hipster sister comes to kc!

KC readers, if you don't already know, Madewell is opening up at Leawood Town Center today! I am absolutely thrilled. Remember when S posted about the "hipster sister" over a year ago? Love it all. If I were to throw my budget out of the window, here are a few things I'd like to pick up tonight at the grand opening.

all via madewell

Oh, and if you spend $150+ at the store tonight, you'll receive a limited-edition Kansas Madewell tote with the below design. Adorable. Love the shoutout to Dodge City.

Happy Shopping!

and so it begins...

Hello!

So many thoughts have been racing through my mind since the engagement and I've been a little scatter-brained (hence ignoring our lovely little blog).  I feel like I've finally reached a point where I have some clarity and can start moving forward with all of the fun details.

Let's start with some beautiful couture gowns by Elie Saab, shall we?

I'll take any of the following stunning gowns to wear on my wedding day...or any day for that matter.  Please and thank you.

elie saab via style

sweet sandal

No, it's not "If the Shoe Fits Friday"... even though I wish with all my might that it was.  I had to share this sweet sandal from Kate Spade.  I am in love with the teeny tiny wedge heel.  This is just too perfect.

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it's in the bag

It's official.  The countdown is on.  Only 27 days until I will be on the beautiful beaches of Destin, Florida with a margarita, a summer read, and G.  Oh, and hopefully one of these adorable beach bags.

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anthropologie

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tory burch

wish list: the entire j.crew catalog

Darn you, J.Crew. I want everything in your new catalog. Your new arrivals epitomize cool, summer, chic. There goes my plan to save my pennies for the trip to New Orleans.

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if the shoe fits

Yes!  Saltwater Sandals!  Our sweet mom used to dress Hillary, our older sister Lauren, and myself in the classic Saltwater Sandals when we were little girls and I love that they make them for grown ups!  Madewell is now selling them in three colors and they are so adorable!  At $40.00 I think the price is reasonable, too.  These will be a must for my summer getaway to the gulf.

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Our older sister, Lauren, is ahead of the trend and already owns a pair.  Good move, sis, good move. 

if the shoe fits

How wonderful are these Modern Vintage sandals?  I immediately think of a boardwalk, the ocean, and summer sun.  So lovely and will go great with both jeans and a sweet sundress!

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if the shoe fits...friday

My obsession with neutral colored shoes continues...

photo courtesy of j.crew

if the shoe fits...friday

Despite the snow, I'm gearing up for Party Arty this weekend, an event in Kansas City benefiting The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. How fun would these Valentino shoes be for the party? Swoon!

photo courtesy of nordstrom

brrr...

It's freezing today -- even here in Atlanta while I'm writing this post (they're experiencing record lows!) So, we wanted to give you a few ideas on staying warm, while staying chic. Here are a few of our favorites.

Stadium Cloth Elements Coat - J.Crew

Ela Coat - Kate Spade

Stadium Cloth Peacoat with gold buttons - J.Crew

French Connection "Lark" - Nordstrom

Long Meribel Puffer - J.Crew

Silk Trim Ruffle Scarf - Banana Republic

Peppermint Earmuffs - Kate Spade

Button Flap Mittens - J.Crew