Before I opened my shop 7 years ago, I searched high and low for the perfect pair of jeans. Seriously, I’m one of those people that will read every review and try every product until I find the perfect fit. My friends like to call me a “product pusher.” I laughed when they first told me this but honestly, it’s so true and I’m somewhat proud of it, lol. I’ve tried a ridiculous amount of jeans from the cheapest to the most expensive and the conclusion that I have come to, is that you don’t need to spend a ton of money for quality jeans with a great fit. When I discovered the denim brand, Articles Of Society, I about died and went to denim heaven. They fit is flawless, and by this, I mean that they have stretch but do not stretch out after wearing them all day and they are are super soft. If you haven’t tried these jeans, then you are missing out!
Visit our Facebook group to see Jamie rocking all of our new denim and talking about style and fit.
PLUS! You can shop all of our new jeans online now!
I don’t know about y’all, but here at E+S we are still in summer mode. I mean how can you not be with all these amazing new arrivals we keep getting. And not to mention all these great summer trends that keep rolling in, it’s almost hard to keep up! Don’t get me wrong; I’m just as ready for some big comfy sweaters and boots like some of y’all but you just can’t pass up these AWESOME summer trends. Some of our favorite trends so far have been rompers, tropical prints, straw bags and girl…. bright colors are a MUST!! Although we are loving summer, unfortunately we are nearing the beginning of the end. But trust us, we’ve got you covered on all your last minute vacays!
Beach vacays are a must this summer just like rompers! I mean c’mon who doesn’t love a good romper? Whether you’re going to a fancy dinner on the beach or just hanging out by the pool you’re going to wish you had one. Pros: they’re easy to slip on, no matching the top and bottom because you already have a whole outfit, and COMFORT!! Cons: well…. Lets get real, there aren’t any. Another great thing about these pieces is that you can dress them up or dress them down; they’re perfect for any occasion really. Got fancy dinner plans? Grab your favorite pair of wedges and a pull over (if you’re feeling it) to get a little classy. Butttt, if you’re planning a day by the pool or just running around town grab your comfiest sandals and you are set girl!
This summer is all about BRIGHT, BOLD & BEAUTIFUL colors. The brighter the better girls! Yellows, greens, pinks, & RED! Red is a super bold color that has been making it’s way through the summer trends this year and let me tell you… we are loving it!! It’s so great because once again this is a color you can transition right into fall and even winter if you wanted! So listen y’all, red is here to stay. Not to mention red looks good on everyone. So next time you have the “I don’t have anything to wear” freak out just know that you can never go wrong with a little red.
If you’re like some of us this summer and you’re too busy to take a lavish beach vacation, don’t worry we’ll bring the tropics to you. I literally cannot stress this enough tropical prints are in and they aren’t going anywhere, so get used to it! Whether it’s tropical flowers, palm trees, or our favorite print this summer pineappplessss!! We just can’t get enough, and trust me once you get a pineapple piece you’ll be hooked too. You can never go wrong sporting tropical prints in the summer.
I know you’re probably thinking why do I need a straw bag when I have tons of handbags at home, well I’m here to let you know that you just NEED it! These bags are so fun and will match any summer outfit you have planned. They’re super easy to throw in your suitcase and bring with you anywhere. No matter what style you choose you’re going to love it. And don’t worry; you’ll be able to transition this right into fall. So you have your clutches, small shoulder bags, large shoulder bags, and totes.But how do you know which style you need? Well that’s why I’m here, to help you figure that out.
For the girl who doesn’t carry much and loves accessories we have this pineapple clutch.Like I told y’all before, we love our pineapples. This is perfect for a nice dinner at the beach. The size is just right to hold your phone, keys, lip gloss…. Oh and you can’t forget your man’s card!
The shoulder bags are good for girls who want to hold just a little bit more. The straps are adjustable and it has a second set of smaller straps. Two sizes and two color c’mon y’all does it get any better than that??
- xoxo, Cassie
]]>
Like, what is this? Is this a romper? or is it overalls? Are overalls just 90's denim rompers?! Regardless, it's fabulous! This palm print romper-all (You see what I did there!?) is fabulous! Fun prints take overalls to the next level of adorbs! This little number is perfect for vacay this summer! Pair it with one of our amazing summer totes and any of the new Gorjana jewelry and your ready to roll. Follow the links to shop these trendy vibes!
The body suit is a reoccurring piece that we see reappear frequently throughout the decades! Personally, it's one of my favorites! Sure, it can seem a little intimidating while your basically stepping into an adult uni-tard but through it one with some high-wasted shorts and you'll impress even yourself! This v-cut body suit sold out super fast! But don't worry there's more on the way! Follow the link to be notified when we restock!
So let's skirt back to the high-wasted shorts for a sec! I've said this time and time again, TRY THEM ON! They are a life changing wardrobe piece that will fix even the peskiest outfit problems! Side note! Doesn't ES girl Cassie look like should could be the modern day Sandy from the movie Grease?! Yeah. Yeah. I know that that's not from the 90's but that's besides the point! Our gorgeous girl has styled this high-wasted denim cutoffs with a waffle knit cutoff tank that is seriously one of the most versatile pieces you can own right now. Follow the link to shop this look! Did I mention that tank comes in grey as well!?
I can't even lie! I love a sophisticated gunge look! I mean, is there even such a thing? IDK, but if there's not there is now. We've talked about the importance of a good bra in depth before but let's take a moment to truly appreciate this black lace bralette! There's nothing better than feeling sexy in the heat of the summer but if it's possible to keep it classy and still be comfortable?! Sign me up, sister! Follow the link to gram 'em while we've got 'em! Leave a comment below and let us know if you'd like to see more colors in this awesome accessory piece! or just leave a comment to show ya girls at ES some love! We love hearing from our customers! Happy Monday Shopaholics!
