Ahh, candy apples, concession stands, & cotton candy, just some of my favorite things about summer carnivals! (Can’t forget about funnel cakes & Ferris wheels either ๐)
There’s just something so magical and cheerful about a good summer carnival, especially at night with all the nostalgic bright lights & sounds of the all the rides!
Because of my avid obsession with carnivals I bring you this modest & cute carnival style lookbook ๐๐ก
Outfit #1 ๐Cotton Candy Cute๐
This outfit is inspired by the sweet colors of delicious cotton candy!
Wooo I barely made the cut this year for Fourth of July outfits! (It always gets crazy busy toward the end of June/beginning of July!)
Fourth of July is my favorite holiday๐ฑ๐ท๐๐๐ (next to Christmas of course!)
I just love all the fireworks, festivals and food๐
I rarely shop for a new outfit on the Fourth of July because more than half of my wardrobe already is red, white and blue or nautical!
So let me challenge you today to shop your own closet and create your own unique #ootd๐ By mixing and matching pieces you already own!
For a little outfit inspo here is what I came up with using items that were already in my closet! ๏ปฟ
Outfit #1: Stars, Stripes, Dots & Tulle
Patriotic Sweater: Poshmark
White Tulle Skirt: Taralynn’s Boutique
Polka Dot Heels: Shoedazzle (last season)
Outfit #2 Polkadots & Stripes
Navy Polkadot Blouse: DownEast
Red striped Midi Skirt: Taralynn’s Boutique
Red Bow Heels: JustFab
Outfit #3 Anchors & Stripes
If you haven’t already noticed this red striped Midi skirt makes Fourth of July outfits that much cuter since it resembles the stripes on our flag๐ฑ๐ท
Okay all the heart eyes for this trend! As far as I’m concerned you can just go ahead and embroider everything!
There’s just something so romantically bohemian about blue and white embroidery.
PRO TIP: Trendy Style on a Budget!
This college student loves to save as much money as possible and there are two stores that I always make sure to check out!
Ross and Rue 21!
Here’s the thing, not only will these two stores keep you in the know, but ultimately they will save you money! Remember trends will eventually fade away (unless it’s the infamous chambray shirt) then you’d probably be better off saving as much as you can.
ย Oh and did I mention that my kimono is actually on sale for $9.99 right now?! #YAS
There’s nothing more chic than a daintyย 5 layered necklace! Also, there is nothing more tragic/irritating when they become tangled! You may want to hang these necklaces to avoid the panic of untangling them last minute for your outfit. ( R.I.P to all the necklaces broken due to my impatience)
Ah yes, the maxi dress, a modest girl’s version of yoga pants โค
If you’ve ever tried one of these beauties on a hot summer day they are the most comfortable and relieving articles of clothing EVER!
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That is all for today babes! (Otherwise this post will be extremely long!)
Stay and Pin your fav images to your boards and until next time!
Photography by: Marissa Valdez in Daybreak Utah
Portions of this blog post have been sponsored & all my opinions
remain my own.I am grateful for sponsorships that continue to support
my blogging journey!
Here we go again! The hunt for the PERFECT Easter dress is on! With just less than just 2 weeks you totally know exactly what you are going to wear for Easter right?!
If you answered no to this question I completely understand your pain and am here to give a couple of options! (Affordable options too! I got you girls ๐
If you are anything like the procrastinator I am then this little shopping guide will be just for you! {Be on the lookout for part #2 of this shopping guide!}
COUPON CODES/SALES: 15% OFF by using the code “MODESTLYHOT15” at checkout! It works even on all sale/clearance items!!
Design Aesthetic: Beautiful, watercolor poppy print on a full and well structured pleated midi skirt! Sizing up is recommended!
Behind “The Look”:
This skirt is so well made and screamed to be paired up with rich and expensive looking tones such as a classy mustard! i did not want to take away anything from this gorgeous skirt and because it already has so many vibrant colors, I chose to tone it down with a retro inspired mustard top.
Styling Tips: Go for Classy and add a pop of color with your shoe!
A plain white tee or even a dark navy will take this skirt to the next level of classiness! Very versatile and can work with so many different tops!
Coupon Codes/SALES: 15% OFFย by using the code “MODESTLYHOT15” at checkout!ย It works even on all sale/clearance items!!
Design Aesthetic: Pockets ladies!! It has POCKETS! A super comfortable material with a unique texture that makes it very unique from all my other floral midi skirts. Color palette includes: mustard, yellows, greens, blush pink, & white.
