Hello from the Smoky Mountains!

B (my hubs) and I are taking a little vacation in one of my favorite states (second alone to Arkansas), Tennessee. This trip has been much, much needed- and what a blessing that we are on it! It is unbelievably nice to get out of the city for a few days and be still.

Anyway, these are the observations we have made on Gatlinburg, TN thus far:

1) We are the youngest couple here. And hey, we have no problem with that. I do feel slightly awkward walking around in red pants among all of the elderly ladies, though.

2) Gatlinburg is like Las Vegas in the mountains. I have never seen so many attractions in one square mile. Not only can we go see a 5D movie complete with moving seats, we can also buy funnel cakes. And neon signs with our names on them. So many great buys for a white elephant party...friends, beware.

3) God made a beautiful earth. Wow. The mountains are BEAUTIFUL. (I promise I will only use all caps to emphasize an important point such as this).

So, all of that to set the stage for some awesome outfit shots. We dared to risk getting attacked by bears for these gems.

 Pants: TJMaxx | Top: XXI | Sweater: Francesca's | Shoes: Macy's

Rainy Day Blues

Hello!

I have to admit, today I got really excited when I came up with this post title. It's rainy, and my whole outfit is blue. I feel so accomplished and witty. 

Moving on, I really love this outfit. I recently bought this top and shoes with my great friend and coworker Tia (name changed for confidentiality...it's a jungle out there) at the one, the only, Forever XXI. According to XXI, grunge is coming back in. So are velvet ice skating leotards and midriff tops. This, is unfortunate. But I digress....

This five minute photo shoot was a good time. Our dog Gus (the party poodle) really likes puddles, in addition to emptying his bowels in the parking lot. That's all I have to say about that.

 Top: XXI | Jeans: Dooley's 5 and Dime | Shoes: XXI | Dog: Perfect Poodles

In an effort to reward you for reading this far, I have included some personal faves.   

-Julielle and Gus


PS- 5 of the 8 paintings below have sold. If you are interested in one email me!

Inspiration

Pants: Grace Anna's Houston Top: Old Navy Sweater: Old Navy Shoes: XXI

Well hello there! 

Here's the deal. I love clothes, and I also love not spending money on them. In addition, I love art, ballet, honing my hip hop skills, and participating in a book club with my dad. I love many things and often lose motivation for said things when I become inspired by something else. Bless my wonderful husband, he always encourages me in whatever I try to do. 

Surprise surprise, tonight I was inspired to write a post! Probably because fall (also known as my favorite season) is about to begin! Now, here in H-town, "fall" is just an extension of summer. Unfortunate, you say. VERY, I say. So, in an effort to be fun and exciting I decided to sport an outfit that works for both summer and fall (if summer = cold).

Easily, my favorite thing to do with clothes is to layer them.  Another favorite thing is mixing up patterns. And my third favorite thing is skinny jeans. Ergo, this ensemble. 

Side note: Taking pictures like this in public is awkward. Also, my husband is too legit. He doesn't ever quit, and he takes my picture like a boss. This is not his favorite activity. 

I hope you enjoy this outfit! I'm feeling that I will be inspired to post more this week. 

Love, 

Julielle and Gus