]]>I know it's true because I drove home yesterday evening with my AC on full blast and still had sweat on my upper lip after the 20 minute car ride. These are the days our cute little ES models dread. As much as we L-O-V-E summer fashion, standing outside in a pool of your own sweat while someone takes pictures of you is not the poolside summer we had imagined! That's why we threw a mini fiesta when back to back boxes of the cutest summer shorts started rolling in! Growing up on the west coast, I lived in distressed denim and leather flip flops year round. I kept a sweater in my car at all times because a breezy day meant chilly nights. Now, I keep a cooler with ice and water bottles in my trunk because I fear dehydration on the daily! Lol. Jk. However, I'd be lying if I said I'm not considering tossing an extra bra in my backseat right now. Ew. Gross. I know but this heat is killer, you guys! And my point is, a good pair of shorts is a game changer out here!
We've got you covered this summer! In addition to this adorable bell sleeve ZSUPPLY blouse, our ZSUPPLY tanks have been restocked and our shorts inventory is absurd. (absurdly amazing) What ever you're style is, you'll find it here at Ella + Scott. Grab this top before it's all gone by following the link! On a side note! Don't you just love little miss sassy Cassie with her high pony?! She's so precious, it's annoying. (rolls eyes)
The micro ribbed high neck tank is the newest addition to our racer back collection from ZSUPPLY. If you've shopped with us before, you know that our traditional stock consists of the racer back pocket tee tank. This is a fun twist a classic favorite from the brand. Typically, I see customers size down in this brand because of the looser fit but I recommend staying true to size with this specific tank if you're ordering online and unsure about sizing! Shop the look >>>> here! <<<<
These chambray shorts are selling like hot cakes! We've named this style "Evie" and the shorts come in three different colors. This chambray blue has definitely been a best seller this week but if you missed out on your size, check out the olive or charcoal color! You won't be disappointed! They're super light weight and they are SO easy to style. On the web, we've featured these shorts styled down for casual summer look! If you head over to our Instagram (shopellascott), you can see how we've dressed them up for an awesome day-date look or even a brunchin-babe fit for the weekend! Check out the shorts HERE! && See this item dressed up HERE!
I'm a sucker for a bright pair of high-wasted shorts that are tailored as well as these are! We've got four different colors of this tied-up kind of style and every single pair is UBER flattering. Versatility is the theme of my wardrobe this summer and this is my go-to look for the majority of my summer outings! Shop the look HERE!
I hope your coffee is as strong as mine this morning and you all have a stylish weekend ahead of you! We're open from 10-4 Saturday! Come get your fashion fix if you haven't already stopped by this week! We'd love to style you!
>>>GET 20% OFF YOUR NEXT PURCHASE!<<<
If you hadn't already done so, text SHOPELLASCOTT to 31996 to sign up for our text alerts and save on your next visit!
Don't forget to sign up for next months style box! Click the link! You won't want to miss this!
]]>
By a show of hands how many of you are still recovering from that three day weekend? *raises hand* Same, ladies... Same. Besides the sunburn and lingering hangover, I hope you all had a fabulous time. I especially hope you were rocking some new arrivals throughout your festivities this weekend! If you were, share the love and tag us in your photos on Instagram and facebook!
There's nothing like a good three-day weekend, filled with a little over indulgence, way too many hotdogs and not enough sunscreen but let me tell you...This morning I knew I'd over done it when I jumped in the shower while browsing through Instagram. That's right, you guys! Walked straight into the shower holding my cell phone. Someone stop me, puh-lease! I'm not too ashamed though, because my phone is A-O-Kay and I know you completely understand my struggle. No judgement here, right?!
I know you wish this weekend could last forever but nonetheless Tuesday is here and it's time to put our life back together! There's nothing worse than trading in your favorite summer flip-flops for those basic Monday-Friday work flats. If you're like us, the countdown to fourth of July started yesterday. Can't wait that long to catch some R&R??? No worries, friend! We've teamed up with some of our favorite local gal-pals to devise the ultimate "Treat Yo Self" to-do list to hold you over until then! Whether you're looking for the ultimate life-pause or just a little pick-me-up, we've got you covered!
There's three things a true ES girl can never say no to. Besides caffeine, we live for food, fashion, and a great facial to get our minds right! Local babes Lauren Bebeau and Brandell Wappler schooled us in all things food and face! So now, we're sharing the knowledge!
"Being located along the Gulf Coast and adjacent to Louisiana,we are blessed to have some of the best cuisine in the Lone Star State. Most of us have come to acquire the taste of spicy zest at a very young age. Crawfish boils and backyard barbecues bring a whole new meaning those living in Southeast Texas." -Lauren Bebeau
Let me start by saying that Lauren Bebeau is foodie goddess! Some of you may recognize the Insta name she uses (Instagram: @setxfoodies) to photo-blog her way through all of the best eats that SETX has to offer. (South East Texas for all you non-locals!) Everything from her food photo's to her restaurant reviews leave my mouth watering. Don't get me wrong, I definitely know how to treat myself when it comes to dinner time but Lauren has been in the food industry for well over a decade. So I handed this one off to her this week. Her current obsession? Chaba Thai. (Located on Phelan in Beaumont) Rest assured, shopaholics! I rallied the ES girl gang and we headed to Chaba to make sure these recommendations checked out! And did they ever?!
