Quite A Pattern

dress: rainbow // clutch: ENiT design // wedges : target (last season) // bracelets: target, accessory auctions

 

I wanted to name this post, The Bitch is Back, but as much as I love Elton, I was slightly afraid of the google searches I would pop up in. But the sentiment is still here! Breaking back in to the swing of things with one of the most happy patterns! One of my merrymaking secrets is that I frequent some cheeeeap fast fashion stores. Rainbow is a bit like F21, but a more urban vibe. You have to dig through some club clothes to find a gem, but they are there. And for $19.99, the search is worth it! I love the one of a kind pieces I have added to my closet from places like Rainbow.

Also, any excuse to tie in my red wedges and I will take it.

I hope May treats all of my little chickens well. Thanks for the comments and emails during my absence. It definitely boosts my merriment to know that I was missed. Spring is in full swing in Memphis, so I hope to bring you nonstop merrymaking.

Xo.

 

Favorite Friday Dress

Have you ever made a brand new purchase, let's say an oversize, striped t-shirt dress, and then you find such complete happiness with it that you find it almost impossible to not wear it every other day?

Yeah... me neither.

This dress sometimes gives the appearance that I cut a neck hole in a bed sheet and ran out of the house, but it feels like a huge t-shirt and I just can't find an excuse to not wear it almost every day.  I've worn it like over half the days since I bought it.  #noshame

And if you can't wear your favorite dress on a Friday, then when can you?

Have a merry weekend. XO

dress: h&m+ (here) // necklace: F21 // booties: barefoot tess

Sunshine + Threads

vest (old): old navy // dress, as skirt: cynthia rowley // boots: target // coral boyfriend tee: target // 

fringe purse: target (here ON SALE) // necklace: gift // bracelet: THREADS // sunglasses: target (here ON SALE)

Happy Wednesday! No really, it is! My camera and my body are both back and in fighting form.  I think it has a lot to do with the fantastic sunshine that finally popped out and showed itself!  I'm recharged, rocking my trusty vest, and a new fabulous bracelet.  I shared this adorable, dainty bracelet on my Instagram the other day, but I'm here to share a little bit more about THREADS and the fantastic story behind it!  I've been following Ashley and The Shine Project for years now, but more recently she has started this jewelry endeavor.  THREADS employs at risk youth to make jewelry and earn a fair wage to help the students pay for their school to better their future.  

Here is some more info about them, from their website:

As a blogger, I love getting behind companies that I truly believe in!  

THREADS is offering a special discount code to my readers.  

Enter MATTERS10 at checkout for 10% of your purchase! There are tons of gorgeous styles (and necklaces!!) to choose from, check them out here.  Purchasing something beautiful and giving back at the same time is truly merry! Xo

Floral Fridays

dress: american rag // wedges: payless // clutch: jun lee (local) // bracelet: gift

We made it folks! FRIDAY, FRIDAY, FRIDAY! And it surely is a celebrated accomplishment here at M of M, because I am on vacation starting tomorrow!  I only mentioned it a few hundred million a few times but we are hitting the road to Mardi Gras.  I'm focusing on hydrating and Vitamin C intake whilst twirling like a silly girl in this floral dress.  Something about a good flower pattern and ruffles makes me act nine years old.  February, I won't miss you too much and I'm honestly glad you're over.  I'm mad about March and all the madness it has to offer me.  See you next month, my little chickens! 

Bekah and the Real Boots

leggings: h&m // top: riley & james // booties: torrid (here) 

// necklace: lydell nyc // clutch: navoh

Have you ever felt a deep connection with something that will never return the affection?  Like how some people love sweets, professional sports teams, or Ryan Gosling... I LOVE THIS BOOTS.  I coveted them from first sight, even including them in my Spring wish list.  Over the weekend, I made the first move and told the boots exactly how I felt.  They came home with me, no questions asked.  We are trying to take it slow, but every day it feels like the very first time.  It's kind of like Lars and the Real Girl over here, but with way more buckles and sass.  And I say kind of because I didn't pay attention to the movie that much, just the leading man.  These boots are my #1, but Mr. Gosling is a strong #2.

Just Another Midi Monday

princeton shirt: target (old) // skirt: tj maxx // scarf: forever 21 // 

wedges: dolce vita // sunglasses: target

Let's hope this Monday is less painful that the previous (and I think I am on the right track with this super fun look!)  I don't normally reach for this longer length of skirt, so it makes sense that it has been hanging unworn in my closet for months.  The midi length style is not going anywhere, any time soon, so I wanted to finally break it out and give it a go! I actually love the way this outfit turned out. I will always be a fan of a vintage tee and a fun skirt forever-ever.  It definitely doesn't hurt than the skirt is flippy and has great movement!  

