lace it up.

Well hello beautiful people, 

 It's been a hot second and I apologize. These last few weeks have been insanity and in my defense, I've had every intention of being up to date on my lookbook posts, but the way the wifi was set up when I was abroad, it was nearly impossible. So what does that mean to you? Well, I have a good 10 looks coming your way in the next week or two. (YAY for new content!!) 

If you follow me on the gram or snapchat you know that I've been in Italy, London, and New York this month and I have so many stories to tell you. Right now I'm playing catch up so I can share all of my experiences with you so puhleaseeee bare with me. I have literally been at Starbucks since 11am and I'm not leaving until my two page to do list is completed (I'm currently about halfway so its about to be a long night.) 

Now to the part you actually care about: THE LOOK. 

This cute top was sent to me by GG Boutique and if you haven't noticed, the lace up trend is one that I'm kind of in love with. the color of this top is the perfect half burnt orange color and its pretty close to the color pictured. Head over to ShopGGBoutique.com to snag this adorable top along with so many more cute items. Use my code Demib25 for 25% OFF your purchase!!

Happy Shopping ;) 

xx, 

DEMI B 

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Top: GG Boutique

Jeans: James Jeans 

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trunk club.

The first step to recovery is admitting you have a problem right? So here goes nothing. Hi guys my name is Demi (“Hi Demi”) and I am addicted to shopping. It gives me almost a kind of high. But I’m conflicted because my heart tells me yes but my bank account is screaming no. Unfortunately, this post is by no means me telling you ways to cut back on your shopping habits because quite honestly, I’m just not the person you need to be getting that kind of advice for. BUT what I am here for is to tell you about this amazing new way to shop.

This service called Trunk Club is honestly amazing. I knew a few girls that were working there this summer and kind of found out about it through them and boy am I obsessed. Here’s how it works:

1.     You sign up (FOR FREE) -- use my referral link: https://www.trunkclub.com/my/invite/CP8EU3

2.     You get assigned a Kick ass Stylist (Like Molly) (FOR FREE)

3.     She asks you questions about your style

4.     You get sent a trunk of amazing clothes that fit your style

5.     Your personal trunk gets delivered to your doorstep so you try them on at home(and if you don’t like it, send the trunk back…..for free)

6.     Keep what you like and you’ll be billed for only the things that you buy.

7.     YOU LOOK KILLER IN YOUR NEW FIT/FITS

My experience was nothing short of amazing. Molly did the best job picking out things that reflected my personal style. I was obsessed with most everything and if there was something I didn’t like I could easily give her feedback about why I didn’t love it. 

You're welcome in advance ;) 

 

XX, 
DEMI B

 

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This summer I have the pleasure of shooting with the crazzzy talented Mariah Wyall -- check out her amazing site here:

RIYA PHOTO

sporty chic.

I'm not really a believer in sticking to one certain "look" or style. If you've got a certain color palette you go with, I get it because I'm the exact same. I love black, white, nudes,and navy and I try to stay away from bright, bold colors, but when it comes to a certain look, I'm all over the place. One day its boho, the next preppy, then maybe a little sporty chic (even though I'm the least sporty person you'll probably ever meet).

Moral of the story? Dress however you feel like in the morning. Let your mood determine what look you're going for. For me, this is how my brain works when I'm picking out an outfit no joke: 

"Wow I should workout this morning." (15 minutes later) "Ehhhhh not feeling it." So what to I do? I decided that dressing with a sporty flare would be as close to working out as I'd get. Let me break down this fit and you tell me thats it's not basically workout gear. 

Top: It's a bodysuit from zara which is basically a leotard. If you didn't know ballerinas wear these when they dance -- and dance is a workout)

Pants: Are they jeans? Yes. Do they feel like jeans? Nope. ;)  I'm not lying when I say these jeans feel like leggings and what do most people wear when they workout? Leggings. (Reason 10000283749 why I love my James Jeans.) 

Shoes: I'm not going to lie, these are the only pair of proper workout sneakers I have, and I'd be lying if I told you I bought them for workout purposes. 

xx, 
DEMI B

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Top: Zara 

Jeans: James Jeans

Watch: Daniel Wellington

Bag: Kate Spade 

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This summer I have the pleasure of shooting with the crazzzy talented Mariah Wyall -- check out her amazing site here:

RIYA PHOTO

denim crush.

