Fashion Friday: Leather Leggings

There are a lot of things I'm drooling over fashion-wise for Fall. However, one trend really takes the cake. I think it's safe to say I have a full-on obsession with leather/liquid leggings. I have a pair that is a couple of years old, so I went ahead and ordered myself a fresh new pair :) In the past, my favorite ways to style them were with a black sweater and statement necklace and heels for a dressier look, and with a white tee, black blazer and mixed metal necklaces with tan suede booties for a more casual appearance.

Here's some Pinspiration I plan to draw from for this Fall/Winter:

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OK, after looking at all of these pics, I have convinced myself to wear a leather/liquid legging look tonight, for our anniversary dinner!! I can't get enough!!

Happy Friday!

XOXO

Fashion Friday: Jacket Jubilee

Right now, I am obsessing over jackets. At the moment, I am very hesitant to buy anything for Fall/Winter pants-wise, because I'm hoping to be in maternity pants at some point. But, I figure jackets and cardigans are open game since I can still wear them unbuttoned and unzipped even with a pregnant belly--if I am lucky enough to have one!

I ordered this cutie from Old Navy this morning. They have 25% off right now, so it was less than $30!

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Totally digging this red hot number from Zara!

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Houndstooth! And, chains! Love! Also from Zara

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Adore this sequined cardi! So fun for a night out and, again, from Zara.

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Of course, I must have a leopard jacket. From Asos.

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Looking forward to cooler weather!
XOXO

KK Bloom and The Queen City Style!

A few weeks ago, I found out I won a gift certificate to the amazing boutique, KK Bloom, here in Charlotte! I had entered a giveaway over on one of my favorite style blogs, The Queen City Style, and was excited and surprised to find out that I won! With the move going on, it took me longer than expected to get over there to spend it, but I went today, and up there is a little sneaky peeky of my purchases. Most of the store was on sale (that dress ended up being less than $100—score!!), so if you're looking for something super cute and summery, I suggest you head on over to KK Bloom! I'll be back on Friday to show you the full view!

Fashion Friday: Pinspiration

I'm alive over here, I promise. I'm slooooowly but surely unpacking the mountain of boxes that is in our garage. Fabrics and paint colors have been picked, deposits have been made, and decorating is well under way. We'll be going room by room, piece by piece starting with the master bedroom and den. We're talking a major overhaul here, friends. We're starting fresh. We're going to infuse our personalities into every inch of this house. This, for me, includes some kick-ass pink and leopard powder room wallpaper, but that's pretty far off, and I don't want to get too far ahead of myself. I'll share pictures of our progress...eventually!

Anywho... it's Friday, which means fashion talk! Here are a few lovelies I found on Pinterest that will serve as some inspiration for me this fall.

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I love everything about this! Especially the fact that I have a dress and booties already in my closet (not to mention about 800 scarves) to recreate my own version!

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I have to say, I never thought I'd see the day where I actually would want to wear a Canadian tuxedo (as my brother calls wearing all denim), but I looooove this look!!!

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I have been obsessed with leather leggings for at least two years now. IF I ever get pregnant again, I have already done my research to know that there are maternity liquid/leather leggings, so, either way, I WILL wear an outfit similar to this in a few months!

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The Zara leather jacket I have my eye on would look amazing with an outfit like this!

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DYING over this skirt! Must find something similar!!!

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So, we're talking booties, texture, and leather for me this Fall. What will your Fall staples be???

Happy Weekend!

XOXO

Fashion Friday On Wednesday—Birthday Blues

This post was supposed to go up last Friday, but I got sidetracked. Funny, now that I'm procrastinating on the packing I magically found time to put it up! 

I present to you my birthday celebration outfit. I love, love, love mixing patterns right now! I ordered this dress from ModCloth to match these shoes, and to my delight, it ended up being perfect! I plan to wear this to a wedding in July, also.

We celebrated my 31st having dinner at 5Church followed by a Hemingway Daiquiri at Capital Grille. It was the perfect night! If you live in Charlotte, or are in the area, I highly recommend a meal at 5Church!

Fashion Friday--PINspiration

Just a few things I've seen on Pinterest lately that I'm planning to channel using my own wardrobe!

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Oh, oh, oh those jeans! They are perfection. Wish I knew what brand they are!

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I am basically obsessed with white jeans. I have two pairs: flares and skinnies. I can't get enough of either! I love the bright colors and neutral shoes. Swoon.

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Currently searching for the perfect pair of neon pink shorts! Plus, gingham?! PRESH!

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I ADORE Blair's style. ADORE. This is actually a dress and skirt combo. She is so creative with her outfits, and is always on the mark. Oh, and, those shoes. Le sigh. Gingham, I love you!

Fashion Friday--Recent Purchases

It's official. I suck at taking pictures of what I actually wear. Maybe it's time that I really go all in and learn how to use my awesome mom camera. That way, I could take pictures of myself instead of asking Barry. I'll work on that in the coming weeks. 

Anyhoo... Instead, I will share with you a couple of my recent purchases that I love! 

Yoanna Baraschi Lace Medallion Tank

Anthropologie

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This is no longer available online, but I just purchased this week for $50 from the store's sale rack. I've already worn it, and it is adorable on!

Vince Camuto Sheath Dress in Blue Iris

Nordstrom

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I'm wearing this with my Isola Damanis and a fab neon yellow/pink/gold necklace to a wedding on Sunday. This dress is the perfect color, the perfect fit, and made out of amazing fabric. The price tag was pretty fantastic, too, for as much wear as I'll get out of it. 

