Spied: Raglan Sleeved Knit Dress

I was perusing Forever 21 this morning and stumbled on this dress. I think it is such a great find, I decided to break my radio silence to share it.

Raglan-Sleeved Knit Dress - $23

Forever 21 is also having a buy one, get one free sale on clearance. I just couldn't help but snag this sweater and this blazer. (I came really close to pulling the trigger on this quilted sweatshirt and this peplum top too!)

Spied: Plaid Pixie Pants

We are having family pictures taken today. I've been scrambling all weekend to figure out what we are all wearing and I stumbled on these pants online last night. If only I had my act together last week - I would have snatched them up! I just love plaid when the weather gets cooler.

Pixie Plaid Ankle Pants | $34 | Old Navy

Tis the season for all things tartan. Here are a few more favorite plaid finds (under $40!):

Buffalo Plaid Faux Wool Wrap Jacket

Plaid Tailored Blazer

3/4 Sleeve Flannel Dress

Buffalo Plaid Rain Boots 

Plaid Double Weave Pencil Skirt 

Tartan Plaid Button-Down 

Stewart Plaid Oversized Square Scarf 

Spied: Quilted Edge to Edge Jacket

Cropped jackets are on of my favorite things right now. I love the proportion of the three-quarter sleeve and shorter length and the texture of this jacket is amazing.

Quilted Edge to Edge Jacket

Here are a few other great quilted jackets

Quilted Faux Leather Jacket

Boohoo Zahira Quilted Edge To Edge Jacket

Quilted Bomber Jacket

Black Quilted Bomber Jacket

Woven Quilted Bomber Jacket

Spied: Ponte Elbow Sleeve Dress with Pockets

I stumbled on this dress (on sale) and just had to share. It's an absolute perfect fall layering piece.Throw on some black tights and booties and you are good to go.

 Ponte Elbow Sleeve Dress with Pockets

I think my favorite thing about the dress is that it has pockets. Speaking of women's fashion and pockets, I read this piece and thought it was really fascinating.

If you are desperate for a good dress with pockets, here are a few other options (under $25!):

Boden Laid Back Dress

Yumi Loves London Front Pocket Short Sleeve Dress

Gap Solid Shirtdress

Spied: Stripe Panel Skirt

Several months ago, when I had just had a baby but I still looked pregnant, I got rid of a lot of my skirts thinking that I would never fit into them again. (At the time I could only fit into my husband's t-shirts and maternity yoga pants, so my clothing prospects looked pretty bleak.)

Fast forward to today, and I have almost nothing to wear to church. Every week I look in my closet and hope some new, appropriate, nursing-friendly outfit has found its way inside, but I end up cycling through the same one skirt and one maxi dress I own Sunday after Sunday. It's safe to say that it wouldn't hurt for me to have a few more skirts in my wardrobe.

I found this one (on sale!) and absolutely love it. The pattern is flattering and interesting, the colors are incredibly versatile, and overall it feels fresh.

JOA Panel Skirt, $44.97

Here are a few more skirts I wouldn't mind owning, all under $50:

floral rose print || textured botanical print || blue floral print

colorblock skirt || eyelash lace panel skirt || stripe skirt || modern pencil skirt

midi vintage skirt || woven midi skirt in crepe || full skirt in indigo

Is it something you would wear? I almost never wear skirts or dresses during the week, so I have a hard time spending money on them, but tell me this - how many church outfits do you own? How many would you like to own? For me, two is most definitely not enough.

By fashion contributor Mary.

Spied: ASOS Duffle Coat

Even though the weather here is far from cool (summer in North Carolina often lasts well into October), I have my eye on this adorable toggle coat. I can't get over the color, which is just gorgeous. And it's on sale for less than $50!

Duffle Coat With Curved Split Hem, $45.70

And just for the record, here's what I'd love to wear with it:

stripe turtleneck || burnt ochre skinny cords || leopard print loafers

By fashion contributor Mary.

