Autumn Bucket List

Happy first day of Autumn/Fall!

Here is my Fall Bucket List! I will update you as the season progresses! 

Fall is the time I am always nostalgic for. It reminds me of home. Of football games, high school boyfriends and friends. Of bonfires and best friends. If I could describe high school in one word, it would be fall. My best memories are from fall in high school. Fall meant debate (my lifeline), school (which I loved) and plenty of reasons to hang out with my friends. At university I am busy, but my campus is beautiful. MB is hopefully coming to visit in October, and I can't wait to show him the trails! They are beautiful this time of year. Follow my Instagram (to the right>>>) for some beautiful fall pictures.. 

What is on your autumn bucket list? Any you would add?

Have a wonderful week 

xoxo

OOTD's of Summer

Quick update before I start my first OOTD post. I am officially moved in and pretty settled. I've spent the past couple of days catching up with friends, struggling with a drying rack and relaxing alone. 

Here is my first outfit of the day post! I bought these two from L. Mae Boutique  and I love them! The dress I wore almost every week for work a couple different ways. The shirt has two of my favorite things purple & chevron!

Here are two of my OOTD's. Of course pearls are included in every outfit. 

Jean Jacket// Necklace// Sandals// Dress// Watch//

Shirt// Jeans// Sandals// Bracelet (Made by a friend)// Necklace (Old)

How did you like my first OOTD? a good idea or no? Be honest!

xoxo

aVe

First Day of School Oufit Inspiration

Sorry I've been MIA, I finished my internship, and I have attempted to start packing. Emphasis on the attempted. I have two fun surprises this week, so check back tomorrow and Thursday for sure!

Here are some first day of school outfit inspirations. I have some Pinterest inspiration and an outfit of my own. Even though my board is filled with fall inspired outfits, I know it is going to hot this next week for those who are starting this week!

(all of these pictures are via my Pinterest account)

 A cute pair of shorts and a chambray shirt with an adorable necklace is a perfect way to start off the school year. You don't want to be that annoying person who over dresses, but you want the professors to know you take their class seriously. The outfit below is perfect way to stay cool outside, and warm inside. Plus its just the perfect amount of summer!

Here is my first day of school outfit!

Shirt//

Shorts//

shoes (On Sale!)//

Necklace//

Don't forget your Pearls!//

xoxo

aVe

Good Luck!

Fall Wishlist

I just said it, fall wish list! It is too chilly here in WI for me to event think about summer clothes, and fall is my favorite season!

1//I seriously need Hunter Boots. Between the rain and snow in Green Bay there would be perfect. I just have to convince myself to buy them!

2// New riding boots. Mine are worn, and I want these Steve Madden ones.

3// Sweaters, Sweaters & More Sweaters. (And some cardigans) I have a feeling I am going to have a staple look this fall, and it's going to involve sweaters and my chambray shirt. I'm hoping Gap has some cute sweaters for me to layer this season (ps HUGE sale going on right now, check it out!)
4//Anything Lilly Pulitzer Tusk in Sun is perfection. If only it was in purple, it would be my print for life!
5// I got this shoe in brown & black. I had the brown pair for a year & a half until they had holes in them. They are the perfect flat from Steve Madden

What is on your fall wish list? 

xoxo
aVe
PS. You can tell that I love shoes. 

Guest Post: Emma Tilton

Ah! I am leaving the West Coast today for my sweet Midwest, and I have to admit my style is definitely more suited for the classy down South. 

One of my friends from Her Campus is going to be finishing this week of guest posting off for me with a cute outfit post! I love Emma's blog, and y'all should really check out her blog!

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Collegiate Chic: A Guest Post by itsemmaelise

While my personal style doesn’t always reflect the preppy, Southern atmosphere that I grew up around, I believe there is still something to be said for wearing plaid or pearls, and channeling your inner Blair Waldorf every so often. With that in mind, I took to my most recent addiction…Polyvore.

Scholars Summit by itsemmaelise

I found this cotton dress on ModCloth, and it just screams “collegiate chic” in my opinion. A meeting of the minds with other intellectuals is always a bit more exciting when you’re wearing some cute, scholarly hues! This plaid number combines navy dignity with golden confidence, from its black-piped upper all the way down to its pleated skirt. For a cute twist, I styled this dress with some suede pumps and a thick, gold-chain necklace!

What are your favorite preppy chic looks? Let me know on Twitter! And don’t forget to check out my own blog, itsemmaelise!
<3 Em
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She's amazing! I love this outfit, perfect for an internship or a formal lunch!
Even for a sorority tea or the weekly meetings!

Stay tuned for a recap of my trip this week!

xoxo

AV

Closet Series: Summer finds and wishlist

So I went on a small shopping spree two weeks ago, and I still haven't told you what I've bought for my internship!

I would give pictures, but there's a lot of clothes! I'll list and make sure I will add sites I got things on. 

Have: I got a lot of really cute things from Gap and Old Navy . The khakis I have in khaki, olive and navy. I wear them multiple times and various ways. At the end of the post I have some examples of what I've paired them with. The maxi dress is perfect for my office which is chilly.  The blue and white shorts are super cute, and my go to for summer nights. I also picked up some super cute shirts from the clearance at Loft and Gap. 

Want: This Marley Lilly Bracelet is perfect for summer. I am not really into arm candy, but since wearing a watch for work, I've got used to it!. This purple dress from Hope's is beyond perfect, and would look great with my pearls:) These Sperry's have been on my radar for awhile. I am going to buy them eventually! 

What have you added to your closet?
What's your favorite place to shop sales?

xoxo

AV

Inspiration

Sorry for being MIA lately, life has been a little crazy lately.
Here are some summer outfit inspirations for you thanks to Pinterest. 

I never thought that I would say this, but pink is growing on me a little! Not a hot pink, but a coral pink is really pretty! Some of these outfits are perfect for work, others perfect for a weekend outing! 

What are your go to summer colors? I could use a little more purple in my wardrobe!

xoxo

AV

Start of Summer

Good morning!
I am sorry for the lack of posts lately. I have been busy catching up with friends, unpacking and unexpectedly starting a job this week!

Starting after Memorial Day weekend I should have time to blog more, but right now my close friends are important!

Here are some cute summer outfits that will hopefully inspire your outfits this summer!

Make the most of your summer!

xoxo

AV