My Chic Week: February 5- 11

HAPPY FRIDAY Y'ALL! I apologize for this post going up a bit later than usual, I had so much homework last night and wasn't able to finish this post until this afternoon but I was able to publish it this afternoon!

Last Friday was definitely a hectic day as we had Mass and shorter classes. I also had a test and a quiz along with a few things to take of for NHS so it seemed like I was running around all day. After school, I ran a few errands and grabbed a Starbucks before heading home to do a little bit of homework and relax.

I slept in on Saturday morning before eating a yummy breakfast of Panera muffin-tops and working on a bit of homework. Early in the afternoon, I headed downtown to meet up with Annaliese at Amelie's in NoDa. I have had Amelie's pastries before have yet to actually go there and it is such the cutest bakery! Annaliese and I had such a great time chatting and, of course, indulging in some delicious pastries (I had the salted caramel brownie, a chocolate cinnamon macaron, and a coconut macaroon- they were all so delicious and I have no shame in saying I ate all of them!).

We decided that we also wanted to check out Not Just Coffee, a coffee place often frequented by Caitlin of Southern Curls & Pearls (who also lives in Charlotte!). I had a bit of a difficult time finding Not Just Coffee but my Vanilla Sugar Latte was so amazing that it made up for it!

After hanging out for a while at Not Just Coffee and taking outfit pictures in uptown (see my post here and Annaliese's here), I had to head back home since I had a babysitting job that night! I had such a fun time with the kiddos I babysat and since I didn't babysit too late at night, I blogged for a bit once I got back home!

Sunday was pretty low-key as I worked on homework all day, shot some outfit pictures for Tuesday's post, caught up with my parents who got back from their trip that afternoon, and, of course, watched the Super Bowl (bummed over the Panthers loss!).

C, my dog, wanted to see what the fuss was all about while my brother took outfit pictures for me Sunday afternoon!

Monday, as always, was quite a hectic day and feels like I was all over the place all day! Luckily, I had my Faith Formation class in the afternoon, which always brightens up Mondays for me! I also love dressing up for my class each week!

Honestly, Tuesday was not my favorite day out of this week as I just seemed to be overwhelmed with everything I had to do and honestly just in a weird mood! It was Fat Tuesday so you better believe that I ate all the sweets within reach (my AP Lit class had a little party and I don't think I've ever eaten so much in such a short period of time!). I had an orthodontist appointment that afternoon (so thrilled that it was my last one ever!) and then spent the rest of the evening working on homework.

Wednesday and Thursday were pretty busy as I had a lot of assignments to work on that were due at the end of this week! Safe to say I am so excited to sleep in this weekend!

On my radar this week:

1. I crossed two items off of my 101 in 1001 list this week: going to Amelie's French Bakery (mentioned above) and then getting a Fitbit! My parents both received a Fitbit Charge from the event they attended in Hawaii and since I bought my mom the flex for Christmas, she gave the Charge to me! I have loved playing around with it this past week (it definitely has motivated to walk around and get my steps in every day) and I'm thinking of doing a review on it sometime soon!

2. I just bought this bikini at Target this week and I'm obsessed! Can't wait till spring break so I can wear it!

3. Did y'all see that Instagram now allows you to switch between multiple accounts?!?! So helpful for bloggers with multiple Instas (be sure to follow me here)!

4. Love Kate's beauty routine for a night out!

5. One of my favorite accounts to follow on Twitter is Town & Country (be sure to follow me on Twitter as well) and I couldn't believe this article with everything in the Oscars Gift Bag (that's valued at 232,000!)

Be sure to check out my posts from this past week:

Ways to Brighten Up Your Day, Lace Sweater {Collab with Sydney of Anchored in the South}, #galpalholiday: Treat Yourself this Valentine's Day!, Lilly in the City

Have a great weekend! 

Lilly in the City

Last weekend, Annaliese of Southern Belle in Training and I met up in uptown Charlotte for an afternoon of sweets, coffee, and, of course, outfit pictures! I will be sharing more about what we did during tomorrow's My Chic Week post (be sure to catch up on previous weeks here!) but for now I will be sharing what I wore!

This outfit has been a go-to this winter! I actually bought this top last winter at the Lilly Pulitzer store in Southpark and I have worn it all year long (see it styled for summer here!). It pairs so wonderfully with my hot pink cashmere cardigan I picked up during the Lilly After Party Sale in January and also my Kendra Scott necklace (that I wear so often, can't believe this is one of the first times I've blogged about it!).

Cardigan- Lilly Pulitzer Top- Lilly Pulitzer (similar) Jeans- J. Crew Riding Boots- Tory Burch (back in stock and on sale!) Purse- Longchamp Watch- Kate Spade Bracelets- David Yurman (similar)

Photos by Annaliese of Southern Belle in Training

#galpalholiday: Treat Yourself This Valentine's Day!

Today, I am linking up with Cathleen of Classy Cathleen, Rachel of Seashells and Sparkles, and Cristina of Cristina on Campus for another edition of #galpalholiday (read my posts for Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas). Valentine's Day is only four short days away and I would definitely say it's a divided holiday on if you love or hate it! I personally fall in the middle but regardless, it's the perfect time to treat yo self regardless if you're dating somebody or not!

One thing I do love about Valentine's Day is all of the fun shades of pick and red. I am really starting to get sick of winter and Valentine's Day brings the perfect push so to speak of fun colors before warm spring days return, hopefully, in March!

seersucker shorts anthropologie candle hunter rain boots kendra scott earrings jack rogers turkish towel anthropologie mug essie nail polish lilly pulitzer shift dress

Lace Sweater {Collab with Sydney of Anchored in the South}

Happy Tuesday y'all! I am so excited to be linking up with my friend Sydney of Anchored in the South this morning! We both decided that it would be too fun to share outfits featuring lace sweaters with y'all!

