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November 1, 2018

Gray Ankle Boots: The Weekly Style Edit

Happy first day of November! I can’t even believe I just typed that because seriously, where the heck has this year gone? We aren’t big Halloween fans, but did have a really good day yesterday. Would you believe my child has never been trick or treating? We asked her if she wanted to this year, but she said she wanted to hand out candy at home instead (my kind of girl!). She also opted out of dressing up as a witch like she originally planned (again, my kind of girl haha!). Now it’s November and we are onto bigger and better things aka Thanksgiving and Christmas!

On the subject of Thanksgiving, wouldn’t today’s outfit be the perfect holiday look? You guys know my Old Navy Rockstar jeans are a staple of mine, and they’re definitely comfy enough to sit around in all day. This pair is the regular length, and is perfect for these gorgeous new Clarks boots that I received! I don’t own any gray ankle boots, so I was really excited to give these a try. I think they will be the perfect ankle boots to get me through the fall and winter.

Speaking of ankle boots, The Weekly Style Edit today is all about them! Be sure to head to the bottom of the post to come link up with Megan from The Fashionista Momma and I. We had a great turn out this week, so let’s make this week even better. We love seeing your favorite outfit posts from the week!

Wearing:

Universal Thread Wrap Top

Old Navy Rockstar Jeans

Clarks Ankle Boots c/o

Rebecca Minkoff Vanity Saddle Bag

Karen Walker Sunglasses

Danny Hart Earrings c/o

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October 31, 2018

Easy Nighttime Skincare Routine: Clean Beauty Favorites

When it comes to skincare products, I really try my hardest to use as many clean beauty products/ingredients as possible. I am certainly aware that some of the brands I use and love aren’t necessarily “clean,” but I do like to switch up my routine often. I recently shared both the Dr. Hauschka cleansing milk and facial toner for my September beauty hits and misses, but just had to share them again.

The price point for all of these products is definitely a little more steep than your typical drugstore product. I know that makes some people hesitant to give them a try. Trust me, I don’t love putting a ton of money out for products either! The fact that I know I am putting products onto my skin that are a lot better for me does make spending the money a lot easier.

Easy Nighttime Skincare Routine

In terms of the order I use each product, I am a creature of habit. I like to alternate taking my makeup off with the cleansing oil and the makeup wipes every other day. Once my makeup is removed, I cleanse my face with the Dr. Hauschka cleansing milk. Next, I spray the facial toner all over my face and lightly press it in with the palms of my hands. If I’m feeling extra fancy or my skin is looking rough, I will use the clay mask 1-2 times per week before toning. Once the toner is dry, I apply a thin layer of the night serum, followed by the retinol cream. Last I’ll dab a small amount of the Derma firming lift eye cream and viola! Easy nighttime skincare routine with some clean beauty favorites!

Easy Nighttime Skincare Routine Products:

Dr. Hauschka Night Serum c/o

Dermae Firming Eye Lift Cream

Dr. Hauschka Facial Toner c/o

Dr. Hauschka Soothing Cleansing Milk c/o

Pacifica Makeup Removing Wipes

Amara Organics Retinol Cream

Dr. Hauschka Cleansing Clay Mask c/o

Dermae Cleansing Oil c/o

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October 25, 2018

The Perfect Lace Cami: The Weekly Style Edit

Ever have those weeks where you aren’t quite sure what day it is? I swear I thought it was Thursday a few times this week. It clearly wasn’t. Now it’s finally here, and thank goodness. If you’ve been following my IG stories (@lindsayrutland) you may have seen that were are completely re-doing our guest room and man, that’s all that’s been on my mind. It all has to be complete by this weekend, and I can’t wait to show you how it turned out!

Since it’s been a bit of a hectic week, I’ve been living in some of my go-to pieces that can be worn a million different ways. I wore this lace cami a few weeks ago paired with a plaid blazer, and it’s back today. This time with my absolute favorite recent purchase – the sweater blazer! This blazer was a bit of a splurge for me, and now I’m feeling like I need to splurge on a second color #sorrynotsorry. I am COMPLETELY obsessed. I have already worn it so many different ways, but this outfit today is definitely my #1.

This lace cami is also super versatile, and can basically be worn as a layering piece for any outift. It’s great for fall, and the best part is it’s under $15! Megan from the Fashionista Momma is also sharing how she styles lace for fall for The Weekly Style Edit. Come link up with us at the end of the post, and share your favorite outfit post from the week. Enjoy your weekend friends!

Wearing:

Target Lace Cami

JCrew Sweater Blazer (on sale for 30% off!)

