home inspo: fall edition

Grab the hot coco and your oversized sweatshirts because fall is here!

I'm beyond excited for there to be a chill the air and can't wait to bust out my boots. The past few days we've had breezy morning and crisp afternoons, and it's starting to become essential to break out those flannels. 

Below are some on my favorite fall decor, home edition. One of the downfalls of dorm living is not getting to enjoy the wonderful home decorations (ie. pumpkins, new wreaths, etc.) that my mom tirelessly sets up with each changing season. Fall is our family's favorite holiday! (possibly because it's birthday and anniversary season) 

She loves everything about fall. I love everything about fall. 

It's just so cozy. I'm obsessed. 

(all photos from Pinterest)


Cheers!
xoxo, gab 

spring fling: NYFW SS 2015 report

Yesterday was the conclusion to one of biggest weeks in New York, FASHION WEEK! Although I'm ready for the cooler, fall weather, it's encouraging to know that when the temps start rising again the fashion will be rocking. I'm obsessed with the color and styles I saw on the runway. 

Even though I didn't have a front seat the shows, following celebrities and my favorite bloggers made it feel like I was right there. 

Below are some of my favorite looks from the last week! Enjoy! 

Tory Burch 

J. Crew

(culottes all the way) 

Kate Spade

Rebecca Minkoff

(the last few looks of the show included a 3D feature)

Michael Kors 

Ralph Lauren

(please take me "glamping" TODAY, and pack this entire collection)

Monique Lhullier 

Cheers!

xoxo, gab

tech talk

Nothing makes me happier then new accessories (I'm a sucker for jewelry, shoes, and new handbags).

However, one of the most important accessories and frequently forgotten accessories is the coveted phone case. This accessory tells volumes about one's personality, and it's just as important as your new Rebecca Minkoff bag or Kendra Scott baubles.

Below are some of my favorite phone cases and tech accessories. My mom always told me that I should never leave the house without my hair done or earrings on, and I think the same goes for a snazzy case for your best friend. (Let's be real, everyone knows your iPhone is your REAL best friend these days).

(photo from Pinterest)

Mint + Gold Headphones

Iomoi Phone Case 

Jonathan Adler Smart Phone Dock

Riffle Paper Co iPhone Cases



Baublebar x FRENDS Layla Headphones 



Leather Cord Organizers

Kate Spade iPhone case - Trendhunter.com

Iomoi Phone Case 

fashion inspo + my favorite bloggers

Happy Monday! Over the summer I adopted a new love for simplistic, yet bold style. I've been loving simple dress and blouses paired by strappy sandals and cute shorts. I trying to break away from my typical, Lilly galore closet and venture into other brands and try out some of the newer trends. And blogs have helped guide my new fashion journey. 

Below are my top 10 blogger inspirations! Each of these blogs have amazing website designs and even more amazing styles! I love getting fashion inspiration from these ladies along with new ideas about how to build up my own blog. It's really cool to see how diverse and expansive the blogging community is. I love that many of my favorite bloggers encourage one another and want to see this community grow. 

1. The College Prepster

2. Pink Peonies

3. Song of Style

4. Gal Meets Glam

5.  What Courtney Wore

6. Sweet Southern Prep

7. Convey the Moment

8. Color Me Courtney 

9. Atlantic-Pacific 

10. Sincerely Jules 

Be sure to follow "for the love of gab" on Instagram @loveofgabblog 

Cheers!

xoxo, gab

let's be pen pals

With a new school year underway, it's time to say goodbye from friends from home. It's easy to stay in the know with social media (thank goodness for Instagram), but nothing is really as authentic as a cute care package and handwritten note from friends and family. 

I absolutely love cutesy stationary!  And I really want this year to write more letters and keep in touch with my friends near and far.

Below is a pic of my personalized cards I got earlier this summer! 

PS. I'd love to be your pen pal and exchange letters! 
Comment your email below and we can exchange mailing info and start writing!