Dots of Happiness Rep

Happy Tuesday!

I am so excited to announce that I was approved as a Rep for Dots of Happiness! Dots of Happiness can fuel any monogram obsession! They have everything from necklaces to home decorations.

Below are some of my favorites:

1. Floating Greek Letters Necklace: Obviously as a sorority alum I LOVE anything greek! These necklaces come in so many different patterns. Perfect for Big/Little or Initiation gifts!

2. Monogram Envelope Clutch: I have been obsessing over clutches lately. Add a monogram and I am totally hooked. You can dress it up or down! Perfect gift item for the holidays coming up. 

3. 1 Letter Lilly Monogram Wall Hanging: I cannot wait to have a front door someday... just to hang wreaths, and of course MONOGRAMS! Lilly Pulitzer adds a perfect touch to any home! 

As a rep if you buy any items make sure you use the code (TaylorA) in the where did you hear about us! You click "Other" and then you can put in "Taylor A".

I hope you have as much fun looking at monograms as I do! 

Xx

Better Late than Never- July 4th Post!

I actually went home for the fourth of July and was able to spend the holiday with my family and fiance! The day before the 4th we actually went downtown to Red White and BOOM in Columbus. This is like a huge deal at home, everyone from the suburbs (me) floods downtown for this million dollar fireworks show! There are also fun bars and food trucks to keep you busy before the firework show at 10pm.


For Red White and BOOM I wanted to keep it casual and fun! I went with white skinnys from American Eagle (it was chilly), an anchored and striped tank from Nordstrom, a jean jacket from Loft, and my Red White and Blue Toms!

The actual day of July 4th, my brother, fiance and I went out on the boat!

That night we met up with my friend to watch the fireworks by our house. I just changed into jeans, my toms, a navy sweater and linen tank from Loft.

Never to late for some 'Merica lovin! Hope you all enjoyed the 4th as well! 

Baubles & Bits

I've been traveling back and forth a lot this summer, so here are some of my essential jewelry pieces of the moment!

1. Anchor Watch- Betsey Johnson

2. Monogrammed Necklace- FrederickEngraving

3. Pearls

4. Navy and White Pearl Bangle- CWonder

5. Monogram Bracelet- Marley Lilly 

6. Anchor Monogram Bracelet- Marley Lilly

15 Facts About Me

1. Born in Denver, CO but grew up for most of my life in a suburb outside of Columbus, OH 

2. Starting Skiing at age 4

3. Majored in Managerial Marketing 

4. Was president of my sorority Delta Gamma

5. Just recently got ENGAGED (New MONOGRAM) 

6. Oldest of 3 siblings & am very family oriented 

7. A love for dogs

8. Diet Coke is a way of life

9. I own everything and anything anchored 

10. Someday I hope to own a clothing boutique 

11. Fav Movie: Legally Blonde

12. Pink is my color 

13. Positivity is the key to life 

14. I love people who give good hugs 

15. I truly believe nice people finish first in life 

I just started a new instagram account! Follow me at: @anchorsandmonograms 

The Lucky Knot

I came across a store that combines so many amazing preppy items in one place: The Lucky Knot! Brands including: Lilly Pulitzer, Lauren James, Smathers & Branson, Kiel James Patrick, and so many more.

As for The Lucky Knot brand itself I am beyond OBSESSED with their anchor hats! The polka dots are such a perfect accent. 

Also these needlepoint hats are a must in any summer wardrobe!

They also carry such cute nautical clothing & jewelry-- perfect recruitment attire for Deegees! 

Definitely a website worth checking out! 

Summer Nights

If you're anything like me, you love getting cozy on summer nights in a big sweatshirt. I just celebrated my 22nd Birthday so I got a few new bright & fun sweatshirts to add to my collection.


I have been eyeing the LOBSTAH ROLL Skipper from Lilly Pulitzer forever, so of course I HAD to ask for it:

I also have been wanting this fun lounge sweatshirt from Express that says "COFFEE FIRST" Now it's on sale for $19.99, can't beat that!

I think both are so fun for summer lounging after a long hot day!

Turquoise & Hot Pink

I am a very bright and colorful person when it comes to clothing! But I definitely LOVE this color combo together, especially for summer!

I pulled together some inspirational pictures from tumblr that show off the Turquoise and Hot Pink: 

http://summerwind41490.blogspot.com/

What are your favorite summer color combos?

XOXO,

Things I'm Loving

Here are some of my current obsessions on this rainy Wednesday afternoon!


1. The Voice - I am BEYOND obsessed with this show! I don't know what exactly it is about it, but definitely check it out if you haven't yet! I think my favorite part is the blind auditions when the coaches are turned around and can only judge by the quality of your voice! I love that! Plus I LOVE the coaches this season!!

2. Stress Relief Candle & Lotion- As finals and graduation approaches I LOVE using my stress relief lotion and burning my candle every day! It literally puts me in the best mood! Both are from B&BW!

3. MemoirofaPreppyMom on Instagram- I just recently started following a lot of preppy instagram accounts because I love looking at the outfits they put together. But this mom is the CUTEST! She has so many fabulous outfits, some even matching with her daughter. I hope I am a preppy mom one day! 

4. Marley Lilly Seersucker Koozie- My sorority recently won a contest with Marley Lilly which involved a $1,000 giftcard we could spend! So we decided to all get the seersucker koozies for the end of the semester! OBSESSED

 

XOXO

Honey I'm Home

Since I am nearing the end of my collegiate life I've started a fun board on Pinterest called "Honey I'm Home." The name is inspired by the Shania Twain song "Honey, I'm Home" and the board is full of home decorating ideas! I can't wait to be inspired when I move into a real place sometime in the near future!


Below are some of my favorites:

I love the bright pink and turquoise in this room!

Throw pillows are my absolute favorite!

Hot Pink is always a must! 

I always gravitate towards pink and blue because of my sorority colors. 

Below is a link to my full board on pinterest! Enjoy xoxo

http://www.pinterest.com/tayaug/honey-i-m-home/

When life hands you lemons...

I am totally obsessing over these LEMON Kate Spade Keds Sneakers! They are perfect for spring and summer outfits, not to mention oh so fun!

Yellow has become one of my favorite colors lately. In the past I have never been too fond of the color, but how can you not smile when you have it on? Below is a picture of me in a yellow quarter zip (stolen from my boyfriend). I love how BRIGHT it is! Of course I had to pair it with an ANCHOR hat, what DG wouldn't?! 

I have also been obsessing over making monogrammed phone backgrounds with the new Marley Lilly app! Here is a yellow gingham one I made! 

Hope you are having a fabulous week!