1// it’s been awhile since I’ve featured a good Lilly item on here, so this one is no exception of amazing. I’m swooning over how adorable this would look at a spring grad party and think I just absolutely NEED it.

2// I’m constantly looking for new fashion idols and Gigi is the top of my list lately. if you can make ripped jeans look good with a pink coat, we can be friends. Check out her top 30 looks right here.

3// if you’re anything like me, you’re always looking for a quick tip on how to take care of yourself and your body. so these skin care rules are right up my alley for the new year

4// I’m a huge fan of my fur vest I have, so it was so fun to see how Caroline from Citrus&Style styled hers in this post!

5// shameless instagram promotion: @xoxoallisonnicole for constant behind the scenes updates into my life

6// it may show how often I stalk Caroline’s blog that I have this many links from her posts, but LOOK AT THESE AVOCADO SHOES and TRY telling me you don’t need them!

7// this mug absolutely captured my heart. it’s been a family saying at bedtime ever since I was young and I think I may be ordering it before I head off to college just to have that reminder of my family always in my dorm

8// would it even be a links post without a recipe…? Kale Caesar Salad get on my plate asap.

9// breakfast in bed sounds fab any day, but breakfast in bed on Valentine’s day sounds ULTRA fab. check out this homemade bib (I’m making my own acronym for breakfast in bed) tray for you and your gal pals!

10// i recently discovered the blog Something Navy and have been head over heels ever since. seriously, PLEASE let me be this chic one day.

until next time, happy friday, xoxo

Ally

spring 2016 is approaching faster than we all think it will, and I am determined to make it as healthy and good for the mind, soul, and body as any year yet. I am a fairly healthy gal, but there are for sure areas of my life I tend to forget about. For example some days I may go gluten-free for a day and feel great, but only get around 4 hours of sleep (yikes, but true). Or some days I may have a fab workout routine and #feeltheburn, but then proceed to dig in on snacks all night while I do my homework. I don’t plan to make any MAJOR lifestyle changes, but really want to just overall be healthier in a well-rounded aspect.

As far as my goals go:

+bread only before noon// this helps majorly when it comes to bloating and feeling overall sluggish because your body has the best system for digesting all those carbs when you’re bright eyed and bushy tailed in the morning time!

+one sweet a day// I don’t have the biggest sweet tooth in general, but I don’t mind a good cookie here and there. Thankfully I LOVE dark chocolate which is actually fairly good for you. By allowing myself one sweet a day instead of taking them away from myself all together, it allows me to have the satisfaction without binging on sweets when I cave.

+strive to eat less red meats// although this one seems simple, your girl loves her a good steak burrito bowl from Chipotle. By making the simple switch to chicken in situations like this, it can improve your overall heart health a ton! Fish is also a GREAT source of iron and good source of your fatty foods, so that salmon is always on my grocery list!

+drink more water// this is so typical and repetitive but so needed. Keeping a water bottle on me at all times and adding fruit when it gets bland is a great way to stay hydrated and have your body fueled for the day. Not only is this great for physical health, but keeps your mind working too.

+take time for myself// whether it be a few minutes to make myself a smoothie and just sit down, or time to actually read a book (i’m currently looking @ starting this one, thoughts?) this time is SO important. i’ve always been told we are all like cars, we’ve got to put in our own gas before we can fuel for others!

hope you can start to find some ways to improve your body & mind this spring! let me know what YOU are planning on doing to spring clean yourself!

until next time, xo, Ally

1// I’m obsessed with this local boutique in town, Four Sisters, and have been in and out of the store too many times to count lately and finding out they have an online site was too much for me. But, who could blame me when they have adorable pieces like these suede shorts?!?!

2// so I may not be the most avid fan of working out, but I think I NEED this for the next time I do hit up the gym

3// got a gal pal or best friend you’re planning on spending Valentine’s Day with this year? Check out Carly’s post on what to get your best gal friends to show them your love!

4// Kate Spade is my best friend I think. & their keychains are just TOO cute for your friends who are just starting to drive. I think I’m going to order this one for one of my soon to be 16 pals!

5// 10 different style tips from some of the best movies? Sign me up.

6// I have a thing for almonds, and these almond coated chicken nugs sound absolutely right up my alley!

7// how freakin’ fun are these balloon tails? I can’t WAIT until I have an excuse to use this crafty tip that’s now up my sleeve.

8// why would you drink anything other than pink hot chocolate is my question?

9// it’s still fairly chilly where I am, so here’s a list of the BEST hot chocolate recipes

10// lastly, here’s a nice vid of Adele singing Spice Girls and Nicki Manaj in the car because WHAT ELSE DOES ANYONE NEED IN LIFE?!