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Derby!

Hi ladies! I know I know, I have been completely MIA but girlfrand been BUSY!
I promise a family feud update asap, but I am waiting on some pics from the production people. 
In other recent news, this past weekend I went to Derby with my great friends Ashley, Scott and Billy!

The weather was GORGEOUS, and we had way too much. But what else is new, really.

I opted for a hat because I never get to wear one, but I loved both Ashley and Ellen’s fascinators. I just feel like a fascinator is normal for me, I mean let’s get serious, I wear headbands that big on the reg. HA 😉
{sidenote, can we discuss how cute Ashley and Scott are?? I will be in their wedding in THREE weeks!}
So my dress was Rachel Roy, from Macy’s. And the shoes were something like LuLu Townsend I think. I was skeptic about the hot pink at first, but I loved it! And I am straight up obsessed with the shoes. LOVE. And I swear they are comfy.

This mayyyyy or may not have been part of my inspiration. IONO kids… 😉

You know who else was lookin’ super fly? Big sissy. I mean stop it Jo, just stop being so hot. 😉

I also really wanted to see this girl, but I didn’t get to. Bogus. Lindsey, I was totally on the lookout for you, I would have had her take a pic for ya!

If you haven’t been to the Derby, it totes needs to be on your bucket list.

xoxo

Family Feud update tomorrow. I pwomise.

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  1. JMB says:

    I LOVED your outfit, you looked gorgeous, per usual. And if going sans cow flesh makes you have calves like Currie…then sign me up. So glad you went to the Derb. It's on my BL. xoxo

  2. I was thinking about you while I watched the Derby this weekend! I was like…PLL is there! My fiancee was confused. Cannot wait to hear about your FF update!

    xx
    L

  3. Steph says:

    Your outfit is perfect! It is definitely on my bucket list to go to the Derby someday. It looks like a blast!

  4. Loved your outfit and the girls' fascinators! I didn't do anything for the Derby 🙁 I watched the race and picked the winning horse, but sadly I didn't bet any money 🙁

    I have a pair of those black shoes, except I got them at Target a few years ago!

  5. Raquel says:

    I love your outfit!! You look PERFECT!

  6. Lyndse says:

    Girl, you are rocking that dress. LOVE it…very Carrie, per usual. I must go to the Derby one of these days, if for anything…just to wear a big hat.

  7. Caroline says:

    You look gorgeous! Love the pics!

  8. LOVE the hot pink dress – the whole outfit is awesome:) Looks like you guys had a great time!

  9. Tricia says:

    Looks like such fun! I would love to go at least once. And yes you had to wear a hat, and you picked a gorgeous one.

  10. Jenna says:

    You looked amazing! Love the black and pink! I am about to die to hear about Family Feud!!!! Have a great day girl!

  11. Michelle P says:

    Looks like a great time!

  12. Annabelle says:

    You totally ROCKED that hat and the outfit! Wait a minute, you rock anything you wear! I've been quite curious about the FF deal! Can't wait to hear all about it!

  13. Ahhh I loved loved loved your dress/shoes/hat! I was thinking man, that pink and black dress looks really familiar and I was TOTALLY thinking of Carrie's look that you showed, too funny! Glad you had a great time, I'd love to go to the Derby one day! xoxo

  14. Love Love Love Your Outfit! Those shoes are definitely going to be on my birthday wish list. XOXO

  15. You are BEYOND gorg!!! LOVED your outfit when yu posted on instagram! Thanks for sharing where we can buy and copy you!! 🙂 haha

  16. Katie says:

    You rocked that whole outfit. That dress I love. Gorg. what else is new ughh I hate you bye

    ahaha jk

  17. caitlin says:

    seriously in love with your dress!

  18. Amanda says:

    LOVE your dress! Too cute!

  19. Lindsey says:

    ugh, my girl!!! Totally jealous and if you would have got a pic, I would have peed my pants.

    LOVE THAT FREAKING DRESS and those shoes! YOU ARE SO HOT. I'm off to find the dress.

    And … seriously? I need to know. Were y'all in a K-9 police van? What is that cage sitch?

  20. Elizabeth says:

    I'm SOOOOO jealous! It would be incredible to go to the Kentucky derby…. you looked so beautiful per usual! Glad you're back!!!
    xoxo

  21. Sami says:

    Umm hello! That outfit it amazing! You are looking so good girlfriend! I love me some Rachel Roy.. her stuff is always bright and she has fabulous jewelry! Can't wait to hear about Family Feud, you better tell us when the epi is on 🙂

    P.s. I'm having an awesome Anthro giveaway on my blog today.. check it out 🙂
    http://samisshenanigans.blogspot.com/2012/05/100-follower-giveaway.html

  22. Monica says:

    Its definitely on my bucket list! Told my bestie its a must for 2014 when I am back from China!