Let's be honest here people, I'm not really the biggest fan of jeans. Not because I don't think they're flattering or comfortable but because I can never find the right pair. Like THE perfect pair. Don't get me wrong, I love Forever 21, but their denim quality is never really that great. I have a couple of Paiges and J. Brand jeans and I love them, I really do but they never sit right along my waist... Then I found James Jeans. **Que the angelic music and the Angel Snapchat Filter**

Basically, they are the most amazing jeans EVER, and yes, you guessed it. I'm obsessed. I tried on my first pair from the Symmetry Style Collaboration I did a while back and it was love at first wear. So when they contacted me to collaborate I agreed in a heartbeat. They have the look of denim but the feel of leggings PLUS it sits amazingly around my waist. For those that are interested in getting a pair (WHICH YOU TOTALLY SHOULD BE), these jeans are true to size. Hope you're as obsessed as me ;)

XX, 

DEMI B

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Top: Custom Design by Adey Soile 

Jeans: James Jeans

This summer I have the pleasure of shooting with the crazzzy talented Mariah Wyall -- check out her amazing site here:

RIYA PHOTO

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outfits of the week: travel edition [DAY 1]

HELLO STRANGERS!! I would like to first of all apologize for being a little MIA. These past few weeks have been so hectic and every time I think things are dying down, something else springs up and throws my schedule off completely!! This is no excuse and for that reason, theres going to be a post every day for the next couple of days so that I can get all of this exciting new content out to you beautiful humans. 

For a few of the days in Colombia (when I wasn't wearing business casual attire because this was a study abroad trip) I decided to do quick shoots so you all could see what I was wearing in Colombia and get some travel/summer outfit inspo. Lets be honest here though, you're probably more fascinated by the beautiful finca that I'm in. So before, you get your nickers in a bunch, there will be a post on the Travel section of my blog about all of the amazing places that I got to see. ;) 

xx, 

DEMI B

rose quartz.

If you don't know, now you know ladies and maybe gents -- rose quartz is the Pantone 2016 color of the year. I'm going to be honest, as much as I love blush pink/ rose quartz, I didn't think I would ever like the way it looked on me -- I was more of a fan of it in accessories and interior decor accents. But, this romper 100000% proved me wrong. It was the perfect shade of pink and its makes for a perfect simple girly look. Can we take a second and look at the back bow and how cute it is?!?!? obsessed. 

I'm going to be completely honest, if you're taller this romper may not work out because it is definitely on the shorter side (maybe if you go up a size it gets longer?). I got this in size  I'd suggest wearing short spandex and do not I REPEAT DO NOT wear this romper on a windy day. Its extra flowy and I can almost guarantee you will flash people lol. 

I accessorized with gold only because I found that rose quartz looks way better with gold accents. However, I would definitely not do any heavy or bold accessories with this romper simply because it is so flowy and girly and I didn't want to take away from that delicateness (idk if thats a word but spellcheck didn't correct me so I'm assuming it is haha).  

You can find the Ready to Rumble Strapless Romper (Here) 

If you didn't see my last post, new customers get 50% off their first order. You're welcome ;) 

Check out more at Tobi: Dresses, Rompers, Maxi Dresses,  Jumpsuits, Skirts, Cocktail Dresses

happy dead week. :'(

XX, 

DEMI B 

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golden hour.

I'm so excited to do another collaboration with Tobi.com.  I love all their stuff so much. (I don't think you'll come across one college girl who doesn't) It's so affordable and no joke, they have something for every occasion. From Coachella  to recruitment they've got you covered. 

When I was scrolling through their site I came across this shirt dress and I think its safe to say it was love at first sight. Why might you ask?

#1: It is actually long enough to be work like a dress (unlike most shirt dresses) 

#2: The color is perfect. Its like a very light blush pink almost like a cream. 

#3: You can wear it as a shirt or a dress...two things for the price of one? It doesn't get much better than that. 

#4: IT HAS POCKETS PEOPLE

Nuff said. 

XX, 
DEMI B

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You can find the Brisbane Pocket Shirt Dress (Here) 

ps. new customers get 50% off their first order ;) 

Check out more at Tobi: Dresses, Rompers, Maxi Dresses,  Jumpsuits, Skirts, Cocktail Dresses

green thumb.

