Dreaming of Spring

When life gives you winter.... dream about spring. I have said it a thousand times and I'll say it again. This girl is not a fan of winter. As in, if winter were a real person we wouldn't be friends, acquaintances, Facebook friends, followers on Instagram. nothing. I would pretend it never existed. But... since winter is not a person and I have to deal with it I will just hide in my house and dream about spring. Spring style is just my cup of tea. Below are some of my spring inspirations and items I will be adding to my closet. 

I have been looking for the perfect denim shirt. I have one but the fit is a little too loose, I want one more structured. Even at the mall the other day I just couldn't find the perfect one. If you know of a good one, let me know! 

My boyfriend jeans I found at Amerian Eagle years ago, but go pretty much anywhere and you will find boyfriend jeans. Pair them with converse, like the picture below and it just screams spring to me!

I have a vest similar to the one below but am looking for a comfortable striped dress. I have one but it's a little short and probably inappropriate for anywhere other than the pool ;) I am a fan of this one at Old Navy- cute, comfortable and casual.

I am obsessed with the patterned shorts and simple tshirt. I am definitely on the hunt for some cute ones come spring! JCrew always has cute shorts, and come spring I know they'll have the perfect ones!

*Pictures courtesy of Pinterest

I hope this has inspired you to de-friend Winter and hop on the Spring Train! :) 

Nails like no other!

 I LOVE having pretty nails, but hardly ever do because I'm too busy picking at them, biting them, too busy to paint them (and when I do, it looks like a 3 year old did it), and quite honestly pedicures and manicures are NOT in the budget for awhile.  

As a teacher, I try to present myself professionally and stylish.  To me, part of that look includes manicured hands (and feet, especially when we're in group and the kids are glaring at my toes, awkward!!).  Is it weird that I care how my cuticles and nails look on the projector cam?  Well, I do, because believe me…I still remember my teachers that dressed funny and smelled gross...and I don't want to be remembered in the same way, with yucky hands or feet hahaha!!

I was invited to shop on an online Jamberry party and the products definitely caught my interest!  Read the chalk board to learn more:

What stood out to me were the ADORABLE patterns and fun color combos, and the fact that I wouldn't have to paint my nails.  

This reminds me of Frozen, and I love them for winter!

Pretty in pink

SO CUTE for fall! I want this set!!

They work on toes too!

Don't forget, little girls like having pretty nails too!

I finally gave in and purchased a sheet, and I cannot wait until my order gets here!  

I know I have some stylish ladies in my life, and I wanted to be sure and share this cool (new?) trend with all of you.  I've decided to host an online party, and I hope you indulge in a little shopping to satisfy your girly needs!!

Here are the online details:

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Sevenly

Have you heard about Sevenly?  I found out about this organization a few years ago and loved their mission.  They work with charities and organizations to raise money for a variety of different causes.  Each week they team up with a new charity to “bring funding and awareness to the world’s greatest causes.” 

Sevenly has amazing artists that create stylish shirts and other merchandise for each week’s charities.  $7 of each item sold goes directly to support the charity.  I love organizations like this because it allows people to contribute from afar. 

Last week Sevenly teamed up with The Mocha Club to support education in Kenya.  As a current student, and teacher-to-be, I value the opportunity of education and hope that EVERYONE has the opportunity to learn, grow and follow their dreams…I couldn't wait to purchase a shirt and support this charity!

Check out my new shirt I’ll be getting in the mail soon…my purchase is going to help an orphan get into a classroom!!

"Education is Freedom"

This week Sevenly is working with the charity Dream Catcher to help "keep families together by providing essential items to those living in poverty."  If this is something you feel passionate about or would like to contribute to, visit their website. 

My favorite out of the 4 patterns this week!

Remember, each week is something new, so keep checking in on them or sign up for their email updates!

For more information on Sevenly and their charities, visit:

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