Lex What Wear

Style, Beauty, and Life

Midnight Graphic Tee

MIDNIGHT TEE | SKIRT | SNEAKERS

I would be lying if I said I wasn’t anxious posting these pictures. It’s partly because I’m still not feeling 100 percent back to my old self, and the way this skirt and the lighting hits against my body, I thought it made me look a little bigger than I liked. After a “come to Jesus” conversation with my Mom, I know it’s nothing to be ashamed of. I just had a baby, and that’s the most beautiful gift God has ever given me.

With that being said, if I have an extra roll or two on my stomach, so be it. I know it will take time to get back to “normal” if there even is a normal. Embracing my new body is something I will do today and every day here on out.

Rant over, but I had to be honest with you guys. I was originally so excited to put this look together because it’s so affordable, and spot on when it comes to casual fall trends. I love the rocker tee plus midi skirt look, and I fully intend to wear this look again, and again. I’m currently on the hunt for a few more skirts, since I’m typically not a skirt girl. I’ll share my favorites with y’all soon.

XO, ALEX

Black Fringe Top

BLACK FRINGE TOP | JEANS | SHOES

It’s no secret that I would have an all-black closet if I could. I just love black pieces, and their simplicity and ease of styling. This black fringe top is always one to steal the show. It’s a boxy fit, but spices up your typical blouse look with fringe from sleeve to sleeve. It’s a statement piece that can be styled several ways, for each season. Heading into fall, this style looks awesome with jeans and heels, or shorts and booties. So go and add a little fringe to your life. It’s the little detail you never knew you needed until now!

XO, ALEX

MCLEAN : WEEK 6

Can’t believe McLean is 6 weeks old, however, I will probably say that each week. He went to the doctor this week and is up to almost 9 pounds. The pediatrician’s office is thrilled with his weight gain and his progress as a premature baby. Mom and Dad are thrilled too.

This week was super special to Mom, as McLean got to meet his Great Grandmother, Betty. She had the magic touch, and McLean loved her so much. I know that my Grandaddy, Ira McLean, would have been over the moon in love with him too. We are blessed to have him looking over us.

We were busy this week feeding McLean more, keeping his attention during the day, and helping him focus on new things. He loves being in his crib with his light-up aquarium. He played with his Grandmother Emmie all day Wednesday and helped her around the house. We are fortunate to have Emmie so close, and she is a great help to Mom. Although we miss our T every day (my mom), we count down the days until we see her again.

McLean is busy filling out and growing into his long legs. So we are focusing on wearing all of our cute outfits while we can. Today he’s wearing one of his dad’s old outfits and it is beyond cute. We are so lucky to have a variety of hand-me-downs and new outfits, so our plan is to make sure he gets in at least most of them before he grows too big and the seasons change.

I promised last week to share his birth story this week, but time got away from me. I am going to work on getting it ready for Monday or Tuesday. So stay tuned for that (for real this time).

H&M FALL BABY BOY

XO, ALEX

Gingham Teddy Sweater

I was loving all of the fall vibes over the weekend, until Nashville forecasted 97 degrees for the entire week. So while I could, I styled this oversized, gingham teddy sweater for y’all. It’s definitely meant for fall weather, but I thought it was adorable with shorts and sneakers. I can’t resist a sweater and shorts combo, and I highly recommend incorporating a similar look into your early-fall wardrobe. It’s a cute and casual outfit option, and it helps transition some of your summer pieces into the cooler months. When we hit October and November, you can easily style this teddy sweater with jeans and booties, and a wide-brim hat. For ONLY $24 this gingham teddy sweater is a must have item.

XO, ALEX