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snowed in at our new home🤍🌨️
had fun playing dress up & celebrating my bday with some of my favorite people. 🍸✨ will be reliving this night until further notice!
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FALL FAVORITES WITH SOUTHERN SHIRT COMPANY

Carlyle Thornton November 3, 2018

This Fall I partnered up with Southern Shirt Company to show you a few of my favorite pieces and how I style them…

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In Fashion Tags Southern Shirt Company, Fall Fashion, Fall Favorites, Fashion, My Style
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WHAT TO WEAR WITH BLACK LEGGINGS + 6 STYLE TIPS

Carlyle Thornton October 29, 2018

I know we all practically live in our leggings during the fall and the winter because they are so much more comfortable than pants. Finding a top that’s long enough to wear with them is the real struggle. So today let’s talk ALL about leggings, how to style them and what to wear with them…

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In Fashion Tags Fashion, Fall Fashion, Winter Fashion, Leggings, How To Wear
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FALL DENIM GUIDE

Carlyle Thornton October 11, 2018

Hello sweet friends! I hope everyone is having a fabulous week. Only one more day until FRI-YAY!! Today I thought it would be fun to share all of my current favorite denim for Fall…

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In Fashion, Shopping Guide Tags Fall Favorites, Fall Fashion, Fashion
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NOW TRENDING: COLOR BLOCK EVERYTHING

Carlyle Thornton September 24, 2018

Let’s talk colorblock! I first starting noticing this trend EVERYWHERE during the summer. As it turns out, it has even carried over into fall. It makes me so happy to see some of my favorite brands creating these fun pieces…

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In Fashion Tags Fall Fashion, Colorblocking, Fashion, Trends
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INSTAGRAM ROUND-UP & LIFE UPDATES

Carlyle Thornton September 24, 2018

I just realized I hadn’t done an Instagram round-up in so long! Here I’m sharing some recent posts and a few life updates…

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In Fashion Tags Fall Fashion, Fashion, Instagram, Roundup, Life Updates
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FALL MUST-HAVE: OVER THE KNEE BOOTS (OTK)

Carlyle Thornton September 19, 2018

Today I wanted to talk about another fall favorite and a must-have for the upcoming season. Over the knee boots are a staple in my wardrobe during both the fall and the winter. I’ve rounded up all my current favorites and a few of them are even on sale…

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In Fashion, My Style Tags Fashion, Over The Knee Boots, Fall, Fall Favorites, Fall Fashion
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FALL FAVES UNDER $50

Carlyle Thornton September 10, 2018

For today’s blog post I’m sharing a few of my current fall favorites under $50! So many perfect budget-friendly pieces that I either own or have been eyeing for fall…

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In Fashion, Shopping Guide Tags Fashion, Inspiration, My Style, Fall
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TRANSITIONING YOUR WARDROBE FROM SUMMER TO FALL

Carlyle Thornton September 4, 2018

As the seasons begin to change, so do our outfits. Preparing to go from hot to cool weather doesn't have to be stressful or expensive. Over the years I've found some tips and tricks that make this seasonal shift a whole lot easier…

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In My Style, Fashion Tags Fashion, Wardrobe, Summer, Fall, Tips and Tricks, Seasonal, Cardigan
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2018 LABOR DAY WEEKEND SALES

Carlyle Thornton September 2, 2018

Labor Day weekend is finally here and I'm celebrating by shopping some sales! I'm using all these great deals as an excuse to stock up on items for next season..

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In My Style, Fashion, Inspiration, Sale Tags Labor Day, Sale, Sales, Weekend Sales, Sale Roundup, Inspiration
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CURRENT OBSESSION: JUMPSUITS

Carlyle Thornton August 14, 2018

A little Tuesday inspo for you my lovies! I've come to the conclusion that one can never own too many jumpsuits. Seriously though, my closet is filled with these fun pieces right now. Let me tell you why…

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In Fashion, My Style, Inspiration Tags Inspiration, Fashion, Jumpsuits, Obsession, Trends, My Style, Style Diary
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WORKWEAR WEDNESDAY INSTAGRAM ROUND-UP | JULY 2018

Carlyle Thornton August 1, 2018

Instagram round-up of all my “Workwear Wednesday” posts for the month of July!

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In Fashion Tags Work, Workwear, Fashion, Outfits, Instagram, Round-Up
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FESTIVAL INSPIRED FASHION + HAIR LOOK BOOK

Carlyle Thornton July 15, 2018

Inspired by music festival season and Sloss Fest taking place in Birmingham this weekend, I'm sharing 3 fun festival inspired looks that every girl should be rocking this year…

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In Beauty, Fashion, Inspiration Tags Hair, Hairstyles, Festival, Music Festival, Festival Season, Boho, Bohemian, Beauty
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WORKWEAR WEDNESDAY INSTAGRAM ROUND-UP | JUNE 2018

Carlyle Thornton June 27, 2018

Instagram round-up of all my “Workwear Wednesday” posts for the month of June!

