How to Transition Your Style for Spring (when it's still cold...)

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First of all, I want to thank all of you who messaged me on instagram after I shared on my stories that my mom was having surgery Monday! I'm happy to report, that she is doing well and is feeling a bit better everyday.

On a brighter note, I am so excited to share this post because my friend Abby (from Mom with Muscle) helped with the pictures and they turned out great! It's so fun to have blogger friends that live in the same town to help with this stuff so my husband doesn't get annoyed with taking my photos! 😆

Ever since March 1st hit the calendar, I have been on a spring kick! I am ready for warmer temps and to toss the coats and boots for at least a good 7/8 months! I think it's a pretty common feeling for everyone to be sick of winter by this time. Unfortunately, I live in Ohio where there is basically no spring and we are still having winter like temps in March... It even snowed some today! 😭 However, there is still a way to dress for spring while staying warm at the same time! I'm all about incorporating the spring colors as early as March. That means pastels, bright tones, white and light wash denim, light/neutral tone bags, fun/trendy sunglasses and peep toe booties! 

I was so excited when I saw this pretty pink sweater was on sale for under 10 bucks (the pink is now sold out, but comes in other colors), I had to snag it! I actually sized up to a medium for a more relaxed, cozy fit. 

This sweater pairs perfectly with this pair of white distressed denim and my new $35 (designer dupe) booties! 

Another way to spruce up your wardrobe for spring is to wear some fun, new colorful shades like these $8 rose gold aviators. 

(Shop this look below by clicking on the images)

Pink sweaters:

White denim:

Peep toes booties:

Neutral hangbag:

Sunglasses:

How do you transition your wardrobe for spring?

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Friday Finds | Vol. 6

Happy Friday, friends! I'm going to go ahead and do an old school 'phone dump' for this edition of Friday Finds. Do you all remember when that was a thing? I feel like I have so many things to share, but forget what they are when Friday rolls around. But, then I look at my phone and am reminded by my pictures!

+ If you follow me on instagram or read my blog post yesterday, you know I just received these designer dupe sunglasses and are in love with them (yes, we get it Lindsay!)! The lace up sweatshirt I'm wearing is actually a fall 2017 purchase, but it is still in stock in a few pretty colors perfect for spring! The jeans are my new high waisted distressed pair from AE (there's a BOGO 50% off all jeans promotion happening now!). I'm convinced I will only buy high waisted pants for the rest of my life! And these loafers were probably the best $15 spent over the past year! Snag yourself a pair for spring!

+ Sorry for the awful mirror selfie and the filter from IG stories, but I forgot to save a normal photo of this! I was able to sneak away during nap time last weekend for a little try on session at Nordstrom Rack. They have a TON of great jeans on sale right now! I really loved these STS Blue raw hem distressed jeans (which are on sale for less than $40!), but decided I didn't need another pair... But, now I'm second guessing myself and may have to order them! The tee I'm wearing is Madewell on sale for $16! They don't have the black and white stripe one online, but I'm loving all the solid colors too. This tee runs TTS and is so soft!

+ This week I ordered and received this $10 sweater in the mail today! I got the pink color which I thought would be perfect for spring with white jeans. I sized up to a medium for a loose, comfy fit. It is really soft and not too heavy. I also got this sweater and these $8 mirrored sunglasses. Yes, I think I'm set with sunglasses for the spring/summer! Hoping to take some outfit pics over the weekend with these! Stay tuned!

+ Also, Old Navy was having a great sale earlier in the week so I snagged this dress for spring (a possible Easter dress?) and these cute little bunny button ups for the boys for Easter! 

+ I finally changed out our front door mat (from our xmas one lol!) and the wreath for spring! I had a few questions about the wreath on my instastories and unfortunately, it is no longer available (from Target a few years ago). But, I linked to a few similar options and some other pretty spring wreaths below!

+ And your random recipe for this week... Sheet pan root veggies and apple chicken sausage! Literally all you do is chop everything (I used sweet potatoes, yukon gold potatoes, zucchini and shredded carrots), throw it on a sheet pan with some olive oil, salt and pepper. I baked at 400 for 35 mins, but our oven tends to lean on the 'cool' side, so you might want to check after 30 mins or so. I'm all about the easy and healthy meals for din din!

And because I feel like I haven't shared very many pictures of the boys recently, here's your fix of cute toddler boys!

That's all for this Friday Finds! Happy weekend!

Recent Amazon Finds + What's in My Cart

You all voted for this post (via my instastories poll) so here it is!! I've been meaning to share this type of post for a while now and I feel like now is the perfect time because there are so many cute, affordable fashion finds on Amazon for spring! And if you have a prime membership, then these items could show up on your doorstep in just a few days!

Oh, Amazon... how you have come to my rescue in so many ways over the past few years! I've noticed that a lot of my most popular items that I post about on the blog and instagram are from Amazon! It seems as though you all are just as in love with free, 2-day shipping as I am! So, I thought it would be fun to share some recent finds and what's in my Amazon shopping cart...

+ I just received these sunglasses and I am loving them! I actually got both the tortoise shell ones and a black pair in this set for only $16! I love that they are almost an identical dupe for these very popular designer sunglasses.

+ I'm also loving these designer inspired sunnies as well, which are currently sitting in my cart waiting for me to pull the trigger!

What else is in my Amazon cart you say? Well, I'm so glad you asked! Here's what I have in my cart...

+ These $15 high waisted, tummy control cropped leggings. They are a best seller and have great reviews! I mean... do I really need another pair of workout leggings? Prob not, but it would help give me some more motivation to workout and go to the gym! And you can not beat a $15 price tag!

+ After the SNOW that we got today, my mind is on our girls' getaway to the Dominican Republic in June! So, I have a few things on my wish list and in my cart for the trip. First up is this adorable bamboo handbag that would be perfect for a beach vacation! It was the 'it' bag of last summer and it is back again as one of the most popular bags for spring. Only this one is much more affordable than the designer one!

+ I also have my eye on this cute $11 pom pom cover up! I just love the bright colors too! I also have my eye on this one.

+ This striped beach bag with pom pom detail is also on my wish list for the trip!

I also have a few things in my cart for the boys...

+ Bennett is getting a little too restless in his highchair these days and always wants to sit in his big brother's booster seat at our table, so I think it's time we get him his own! My sister in law got this one for her one year old son last summer for our obx trip and she still uses it with him a lot! It's great bc it can fold up and you can take it places or you can use it as a booster seat on a regular chair. It also comes with a detachable tray.

+ Along with the new booster seat, I think I want to start using these silicone place mats with the built in plates for Bennett. He is in the 'let's throw my plate on the floor because it's funny' phase which is just so fun (insert sarcasm)! I love this one with the dino shaped plate.

+ I am also on the hunt for some Easter shoes for the boys. I just ordered their outfits from Old Navy and I'm realizing I don't have 'nice' shoes for them to wear with their outfits. I found this pair which are a good casual/dressy option to go with their outfits. And they are only $11! I hate spending money on shoes or clothes for them when I know they won't wear them much and will grow out of them in a month!

+ On the topic of toddler shoes, I am definitely ok with spending the money for 2 pairs of these shoes for the boys for the spring/summer. I had a pair for Camden the last 2 summers and they are the best! I know Old Navy and Target have some similar styles for less, but these are just better quality and they are not as 'stiff' feeling, so I think they are more comfortable.

There you have it folks! What I am loving from Amazon currently. I'm thinking about making these Amazon picks a monthly post, so if you like this type of post let me know in the comments below!