my latest trunk club review

I'm back today with another review of my latest trunk from Trunk Club!  This is a service I had put on pause for the summer, because I hadn't really needed many new clothes for a bit (I tend to be a pre season shopper) but since I know many people are looking to freshen up their wardrobe this time of year, I thought it might be good to remind you about this crazy useful service!  

If you'd like to read my initial review of trunk club, you can find it here!  

This dress is my first and most favorite item from this trunk!  Such a fab color for autumn and really casual/easy to wear.  It's from Free People and was also a really great price point.  

 The great thing about Trunk Club is that they don't charge any styling or shipping fees.  It's completely free to receive your trunk.  You can even schedule your package pickup through the Trunk Club website after you've given your stylist feedback and just set it out for pickup.  With Stitch Fix, you have to drop your package off at a USPS drop point - not a big deal, but less convenient for sure.  I also really appreciate that I don't feel the need to "spend" my styling fee by making sure it goes towards an item in my shipment.  Trunk Club operates on the success of their stylists skill, so you never feel pressured to buy anything as a client.  You are also able to chat with your stylist on the phone or via email before she puts your trunk together, which makes for a more successful experience overall.  

Trunk Club sends you 12-15 pieces per trunk (including shoes and handbags, or jewelry and scarves if you request it) and before your box is shipped you get a "preview."  During this you log on to your account and are able to veto any items you DEFINITELY don't want sent because you don't like them, and your stylist will pick new things.  This greatly ups your chances of success, which I loved because it's very disappointing to get a box with absolutely nothing you like in it!  

This, I didn't love.  It's by Cupcakes & Cashmere (a brand I really like in general) but I have to say that I HATE dresses that require a slip underneath, they're almost never sized correctly and this was no exception.  

This red sweater was really REALLY soft and had a very pretty open back with a contrasting fabric.  It was by NYDJ, a brand I hadn't tried before!  These jeans are black "skinny skinny" jeans from Madewell, which is a label I always love for pants.  They're size 26, which worked for me in these.  

These two t shirts were definitely her trying to fill in my basics wardrobe, but frankly I would've preferred some from the line Lush or BP.  I don't typically spend extra $$$ on t shirts because some lower priced brands do them really well.  That said, this blush tee (Madewell) and white tee (Rag & Bone) would have been great investments if I wore this kind of thing more!  

Another really soft sweater, but I don't love this neckline, and the same goes for the blue one!  

Lastly, this tank from Splendid was an awesome fall layering piece (with cardigans!) and the softest one I've felt.  Moving on to shoes....

These Sam Edelman fringe heels were darling, and his shoes are ALWAYS the most comfortable, but the black was a harsh line on my muscular legs so they went back!  

However, I was totally obsessed with these cognac Free People booties that are so great for transitioning to fall and will still be cute with tights in a couple of months!  Super flattering to the leg, too!  

Great success all around - I highly, highly recommend my Trunk Club stylist and you will get assigned to her if you sign up through this link!  Like I said, there is zero risk involved and since Trunk Club is owned and run by Nordstrom the selections are pretty broad and awesome.  Let me know how you like it on Instagram!  

the weekender

Our weekend started Friday when Darrell got home and we decided hey, cooking is for the birds, let's get tacos!  

After we persuaded our crazy child (who said she didn't want tacos, like, whose child is she even) to go to Fuzzy's Taco Shop - which is amazing - we only managed to get her out the door in a Sofia dress and shoes of her choice.  She made friends with nature like a true Disney Princess and also decided to take her Minnie Mouse guitar in case she needed to break out into song.  Lest you think we were even slightly embarrassed by her outfit decision, rest assured that she was NOT THE ONLY PRINCESS at Fuzzy's that night.  There was a little girl of similar age in full Sleeping Beauty regalia.  Sympathetic looks were exchanged all around.  Margaritas were consumed.  All in all, a successful Friday.  

We were awoken Saturday morning with the traditional toddler method of awakening, "clap your hands in mommy's face until she sits up and pays attention to you."  It's much cuter than it sounds.  