Before we over indulge, you have to know that this is seriously the cutest restaurant ever. Quant, dimly lit and a happy hour that kills. (Half off bottles of wine on Mondays and Wednesdays 4pm-7pm) What more could a girl ask for? The staff was incredibly friendly and the service was fabulous. IDK how I've never been here before but I'm definitely in love. After ordering a drink, I skimmed the menu to locate Lauren's suggestions. I decided to put my complete trust in her and ordered EVERYTHING she suggested with out truly reading the descriptions of each item. Here's what showed up when the waiter brought us our food. Prepare yourself...
From left to right: Nom Tok (Beef Salad), Pad Kee Mao (Noodles), Crispy Duck (With Chili Sauce)
If you're thinking, "Wow, Brittani! That's enough food to feed a small army!" You're absolutely right. It totally was! Thanking my lucky stars the girls came with me, we dove in and life hasn't been the same since. Hands down, the crispy duck was the group favorite. So if you're already planning this weeks girls night make sure you give it a try! But wait, there's more!
Leave room for desert, lovers! Give the mango sticky rice a try! (Kaitlin's fave) Or do like me, and try the chia tea for a sweet and refreshing treat! Lauren totally knows what she was talking about! If you're looking for recommendations on how and where to dine inn southeast Texas, she's your girl!
For an extra sweet treat, check out these goat cheese cheese cake balls from the Greenlight Kitchen in Beaumont Texas! (Also a Lauren Bebaeu recommendation!) If I didn't have to share with the rest of the girls, I might have taken out the whole tray solo!
Babe, your skin is as good as gold! Do yourself a favor and take care of it! We asked one of our favorite ladies at the Beautique Med Spa in Nederland Texas, what the 3 most important steps in skin care are and this is what Brandell Wappler had to say!
1.Sunscreen
2. Sunscreen
and...
3. SUNSCREEN
Fine lines, wrinkles and sunspots are among the top complaints from her customers when it comes to their skin. Which is why using sunscreen religiously is Brandell's top recommendation. Her SPF product of choice? Prime and Defend physical sunscreen from Societe Clinical. This SPF 30 isn't just for blocking out those harsh rays from day to day, you can also use it as a primer! The Beautique carries this miracle cream for purchase in case you were already googling "Societe Clinical" like me! But that's not all, go see Brandell and tell her the babes at Ella + Scott sent you! She'll hook you up with half off your Prime & Defend purchase!
In addition to adding this amazing sunscreen into your daily skincare regimen, owner Jamie Scott and manager Kaitlin Diaz swear by the benefits of receiving a hydrafacial from the Beautique Med Spa. For all things facial, Brandell is your go-to girl! Besides the fact that it's totally relaxing to close your eyes and get horizontal for thirty minutes at a time, your face will thank you.
"Only Hydrafacial MD uses patented technology to cleanse, extract, and hydrate. HydraFacial super serums are made with nourishing ingredients that create an instantly gratifying glow." -Beautique Med Spa
1) Cleanse and Peel
2) Extract + Hydrate
3) Fuse + Protect
Sounds intense but there's zero recovery time following this procedure! I promise you'll love it and besides, I'm yet to steer you in the wrong direction!
The moment you've all been waiting for! If you've specifically tuned in to this blog post for an exclusive on the launch of our new style box, you're in the right place! But first, let's hash out the deets. The ES Style Box has been in the making for quite sometime now. Jamie has really outdone herself on this one, ya'll!
Your subscription ($75/month) will feature a different look from month to month and you can expect to see the freshest selections that fashion has to offer! (accessories, tops, shopaholic swag, and so much more) Jamie has hand picked the items in these boxes so you can rest assured that the sizing is on point! If you're already in the process of signing up, place your order TTS. ;)
Before I forget to mention, Style Box members will receive first dibs on these exclusive items! I'm talking "never seen the light of day" kind of exclusive. Not even little ole ES girls like me are getting their hands on these babies until you've gotten them first! So rude. (If you ask me!) Billing takes place on the 15th each month and you can expect to see that perfectly pink ES Style Box at your doorstep shortly after! The link is already available online to sign up and we'll also be accepting your subscription in store until the 10th of June! Any orders placed after the 10th of June will roll over into the July shipment of Style Boxes. Which will be bangin (no doubt) but seriously, don't miss June! Enjoy your sneak peak, Shopaholics!
This palm print kimono needs no introduction but it's getting one anyways!
This adorable kimono can be worn in so many ways this season! Since this is only one of several items in the June Style Box, you can be sure you'll find more ES goodies to compliment this sensational summer piece! Personally, I see myself covering up with this pool side, sipping margs with my favorite ES girls! These kimono boxes will not last long! Follow the link to get your subscription on before they're all gone!
Don't forget to check out the latest arrivals we've launched this week! You're ES girls have been busy ladies, and we can wait for you to see what's new! Leave your thoughts in the comments section below! We'd love to answer any questions you guys might have about the featured topics in this weeks blog! Follow our Instagram to stay updated!
]]>“How does this fit?” “Do you have a smaller size?” “Does this come in a different color?” “What is this made of?” “Do you know the length of the inseam?” “What size are you wearing”
I’ve worked retail for over 10 years now and believe it or not I haven’t always been an ES girl. (Shocking, I know!) But no matter where I go, the questions remain the same. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not complaining! Sometimes it’s fun to feel like an all-knowing-fashion-goddess! It’s tough job, but someone’s got to do it! (*Sigh*)
Seriously though, if you’re a first-time sales associate in the wonderful world of retail it can be a little overwhelming when you’re still learning the ropes! The best advice I can give you? If you don’t know the answer to a customer’s question, take the time to find out because you’ll probably hear it again tomorrow.
