Life Lately

Henri Bendel Uptown Satchel, Henri Bendel, Prada Sunglasses, Sweater Coat, Fall Style

Handbag: Henri Bendel // Sweater: Sheinside // Denim: AG Denim // Sunglasses: Prada

You may notice this combo from yesterday’s outfit post. I absolutely love gray, white, and baby blue together! It’s such clean and fresh combo. I seriously apologize for how much you’ve seen {and will see} this handbag. I am head over heels in love with it!

Henri Bendel Uptown Satchel, Henri Bendel, Nude Heels, Prada Sunglasses, Fall Style

Sunglasses: Prada // Necklace: Teal House Collections // Handbag: Henri Bendel // Heels: Nordstrom

I wore this look a few weeks back when I spoke at a networking event hosted by Tech Talent South. I have to admit I was crazy nervous about speaking in front of a group and talking all about my blogging story + the blogging world. Right before it was time for me to start the nerves completely disappeared and I filled up even more time than I had expected. Guess that’s what happens when you’re talking about something you love!

White Pumpkins, Pumpkins, Pumpkin Patch, Albino Pumpkins

These little white pumpkins kinda stole my heart! I love how crisp and clean they look. Perfect for a little decorating in the home. Also such a fun twist on the traditional orange guys.

Davidson, Visit Davidson, Fall Style, Kindred Restaurant, Blanket Scarf

Handbag: Henri Bendel // Scarf: Asos // Boots: Sam Edelman

If you follow me on instagram {@louellareese} you may read about how I seriously want some tile work like this in my future home. I think it’s incredibly adorable and would be so sweet in a guest bathroom or in the kitchen. Also this scarf and handbag combo has been on nonstop repeat recently.

Blanket Scarf, Gingham, Fall Style, J.Crew, J.Crew Style

Sunglasses: Prada // Lipstick: Mac {Make Me Gorgeous} // Scarf: Asos // Flannel: J.Crew

Two weekends ago Joshua and I headed to the adorable little town of Davidson for an afternoon. Where we indulged in lots of sweet treats and an amazing meal at The Pickled Peach. This was us at the pumpkin patch, which ended up being kind of a let down! The place we went to use to have massive amounts of pumpkins and be so incredibly cute. When we arrived there was no joke maybe 20 pumpkins. We still picked up two though!

Fall Style, Topshop Lace Up Flats, Leopard Flats, Henri Bendel Uptown Satchel, Henri Bendel

Sweater: Old Navy // Handbag: Henri Bendel // Flats: Topshop

These flats are da bomb! So fierce. With the pointy toe, leopard print, and lace up ties. Seriously does it get any sassier? I really don’t think so. They are so much fun to wear and spice up just about everything. Even this simple combo of jeans and a cream sweater. An otherwise blah look stepped up by the accessories.

Kotex, U by Kotex, Vera Bradley, Estee Lauder Mascara, Laura Mercier Foundation, Bobbi Brown Make-up

Clutch: c/o Vera Bradley // Tampons: c/o Kotex // Stick Foundation:  Bobbi Brown // Brush: Bobbi Brown // Lipstick: Mac {Rebel} // Mascara: Estee Lauder // Liquid Foundation: Laura Mercier

A little peek into my clutch here. These make-up items are my go to. I’m not huge into make-up so I love the natural look of all of these items. Minus the lipstick that actual packs a serious punch! {See it here} Also talked about my go to feminine products last week which you see above and can read more about here.

Donuts, Duck Donuts, Fall Style, Poncho, Stripes

Cords: Kut from the Kloth // Turtleneck: J.Crew // Handbag: Henri Bendel // Donuts: Duck Donuts

After getting engaged {AHHHH, still can’t believe it} and celebrating with friends and family Saturday night, Joshua and I had the day to ourselves Sunday and decided to indulge. Six donut kind of indulge 🙂 honestly though we didn’t eat all of them in one sitting! We both went with our top pick then tasted one or two. I am hardcore obsessed with the maple glaze with rainbow sprinkles on top!

Stripes, Fall Style, Shearling Vest, Leopard Flats, Madewell Tote

Vest: Nordstrom // Tee: Nordstrom // Tote: Madewell // Watch: Michael Kors // Lipstick: Mac {Rebel}

This pairing is one of my favorites. Especially now that it’s what I was wearing when Joshua popped the question! This shearling vest is so cozy and pairs so well with lots of items. This lipstick is also my new favorite shade. Thinking it’ll become my signature shade for fall.

Love, Engaged, Fiance, Southern Weddings, Southern Bride, The Knot

Now the biggest and best thing that has happened in my life recently is that this stud asked me to be his best friend and love for rest of our days. I cannot put into words the excitement and love that I feel! I am over the moon, a kid in the largest candy store that’s ever existed, a blogger in a mall that never ends excited! There’s never been a doubt in my mind since the first time he hugged me that he was the one God made for me. I am so thankful for all of you that have congratulated us on instagram, Facebook, and snapchat. Y’all are the sweetest ever and I am extremely happy that I get to share our journey to become husband and wife with y’all! I’ll definitely be posting little updates here and there. Also if you’re a engaged or recently married any tips are very much welcome. For anyone that is engaged or about to be engaged and looking for tips along the way as I experience things definitely let me know and I’ll try to gear a post or two towards those topics.