The Joys of Shopping Local

Hey my friends!

This past weekend my church hosted an artist market for local craftsmen to come and sell their wares. It was so fun and the hubs and I went a little wild. (Ooops) We just love the fact that we were supporting people in our own community while getting gorgeous and unique artwork. Like this necklace! I bought it premade because it fits my personality so well (I love being married), but Stamped and Finch are able to customize the bar to say whatever you want! I'm pretty sure I sent at least 5 people there after my purchase, I highly recommend them.

I also got this clutch which I plan to wear at my company's holiday party this weekend. It's adorable but it also has such a great story behind it. The organization Peace of Thread employs refugee women to make beautiful one of a kind bags and helps them to start a new life. Each one even includes a card about the woman who made it and a bit of her story. I cannot express how much I love this. Doing good always feels good and when you throw in fashion, I can't get enough! And they're based literally in my backyard! Are there any organizations that inspire you? I would love to hear about it, especially during this time of year!

I would talk about my outfit but I feel like I've said enough. Just one last thing: This Old Navy dress is so cheap and comfortable! You need one. Link below!

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Quick stop through Chatt Town

Sunset from the Cabin. Amazing views!

Love this place!

Hey my friends! Short and sweet today. This weekend my hubs and I spent the weekend with some friends in a cabin in the Georgia mountains. So fun and so relaxing! On our way home we took a detour through Chattanooga just because we love that city. Hope your Monday is off to a great start!

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Sunday Brunch

Hey my friends!

I hope you are having a terrific Tuesday. Today I'm bringing a pretty simple look I wore this past Sunday. It actually isn't what I had intended to wear that day but... 

You know how sometimes you'll be getting ready with plenty of time and then you look at the clock and you should have left 5 minutes ago? That happened and I seriously just threw this on. I like it though. Comfy neutrals paired with a hint of color. It turned out to be perfect for brunching and catching an afternoon movie. 

Speaking of which, have y'all seen Selma yet? I highly recommend it. I was blown away at how powerful of a performance David Oyelowo gave as Dr. King. 100% inspirational.

Top: Marshalls

Jeans: Old Navy

Booties: Poshmark

Necklace: ???

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Park Weather

Hey my friends!

Hope you are having a wonderful Wednesday! I am thoroughly enjoying the warmer weather. Perfect for some park time.

I'm loving this colorful top, it's so versatile. I can wear it as a tunic for an afternoon in the park or tuck it in and rock it at work. Really can't beat a piece that works so well in completely different places!

Top/Jeans: Marshalls

Boots/Earrings: Burlington Coat Factory

Hat: Handmade via Artist Market

Denim Jacket: Vintage

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Strawberry Dress - eShakti Review

Hi my friends!

I have a confession to make. When I started this blog, I honestly didn't think anyone would read it or even be interested at all. But you have kept coming back and even left me sweet comments on my posts! I cannot tell you how encouraging you all have been!

So needless to say, I was shocked when eShakti contacted me to review their product. (I thought I was being punked). After I picked my jaw I the floor, I looked through their online selection and fell in love with the patterns and shapes to designed to flatter women of all shapes in sizes. I found this darling strawberry print dress and thought it would look great with my vintage denim jacket. Pop on my heeled booties and Bam! Perfect for Fall. 

Here is the way they work: 

1. Go to the website and browse the many selections!

2.When you find the item you can't live without, be sure to customize it to fit your shape or style. (I had my dress lengthened for work)

3. Apply this promotional code at checkout: 'alysiaaves' for 10% off! (Good until October 16th)

4. Order and wait for your custom made clothing to arrive!

Now here are my cautions:

1. The prices are not what I would normally pay for products. You know me, I love Goodwill and Marshalls! However, you are paying for a product that is made to fit you and last a long time. Some things are worth investing in!

2. If you do choose to go for the custom fit, be sure to measure carefully. I overestimated my *ahem* chest area and I have more room than I expected....which never happens.

Well that's all for now my friends! I hope if you decide to check out eShakti, that your experience is as good as mine was! One last disclaimer. Even though eShakti gifted me this dress for the review, all the opinions are completely my own. I would never lead you down the stray path :-)

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Dress: eShakti

Jacket: Goodwill

Boots: Marshalls

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One Dress Two Ways: London Edition

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I hope this Wednesday finds you well. So I was all excited to put together European outfits and take advantage of the glorious 60 degree weather. Fall weather people!! Atlanta still hasn't gotten itself together and fall-ified yet. I thoroughly enjoyed myself the whole time. So much so that I forgot to take pictures while I was there. Sorry my loves, complete brain fart. So here are two of my favorite outfits I wore on a day I need to be casual and then more formal. It's one dress. Such a comfy one too! During the day, I paired it with a tribal patterned cardigan, lace tights, and some short black booties. Perfect for walking around town, snapping photos, shopping, etc. 

Later that night we went to see Wicked (It was amazing) and I wanted to look a bit more formal. I swapped my cardigan for a sparkly black sweater and my short black booties to short black heeled booties. Swiped some red lipstick and I was good to go! 

I love how versatile the dress turned out to be. It saved me some room in my suitcase as well as made me feel almost like a professional stylista. A girl can dream. 

I wish I could go on and on about my trip to London. It was so much fun and there were so many fun things we did. One fun tidbit from our trip. I discovered the Harrods Shoe Heaven. Life Changed. 

Dress: Marshalls

Cardigan: Marshalls

Tights: Ross

Black Booties: Forever 21

Sparkly Sweater: H&M

Black Heeled Booties: Marshalls

Earrings: Rue 21

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Summer Hauls

Hey my friends! 

So this post was very much the opposite of the last one. But what is life but yins and yangs? I think I might just be trying to make myself feel better because I really wasn't supposed to buy any of this stuff. You'll soon see why I couldn't resist.

Marshalls

Goodwill

J Crew

Eddie Bauer

Liz Clairbourne

H&M

Forever 21

Target

Such great stuff right? I really love the things I got from Goodwill (although I love them all). There is something about sifting through all the junk to find that one gem that everyone else missed. It's such a thrill!

I can't say that I won't buy anything next month because I'm going to London with my brother and obviously* I have get something right??

*in my best Snape imitation.

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