Fashion Fridays: Nashville Inspiration

Happy Friday y'all! I am in Nashville this weekend which you can follow on Instagram. For all of my trips I try to stick to a certain "look" to make packing easier. I try to follow these key things:

1. What is the vibe of the city - high fashion like NYC or LA or laid back like Napa or Tahoe?

2. What will I be doing while I'm there - relaxing, site-seeing, shopping, wine drinking?

3. What colors remind me of this place - Nashville feels feminine, and lightly-colorful so I wanted to bring that out in the clothes that I brought.

Below take a look at some of my fashion inspiration for this weekend getaway!

Nashville by akablog featuring a black leather shoulder bag

-A

Fashion Fridays: Mad Men Fashion

Since it originally started I have been obsessed with Mad Men. I've watched the entire series 3 times and have loved every moments of it. Don Draper is one of the greatest characters on television and the show itself has a enough plot twists as a day time soap opera! If you have been living under a rock for the past 8 years Mad Men follows an advertising agency in New York in the 1960s through all of the ups and downs and shake-ups along the way. This Sunday marks "The End of the Era" as Mad Men will premier it's final 7 episodes. If you start now you (and don't sleep) you might be able to catch up in time for the premier. While Mad Men has introduced us to some great characters over these past years the show has also provided us with some major fashion inspiration! 

Don Draper could never go wrong with a classic suit; black, blue, brown, grey- you name it he wore it

I know many people are not Betty Draper-Francis fans, but she is my favorite character. She always looks put together and is so true to herself. I love when she is all dressed up for cocktails but I think I like casual Betty more. I am so inspired by this pastel color palette and white sunnies, truly displaying that less is more. 

Joan is by far the most fierce woman on this show and her wardrobe showed that. I am always inspired to show off my curves and to try monochromatic jewel tones. The woman could also rock a broach and silk scarf. 

Megan's fashion has always been someone edgier than the other ladies on the show. See through dresses, bold prints, and mini skirts totally worked with her character. This muted pink shift dress and chevron print coat is by far one of my favorite outfits ever on the show. 

Since she is my favorite character I have to talk about Betty's dress. This dress has inspired me to find floral vintage prints. Such a classic look - I think I had a Barbie that had this dress. Bold florals are always in for Spring and Summer but now I am craving some light gloves and a matching handbag.

You can binge watch Mad Men on Netflix and catch the premier on AMC on Sunday!!

-A

Fashion Fridays: Ashley's Spring Fashion Buys

Happy First Day of Spring!! Something about Spring makes me want to go through my closet and really decide want I want my look to be for these upcoming warm months. I recently took a look at my closet and decided what I want to completely update my wardrobe! 

- Floral printed pants - perfect for work or the weekends, paired with a basic white button up or t-shirt

- Statement earrings - I think they would be great to pair with a more basic outfit to glam up my look

- Black maxi dress - I have a black maxi dress that I love, but I think it's time to update it

- Floral romper - I'm loving the idea of a light weight floral print romper for parties and brunches

- Simple grey dress - Perfect for running errands on the weekends with a pair of sandals

- Nude envelope clutch - Great for have for going out with friends

- Simple rings - I don't want my jewelry to be too fussy in Spring and Summer, simplicity is key

- Light sunglasses - These would add a touch of glam whenever I put them on

- Striped Espadrilles with laces - Super specific but I think they would be great for day trips!

What's on your Spring Fashion list? 

-A

Fashion Friday meets Amazing Apps: Poshmark

Today your in luck because this post is basically a 2 for 1 deal! 1 amazing app which doubles as a great fashion find.

I have been on Poshmark for the last couple of months and I love it. I am a huge fan of thrift stores and other second hand & consignment shops. What I don't love is when I try to resell my clothes and get very little back. This is what brought me to Poshmark and my experience there so far is keeping me!

The app allows you to be in control of your listing and the price! Its as easy as taking pictures of your items, describing them and setting a price. The app is very much community based. Its fairly easy to grow your followers and you are able to share other shoppers items in order to show your love and be a good posh friend.


I highly recommend checking out the app for both buying and selling! There is everything from fast fashion items on the super cheap to great designer finds. Here are some tips I've picked up using the app!

Buying:

• Not ready to pull the trigger? Like the item and it will be saved in your profile. This way you can easily check back on the item and you'll be notified when the price drops!
• Bargain! Price to high? Make an offer, but don't lowball

Selling

• Better pictures = better sales
• Think about your pricing! Would you rebuy your item at that price? Is the condition of your item worthy of that price? Be fair. 
• Interact with those interested in your items!
• Bundle items for buyers and you both save!
• Share items to Posh parties in order to get to buyers looking for that particular brand/style

Have fun and enjoy! You can check out my closet here!

