A winner

Tee: Target | Skinnies: Target | Flats: Me Too {Check your local Rack} | Bag: Kaboo- Won via Lilly's Style blog!! {Purchase here} | Necklace: Bauble Bar | Sunnies: F21

You guys.... I can't even believe it! Do you love or do you love my new bag?! I never win anything, but I always enter giveaways on blogs because they're fun and I love learning about new products. But to my shock, I actually won!! This bag is awesome because it comes with a separate pouch for your iPad... how cool is that?! I love using it, and it will be perfect when I take up more classes come fall! Also, how awesome are these pants?! I've been dying for floral jeans, but could never find some in my price range... believe it or not, they were only $23! I suggest running out to your local Tar-jay and snapping them up ;) 

I'm also thinking about getting this pair. What do you ladies think?!

Thanks for following!!

Happy Tuesday :) 

Insta-life

Loving Instagram just as much as me?! Here's my life+a few extras.... you can follow along @LexiPhebs 

The.best.ever. Seriously. 

Actually wearing my new jumpsuit. Love.

Baseball tee+baubles. 

Only in the Northwest.... froyo with seasonal berries right from the farms. 

My new chair!! Vintage find that I am totally in love with:) Now to find a matching couch.....

Red lips and fancy-shmancy earrings just because. 

An actual bonfire on an actual beach. Must be summer. 

Okay y'all, listen.... I don't drink soda. Except for the ginger ale at P.F. Changs. So worth it. 

Girls night out...

Coral and gold mani! 

I love living close to portland for the reason being the I can go to Cartlandia whenever I want and have some of the best food served from a truck. If you ever travel to Portland, I strongly suggest visiting it. Greek gyros=mega yum. 

On NW 23rd in Portland. Famous shopping area. Salted caramel gelatto for a quick break! 

It was a hot day so the puppers decided they needed to work on their tans. 

DIY coffee mugs! Getting excited for the move.

And consider this a preview for the week ;) 

Happy Monday!!

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That didn't take long.....

Did you miss these kind of pictures? I'm sure you did ;)

 

Tee: F21 | Maxi: Nordstroms {Similar here} | Flats: Me Too {Try your local Nordies Rack or eBay} | Belt: F21 | Phone case: Kate Spade 

I have been slacking on outfits because basically my days go like this: Wake up late for the gym, run home, get ready for work, work anywhere from 8-12 hours, sleep. By the time I get home it's pitch black out, so these are the pictures you're getting for now ;) Hopefully this weekend will slow down. When I'm going a million miles an hour, my outfits become calm, just like this. Anyways, on my lunch break yesterday guess what I found?! If you read my post yesterday, it's what I've been looking for..... 

Leather-coated jeggings/jeans/pants!! YAY! I was super excited when I saw this, because they're not too flashy. I love that they're coated and not the full leather/pleather deal! I am seriously beyond happy that I found these.... and at all places, Marshall's for only $20! I loved them with just my t-shirt, but can't wait to dress them up this weekend! Well, now it's time for me to head off for my morning spin class..... oh joy! *Sarcasm* 

Happy Thursday dolls! Weeks almost over... :) 

On the hunt//Wear it now, wear it later!

Hello lovely ladies! I couple days ago I stumbled across a picture via pinterest the other day of some leather jeggings. I am now on the hunt for a toned-down version of some of the same pretties:

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I'd love to find some coated black pants so I'm not too flashy.. self-confidence here people! If any of you have suggestions on where I could get some reasonably priced ones, I'd love to hear! :) While I'm searching, I came up with two ways to wear these puppies.. now in the summer, and carrying them into the fall!

Outfit one: Summer's night out! I'd wear this out on the town with girlfriends! The t-shirt makes it summer cool but the pants make a statement for themselves! 

T-shirt: Target

Jeggings: UO

Flats: Me Too

Necklace: Bauble Bar

Sunnies: Tory Burch

Outfit two: Fall date night! This is the perfect day-to-night outfit! The fur and bold necklace make it dressy while the sweater and riding boots keep you comfy. 

Vest: Top Shop

Sweater: Jack Wills

Jeggings: UO

Boots: Tory Burch {On sale at Nordies}

Bag: Michael Kors

Necklace: J Crew

So tell me, ladies... what's your take on 'statement' jeans like these? Floral print, other prints, etc? I'm all ears!!

