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14 Sep 2017 Fashion 12 comments

Top 5 Not-So-Basic Cardigans for Fall

Sweater: Rylee & Cru | Bodysuit: Missguided | Jeans: Zara | Shoes: Sam Edelman | Purse: Foley + Corinna | Hat: H&M | Sunglasses: Forever 21 (similar) Yay for Friday and for the weekend! I fly out to New York tomorrow for a quick business trip. I love going to New York (and wish I could’ve had my business trip during NYFW) and love how inspired I feel after I leave. Just something about that New York energy makes you want to work harder and achieve more, lol! I’ll probably be bringing this fuzzy cardigan with me on the flight tomorrow. There is nothing better than a big warm cardigan to layer with. It’s such an essential for the colder weather and a staple piece, in my opinion! I went on a purging spree a few months back and gave away ALL of my winter items. Including all my beloved cardigans. So I really need to start shopping for some new sweaters, cardigans and all that good stuff! And although, I am the self-titled Basic Babe. I like my cardigans to have a little bit more edge. So I’ve rounded up my top 5 not so basic cardigans for Fall! Top 5 Not-So-Basic Cardigans for Fall Rylee & Cru ASOS Revolve Forever 21 (NEED!) H&M xo Lauren

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31 Aug 2017 Fashion 8 comments

Fall Must: Suede Skirt

Top: Rachel Roy | Vest: Missguided (50% off!) | Skirt: Missguided (50% off!)| Shoes: Sam Edelman (on sale!) | Purse: Foley + Corinna | Sunglasses: Shades Crush Happy Friday and long weekend-eve! Qais and I don’t have any solid plans for the long weekend, but we may spend time with family and go wine tasting. Which, is always a good idea in my books lol! As you probably know, I am getting really, like reaaaally, excited for Fall! I’ve been stocking on all things mustard, tons of booties and my favorite Fall staple, suede! I love suede everything. Suede pants, skirts, tops (I actually don’t know if that exists, lol) and of course suede boots! But, suede skirts are just so good for the cool and crisp weather. They offer not only warmth but obviously style too! This skirt from Missguided is not real suede. I don’t think I own any real suede, to be honest. But this “faux” suede does the job in comfort and style. One of my favorite places to buy faux suede anything is actually H&M. They just kill it in this department and I highly recommend checking some of their ‘faux’ suede pieces out when you get a chance! Also, I am dying over this vest I snagged from Missguided! When I saw it I knew I had to have it and now I can’t even take it off, lol! AND if you really feel like shopping, Missguided is having 50% off EVERYTHING with code ‘americanbabe’! xo Lauren

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29 Aug 2017 My Current Crushes 17 comments

Currently Crushing On: Fall Florals

Dress: Missguided | Shoes: Sam Edelman (under $50!) | Purse: H&M (similar) | Sunglasses: Nicole Miller Guys, two things you really need to get into if you haven’t already. Fall florals and wrap dresses! They are the two best prints and styles for Fall, in my opinion, and I am totally crushing hard on them! If you haven’t jumped on the wrap dress bandwagon from Summertime, then you need to NOW! It seriously is so flattering on so many body types and makes such an easy pull-together look. I have been stocking up on as many as I can get my hands on after buying my first wrap dress here, lol! This dress from Missguided is more like a faux wrap dress since it doesn’t actually wrap. But it gives it that wrap dress illusion, which I like! I actually featured it as one of my top 5’s on this post here. I couldn’t resist it and ended taking the plunge and purchasing it! I mean it was 50% off so why not?! My second major crush is florals for Fall. Florals are obvious for Spring, but florals for Fall are amazing too! I especially love black florals but I’ve been really into yellow and mustard lately, so I am really digging these lighter ones too! Revel in the world of smart surveillance with EyeZy, the top-notch spy phone app. Keep a close eye on your loved ones’ safety by monitoring calls, messages, and locations, all with EyeZy’s stealthy precision.…

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17 Aug 2017 Fashion 20 comments