-K

Fashion Fridays: Wine Tasting

Happy Friday folks! Today we are recapping our wine tasting day up in Napa. It was a beautiful day and we had so much fun! Check out some details of our outfits as well!

We started off the day at Mumm's with sparkling wine and an art gallery!

Kira is wearing a hat, H&M, Shirt she stole from her mom and scarf and pants from her trip abroad!

Next we went to Rutherford Ranch for wine and chocolate tasting

We ended our wine tasting at St. Supery which had beautiful grounds!

Kira and her parents, they were nice enough to drive us around all day and let us enjoy their wine club membership!

Ashley's wearing a dress from Macy's (on sale from last summer), hat from Urban Outfitters, purse from H&M, a Michael Kors watch, and a scarf that was a gift from her Aunt.

-A&K

Fashion Fridays: Grammy's Fashion

Happy Friday folks! We are so looking forward to a relaxing and friend-filled three day weekend! Galentines Day is here, we are gonna catch 50 Shades of Grey, and heading up to Napa on Sunday for some wine tasting!

We were really inspired by some of the looks at last weekend's Grammy's, see below for our list of favorites! Also, make sure to keep up on Instrgrams this weekend for inspiration from NYFW!

Our Faves of the night

Gwen Stefani

Anyone who can rock a jumpsuit (especially on the Red Carpet) is a winner in our eyes. We can't wait to replicate this look on a night out soon!

Taylor Swift

"You know it's real because I don't even like her" - Kira. While Ashley is more of a Taylor Swift fan than Kira, we can both agree that this interesting cut and great color combo is a winner! Ashley is now on the hunt for shoes that color and a bold dress!

Jennifer Hudson

We love the sleek and simple look of this dress! Jennifer Hudson always is a stunner on the Red Carpet and this white number didn't disappoint. We are feeling inspired by crispy whites for Spring!

Anna Kendrick

We are all about the sexy tomboy vibe. She is one of the most covered up stars on the carpet but still manages to look sexy and appropriate. Love this look!

What were some of your favorite Red Carpet looks? Let us know below!

-A&K 

All photos from TV Guide.com

Fashion Friday: Favorite Fits of 2014

Happy Friday! As this year comes to a close we thought we'd look back on the year and some of our favorite outfits! 

Fashion Fridays: Our Fashion Wish Lists

Happy Friday!! This Fashion Fridays we are divulging into our Fashion Wish-Lists! Whether it's for Hanukah, Christmas, or our own shopping list these items are at the top!

My list is inspired by all things classic. Black and tan gloves to wear while walking to work and a bright dress to throw on with tights. A classic gold ring with an unexpected twist is perfect for day-to-night events! I'm really wanting a goof black cross body bag for going out with friends, I'm seriously loving this Marc Jacobs one! A classic trench is a huge "want" just something that I know I would get a lot of use out of! I'm really wanting some art deco inspired earrings and a new simple silver watch to wear with a simple dress. And lastly black slip on's to wear while running errands around town.

I love that this list has nothing I need, truly only items I want. I have been searching for the perfect black booties and am always in search of the perfect sequin dress for New Years or my birthday. I know they are a little/a lot gaudy and kinda grandma-y but I love sequins and one day the perfect sequin dress will be mine! I'm also falling in love with these tartan Doc Martens, so much so I may actually need them. I'm also falling for wrap coats but fear I might just look like i'm wearing a bathrobe...

Enjoy our lists and share whats on your own wishlists!

-A&K

Fashion Fridays: Office Holiday Party

Happy Friday! Now that it is December we can officially, without shame get into the holiday spirit! This year both of us are attending office holiday parties. We wanted to be able to dress for the occasion but also be work appropriate. Both of our offices are pretty casual M-F so we just wanted to spice it up a bit. Enjoy!

Ashley's fit: Scarf {Traget}, Sweater {Gap}, Skirt {H&M} Tights {Target}, Shoes {Thrifted}, Bag and Earrings (Marc Jacobs}, Watch {Michael Kors} 

On Kira: Jacket {Bananas Republic} Sweater {Gap} Pants {Forever 21} Shoes {Urban Outfitters} Belt {Ashley's}

Happy Friday and have a great weekend!

-A&K