Spied: J. Crew Factory Tank

Maybe it's because I'm spending this week at the beach that I have swimwear on my mind, but I was browsing through the J. Crew Factory website and saw that a lot of their modest one-pieces and rash guards are on sale right now. Some are even under $30! This anchor print is my favorite:

Factory tank in navy floating anchor, $29.99 (Orig. $84.50)

Fall is such a great time to find swimwear for next summer at more affordable prices. Be sure to check out these other J. Crew Factory options, all on sale:

Factory tank in navy paisley, $41.99

Factory tank in coral leaf, $29.50

Factory tank in navy dot, $29.99

Factory tank in navy diamond, $49.99

Factory rash guard, $34.50 and Factory bikini, $24.50 in sailor stripe

Factory rash guard, $34.50 and Factory bikini, $19.50 in navy stripe

By fashion contributor Mary.

Spied: Audrey Sandal

I snagged these sandals last week before heading on vacation and they are pretty much perfect. They are super comfortable and I just love the gold details.

Mossimo Audrey Braided Strap Sandal - Target - $23

Spied: One Shoulder One Piece

Tis the season to buy 12 swimsuits because you can't choose just one. Right? Or is that just me? I saw this beautiful one piece and my immediate reaction was to buy it. So, I'll share it with you instead.

One Shoulder Swimsuit | ASOS 

Here are a few other great options under $40:

Mesh Insert Bandeau Swimsuit

Francesca Floral Belted Bandeau Suit

Cupped Bandeau Swimsuit

Monki Lauralee Swimsuit

Spied: Sleek Striped Flats

I love how stripes can be used as a neutral. They add interest without pulling too much attention from the rest of what you are wearing. I think these flats would add just enough to basically any outfit.

Sleek Striped Flats | $19.80 | Forever 21

Also available in suede & leather look.

Spied: Paneled Balconette Swimsuit

I stumbled on this incredibly flattering one piece suit this week. And I just love it so much. The contrast panels couldn't be more flattering if they tried.

Balconette Swimsuit | Old Navy | $33

Here are a few other pretty one pieces (for less than $50!)

Navy Garden Cove Bra Halter One Piece

Baroque Print Peridot Retro Swimsuit

Stripe Paneled Swimsuit 

Floral Boden Boyleg Swimsuit  

Dot-Print Twist-Front Swimsuits 

White Floral Ruched Swimsuit 

Turquoise Bandeau Swimsuit  

Spied: Therapy Floral Pencil Skirt

You guys, when floral goes out of style, I'm going to be so heartbroken. Right now, it is kind of my favorite thing about getting dressed in the morning. I want to wear it every day. I spotted this skirt and just had to share.

Therapy Floral tube skirt | $42

the top is also available (and on sale) here

Here are a few other floral skirts that I definitely want to have (under $40):

Pleated Midi Skirt In Neon Floral Print 

Floral Pencil Skirt (my fave)

River Island Floral Printed Skirt 

Pencil Skirt in Hawaiian Print 

Peplum Pencil Skirt In Floral Print (on sale)

Floral Quilted Skirt 

Mya Floral Full Midi Skirt 

Are you as into floral as I am this spring?

Spied: Three-Quarter Sleeve Textured Top

I can not walk into Target without walking out with a new top. It's an unofficial rule. A few weeks ago, I brought this home and I can't stop wearing it.

Three-Quarter Sleeve Textured Top | Target | $23

Here are a few other Target tops I would have a hard time saying no to:

Crewneck Lace Top (on sale)

Eyelet Front Sweatshirt

Short Sleeve Colorblock Top (have it)

Textured Stripe Shirt

Crepe Blouse

Have you gotten anything good at Target lately? Who am I kidding - of course you have. Leave it in the comments. 

Spied: Asos Blush Ponte Blazer

I don't know when it happened, but one day I realized I would much rather wear a ponte blazer than a cardigan. I love them because they hang like a woven with the give of knit. It's kind of magical. I was looking for a light option for spring and I bought this blazer a few weeks ago. I have worn it almost every day since it arrived.

Blush Cropped Blazer in Ponte with Notch Detail - $33 (Orig. $66) 

(also available in red)

Here are a few other great ponte blazers (all under $40):

Blazer in Ponte With Bow Detail (great color)

Polka Dot Ponte Blazer  

Ponte Academy Blazer (65% off!)

 Single Button Blazer in Coral

Ponte Collarless Jacket (love it in green)

Have you forsaken the cardigan for the ponte blazer or am I crazy?

Spied: Anthropologie Winona Blazer

There are few things in this world that make me abandon my shopping mission like a striped blazer. I don't own one but every single time I see one I stop and pet it for a few minutes before moving on. That probably says something deep and meaningful about me, or maybe it just says it's time for me to just buy one already.