I’ve seen a lot of clothes come through the front door of Ella & Scott over the past 3 years. They’re always pretty, but they ain’t always functional! Non the less, we make it work! There’s not a piece of clothing in this store that your ES girls can’t style! For the sake of not sounding arrogant, let me explain… Here at Ella & Scott we love fashion and we love a challenge. More than anything, we love our customers! So here are the answers to the 3 questions we hear the most!
What do I wear underneath this?
Every time someone ask me this question, I guarantee the answer is a good nude strapless bra. If you’re like me, you instantly reject this solution because there’s no such thing as a “good” strapless bra. Behold, non-believers! I present, the “Sexy Illusions” strapless bra from Victoria Secret. Not just a “good” strapless bra but an AMAZING strapless bra. Let me just tell you, this is the game-changer of all bras. I have ALWAYS struggled to find a strapless bra that a) supports the girls, and b) I don’t have to fidget it with 24/7. There’s nothing more annoying than having to re-adjust yourself a thousand times throughout the course of dinner.
The “Sexy Illusions” bra is the lightest bra I’ve ever owned. When I picked this thing up, I was seriously skeptical about what kind of support it would provide. Once on, I could not believe it. The whole bra is made from a special non-slip material that hugs your curves and conforms to the sides of your body. Even though this bra is lighter than air, the underwire cups keep everything where it’s supposed to be (or where you want it to be!) (*Wink, Wink*)
In addition to a good strapless bra, ES girl Adriane recommends keeping a versatile multi-way option as well. Her go-to is the “Where Everywhere” multi-way bra from PINK! I’ve check it out, and the entire “Where Everywhere” collection is AH-MAZ-ING. PINK totally has you covered for any occasion. Did I mention that EVERY style is on sale for $20 right now?!
If you’re a bra-hater like ES girls Carrie and Kaley, I highly recommend checking out the extensive bralette selection that Aerie by American Eagle has to offer. Between the racer back, bandeau, halter, and classic fit you’ll have a hard time picking just one! Guess what? You don’t have to. Right now, their entire bra inventory is 40%-50% off. That means ALL things BRA are on sale! But wait! I’ve got two more pretty little words for you before follow the link to their website, FREE SHIPPING! You’re Welcome.
Is this too dressy?
Have you ever walked into a cocktail party wearing blue jeans? It’s like bringing a knife to a gun fight. All I can say is no bueno. First of all, dress for yourself girlfriend! Don’t be afraid to stand in the spotlight and say, “Here I am!” Not to mention, a great pair of heels can spark the most fabulous conversations no matter where you end up! I’m going to tell you a secret, your shoe choice commands the direction of your outfit. If you’re worried about being a little too flashy the right pair of flats will turn things down a notch. When I’m trying to spice things up with a little street style, an awesome pair of sneakers does the trick. If I look trendy AND my feet go home happy at the end of the work day, that’s a win in my book! Please do yourself a favor and keep AT LEAST one pair of cute comfy heels in your closet. When you need to take your outfit to the next level, this is your solution. I feel like I could probably throw on some heels with my pjs and go from mess to YES in under 3 seconds. (Probably not, but you get the picture!) As boss-lady Jamie likes to remind us, “It’s better to be overdressed than under dressed!” (I guess that’s a big N-O to the heels and PJS then?)
Am I too old for this?
The answer is no, absolutely not. Unless you’re try to style a Hello Kitty Tee with a pair of jelly sandals, I don’t want to hear this question. There are several ways to take clothing you’re unsure of and turn it into something you’re confident in. Tank-top blouses seem to be a constant struggle. Instead of leaving that tank you love hanging on the rack, (doomed to regret it later) try styling it with a blazer for a chic look that provides a little extra comfort. My favorite fix for this tiny top annoyance is to throw on a denim jacket. It’s rare that I meet a denim jacket that I don’t like!
While I’m here, let me give you the skinny on denim. If you don’t already own a pair of skinny jeans, now is the time to invest. This trend isn’t going anywhere anytime soon! I promise the right fit flatters all body types. In addition to the skinny jean, we need to have a conversation about high waisted denim. The style has made its comeback and for the love of all things denim, please don’t fight it! Personally, it’s hard not to go a little overboard with my high-waste obsession! (If even that’s possible) High waisted anything seems to solve a whole plethora of my problems. (Like too much pasta on wine Wednesdays) I love the extra security I feel with this style. I need my jeans move with me and not against me! My favorite tall person and ES girl Ashley loves the high waisted fit because it gives her the freedom to invest in those tops that needed to be just a smidge longer to wear with a mid-rise denim.
The most important thing to remember in this industry is fashion fades but style last a lifetime. If you like it, wear it! Who you are is special and the way you dress is the best way to show the world just who you are.
Confidence is key! Those are words to live by toots.
No matter what questions you might have, your ES girls have got your back!
Feel free to drop us a comment with any fashion conundrums that have got you stumped this week! We love hearing from you!
]]>
Last summer, owner Jamie introduced Ella & Scott shoppers to the THML clothing brand and we haven’t been the same since!
Some of you might even remember the first THML collection we launched last June. I mean, how could you forget? Fresh bold patterns and bright colors? All laid across the most amazing assortment of fabrics? See, I knew you remembered! The Coastal Collection was EVERY-THING, and a personal favorite of mine! It was a total reflection of all things summer. In honor of July 4th, the All-American Collection launched shortly after and there wasn’t a shopaholic out there that wasn’t wearing the red, whites, and blues of our new favorite brand!
Last summer THML totally killed it!
