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✨ Sometimes it’s not the content… it’s you.

And I’ve learned not everyone is meant to understand my expression and that’s okay.

I’m showing up as I am. Bold, colorful, evolving. 💫

Linked this look because confidence isn’t just a mindset… it’s how you show up.
Cardigans @Target laptop bag @GlamAholic shoes @Steve Madden US dress @AKIRA

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✨ Sometimes it’s not the content… it’s you. And I’ve learned not everyone is meant to understand my expression and that’s okay. I’m showing up as I am. Bold, colorful, evolving. 💫 Linked this look because confidence isn’t just a mindset… it’s how you show up. Cardigans @Target laptop bag @GlamAholic shoes @Steve Madden US dress @AKIRA LTKselfcare LTKPetite LTKvlog

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Color is part of my confidence language. 🎨✨

I love how Kurt Geiger bags bring playfulness without losing polish. Whether I’m dressing things up or keeping it casual, these bags always feel expressive, bold, and joyful — never boring.

Style doesn’t have to be quiet to be intentional.

Sometimes 🥳 joy is the statement.

Linked my favorite Kurt Geiger bags here 🤍

I have JoyRefined with @KurtGeiger because I love ColorfulStyle, BoldAccessories, and StatementBag

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Joy, Refined 🤎 Coach Icons Are Back

Coach is having a real moment again — not because it’s trendy, but because the icons hold up.

These classic silhouettes feel intentional, wearable, and quietly confident.
Timeless bags > fast fashion hype.

Joy, refined means choosing pieces that grow with you not ones you outgrow.

👜✨

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Good Morning!! #motivation #dailysteps #10kaday

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💕Effortless… but intentional 💛

That’s the goal this season.
Pieces that move with you, colors that lift your mood, and a bag that ties it all together.

This Michael Kors bag? A staple.

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🌿The Bag is the Moment

Let’s talk about the bag 👀

This Michael Kors piece is that perfect mix of structured + everyday wearable. It elevates even the most relaxed looks without trying too hard.

Spring for me is about soft confidence—and this look does exactly that 💛

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🌸 💛 Spring Reset
Soft spring energy with a structured statement ✨
This look is giving ease, confidence, and stepping into a new season—literally and mentally.

The Michael Kors bag pulls everything together… classic, elevated, and effortless.

If you’re refreshing your wardrobe this spring, start with pieces you already have and that feel like you 🌿

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💛 Spring Reset
Soft spring energy with a structured statement ✨
This look is giving ease, confidence, and stepping into a new season—literally and mentally.

The Michael Kors bag pulls everything together… classic, elevated, and effortless.

If you’re refreshing your wardrobe this spring, start with pieces you already have and that feel like you 🌿
@Michael Kors US @Reebok
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Some bag inspiration from @Coach

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This bag is THAT girl 💻✨

I’ve been needing something that feels elevated but still functional—and this laptop bag from Glamaholics does exactly that. It’s structured, spacious, and actually fits everything I need without sacrificing style.

Because let’s be real… we’re not carrying boring bags anymore.

We’re showing up polished, prepared, and confident—even on our busiest days.

Linked it for y’all 💛
Laptop bag@Target GlamAholic
Cardigan @Target
Dress@AKIRA
Ear rings @andmadebyhand
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Back on the treadmill with my 10lb vest 💕

Nothing extreme today, just showing up and starting where I am.

If you’ve been feeling behind, don’t let that stop you. Progress doesn’t have to be perfect… it just has to begin.

✨ Linked my vest + walking essentials for anyone building consistency with me

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Travel 🧳

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Happy Spring 💐🌸🌱

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Y’all… this scent?! 🔥

I wore Stronger With You in Vegas and it gave bold, warm, unforgettable.

It’s deep and a little spicy, 🌶️ but still soft 🌺and balanced⚖️
Not overpowering… just present.

Definitely one of those fragrances people remember you by.

[I received this product in exchange for my honest review]

Linked if you want to try it ✨
@ulta
#perfume #ltk #confidence #softbutbold

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Getting my steps 🚶🏾‍♀️ in, but make it intentional ✨
I’ve been loving my weighted vest lately—it adds just enough challenge to my walks without overwhelming my body. I have a 10lb and a 16lb, depending on how I’m feeling that day.

This has been such a simple way to build strength, stay consistent, and reconnect with myself while moving 💛

Linked my vest options for you if you’re ready to elevate your walks 🤍 #LTKfitness #walkingroutine #confidenceinmotion

#LTKfitnessgoals #LTKActive #LTKdayinmylife

Joy 🎉Refined in Las Vegas ✨ This Dooney & Bourke purse was the perfect polished travel companion.

A good handbag does more than complete the outfit—it carries the energy of the moment. I took this Dooney & Bourke bag with me to Las Vegas, and it was the perfect mix of polished, practical, and timeless. Joy Refined is all about choosing pieces that travel well with you and still make you feel like yourself. This one did exactly that.

#LTKitbag #DooneyAndBourke #TravelStyle #JoyRefined #RefinedStyle #ClassicHandbag #VegasStyle #TimelessFashion #ElevatedEverydayStyle #StyleWithIntention

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Travel Day #lasvegas #conf #travelworkglow #yep

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Research, runway, and resilience.

This weekend in Las Vegas I presented my research, and this outfit carried me through the day beautifully.