Behind “The Look”:
My thought process behind this look was to let the skirt speak for itself but I added a fun pair of floral JustFab printed wedges to make it spring ready! There is something about this mustard colored top that adds richness to all my skirts! Current Fav!
Coupon Codes/SALES: 15% OFF using code “EASTER15” at checkout!
Design Aesthetic:
If there is a dress that includes all of this season’s trends it is this one! Bell sleeves, midi length, crinkle effect material, and it is super light and airy! Loving the subtle tone of blue and the effortless floral! Simple zipper closure on the back and has minimal stretch.
Behind “The Look”:
This dress honestly needs no bells or whistles! It sits perfectly on the body and can be worn alone with a simple long pendant necklace. I decided to emphasize my waist by adding a cognac belt and the cutest laced up cognac chunky heels!
It’s a no brainer, no iron, out-the-door kinda dress! (The lazy girl in me kinda really likes that ๐
This skirt is for the glamorous girl who loves a dramatic, showstopper skirt! The colors are rich & vibrant, it stretches for an uber comfortable fit and the print is perfect for Easter! It provides alot of movement and is perfect for special occasions/photoshoots!
Behind “The Look”:
I wanted to bring out the hues of royal blue in this skirt by adding a royal blue crop top with a high waisted maxi skirt! My inspiration was “Tribal Princess.” I wanted to add more drama to this skirt by mixing the super feminine floral print with a tribal/native inspired statement necklace.
Well that does it for today ladies!! I hope this post has given you a bit of inspiration for your Easter day outfit! Part #2 is coming soon!! {On my way to shoot more spring looks for you guys! ;)}
See ya soon!
*DISCLAIMER* Thank you for the generosity of all these boutiques for sponsoring this post! Please note that all my opinions are still my own as I only promote companies that comply with ModestlyHotโs core values of faith, fashion and fitness! I am EXTREMELY grateful for all your continued support through out the years and for the amazing opportunities that have come out of it! I truly mean it when I say that all of this could not be made possible without God and you! (Yes, you reading this behind the screen!)
SPECIAL THANKS TO MY AMAZING PHOTOGRAPHER: Marissa for these lovely photographs taken at the Utah State Capitol!
Am I the only one who gets frustrated when I am shopping around for a formal dress and ย everything in the store is either too tight, too low-cut, too short, sleeveless, or has the most obnoxious slit toward the thigh? (seriously who wants to see that?!)
Well let me tell you this girl refuses to settle for a less than spectacular formal dress! I think every girl deserves a dress that meets her modest standards while feeling absolutely confident and glamorous while wearing it! So, without further ado,
Here are my 4 Tips on Dressing Modestly and Glamorously!
Tip #1: Pick a Bold, Rich Color!
Rich colors such as royal blue, purple, rich red, etc. communicates elegance, wealth, sophistication, and intelligence. Even if the dress is of a simple structure, the color choice alone can make it look posh and refined without all the “bling”.
This is a great tip if “bling isn’t your thing”.
However, if you’re like me and love sparkles, glitter, and bling, a sequined or beaded top with a simpler bottom will have the sparkle we desire without being too overbearing!
Tip #2: Life is Easier with Sleeves
Come on, admit it if at some point in your life you have purchased a dress with a “modesty issue” thinking you would fix it and then totally giving up on it! (Don’t worry I’ve totally been there too!)
Here’s a tip, just buy the dress that has sleeves, or is longer, or isn’t as tight.
Avoid the woe and the worry to try and find a jacket that will cover up and match the dress. Most of the time finding a bolero jacket that will match the style of dress is very difficult to find and we all know that wearing a matching colored t-shirt underneath is a no-go either!
So save yourself some heartbreak and buy the dress with sleeves!
This watch is the epitome of sheer elegance! I love that it can look good with a casual outfit as well as a glamorous one! Every girl needs a classic watch for her wardrobe!
Daniel Wellington is offering you ladies 15% OFF this watch by using the code “MODESTLYHOT” at checkout!ย ย Let me know what watch is on your wishlist from their collection!
I also chose a classic fur shawl to give this looks a vintage Hollywood vibe.
Tip #4: RDD
Rent a Designer Dress
Here’s a little hack for all you girls that have a prom, banquet or sweethearts dance coming up….
