Inexpensive Updates

I'm sharing a few inexpensive updates to brighten up your Spring wardrobe! The simple slip dress from J.Crew is one of my favorites and for $78 less 30% it's a perfect summer staple. I also included my new favorite sandals, for $39.95 they are a no brainier. Any outfit updates you can't live without this Spring?

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Thanks for reading, 

L

Happy Easter!

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As we near Easter Sunday, L and I could not be more thankful for the death and resurrection of our Savior. Because of Him we have been forgiven! We hope you have a wonderful weekend celebrating with family and loved ones. He is risen! Alleluia! 

With Love,

A

Packing List Hawaii

A weekend full of rain has me dreaming of sunshine and blue skies. In just a few short weeks B and I will be on a plane headed for Maui! I thought I would share my dream packing list for the trip. How amazing is the Tibi off the shoulder number?! I hope this provides some warm weather wardrobe inspiration. 

Look 1: J.Crew Swim Top & Bottom // Lemlem Tunic // Mar Y Sol Tote // Soludos Sandals

Look 2: Cuyana Hat // J.Crew Shirt & Shorts // Everlane Sandals

Look 3: Tibi Dress // Kate Spade Sandals // Lizzie Fortunato Clutch // Gold & Gray Necklace

Thanks for reading, 

L

Spring Break Wish List

When this time of year rolls around, it seems that we all we want is warmer weather and some vitamin D. Taking a trip down south when you live in MN is such a blessing and helps you to be able to finish the rest of the winter (winters seem to last until May around here...unfortunately). P and I are headed to warmer weather in a few short weeks and we cannot wait to get away. It is important to make good decisions about what you purchase, buying things that you not only will wear on your trip but all throughout the summer months ahead - timeless basics, which is something L and I are focusing on. Here are some of the items I have my eye on from J.Crew :) I will keep you posted on which ones I decide to get! Happy Friday everyone, have a wonderful weekend. 

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Mar Y Sol x J.Crew Caracas Tote // J.Crew Embroidered Tunic (saw this in person, a great cover-up) // Hayes Suede Sandals // J.Crew Sailor Stripe Bandeau Bikini (I want the navy/white stripe)

With Love,
A

Be My Valentine

Valentine's Day... you either love it or you hate it. I fall right in the middle of those two extremes. I love wearing red and pink together on Feb 14th, I love getting a few presents from my mom and hubby, and I love the sweet treats associated with the day- hello chocolate! On the other hand, sometimes the hype is just too much; like spending a fortune on gifts and a nice dinner. I've pulled some of my favorite finds {that happen to match my Valentine's Day theme of red and pink} under $50! I love gifting {and getting} items like these because they aren't necessarily things you would purchase for yourself. 

What are your thoughts on Valentine's Day? 

1 Yves Saint Laurent Kiss & Blush 2 Rifle Paper Co. Phone Case 3 Ban.Do Bobbi Set 4 Soludos Lace Espadrilles 5 BKR Water Bottle 6 Plum Pretty Sugar Short Set {$45} 7 Eberjay for J.Crew Lace Bralet 8 Eberjay for J.Crew Lace Boythong 9 Lush Bath Bomb 10 Lush Bath Bomb 11 Le Pen 12 Mara Mi Diary 13 Baggu Small Clutch 14 Baggu Coin Purse 

Thanks for reading, 

L

For HIM Holiday Gift Guide {Series}

Whether you're shopping for your Dad, Brother, Boyfriend, or Husband this collection of finds is sure to do the trick. My hubby would sure like to find #11 under the tree but that may be a {Splurge} for next year! Happy Shopping! 

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1 J.Crew Tie 2 J.Crew Tie 3 Patagonia Better Sweater 4 Amazon Kindle 5 The Art of Shaving Kit 6 Sleepy Jones Shirt 7 Sleepy Jones Pants 8 New Balance Sneakers 9 Waiting on Martha Flask 10 Basader Messenger Bag 11 Trek Bike {Splurge} 12 Grill Master Cook Book 13 Williams-Sonoma Grill Set 14 Minnetonka Moccasin Slippers

Thank you for reading, 

L

For HER Holiday Gift Guide {Series}

This was a very fun list to put together and I will say I really adore everything on it! Happy shopping for all those special women in your life!

