Must Have bags of Summer 2017

Ya'll it's Saturday! This was a longgggggggg week and I'm so glad it's over and tomorrow is Mother's Day so I'm spending the whole day with my littles! In the meantime I thought I would share with you my favorite bags for summer 2017!

I must also confess I purchased all 4 of these and love every one of them! All of these work for spring too and I promise you will love any of these bags! Make sure you also stay tuned because I plan on featuring each on of these bags in a full outfit post for each one separately so you can see just how I styled each one!

Why I Cancelled Stitch Fix

Happy hump day! Thank god the week is halfway over! Tomorrow is the Anthropologie fashion show down at Lenox Mall and I'm stoked!  Then I work from home all next week since my little people have spring break, YAY! Let's hope the remainder of this week goes by fast so I can bust outta here!

This post won't have any pretty pictures and it's kind of a vent.  Well Not a vent just facts really so feel free to comment with your Stitch Fix thoughts.  I know most of you love your stitch fix subscriptions and that's cool. I gave it a shot for about 6 months and finally I have decided cancel my Stitch Fix subscription....for good!

Being a fashion/style blogger my main goal is to "share" my style with my readers in hopes of giving them tips and inspiration.  I know myself as a reader of many other style & beauty blogs.......I look to bloggers for style inspiration or products referrals.  If they have a piece that I love or a product they swear by most likely I want to purchase the same item.

Tobi Sweater Dress

I always love finding new brands and shops online.  It's so much fun stepping away sometimes from the big box retail stores and finding fun unique pieces from smaller brands online,  Recently I found Tobi and their online shop has tons of adorable pieces to choose from! I ordered 3 adorable dresses and they are perfect for spring!  Two of them are sweater dresses and one is a cute floral fit and flare.  Today I'm sharing this black sweater dress.

Embellished Boots & Designer Dupes

You know I have a sick obsession with boots, booties, etc.....and now I'm crazy for all the metallic accented and embellished boots that I'm seeing everywhere.  Whether metallic heels or toes....or sparkly embellishments......I love them all!!!!!

Target recently came out with their Raine Western Boot which is a Dupe of the popular Catherine Malandrino Driscoll Boot.  The Target version is a fraction of the cost and nearly identical!  If you prefer the Catherine Malandrino ones they were originally $240 and now on sale for $119.99 at Nordstrom Rack and they are available in several colors!  Jeffrey Campbell even has a version of this popular boot found HERE.

If you like a little sparkle you can find several options ranging in price from super affordable to luxury designer prices.  If money is no option check out the Fauna Bootie by Aquazzura, however if you are looking for a less expensive option check out the Diamond by FarylRobin Fawcett version at Target!

For those of you ladies that are really bold check out one these lovely options.  The Roger Vivier Sequin-Embellished Bootie available on My Theresa is a super sparkly luxurious bootie but at $2350 may not be budget friendly.  Target has another gorgous option in a floral Velvet print found HERE! For a mid-grade price point check out THIS PAIR by River Island!

I hope you enjoyed my favorite picks for sparkly embellished booties .....I've also added a few more options to the widget below :) Have a lovely weekend!

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I VOTE - for FASHION!

Call me insensitive but I won't bring you a post today about how I'm disappointed or stressed because quite frankly.......I don't care to share my political opinions or choices.  I've seen too many friendships and family relationships destroyed recently so I'm keeping quiet on this one.  Let me also remind you that God is in control and knew the outcomes of this election way before it was decided so we need to just trust in that!

I will however bring you a cute outfit post! I VOTE fashion all day every day!

Felt Floppy Hat - (Similar Here) // Gray Jeans (Similar Here) // Over the Knee Boots // Blanket Scarf - (Similar Here) // Gray Tote Bag // Versace Glasses

It finally finally finally feels like fall here in Georgia .....like mid to upper 60's fall which is heavenly.  This shoot was a couple of weeks ago and it was still in the 80's hence the sleeveless top! But now that we finally have some cooler weather I've been able to wear my sweaters and scarves without dying!

