In-Laws In Town

This weekend we had my in-laws up to visit. The past couple times they've been in the Metroplex they've split their time between Azle (where the other Joneses are) & Dallas. This time we got them all to ourselves.

Saturday morning we took them to tour the SMU Law School, since they had never been on campus before. They were thoroughly impressed with the law school & campus in general.

It just so happened that SMU was having a tailgate, & nothing beats free food & beer. This was Chris's last tailgate as an SMU student. The next one we attend (if we go) he will be alumni. Awesome awesome awesome!

SMU's tailgates are slightly dressier thank Oklahoma State's. Slightly... So I opted for a dressier version of the tailgating uniform, jeans & a sweater.

Fur trimmed cape::: Jade (purchased from M Elly's Amarillo)

Black tissue turtleneck::: J Crew

Gwenyvere Stretch Straight Leg Jeans::: 7 for All Mankind

Booties::: Juju (the brand, not the mother)

Saturday evening the Joneses treated us to a super delicious supper at Hector's on Henderson. It's definitely our go-to place for a nice supper. The last time we took the Joneses to Hector's we had Carter & Beckett with us. Needless to say they did not get to enjoy their meal as much as they would have liked. This time they were able to drink wine, enjoy Hector's fabulous singing skills & munch on some delicious food.

Red Leopard Romper::: Forever 21

Black tights:: Spanx

Black Peep Toe Pumps::: Christian Louboutin

&&& I love my husband because he graduates from SMU law school in exactly 172 days.

Oh Christmas Tree.

Since we have company coming into town this weekend I've been determined to get my Christmas tree up ASAP. Chris was dragging his feet saying, "You know it's too early, Shan. Just wait until after Thanksgiving." I assumed he was saying this because he didn't want to dig out the Christmas decor from our patio closet.

To my surprise I came home from work on Monday to a spotless house & our Christmas tree up. I have the best husband.ever.

&&& I love my husband because he is so thoughtful. On top of putting up the Christmas tree he purchased 2 new remotes for us. (since Oxford ate the last 5)

Oooh Baby!

Our Panhandle weekend was a success. I got to see my mom & Codi Saturday morning, shop all afternoon with my mother in law, cook out with the Joneses (while watching OSU stomp UT. GO POKES!) & attend my sister in law's baby shower.


While Ellen & I were out shopping on Saturday we went to Et Cetera, a great gift store in Amarillo. We were on the hunt for a sweet outfit for Liz to bring the baby home from the hospital in, but I get easily side tracked. When I saw the entire room full of Mackenzie Childs dishes I immediately knew what I wanted to ask for for Christmas.

It would complete my red & black kitchen. Plus I am in desperate need of pretty, casual tumblers. We might have broken all but 3 of the ones we received as wedding gifts. (& we started out with 16... oops)

Liz's shower was a huge success. She had a phenomenal turn out & received pink, pink & more pink. She is feeling better & very anxious for her little girl to get here. I'm hoping she will decide to make an appearance over Thanksgiving so that we can be there!

Cream Turtleneck:: BP, Nordstrom

Argyle Dress::: BB Dakots (purchased at The Rack in Canyon)

Black Tights::: Spanx

Necklaces::: Various strands of pearls-- Basically any/all I own.

Booties::: Juju

&&& I love my husband because he drove the whole way to Amarillo & back.

Let it Snow!!

When I woke up this morning I had a text picture from Dr. D:

It snowed in Amarillo... And this 75 degree weather in November just isn't cutting it. I miss waking up & the ground being covered in a light snow. I miss bundling up before heading out of the house. I miss Amarillo... a lot.

I am wishing/hoping/praying for the cold weather to continue while we are in town. Partly because I've got this super cute new faux fur coat to wear. &&& I love my husband because he is officially finished with 1 of his finals for this semester. Education Law... YOU'RE DONE! He turned in his final around noon today, so we are in desperate need of a fun weekend.

Baby Shower

Chris's sister, Liz, is having her baby shower this Saturday. After having 2 nephews I am super excited to finally have a little niece. The best part? Being able to buy adorable little girl clothes. Ahhhh I can't wait to have a daughter of my own someday.So I went to Swoozies thinking they'd have the perfect gift. Jackpot! I got these super cute bloomers & matching booties.

My next dilemma? What to wear to the actual shower. I've been to very, very few baby showers, so I'm not quite certain which way to go. At first I thought this cute little dress from The Rack would be perfect since we will go straight from church to the shower.

