Style – Page 13 – Mackenzie Billington

Shopbop Sale Alert

April 5, 2016 by Mackenzie

Good morning! It’s a super exciting Tuesday because today is the start of the HUGE Shopbop sale, where you can get 25% off tons of things (both sale & full price) on the site with the code ‘INTHEFAM‘. There are so many great pieces on the sale this year, and it’s a little hard to resist snagging some new goodies for your spring wardrobe.

This is one of the best times of the year do some prime online-shopping. I already have those evil eye stud earrings and that tropical romper in my cart! I’ve been eyeing (no pun intended) those Karen Walker sunnies for months now, so maybe the sale will finally be an excuse to finally pick them up. Also, can we talk about all the gorgeous shoes on Shopbop at the moment. From everyday metallic lace up sandals to stunning heeled sandals, the options for spring are truly endless. I’ve linked some of my favorite pieces from the sale below. Let me know what your coveted Shopbop pieces are.

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tropical printed romper // white romper // maxi dress // off the shoulder dress // evil eye earrings // straw purse // ankle wrap sandals // cork platform heels // honeydew wallet // sunglasses // ivory dress // blue stripe dress // bone lace dress // navy stripe set

Happy shopping!

xoxo,

Mackenzie

Free & Easy Product/Outfit Collage Tutorial

April 4, 2016 by Mackenzie

Happy Monday, friends! I hope you had an awesome first weekend of April! Last summer I made a ‘gold font tutorial‘ which now has thousands and thousands of views and pins (to my surprise!). A lot of y’all have been requesting more blog/graphic design tutorials, so I thought I would finally make a product collage tutorial since it’s been so heavily requested. Product collages are so much fun to make & I absolutely love making them. Here is how I make product collages without photoshop, indesign, illustrator, or polyvore (which are all great programs, but can be a little time consuming or difficult to use, especially for beginners)…

Enjoy!

Favorite Purchases from March

April 1, 2016 by Mackenzie

Happy Friday & happy first day of April (*insert April Fools’ Joke*)! Didn’t March go by so quickly? What an eventful month it has been! Though it’s been a great month, I am so excited that it is finally April, which may or may not be my favorite month of the entire year. I love that it finally starts to look & feel like spring when April rolls around. April is also my birthday month, and I will be the big 21 this year (which totally makes me feel like a real adult). I officially booked a flight for Vegas to celebrate my birthday at the end of the month; fingers crossed I’ll be lucky so I can do more of my favorite past-time, shopping.

Okay speaking of my shopping addiction, I tried out a few new products this past month that I wanted to share with you guys! I found some new favorites that I have been just head-over-heels for.

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1. perfume rollerball // 2. rockstar soap // 3. reversible bikini // 4. lace up sandal heels // 5. surf foam spray blow dry // 6. surf infusion // 7. luminous blush

Phone Cases [under $50]

March 29, 2016 by Mackenzie

Happy Tuesday! I hope that you had a great Easter weekend! I know it was definitely a relaxing one for me. My family and I enjoyed a nice Easter weekend filled with friends, brunch, church, shopping, movies, and of course, good tex-mex. It’s always very refreshing to take a weekend getaway back to Texas. This weekend, I also started the hunt of finding my first apartment! I am really looking forward to living in California this summer, and it’s been fun searching for the perfect place to stay. I’ve been living on campus for three years now, so I finally feel like a real adult, searching for my very first apartment. I couldn’t be more excited for these upcoming months. Is anybody else counting down the days til summer?

During my weekend at home, I noticed my mom had the cutest new phone case (pictured above). Her tropical case put me in the mood to hunt down some other perfect cases, all under $50. I have a boring, black case on mine at the moment, but I definitely need to pick up a new one for spring! I’ve been totally eyeing that cactus case! Obsessed!

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xoxo,

Mackenzie

Shop more cases:

Feelin’ Floral

March 26, 2016 by Mackenzie

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floral top // bralette // floral shorts (currently out of stock, linked similar) // clutch // sandals

Does anything else scream “spring” more than a bold floral print? I don’t think so! When I saw this flirty & fun two piece outfit at a local boutique in my hometown, I knew instantly that it would be the perfect addition to my spring wardrobe. I’ve been obsessed with two piece outfits lately because of how versatile they really are! I especially loved this specific set because of the adorable print, ‘Steel Magnolia’. Steel Magnolia also comes in a romper, crop top, mini dress, maxi dress, and trousers version as well (yay for lots of options!). The mixing-and-matching options are truly endless!

I paired the floral set with cork Tory Burch sandals and a simple black clutch. I definitely plan on rocking the top with denim shorts, white jeans, and neutral skirts this Spring. The shorts would pair perfectly with a chambray button down or any black top. I can’t wait to play around with different combinations all season!

