Sweet Saturday

After a rough week I decided I needed a little pretty in my life and have been perusing pinterest, tumblr, and some of my favorite blogs and putting together some of my favorite things. I've really come to enjoy the quiet moments where I can sip my coffee and look at beautiful things. After months focused on grad school, teaching, and spending every day surrounded by the world of science its nice to have a change of scenery for the mind.

One of the things I've noticed is how much I adore Olivia Palermo's style. I don't know much about her background (nor do I really care.) But I do know that I love some of the outfits she puts together.

This is my favorite! I wish I looked this good walking Annie!

These are some of my favorite outfits that I came across, a few of them are from a Lucky magazine feature on Gossip Girl I stumbled upon. I used to watch the show (for a love of the clothes) but I haven't in a long time, I have no clue whats going on with it now. Grad school and teaching leave very little time for tv! 

This outfit looks so comfortable,
 yet so stylish and put together.
The whole look is amazing.

A Gossip Girl look, so preppy!

Love the boots! And the color scheme!

How I wish I looked every day!

And finally a few of my favorite things! I love these booties, I believe they are Chanel.  I adore a colorblocked shoe. These would look great with anything!

Last but not least, the classic Chanel flap bag. If I could only buy one bag and carry it for the rest of my life it would be this one. One day I will own one. It is a personal goal. I love my LV bags, but this one would be my all time favorite purchase!

Have a great Saturday!!!

Style Inspiration

Just a little style inspiration to brighten up your day! As I have been trying to restrict my shopping habit (due to a particular wedding happening next year :) and Ben and I are working towards buying a house sometime next year as well) I have been cruising the internet for inspiration to motivate me to shop my own wardrobe and remix what I already have. These are a few of my favorites thus far!

so totally doable with my closet!

I can't say I would wear this whole outfit
 but I would love it broken up 

LOVE LOVE LOVE!

I seriously need to find a cute pair of booties!
I've been searching forever and cant find ones I like!

Once again the ankle booties!!
And I love her hair!

perfection.

I would give my right arm for
 Zooey D's closet.

Happy Tuesday everyone!!!

 

The Colors of June: A Wishlist!

The Colors of June: A Wishlist! by kblumsack featuring engraved watches

J Crew cotton shift dress
$168 - jcrew.com

Woolrich fitted shirt
$59 - woolrich.com

J Crew cotton pencil skirt
$70 - jcrew.com

J.Crew side zip pants
$90 - jcrew.com

River island
$22 - asos.com

J Crew espadrille wedge
$88 - jcrew.com

Kate Spade gold handbag
$318 - couture.zappos.com

Kate Spade engraved watch
$250 - bloomingdales.com

MICHAEL Michael Kors crystal jewelry
$95 - bloomingdales.com

Watch
$58 - anthropologie.com

Chain jewelry
$29 - etsy.com

Elizabeth and James tortoise sunglasses
$155 - nordstrom.com

NARS Cosmetics nail polish
$18 - saksfifthavenue.com

Libbey Vina Margarita Glass, Set Of 6
$18 - amazon.com

Soul Cal Deluxe Love & Peace T-Shirt
£16 - republic.co.uk

Sunday Funday! A post of randomness!

Things I'm loving right now....

Summertime!!! I am in love with all this warm weather, as a cold natured person I live for summer!! If its below 70 I think its freezing so all these 80+ temps days make me very happy. I am so glad winter is over! I am not a winter person at all. I like for about two weeks and then I'm ready for it to go away! 

Iced Coffee. Its such a great way to start the day. I am a coffee fanatic anyways, but during the summer months I'll make a pot of coffee and put it in a pitcher in the fridge so that its there whenever I want it. Plus, I don't have to worry about ice watering it down! 

Baseball games. I am not a big sports fan, but I do love going to Minor League games. We go to games in Greenville when we are there and we've started going to them here in Chatt Town. There is nothing better than summer nights watching the baseball game with a cold beer. We've been going with one of my besties and her husband since the season started and its such a good time!

Farmers Markets. I adore wandering around the local markets and checking out the goodies. Plus, there is always good people watching! We are going to the Sunday market this afternoon and I excited to see what they have, especially since the theme is "strawberry festival." And I do love strawberries! Its one of my all time favorite foods! 

Pure Barre. Recently I started going to Pure Barre classes as a way of getting back in shape and because I was bored fitness wise. I have looked at countless gyms, etc. to try and find something that interested me and nothing grabbed my attention. Then I stumbled across Pure Barre classes. There is a studio here in town and I've really enjoyed it so far. I actually look forward to going to work out. As I keep doing it I'll be sure to post a better review of it. 

Well, I am off to make a late breakfast :) and to get ready for the day! Have a wonderful Sunday! 

p.s. This is one of my new favorite songs! 

Life is.....crazy!

Life is ridiculously crazy lately. Like so many things happening at one time...but in a good way!

