Mackenzie Billington

Totally Tasseled

April 18, 2016 by Mackenzie

lace up tassel sandals (comes in four colors!)

Happy Monday! The best kind of shoes are the ones that you can wear all the time- for work and play. Being the shoe-addict that I am, when I spotted these gorgeous heels on Revolve, it was love at first sight. Not only are they incredible comfortable, they are also very on-trend and give any outfit that extra kick. I paired them with a floral maxi dress for Easter & I wore them again last week with some patterned Mumu shorts and a white, silk blouse. I love that they are perfect for any occasion & I am trying so hard to resist picking them up in another color [ginger suede pictured above]!

Here are some other tassel-adorned pieces to add to your wardrobe this season:

xoxo,

Mackenzie

Better in Blue

April 12, 2016 by Mackenzie

dress // clutch (similar) // lace up heels // earrings // bracelet

Pretty in pink.. but better in blue. I always seem to gravitate towards blue pieces in the same way it seems most people opt for the ever-so-classic black. I love black, don’t get me wrong, but there’s just something about blue that is so relaxing and fun at the same time. I also feel like it’s very universally flattering (unlike black, which is a color I tend to avoid when I am in dire need a serious tan). I have a confession to make, friends. I may or may not have snatched this dress from my mom’s closet. When I saw this blue & breezy Free People beauty hanging up, I just had to ‘borrow’ it (sorry mom, ily!). This floral mini dress is beyond comfy, and it’s incredibly lightweight, making it perfect for the warm (and sometimes sticky) months ahead. My favorite part about this dress though? It’s easy. It’s that dress that is your constant ‘go-to’. It doesn’t require much thought or contemplation. It’s easy to just throw on, go, and conquer the day. A day of shopping? Pair it with neutral or metallic sandals and a crossbody purse. Brunch with the girls? Lace-up sandal heels and a clutch are a must. This dress also comes in black, so yay for options! I know I will definitely be wearing this dress weekly during the summer. It’s just so adorable!

xoxo,

Mackenzie

Photography: Dallastyle

Flat Sandals [under $100]

April 9, 2016 by Mackenzie

Happy Saturday! On the search for new sandals this season, but not wanting your wallet to fall flat? There are so many awesome (and affordable) sandals out this season, and I wanted to share some of my new flat & fave finds. Sandals are my go-to shoes during the spring and the summer. With this beautiful weather we’ve been having lately, I’ve been wearing the heck out of my new lace up sandals, pictured above. They look great with any outfit from casual tees and denim shorts to floral sundresses and maxis. Every time I wear them, I get tons of compliments! Best part? They are under $60, so I may need to pick them up in another color.

I’ve linked some of my favorite affordable flat sandals this season below! From easy & everyday to flat-out-fun, let the shopping begin!

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

Life Update: Senior Year + Summer Plans

March 23, 2016 by Mackenzie

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Hello, friends! I’ve realized it’s been a while since I’ve shared an update about what’s been actually going on in my life. These past few months have been totally hectic, but unforgettable to say the least. I wanted to share with you what has been going on in my life lately! I mentioned recently on snapchat that I officially have an internship, so I thought I would finally let you know what my plans are for this upcoming summer & a big decision I recently made about my senior year of college. I apologize if this post is something of a novel, but I have to procrastinate studying for my upcoming exam somehow!