Showing posts with label @jacylenore. Show all posts
Showing posts with label @jacylenore. Show all posts

Insta-Lately
10.27.2014


I'm sure you've noticed by now that I cut several inches off of my hair into a 'lob' (apparently it's the thing to do right now), and I'm loving it! My hair doesn't grow super quickly, so growing my hair out for my wedding took quite awhile, but after getting my wish I was ready for something new and fun (and healthy)!



 One of my goals after the wedding was to start learning how to cook and to be able to make several home-cooked meals each week (which I've done). My next goal after that was to start in on green smoothies, which I did this past week! I know that that's a pretty simple goal, but these things just do not come naturally to me haha. Fortunately I've loved how they've turned out so far and I'm already getting the habit of making one in the morning to take to work :) Any favorite healthy smoothy recipes for me??



I somehow didn't own a pair of black flats (yes, insane), so I was so happy to find this gorgeous leather Franco Sarto pair at TJ Maxx! The good news is that I found them online for you all as well (I sized down 1/2 size)!


 I've also been wearing this leopard scarf a bunch and as always, I've found accessories like this are really the best way to add some interest to your basics and remix your outfits!

Sole Society scarf (similar) | H&M jeans ('denim blue') | Piko tee (via June & Beyond Boutique | found here online) | H&M bag (similar here, here) | DV by Dolce Vita booties (2 sizes left here | similar)


Cozy fall evenings are my absolute favorite! I also wanted to share this little centerpiece idea on here because it's SO easy and cute! I just bought around 6 mini pumpkins and arranged them in a glass bowl :)


Now that the weather is cooling off I've found myself craving warm coffee and all I want to do is curl up on the couch with a cup and a book! Too bad work gets in the way of that ;)

 
Easy but cute outfits like this one have become my weekend go-to when I'm running errands so that I'm still comfy but get to wear some of my casual favorites. This top is actually a sweatshirt and I love how soft and long it is (and the color)! This was snapped on a busy Saturday morning where I got to photograph a precious basketball clinic for special needs kiddos in our school district.


 
Based on the fact that I've already painted my nails with it twice in the past month, Essie 'Chinchilly' is definitely still one of my top 3 favorite polishes.

 

 This is probably not a big deal to most, but as a taller girl I haven't owned a cute pair of PJ pants in years because I can never find them long enough! I am rejoicing though that I found this stinkin adorable pair at Target that are so cozy (and long enough)!

I couldn't find them online, but just bought them a couple of weeks ago in-store. I love these too!


I snapped this after taking outfit photos one evening because this hat and lipstick are my very favorites at the moment!



 AND, an Insta post wouldn't be complete without a picture of my little love, Russell! Russ is somewhere between 6 and 7 months now (I tell him every day to stop growing) and he's still as cute as ever! Unfortunately, he's learned that he can jump up on our kitchen table, and is also in a very destructive phase at the moment. Much to my chagrin, this means that cute decor is still not in the cards.

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Thanks so much for reading! As always, I would love for you to keep up with my blog and everyday life via Instagram at @jacylenore!

I'll have an outfit post for you tomorrow :)
xo,
Jacy

June Photo Diary
7.02.2014

Outfit for my sister's birthday dinner!
Clutch: Francesca's (in-store | love this one and this one)
Top: J. Crew Factory - on sale!
Jeans: Forever 21 | Heels: Steve Madden (similar here and here)
Watch: Fossil | Bracelet: Cathryn Ann | Nails: Revon 'Minted'

 Wedding and moving errands with my mom.
Tee: Target | Nails: Essie 'Bachelorette Bash'

New tennies that I'm OBSESSED with.
Nike Air Max Thea: available in limited sizes here

 DIY veil-making in process!

Laying out at the pool with the bestie.
Swimsuit: Victoria's Secret | Cup: Wal-mart | Watermelon towel: TJ Maxx

 Casual Friday at the office.
Top: J. Crew Factory - on sale! | Jeans: Forever 21
Flats: Go Jane (sold out) | Watch: Fossil | Bracelet: Lily and Laura

 My favorite shoes this summer from Target.

Lipstick: Bare Minerals Marvelous Moxie in 'Fly High'
Dress: Asos 

A sweet confirmation that I'm right where I'm supposed to be. Loving my new job, new house, and new town!

 My bridesmaids' necklaces + a peek at their dresses.
Necklace: Mindy Maes Market (I highly recommend - wonderful quality!)

 My crazy work pants that I'm obsessed with! So sad both these pants and flats are sold out.

