Fall, Football, and Fashion

July 1, 2012 was a monumental day in the life of every single Texas A&M student, past and present. For you girls out there scratching your heads, this was the day Texas A&M joined the SEC! The move from the Big 12 to the SEC not only lead to drastic changes in sports, but also to BIG changes in girls' game day attire. It was once completely normal to wear denim shorts, your favorite Aggie t-shirt, and your boots to games. Now EVERYWHERE you turn you see game day dresses, sundresses, skirts, lace shorts, and boots as far as the eye can see!

Give me two seconds to go stereotypical over-analytical girl mode on you. I love game day dresses. I think they are breezy during hot middle of the afternoon games. I think they show school spirit, in a fashion-forward and sweet way.  I think they are adorable, especially in those pictures every girl loves to take, "OMG! Make sure you tag me in that!!" You can disagree all day with what I am about to say, but I'd rather not have giant words across my chest. I truly believe that you can show your school spirit in a trendy, classy, and practical way in a dress or skirt/blouse combo of your school colors without "Gig 'em Aggies" or "Texas A&M" plastered all over you. Also, on a completely practical note, I'd rather spend money on an outfit that I can wear out to dinner, to work, to church, etc., not just to a football game. 

With that off my chest, I'd love to show you some of my favorite game day options! All of these are from an online store that I am crazy about, Yours Truly Clothing! We all know that maroon dresses sell faster in College Station than Tory Burch flats in a thrift store. After many failed attempts of buying game day dresses in the almost boutique-less land of College Station, I learned that online shopping was my best bet. 

1. Megan Dress - in garnet (first dress above with white)

2. Lindsay Dress - in garnet

3. Frances Dress - in garnet

4. Sarah Dress - in garnet

As all southern women know, no outfit is complete without accessories. Here are some of my favorites that I think would look awesome with any of these dresses

1. Dawson Necklace - in Garnet 

2. Hayes Necklace - in white

3. Whitney Necklace - in black

1. Mae Earrings - in white

2. Sophie Earrings - in black

Don't forget your boots and your favorite pair of sunglasses and you are ready for some fightin' Texas Aggie football!

All of these items are from the store Yours Truly Clothing. It is run by some really sweet women, you can read about their fun story here! 

I am the campus representative for YT Clothing at Texas A&M. You can like my page on Facebook here! Also check out our Instagram @YTClothing_TexasAM and Twitter @YTClothingTexasAM

Birthday Wish List

*warning: painfully awkward childhood picture at end of post*

My senior year of high school I started working at J. Crew. What started out as just a holiday job turned into a passion of mine. I nerd-out when it comes to fashion, J.Crew in particular. I am in the business school at Texas A&M but my major is currently up in the air. I have contemplated majoring in supply chain management and getting a certificate in retailing. To get to the point, I love retail, I love shopping, so expect some posts about both.

My 20th birthday is just around the corner so that means it is time for my annual birthday wish list! (Mother...take note) Check it out below and scroll down for links to each time!

1. Anthropologie "Hou Hou Dinner Plate" here

2. Kendra Scott Danielle Earrings in Abalone Shell

3. J. Crew Factory Blythe Blouse in kelly green

4. OPI Nail Polish- pinkish color, greenish color, beige

5. Chi Omega Texas Shorts here

6. Handpainted Folk Owl Mug here

7. Home Sweet Home Cat Print from Etsy

8. Kate Spade Pueblo Tiles iPhone 5 case

9. Kate Spade "Eat Cake for Breakfast" mug

10. J. Crew Cece Leather Ballet Flats in turquoise

In honor of throwback Thursday, and starting a new decade here is a throwback to what was probably on my birthday wish list at age 10! 

and now for the awkward picture of me at age 10. Don't feel bad if you cringe.

Note: I am holding my pet cactus, Kylie Bobina... more on that later. Also, when I showed my mom this picture she reacted, "..what is that?!?" Ouch.

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