My taxi dropped me on the wrong side of campus, so I ended up walking across the grounds to get to my building — and thankfully my Vera Bradley backpack had all my presentation essentials and was incredibly comfortable.

Style should move with your life.

My Express black blouse, Levi’s jeans, and Steve Madden shoes kept the look polished yet effortless, while my Dooney & Bourke purse added the perfect pop of color.

Joy Refined means showing up fully — intellect, confidence, and style.

Because brilliance and beauty can absolutely coexist.
@Express @levi @Steve Madden US
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#ConferenceStyle
#ScholarStyle
#AcademicChic
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#WomenInResearch
#TravelStyle

#LTKTravel #LTKstorytime #LTKdayinmylife

Las Vegas Outfits. #springbreak #springbreaklooks #lasvegas #springoutfits

#LTKdayinmylife #LTKTravel #LTKSeasonal

Hard learned lesson.
Perfection isn’t required.
Consistency is.

#keepgoing #keepshowing #keepposting
#lasvegas #freevegasride #vegasdays

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The morning of my research presentation in Las Vegas, my husband and I had brunch at Primrose inside Park MGM.

Our driver dropped us off in the wrong location, so we had to run to the restaurant — and we made it with one minute to spare.

The ambiance felt like a Bridgerton tea house and the food was incredible.

And the grits?
I’m from the Deep South, so trust me when I say they were excellent.

After brunch we took the free tram back to Mandalay Bay where I relaxed before presenting my research.

If you’re visiting Las Vegas, Primrose is absolutely worth the reservation.

Pro tip: I booked an 8:45 AM reservation — it got busy shortly after.

Beautiful mornings make powerful presentations possible!

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#TravelWithPurpose

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Las Vegas surprise: I rode in a Zoox self-driving car 🚗✨

No driver. No steering wheel. Just technology navigating the Strip while a curated playlist played during the ride.

One of the most futuristic experiences I’ve had in a while.

#LTKTravel #LTKvlog #LTKdayinmylife

Riding in a Self-Driving Car in Las Vegas 🚗✨

Y’all… I just rode in a self-driving Zoox car in Las Vegas and it felt like stepping into the future.

We were picked up at the Luxor and took a 17-minute ride through the city in a fully autonomous vehicle. No driver — just technology navigating traffic, stopping at lights, and cruising through the Strip with a curated playlist of pop, hip hop, and rock.

Honestly one of the most adventurous rides I’ve taken in a while. Sharing my Vegas outfit below.

• Bag &
• Shoes 🔗 below

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Workout time! 10ksteps a day.

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Walking earlier!

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Good morning ☀️ @all

@Nike US @newbalance @apple

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Price Drop!!Sale Alert 🚨
Brooks Ghost Max 2.

These beauties are crazy comfortable — perfect for my long walks, errands, and casual athleisure days. I love how lightweight and supportive they are without sacrificing style.

If you’re on your feet a lot or just want a sneaker that gives max cushioning and support, these are it. Trust me, your feet will thank you!
Comfortable sneaker, workout shoes, gym shoes.

Linked on my LTK – grab yours now before they sell out!

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Work-from-location kind of morning ☕💻

Early meeting at Starbucks with the essentials that make working on the go feel calm and intentional. When your setup supports you, productivity flows.

✨ Tap to shop what keeps me grounded and ready—wherever I work.
Joy Refined: softness without shrinking

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#JoyRefined #WomenWhoWork #ConfidenceInMotion

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If You’re Traveling for Work Soon, Buy These Now

I’m literally at the airport sharing what I actually travel with 👀
These shoes + travel essentials make working trips so much easier—less stress, less fatigue, more focus.

Perfect for:
✈️ early flights
💻 working on the go
👟 lots of walking + long days

If you’re flying soon, don’t wait—these are the pieces that make the trip smoother from gate to meetings.

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This hoodie looks like an expensive splurge, but it’s not!!
In my favorite @Newbalance shoes 👟 at the airport

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Valentine’s weekend vibes, but make it intentional 💕

My husband took me to Magdalena at The Ivy, and it was one of those slow, candle-lit evenings where time softens and presence matters.

I kept my look elevated but effortless:
✨ tailored pants from Express
✨ shoes + purse by Steve Madden

Classic silhouettes, romantic energy, and comfort that lets you stay grounded in the moment. This is one of my favorite ways to do date night—polished, confident, and very me.

Joy Refined: softness without shrinking.

💗 Save this for date night inspo
💗 Tap to shop similar pieces
💗 Dress like the moment matters

#LTKValentines #DateNightStyle #JoyRefined #ExpressStyle #SteveMadden #RomanticVibes #LTKCreator #ValentinesWeekend #SoftGlam #MarriedLifeMoments

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Valentine’s weekend vibes, but make it intentional 💕

My husband took me to Magdalena at The Ivy, and it was one of those slow, present, candle-lit evenings that reminds you why getting dressed up for love still matters.

Soft glam, cozy elegance, and a look that says romance without trying too hard.
I’m linking pieces that feel elevated but comfortable—perfect for date night, anniversaries, or a weekend where you want to feel seen and cherished ✨

Joy Refined: softness without shrinking.

💗 Save this for your next romantic dinner
💗 Tap to shop the vibe
💗 Dress like the moment matters

#LTKValentines #DateNightStyle #JoyRefined #RomanticVibes #MarriedLifeMoments #SoftGlamStyle #LTKCreator #ValentinesWeekend #ElevatedCasual #LoveAndStyle

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