Indiana -- where spring {sleet} showers, do in fact eventually bring May flowers. My blogger bff Chan and I had this fabulous shooting day planned and of course Indiana weather wanted to act up on us. Literally the moment we meet up it started raining. It was fine though, because we convinced ourselves it was going to be super sunny in 5 minutes. Too bad we aren't meteorologists and we were just completely wrong. Of all things, it started sleeting. So what do we do? We shoot inside of a greenhouse. Genius right?!?! 

This look is probably one of my favorite recent buys. I bought it from Forever 21 online and was so so so skeptical because I didn't know how it would fit. I ended up getting a small and it fits perfectly. Obsessed is an understatement. (Yes I am aware that I really need to add a new adjective to my vocabulary).  Can we also talk about how non- Forever 21 this bag is?!?! It so well made and so beautiful. PLUS its less than $25...it doesn't get better than that really. 

XX, 

DEMI B 

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Romper: Forever 21

Crossbody: Forever 21

Watch: Daniel Wellington

Wrap Bracelet: Veza

the modern classic.

In the words of Hannah Montana  - "Nobody's Perfect." If you don't know the reference then you didn't have a childhood and go take a listen... you're welcome ;)  It's  so corny but so true.  If anything that's what I've learned these past few weeks. Nothing and nobody is perfect no matter how they may appear on instagram or snapchat. Everyone has their good days and bad days. And thats okay. It's okay to ugly cry and ugly laugh and some days you'll have people to ugly cry with and some days you'll have nobody. AND THATS OKAY. 

So why am I saying this? Lately, I've started to learn~ slowly but surely~the importance of self-love. (Notice I didn't say being conceited, there's a difference.) You have to love yourself first imperfections and all. When you accept who you are and are comfortable with yourself, then you will be the best version of  you. 

The truth is: Belonging starts with self-acceptance. Your level of belonging, in fact, can never be greater than your level of self-acceptance, because believing that you're enough is what gives you the courage to be authentic, vulnerable and imperfect.

XX, 

DEMI B

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THE 'FIT

James Jeans Short/ Blazer Set: Symmetry Style

Rag + Bone Top : Symmetry Style

p.s. Symmetry is having an incredible sale right now so head over to their site and check it out! :) xx

DW.

Guys, last week Thursday was an absolute dream come true. If you know me personally, you probably know that I have been Daniel Wellington's biggest fan since my senior year of high school. Everyone and their mother needs to get one of these watches. They're so minimal and classic -- I JUST LOVE THEM. Plus, they are the perfect price for such a timeless piece. Like come on, it really doesn't get any better.  

Anyway, so about two weeks ago they contacted me (this is where the freak out began) to take over their snapchat for the day (I'm pretty sure there were tears at this point) and I was so honored. My big DW snapchat debut was Thursday and I'm going to be honest it was realllllllyyyy hard.  Not because I was necessarily nervous, but because it was so difficult to make my typical college day (in West Lafayette might I add) interesting. So what I do? By default, I spend the day at a coffee shop editing pictures, doing homework, taking long walks to nowhere, and going on a shoot in DTWL (its no DTLA but its as close as we'll get) with my blogger pal @CandidlyChan. 

Featured Watch: Dapper Collection St. Mawes Watch (here).

XX, 

DEMI B

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SHOP MY LOOK

running on "e".

Hello beautiful people of the internet!

I hope you had an amazing Easter with your family and loved ones celebrating the love and resurrection of Jesus. I was lucky enough to go home (shoutout to Rachel for the ride) and spend the weekend with my amazing family and Tobi -- our adorable maltipoo puppy that I'm obnoxiously obsessed with. At this point, I think I should honestly just do a whole blog post on him so that when I do talk about him, you too can appreciate his cuteness. 

Symmetry Style, a boutique in Fort Wayne, IN  does it again and I'm obsessed with  literally everything in the store. I picked this off the shoulder top out when I was home for spring break and I was literally in love. (I know I say that about everything but I really do mean it.) Also, If you couldn't tell, I really like this off the shoulder trend. I apologize in advance for all of the future blog posts with this trend but I just love it.  ;) 

XX, 
DEMI B 

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Top: 

Symmetry Style

Skirt: 

This amazing shop called Hannah's Closet (AKA my roommate's closet, thanks Han ;))

goodbye winter.