I think that if every Monday has a little more twirl to it, it wouldn't have such a bad rap.

Friday Pet Peeves

dress: cynthia rowley // cardigan: dots // necklace: gift //
 clutch: enit design (HERE!) // booties: lane bryant (similar)

Sure... everything looks fine right here, right now.  Flash forward to one hour later, when the seemingly lovable cardigan stretched out and became almost twice as long.  With huge bat wings as sleeves, I was basically wearing a sheet draped across my shoulders.  Don't go and judge the beloved blue cardigan just yet.  It has definitely been well-loved and is probably on its last leg.  Clothing that stretches out and betrays you is definitely one of my major pet peeves... which got me to thinking about the other facets of daily life that make steam come out of my ears.  

Let's see there is rush hour traffic, or just basically ALL Memphis traffic/drivers/interstates.

When people drag their forks across their teeth... I will seriously COME AT YOU.

Also, I hate hearing people chew.  At a store, when a clerk follows you around and asks over and over if you need help.  No ma'am I've been doing this for quite some time... I'm good.

When people don't use their blinkers, I turn in to Clark Griswold.

I also get majorly annoyed by "hubby" or "hubs," I mean he didn't lose his name when you got his, ladies.  I could honestly go on and on, but it's Friday and I don't want to start the weekend as a grump.

I hope your weekend is full of happiness and people who eat their food like normal humans.

XO

Maxi Skirts & Wildflowers

chevron maxi skirt: lane bryant \\ tank top: old navy \\ denim jacket: jc penney \\ sandals: target \\ necklace: groupdealz \\ purse: tj maxx \\ sunglasses: michael kors

I hope the skirt pattern doesn't give you vertigo, mmmmk?  

It is just the perfect skirt for field frolicking and such and such.

Such a funny though hit me today, the date: April 25... made me think of this quote!!!

Not too hot, not too cold.  All you need is a light denim jacket.

For once, that is actually true in Memphis.  And I for one am not too sad that it is taking it's time to heat up!  Fingers crossed for nice weather next weekend for Beale Street Music Fest!!! :) :)

Enjoy your Thursday.  We're almost there.

source: here

Pink, Blue, & Leopard, too.

bright blue pants: dots \\ hot pink tank: tj maxx \\ leopard espadrilles: payless \\ necklace: dots

Hey there, can you see me? Maybe I should have worn something brighter?

ALL I can think about is the fact that it is hump day and we are almost to the weekend.  I have the most fabulous weekends to look forward to as May approaches.  It is a rare thing for me to be able to say that!  Getting a new look at the hair salon this weekend that I am THRILLED about.  Fingers crossed. We also have music festivals, food fests, Broadway shows, and tons of merrymaking to look forward to! Oh, and then June brings bachelorette parties and showers and a big wedding for my little sister.

SO. MUCH. FUN!

Obsessed with this song, had to share:

 May your hump day go by quickly and may Friday be here soon.

More Spikes & Short Skirts

spiked top: rainbow \\ black bubble skirt: ross \\ bootie wedges: shoe depot \\ crocodile clutch: vintage

I'm a big believer in balancing out the top of an outfit with the bottom, so with this shorter skirt I was thrilled to pair my newly acquired spiked shoulder top.  (Not to be confused with the spiked shoulder blazer) OR my new spiked purse.  I obviously like this trend, chickens. It is such a perfect outfit for the truly Spring weather we are having.  The best thing about this outfit is that is was so comfortable and perfect for having brunch & catching a movie!  I would also super love this outfit paired with some Chuck Taylors or flip flops.  But, it's safe to say I am definitely on a wedge kick.
My Life According to Instagram

Follow me on IG (@missbekah) here.

1.  I've officially switched over to iced coffee.  I don't know why it cost almost a dollar more to order the SAME thing over ice.  Someone explain it to me.

2.  I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE lemon greek yogurt.  Go get some now and you will thank me forever.

3.  I picked up a few new sandals on a Target trip.  I wanted them all, but I only purchased two.  That was super hard to pick.

4. Still putting sriracha on everything.  And I have NOT had time to get through this magazine.  Tragic.

4.  Out of my favorite Sugar lip treatment.  I don't know if I have ever finished a lip product to the end before it is lost or eaten by my little black canine.