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Simple Sunday

September 28, 2014 by Katie Haller

I just ended the first week of being apart from my husband while he’s away at training. It hasn’t been easy for the two of us to be apart from one another for this long. This week has definitely been an adjustment for me. It’s been hard coming home to an empty house. The good news is I have a wonderful family that I have been able to spend a little extra one on one time with.

The weather this weekend was absolutely gorgeous. The sun was out and you can see just a touch of orange in the trees. It was perfect. I was able to spend some time with my mom. We spent Saturday morning hiking through a park we used to go to when I was a kid. It was fun to rediscover an old place. It was the perfect way to brighten up my long lonely week.

Here are a few pictures from the walk

Hiking Trail

Not a cloud in the sky

Walk along the lake

A sign that summer is officially over

I hope you enjoyed my Simple Sunday. What was something simple from your week that made you smile?

Shopping Finds~New Maxi Dress

September 25, 2014 by Katie Haller

The seasons are changing, so I’ve been keeping an eye out for cute new fall clothes. Usually, in the early Fall, I’m looking for cute sweaters and dresses that I can wear with a cute pair of boots. But not this year. I won’t be needing all those warm clothes when I’m living in a warm climate. With this in mind, I’ve been on the hunt for a cute maxi dress. Something that I can wear here in Michigan throughout the fall and also wear it as a summer dress.

While browsing through the clearance section at Target, I came across this pink and purple pattern maxi dress. It was only $8.98, 70% off the original price. I decided to go ahead and buy it. I really couldn’t beat the price. The dress is very simple on its own, but with the right accessories, it will be perfect for work, church or anywhere else I want to wear it. I accessorized the dress with a jean jacket, brown belt, brown wedged shoes, and a pearl necklace. I’m really loving this look. I just had to share it with all of you! What do you think?

Maxi dress with jean jacket, brown belt and pearl necklace

My closet~What I Wore This Week

September 20, 2014 by Katie Haller

As promised, I’m embracing the fall weather, starting with one of my favorite things about fall…the clothes! I’ve heard people complaining lately about the cooler days, but not me. I couldn’t wait to pull my favorite pair of boots out of the closet. I highly doubt those boots will get much use in Florida.

Here are some of my favorite fall looks from the past week.

Sunday

Black Dress- Hand-me-Down

Jean Jacket- Jessica Simpson

Leggings- Target

Scarf- Old Navy

Monday

Black Dress- Target

Purple cover-up- Express

Leggings- Target

Boots- Target

Belt- Target

Tuesday

Black Jeggings- Jessica Simpson

Jean Shirt- Target

Black Blazer- Forever 21

Red Necklace- Aldo

Leopard Flats- Old Navy

Friday

Blouse- Jessica Simpson

Red Jeans- Kohls

Black Cardigan- Macy’s

Necklace- Kohls

A Farewell to Fall

September 18, 2014 by Katie Haller

In Michigan, people always complain about the weather. They complain when it’s too cold and they complain if it’s too hot. One thing that I’ve always heard Michiganders say is that they enjoy the “season changes”. By this, I truly believe that these people are talking about Fall. (At least that’s what I mean when I say it.) That’s the only season, besides summer, that people around here really look forward to. I’ve never once heard anyone say “I’m counting down the days until winter. I just can’t wait for another polar vortex”.

Well, it looks like this may be my last fall in Michigan. My husband recently got a job at a new airline. As of right now, it looks like he will be based in Florida. We are both really excited about this new opportunity and an exciting adventure. One of the changes for me, with the relocation, will be experiencing one season year-round…..summer! I have to say, if I have to pick a season I enjoy most it would be summer, but Fall is a very close second for me. It will always have a special place in my heart. I will definitely miss this season.

There is so much to love about the fall. It slowly eases you into the cold weather with the crisp cool days and the leaves changing into beautiful colors of red and orange.

I came across this beautiful site last November while on a walk. I had to take a picture.

This year I plan to live it up throughout the Fall! I want to embrace the Fall as much as I can. From wearing my favorite fall outfits to making some delicious Fall recipes, to just enjoying the outside on a beautiful autumn day.

Look for plenty of fall post the next couple of months. Feel free to send any Fall ideas my ways as well. I will have to find ways to keep the season of Fall alive even while living surrounded by palm trees.

Celebrity looks~ Kate Middleton Casual Style

September 13, 2014 by Katie Haller

It’s no surprise that I’m a huge fan of Kate Middleton’s style. This is not the first post I have done on the Duchess of Cambridge and my love for her classic, effortless fashionable looks. My past Kate Middleton posts have quickly become some of my most visited pages. I’m sure the reason for this is because I’m not the only one out there who just loves this royal style.This week the royal family announced some exciting news that the Duke and Duchess are expecting their second child. I thought that this would be the perfect time to do a celebrity look’s post on Kate Middleton.

Out of all of Kate Middleton’s fabulous looks, my favorite look that she sports is her casual style. I love it when she is dressed down. You can tell that she is most comfortable when she’s dressed in her casual clothes. I find her casual looks to be very basic and easy for me to recreate with my own wardrobe.

Simple Sunday~The Big 3-0

September 8, 2014 by Katie Haller

Today I’m celebrating my 30th birthday. I officially feel old. I feel like any immaturity that I could get away with in my 20’s is over. However, I am super excited for my 30’s. I’ve accomplished everything I wanted in my 20’s and now it’s time to move on to a new decade with lots of new exciting adventures to look forward to. I can’t wait to see what my 30’s will bring.

30 candles. I’m surprised the smoke detectors didn’t go off.

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