TOP: Brick City Closet (similar) | DENIM: Hudson | BOOTIES: Chinese Laundry (on sale here)| SUNGLASSES: Burberry

Starting the New Year with Brick City Closet!

My small town is slowly but surely making its mark. This year, we got a huge parking garage, new downtown lofts, new town events and new stores! As all of you can probably imagine, I love shopping. If there’s a new shop in town, I must check it out. Well, I visited Brick City Closet today and I absolutely loved it! It may be small, but I am a believer in quality over quantity. Also, you have to start small in order to grow. This little shop is nestled in the heart of Ocala, which is the perfect location. Its glass doors and windows are historic with a modern/industrial twist. The way the doors are decorated will make you feel like you’re walking into the home of Jay Gatsby, which has always been a dream of mine (:

The shop is owned by a beautiful little family. If you’re lucky, you’ll get to meet all of them if you stop by towards the end of the day! Also, for all of you locals—this shop is a must-see!
Use the code NEXT15 at checkout for 15% off your online purchase!

New Year, New Resolutions

Today, when I walked into this store for the first time, I would feel the excitement and enthusiasm. The store owner, Katie, is someone I’ve never met before, but she treated me like we’ve been friends for a year! She told me that she started out blogging, and eventually went on to start her own store! I’m not sure where I ultimately will end up, but I know that I won’t quit until I’m there! Seeing her dream come true has given me the courage to follow through with my goals and never give up on them. I’ve always wanted to see my blog grow into something greater, but I’ve decided that I’m going to give it my all this year. It’s what I love to do and I don’t want to give up on that. So, with that being said, I’m going to push myself to reach my goals this year—both in school and in my career!
Happy New Year!!!