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In Fashion Tags Fashion, Work, Workwear, Instagram, Round-Up
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STYLE DIARY | 4 LOOKS STYLED BY SOUTH MOON UNDER

Carlyle Thornton May 8, 2018

In honor of the grand opening of South Moon Under at the Summit, I wanted to create a style diary for you all. I'm so excited that this store has decided to open up their first Alabama location at my favorite shopping center in Birmingham! Over the next few weeks I’ll be sharing my favorite SMU styled looks…

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In Fashion Tags Style Diary, My Style, Style, Fashion
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SPRING SHOE ROUNDUP

Carlyle Thornton April 18, 2018

A little bit of inspiration for you this Wednesday. I've rounded up 15 pairs of my current favorite shoes for Spring! These all range in prices and are perfect neutral tones that you will be able to wear with just about anything…

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In My Style, Fashion, Shopping Guide Tags Spring Shoes, Spring, Shoes, Summer, Fashion, Style
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NEW-IN: INSTAGRAM STORIES (SPRING) TRY-ON

Carlyle Thornton March 22, 2018

Just in case you aren't on Instagram or missed my recent Instagram stories try-on sesh, I wanted to share my first spring outfit roundup over here on the blog for you guys...

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In Fashion Tags Try-On, Fashion, Outfits, Spring
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CARDIGANS | THE PERFECT PIECE FOR LAYERING

Carlyle Thornton February 12, 2018

While browsing the web I stumbled upon this gray beauty and naturally had to snag this gorgeous piece. I never pass up a good cardigan. Why you may ask? Because they can be worn year round of course! Cardigans are a go-to staple in my wardrobe because they are perfect for layering...

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In Fashion, My Style Tags Fashion, Cardigans, Staples, Fall, Winter, Spring
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VALENTINE'S DAY 2018 | OUTFIT IDEAS

Carlyle Thornton February 1, 2018

It's finally February and that means it's time to start prepping for Valentine's Day! Whether you're celebrating with your loved one or your girl friends, you'll want to dress for the occasion. Valentine's day has really made its presence known in my wardrobe this year. Lately, I have been wearing lots of blush, red and pale pinks...

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In Fashion Tags Fashion, Valentine's Day, My Style
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WOMEN'S WATCHES | HOW TO SHOP FOR UNIQUE TIMEPIECES THIS VALENTINE'S DAY

Carlyle Thornton January 18, 2018

Let’s just take a moment and talk about JORD Wood Watches. When this beauty came in the mail I was at a loss! The second I opened up the package and saw that wooden box I knew I was in for a treat. Why you ask? Because I’m a big believer that the smallest details can truly make the biggest difference...

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In My Style, Fashion Tags Watches, JORD, Valentine's Day, Fashion
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BEST BOOTIES | FOR EVERY BUDGET

Carlyle Thornton January 3, 2018

The best staple for fall and winter you ask? Booties of course! I think that every girl needs at least one (OK let's be real, a few) pairs of cute and durable booties in their wardrobe- Hence the word DURABLE. Over the past month I have been trying out booties from a variety of different stores, ranging in prices...

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In Fashion, My Style Tags Fashion, Fall, Winter, Booties, Boots, H, Holidays
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Carlyle Thornton is a fashion + lifestyle blogger born & raised in Birmingham, Alabama. She created this blog in the fall of 2017 as a creative outlet to share with you all things that inspire her. Her goal is to help others cut a few corners and to simply make life easier by sharing the latest trends, great products, home decor inspo, travel guides, life-hacks & more!

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snowed in at our new home🤍🌨️
had fun playing dress up & celebrating my bday with some of my favorite people. 🍸✨ will be reliving this night until further notice!
breakfast in bed delivered by my boys🫶🏽!! coming downstairs to flowers, tiny hands & baby giggles. I’m living the life I’ve always prayed for! Thirty brought me the sweetest gift of all. TYJ! Here’s to 31🥹🎈🎂
One last Christmas dump !!! This long weekend was pure MAGIC💫 Our baby turned 4 months (swipe to the end) & yes, we documented every moment! He’s starting to cut his first teeth, hands in mouth at all times, drooling all over the place &am
Merry Christmas from the Frawleys♥️🎄🌟 

“But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. “Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is th
the holidays with a baby sure has been something special🤍 only one more sleep ‘til santa comes!🎅🏼
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