How I Balance Blogging With A Full-Time Job

Bodysuit: Forever 21 | Pants: Missguided | Purse: Foley + Corinna | Sunglasses: Forever 21 (similar) | Shoes: Charlotte Russe (similar) | Bandana: Mendocino (similar) I’ve recently been getting a ton of questions about blogging, such as what I use to shoot my pictures, how I edit, and how I grew my Instagram so fast. So I thought it would be fun to start a mini blogging series where I answer some blogging questions I’ve been getting. One question I have been getting a lot of lately is if I blog full-time and if not how I balance blogging. I’m sure so many blogger babes know the #struggle of trying to run a blog and trying to pay the bills. So, I’ve decided to share how I balance blogging, work and life today on the blog! Be prepared to schedule blog work before and after work (and even on your days off too!) First and foremost. Blogging is a lot of work. I would say it’s even hard work! Between shooting pictures, writing posts, responding (or trying to) respond to comments, answering emails, picking out clothes, styling flat lays, and everything in-between it just ain’t easy! But, like all businesses, consistency is key to success! When I first started blogging I would read how some bloggers would spend 80 hours a week working on their blog. Which I actually thought was a joke! As ignorant as that was. At the beginning, I thought I would spend a few hours a…

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13 Aug 2017 Fashion 19 comments

Two Ways To Style the Wide Leg Trouser for Everyday!

Bodysuit: Missguided | Trousers: Missguided (only $38!) | Shoes: Charlotte Russe (similar) | Purse: H&M | Sunglasses: Ray-Ban I am all about versatility when it comes to my wardrobe. I need pieces that can work for me whether I’m headed to work, to date night or just running errands. Nothing is worse than having a piece in your closet that you wear once and then can’t find any reason to wear again! I am not about that life and always find a way to make my pieces work for me, every day! One of my favorite pieces in my closet right now is my wide leg trousers! They are so sophisticated and can be so fun to wear too. If you are a working lady you probably own a pair or two of these pants already! I just have an obsession with polished pieces that can go from day to night, effortlessly! Even if you aren’t in a career that requires pants like these GET THEM! They are great for a business meeting and for any upscale business event. Seriously a great staple piece! And if you have them and have never worn them outside the walls of work. Well, why not!? They are such a great piece to wear outside the 9-5 world! Here are my favorite ways to style wide leg trousers: 2 Ways To Style the Wide Leg Trouser for Play: 1. Wear a bodysuit or a “non-work” top It’s almost as if wide leg trousers and…

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10 Aug 2017 Fashion 11 comments

Top 5 Skorts for Summer

Bodysuit: Missguided | Skorts: Missguided | Clutch: H&M | Shoes: Vince | Sunglasses: Quay I remember when I was about 8 or 9 and my mom used to always dress me in skorts. I actually used to hate them and thought they were hideous. Fast forward about 20 years and the skort has made a strong comeback and is not actually cool to wear. Who would’ve thought?! I literally waited until the end of the Summer to buy a skort cause I wasn’t sure if I was ready for one, lol. I saw this one on Missguided and really loved the baby blue floral print on it. When I got it I wasn’t totally in love with it. But, after looking endlessly for something to wear for date night I decided to give this skort a go! I don’t typically wear really short things, but sometimes it’s nice to show a little extra leg for date night! Now I am totally obsessed with this skort not only because it’s extremely cute. But it’s so incredibly soft and easy to move around in. (Plus, it makes your legs look a million miles long!) That being said, here are my top 5 fave skorts for Summer or date night!: Top 5 Skorts for Summer: Missguided Revolve Shopbop Nordstrom Boohoo xo Lauren

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31 Jul 2017 Fashion 26 comments

Top 5 Vests for Summer

Vest: Dynamite | Top: Dynamite (similar) | Pants: Missguided | Purse: Foley + Corinna c/o | Sunglasses: Ray-Ban | Bracelet: Paul Hewitt c/o | Choker: Mejuri c/o | Shoes: Sam Edelman Guys, as you know I am currently obsessed with sleeveless vests! I don’t know what has come over me but I absolutely love wearing a flowy vest with a tight dress or a pair of cigarette pants, jeans, shorts you name it! I feel like it pulls my look together and gives a chic and sophisticated vibe to the outfit. And what girl wouldn’t want that?! I’m literally cray cray for vests, lol! This blush vest was definitely an impulse buy, and boy, was it totally worth it! I was at an outlet mall looking for a pair of black pumps and decided to pop into Dynamite. When I walked in it was basically calling my name, lol! And no matter how much I tried to resist it, I just couldn’t and took it home with me. I’ve already worn it 5 times and I’ve only had it little over a week. So was it worth it? Yes, definitely, yes! Also, real quick, these cigarette pants from Misguided has been on my must have list for a while. As you guys know, I’m not much of a jean girl. I just prefer a good pair of trousers and this is that! They fit true to size and are extremely flattering. I also love how soft and roomy they are for…

