Thursday, October 23, 2014

Stepping out and Breathing



Over the past two months my life has completely shifted gears. I went from living at home with very few worries to living in an apartment with my best friend with all the worries of the world. Let me tell you, moving out was the best decision of my life. It's been a blast! It was also very good timing on my part! 

Over the past two months I have had some ups and downs for sure! Lucky for me I have had my amazing best friend and roommate here for the ride. I just needed a break. Well guess what? BREAKS OVER! 

So here we are....ready for the future! As I'm putting together my next blog post here is a little about what I've been up to! 

Last weekend Ben Rector was in town and as per usual put on an AWESOME show! The top and necklace both came from a local boutique that you can find on  facebook under "Boutique 356" and girls let me tell you...She is AMAZING!! The pants are black pixies from Old Navy and the shoes are old from Target. 
This picture is horrible quality and I apologize for that but I just loved this outfit so so much! The vest is from old navy along with the shirt and jeans which are both old. The scarf is the plaid blanket scarf from Crystal Feather Boutique! 

And then a fun one with my roomie! I hope yall are sticking with me and looking forward to the future of me and my blog! I love my followers! 

Also I recently got an Instagram for this blog! (Cue a "finally")  so you can find both with the username of "freedomofstyle1" 


XOXO, American Sweetie


Wednesday, September 3, 2014

The Best Weather is Vest Weather

     When most people think of Fall they think of Football, The PSL, pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and bonfires! While all of that is definitely true I think of..... CLOTHES!! (I mean what else was I going to say as this is a fashion blog!) 
    I love the anticipation of new clothes hanging in my closet just begging for those crisp cool mornings to arrive! 
     One piece that is haunting my dreams is this vest from JCrew. In the past it has been near impossible to get your hands on but recently it's in stock! I think JCrew stepped up production! I've had this vest since the beginning of the month and I have pranced around in my room with it on at least once a day since. I love how versatile it is with the colors and print. I think it's going to be one of those iconic pieces for years to come. Below I have pulled a few of my favorite outfits to wear with this vest. As the Fall and Winter arrive I'm sure you will see many more added to this. Send me any ideas you have as well!   



Here I have styled it with a light colored Chambray with lilac jeans (that I couldn't find a dupe for! So sorry!). I put an ivory statement necklace and my watch as well as some cognac suede oxfords. I think this would be perfect for meeting up with friends for coffee or shopping. It's just something you can throw on quick and head out the door while totally looking put together!
This next one I love! Well, I love them all, let's be honest. I just think this one is a blast and so fun! I have this with hot pink jeans, a leopard cardi, and my gold glitter flats! Everything has such personality and when you throw it together it just goes so well! Pair with a hot pink lip and you are good to meet your girls for dinner!
This is my comfy look. These shirts are my new favorite! They are AMAZING! They are a light sweatshirt material but have a nice cut and a zipper in the back  to add some flair. I added in a statement necklace with some color and my high waisted jeans. I can't wait to wear this to the local high school football games!
This I had to throw in for fun! I'm a HUGE Tennessee Vols fan! (laugh now but I bleed orange) This shirt is listed as a red stripe but it is most definitely orange. Online it looked orange but I was quickly let down after looking at the color name. Orange is not the easiest color to find. After reading comments stating it was orange I figured for the comfort level I would risk it. Oh how happy I was to receive this BEAUTIFUL orange top. I can't wait for cool Saturdays watching some Tennessee Football! 




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XOXO, American Sweetie

Monday, August 25, 2014

Fall Favorites




I don't know about y'all, but I. LOVE. FALL! It is seriously my favorite time of year (right behind July 4th of course).

While wrapping Summer up I have lost my head! (If you find it let me know!) I had a few things come up and I just couldn't bring myself to write. I just needed some me time for right now. So now that the break is over, let's get back to this wonderful time of the year! 

 So obviously to ring in this time of year I love to buy a few pieces during the Fall release. The next few blog posts will be documenting what all I have started collecting a few outfit ideas for each one. I'm still working on a photography set up and how I'm going to do that, but I will upload some photos for sure! 

My first piece is going to be......







SHOCK! 

The JCrew Herringbone Quilted Puffer Vest.  Yes, everyone has done this probably but I am SO excited for this piece to finally have a home in my closet! I want to try a few new original, yet classy, ideas for it. If you have any ideas send them my way! You can find me on twitter @freedomofstyle1 or on insta on my personal account @eajolley4! I would love to see your ideas! 

Find this vest, plus many more perfect Fall pieces at http://factory.jcrew.com/womens-clothing/blazers_outerwear/outerwear/PRDOVR~02533/02533.jsp?color_name=black&un_jtt_v_pdp=yes

XOXO, American Sweetie

Wednesday, August 13, 2014

Starting over.




     Over the past few months I have been going back and forth on whether to pursue blogging or not. Obviously by the title you can guess that I have decided to go for it! We only have one life so why not jump in and make a splash. Even if I fall flat on my face I have nothing to regret. 

     So here I am, starting over with this. A blog probably 4 people have read. Oh well. We all start somewhere! Happy primping! 

Sunday, February 9, 2014

Who am I.

Obviously I know who I am.
This is more for you.

I'm a 23.
I love fashion and makeup.
I went to cosmetology school.
I work with the community.
I think I'm funnier than I am.


In case you didn't catch on I LOVE America.

I find inspiration in every day life. From colors in the sky to the stylings of the public. (Obviously I can't talk much about my job but I will say I work with the public so I see a little of everything.) the way people smile and carry themselves to the way they talk is incentive into the way I create my art.

ART.

That is what I like to think of my wardrobe. I put effort and passion into it all.
I research. I learn the history.

It is what motivates me to write.