I honestly can't complain. This winter has been extremely mild compared to the past three Indiana winters. I'm not going to lie, its usually around winter time when I regret coming to school in the midwest about 6 days out of the week...every week...from October until mid March (if the groundhog decided to be in our favor), but this year wasn't too bad! But thats not to say it wasn't still cold, it just wasn't THAT cold. 

If I were anywhere else other than the midwest I'd say winter and fall are my favorite seasons, I just love wearing coats and scarves and layering. Unfortunately, Indiana has made me retract "winter" from that statement, so, until I move elsewhere fall is all I've got. Moral of the story? I'm happy winter is coming to an end. Yesterday was officially the first day of spring and the high was 53 so we're making some progress.  But you know what they say, "Without winter, Spring wouldn't be so pleasant." 

Here's my thought process -- spring is here which means April showers which as we all know bring May flowers which means May is approaching which means June is after which means what?!? PEONY SEASON IS APPROACHING LADIES AND GENTS  (Try not to get too excited)  You know how I said earlier fall was my favorite season? Yeah well I lied -- its def peony season, but fall is a close second. 

XX, 

DEMI B 

sweet home indiana.

Most people know that I typically don't like to claim Indiana. Why? because I'm a born and raised Georgia Peach. I moved to Indiana my junior year of high school and I was forced -- literally forced (I cried almost the whole way here people).  I've got to admit that I wasn't thrilled about the corn fields for days or the crazy bipolar weather or the fact that I have to drive 2 hours to get to a good mall ( I mean can you blame me?). BUT, surprisingly she's actually grown on me.

I've been trying to appreciate her beauty a lot more lately and honestly I'm so happy we moved here. If not for Indiana, I wouldn't have met my amazing boyfriend or the amazing people I get to call my friends. Moral of the story? God has a purpose behind everything -- even if it seems like he doesnt. Everything happens for a reason, if not for this corn state who knows if The Efflorescence would even exit. 

OKAY. So now that's over, on to the 'fit. If you can't tell, I'm highkey obsessed with the off the shoulder trend and here I paired it with the most perfect pair of blue jeans. I LOVED THESE JEANS. I honestly didn't want to take them off. They have the perfect amount of stretch and the blue pigment is divine. 

XX, 

DEMI B

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White off the Shoulder Top: Symmetry

Blue Jeans: Symmetry

roadtrippin'.

HAPPY SPRING BREAK!!!! I don't know about you, but this break was longgg overdue. It's been so nice to wake up at noon and not have to worry about classes too much (I said too much because we all have that one teacher that wants to give us an exam the week we get back). This spring break has been extremely chill. No Baetona or Frat Lauderdale for this chick -- I've been spending quality time with my adorable puppy and the fam and I'm not mad about it one bit. 

This look is a super comfy cute roadtrip outfit that I'm obsessed with featuring a few of my favorite things that I'd consider roadtrip essentials: 

- Crosley Record Player (Urban Outfitters)

- Polaroid (Urban Outfitters)

- S'well Bottle (The Trove)

- Puravida Bracelets (Use my code DEMIB20 to get 20% off your purchase)

- The Perfect Sunnies (Charlotte Russe)

- Food. Food. Food. 

xx, 
DEMI B

the repurposed romper.

Midterms are finally are over and I am writing this post laying in my own bed with my puppy snuggled up next to me and I've never been so happy. After not being home from school since Christmas break, it was just time. Time to come home and be with family and far away from the engineering stresses at Purdue.  I lucked out and got to come home Wednesday night so my spring break is about a week and a half. Anyway, I'm excited to be home to say the least.

But okay lets talk about the real reason why you're here -- the fit. The title of the blog says it all. I bought this skirt from Forever 21 in Indy when I went shopping with some of my gal pals. It was honestly love at first sight, but then when I pulled it out to wear, I didn't know what to pair it with. So what did I do? Pinterest. (I know I can't be the only person that types in " how to wear _______" to get a little bit of inspo). Except this time I was unlucky, so I texted my blogger pal Chandler with hopes she had something I could pair with this skirt. nothing. I decided to look through my closet one more time and my eyes landed on this romper. I think a lightbulb literally switched on above my head as I had the idea of wearing my romper as a top and just nicely tucking into the skirt. And voila! Here we have it folks. 

Moral of the story: you might have everything you need for the perfect outfit in your closet, you just might have to do a little bit of repurposing ;) 

XX, 
DEMI B