Favorite Floral Tops for Summer

Who doesn't love a good floral top? I have been eyeing all my favorite boutiques and their floral prints and have been wanting to snatch up everything, but I think it might be a little excessive if everything I own is floral! Or would it??

5 Favorite Off the Shoulder Tops

Spring is in full force in North Carolina and I am loving this warmer weather! It is hard to say which season is my favorite to dress for, but I do love all the bright colors spring and summer bring out in people's wardrobes. However, one of my favorite trends right now is the off the shoulder tops! I will admit, it took me a little bit to get used to the style but now I am obsessed!!

Pinterest Inspiration { Favorite Outfits for Winter }

Winter has come and I wasn't expecting it. With some days during the fall season in the 70's, this colder winter weather sure has hit me with a shock. But nonetheless, Winter is here and I have rounded up some of my favorite outfits I have found on Pinterest below!

Lilly Pulitzer After Party Sale { What I Bought }

So I have finally gotten everything I purchased from the Lilly Pulitzer sale back in the end of August and I thought I would share some of things I bought from the sale! 

6 Favorite Booties for Fall

Last week I shared with you my  favorite flats for fall, but this week it is all about the booties! I love wearing flats, but I hope the bootie trend never leaves us! I didn't start wearing booties until last Fall and I love them! So today's post is full of my favorite booties I have rounded up! Hope you enjoy!

6 Favorite Flats for Fall

Shoes and purses are my favorite accessory, but I definitely have way more shoes than I do purses. Fall is one of my favorite seasons for my shoes, because it is the start of boot season and I can wear all my favorite flats more! Fall is quickly approaching and soon the weather will get cooler, so today's post is all about my favorite flats for fall! 

Pinterest Inspiration { Favorite Outfits for Fall }

I understand it is only the beginning of September, but boy am I ready for fall and cooler temps! Don't get me wrong I absolutely love spending summer days by the pool or at the lake but after a few months I am ready for fall! 

Lilly Pulitzer After Party Sale { Wish List }

{ Friday Favorites } Kendra Scott

Wahoo! It is finally Friday!! I am so excited to see that Friday is finally here and in just a couple hours the weekend will finally be here! So let's get on with one of my favorite jewelry lines... Kendra Scott! I have a few pieces and these are some of my favorites that I have added to my long want list!

Fourth of July Tanks & Shirts

I don't know about you but finding holiday inspired shirts and tanks are my favorite! Especially on those drinking holidays! AKA Fourth of July! Since our plan is to be lounging by the pool and having some adult cocktails something lightweight to wear is ideal!

Beach Bags for Summer

I don't know about you, but I have about 10 beach bags that I use all the time. I have a monogrammed one, a few Lilly Pulitzer ones and so many Scout bags I use as beach bags, but I keep buying new ones when I see a really cute one! I never really thought about how many beach bags I actually have but I just can't help myself!

Sun Hats for Summer

I don't know about y'all but when I am laying out at the beach or pool, I almost always have a baseball hat on. But, I am loving this trend of the cute big floppy hats girls wear during the summer! I have one I got from one of my friends at my  Monograms & Mimosas party and I took it on our honeymoon and loved it!

Spring Target Jewelry Must Haves

I love jewelry way too much! I have so many pairs of earrings and I will be honest I don't wear half of them but I like to have them in case! My everyday jewelry usually consists of my wedding rings, my Yurman and a pair of pearl studs, but I love my fun colorful jewelry to wear on the weekends! Target has some really cute Spring jewelry that you just need to add to your jewelry box! I put together some of my favorites and I may or may not have a few on the way!

Graphic Tops

Last month I was participating in a blog comment thread in  Show Your Blog Love facebook group and I came across Abby from  Life in the Fash Lane and her post about  graphic tops for women. I loved all her picks and I loved finding new graphic tops that I would actually wear, so I thought I would share with you some of my favorites that I have come across lately.

What I've Bought for Spring

If you are a follower of my  blog Facebook page, you have noticed I have been sharing a lot of clothes from the boutique  The Mint Julep, not because I am being sponsored by them or anything but just because I love almost everything on their site. No joke, I think my wish list consists of like 55 items. With the official start of the Spring season starting today, even though we haven't seen Spring temps in NC lately - it looks like it finally might start warming up the next few days, I thought I would share with you my purchases for Spring that I got from The Mint Julep and hopefully you find some things you fall in love with as well!

Stitch Fix: June 2016

June 2016 Rocksbox

Stitch Fix: May 2016

Well I have jumped back on the bandwagon of documenting my Stitch Fix boxes! I have changed my settings to only receive a box every other month, but have been loving what I have gotten lately.

Rachel Zoe

Good morning Girl Talk readers! I am Valerie from Maple Leopard.

My blog is about chic fashion and travel - for the middle aged gal and based in the Seattle area. I'm thankful for my family, life, and my faith  I am a transplant from Canada, and learned to sew at the age of 13.  I love to create and design clothing. My dream is to have my own fashion line someday. I am passionate about helping ladies discover their unique style and beauty.  Beauty is a trait that starts within and spills to the outside.  In my opinion, style has no age or no size.

 I attended the fashion forecast show hosted by Bellevue Fashion week, with special guests Rachel Zoe. The distinguished fashion celebrity is known as one of the most influential personalities in fashion today. It was great to listen to her insights about the fashion industry. Also hosting was Cara Crowley, Vogue market stylist.

I actually showed up at the show 3 hours early! I know, crazy lady right?!?  It was totally worth it to get a front row seat.  The things we do for a fashion fix!  Anyway I am excited to share with you these 7 artful and inspirational trends for fall.
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1) The New Touchables:  leather and feather embellished pantsuit by BCBGMAAZRIA

 2) Endless Shades of Grey:  Charcoal sweater, leather pant and overcoat by ARITZIA

Wool Coat with grey jersey jogger and knit sweater by UNIQLO

                                                                   

 3) Bohemian Dream:  Print maxi dress with black motorcycle jacket by INTERMIX.

 4) Amazing Lace: Black lace, short romper by INTERMIX

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 5) Time For Tweed: Teal weave, short sleeve cocktail dress by NORDSTROM. 

    Rachel Zoe green and gold pump.

6) Poncho it Up:  Burgundy strip poncho with wide leg jean by ARITZIA.

7) After Dark :  Blush beaded gown by NORDSTROM

I hope your enjoyed the fashion show, and maybe you received some inspiration for your fall wardrobe!  The teal tweed dress has my attention, absolutely gorgeous and my favorite color to boot!  It may have to find a home in my closet!  Which outfit caught your eye the most?

xo VALERIE

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Chloe + Isabel

Say hello to the newest Chloe + Isabel merchandiser! I took the plunge and here I am! I was welcomed into the Chloe + Isabel family with open arms and am excited to start this new journey! You can shop my boutique HERE. And like my page HERE.

I am looking for August/September Hostesses to host my next Facebook Online Pop Up Party! All hosts who book before September 16th will receive a free pair of studs! All you have to do as a hostess is invite anyone to the event and everyone has a chance to win free jewelry! No purchases or sales quote required! As a hostess, for every $200 spent in your pop up shop, you will receive $50 of jewelry credit to be used in Chloe + Isabel. 

For any questions or to sign up for a Pop Up Party, please email me at ashleychase011@gmail.com.

I have been eyeing a lot of new pieces to add to my jewelry collection. Below are just a few from my boutique that I am hopefully going to be purchasing soon!

Copacabana Pave Stud Dou Earrings

Bora Bora Open Cuff

Heirloom Tortoise Link Necklace

What is your favorite Chloe + Isabel piece?

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