Style – Page 14 – Mackenzie Billington

Flower Power

March 3, 2016 by Mackenzie

Dress: Show Me Your Mumu // Necklace: Kendra Scott // Boots: Ivanka Trump (linked similar) // Bag: Rebecca Minkoff

Where the heck did February go? I can’t believe March is already here with spring break just around the corner! Crazy! Just because spring is almost here doesn’t mean you have to put away your over the knee boots just yet. Even though I go to school in the south, it is still chilly here. Though I am dying to break out the halter tops and sandals, I am still taking advantage of this crisp, but sunny, weather. I recently picked up this Show Me Your Mumu dress. I love the Kylie style because it is perfectly casual & beyond easy for everyday wear. I paired it with my favorite black OTK boots and a tassel necklace. However, I definitely plan on throwing it on with a denim jacket and sandals later this month. It could definitely be dressed up with some statement earrings and sky-high wedges as well.

Guess what, friends? I am going to Dallas this weekend! In my three years of college, I have never ‘randomly gone home’. I typically only go home for Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter, and Summer. Going to college ten hours away from home is so fun, but sometimes there is nothing better than a relaxing weekend at home. I also need to bring some of my winter clothes home to swap out with my spring pieces. My grandparents are going to be driving through the area, so I am hitching a ride with them all the way back to Dallas! I am so excited to see my fam & catch up on some much needed Tex-mex!

I hope that you all are having a fabulous first week of March!

xoxo,

Mackenzie Kendall

[Photography: Dallastyle]

New Purse + What’s in my Bag

February 22, 2016 by Mackenzie

Louis Vuitton Neverfull MM Bag (Damier print)

I’ve always been a cross-body purse kinda girl, partly because of how easy cross-body bags are to just throw on and go. However, for Valentine’s Day this year, I received my first “grown up” bag. I never knew how much I really needed a good tote bag in my life until I got the Louis Vuitton Neverfull MM. Between weekend trips, shopping outings, and study sessions at coffee shops, this bag has easily become my newest addiction. It’s easy to just throw everything in, and it hold so much – including my laptop, camera, books, and so much more! Though I still love my cross-body bags for specific occasions, I have to say I’ve been completely obsessed with my Neverfull bag. Louis Vuitton is such a classic brand, and I love the size and quality of this purse. I’m also really happy with the ‘Damier‘ print, though I do like the monogram print as well (which my bestie & my sister both own & love). I know it’s definitely a purse I will be using for the rest of my life!

Here are some essentials I tend to throw in my bag; click to shop:

I hope you all are having a great Monday so far!

xoxo,

Mackenzie Kendall

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Red Lips & Leather

February 16, 2016 by Mackenzie

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Top: Nordstrom (linked similar) // Jacket: Anthropologie Petite (linked similar) // Jeans: Paige // Heels: Manolo Blahnik // Lipstick: “Ruby Woo” // Sunglasses: Ray Ban

Even though spring is almost here, it’s still very chilly here in the South. So in these last few weeks of cold weather, I love to break out my favorite winter outfits. This #edgy one is no exception. An all-black outfit is always my go-to whether I am hitting the town with friends or going on a date night. I paired my favorite leather jacket with a black blouse, ripped jeans, statement heels, and, of course, bold, red lips. There’s something about the combination of leather and red lips that makes me totally feel like Sandy from Greece.

Tell me about it, stud.

If you have been following me on Tumblr for the past two years, you know that I have always been scared of wearing jeans for some bizarre reason. To be completely honest, I don’t think I have even tried on jeans in the past five to six years, which is crazy; I know. It is a new year and a new season in my life, so I decided to break out of my comfort zone and do something completely different. I fell in love with this comfortable pair of Paige jeans. They had the perfect amount of ‘rips’, making them a little edgy, but still totally wearable. They were on sale at Nordstrom Rack in my hometown, so I couldn’t find an excuse to say no. To make this outfit a little more casual, you could swap out the heels for some riding boots, ballet flats, or booties and rock a neutral glossy lip instead of the bold red.

I hope that y’all had an awesome Valentine’s Day & that you are having a fabulous week so far!

xoxo,

Mackenzie Kendall

Show Me Your Mumu New Collection

February 9, 2016 by Mackenzie

Hey everyone! I first wanted to start off by saying my blog got a little makeover! I couldn’t sleep last night, so I decided to completely revamp my blog & try something different. I had a lot fun designing and playing around with a new look, and I hope y’all enjoy it as well!

