Red, White and Yellow?

I'm back to feeling like myself again and am almost at 100% power. Strep throat you are at the end of your reign! You have been beaten by the power of antibiotics and tea. I went to a 4th of July fireworks show with some friends last night at a country club in North Dallas and must say it was quite the show! We threw around the football and ran around barefoot on the golf course. A good time was had by all.

I love the colors that are in season right now. You can find a color for every occasion, skin tone, and mood! I scored these yellow shorts from Nordstroms and wear them with almost anything to brighten the outfit. The cardigan I've had for almost 3 years and bought to go with a new year's eve dress. I'm just glad it's still able to pass as fashionable. It's also super comfy. Happy Thursday everyone!

Cardigan: Forever 21 Undershirt: Banana Republic Shorts: Caslon Wedges: Aldo

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Bows and Lace

Well, I have had quite the past few days and have quite the news! I got a job!!! Hallelujah! I was going a little crazy there for a while... I will be working at a small boutique called the Impeccable Pig here in Dallas. Expect most of my posts to feature their clothes from here on out (hehe). Also, I have strep throat :( But I won't let it get me down from what needs to get done. Today was my first day back of running errands and being my "busy bee" self.  For this next couple of posts, my mom and I shot in Deep Ellum which is such a cool part of town. I call it the Austin side of Dallas.

Now on to the clothes! I love this shirt and bought it from Francesca's. I like how it pretends to be casual in the front but is a party in the back. And I'm a sucker for lace. The shoes add a fun pop with the bows and who doesn't love a flirty pair of heels? Hope you are having a lovely day!

      Shorts: American Eagle Shoes: Madden Girl Necklace: Forever 21

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Dress Up

Random fact of the day: I've got a not so secret crush on Katy Perry. I just watched her on Jay Leno and thought she seems so polite and down to Earth. I would love to style her one day! She takes fun risks with her clothing and I love her style. Your loss, Russell Brand. As far as me, I'm enjoying spending time with my sister and have just been hopping from one activity to the next! I'm ready for an action filled weekend with friends.


I fell in love with this dress when I saw Emma Watson wear it to an award show. The dress is Valentino, oh if only I had somewhere to where it! I thought the nude accesories complimented the dress but didn't overpower it.Also, I love the bow and think the combo of the bow and lace make for the perfect feminine combo.






This next look features my favorite trend of the season: peplum! It's a fun way to accent a dress or skirt.  I can't go without mentioning the shoes who are by Matiko Echo. They're so fun and colorful and I think I'm in love!

As always, have a lovely day!

If only I had somewhere to wear this.... by allison-dalehite featuring a drop waist dress

Valentino drop waist dress
$4,390 - net-a-porter.com

Alexandre Birman almond toe pumps
£345 - brownsfashion.com

Jacques Vert wedding clutch
£65 - johnlewis.com





"The mind of a sinful nature is death, but the mind controlled by the Spirit is life and peace" Romans 8:6



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Kickin' It Poolside

So last night I went to the Life in Travel Happy Hour and had a blast! It was full of the Dallas fashion elite and was held at the immaculate Joule Hotel in downtown. Despite the heat, my friend and I were able to meet some nice ladies who shared our love of fashion. We talked about shoes for about 15 minutes! Toward the end, I was able to meet Hanh herself and asked her a few questions about blogging. I must say she is a sweetheart and very sincere.


I wore a dress I stole from my sister (borrowed.... I mean borrowed) and wore my trusty Aldo wedges, which have become a bit of a good luck charm. I wanted the wavy beach curls so I curled my hair with a 2 1/2" curling iron. Hope you are enjoying your day!

Dress: Taylor and Hyde Wedges: Aldo

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Summer Time

Oh, girls night. Gossip, vodka and Diet Coke, hair dying, and general fun. I'm always happy when my sis is in town and these few days with her are no exception. I'm diligently hunting down a job and balanacing my social life. I'm going to Life in Travel's Happy Hour tonight. I'm so excited and hope I can corner her to ask a few blogger questions.

So I found a new toy to play with, Polyvore. It's like playing  paper dolls for grown ups. Below I added my casual looks (my dressy creations will come tomorrow) for the summertime. I loved the boho band for the hair and think this outfit rocks!

Summer Time by allison-dalehite featuring boho hair accessories

True Religion short jean shorts
€229 - jades24.com

Minnetonka shoes
$50 - endless.com

Boho hair accessory
$15 - etsy.com

This look was inspired by my sister, Megan. She recently returned from London and I made this outfit for her. She and I are both Jefferey Campbell fans so I'm obsessed with the shoes, as is she. This outfit may not work logically for Texas, but I bet it would rock the streets of London.






I hope you all have an awesome day and kick some ass at work!


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Pattern Princess

I just had the most amazing evening with my dear sister and her friend Brooke. I made a spinach artichoke mac n cheese and Megan made her infamous deviled eggs. Thank you Pinterest! You provide us with so many fun recipes. But seriously, I had a great night and I haven't laughed this hard in a long time.  PS I can't wait for football season to get here!

I love the pattern of this skirt. I'm a big pattern person. They make life more fun! I wanted to keep the focus on the skirt, so I dressed down the rest of the outfit. You can't go wrong with a denim jacket and nude wedges. Hope everyone has a fabulous day!

Jacket: Chico's Undershirt: Banana Republic Skirt: Zara Wedges: Aldo

"We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to his purpose." Romans 8:28


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Homeward Bound

My sister comes home from London today!!! She's been gone a month but it feels like longer. She's obsessed with the Beatles (her cat is named Sargeant Pepper) and was able to go see Abbey Road. Oh, and she studied while she was over there ;) As for me, I plan to go see "Lola Versus" tonight with some friends and am getting my hair did today!

This is a nice weekend look, nothing too fancy. I love the lace trend that's going on right now and thought I'd add a little color with a sea green tee underneath. Then I paired the shoes, which are my latest find from DSW, and thought the coral would add a nice pop to the outfit. I decided to play up my hair a bit and am open to any suggestions for fun hair tips if you want to leave any sites on here. Happy Friday everyone!!!

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