So, our expectations are just as high as yours but believe me when I say this, the new ZEST for LIFE Collection will-not-disappoint. The pieces have only gotten better and brighter over the past year and the obsession is STILL unreal! If the quality and originality of each piece isn’t enough, Jamie Scott goes the extra mile with each THML shipment to build a collection of items that fit your life at this very moment. Once the pieces are collected it’s time for us ES girls to get to work! Between steaming, tagging, naming, describing, wearing, photographing, and promoting each item, we get pretty attached to these clothes. (Which is probably why they all end up in my closet…. Hmm.)
The next best thing to bringing home a new arrival at the end of a long work day is the excitement we get from being able to share these pieces with our customers when they walk through the door. We hope this collection inspires you to dress like every day is a special occasion!
There are seven amazing tops in this collection which means if you buy them all then a whole weeks’ worth of outfits is already planned! Score!
No need to thank me!
If the “Drippin In Finesse” top hasn’t already made its way into your cart, I would suggest you break away from your reading and go take care of that.
I absolutely love a good gingham print and the added tassels around the neckline of this top really makes it stand apart from the others. It’s always nice to have several statement pieces like this top hanging in the closet. They make getting ready a breeze when I’m in a rush to get out of the house. Throw on some white skinnies and a nude heel and you’ve got a bold look that people will think you spent hours putting together. Pair it with white denim shorts and a cognac sandal if you’re after a casual daytime look!
Please tell me you know what color chartreuse is?
Along with mustard and marigold, this particular shade of yellow is the “it” color this season. My closet is literally bursting with sunshine because of my newly found love for this color. I honestly feel like it’s probably impossible to be sad if you’re wearing any form of yellow. “You Glow Girl” is definitely a staff favorite from the ZEST for Life collection. I can already tell you this new arrival is going to fly out of the store once ES shopaholics catch wind of it! Go ahead and take another intermission.
You can only click that “add-to-cart” button for so long!
The “Seas the Day” tank is another hot item you won’t want to miss!
At this point, you’ve probably noticed two things. We L-O-V-E love tassels! And we’re obsessed with navy details! I mean, have you ever met a person that doesn’t look good in the color navy blue? Me either. The “Seas the Day” top has all the types of YES that a summer outfit needs. Can I wear it with dark denim? Yes. Can I wear it with light denim? Yes. Can I wear it with white skinnies? Yes. Will it hide my food baby when I wear it on date-night?
The Dress
The “Livin My Best Life” dress is a perfect representation of this entire collection. The subtle pops of neon embroidery on this super soft canvas fabric makes me giddy! (Like a 4-year-old-playing-with-glitter-for-the-first-time kind of giddy.) Hot new arrivals tend to have that effect on an ES girl. The flirty neckline was the first thing to catch my attention after seeing the awesome use of neon pink on this dress. Off the shoulder dresses are a summer favorite around the store but we can’t resist a good scoop neck when we see one! And did I mention that the inside of this dress is lined with the creamiest of silk fabrics? It will blow your mind with how comfortable it is!
Details, people. It’s all about the Details.
Check back next week for another dose of new arrivals! Can you handle more? We sure hope so!
Shop the full collection in-store and online NOW!
&
Don't forget to snag a pair of the new Sneak Peak denim shorts before you checkout!
]]>
You’ve been day dreaming of sandy beaches and a golden tan since last December. You couldn’t be more prepared. You’ve booked the hotel, purchased your plane tickets, scheduled a massage, prepaid the excursions, and your VACAY activity spreadsheet is finally complete! Right?! Maybe not. Maybe you’re like me and you haven’t done any of that because you’re way too busy trying to find your passport, and your driver’s license, and your debit card… and your car keys… Ugh, the struggle is real. But, no worries! There’s no judgment here at ES. I’m a firm believer that there’s no better plans than the plans that weren’t planned at all! Keeping it together isn’t always as simple as it seems when you’re headed out on a week long vacation. You’re ES girls are here to help! Whether you’ve got it all together or you simply cannot, we’ve got you covered with these key essentials you don’t want to leave behind.
ES Insider Tip: Get your tan on before you get your tan on with one of these ES approved self-tanners! It’s not easy finding a self-tanner that’s easy to use and doesn’t turn you a scary shade of I-don’t-even-know-what. Try Bronze Glow Self-Tanning Gradual Tan Lotion by Ulta Beauty. It’s a serious game changer for all of you spray tanners out there! It’s only $10 and this tanner is buy 2 get 1 free right now at Ulta! Boss Lady, Jamie Scott, stays glowing on the daily! Achieve her level of bronze by using Body Blur Sunless Glow Instant Tanning HD Skin Finish. Made by Vita Liberata and sold at Ulta. Happy Tanning.
Packing wardrobe pieces that you can wear several different ways is key when you’re a jet setting Bahama-mama that wants to keep their carry-on light. I’m not going anywhere this summer without this Cool As Cabo Kimono. Whether you wear it with pants, shorts, or your teeny weeny yellow polka dot bikini you’ll be thankful you threw this little beauty in that suitcase. Make sure you have a few pair of shorts to choose from while you’re on VACAY. You don’t want to be digging sand out of your pockets everywhere you go this summer. We’ve got you covered at Ella & Scott. Stop by the store and try on a pair of Sneak Peek shorts. We’ve got a ton of styles right now and this is definitely our go-to denim brand when it comes to shorts. Can’t stop by? Shop the look online!
ES Insider Tip: Even if your stateside this summer, style this kimono with some white skinnies and a fun yellow heel. (The perfect yellow shoes are ES goals right now.) We love the extra pop of color these heels add to the overall look. When you’re looking for the perfect top to wear under this kimono, keep it simple. Grab this Oh-So-Soft white ZSupply tee from our website and I promise you’ll end up buying every color we’ve got. (They are AH. MAZ. ING.)
