Neon & Floral

Top: Old Navy (other colors here) // Skirt: Loft // Shoes: Xhilaration 

Bag: Steve Madden (seen here) // Earrings: Charlotte Russe (old)

Belt: Old Navy (old, similar here) // Watch: Michael Kors 

Bracelets: Versona Accessories & Geno's Formal Affair

Nails: Studio M 'Blue-Ming' & Essie 'Naughty Nautical'

Lips: Nyx Soft Matte Lip Cream 'Addis Ababa'

Photographed by: Hailey Goen

First of all - please excuse the scowl on my face! The sun was super cray

and it didn't leave me much choice since I left my trusty Ray-Bans at home!

I know you've been hearing it a lot from me recently, but I'm super obsessed 

with skirts right now.  I mean, I just can't get enough!  If I'm not searching online

 for my next perfect one then I'm totally drooling on ones seen on other bloggers 

(you should check out my friend Chioma's skirts - they're seriously amazing and 

lots of them are gorgeous thrifted pieces!).  This pleated floral number (that I

showed a little teaser of on my Instagram earlier this week) is another recent 

purchase from Loft and was on super sale.  I loved pairing it with this neon

striped tee (yes, I bought the same tee in like 5 colors!) for some subtle 

pattern mixing.  Overall this summery outfit was such an easy look and 

crazy comfortable!

♥Jordan

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Pearls & Stripes

Sweater: J.Crew Factory (similar) // Skirt: Loft // Sandals: Katie & Kelly (old)

Necklace: Versona Accessories (seen here) // Bag: Steve Madden (old)

Nails: Essie 'Naughty Nautical' & Studio M 'Thunderbolt'

Lips: Nyx 'Eros' // Watch: Michael Kors // Earrings: Macy's

Photographed by: Chelsea Lane

You all know my love of black and white stripes. 

 I just can't get enough!  I'm sure you can imagine my excitement 

when I came across this Loft skirt last week!  At 40% off, it was a 

no brainer decision to add this much needed piece to my wardrobe.  

I have to say though, if I don't start buying some nonstripe items soon, 

I'm going to start running out of outfit options!  You can only mix

black and white stripes so much! ;) 

Today I'm linking up with Because Shanna Said So!

♥Jordan

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Turquoise + Orange

Sweater: J.Crew (last seen here) / Shirt: Old Navy (old, similar here) / Jeans: Old Navy 

 Shoes: Cole Haan (old, similar here) / Necklace: Charlotte Russe (recent) / Handbag: Kate Landry (recent) 

 Watch: Michael Kors / Bracelet: Versona Accessories / Lips: Nyx 'Eros' / Nails: Ulta 'My Two Cents'

Photographed by: Tyler

I'm totally obsessed with this color combination!  

While I am all about wearing the typical "Fall colors" this time of year, 

some days I just crave something a little brighter.  Most of the time that 
includes turquoise but lately orange has been just as much of a go-to for me. 
This classic, preppy look of a sweater layered over a button-up is great to wear 

just about anywhere.  Try mixing these same pieces in different colors and 

patterns for a sharp and easy variation that you can wear to work or play! 

What are your favorite bold colors to wear?

♥Jordan

Closet Essentials

Blazer: Forever21 (old) / Sweater: J.Crew (other colors here) / Tank: Old Navy / Cords: Old Navy (old) / Shoes: Cole Haan (old)

Necklace: Forever21 (recent) / Watch: Michael Kors / Bracelet: Old Navy (recent) / Lips: Nyx "Chaos"

Photographed by: Mike Skiles

I went to dinner with my hubby and my father-in-law last night 
and pulled some of the key pieces from my closet to wear.  This time of the 
year, there isn't much I love more than a great pair of cords.  These navy ones are 
perfect because the color is so rich and they give a little texture to the outfit.  The Tippi sweater from J.Crew is always my go-to sweater.  It's soft, lightweight, and can be worn 
all year round.  They are also produced all year in an assortment of colors so it can be 
easy for your collection of them to grow!  My leopard loafers are my favorite!  It's hard for
 me to find an outfit that they don't go with.  I mean, a pop of leopard is always appropriate, right?!  The final piece of the look (aside from the accessories of course!) is the blazer.  Blazers are such a great element to have in your closet! I have them in several colors 
(and want several more!) because they are an easy way to add polish to a normal outfit.  
 Do you keep any of my key pieces in your closet?