Sweater- Target (similar) Jeans- Lucky Brand (similar) Riding Boots- Tory Burch (back in stock and on sale!) Headband- J. Crew (similar) Pearl Necklace- J. Crew Bracelets- David Yurman (similar)

Be sure to check out Sydney's post on her blog as well!

Ways to Brighten Up Your Day

I don't know about y'all but after Christmas and a few snow days, I am officially over winter. It has gotten too cold for my liking (and I don't even live where it gets extremely cold!) and I am just so excited for the spring and summer days that are going to be here hopefully soon!

In the mean time, I have gathered up some of my favorite ways to brighten up cold winter days. And, in addition to these tips, spring should be here very soon and hopefully before we know it!

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Indulge in some online shopping (even if you don't buy anything)

Drink a cup of coffee or hot chocolate

Take a walk

Text a friend

Get some pin-spiration (be sure to follow me here)

Watch an episode of your favorite show on Netflix

Look up cute pictures of puppies on Pinterest (especially golden retrievers!)

Change into comfy clothes that are fresh out of the laundry

Buy fresh flowers

How do you brighten your day? Let me know in the comments!

My Chic Week: January 29- February 4

What a week! It was definitely a long one but somehow it has flown by (like to the point to where I feel like Monday was two days ago, definitely not a bad thing!). Anyways, I am super excited for a fun weekend that hopefully isn't full of too much homework and I can't wait to share that with y'all next Friday! For now, let's catch up on this past week and what has been on my radar!

Backing up to last Friday (January 29, for reference as I can't believe January was only a few days ago!), my grandparents arrived to spend the week with my siblings and I as my parents have been in Hawaii for a work trip this past week (lucky ducks)! As much as I wish I was currently in Hawaii, it has been so fun having my grandparents here for the week!

Saturday morning, my grandmother and I decided to go out to brunch at one of my favorite restaurants for breakfast/brunch! I haven't been in the longest time (probably not since the summer before my sophomore year) but it was so good, I mean who doesn't love pancakes covered in powdered sugar?

After brunch, I attempted (key word attempted) to get some homework done on Saturday afternoon. I also babysat for two of my favorite kiddos that night, which is always a lot of fun!

On Sunday morning, I slept in and made myself some breakfast before doing all of my homework and studying for a key dates quiz for APUSH. Unfortunately, that's pretty much what I did all day so I don't have a lot to report on for y'all!

Monday started off a very busy school week for me! The new-ness of the semester has definitely worn off in all of my classes so this week was full of assignments, a video project, an extremely hard Pre Calculus test, and a bunch of quizzes throughout the week! The first week of the month is always a busy one for me meetings-wise as I had quite a few this week during lunch.

As y'all probably know, I teach a religious education class at my Church on Monday nights and I cannot tell you how much better your day is after spending a hour and a half with a group of first graders. The snow from a few weekends ago is long gone and a few days this week it has passed 70 degrees, which definitely calls for borrowing a bright Lilly top from my mom's closet. Hopefully, this warm weather will stick around because I don't think I can handle any more cold (or North Carolina's version of cold)!

similar top similar jeans flats watch similar bracelets

On my radar this week:

1. An earlier spring this year! The groundhog did not see his shadow earlier this week, which means that, hopefully, we will be having an early spring this year! Which means Lilly shifts and iced coffee without frozen hands are right around the corner ;)

2. Bailey is behind one of my favorite Instagram accounts and I am so excited she started her blog, Navy or Nothing, this week!

3. Lent! Ash Wednesday is right around the corner and I am pretty sure that I will be giving up sweets and bread! I give up sweets every year but bread is a new one that will definitely be very hard! If you participate in Lent, what are you giving up/doing for Lent?

4. Riley's birthday brunch is way too cute!

5. I started on one of my 101 in 1001 goals this past week: reading 20 new, just-for-fun books (please tell me I'm not the only one who reads the same 4 books over and over). I started (and finished) The Royal We this week and I love it! It's a light, fun read with a great storyline. Be sure to leave any book recommendations in the comments or email me (chicincarolina@gmail.com) as I would love to hear your favorites!

Also, be sure to check out my posts from this past week:

My Winter Go-To Outfit {Collab with Alyssa of Lots of Lys}, January Favorites, Favorite Decor Websites, Fun Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day

Happy Friday!

Fun Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day

Valentine Day is just around the corner bringing with it everything pink, red, and covered in hearts to your local grocery store and Target (they actually brought it out after Christmas here, along with Easter candy!)! Valentine's Day is synonymous with couples but even if you're single, there is plenty of ways to celebrate and have fun on the holiday!

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Bake

I personally love any occasion to bake and why not bake something off of your Valentine's Day Pinterest board (follow mine here)?

Movie Marathon

Movie marathons are the perfect way to have a relaxed night! Choose a theme (romantic comedies, disney, etc.) and watch away! This is perfect whether you're by yourself or with a group of friends!

Treat Yourself

Those shoes you have been eyeing forever? Go ahead! Or maybe just to have a relaxed night in with Gossip Girl? Treat yourself, whether it be an afternoon of retail therapy (my favorite) or just relaxing!

Have a Spa Night

Going off of the treat yourself idea, have a spa night for you or with friends! Paint your nails and do a face mask, enjoying the pampering!

Hot Chocolate Party

Hot Chocolate is perfect for any occasion! Grab a cute mug, fill your cup up with the chocolatey goodness, and maybe add in a few Valentine's Day marshmallows!

Buy the Valentine's Day Candy at the store

Treat yourself (or your friends and family) to some of that cutely packaged, candy and chocolate you see each time your at the store!

What will you be doing to celebrate Valentine's Day? Let me know in the comments!