Teen Choice Awards 2014

Last night teen movie, singers, and web stars gathered together in Los Angeles to the Teen Choice Awards. Props to Selena Gomez for winning the Outstanding Teen Award, honestly she's amazing. I loved Shailene Woodley and Ansel Elgort's acceptance speeches from last night. Albeit long, their encouraging words and connection to the film's message made every TFIOS fan feel the feels. 

Below are my favorite looks from last night's Teen Choice Awards! The crop top trend is still one of my favorites, and I was so happy to see it carry on to this red carpet.  

Kendall Jenner in Oriett Domenech
Kim Kardashian West in Balmain Crop Top and Skirt
Kylie Jenner in Sass & Bide




Shay Mitchell in Misha Collection Crop Top and Skirt

Lucy Hale in Christian Dior Dress and Brian Atwood Heels

Nina Dobrev in Vionnet Crop Top and Shorts and Kurt Geiger Heels

Taylor Swift in Novis Crop Top and Skirt

Selena Gomez in Saint Laurent Lady-like Tux

Ansel Elgort 
(his smile is so contageous/Happy Monday!)

Chloe Grace Moretz in Valentino Tube Top and Short
(holy SKIN)

Bella Thorne in Candies by Johnny Wujek

Cheers!

xoxo, gab

wednesday whimsy

fall 2014 nail trends

As much as I love the warm weather, I'm very excited for fall fashion. 

After the Nordstrom anniversary sale and witnessing all of the beautiful looks coming in this fall, I've been anxious to slip into cute boots/booties, cashmere sweaters, pretty button-downs, and cozy scarves.

So since I'm in the South and won't actually get to wear my fall favorites until like November, I can at least sport some new fall trends with a chic manicure.

Check out this article from Harper's Bazaar about hot nail trends for fall! 

I can't wait to try out these looks, especially "Heavy Metal." 

(photos from Harper's Bazaar) 

http://www.harpersbazaar.com/beauty/nails/nail-trend-report-fall-2014#slide-1

Happy August + weekend plans

Happy August! 

I can officially use my Kate Spade planner, and I'm too excited about this! 

Perfect classroom vibe with these classic novels, wise owl, and fantastic florals. 

Let's "skip the formalities," hello August! 

I love this "this agenda belongs to and if found, please return to" section! 

Looks like the birthday month is going to be full of dance moves!

 I can't believe August is already here! Which means back to school is literally around the corner. I'm beyond excited to be reunited with my Kappa sisters and be back on campus. I didn't think I was going to miss it as much as I do. When I left campus in May, I was so excited to get home and relax, but summer has been long and I'm ready to be back in the ATL. 

I am dreading the school work (ew). It's going to be a tough semester, but I think I'm ready for it. This Kate Spade Planner is going to be my new best friend, and I couldn't be more excited!

Speaking of back to school, this weekend it's time to start organizing my dorm goodies and books and supplies. It's always a fun time in our family to hit up Office Depot and load up on fun binder colors and and cutesy pens. 
(woop woop)

 Have a great weekend everyone!

Cheers!
xoxo, gab

Lilly Pulitzer #Resort365

On Monday, Lilly Pulitzer released the beginning of their Fall 2014 collection called   
#Resort365. Lilly Pulitzer year long theme is "A Story Written in the Sun." 

This Fall collection is actually one of my favorites (I actually think I say that every year and every season). I always think that I won't like a collection based on the sketches I've seen but one it hits stores I'm hooked.

I love the rich fall colors which still take on a Florida feel of easy, breezy, and colorful! 

One of the most interesting things to me about this collection is how I could easy mesh these looks into other styles and things in my wardrobe that could play up or tone down the bright looks (depending on my mood). 

Below are some of my favorite picks from the Lilly #Resort365 look that were released this week!

Angel Halter Maxi Dress - New Green Under the Palms

Deanna Tank Top Romper - Multi Hot Spot

Janice Shift Dress - Hotty Pink

Callahan Short - Cameo White Electric Feel

Hayden Open Cardigan - True Navy

Joanna Empire Waist Maxi Dress - Multi Hot Spot 

Layton Short Sleeve Shift Dress - True Navy

Windsor Strapless Pull-On Dress - Cameo White Electric Feel 

Kingsley Crew Neck Pull-On - Sunkissed Pink Under the Palms Small 


Cheers!
xoxo, gab

birkenstocks are back

You heard it right, BIRKENSTOCKS ARE BACK! 

One of the biggest fashion trends of the summer has been the return of the Birkenstock. Since I was a little girl, like 10 years ago I begged my mom for a pair of the clog Birkenstocks. I never got my pair, but 10 years later I had to do it! 

I'm currently adopting new looks to my style. As a college student, I've noticed that my style is completely evolving as I'm finding new stores to try out and meeting new friends with interesting and different looks, which to me is the best part of college. 

So when I returned home this summer, I started to evolve my somewhat preppy style for a more simplistic, somewhat-bohemian look. It's completely a work in progress, but isn't that what style all about? Finding new looks to fit my mood and personality that I feel expresses me best. 

So below are some of my favorite Birkenstocks. I own the first pair and they literally have meshed into my daily attire. 


Birkenstock Gizeh - Golden Brown




Birkenstock Gizeh Nubruck - Billiard


Birkenstock Arizona - White 



Birkenstock Arizona - Black 



Birkenstock Arizona Soft Footbed - Magenta Purple

pineapple party

Summer 2014 is all about PINEAPPLE.


Pineapple Print from Etsy

J. Crew Girls Glitter Pineapple Purse 



Asos Niche Pineapple Print Skater Dress



Topshop Pineapple Print Bikini



Target Merona Slub Tank



(photo from Pinterest) 



Pineapple Pattern Throw Pillow 


Exciting news everyone! "for the love of gab" is now on INSTAGRAM! follow for updates and fun posts @loveofgabblog. 


Cheers!
xoxo, gab