♥Jordan

Hip Hip Beret!

Shirt: Old Navy (recent) / Jeans: Old Navy (old) / Jacket: Attention (old, Kmart) / Beret: Target 

Shoes: Audrey Brooke (old, DSW) / Nails: Ulta "Blues Cruise" & "Piñata Yada" / Lips: Nyx "Eros"

Photographed by: Ricky Strong

I'm not gonna lie, I've been dying for a sequin beret since I first 

spotted Rachel Zoe wearing one seasons ago. When I was shopping in 

Target last week and spotted it, well, let's just say it was a magical moment.  

I love how versatile it is! It's just the perfect mix of both dressy and casual.  

Here I paired it with a comfy long sleeve tee and cotton blazer for a relaxed 

took.  It will also look great with just a basic tee and jeans on my next day of 

running errands.  And, I'm especially looking forward to pairing it with a great 

skirt and top for a dressier look!  Do you like to wear sequins? How do 

you incorporate them into your wardrobe? 

♥Jordan

You may remember that I had the opportunity to style my bestie, Lauren, a couple 

of weeks ago for a wedding that she was attending.  She finally got to wear it  

on Saturday and she looked so amazing!!  Continue reading to see for yourself!

Beauty Buy: Nyx Round Case Lipsticks

I have a little secret to share.  
I don't [typically] wear expensive lipsticks.   Yes, that's right!  Most of my pops of color come from a tube that costs less than $4!  That is less than most lipsticks from your basic brands like Maybelline, Covergirl, and Revlon.  While I have a few favorites from MAC that I love dearly (and are still totally affordable at around $15), my absolute favorites are the Round Case Lipsticks by Nyx Cosmetics.  This great line of lipsticks comes in, get this, 144 shades!  No, I didn't mean 14 or even 44.  There are a whopping 144 shades!!  My absolute favorite is the one pictured above: Chic Red (seen here).  I also frequently wear Eros (seen here), Fire, and Rose.  While each shade seems to have it's own unique texture and coverage, my application method seems to always yield great results.  I apply, blot, and then reapply.  It leaves an even color and that base coat helps it last even longer.  Of course, using a coordinating liner to fill in the lip before applying will make the color last even longer, 
but I usually skip that step since these colors don't bleed on the edges of my lips 
(another major plus!). 

So you may have already said "But Jordan, I can't pull off a bold lip like you!" 
 I know this because I hear that ALL THE TIME!  I'm here to tell you YES YOU CAN! 
 I did not always wear lipstick.  I was actually terrified of it for many years.  The simple truth is that I liked how it looked on other people and I decided I was going to wear it too.  
YOU can do that.  I promise.  It might take a couple times to get used to it,
 but it can be the new you just like it became the new me a few years ago.  If you have to, 
start simple by introducing it only into your 'night out' looks.  Pretty soon you'll be ready 
to wear it to work, class, the mall, the gym.. okay.. so maybe I'll have to stop you from wearing it to the gym!  Have confidence.  That's all it takes!

Feeling inspired to brighten up your look with one of these great colors?  Check them out at Ulta where you can often find them on sale!  I have been known to stock up on my favorite colors when they are 40% off (that's like $2.40 each!).  You can never have too many!  Currently, you can get free shipping with a $25 purchase (code 80582) and $10 off any $60 online purchase (code 89776).  Enjoy!


♥Jordan