Madewell High Rise Jeans

Sole Society Flats

Gorjana Crescent Pendant

GiGi New York Clutch (old, similar here)

Karen Walker Sunglasses

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October 18, 2018

Rust Gathered Sleeve Top: The Weekly Style Edit

I have been all about shopping for some fall staple pieces lately. Oddly enough, the temperatures here have been thinking it’s winter. To say I was freezing while taking these pictures is an understatement. I must have looked like the biggest loser holding my jacket instead of wearing it haha! It’s all in the name of blogging because I am saving this amazing sweater blazer for another day.

Let’s talk about this top instead. This rust gathered sleeve top from Madewell is SO GOOD. Before I ordered it, I wasn’t sure I would love the color on, but boy was I wrong. The material is so soft! I will say the only con is that the sleeves aren’t long enough for me because #tallgirlproblems, but what else is new. I had to look past the sleeves because overall it’s a great top. It’s also on major sale today, and comes in two other colors if rust isn’t you thing.

Rust is the trend Megan from The Fashionista Momma and I decided to go with for this week’s The Weekly Style Edit link up. We would love for you to link up one of your favorite posts from the week, and hop around to meet some new blogger friends!

Wearing:

Madewell Rust Top (on MAJOR sale!)

Madewell High-Rise Skinny Jeans

Sole Society Leopard Flats

Old Navy Bag (old, similar version here)

Karen Walker Sunglasses

Kendra Scott Necklace c/o

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October 11, 2018

Twill Field Jacket: The Weekly Style Edit

Yesterday was my birthday, and I have to say it was one of my favorites yet. I spent the day with my family, and it was super low key in the very best way. We ate lots of delicious food, and even spent some time at the pumpkin patch. I was talking to someone at work the other day about getting older. She had mentioned that she didn’t look forward to birthday’s anymore, after I had said that I have always loved mine. For some people, getting older is a negative thing. I truly feel like I’m in such a good place in my life right now that getting older doesn’t worry me.

I always like to look back at older pictures when my birthday rolls around. We all know that Facebook memories help with that! My style has definitely simplified 0ver the years, but something things haven’t changed. Pretty sure I’ve been wearing some version of this twill field jacket for years, and I’m totally ok with that.

Speaking of anorak/field/military jackets, what do you call yours? Whatever the name, that’s what Megan from The Fashionista Momma and I are wearing for The Weekly Style Edit this week. You guys know that I basically live in this style of jacket throughout the fall. I finally ordered one in the tall size, and what a concept – the sleeves are finally long enough for me! Be sure to link up with us below, and enjoy the rest of your week!

Wearing:

Old Navy The Power Jean

Madewell Striped Tee

Old Navy Field Jacket

Target Ankle Boots

Gorjana Lariat Necklace

Lily Jade Crossbody c/o

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October 10, 2018

September Beauty Hits and Misses

I think I set myself up for failure last month in my August beauty hits and misses. I totally started bragging on myself for getting my post up right as the beginning of the month hit, and this month… not so much. Things have been extra busy throughout September, so I guess I should just be happy I put this together at all! I didn’t even try too many new products in September, but the ones that I did have quickly become new favorites of mine.

September Beauty Hits:

You may remember a few months ago when I worked with Whole Foods Market and shared my natural makeup favorites. I had never heard of Dr. Hauschka until then. I was really impressed with their makeup products, so when they reached out and sent me a few skincare products to try I was so excited. My skin has been breaking out a little bit more than usual over the last month or so. I think it’s mainly just added stress, but regardless it’s driving me crazy.

Dr. Hauschka sent over their Soothing Cleansing Milk and Facial Toner at the perfect time. One night my breakouts were especially terrible, and I decided to give both products a try. I don’t usually like to try new products in the middle of a breakout, but I figured why not. SO glad that I did! Both products smell amazing, and left my skin feeling so soft and refreshed.

After using both Dr. Hauschka products, I used the Rodial Beauty Collagen Drops (c/o) as a serum before moisturizer. These drops are definitely pricey, and if I had not received them for a post, I probably would have never tried them. The next morning, my skin felt tighter and was visibly clearer. I am excited to continue to use this trio and see what a difference they make for my skin.

September Beauty Misses:

Are you sick of me saying every month that the misses weren’t true misses? I’m not typically a glass half full type of person, but I truly didn’t complete dislike either product. The Pixi Glowy highlighter duo (c/o) just wasn’t anything special for me. I have a bunch of other highlighters that I prefer, and some that are much less expensive. Both shades in this duo were a bit dull on my skin, and may be better suited for someone with a darker complexion.

Don’t kill me on this one. I am not in love with the Urban Decay Primer Potion.It didn’t feel like anything special to me, and I really am not a fan of the applicator wand. I actually much prefer the way cheaper CoverGirl version (I’ll share that one next month!) It isn’t a miss only because of the formula, but also the price. Usually Urban Decay can do no wrong, but this primer is not something I would purchase again.