My floppy hat is the same one I was wearing in my previous post and is from ZAFUL and is similar to the Leith Felt Floppy Hat from Nordstrom! The Boots are one of my favorite pairs of OTK'S and they are from Loft.  You can purchase them HERE.  I also have the same ones in a camel color as well!

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Photo Credit:  J Nelly Photography

Lace Up Flats for Any Budget

Flats have always been one of my favorite go-to shoes because sometimes you really just don't want to wear heels but you are really not going for full on "sneaker casual". They are perfect because they are just the right amount of sophisticated yet casual and can be worn on date nights, shopping trips, to work, while traveling......really just about anywhere!

Right now one of the biggest trends in flats are lace-up pointed toe flats and in a perfect world we would probably all be wearing the Valentino Rockstuds or the Aquazzura Belgravias......but most of us are not spending $900 on 1 pair of shoes.  We can still dream though, right?

Valentino - Rockstud // Aquazzura - Belgravia // Aquazzura - Christie

Michael Kors - Kallie // Salvatore Ferragamo - Claire // Manolo Blahnik - Aneska

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Halogen is probably the top contender right now in this style of flat that is a more mid-range price.   They are not super expensive but they are also not cheap but their signature lace-up flats will run you close to $90 a pop!  I won't lie,  I do own 2 pairs of the Halogen ones but Steve Madden also has a few styles coming in slightly less at around $80 each......but if $80 for a pair of shoes is still too much their are tons of other affordable options out there!

Steven Madden - Sunshine // Vince Camuto - Emmari // Halogen - Owen

Sole Society - Georgina // BP - Katrina // Lucky Brand - Aviee

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Not only do I have the two Halogen pairs from Nordstrom, but I also have a few pairs from H&M.  ASOS, Revolve, Target .....even Charlotte Russe & Forever 21 also have several gorgeous options that won't break the bank!

Target - Kady // H&M - Suede Ballet Flats // H&M - Pointed Flats

ASOS - New Look Pointed Pump // Charlotte Russe - Lace Up Pointed Toe Flat

Forever 21 - Faux Suede Lace Up Flats

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The H&M Pointed Flats with Lacing that I'm wearing above are ON SALE NOW - $34.99 $19.99 

All in all this is a style that won't be going anywhere anytime soon! Are you guys totally as in love as I am with lace-up flats? Would you take the splurge or steal?????

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

So if you love fashion then I'm 99.9% sure you already know about the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. If you don't know....well let's just say that we can't be friends.

I'm kidding people! But  It's seriously one of THE best sales EVER!

I'm talking like designer brands for like 50% off sometimes like 70% or more.  You definitely need to take note because it starts today ....if you already have a Nordstrom Card. If you don't have one then you can shop the sale in a few days, but it's not to early to start browsing around and get your list of must-haves in order.  I seriously have tons of faves but I'm limiting myself to a select few pieces that i really want.  This is just a cute simple fall look.  You can never go wrong with skinny jeans, wedge booties and a cute sweater!

Nordstrom sale by ericavalentin featuring skinny jeans

I'm loving Rose gold everything right now and rose gold works for summer or fall but I definitely love it more during the fall time and these picks are really reasonably priced even before the sale so right now is a great time to jump on the deals!  The MAC lipstick is actually not on sale but I just adore the darker plum shades during fall and there are some MAC products that are on sale at Nordy's if you shop now. 

Those gorgeous Kate Spade sunnies are also not part of the sale but there are a few pairs of Kate Spade sunglasses that are included

Check out My Picks

Rag & Bone Skinny Jeans (Darker Wash Here) // Monica Vinader Friendship Bracelet // Kate Spade Aviator Sunglasses // M.A.C. Lipstick Color: Cyber // Kate Spade Stud Earrings // Wildfox Pullover V-Neck // Vince Camuto Leather Bag // Timberland Wedge Booties

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Penniless Socialite // The Mix // Living in Color // Happiness at Mid-Life // Curly Crafty Mom // Thursday Favorite Things

What are you ladies eyeing in Nordstrom for the upcoming fall season???