Accessorizing is the last thing I want to think about when I’m trying to cram my whole life into one single solitary suitcase but accessorize we must! The first thing you want to do is pick up a tote that you can use universally throughout your trip. This brown straw bag is every fashion bloggers go-to bag right now. It’s summer chic and BONUS, it holds TONS of our lady crap! YAY! Make sure you’ve got a pair of QUAY sunnies tucked away in this bag somewhere. Ella & Scott just received a new shipment, and we’ve got an awesome selection of styles in-store and online right now!
ES Insider Tip: Get your jewelry basics in order. Keeping up with lots of jewelry on vacation is a big no-no for me. One marg too many and your girl here might leave her flipflops poolside. We are OB-SES-SED with all things Gorjana, at the moment. Throw on these Gorjana studs before heading to the airport and you’re set for the rest of your vacay. If your style calls for a little more pizzazz, try these funky little Ryder Ear Climbers.
You’re almost ready, I promise, but before you zip the final zipper on your suitcase make sure you pack at least one pair of practical shoes. If it were up to me, no shoe gets left behind but for the sake of simplicity and organization let’s say you can only bring one. This nude Steve Madden espadrille flat is it. The one. The one shoe you can wear with anything all summer long. Practical doesn’t mean it can’t be stylish too!
Let’s talk beauty.
Between the salty beach air and the chlorine at the swim-up bar, my hair is done for. Done. For. Paul Mitchell’s Skinny Serum gives me life when my hair has been dried to a crisp. I cannot vacay without it. You can find this awesome leave in hair serum at Ulta, Target, and Walmart. ES owner, Jamie, swears by her Kenra Volume Dry Shampoo to keep her looking fresh while on vacation. Flat and oily hair is not an option if you plan on being photo-ready this summer. Also sold at Ulta.
In addition to my hair being dry when I travel, my skin also needs a little extra TLC. Kopari coconut milk is my favorite. It’s a hand, body, face, and hair solution that smells like coconut heaven. Kopari even makes a travel set that allows you to test their original collection for under $50. I highly recommend. You can order from the official Kopari website or Ulta.
Bring your sunscreen from home. It will save you from spending unnecessary dollars in the hotel gift shop. Our boss lady prefers Neutrogena Clear Face SPF 55 (sold at most drugs stores like Walgreens and CVS). Jamie wears this sunscreen under her Maybelline Pure BB Cream Skin Clearing Perfector (under $10 at Ulta).This 2 in 1 moisturizer/primer combo gives Jamie a light but flawless look that takes zero effort. Oh, and let's not forget our favorite Physicians Formula Bronzer that smells like coconuts! So, you can spend more time soaking up that sunshine while looking your best!
Xoxo, Brittani
]]>When it comes to Sunday, we have a love/hate relationship with it, mainly because we want to partake in the Funday, but know we should be preparing for Monday. We normally like to spend our Sunday’s worshipping, brunching, and lounging with a little bit of online shopping to end the day! In order to have a successful week ahead, we have to strive for balance with our Sunday habits. If you’re like us and would be willing to do just about anything to catch a few more Z’s Monday morning, we have a few life hacks for you to practice on Sunday in order to get your mind right for the week.
LIFE HACK #1: PICK OUT YOUR OUTFIT AHEAD OF TIME.
By picking out your outfit the night before, this will allow you to spend less time getting ready in the morning, which in turn could score you a few extra minutes to grab coffee before work and still be on time.
LIFE HACK #2: PRE-PLAN YOUR MEALS OR MEAL PREP FOR LUNCH.
When you pack your lunch the night before, not only will it save you money, but it’ll also make you feel better knowing you’re starting the week off with a healthy lunch. This will help you make good choices throughout the week and you’ll feel more energized…and maybe we’ll actually use our gym membership this week (fingers crossed).
LIFE HACK #3: TIDY UP.
There’s no better feeling than coming home after a long Monday to a clean house! Let’s be honest, we know it won’t stay clean throughout the week, but it puts you ahead of the game and will make your Monday just a little bit easier. This will also give you more time to start preparing dinner or spend time with your family.
LIFE HACK #4: MAP OUT THE WEEK.
Whether you have a big meeting at work this week, your kids after school activities, or you need to pencil in some “Me Time” (because this is VERY important). Grab your phone, open up your notes and start your To-Do list of all the things you need to get done this week. Another great feature for all you iPhone users is the REMIND app. This nifty little app will send a pop up reminder on your screen of anything you save to it!
LIFE HACK #5: DO YOU.
Now that you’ve finished the hard part, which really doesn’t take too long, spend the rest of your Sunday doing you. Whether that means taking a bubble bath, shopping our new arrivals at 7PM (wink, wink), or indulging in your favorite dessert, it’s important that you take the time to do what you want to do before the week begins and you have obligations.
Happy Sunday Shopaholics!!
]]>The girls here at E+S have so many things to be thankful for this year. We have a team that feels like family, the most amazing customers, and a very supportive community! However, there is one more thing that we are super thankful for and that is Thanksgiving food! It’s no secret that the E+S Girls have a slight obsession with food. From turkey and ham to sweet potato casserole and pumpkin pie, the list could go on for days and we want it all. If we can give any advice about what to wear to a Thanksgiving gathering, it would be that, flowy material is key! You want to be able to eat as much as you want while looking cute in the comfiest way!