A new favorite outfit. Loved dressing up this tee for work!
Tee: J. Crew Factory | Blazer: Forever 21 (old | similar)
Necklace: Etsy (J. Crew inspired) | Bracelets: F21 + Lily and Laura

My look for my bridal shower weekend before last! I had such a lovely time celebrating with dear friends.
Top: Forever 21 (sold out) | Skirt: boutique find
Sash: My Everyday Party on Etsy (you can customize sash color, letter color & wording - so happy with how it turned out!)

A gorgeous arrangement my sister did for my bridal shower! White frame is from Hobby Lobby.

June was an extremely fun month from purchasing a house to my bridal shower to starting my new job and more! As great as it was, I know July will be even better. We get married in just 24 days, so wedding preparations have suddenly kicked into the next gear, and we're in the middle of painting and re-flooring our entire house too! Despite all of the craziness and stress, I want to focus on the big picture and how many wonderful, life-changing things are taking place right now.

I hope all of you had a wonderful month of June, have a blessed July, and are enjoying your summers!

xo,
Jacy




Trey and I at a professional golf tournament last month!

A little selfie of my sis and I at her birthday dinner!

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May Snaps
5.27.2014

Messy waves, stripes, and pink.
Dress: Asos | Necklace: Forever 21 (recent in-store, similar) | Lips: Revlon stain in 'Smitten' 

Absolutely in love with all of the peonies in bloom this month!

 A rare moment of calm before the (wedding! new job! moving!) storm...
Mug: TJ Maxx | Nails: Orly 'Pink Waterfalls'

 Just admiring my recent fun + cheap shopping find - these pink d'orsay flats! (Thank you Cheslie for the tip)
Flats: Go Jane (on sale! size down 1/2 size) | Polishes: Essie 'bachelorette bash' and 'set in stones'

Trey and I at my family birthday dinner earlier this month!
Dress: Asos (also seen here

More love for my new pink flats (paired with Gap distressed jeans from last year).

Sorry, but I can't resist snapping pink peonies when I come across them :)

An #ootd from last week! Crisp blue and white + a hint of bright coral.
Shirt: Target | Jeans: American Eagle | Watch: Fossil | Sunglasses: Anthropologie (similar)

Hello! Aren't you glad this is a shorter work week? I had a fun 3-day weekend, filled with family time, shopping (hello outlet mall MDW sales), wedding invites, and even a little time to catch up on TV shows.

Later this week I will be starting my new job + semi-moving an hour away (clothes-only at this point), and with rain in the forecast all. week. long. I can't promise many outfit posts in the next couple of weeks. But please know, I'll be doing my best to post consistently, and to bring you the best content I can! In the meantime, please pardon my Instagram post today ;) If you know me or have followed me for awhile (follow along here), you know how truly obsessed I am with Instagram though. Seriously, it's the best.

xo,
Jacy 



Spring Photo Diary
5.05.2014

My new favorite spring mani: Essie 'Blanc'
(scarf is old from Aerie) 

The spring blooms have been extra magnificent here this year.

 I went on my first business trip this past week - exciting!
Watch: Fossil | Nails: Orly 'pink waterfalls' | Pants: H&M

My #ootd for Easter! 
Skirt: old F21 | Heels: Target (similar here & here) | Bracelet: Crave Boutique

My favorite lipstick discovery of the winter & spring! Revlon 'Berry Haute'

Fun spring accessories! 
Sunglasses: Anthropologie (similar) | Watch: Fossil | Clutch: Gap (similar) | Nails: Orly 'pink waterfalls'

 Celebrating Easter with my soon-to-be husband!

 Spring #ootd
Watch: Fossil | Necklace: F21 (similar) | Bracelets: F21 (old) | Blouse: H&M (similar)

 Spring/summer brights!
Shorts: C.C. Lake (other color here) | Purse: Rodi Boutique (similar)

I started the Bikini Body Guide by Kayla Itsines a couple of weeks ago and the workouts are amazing! I can't wait to see my results and to get in better shape. Check out her website and Instagram - she is incredible!

 More Essie 'blanc' love

 An #ootd from last week!
Blazer: F21 (similar here & here) | Tee: Gap | Bag: The Limited | Jeans: Gap (similar) | Flats: Target (similar)

 I'm on a big pink kick lately, and this wrap blouse is so trendy, yet classic.
Top: H&M | Necklace: J. Crew Factory (similar)

A favorite easy-glam mani! Essie 'sand tropez' + Essie 'set in stones'


This post was a bit long, but I hadn't done a photo diary post in a couple of months, and couldn't narrow down my snapshots any further! For more photos (#ootds, nails, blog looks, shopping finds, spring blooms + more), follow me on Instagram - @jacylenore!

xo,
Jacy


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