Happy Hump Day!

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Plain white tee....

Tee: Target {Totally my fav} | Skinnies: AE | Flats: Me Too {Now at Nordstroms Rack, try here for some for $40 if you can't find them at your rack} | Bag: Tory Burch | Necklace: J Crew | Sunnies: H&M 

Like I've talked about before, my summer looks are so much more casual than during any other season. The weather doesn't even get to what I consider 'hot' here, but most of the time I like breezy options. On the days where I'm running around {which seems like everyday lately} I usually throw on a t-shirt and jeans, and a few girly options make it more public appropriate if you know what I mean ;) A sparkly necklace and some cute flats do the trick so well! 

What's your favorite look for the days when you're running around like crazy?! I want to hear from you all!! 

PS. If you read my blog, I'd love if you follow it!! ;) 

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The jumpsuit + 4 ways....

Saturday night I got off work and went to Tar-jay simply because I had nothing better to do :) I ran across this jumpsuit and almost didn't try it on because generally these types of get-ups scare me. I actually really love it though, and the best part..... only $10! I'm sorry if I wear this all the time now, it's just too comfy. I was playing around with accessories to see how versatile it could be, here's what I came up with....

1. Neon necklace and sandals, perfect for running errands.

2. Statement necklace and my favorite flats, I'd wear this out shopping or lunch with girlfriends

3. Added a white blazer, statement necklace and leopard flats, perfect date night out outfit!

4. Just because I'm excited for fall..... booties and put a black tee underneath to make it less summery! 

I definitely suggest running out to Target and getting one of these bad boys!! They're so comfy though, you might not want to wear anything else ;) 

Happy Monday dolls, take it easy....

Ready for boots?

Let's be real here for a second. I love the sun. Like, palm springs in the middle of summer, aka 118 degrees {ish} and up, does not bug me. At all. I am a 'summer girl'. But there's something about fall that really gets me. I love all of the colors changing, the sense of newness and new challenges, a new form of energy, and most of all, the clothes. Neutral colors are so perfect when you're on a budget, because you can come up with so many more outfits than when you're sticking to bold statement pieces. When I looked online at the Nordies anniversary sale a couple days ago {early-access!} I completely died over these boots. I feel like its a necessity to have them! I'm seriously debating it. So, I put together 3 different outfits to help you get a jump start on your fall wardrobe if you're like me and are looking forward to cardigans and boots! ;) 

Outfit one: Lumberjack chic! 

This is perfect for my favorite fall dates.... pumpkin patches, eating caramel apples, drinking hot apple cider, the works.... keeps you warm when you're outside but still festive! 

Flannel: L.K. Bennett

Jeans: Paige

Fur vest: Buckle

Boots: Tory Burch {ON SALE!!} 

Pearls: Buy here

Watch: MK

Outfit two: Classy girl 

I love this as an everyday outfit because jersey knit skirts are adorable but so comfy, thick sweaters are a must for this fall, and one statement necklace doesn't make you look too overdone. This is the perfect outfit to take you into the night as well, such as a dinner date or out and about with girlfriends.

Sweater: Buy here

Skirt: Tibi {Here at F21 for only $6.80!} 

Boots: Tory Burch

Long socks: swell.com

Necklace: J Crew

Sunnies: Wet Seal

Outfit three: Night out! 

Blake and I find it completely necessary to go out at least once a month for a romantic date, that's usually pretty nice. This would be perfect for that sort of event, or even the fast approaching holidays! {Is it weird that I'm thinking about Thanksgiving? Probably.} 

Top: French Connection {Total lust}

Sweater: J Crew {A must-have for anyone!}

Jeans: Paige

Boots: Tory Burch

Bag: MK

Bracelet: J Crew

Earrings: Bauble Bar

So tell me..... have you started your fall/winter wardrobe? Are you currently craving anything on the fabulous nordies sale?? Tell me what your picks are!! :)

Happy Friday and have a great weekend!

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Yesterday........

I got to see my handsome boy :)

It was a little mini day trip, and I'm so thankful I got to spend the afternoon/night with him yesterday! Being in a long distance relationship is so hard sometimes and if there's a chance we get to be together I'll take it! He was about an hour a way from where I live now for a recruiting camp for baseball.... he was a little tired {poor baby, 9 hour days are no fun...} so we went shopping and out for dessert, then rested and watched some movies in the hotel room! I don't post too much about my personal life, but I know I have about the move and I can't wait. Knowing all the hard work we have put into our relationship makes it all so worthwhile! 