PSSSSTT… Rent a Dress!
and better yet rent a designer dress! Why Designer?
Here’s the thing, designer dresses are more expensive.
“No duh we knew that!” is probably what you’re thinking.
But hear me out, most designer dresses are more expensive because they have more quality fabric, more fabric equals more coverage.
This Sherri Hill dress has more coverage than your average formal dress, which features cap sleeves, more layers to the bottom chiffon skirt, and even a covering slip underneath!
Originally this dress costs a whooping $400, kinda pricey especially if you are only wearing it once! Luckily for me, I found the Bling it On Dress Rentals! They have the BEST selection for your next formal event and I was shocked to find a substantial amount of modest formal gowns! Overall a great experience!
Lastly, here is a freebie tip just for you guys ๐
TIP #5: You’re never fully dressed without a SMILE!
So go ahead and use those 26 muscles to smile and feel confident in whatever you chose to wear! At the end of the day it’s just clothes and what really makes us shine and stand out is not the dress, hair style , or makeup ย but the person wearing it!
Hope you enjoyed these tips and make sure to save them on your Pinterest boards!!
Until next time,
*DISCLAIMER* Thank you for the generosity of Daniel Wellington and Bling it ON Dress Rentals for sponsoring this post! Please note that all my opinions are still my own as I only promote companies that comply with ModestlyHotโs core values of faith, fashion and fitness! I am EXTREMELY grateful for all your continued support through out the years and for the amazing opportunities that have come out of it! I truly mean it when I say that all of this could not be made possible without God and you! (Yes, you reading this behind the screen!)
Happy Friday! Finals are over and my second fall semester at West Coast Baptist College is officially over and I am beyond excited to be back home in Utah! Looking back from a year ago to my first fall semester God has definitely moved and worked in my heart and I cannot believe how much I have grown since that first semester. This topic deserves a blog post all on its own, but for now I can only express gratitude toward God and my parents for allowing me to attend an institution that still believes in the power of prayer and the Word of God.
During finals week, it is the most stressful time for all of us on campus! Finals week deserves comfy, cute, and no-ironing needed type of dresses! This is why modest swing dresses are the way to go!
I am absolutely obsessed with this black and white modest swing dress from Deela Couture.ย It is so classy and comfy! I paired up this dress with a classic, country chic, horse bit buckle belt with my cognac chunky heels from Target! Of course I could not forget a floppy wool hat from Walmart!ย ย (DIRECT LINK) Probably the cheapest I have seen them ($10) and they carry them in all sorts of colors!
I love that Deela Couture makes all of their clothing with quality and makes sure that every piece is designed to provide comfort and style! I just had to have this dress!!ย
I absolutely LOVE this glamorous dress!! The bold stripes, the maroon colors, and the floral print make it one of my favorites!! It is such a unique dress that it is no wonder that it is a hot selling item!ย
The Chelsea dress is very stretchy and I love the fact that the length is modestly long yet not too long where it hits the awkward length! Sierra Brooke is RIGHT NOW offering 10% OFF any purchase by using the code: “SBFRIENDS” at checkout!ย
Still cannot get enough of my affordable Walmart floppy hat!ย
I hope you guys check out these amazing websites for modest clothing and definitely consider buying one (or two) for you and as gifts for your skirt girls!
What I Wore:
“Chelsea” Maroon Striped Floral Dress: Sierra Brookeย
*DISCLAIMER* Thank you for the generosity of Sierra Brooke & Deela Couture for sponsoring this post! Please note that all my opinions are still my own as I only promote companies that comply with ModestlyHotโs core values of faith, fashion and fitness! I am EXTREMELY grateful for all your continued support through out the years and for the amazing opportunities that have come out of it! I truly mean it when I say that all of this could not be made possible without God and you! (Yes, you reading this behind the screen!)
Those who listen to Christmas music right at the beginning of October (or sooner lol)
And those who just HAVE to wait until after Thanksgiving
……Aaand then theres me who refuses to comply with the norm and listens to Christmas music year round #sorrynotsorry
Needless to say, Thanksgiving break was a much needed time of rest. Even though I was not able to spend Thanksgiving with my family this year; I was grateful to spend Thanksgiving in a church member’s home and had a blast! (Thank you Mr. and Mrs. Hernandez!)
I was still missing my family over the break, but looking at our old photos of past holidays (and a lot of phone calls) really helped me stay connected with them over the holiday break.