Secondly, it has probably been no secret by now, but I absolutely love Show Me Your Mumu. From the fun prints to the trendy cuts, Mumu has easily become one of my favorite brands over the past few years. I find myself always reaching for my Mumu pieces whether I am going out with friends or traveling. Show Me Your Mumu launched their newest collection this morning, and it was love at first sight. I have loved so many of the previous Mumu collections, but this current one, ‘Desert MUasis’, is by far my very favorite one yet. The prints in this collection are so gorgeous and refreshing. I felt so inspired by them and decided I wanted to share some of my favorite pieces with y’all. I like that this collection almost has a neutral feel, but of course, has a very unique and eclectic edge to it. My sister and I have been texting links to our favorite pieces in the collection back and forth all day. We were dying over the ‘Cact-eye‘ tee. So perfect & clever!

If you are a Mumu fan too, let me know what your favorite piece in the Desert MUasis collection is! I am going to have a tough time deciding which piece to add to my collection next!

xoxo,

Mackenzie Kendall

Valentine’s Day Gifts For Her

February 2, 2016 by Mackenzie

Happy almost Valentine’s Day, friends! Even though I have been single every single v-day of my twenty years of life, I still get excited for it every year. It’s such a fun holiday to give gifts whether it’s for your bestie, mom, sister, significant other, or yourself! I wanted to share some fun & festive gift ideas with y’all (p.s. – I included a few more at the bottom).

I hope that you all are having a great week!

FabFitFun Winter Box Review

February 1, 2016 by Mackenzie

So 70’s

January 26, 2016 by Mackenzie

Jumpsuit (linked similar) |Fur Shawl (linked similar) | Platforms (c/o) | Necklace

When I think of wide legged jumpsuits and chunky platforms, I totally think 70’s glam. The 70’s is definitely my favorite decade when it comes to fashion and beauty. I thought this look would be perfect for Valentine’s Day date night or even a gal’s night. I love how this jumpsuit shows just the right amount of skin, and the faux fur shawl and bold heels really dress it up. I’ve linked some similar jumpsuits below! Also, these chunky platform heels are actually now on sale – which is so groovy.

I hope you all are having a fabulous week!

Photography: Dallastyle

Keepin it Casual

January 21, 2016 by Mackenzie

Tee | Sweatshirt | Leggings | Converse | Backpack

Happy Thursday! Winter break is almost over for me, and college classes begin again this Monday. One thing I love about going back to school is having a valid excuse to break out all my comfy clothes again. For class, you can always find me in an oversized shirt and leggings. It’s quick and easy, which is what I am all about during the semester. When it comes to tshirts, I absolutely love the Free People tees. I have several of them now, and I wear them all year long. They are very versatile because you can wear them with leggings and tennis shoes or you can pair them with cute shorts and sandals. The one I am wearing here is in the color ‘Army‘ and is a size small.

Sometimes the library or the classroom can be freezing, so I always take a sweatshirt with me. I love Wildfox sweatshirts because they can easily fit in my backpack or be worn around the waist. They are also incredibly soft, and I love the sassy phrases that they all have on the front. I’ve linked some more Wildfox sweatshirts below; they are definitely so much more special than your average sweatshirt!

Let me know what your go-to casual and comfy look is!

Little Leather Skirt

January 9, 2016 by Mackenzie

Turtleneck | Leather Skirt | Tights | Booties (linked similar)

Hey lovely people! The little leather skirt is my winter time obsession- especially for night! I purchased this sassy, burgundy one last fall, and I’ve been obsessed with it for over a year now. Every time I wear this skirt, I tend to be an outfit repeater. I constantly pair it with a black turtleneck, black tights, and black booties. It’s my go-to look for any night out. However, I think it would also look great for daytime with a long sleeve, black/white striped top and black riding boot.

Let’s talk about these gorgeous photos. Thank you so much to Taylor Nicole for all of these stunning photos. I had so much working with you for these past few outfit posts. [Check out her website here & her Facebook page here!]

I hope y’all are having a fabulous, fabulous weekend so far,

Capes > Cardigans

January 5, 2016 by Mackenzie

Cape (similar) | Black Dress (c/o) | Boots (now more than half off!) | Necklace

Hello, friends! I’ve been obsessed with capes over the past months; I pretty much live in them. I use to be in love with cardigans, but lately, capes have taken over my wardrobe. They are so warm and comfy, and it’s pretty much like wearing a blanket in public. I’m a sucker for comfort. Plus, capes are just such an easy layer to throw on quickly before heading out for the day. If you go out to eat, and it’s warm in the restaurant, you can just take them off! I usually pair my capes with a simple, neutral, long sleeve dress and knee high boots. However, you could also pair them with jeans and booties for a more casual look. I’ve linked some cape suggestions below!

It’s been so incredible being back in Dallas for break. I am home for the next three weeks, so let me know if y’all have any specific posts you would like to see while I am home! This weekend, I am heading to North Carolina for Wake Forest’s bid
day, and I am so excited to finally see Winston-Salem!

Thank you so much to Taylor Nicole Photography for these gorgeous, gorgeous photos!