Fashion Friday {Sentimental Value}

Several years ago my dad went on a mission trip to Bolivia I think. He came back and brought me this vest. He said "You're such a fashionista that I thought you could come up with something." At the time I thought yikes, that is hideous. How will I ever come up with something cute with this vest that looks like its from the 80's maybe even 90's era. And not the cute stuff! So it sat in my closet. It moved from state to state with me and I never wore it. I didn't want to get rid of it because it was a gift. 

My dad passed away a couple years ago and I really wanted to pull that vest out and try and come up with something. It took a minute but one day it finally came to me. Usually how some of my outfits come to me. Pairing certain colors or prints together. I visualize it in my head and then it becomes a reality. 

Voila! A once ugly vest is now turned into a stylish hipster outfit..

Shirt: Wetseal, Skirt,Hat: Forever21, Boots: Belk

Fashion Friday Nostalgic for the 90's

Top: Forever21,Dress: H&M, Boots:Belk, Choker: Wetseal

 It's hard to get excited for holiday weekends being an army wife. It doesn't always mean you get to have them with you. You can't really ever make plans because it's never a sure thing if they will get those days off. You have to get used to doing things on your own. That's what I've been doing for the last 11 years. BUT we do get this weekend off and we are headed to California. However, I have to share him with his family because his little brother is getting married. I have to immediately send him off to the bachelor party. So we will still be spending the holiday weekend away from each other. Go figure! 

Thought I would get some more 90's fashion out while it's still on trend. I paired two of my faves together floral and lace and came up with this. Added a choker and some braids and voila! 

What are your plans this weekend? Stay safe and remember to follow me on Instagram to follow along with all my California shenanigans.

{Instagram} Agnes and Dora Giveaway

Photo by: Kesha Shonet Photography

If you loved my last giveaway with Agnes and Dora. You will be excited about this post! We are at it again because we just love giving clothes away to all our awesome followers. This time it's mainly on instagram so make sure you head on over to my instagram account @ashley.reed 

to catch all of the details on how you can win this frill sleeve top. You even get to have your pick of color and/or print. The frill sleeve top is so versatile as you can see. I layered it with this pink babydoll top for a casual 90's vibe. Good luck to everyone who enters!