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Watercolor Stripe Pocket T in Black Stripe

Gap

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Great basic, great price, great quality. I don't care what anyone says, I love the Gap. I have read a lot online where people have said it is unstylish, etc., but I always find great basics there, and they always have sales online.
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And, here's what I have my eye on...

Forever 21 Crop Single Button Blazer

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Free People Ikat Printed Cropped Skinnies

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Ark & Co Leopard Print Tie-Back Blouse

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Hope y'all have a great weekend!
XOXO

Fashion Friday--GNO w/ Shana

I hate to do this to y'all again, but I didn't get a chance to snap a pic of my actual outfit for Girl's Night Out last night. I met my girlfriend, Shana, at Bonefish for some yummy eats and a couple of adult beverages. My outfit actually consisted of the navy printed tank, jeans, coral necklace and shoes pictured with a similar J. Crew cardi and another necklace that had several different colored strands mixed in with some gold. Will definitely be wearing this again!

GNO w/ Shana by ashleykirby featuring peep toe pumps

OOTD--Last Thursday

Excuse the horrible bathroom mirror pic. It was done super-fast before I ran out the door on Thursday morning.

My wardrobe these days can only be described as casual. I have a few things appropriate for church, a few party dresses and a whole lot of jeans/tops/casual dresses/shorts. I simply don't have reason to purchase anything dressy when my days consist of gym time, preschool drop-off/pick-up, working with my social media clients and housework. Glamourous life I lead, I know.

Each time we have a wedding to go to, I must purchase a dress because I have purged my closet of all old and unworn clothing and either donated it or consigned it. For date nights, I can usually get away with a dressy casual outfit. But, Barry and I have been known to enjoy a fancy restaurant, so I do have a few go-tos on hand just in case. I'm doing some major wardrobe revamping/rebuilding this year. With that being said, here's a peek at the super-laidback, super-cheap (minus the shoes) outfit I wore:




Chambray top: Old Navy
Coral shorts: Old Navy (old)
Scarf: F21 (old)
Necklace: Waxing Poetic, gifted
Leopard bracelet: Aldo
Gold flip flops (not pictured): Tory Thoras

I actually got a lot of compliments on this outfit while I was out. Pretty sure I'll be wearing it again!

Fashion Friday

I'm back this week! Sorry, I was at the beach last weekend and taking a little time to relax rather than blog, so no outfit post. This week's outfit is what I wore out last night to Cantina 1511 and Fabo's Glass House. Fun times! 

Ok, ignore the odd place the pic was taken, we were getting ready to walk out the door. We need to work on Barry's photography eye. Outfit details: 

Top: Lilly Pulitzer Alima

Jeans: 7 For All Mankind Jiselle Slim Fit Flares

Belt: Gap

Shoes: Isola via Monkees

Necklace: Ann Taylor Loft

Bangles: Aldo Accessories

Bag: Rebecca Minkoff, gifted

I broke my own rule last night and stepped out in white pants before Memorial Day. With the warm temperatures and blooming flowers, I just couldn't resist! 

Happy Weekend! XOXO

Fashion Q & A

I need your help, friends! I want to write a fashion Q&A blog for Modern Parent. If you can think of some type of wardrobe or outfit help you need, will you (pretty please with sugar on top) leave me a comment or email me at ashleykirby81 at gmail?

Speaking of fashion, if you follow me on twitter, you know that my fantabulous friend, Whitley (of Queen City Style), and I were at one of my favorite boutiques last week--summerbird. She wrote a blog about me (Little ole me, can you believe it? She thinks I'm stylish! I'm giddy!) and it will be posted tomorrow, I believe. We had so much fun trying on some amazing designer frocks and there will be pictures!

XOXOXOXO

Fashion Friday: Turquoise Denim

Turquoise Denim--Wear Now by ashleykirby featuring missoni scarves

Ok, so I know last week I promised that I would do better for you regarding an outfit post this Friday. Unfortunately, I cannot deliver a picture of me (long week here--sick baby), but am resorting to using a Polyvore set inspired by an outfit I have actually worn (and received tons of compliments on).

My actual outfit is the jeans pictured, a tan blouse from Gap, Steve Madden nude Sarrina heels, a Madewell black blazer and a knock-off Missoni scarf from Forever 21. The perfect way to wear colored denim when it's still not quite Spring! 

First Fashion Friday!

I'm not sure if you can really call this "fashion," but it's a real outfit I wore this week. It's also the only one I got a picture of. So, here goes, my first (super casual) outfit post! Please bear with me, I promise to have something a little more exciting next week!

Top: Coveted from Petal Boutique

Jeans: William Rast Kara Skinnies 

Boots: Frye Jackie Button Boots

Necklaces: Coral--Stella & Dot, Blue and Turquoise--ALARM

I'd like to give a shout-out to my friend, Whitley, who inspired me to get my butt in gear doing this and who had a fabulous Stella & Dot dinner party last weekend where I purchased this necklace! Check out her blog, you'll love it!

More Fall Fashion

I have decided I also need these. I mean, hello? Teal Hunters? I can already envision my jeggings and skinnies tucked into these beautiful boots. I'm dying over the color!

Hunter High Gloss Rainboots

Switching gears completely, I die over this "jacket"...

Odille Noisette Jacket


And, this, I NEED this...

Crimped Striped Poncho


Lastly, this sweater is a must. Oh, and it's on sale!

Of-The-Ages Pullover

I think that's enough for now!

First Fall Fashion Find!

I have officially started my fall shopping! Here's my first purchase:

Lucky Andria Boots

Can't wait for them to arrive. I think I need these, too:

Steve Madden Sarrina

And, I know for a fact these will be mine:

Tory Burch Leopard Eddies

Next up...cute tops and dresses! Stay tuned!