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1 Domino Subscription 2 Manola Blahnik Flats{splurge} 3 Jo Malone Perfume 4 Boden Crop Top    5 Clare V. Clutch  6 Lisi Lerch Earrings 7 Cambridge Satchel 8 Boden Midi Skirt 9 Loren Hope Necklace 10 Andrea Schroder Candle 11 Julia Kostreva Print 12 Boden Jewelled Flats 13 BKR Water Bottle

Thanks for reading, 

L

Hostess Holiday Gift Guide {Series}

The most wonderful time of the year is in full swing! I've started the process of thinking of gifts for loved ones and thought it would be fun to share more finds based on specific categories. Today, I pulled together a few fun and affordable hostess gifts for all those wonderful people in your life that are throwing those beloved holiday parties. 

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1 Moorea Seal Arrow Bracelet 2 Moorea Seal Pearl Bracelet 3. Moorea Seal Ring (my fav) 4 Fran's Chocolates 5 Kate Spade Glasses 6 Dish Towel 7 Kate Spade Note Cards 8 C. Wonder Servers  9 Design Darling Candle Sticks 10  Food Fashion Love Coffee Table Book 11 Dinner Diaries Coffee Table Book 12 Copper Planters 13 West Elm Coasters 14 H&M Bottle Opener 15 Design Darling Cocktail Napkins 16 Anthropologie Gem Soaps 17 Mark & Graham Pitcher

Thanks for reading, 

L

23 Pieces in 23 Days 'Fall Essentials Challenge' {Series}

Laura and I are mixing things up this October and bringing you our favorite fall essentials. We have chosen 23 of our favorite pieces and will be mixing and matching them all month long. Check back for outfits Monday through Thursday, and something extra special on each Friday...hint, it will be a first for A&L and we are so excited about it.

Don't miss out on a look this month, follow us on Instagram!

Angela's 23 pieces...

1 J.Crew Quilted Jacket // 2 Anthropologie Floral Coat (similar) // 3 J.Crew Plaid Scarf // 4 J.Crew Oversize Cardigan // 5 Vince Sweater // 6 J.Crew Polka Dot Sweater (similar) // 7 J.Crew Striped Shirt (similar) // 8 Anthropologie Flowy Top // 9 J.Crew Wool Skirt (similar) // 10 J.Crew Wool Pencil Skirt // 11 J.Crew Black Dress (similar) // 12 J.Crew Gingham Top // 13 J.Crew Green Utility Top (similar) // 14 J.Crew Flannel Top (similar) // 15 Rag & Bone Jeans // 16 J.Crew Minnie Pants // 17 J.Crew Pixie Pants // 18 Rag & Bone Booties // 19 Frye Boots // 20 Tory Burch Flats // 21 Alfani Pumps (similar) // 22 Tory Burch Boots // 23 Marc by Marc Jacobs Handbag 

Laura's 23 pieces...

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1 Topshop Black Dress (similar) // 2 Zara Striped Dress (similar) // 3 J.Crew Cropped Sweater // 4 J.Crew Jeweled Collared Shirt (similar) // 5 J.Crew Striped Tee // 6 Old Navy Tee // 7 J.Crew Chambray // 8 J.Crew White Shirt // 9 J.Crew Gingham (similar) // 10 Topshop Navy Skirt (love this navy mini) // 11 Anthropologie Red Skirt (similar) // 12 Rag&Bone Denim // 13 Zara Leggings (on sale!) // 14 DV Booties (love these) // 15 Tory Burch Flats // 16 J.Crew Leopard Scarf (cute navy version) // 17 Nordstrom Felt Hat (similar) // 18 Rebecca Minkoff Handbag // 19 Gap Leather Jacket (similar) // 20 J.Crew Denim Jacket (similar) // 21 J.Crew Military Jacket (similar)

*L will be adding 2 pieces along the way, stay tuned... she didn't want to give everything away!

Thanks for reading, 

A&L