A question we hear a lot from friends and customers is what they should bring to Thanksgiving gatherings. As much as we love food, we normally like food that is prepared for us. However, the holidays get us in the spirit to embrace our inner Bobby Flay. We’ve provided a few links to our favorite thanksgiving entrées, but don’t worry we are all about “cooking made easy.” Plus! Check out the links to some of our favorite thanksgiving looks.
Brittani’s Pick: Green Bean Bundles
Ashley’s Pick: Pumpkin Chocolate Muffins
Kaitlin’s Pick: Sweet Potato Casserole
Adriane’s Pick: Pecan Pie
Jamie’s Pick: Cracked Out Chicken Tater Tots
Carrie’s Pick: Maple Brown Butter Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Kaley’s Pick: Cheesy Mac N Cheese
Happy Thanksgiving Shopaholics!
]]>It’s that time of year again for family photos! I don’t know about yall, but it’s one of the most stressful events we go through every year for many reasons. Let’s be honest, Mom has this weight on her shoulders of picking an outfit for everyone in the family so everyone will coordinate, while also trying to look her best. All anyone wants is for these pictures to turn out great, because they’ll be posted on every family member’s fridge, on the picture frame shelf for years to come, or it may very well be your gift to everyone in the family (oh, the pressure!). Don’t fret fashionistas, we are here to help lower that stress level so family picture day will be an enjoyable one! Here’s a few tips to keep in mind when picking out outfits.
There is nothing that makes a small business more successful than it’s own community. Community is the very foundation for actually getting started. Its where you plant your roots and the reason you have courage to nurture your business and watch it grow. One thing we know for sure is that growth comes from the people; the customers who embrace us and support us over the years. Our friends and neighbors grow to love and trust our businesses so when something impacts our community like hurricane Harvey impacted us, it absolutely affects business, but more importantly it impacts the people who have given our businesses life. We are here to help our community even after the storm has passed. The struggles are not over. Our neighbors are still displaced and will be for months to come but no matter what, we are TEXAS STRONG. That’s why we’ve created (super soft and comfy) tees, to not only give our neighbors an extra shirt on their backs, but to also give them a constant reminder to stay strong as we continue to help. 100% of the proceeds will be given to local relief efforts. Directly to our friends and neighbors who still need our help. Please know that as the relief efforts fade, your community never will. We will do whatever we can to help you rebuild your life and get you back on your feet. On behalf of Ella+Scott and K. Guy Designs, We can’t thank our customers and community enough for your support. Please join us in continuing to support and give back to our wonderful community as the recovery continues.
We love you all.
Xoxo
]]>The true definition of a Girl Boss | A woman in control, taking charge of her own circumstances in work & life. Someone who knows her worth and won’t accept anything less. She is not a “mean girl” in fact, she hates “mean girls.” She is empowering and inspiring to those around her. She kicks ass!
We can all recognize a girl boss when we see one. She carries herself with confidence and without fear of failure. She doesn’t fear failure because she knows it’s inevitable. She takes failure and uses it to drive her to be better the next time. I asked our very own Girl Boss and owner of E+S, Jamie, about what being a Girl Boss entails.
#1 Drive: The ability to take control of your own life. If you work hard at your passions, then you can create your own destiny. She wants to inspire others to be the best version of themselves and to follow their dreams.
#2 Confidence: Especially in what you’re doing. Because you will fail, but you have to pick yourself up and keep on moving (even when things aren’t going your way). If you let failure get to you, it will bring you down and it won’t be an easy fight to get back up.
#3 ALWAYS be yourself: “It is better to fail in originality than to succeed in imitation.” –Herman Melbille. It’s totally okay to draw inspiration from others, but you have to take the inspiration and make it your own.
#4 Daily Routine: Although every Girl Boss would love to have a daily routine, this industry doesn’t really allow that. Every day brings a new challenge and sparks a new idea. The day never ends…the brainstorming of ideas starts as soon as the alarm clock goes off and they keep coming until bedtime (and even then the ideas continue). This is what drives me to wake up in the morning to handle business and put those ideas into reality.
#5 Character: Empowerment is a major key to being a Girl Boss. Uplifting other women to succeed in their dreams is so important. As women, we can sometimes get blind-sided in the evils of judgment and comparison. We have to make sure we correct that and set the right example for our future Girl Boss’s to love themselves and others.
Always remember ladies, if you do what you love, you will never have to work another day in your life!
Here are a few of our favorite outfits for aspiring Girl Boss’s! We hope that these outfits will give you the confidence to embrace your inner Girl Boss!
XOXO, Kaitlin
]]>A day of work at E+S is always fun, especially when you are surrounded by coworkers who have basically become family and amazing customers who have become friends. One of our favorite times of the day is when our UPS guy Donald, brings us a shipment of new arrivals! It’s like Christmas day opening each box and pulling out all the new items. You should see the way we react, it’s hysterical.
Behind The Scenes:
But what happens once we get these new arrivals opened up? This is where you, the customer, have inspired us to write this blog post about what happens behind the scenes.
The New Arrivals Are Here:
Once we pop that box open it gets all types of crazy in our back room, from excitement, to massive amounts of plastic…I mean seriously, every brand we carry individually wraps every single item in its own plastic bag and then puts them all together in another plastic bag. And don’t even get me started on all of the silica gel packets; they fall out of every plastic bag like confetti all over the floor. But once that is done we get each item separated out, then we begin to hang and separate inventory for our website!
Get the Prices:
Then we get the prices from our Boss, Jamie, and begin to input all the new inventory in the computer and start printing tag labels. It’s a little tedious, but very efficient! Then we label our own tags and individually tag each piece of inventory.