I hope you are having a wonderful Easter weekend, and that you are enjoying time with family and friends!

xoxo,

Mackenzie

[Photography: Dallastyle]

Shop the print:

Totally Clutch

March 23, 2016 by Mackenzie

Meet your newest spring obsession. I love clutches. A lot. However, I feel as they are a little underrated. I definitely plan on adding more clutches to my collection this season. I love the clutch because first and foremost, it’s easy to grab & go. In a hurry, but wanting to pack a little more? Toss your clutch into your tote. There are so many chic prints and colors out this season, and I wanted to share some of my faves that I have been eyeing!

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[from left to right] pineapple clutch // palm print clutch // hot pink clutch // sunflower weave clutch // leopard clutch // skull print clutch // ivory clutch // straw clutch // fringe clutch (comes in four neutral colors)

xoxo,

Mackenzie Kendall

Take the Plunge

March 20, 2016 by Mackenzie

Dress: Revolve (only $50!) // Heels: Missguided (not available anymore, other fun heels linked below) // Bracelet: David Yurman

Life’s too short for boring shoes- and to not break out of your comfort zone every once in a while. My wardrobe basically consists of an excessive amount of halter tops and dresses. Plunging necklines have always intimidated me in the past, but when I spotted this dress on Revolve, I decided to take a risk & take the plunge. The NBD ‘everytime’ skater dress comes in several different colors (including black and white) and is surprisingly flattering. Plus, the price is pretty hard to beat at $50! I definitely think it runs true to size, and I purchased mine in an XS. If you are looking for the perfect dress for a formal or spring time event, look no further!

When I saw these wild, holographic heels on Missguided a few months ago, I couldn’t pass them up. I think they really add a unique touch to any outfit and make you stand out. I absolutely love fun shoes, especially to pair with more solid and neutral pieces in my wardrobe. I’ve linked some more exciting heels below!

I apologize that I have been a little MIA this past week, but I am now back from spring break! I had such a great time in Florida with my sorority sisters. The tans will fade, but the memories definitely won’t. I hope that you guys are having a great Sunday & a happy spring break!

xoxo,

Mackenzie Kendall

[shop the look & more heels below]

Spring Shoes

March 11, 2016 by Mackenzie

Sam Edelman lace up heels (run true to size)

Anybody that knows me, knows that I am a have something of a shoe addiction. I love shoes, possibly a little too much. My feet haven’t grown since about the fifth grade, so I have always used that as an excuse to justify my addiction. I spotted these gorgeous Sam Edelman lace up heels a few months ago, and it was love at first. My mom ended up buying them for her own shoe collection several weeks ago, and I definitely have been ‘breaking them in for her’ (the perks of having the same shoe size as your style savvy mom!). These sandal heels are very comfortable and are incredibly versatile. It can be hard to find heels that aren’t too casual but not too dressy, and these lace up gems are perfect for brunch, church, a spring time wedding, dinner or girls night!

There have been so many awesome spring shoes out this season, and I wanted to share a few of my favorites with you guys! I’ve been so into the lace-up shoe trend lately, and I think they are so perfect for both spring & summer.

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one (now on sale) // two // three // four // five // six // seven // eight // nine // ten // eleven // twelve

Happy Friday & happy shopping!

xoxo,

Mackenzie Kendall

[more spring shoes below!]

Spring Break Must-Haves: Fab & Under $50

March 8, 2016 by Mackenzie

cactus earrings (comes in silver too) // floppy hat // tassel earrings // lipgloss // fringe clutch // lace up sandals // seersucker bikini top // aviator sunglasses (only $12!) // flamingo float

Happy Tuesday, everyone! Spring break is only a few days a way for me, and I am beyond jealous of y’all that are already enjoying your spring break. I am so ready for a relaxing weekend & tons of sun.

A lot y’all really enjoyed my last spring break must-haves post, so I decided to make another one including pieces under $50! I am dying to add those lace up sandals to my shoe collection!

xoxo,

Mackenzie Kendall

Spring Break Must-Haves: Tan & Tropical

March 4, 2016 by Mackenzie

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maaji bikini // laguna illuminator // tassel crossbody // round sunglasses (only $12) // lace up sandals // pineapple pool float (only $25) // tassel earrings ($34) // pom-pom tote // palm-leaf clutch

As much as I do love Midterms week (said no college student ever), I am beyond ready for some fun in the sun. This year, I am heading back to Florida to enjoy spring break with my sorority sisters. There’s nothing I love more than hitting the beach & soaking up the sun. With this dreary weather we’ve been having here in Oxford, I am ready for a warm getaway!

I hope that you all are having a happy Thursday! Let me know what your spring break plans are this year!

xoxo,

Mackenzie Kendall

p.s. here are a few more tan & tropical spring break pieces: