Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and although I don’t have any plans yet, I still thought it would be super fun to put together a few outfit ideas for my girls! I love everything girly and pink, so creating these looks was truly so much fun…
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NEW YORK FASHION WEEK 2021: OUTFIT RECAP
Another incredible New York Fashion Week experience has come and gone. When the pandemic hit last year, New York was pretty much closed and fashion week was cancelled. I had attended NYFW the year prior in 2019 and it was truly one of the most incredible experiences of my life. That’s why this year, I wasn’t initially planning on attending but I’m so glad I ended up going last minute…
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BEST OF 2020 EDIT // YOUR FAVORITE TOP SELLERS
Overall this was such a huge year for Carlyle Thornton Blog and I just wanted to take a moment to thank you all again for supporting this small business of mine over the past few years. I truly couldn’t do this without each and every one of you. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your day and always showing up for me! I don’t know what I did to deserve this community but I am forever grateful for my growing relationship with y’all! I have big plans for this space in 2021 and can’t wait to take on the new year together…
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MY FAVORITE LEGGINGS OF ALL TIME
I had to dedicate an entire blog post to talk about my favorite leggings of all time, because they are just THAT GOOD. Spanx faux leather leggings are by far the #1 most worn item in my wardrobe during the fall and winter season. My favorite thing about these leggings is how versatile they are…
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MINI TARGET CLOTHING HAUL
I ran by Target earlier this week and naturally purchased more than I intended, who else can’t help themselves in Target?! They have so many great, affordable pieces right now and wanted to share a few clothing items that I brought home with me…
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3 PAIRS OF DENIM YOU NEED THIS FALL
Finding the perfect pair of denim that hits all the marks is no easy feat. Trust me, I personally struggle finding a great pair of jeans, so when I do I feel obligated to share. I recently ran across a line of denim called the “curve love high rise mom jeans” and they are by far the best I’ve tried on in a while…
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THE PERFECT FALL TRANSITIONAL LOOK FROM THE #NSALE
Hey babes!!! The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale goes live to the public THIS Wednesday! Today I wanted to share one of my favorite looks from the #NSALE! I love a good chunky knit paired with denim shorts and this one is no exception…
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CARLYLE AND MADISON COLLECTION WITH SWAG
I’ve always known that one day Madison & I would create a bestie collection. I just can’t believe it’s finally here!! We’re so excited to be teaming up with The SWAG Store to create our very own mini design line for you guys! Using SWAGs new ‘Print Bar’ you can pick the type of shirt you want along with one of the custom designs we’ve created…
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NORDSTROM ANNIVERSARY SALE 2020 | EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
It’s almost that time again, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is quickly approaching! If you’re not familiar with the N-Sale don’t worry, I’m here to help! This post will break everything down for you, give you the inside scoop and help educate you on what all you can expect from me this year during the sale…
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SUMMER HAIRSTYLE LOOK BOOK
Check out this styled summer hairstyle look book filled with tons of inspiration for fun braids, buns, beach waves & more…
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4TH OF JULY SALES 2020
One of my favorite weekends for shopping is FINALLY here and I couldn’t be more excited! 4th of July weekend sales are in full-swing & there are so many great deals happening right now…
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4TH OF JULY INSPIRED AMAZON PRIME TRY-ON SESSION
Hey girls! I can’t believe the 4th of July is only a week away - Say what?! As we’re gearing up for all the festivities I felt it would be helpful for me to share an outfit round-up for the occasion. I’ve recently found SO many great pieces on Amazon Prime (meaning fast, free, two day shipping + affordable prices)…
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THANKSGIVING OUTFIT IDEAS
When it comes to finding the perfect Thanksgiving outfit, I always try to keep a few things in mind– I want to look cute, be cozy, and, of course, be comfortable enough to eat all the stuffing and pie my little heart desires…
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20 FALL WEDDING GUEST DRESS IDEAS
October is finally here, YAY! Fall is by far one of my favorite times of the year and with the cooler weather, it is also a very popular time for weddings. With the weather changing, in addition to the color schemes, I think it’s the perfect time to update your wardrobe with a new piece…
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NEW YORK FASHION WEEK 2019 | WHAT I WORE + TIPS FOR ATTENDING
I recently returned from my very first New York Fashion Week and WOAH what a whirlwind it was! I never in a million years dreamt that I would even come close to attending NYFW. It was such a surreal experience that I will be forever thankful for and I seriously can’t wait until next year! I’ve had a bunch of questions come in about the trip and I thought it would be helpful to share a few tips that I wish I would have known prior to attending…
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VICTORIA EMERSON LABOR DAY SALE
The Victoria Emerson labor day sale is in full swing and you guys don’t want to miss this one! I’ve been so obsessed with these bracelets and for good reason. I’ve seriously gotten so many compliments on mine, they are stunning!
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AMAZON FASHION HAUL JUNE + JULY 2019
Just wanted to share a recap of my June + July amazon fashion try-on session! I’ve linked each item below the correlating image. I’m wearing a size small in all of these + they are all prime eligible (fast, free, 2-day shipping)…
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13 UNEXPECTED ITEMS YOU NEED FROM THE #NSALE
I thought it would be fun and helpful to do a quick roundup of unexpected items that you should grab now while they’re on sale! I know the #NSale is a great time to stock up on fall clothing items, but it’s also the perfect time to stock up on all the essentials!! These are all items I know I’ll absolutely get my money’s worth from and will be using ALL THE TIME…
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WHAT I PURCHASED FROM THE #NSALE 2019: CLOTHES, SHOES + ACCESSORIES
I can’t believe that the #NSALE is here once again!! Public access just opened today, meaning everyone can finally shop the sale. If you’re looking for outfit styling inspiration and suggestions on what to purchase, you’ve come to the right place…
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#NSALE 2019 EARLY ACCESS TOP PICKS!
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale has officially started for cardholders! During this sale, brand new fall merchandise is marked down to really low prices - it's the perfect opportunity to buy any big-ticket items you've been eyeing, or even your entire fall and winter wardrobe. I’m sharing what I ordered today during early access…
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