  23. I love your dress! And that hat is to die for.

    Can't wait to see pictures from Family Feud!!

  24. Kristen says:

    Going to the Derby is for sure on my bucket list! How I long to go and wear one of those fab hats/fascinators!

  25. Glitterista says:

    What a fun time! Love all of these pictures, and your ensemble as well as your friend Ashley's adorable dress. 😉

  26. michaela says:

    how fabulous do you look? such a pretty. and you're make up is so beautiful 🙂 glad you had a great time 🙂

  27. Hilary says:

    I grew up attending the parents' Derby parties along with Mint Juleps annually…but no 'real' Derby for me yet ;( Looks like so much fun!

  28. Lindsay says:

    um you look exactly like carrie in that photo of you looking down with your hat and shades on…rock it girl!

  29. Adriana says:

    I just went to a tea party bridal shower where we all looked like we were going to the Derby:) and wow did our appreciation and admiration grow for true southern woman! It's hard work and super hot in those hats but you all make it look effortless and great!!!

    Sidenote: I just love how down to earth and sweet you are-don't ever change:) I look forward to your posts every week!

  30. Tiffany says:

    Love love love that dress. You looked amazing!

  31. Kelsie Lynn says:

    your outfit is perfection! your hat looked gorgeous with your hair

    kelsiesbeautifullife.blogspot.com

  32. Amber says:

    Love the hot pink and your shoes are Aaaa-mazing

  33. Ashlee says:

    Could you BE any more fabulous!? Derby is (and has been) on my bucket list, but I'm thinking it needs to get on my LEAP list! At least before 30.

    Done and done. Thanks for the inspiration 🙂

  34. Miss K says:

    you looked gorgeous as usual!! and the derby is definitely on my bucket list.

  35. Kristina says:

    I love your dress! I really need to get to the Kentucky Derby one year, I've always wanted to go. I'm so happy I came across your blog, it's so much fun to read!

  36. Tiffany says:

    So so so jealous!! I have the Derby on my Bucket List and planned to go this year, but my brother got married on Saturday, so I was in Vegas. But we all watched the Derby from a gaming room at Hard Rock where we bet and everyone was screaming like mad people. I loved every minute. If I can pull it off next year, maybe I can meet you at Churchill DOwns! 🙂

    ~Tiffany
    http://tiffanyd22.blogspot.com

  37. lori says:

    the derby is definitely on my life list as well 🙂 you look perfect in that hot pink. super cute!

  38. alicia says:

    fun!! completely loved your look.

  39. Love Lace says:

    The Derby is definitely on my Bucket List! I watched from my living room, but not near as much fun as dressing up and wearing adorable hats. Speaking of adorable, you looked great as always and your friends pink and orange was amazing…not something I would ever venture to wear, but I LOVE it on her!!!

  40. Lauren says:

    Lovely outfit. You totally rocked it! I've been dying to attend a Derby.. Horses are my greatest passion!

    And also, the picture of Jo.. Is that Randall Cobb she is standing with? He went to high school up the road from me!

    xoxo

  41. Love you outfit and that hat is just great!
    xo

  42. Love it!!!! I was at Gold Cup this weekend in Virginia, but it is nothing compared to the Kentucky Derby, it's definitely on my bucket list 🙂 LOVE the outfit!

  43. You look hot, as always! I love the hat, and I want to go to the KD someday for sure! Too bad you missed Miranda, love her.

  44. Katie says:

    I went to the Derby as well… and had a blast! The weather was spectacular 🙂 Your outfit/hat combo was super cute. I will post about mine… Very soon!

    So glad you had a great Derby experience… It was my 2nd time, and I can't wait to go back!

  45. Shan says:

    Adorable derby dress, girl!!
    You did Carrie proud 🙂
    —Shan
    http://www.ShansEyeForSty.Blogspot.com

  46. Hannah banjo says:

    I loved your outfit! Your big sis looked great also! I like Kentucky! it is the Bluegrass state ;). You looked alot like Carrie. Wish I could meet you and your family! 🙂

  47. we are totally coming to the derby next year! i am going to need all the details on what to do and where to stay 🙂 🙂

  48. Jessica says:

    What blush and lipstick did you use for your derby photos? It looks great!

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