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Author: Absolutely Alli

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All Around the Merry Go Round

Happy Monday! Where has the weekend gone?!? I feel like every weekend I have good intentions to get multiple thing accomplished, then I blink and it is Sunday night. Ugh! Does this happen to anyone one else? Time needs to slow down so I can get through my to do list.

Anyway, summer is almost over so I thought it was a perfect time to wear this Zaful two-piece floral short set. It is comfy and casual, great for a hot end of the season summer’s day. I accessorized with a tan wristlet, gold jewelry, and cheetah print flats. What are your end of the season favorites? Also, how awesome is this carousel (Jane’s Carousel) at Brooklyn Bridge Park in Dumbo? Amazing! A must when you visit NYC.

Check out Zaful 4th Anniversary Sale here. Use code ZFAnniversary for a discount. Free shipping worldwide.

XoXo
Alli 

Photo: Pret-A-Photo 

Any of my Louisville KY followers come join me on Thursday at Kendra Scott for a Sip and Shop. Find the earrings from this post and many more. Details below.

                                   
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Dancing in the Street

Every once and awhile you find that perfect party dress and you know it! This one has me singing “Dancing In the Street”, and literally dancing. This dress is flirty and fun and no other back drop than the Brooklyn Bridge, would have done it justice. The all black, side cut out cocktail dress with ruffles is a show stopper and perfect for girls night or a fancy date night. I love the ruffles and the blue undertone. I accessorized with strappy heels, a multi-colored detailed purse, a red lip and gold jewelry.

What is you dancing outfit? Shop mine below.

XoXo
Alli

Photo: Pret-A-Photo 


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Motivated in Brooklyn

Last week I was living my NYC dreams. This city is by far one of my favorites. I always get the sense opportunities are endless there. As I looked out at the vast cityscape and the Brooklyn Bridge it excites me! The energy is there and the motivation is there. It reminds me to not sit on my dreams and help others to reach their’s too.

The day was perfect for this bright yellow Zaful off the shoulder dress. It is airy, light and comfortable. Definitely size up because it runs small. I accessorized with a dual tone tassel necklace, navy espadrille flats, and merlot color lipstick. This outfit is perfect for the hot summer weather. 

Check out Zaful 4th Anniversary Sale here. Use code ZFAnniversary for a discount. Free shipping worldwide.

XoXo
Alli 

                                           Dress: c/o Zaful      Photography: Pret A Photo
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What I am wearing Religiously: Instagram Round Up

                             
                                  Shop Tassel Earrings: One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six
Sitting here in NYC waiting for my girls to start my bachelorette weekend. I am super excited! Pictures to come soon from that. Anyway, It has been a little while since I have done a roundup so I thought it was time. What items are you wearing religiously? Me…. tassel earrings, cute flats and athleisure are what I gravitate towards. Check out my latest below.

XoXo
Alli

                 
                             
                                             Shop Flats: One | Two | Three | Four | Five | Six

                                 
                                        Shop Products: One | Two | Three | Four | Five

I am trying to get my hair wedding ready. So I did a chop as well as straighten it for a couple days.

                             
                                               Shop: Clutch | Pants | Mules | Tunic


    Shop: Yoga Pant (One, Two, Three) | Tank (One, Two, Three) | Sports Bra (One, Two, Three )
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Makeup Monday: Pixi Glow


  Shop Pixi Beauty: Highlighter Duo | Eyeshadow (One, Two, Three, Four, Five) | Earrings | YouTube
Happy Makeup Monday!! I am trying to get that perfect Pixi Glow. If you have been following me for a while you know that I am a huge fan of Pixi Beauty. Their products are always light weight, super pigmented, and very affordable. Pixie is truly one of my favorites and these highlighters and eyeshadows are the bomb, if  I do say so myself! Check out my review on them in my YouTube video here.

What are you favorite Pixi Beauty Products? Shop mine below.