I am officially a graduate of Clemson University!!! WOOHOO for my Masters degree.

So now my official title is Miss KMB, M.A.T.

And in the fall it will be Miss KMB, M.A.T., Chemistry Teacher- CHS

And in the spring it will be Mrs. KMH, M.A.T., Chemistry Teacher- CHS

So in case you haven't figured out my riddle....

One, I have officially accepted a job teaching Chemistry at a high school in SC. Yes, in SC. As hard as I tried I couldn't find the teaching job wanted in TN :( Boo for that!!!! So please say prays that the whole long distance thing gets sorted out in the fall. I'm am being faithful in that God put this position in place for me and he is going to sort out all the details. (which doesn't help my type A, anxious personality one bit!!) But none the less I am trying my best to not get overwhelmed by it. Its not only a job, its my dream job and I am very excited about it!!!

Two, We are engaged!!!! After over three years of dating, living together, and having a dog we are headed to the next big step! Getting married!! I am beyond excited!!! It was so unexpected and perfectly wonderful! Every day I get more and more excited because I know I am marrying my best friend and soul mate! Plus, I get to plan a fabulous party and celebrate with my favorite people.

Also, since its now summer vacation (although I plan on working some lol) I can now get back to regular posting!!! So be excited I have lots of goodies to share from style and fashion, to my new workout routine, to wedding stuff!!! YAY!

1 week to go....

Its been a month since I wrote my last blog post. And what a crazy month its been! Life has been full of so many up's and downs, smiles and tears- all to get to this place. My last week of student teaching and graduate school! Thursday is my last day at the high school and my graduation is on the 11th. Boy does it feel good to be able to say that!! I finally did it!!! I'm getting my masters degree! Woohoo! And you better believe I have an awesome dress for graduation :)

So, I am sure you all have been wondering what I've been up to in the last month.....

-Enjoyed my third Carolina Cup! It was an adventure to say the least road trip wise. And it was so much fun! I got to spend time with some of my favorite people at one of my favorite events!

-Got to spend time in ChatTown for my spring break! I got to enjoy a whole week of being lazy and spending time with Ben and Annie. It was pure heaven.

-Spent a fun weekend in Knoxville with Ben's family for Easter. Its always a good time seeing everyone!

-Completed my portfolio and did my Master's presentation.

-Wrapped up my final unit for student teaching and gave back my kiddos to my Cooperating Teacher.

-Saw one of my best friends get married!

After this next week I hope to get back to blogging on a regular basis.

Top Ten Part Two!!!

Ok so finally here is part two!!

6. My Blackberry. Yes I know its possible to survive without it, but I can't imagine doing so. I fall under the category of its my "crackberry." I love it, it keeps me connected to family and friends. Its how I stay in constant contact with my little and Ben. Being away from both of them is hard and no fun at all but thanks to my BB I can text/call/email whenever I need to! Since I decided to go to grad school at Clemson and Ben got his job in TN I have used my unlimited minutes and texts as much as possible to stay close to Ben being four hours away. I miss him terribly but knowing I can always talk to him makes it much easier!

7. Satellite Radio. I LOVE IT! Due to being in a long distance relationship I spend a lot of time in the car. Hours and hours in the car. And lets be honest ordinary radio sucks. Ben has had satellite in his Jeep for awhile and we had the docking station in the house so I got spoiled by it, and luckily my wonderful boyfriend got me one for my car this past Christmas! Boy oh boy do I love it!!!!! I hardly ever listen to regular radio anymore. My favorite stations are: Alt Nation, Hits 1, The Highway, Prime Country, and 90's on 9!

8. My little sister Danielle. She is my best friend and my Phi Mu sister! I love her dearly and am so happy she is my little. We are super duper close and her being so far away stinks but I am proud of her and what she is doing in the Navy. Luckily for us we have skype, facebook, and phones to keep us connected. Its quite strange being so far away from someone I saw every day. We were always a close big-little pair, but living together made it even better! Our little apt was the best place ever! She is such an important part of my life and it wouldn't be the same without her!

9. Annie. I love that little dog so much! Ben and I adore her. She is the sweetest, prettiest, happiest dog in the whole world. I can't imagine not having her around. She brings such joy to my heart when I come home and she is all excited to see me! Adopting her was a great decision and I don't regret it one bit! I am so happy we were able to give her a home! (I can't imagine why someone would be mean and cruel to that precious dog! It makes me angry to think about Annie being mistreated!)

10. While its #10 on my list (I guess I should have counted down..) its really the one thing I cant live without. My wonderful, darling boyfriend Ben. He is my everything. The best part of my life. The past three years with him have been amazing and I am lucky to say I get to spend the rest of my life with him. I don't think he realizes how amazing he is, but believe me I know! Every day with him is a blessing and I'm looking forward to May when I can go home and be with him every day!