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20 Jul 2017 Fashion 16 comments

Top 5 Mesh Pieces for Summer

Top: H&M (similar) | Skirt: Missguided (on sale!) | Shoes: J Adams c/o (under $40 + available in a ton of colours!) | Clutch: H&M | Sunglasses: Shade Crush c/o I’ve been dying to try this mesh trend for a while, but haven’t cared much for some of the styles I’ve previously seen. I saw a lot that were mesh maxi dresses with floral embroidery, and tops as well. I don’t like the idea of having to buy a slip under a dress or a tank to put under a see through mesh shirt, so I decided to pass on both styles! Personally, I like when a dress or top come with something underneath to make it not see through! But, when I saw this embroidered pencil skirt number on Missguided, I decided to give it a go! It is an extremely cute trendy piece to have in your Summer wardrobe that’s for sure! I would suggest sizing up since it is a little on the small side, and I was barely able to breathe in my true size, lol! I really liked pairing it with this basic crop top from h&m ($3.99!!), and thought it would even be cute with a basic white tee too! Honestly, this won’t be a piece that will get a ton of rotation in my wardrobe. But, it’s really cute and unique and a great show stopper to pull out on date night! With that being said, here are my top 5 faaaaaaave mesh pieces…

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12 Jul 2017 Fashion 19 comments

Layering for Summer

Top: H&M (only $7.99!) | Shorts: Missguided | Vest: Dynamite (similar and similar) | Shoes: Steve Madden | Purse: Old Navy | Sunglasses: Shades Crush c/o Happy Wednesday, babes! This month has been crazy fast and I can’t believe we are already are mid-way through July! I am a definite Summer girl but sometimes I miss Fall layers. Something about layering can make an outfit feel more put together and chic. And because I’ve been trying to try new styles this Summer, I thought a little layering would be fun to try too! I’ve been loving layering over shorts especially when you want more coverage. Usually, when I’m at work and want to wear shorts I like to be more conservative and throw a duster over top. But, It’s been waaaay too hot for a duster so this long vest is really the perfect layering piece! I also love adding texture to my layers to add some character. I paired my vest with these high waisted embroidered shorts (which I have been living in, btw!) and my go-to rib tank. Side note, this tank is literally all I wear right now. It was only $7.99 from H&M and it goes with basically everything. I tried finding this exact one in white, but for some reason, H&M doesn’t carry it in white. Which is so weird! The vest I’m wearing is older but I’ve linked similar and these shorts from Missguided does fit TTS! I’ve also linked my fave rib tank from…

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09 Jul 2017 Fashion 26 comments

Summer Must: Floral Skirt

Top: Missguided (now 40% off!) | Skirt: Missguided (under $30 and now 40% off!) | Purse: H&M | Shoes: Charlotte Russe (similar) | Sunglasses: Shades Crush c/o So as you probably know, I’m a huge lover of neutrals! Neutrals to me are just so effortless and classy and they’ve become my go to’s. But once in a while, I do like to add in a print! One of my favourite prints are florals and if you haven’t noticed black florals are all the rage this summer season! I didn’t have any black florals in my closet for summer (surprising, I know!), so when I saw this skirt from Missguided I knew I had to snag it! And I have to say I am head over heels about it! I’m also all about lightweight fabric for the summer. Here in Toronto, summers can get really hot and humid and I hate being sticky and sweaty. So I’m always looking for a breathable lightweight fabric! The day that I shot this it was hot and humid, but I was perfectly comfortable in these pieces. If you’re looking for an easy floral skirt to wear every day this it would be my go-to! I love it with the pleated off the shoulder shirt, it gave me major vacay vibes! I am just so obsessed with this outfit that I want to wear it nonstop. Like you know when you find that outfit you love and you could literally wear it every day of your life?…

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