Now if you are anything like my family; you probably have that infamous box of old photo prints stashed in a box somewhere in the creepy attic/basement that no one dares to go in because of the hassle. (or in my case the fear of the creepy, icky spiders one might find up there!) ย ๐ฆ
Regardless, it is a sad thing that we do not look at these *priceless gems* more often mainly because all the photographs we have are saved instantly on our mobile devices.
Well that is no longer the case because Google Photos has created a tool, a brand-new app calledย PhotoScanย which allows us to bring these forgotten pictures back to life in very high quality, no glare photographs! Mind you, it is not just a”picture of a picture” cause we are all guilty of doing that, but instead it uses your cell-phone’s built in technology as an image scanner.
All you do is simply touch the four corners of the photograph print you want to save and within seconds you have your timeless photo saved as a digital, high resolution image on your phone FOREVER!
The possibilities are endless!
Bad hair day pictures?
Chubby baby pictures?
“Seeing what your parents really looked like before they had you” pictures?
And of course the classic “what was I thinking?!” pictures! (Now those are fun! ๐
Imagine having all those memories readily available on your phone to share with the world because why not?! Everyone needs a laugh or two at some good ol’ throwback pics ๐
So with the help of Google Photo Scanย here are my throwback holiday pics that I’m probably going to regret posting but YOLO er something like that ๐
E N J O Y !
Exhibit A: Cheesy Polar Bear Green Screen Backgroundย
Exhibit E: The Infamous PowerPuff Girls Pink Puffy Coat
Literally.
This jacket will always be a forever fav!
It had the coolest metallic lining of the PowerPuff Girls inside! Haha!
Exhibit F: The “Mom looks like a Model and then there’s us”Picture
Those 90’s trends are coming back though! #1990—–>#2016
Exhibit G: Karate Kid Careerย
Yes, contrary to popular belief I used to be a total tomboy (still am at <3)!
Didn’t really like dresses,the color pink, or glitter!
<<<<<FAST FORWARD 13 years>>>>>>
I hope you guys have enjoyed looking through some of my holiday throwback pics!
Special thanks to Google PhotoScanย ย for arranging this super fun and meaningful collaboration! You guys totally need to check out their app and share with me your throwback memories!
Happy Holidays!
*DISCLAIMER* Thank you for the generosity of Google PhotoScan for sponsoring this post! Please note that all my opinions are still my own as I only promote companies that comply with ModestlyHotโs core values of faith, fashion and fitness! I am EXTREMELY grateful for all your continued support through out the years and for the amazing opportunities that have come out of it! I truly mean it when I say that all of this could not be made possible without God and you! (Yes, you reading this behind the screen!)
There’s a reason why we college students love Fridays so much *ahem* #icecreamfridays!
However, all that richness and creaminess does not come cheap when it comes to calories. If you are a fellow ice cream enthusiast as myself and refuse to give up your frozen treats, I have AMAZING NEWS there is an alternative, healthier option that will have you indulging without the guilt!
There’s a funny story behind receiving my Arctic Zero yummy package! I was on my way to chapel service and as I walked through the receptionist’s office I noticed a huge box that was labeled with Arctic Zero branding all over it. Immediately I knew it was for me and was a bit too excited for being 10 a.m.! ย I signed for it and made my way to church with this giant UPS box! However, I had completely forgotten that because of the safety precautions I could not enter the main auditorium with my package (I was already coming up with ideas for this blog post!) Needless to say I was stopped by the security guard and long story short my box full of goodies had to be taken in to be inspected! LOL
It didn’t really help that the box was full of dry ice and subtle smoke was coming out of it! XD Thankfully, my reputation was redeemed when the guard opened it up and found nothing hazardous!
Here are some first impression quick video clips of how it all came wrapped up! The packaging though guys!! Super Impressed!
I’m sorry did you say 35 calories per serving?!
SIGN ME UP!
I was able to try all their new flavors and by far my favorite was the Poppin’ Pomegranate!
35 calories, 0 grams of fat, 5 grams of sugar, and a whole lot of yummy! I prefer the more “fruity” types of ice cream and this pint was a little tart, a little sweet and tasted the best in my opinion!
I can totally see this ice cream as an aide to help lose weight, especially for those late night cravings! Go ahead and indulge without the guilt. I did notice that you may need to leave it out longer to thaw out since it is a more solid form of ice cream. But it’s totally worth it!