He just makes me so unbelievably happy.... Would you guys be interested in a post about 'our story'?? Let me know! I could go on for ages about my love bug, but I'll just leave you with this one last picture.....

...... The real us ;) just being goofballs! 

I had a different post planned for today but this is what you're getting now!! ;) It's 2 am and I have little to none energy... don't ask why I'm up! 

Happy Thursday!!! 

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You can also follow me on Instagram @Lexiphebs 

DIY Hubby shorts!

I love wearing my mans clothes.... especially when we're apart, it's something that makes me feel hmm.... connected to him? Maybe that's weird, or maybe you're like me and love wearing your hubbys/boyfriends clothes! 

Here's how to make 'hubby/boyfriend shorts!' 

Here's beforehand.... now this is probably potentially the trickiest part for some of you. Blake wears a size 32 jeans, and they're big in the waist on me, but the perfect amount bagginess I was hoping for. The boyfriend effect ;) I've just been belting them when I wear them, I haven't taken them in or anything. If your hubs/bf's jeans are terrible huge on you in the waist, I would suggest getting them taken in, or doing it yourself. Anyways, now for the fun stuff.....

Any jeans will do. These are just some super old ones Blake had from Buckle. 

I actually tried them on and measured where I wanted them to hit when they are rolled up {see first picture}. I then measured about 3 inches down from that point and drew a line so I could measure when I actually cut the jeans. 

Cut off where you drew your line, this doesn't have to be totally perfect, as you're going to end up rolling them up.

I actually just folded the jeans in half and cut straight across again on the other leg. If this is how you want your shorts to be, roll up the ends and you're DONE! Isn't that crazy simple?! My shorts stay rolled up pretty well just by themselves, but if you want you could actually sew the inner roll onto the jeans themselves. Personally I like them better just like this.... guys would never put that much effort into their jeans ;) 

I decided that I wanted mine a little more 'destroyed'. I marked again with a pen where I wanted my holes to go. 

Cut along the line so you have a slit. You can make the hole wider, fray it by pulling out the seams that stick out, and randomly snip along the edges of the hole to help it create a more 'natural' looking rip. It just all depends on how polished/destroyed you want these to look! That's the fun part about DIY project, the outcome of how they look is totally up to you!

Hope you all enjoyed!! If you attempt these, I would love to see pictures!! :) Send me the link, post on Instagram and let me know, or you can email me! 

PS. If you read my blog, I would love you to follow it ;) 

You can also follow me on Instagram @Lexiphebs for sneak peaks of outfits/posts! 

Happy Wednesday!

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I love my hubby because.....

He's supportive, caring, loving, selfless, always puts me first, compassionate, he's my best friend, we're silly, he always keeps me laughing, his smile seriously lights up my worst days, his athleticism, and not to mention hes quite hot if I do say so myself ;) and he gives me his pants....... 

So I could make these!! 

 Wanna see what I'm laughing at in this picture? 

This would be Emmie, wishing she could be in the front with us taking pictures and chasing rabbits. 

Awk. 

Boyfriend shorts: DIY hubbies {Similar here if you're not into the whole DIY thing} | Cardigan: Macy's {Old, similar here} | T-shirt: Target {My FAV!!} | Sandals: Target | Bag: Tory Burch | Sunnies: H&M {Recent} | Necklace: Charlotte Russe 

I may or may not be totally in love with these shorts. As of late, 'boyfriend-style' everything has been my go-to pieces. I'm trying to be as stress-free as possible with the move coming up {7 weeks!} and I feel that it's reflecting on my outfits as well! I wore this to a street fair with one of my girlfriends Saturday morning and it was perfect; comfy and kept me warm in the cool morning temperatures! One important guideline I like to follow is that when wearing these menswear pieces, it's important to add some girly accents no matter how casual you're going! Leopard sandals and a funky, glitzy necklace are sometimes all you need ;) 

Check back tomorrow as I'll be posting my own DIY guide on how to make your own hubby/boyfriend shorts! 

Happy Tuesday!! 

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