Olive Juice

Cardigan || Dress: Similar || Boots || Necklace || Bangles: Similar 

Swooning over this outfit, it's the perfect transition to fall. There are so many military inspired pieces out right now. It is fun to soften them with an oversized sweater and some dainty details (while keeping you warm on the cool nights). These boots are an awesome statement and can be worn so many different ways (plus on sale NOW). I'm all about olive green and this mustard yellow this fall. Not to mention every time I think olive green, I think "olive juice," aka I love you. haha I hope this outfit inspires you when making your wardrobe transition into fall!! 

Photos by Rachel

xx,

Melody

Clutch

Dress: Lulu's || Clutch: Rebecca Minkoff In Cherry || Shoes: Kohl's || 
Sailor's Knot Bangle: Kate Spade || Crystal Drop Bracelet: ShopUrbanite

Photos by Rachel

These past couple of weeks have been crazy busy but filled with love. I've attended both, bridal showers and weddings. One being my brother's wedding which I was honored to be in. I wore this little number to my one girlfriend's wedding and got to thinking about what my must haves are to carry in my clutch. It's not like my every day bag where I literally have my entire life. It's like survivor if I was stranded on a deserted island what would I take with me...ok maybe that's a little dramatic. But seriously, us gals can have a lot of stuff so I've narrowed it down to my top 5 maybe 10 things, I always pack in my clutch. So next time you are getting ready for a wedding or a date night here is your survival kit on what may just save your evening.

1. ID... I know you are thinking duh, but you wouldn't believe the stories

 I have about forgetting my ID.

2. Cash or Card, somehow I never forget this haha

3. Keys...a little trick I have is to have a quick latch on my keys where I only take the important ones.This leaves more room in my clutch/bag and prevents it from looking lumpy.

4. Lip Gloss and Chapstick...I like to have both.

5. Mascara...brighten up the eyes.

6. Tinted Powder...keep my face fresh.

7. Gum or Mints

8. Small Perfume Bottle

9. Bobbing Pins/Hair Tie

10. Safety Pin/Clear Nail Polish

If you there are any MUST HAVES that I missed that you always pack in your bag please share!

xx,

Melody

Maxin & Relaxin

 

Maxi: Dress Barn (sold out- more of their dresses) || Woven Clutch: Dress Barn ||

 Sandals: Dress Barn (sold out- more of their shoes) || Cuff: Old || Earrings/Ring: Silpada

 

I was on a shopping excursion with my Mama, in search of a dress for her. We ended up stumbling into Dress Barn.  I was browsing the racks one by one and...(wait for it) not only found something for her but also found something for me! Going into the store I had no intention of looking for me but was pleasantly surprised, I must say. They offer a wider variety of sizes than stated on their store doors and have fun and colorful pieces. I was so pleased, I decided to accessorize most of my outfit from there. I thought Dress Barn deserved a shout out and I was excited to show off this side of Dress Barn that I recently, discovered. Hopefully this inspires you all to take a second look at them and any store you may think has nothing to offer you.

 

This was a true "Brandom" find...

xx,

Melody

Florals & Stripes

Dress: eShakti || Bracelet: Shop Urbanite || Ring: Silpada || Earrings: Francesca's ||

 Heels & Clutch: JustFab || Lip: Covergirl Jumbo Gloss Balm

 

I absolutely adore the pairing of stripes and florals, it creates such a fun, loving pop, I just can't get over!  I was on the market for a dress that I could wear for work and play, luckily I found eShakti!  I was instantly drawn to the beautiful colors in this dress and eShakti's amazing customizability. I was able to choose the length of the hemline for this dress. The longer length makes it so easy to transform this dress from work to play. I also, was able to pick this neckline, which flatters my face shape (heart). The length and empire waistline, gives this dress a total 50's feel (making it a blast to wear). I loved modernizing it with glam accessories, sexy hot pink heels and a striped clutch.

P.S. This day was beyond hot & humid, don't mind my fizzy hair! AH!

Fun Fact: Use promocode "whatsyourbrandom" to get 10% OFF of your purchase (AS MANY TIMES AS YOU WANT) from 09/02/2015 – 10/02/2015.

xx,

Melody

Photos: Photos by Rachel

http://www.eshakti.com/