Good things come to those that wait ๐ย
I had my friends come along on this shoot with me and dress up as the 50’s! We had a blast shooting at Rocket Fizz, a retro soda pop and candy store in Lancaster! Thank you for allowing us to take over your store for an hour to shoot! Y’all are the sweetest! @Rocketfizzlancasterย
How darling is this watermelon print dress?!
ย Final Thoughts?
Honestly still mind blown over here that I can freely indulge in my favorite sweets without the extra calories, fat, and sugar! I’ve tasted some low-fat ice creams that just didn’t make the cut, but Arctic Zero has made healthy eating delicious and satisfying!
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*DISCLAIMER* Thank you for the generosity of Arctic Zero for sponsoring this photoshoot and post! Please note that all my opinions are still my own as I only promote companies that comply with ModestlyHot’s core values of faith, fashion and fitness! I am EXTREMELY grateful for all your continued support through out the years and for the amazing opportunities that have come out of it! I truly mean it when I say that all of this could not be made possible without God and you! (Yes, you reading this behind the screen!)
What can I say? It has been awhile and you guys have just been so awesome and understanding through my college transition yet again!
The good thing is that I am finally all settled in and midterm examinations are over! (Can I get an amen to that?!)
Exciting NEWS!! I have been a huge fan of DownEast Basics for years and they recently contacted me to help them celebrate their 25 year anniversary! #25yearsofdowneast
DownEast holds a special place in my heart because they took a chance on me when I first started blogging and gave me that extra boost of encouragement that every blogger needs when they first start out. I am thrilled to see how God has blessed their company and how far they have come!
Reason #2 why I love DownEast is because they started from humble beginnings in my home state, Utah!
P.S. Every skirt girl needs to make a trip down to Utah “aka” modest shopping heaven!ย
I absolutely love the fit on this dress, the perfect fit and flare! It is very difficult to find fit and flare dresses that actually are long enough (40″length size small)!
Since fall is my utmost favoritest (yes I realize that is not proper English grammar ๐ ), season of all, I had to do a fall themed carnival photoshoot.
It was quite comical pretending to shoot fall outfits when the temperatures were in the 70’s! #californiaweather
Accessories can instantly transition any outfit from season to season, so for that reason I chose my horse bit buckle belt, cognac riding boots, and a vintage inspired bucket style bag!
That lace detailing though!!
Most bloggers hold extravagant floral arrangements, I as a broke college student hold a baby tumbleweed I found on the side of the road ๐ย
Despite the lack of the color green out here, the desert does have a beauty of its own especially those amazing sunsets and sunrises!
Oh! Before I forget in celebration for their 25 year anniversaryย ย DownEastย is having a HUGE Anniversary SALE on different items every single day! DON’T MISS OUT! They are already pretty affordable and add a nice 25% OFF on top of that?! Yes please!
As always all the outfit details and links about this blog post will be neatly listed below for your convenience ๐
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Happy Friday!! I am checking in with you guys from Park City, attending the Hello Live Conference from the giveaway I won in July! I am beyond grateful for the amazing influential people I’ve met so far! (*pictures coming soon!)
As Disney style week comes to a close I have been so impressed with all the creativity of everyone’s posts! (To see all the cute and modest Disney inspired posts check out the hashtag #modestdisneybound and #disneystylechallenge!
Today’s post will be featuring a Minnie Mouse inspired outfit from an adorable retro polkadot dress I received from the Classy Loft!
Minnie Mouse is probably the easiest of all Disney characters to recreate!
I layered a white shirt from Ross that you guys have been asking me where I have been getting these plain, solid colored, scoop style shirts! Literally, these shirts are the perfect basics for any skirt! They are in the one size section ย and are fitted! Perfect for my infamous poofy skirts!
I adore the cut and style of this dress! So light but has a structured and defined waistline!
Classy Loft also sells cute and comfy modest clothing at affordable prices!!
I will be featuring more of their adorable clothing in the following weeks to come!
I have the cutest story to tell! As me and my good friend and photographer Trish were just about to wrap up our photoshoot, this little girl named came running up and screamed, “Minnie! Minnie! Oh I love Minnie mouse!!” LOL Needless to say, It made my day!
Oh I almost forgot to include that if you like this dress you can have a chance to win a dress courtesy of The Classy Loft! Head on over to my Instagram to find out how to enter!
Alright lovellies! next time you will be hearing from me will be from Bible college in California!
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