I was perusing the Anthropologie sale section and was pleasantly surprised to find this little lady, steeply discounted.

Winona Blazer - Anthropologie - $30 (Orig. $168)

Anthropologie has some seriously good finds in their sale section right now.

These are my favorites (all under $50):

Galina Peplum Top (75% off)

Bluebird Pullover

Lattice Blossom Top (great reviews)

Keren Lace Tee

Eira Top (beautiful floral)

What's your shopping speed bump?

Spied: Whimsical Garden Maxi Dress {+ 5 More Maxis with Sleeves}

Finding maxis with sleeves is really tough. I once asked a retail employee if they had any maxi dresses with sleeves in stock. He looked at me for a minute and said, "they make those?" Yes, sir. Sometimes they do.

Whimsical Garden Maxi Dress  - Forever 21 - $24.80

I tracked this dress down after spotting this very pretty picture on pinterest. I just love the feminine boho vibe.

Here are a few other pretty maxi dresses with sleeves (under $30!):

A Wear Jersey T-Shirt Maxi Dress (more than half off!)

Goddess Floral Maxi Dress

 Cross-Front Jersey Maxi Dress (nursing friendly)

Knit V-Neck T-Shirt Maxi

Peasant Floral Maxi Dress

Spied: Asos Midi Dress in Floral Stripe

This dress is just the sweetest thing ever. I've seen it in person, and it might be even more adorable. And to top it off it's more than half off:

Midi Dress In Floral Stripe Print - $31.05 (Orig. $79.04)

ASOS has quite a few knee length dresses under $35 right now.
Here are a few good ones: 

Club L Floral Printed Smock Dress (80% off)

Thistle Print Midi Dress  (great print)

Skater Dress In Spot Print With Zip Front (adorable)

Pencil Dress With Leather Look Panels

Vila Stripe Knitted Dress (under $20)

As always, I am super impressed with ASOS's selection.

Don't forget they offer free shipping (& returns) on everything. 

Giveaway: Lalabu Soothe Shirt

 

When I was pregnant with Simone, I discovered (through a sweet reader) the Lalabu Soothe Shirt. I was head over heels with the idea and couldn't wait to get my hands on one.

The Soothe Shirt has no ties or straps - simply wear it all day like a shirt so it’s always there when you need it. The secure pouch calms newborns and the built-in nursing bra makes breastfeeding easy. It's pretty ingenious. Simone and I used this thing for the first 8 weeks - and I actually cried when she was too big for it (which happened sooner than I hoped because she's a big baby).

If you are thinking about having a baby, pregnant, have a newborn, or think you'll have another baby someday, you are going to want one - I promise. 

Lucky you, Lalabu is offering a soothe shirt to one lucky winner (open to US residents only).

Here are the rules:

• Visit Lalabu & tell me what color you like best and leave a comment (with a valid email address).
• Bonus entry through Instagram. Find the details here.

The Giveaway ends on Friday, March 7, at 10 PM (Central Time).

Spied: Old Navy Zip Ankle Boots {+15% off Sale}

I think these ankle boots are perfect. Just the right heel height and hit on the perfect spot of the ankle.

Zip-Ankle Boots - Old Navy - $33.94 $39.94

Here are a few of my other favorite finds at Old Navy right now.

Ponte-Knit Blazer (love the stripe)

Pixie Straight-Leg Pants (more than half off)

Fit & Flare Belted Ponte Dress (also in short sleeve)

Pintuck Tunic

Snakeskin-Print D'Orsay Flats

Oxford Shirt (in navy dot, please)

Peplum Top (love the coral)

Don't forget to enter EXTRA for an extra 15% off.

Spied: J.Crew Tipped Silk Tee {+ 40% Off Sale}

J.Crew's sale section has been a little empty lately, but they added more than 150 new styles this morning and I definitely want this pretty silk tee.

Tipped silk tee in diamond tile - $29.99

Here are a few other noteworthy sale items (all under $40):

Midrise toothpick cord 

Zigzag stripe scarf 

Linen paneled tee 

Patent narrow-buckle belt 

Tweed-sleeve top 

Make sure to use code BYEWINTER to get an extra 40% off sale styles at J.Crew!