Since we were up anyways, we decided trips to the library and playground were in order before naptime.  So we packed up and headed to the local library where we *finally* got Claire a library card. She is currently sitting in a massive pile of books next to me.  Did you know they lifted borrowing limits on library books sometime this year?  It used to be around 7, as far as I knew, but now you're just responsible for as many as you want to be, up to like 100 or something crazy!  

That night was a friend's surprise birthday party, so we headed out to celebrate!  

Thankfully, the party started around 6 so it was super kid friendly and Claire had a total blast.  

I debuted some new blonde hair I'm pretty excited about (also pretty excited about these shoes, which are under $40!!) To Darrell's dismay, I'm thinking of going even blonder next time - thoughts?!  

Top // Necklace // Shorts - old but simliar here // Shoes

Can you get over the cuteness?!  Also, getting 3 toddlers to smile for a photo = impossible. This was our best effort.  

Elly was only willing to smile as a solo subject :)  

Shoes are here, but I found a dupe here for less than $75!  

Dress is from Stitch Fix - which you can sign up for here!  I found a really similar one here though.  

Last but not least, Claire & I went to church Sunday morning where she had a blast (as always) and I got some good motivation for my week!  We definitely bribed her with a gummy vitamin to take these pictures, and it definitely worked.  

Hope you're all having a great week so far!! 

instagram round up

Top - super similar, this one is sold out // Jeans // Shoes (only $54!) // Bag - similar, this one is sold out// Sunnies // Ring

These jeans run small, definitely take your usual size or size up!  

Free People Emma Dress // Jessica Simpson Open Toe Booties // Necklace

I've had this dress for over a year now and I'm so glad they re released it!  It's on sale in different colors a few places as well, here and here.  The booties I linked are actually just similar to the ones I have on, mine are sadly sold out.  

Dress (on sale for $50!!) // Sunglasses // Bag // Sandals

Comment on my IG if you want to see a tutorial for this braided side ponytail!  

 Sunnies // Planner - this is by far my favorite planner, I cannot live without it!  Highly, highly recommend if you are in need of a new one or a school year planner!  

Top (on sale for less than $25)  // Jeans // Booties (also on sale) // Necklace (can't see it but SO cute and less than $30) // Bag - sold out, super similar

This top I thought was so versatile (with high waisted skirts & jeans!) so I grabbed it in a few colors - I highly recommend it!  These jeans run large, size down a full size.  These booties are SO comfy and if they aren't in stock in the tan, the navy is super cute as well.  The necklace I linked is one of my favorite delicate, everyday pieces.  

Hat // Top  // Jeans  ($100 off, cannot believe these are still in stock!) // Sandals // Clutch

This top is so versatile I got it in a few colors!  The jeans run just a tiny bit big - you could probably get away with either your regular size or a size down.  They don't stretch out throughout the day.
This clutch is old and was much cheaper than the original Clare V version, but I linked another affordable dupe!  

Top - sold out, super similar and on sale // Bag // Shoes (on sale!) // Jeans // Earrings - so cute and under $20

Those jeans run large, size down a full size.  This tote is actually an Old Navy tote from a few years ago I had monogrammed!  These shoes match a ton, are surprisingly comfortable, and run true to size.  I highly recommend them and snagging them at the sale price!

Top - old, super similar with longer sleeves for autumn // Jeans - also older, THESE are on sale for $38!   // Shoes // Earrings

The jeans I linked run big, size down, and these shoes fit very true to size.  

Dress- couldn't find online, this is very similar // Shoes, but these are on sale for $60  // Claire's Dress is by Matilda Jane but a bit older, this is very similar

This dress is Agnes & Dora, a brand I love that's sold through consultants.  If you're interested in getting set up with one let me know - I don't sell it but I can recommend someone!  Same goes for Matilda Jane :)  

Phew!  So many pics this week - I'm getting so excited every day to get dressed up for transitional fall weather.  If you aren't already following me on Instagram you can find me HERE.  My Instagram shop is always open here, but I will definitely do more detailed posts about the outfits in these round ups.  Hope you're having a great week so far!