would like to wear this top and they can recommend the right size. If you size up there are even more style options!

Randy Tee

This t-shirt is so comfortable and I love the baseball sleeves. It would pair so well with the right Cassie skirt. I received this one in a Small and it was the perfect size. Out of all the items I received from Alyssa, this one is the one I wear the most. Throw it on with a pair of jeans like I did here or tuck it into a skirt for work. Sometimes t-shirts are not quite long enough on me but this one is the perfect length! Plus, I love all the patterned fabrics it comes in!

Cassie Skirt

This was my absolute favorite piece of the bunch. It’s super-comfortable and the perfect length! I felt like the material was better on this skirt than the other pieces I tried. It could be because of the pattern, but the material obscured anything underneath. It’s classy and comfortable! Every teacher or professional needs one of these skirts!! Plus, look at my Julia pictures above and see how I wore it as an infinity scarf as well!! Score! I received this skirt in a size Small.

The only piece sent to me but not photographed was a pair of leggings. LuLaRoe is known for their leggings, available in all kinds of sizes and patterns. I found them very comfortable and soft for a day at home but as I typically do not wear regular leggings out of the house, I did not feature them in outfit photos.

Questions about LuLaRoe:

You can shop LuLaRoe by going to Alyssa’s Facebook page or finding a local retailer through the LuLaRoe website. On Facebook, simply request to be added to a LuLaRoe Facebook group, even if it is marked as private. With a local consultant you can try on clothes and feel the fabric. You can see how the clothes fit and what sizes you prefer. By finding LuLaRoe retailers online, you can find more patterns, prints and sizes as it’s rare for consultants to carry the same styles and prints.

Consultants sell on Facebook by having live sales and album sales where they post each style in an album and separate them by sizes to make shopping easier. If you find a local consultant they sometimes host open houses where you can stop by and feel the fabrics in person.

Each LuLaRoe retailer has their own shipping and return policies which can usually be found on their Facebook VIP page.

If you have made it all the way to the bottom then you must be interested in styling LuLaRoe! Make sure to connect with Alyssa through her Facebook VIP page and let me know in the comments if you’ve tried LuLaRoe and what your favorite styles are!

Thanks to LuLaRoe Alyssa Lehman for providing the LuLaRoe clothing to try for this post.

Rose Pleated Dress For Valentine’s Day

February 13, 2017 by Virginia Evans 9 Comments

Rose Gold Pleated Metallic Dress Valentine Outfit

Valentine's Day Date Night Rose Metallic Outfit

white blazer with pleated rose gold dress

Pleated Rose Gold Metallic Dress for Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day Outfit Baublebar Sugarfix

Rose Pleated Dress and Gold Bow Pumps for Valentine's Day

Baublebar Sugarfix Statement Earrings with Rose Gold Dress

Rose Gold Pleats with White Blazer for Valentine's Outfit

Well, New England has been hit by quite a bit of snow over the last few days but that didn’t stop me from shooting my Valentine’s Day Date Night look. (If you’re still looking for ideas, check out last week’s post on special date ideas!) I don’t know about you, but I think this pink metallic dress just pops against the pretty white snow!

When I saw this gorgeous dress I knew I had to try it. Using the measurements on the website as a guide, I ordered 2 sizes up and I wish I would have sized up only one size. It definitely fits but I would prefer a tighter fit around the waist since the dress is more of an empire waist on me and a tighter fit would make it feel less baggy. To solve that problem I added a button-up blazer to give myself more of a waist (plus, long sleeves are nice while we have snow on the ground!).

In the end, I love how this rose metallic dress looks, especially paired with my pretty bow heels and new Sugarfix by Baublebar Pink Statement earrings! If you follow me on Instagram you know that last week’s trip to Target resulted in my discovery that my favorite affordable jewelry company is now partnering with Target to make even more affordable jewelry! Most earrings are under $15 and they’re a much more suitable size for my ears anyway! Score! I’ve linked some of my favorite Sugarfix by Baublebar finds below! Definately make sure to stop by your local Target to get a glimpse of the collection!

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Rose Gold Pleated Dress, Shein. This Metallic Silver Pleated Skirt is gorgeous too! Similar in widget below.
Gold Bow Prince Pumps, Macy’s (size down 1 size for better fit!).
White Sweater Blazer, old.
Baublebar Sugarfix Pink Statement Earrings, Target.
Pearl Necklace, gift.
Lookalike Contrast Faux Leather Saddle Bag, Shein. Their Pink Saddle Bag is also cute. Similar in widget below.
Kat Von D Everlasting Lipstick in Armageddon with Laura Mercier Lip Glace in Baby Doll over the top.

Clickable Outfit Widget

Sugarfix by Baublebar Favorites

So, what are you excited about wearing for Valentine’s Day?! Let me know in the comments below! And, as always, thanks so much for stopping by!

Special Date Night Ideas

February 6, 2017 by Virginia Evans 6 Comments

Valentine’s Day is almost here and I am here to talk about some fun ideas for a special Date Night! Most of these ideas can be used at any time of year but are especially fun to share at a time when people are thinking of how to have a special Valentine’s date night together.

Special Date Night Ideas

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Go on a Picnic

Though it might be a little cold for some of us right now, I’m always a fan of a good picnic. Jeremy and I packed a picnic on our first date together and it was such a great way to just sit and enjoy the other person’s company. If you are down south, or have an unusually warm spell right now, plan a fun Valentine’s Day Picnic!

What you need:

Cute Picnic Basket (Insulated Picnic Basket / Wicker Basket / Basket Set With Blanket) | Some Fun Picnic Recipes | A Blanket for the Ground | Fruit and Nuts | A Fancy Drink

Valentine's Date Night Inspiration Fancy Dinner at Home

Romantic Dinner at Home

It’s fun to dress up and go out for a special date night but if you don’t have the time or the money for a fancy dinner out, try one at home! Stop by the grocery store and pick up some nibbles – crackers, cheese, olives, nuts, meats – and some flowers for the table. Pull out the wine glasses and cook up a few appetizers from the freezer section for added fun. Then, put on a little black dress and light some candles!

Celebrate for a Cause

I don’t know about your town, but my town has many events throughout the year where you can do something fun while raising money for a good cause. This year, our local Johnnycake Center (a non-profit food pantry and thrift store) is doing a Chocolate March where you travel to 9 different restaurants in town to sample different chocolate-inspired food items! You can do something a little different while sampling good food and giving back to an organization that helps so many in the community. Look at the “Events in your area” on Facebook to find a way you can celebrate for a cause in your area!

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Dress for Your Valentine’s Date

Last year I put together a number of ideas for a special Valentine’s Date Night. Find Valentine’s Day Outfits for School and Date Night, along with my Favorite Lipsticks (with Swatches!) to make the date extra-special.

Here are some great pieces to recreate those outfit combinations. Order now so they arrive in time for your special date!

Red Valentine’s Date Night Outfit Pieces

Pink Valentine’s Date Night Outfit Pieces

White Valentine’s Date Night Outfit Pieces

That’s all for this post, friends! What special dates have you enjoyed in the past? I’d love to know your ideas! Let me know in the comments below, and as always, thanks for visiting!

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