XoXo
Alli

                     

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Seeing Red

Shop: Dress (one, two) | Wedges | Handbag | Lipstick | Earrings | Bracelet

Happy Independence Day America!! I thought this red dress was fitting for the holiday. What are your plans on this patriot day? Mine going to a pool party and cleaning, blah to the cleaning but it has to be done.

Front tie dresses have been very popular this summer and this one for me didn’t disappoint. The color,  the fit and the movement are perfect. It is light and flowy, great for a hot summer’s day. I paired it with large gold chandelier earrings, wedges, a red lip and a straw handbag. And how cute is this hammered copper cuff? Accessories can definitely help make an outfit.

Shop this look below and have a wonderful 4th of July.

XoXo
Alli

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Makeup Monday: Flower Beauty

                   
                                 Shop Flower Beauty: Mascara | Eyeliner | YouTube Video
Happy Makeup Monday!! Today I am trying some new products from Flower Beauty, the makeup collect from Drew Barrymore. I have to say I am loving their Lash Warrior mascara. It has truly become my go to and I wear it almost everyday. It makes my lashes look super long and they don’t clump together. Also the whole collection is affordable and cruelty free. Check out my new YouTube video on two of my favorite Flower Beauty products (here).

XoXo
Alli

Makeup c/o Flower Beauty

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Makeup Monday: Urban Decay Born to Run Collection


                             Shop: Palette | Lipstick | Eyeliner | Setting Spray | YouTube
Happy Makeup Monday!! Have you tried the new Urban Decay Born to Run Collection?? I had the opportunity to try it this weekend and I love the eyeshadow palette. It is complete with mattes, metallics and shimmers; as well as a wide variety of colors. So there is basically something for everyone. The collection also has three different lipsticks and eyeliners for you to choose from. Check out my YouTube review on the collection here and let me know what you think about the new products.

XoXo
Alli

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Motivation

Happy Summer! It is beyond hot here in the bluegrass state, almost unbearable. How are you holding up where you are? I started this post as a fitness motivation post for myself and then quick realized I that I  honestly just needed to ask for motivation from you all. Truth is I find it hard to go to work, go to the gym and come home to work on my other businesses (blog, plant nite, wedding stuff), as well as do household things (cook, clean, laundry). How do you all do it all? How do  you keep it straight? With the wedding being less then 100 days away I guess I am asking for suggestions. What works for you?

Suggestions on:
1.Quick and easy workout routines (30 mins or so)
 2. Daily schedules on household chores (day you do each task and for how long)
3. Business ladies: How do you work a full-time job and run your other businesses?
4. Brides: When you are 100 days out from your wedding what task do you suggest to make sure everything is organized and ready?
I honestly think this post could help many who are in need motivation or ideas. If you have any suggestions bring them on! Also I am speaking my workout into existence with this cute athleisure outfit, shop similar ones below. 
XoXo
Alli 

             
                                                             Photography by Erin Trimble

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Bachelorette Party Dress

Shop: Dress (One, Two) | Heels | Lipstick | Bracelet | Earrings

Next month I am preparing to head to my bachelorette party in one of my favorite cities, NYC, with a few of my best girls. I wanted to do something a little different. I have been to Vegas multiple times and knew I didn’t want to go there. I am not a huge beach person, so Miami was out of the question (not because I don’t like water or sand, but because I am allergic to the sun, which is a pain).  I am a city girl and what is one of the the best cities in the world? NYC of course!

In anticipation of this upcoming weekend I am already planning out outfits to wear. The first one is this sequins dress, which is perfect for the party, and that is when I attend to wear it. This will be my going out dress. Comfortable, a statement in itself; it is a great dress for a night out on the town with the girls. I paired it with sliver heels and a red lip to give a little pop of color. Looking forward to sharing more of my NYC looks. Shop this one below!

XoXo
Alli

                                                          Photography by Erin Trimble