Happy 2020! We are two weeks into 2020 and I am keeping my resolution of writing *at least* one blog post a week.
I love reading and watching favorites roundups so I figured rounding up my personal favorites would be a great way to start the year! I categorized them in 3 different groups - Beauty, Hair, and Style.
I shared a couple of "dupes" over on my Instagram stories today (@thetechionista), and I figured I would shared them here on the blog in case you wanted to shop them all in one place!
Let me know if this kind of post is something you would like to keep seeing in the future!
The weather is finally cooling off in most places and it is officially sweater weather season! Well in Texas is sweater weather in the morning and sweating weather in the afternoon!
Like most people I love a cute sweater, but lately I feel like everyone is coming out with the same print/styles/colors and it can be overwhelming. I decided to round up my favorite budget friendly sweaters for the Fall season!
Just in case you have been avoiding Instagram for the past week (Or are anything like my husband and can't seem to work it...), you might not know that the #NSale started on July 12th and it opens to the public on July 19th (tomorrow, yay!)!
Much like every other girl on IG, I have always looked forward to July because of the #NSale. This year however, I'll admit I was a little disappointed. The clothes and accessories are gorgeous, of course, but I felt like I was having deja vu, having seen most of the items included in the sale in years prior.
Don't get me wrong I LOVE Nordstrom, I probably spend way too much money there (the free shipping gets me every time!!) but, after taking a look at my IG feed/Closet I realized I own a lot of the items that are on sale this year. This can also be taken as a positive, these items have been staples in my closet for a while now, so it really attests to the quality and durability of their clothing.
Here's a couple of items that I have bought in prior years that are part of this year's sale!
Steve Madden Boots: I got this OTK boots two years ago during the sale and the chunky heel makes them super comfortable! This year's version has an elastic band on the back which prevents them from falling down, but that seems to be the only difference I could find.
Tory Burch Boots: I got this about 4 years ago, this year's version is a little darker brown.
Spanx Faux Leather Leggings: There's not much I can say about this leggings other than they 100% live up to the hype! I might pick up another pair this year.
Madewell Hat: This hat! I picked up the gray version two years ago and I love how structured it is!
Blank NYC Jacket: The perfect suede jacket, a little cropped and I love to wear it when I travel!
Blank NYC Jacket: This is the same version as the jacket above but in the leather version.
With all of that being said there are a couple of things I want to get when the sale opens to the public tomorrow - these boots, these booties, this jacket (maybe!).
Are y'all getting anything from the sale? Leave your thoughts (And #NSale wants!) in the comments below!
I know there is a lot of content going around about the #NSale, so I hope y'all enjoy my take on this year's sale.
There are two prints that have been dominating the fall OOTDs this year; camo and cheetah. I have always been a cheetah girl (cheetah girl, cheetah sisters. Please tell me you get the reference!) but camo it took me a little longer to incorporate into my wardrobe. Last year I bought my first camo piece from express ( this top) and this year my collection has grown quite a bit!
I have rounded up my top picks for both of the best prints this fall season:
Cheetah
1 - Leopard booties take any neutral outfit to the next level
2 - just ordered this during the loft family and friends sale! can wait to style it
1 - I own these jeans and I love them! They go with everything and they have a little bit of stretch to them! Express also has a non-ripped version of these jeans
2- This tee is super soft and it can be dressed up or down
3- I have this in the lighter camo and it is the comfiest thing I have ever worn!
4- I love shirt dresses and I think I need to add this one to my collection
5- A camo jacket is quite a statement, this piece has not made it into my wardrobe yet but I think it might make an appearance soon
6- This is the first piece of camo I bought about 2 years ago and I get so much wear out of it
7- This camo mini with OTK boots and an oversized sweater would be such a chic outfit
8- This has been in my cart for about a week, one more cardigan wouldn't hurt right? lol
It's that time of the year again - Christmas in July, better known as the NSALE!
What is the NSALE?
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale or NSALE is when Nordstrom starts bringing out their fall/winter inventory at discounted prices (there are some summer pieces too.) This sale is different that any other because instead of discounting items from past seasons they discount the prices on items for the upcoming seasons. What are the dates of the NSALE?
Early access for cardholders - July 12 to July 19
Open to the Public - July 20 to August 6
Keep reading if you want to see my top picks from this year's NSALE!
It feels like summer already in Texas, we have almost hit 100 degree weather and you get sunburned just by walking across the parking lot (my fellow Texans know that is not an exaggeration.) There is nothing that screams summer to me more than combining blue and white in an outfit, throw a stripe in there and you have created the perfect summer uniform.
This lightweight top from Old Navy was the perfect piece for running around and not dying of a heat stroke, I paired it with my trusty white jeans, added a pop of color with these Baublebar earrings and finished it up with a statement bag. My bag is from Altar'd State; I got it in store but I couldn't find it online, I linked similar bags below.
I hope everyone had an amazing and relaxing Memorial Day Weekend!
Last Sunday I wore the most comfortable and flattering jumpsuit I've ever seen, and y'all are not going to believe where it is from... Walmart! Yeah, I found this cute little piece in the most unexpected place and it is under $15!
Last Friday I ran into our local Walmart to pick up waters for our weekend road trip and as I was walking to the self checkout line I got distracted by some colorful stripes and of course I had to go check out what it was and I am so glad I did. We were on a rush and I did not have time to try it on but, I picked up my regular size and I happy to report that it runs TTS. It also comes in this other print but I love everything stripes so I had to go with this one!
I don't talk about beauty products on my blog very often, but I have to tell y'all lately I have been obsessed with the Lancôme Matte Shakers. They are more like a lip stain than a liquid lipstick but they stay on all day and they don't make your lips feel dry! Another reason why I like them so much is because you can build up the pigment depending how much product you apply and how much you shake them. My favorite shades are Completely Nut (perfect everyday color), Magic Orange, Beige Vintage and Pink Power.
