New 'Do!

It's officially been a week since I chopped my hair off. I must say, it feels good.

I was a in a little bit in shock day 2 and 3, but I think I've got a hang of it now.

I love it, however it takes as long, if not longer, to style as my hair did 6 inches ago!

Something that is fun about my new 'do is that I feel lighter! It's so healthy, and the color is softer so I feel like a new gal. We'll see if I let it grow or keep it this length!

The rest of my outfit... Check out my Stella&Dot Site for the Accessories!

(Pants: Gap (old); Shirt: H&M (old); Scarf: "Union Square in Midnight Blue" My Stella&Dot Site; Bracelet: "Luna Wrap" Stella&Dot Site, Gold Ring: "Gilded Arrow" My Stella&Dot Site; Necklace: "On The Mark" My Stella&Dot Site.)

Happy Friday! 

xo, Kara

Been Gone So Long...

But I'm back! It's been months since I've blogged... time for that to change. Why? Because I actually have a bit of time back in my little hands! 

A lot has happened in the last few months- got a "promotion" at work, planned a wedding, interviewed for a new job the week before my wedding, got offered said new job 8 days before my wedding, GOT MARRIED!, honeymooned, had my last few days at old job, and then started new job. BAM. 

Yes that is a lot to cram into a small amount of time. But I did it, I'm on the other side, I'm happily 2+ months married and starting to settle in.

I will be blogging regularly again and I'm so excited to be back! 

So, what is my first, extremely important subject, to blog about?
New hair. Yep. Time to change another thing! 

I've had long hair for many years now, and although I'm not going to actually chop it all off (don't let me do that ever!) I do want to freshen it up both with style and color. Here are my inspiration pictures! Appointment is tomorrow... wish me luck!  

Color Inspiration... this is currently the length of my hair.
I love the honey brown and blonde.

Cut Inspiration- medium length bob, but layered? Is that a "Lob?"

Cut and Color Inspiration- Ah, Julia from Gal Meets Glam, so pretty.

 Another shot of Julia from Gal Meets Glam

Cut inspiration again.
I love the easy look of the style. (We all know it won't be that effortless though right?)

Color inspiration... and maybe cut inspiration if I chicken out! 

No style inspired blog would be complete without Lauren Conrad. Love her.

All Image Source

I'll let you know how it goes and will be blogging about all that is and has been going on for me!

Equestrian Chic, with Head Over Heels with Melanie!

I'm so excited for this post! I collaborated with my friend (and in this case, stylist and photographer!) Melanie, of Head Over Heels with Melanie, to create wearable, modern equestrian chic looks. The inspiration came from an amazing Kate Spade purse (no longer available in this color), and when I got it, I immediately texted Melanie to say "we have to do an equestrian photo shoot!" 

She excitedly agreed, we set a date, and started planning! 

We scoured my closet, and with the help of some of Melanie's amazing scarves (and style sense of course) and my variety of Stella and Dot Jewelry we styled a few looks we both loved! 

(and would wear any day!)

Of course, the boots are a must, and skinny jeans are the best for them. I die for my leather gloves, blazers and button downs. I think I lived the equestrian lifestyle in a previous life!

For another, more classic style, we added Melanie's vintage scarf that she has had and loves dearly. It was perfect for the look and the scenery! It couldn't have been better!

For the 3rd look, we changed it up with my statement blazer, beautiful hunter green scarf and a classic white button up. The hair came down for a casual feel.

And finally, to go full equestrian... we added Melanie's favorite "New York, I wore it all the time and loved it dearly" hat. Perfect!

All images courtesy of Melanie 

Shopping:

(Jeans: JBrand similar; Blue Button up: Gap; Blue Blazer, H&M old similar; Orange Blazer: Gap; Boots: Franco Sarto old similar; Bag: Kate Spade no longer available similar; Scarves, vintage; Gloves: Banana Republic similar; All Jewelry: My Stella and Dot Site)

Engagement Photos featured on Head Over Heals With Melanie!

Today, my lovely friend Melanie, of Head Over Heels with Melanie featured my engagement photos by Melinda Bunker on her website! 

Check it out here!

 Melanie is a bridal stylist- she will make you (and your bridesmaids, MOB, flower girl, ring bearer, groom, groomsmen etc. etc. etc.) feel like a million bucks for your big day and days leading up to your big day. She's also just an all around stylish gal! Do you remember the nautical bridal shoot post I did a while back? That was all her hard work! See the whole styled shoot here on her site.