But then I had a vision of a chic all black ensemble with leopard booties. I found these Jessica Simpsons at Dillards. So now I'm going to hunt through Juju & Codi's closets with hopes of finding a church appropriate black dress to wear with them.

On a side note, Saturday evening Liz got very sick. When she wasn't feeling any better Sunday morning David & Ellen took her to the hospital. Long story short::: She was having contractions & was already dilated to a 2. They gave her medicine to stop the contractions, but she will be on bed rest for the next 3 weeks. She, Eric & baby are constantly in my thoughts & prayers.

&&& I love my husband because he loves his family so much. He was so so so worried when he heard about Liz.

Girl Meets Gown.

Or in our cause "Girl was introduced to gowns, but isn't quite sure she found the right one, yet so we are definitely going to need another wedding dress shopping trip soon. Vegas?"

Ash, her mom Debbie & her sister Brandi came to Dallas this weekend to shop for Ashlee's perfect dress. Welp, she didn't find her perfect dress, but we had fun in the process. She went to Stardust (the shop for TLC's Girl Meets Gown) & loved the experience. She went to Lulus, a bridal shop in uptown, & hated the experience. She also went to Bridal Boutique Lewisville & was indifferent.

So the search is still on... She wants something with bling, flowers, not a sweetheart neckline & fit & flare. We're thinking that Priscilla of Boston's Melissa Sweet collection might be just what she's searching for. I got my dress at POB & fell in love with many, many dresses in their collection. They are such couture wedding gowns.

We did manage to get in some shopping this weekend. I found this adorable Betsey Johnson leopard cape, but decided to go home & think about it before I purchased. After thinking for 48 hours, I'm pretty sure this cape is meant to be mine.&&& I love my husband because I came home on Saturday night to a clean apartment. Dishes were done & everything. He knows the key to my heart is a clean home.

Fall Finds

This cooler weather has made shopping for fall clothes so much fun. I love when the seasons change & it's time for new items in my wardrobe.

I'm loving the Trouve items at Nordstrom's. They are basic, comfortable pieces at an affordable price. I got this grey sweater & another black tunic/dress.

Old Navy coats are the best. I bought a beautiful green pea coat from there several years ago & I love love love it. They had this one in several colors, but I had to go with the orange. Added bonus::: This one was a whoppin' $29.99

Spanx makes tights? Please & Thanks. These were a little pricey at $28, but as much as I wear tights they were worth the price.

Vince Camuto "Misty" heels. Not the most comfortable shoes in the world, but they were too cute to pass up. I got these at Dillards (Northpark Dillards has an awesome shoe department) in nude. I've been wanting a pair of nude heels, so these were just perfection.

&&& I love my husband because he described my grey Trouve sweater as a "blanket sweater." He has no clue about women's fashion.

All of what Dallas has to offer!

I've been looking forward to this weekend for so long. It was so much fun crammed into on weekend, just the way I like it. Plus, it gave me several fun occasions to dress up for.

Friday night we went to Hacienda on Henderson to eat some Mexican food. Chris still doesn't care for the food, but the atmosphere (& the fact that we can walk there) lures him in everytime.

Black Lave Short Sleeved Turtleneck::: Express

White Cami::: Forever 21

Straight Legged Joey Jeans::: True Religion

Booties::: Juju

Speedy 30::: Louis Vuittion

Square Framed Sunglasses::: Chanel

Saturday we went to the Dallas Symphony. For Halloween they were showing the movie Psycho accompanied by the orchestra. It was so cool. Chris & I had never seen Psycho before, so we were shocked at the ending. We are itching to go back to the symphony. I'm thinkin the Christmas Pops Concert is in our near future.

Black Bell Sleeved Tunic::: Forever 21

Printed Tights::: Target

Booties::: Juju

Square Framed Sunglasses::: Chanel

Sunday we headed to The Deathstar to watch the Cowboys get stopmped by Jacksonville. Never-the-less it was a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon. I love watching football, so seeing the Cowboys live was absolutely great

Dallas Cowboys Scoop Neck Tee::: Victorias Secret

Straight Legged Jeans::: American Eagle

Hot Pink Toms::: Exclusively available at Neiman Marcus

Aviator Sunglasses::: Forever 21

&&& I love my husband because he took me to do all of these fun things!