It’s Getting Steamy:
Then Dun Dun Dun…the steaming begins! That back room starts to feel like Southeast Texas after a long rainy day, PURE humidity. On a brighter note, steaming is very therapeutic. Some of our best life problem solving solutions has come forth during a good steam session.
Styled to Perfection:
Once this is all completed, one of my favorite parts …STYLING! We get to take all of these awesome new arrivals and put them into outfit form from head to toe. When we get that all figured out my next favorite part comes shortly after, PHOTO SHOOT DAY!
– Side Note, but just so ya’ll know- Not sharing every new outfit we put together with our customers immediately is probably the hardest task for our boss!
Model Behavior:
Spring is our favorite season to do photo shoots, because the weather is normally decent. The weather is always the biggest factor of how a photo shoot is going to go since we do our photos outside. When its winter, the girls have goose bumps and shiver, but just keep on smiling and having a good time. Summer is probably everyone’s least favorite; I mean can you blame us? Our most recent photo shoot was brutal. I even got sunburnt from just being out there helping out with getting the girls dressed. Now imagine being one of those girls, on this thick, humid, smoldering hot day and having to change in a pop up tent outside! I have no idea how they didn’t quite literally melt. There was a lot of sweat, but even more laughter. The girls are such troopers when it comes to photo shoots and they never complain. There are constant earring changes, shoe changes, from shirts and jeans to dresses, and everything in between.
What Does This Top Say to You?
Then we begin working on the website. We pull that entire inventory we put aside for our online shoppers and house it in another location than the store inventory. We get that question, “Is the online inventory the same as the store inventory?” a lot and we are here to give you that answer, No. We are just like any other online retail store; the two inventories are separate and different, so always check both locations if you can’t find your size! Once we have all that inventory in front of us, we begin to give each item a name so that everyone can identify the items. A lot of the naming process goes like, “So what does this top say to you when you look at it?” or “What does this item remind you of?” We get a little writers block from time to time so it takes a lot of terrible suggestions, google searching, and brainstorming, to get the right name.
“Describe It As If You Were Telling Your Friend On The Phone What It Looks Like”:
This is the way we go about descriptions for products. I never really read the descriptions on other websites, until I started doing them myself for the E+S website. I have a newfound admiration for all of the little things that go into building a website, because though they are little they are mighty!
Picture Perfect:
When we get the pictures back, first we go on and on about how awesome they came out! Once we’ve stopped gushing about the outfits and whose contour looked bomb in the photos, we plug them into the website for everyone to be able to shop! The pictures are kind of a still shot of all the hard work that went into them! There is so much that goes into the process of a photo shoot that most people don’t know about. It is always so rewarding to see the outcome and to see how all of our customers react to all of the new items!
Recap:
So everything –minus the photoshoot- is what happens on a day to day basis here at E+S, in between helping our fabulous customers of course! The photo shoots are normally a once a week deal! We have some pretty amazing photographers, which makes this process even more enjoyable! When they say “It takes a village”…they were not kidding!
Xoxo, Kaitlin
]]>The perfect weekend forecast…a fabulous outfit and an awesome reason to wear it! We love that Discover Beaumont just keeps bringing their A game with so many great local events. From the Craft Beer Fest to Classic Movie Nights, there is no shortage of things to do lately. We are even more thrilled to team up with them to promote various events throughout the year. They’ve got some epic classic movies in the line-up that you definitely don’t want to miss. Plus, this weekend is the Jazz+Blues Festival and we are giving away free tickets!! Follow us on social media for all the details.
We always want our shopaholics to be weekend ready so as long as Discover Beaumont keeps giving us fabulous events, we’ll make sure you’ve got the perfect weekend outfit. Thanks Discover Beaumont for giving us so many reasons to keep it local.
Check out all the great upcoming events!
This Weekend! Jazz & Blues Festival – January 28th
Classic Movie Nights
February 2nd – Groundhog Day
February 3rd – Chicago
February 10th – Sleepless in Seattle
February 17th – Harry Potter
February 24th – Good Will Hunting
]]>Happy New Year Shopaholics! We hope you ended 2016 with your favorite people in the most smashing outfit of the year…or at home in your pjs with your favorite bottle of vino. Either way 2017 is here and it’s going to be a fabulous year! We aren’t going to be tied down to resolutions because no matter what time of year it is, we resolve to bring you the best of the best in fashion at an affordable price. And of course, we want to give our customers the most fabulous shopping experience ever! We promise to put our best bootie forward every day of the year. There’s so much we are working on for the new year but our first priority is all things fashion in the new year. So what’s in and what’s out for 2017? Well our trusted fashion gods are projecting some good things.
Still going strong
Stripes – We can never have enough, right?! If your closet isn’t full of striped staples already, it will be soon.
Athletic-Inspired Style – To which we say “keep it coming.” It gives us all a better chance of making it to the gym if we’re sporting our athletic style all day long–err, right?
Newcomers
80’s Glam – Say what? We gotta say, the 90s comeback made us feel a bit old so we’ll take a little 80’s inspiration any day! Strong shoulders, lots of shimmer and maybe even ruffles!
Think Pink – Confidence booster; doesn’t the universe tell us we’ll always be “pretty in pink?”
What’s Out
Super high, high heels – it’s about time, our feet have been hurting for years. Thank you athleisure wear, we prefer to strut in sneakers too.
Stretch denim – Goodbye jeggings, we never really liked you anyhow.
xo
]]>The fierce feline of fashion with a “no fear” attitude. Yes we’re talking about leopard print! It’s pretty much the neutral that every woman needs in her closet and trust us, you can’t have just one. It’s always on trend and with the versatility that it brings to your closet, it’s no wonder why we love it so much.
Leopard print is an all around kinda gal. It plays well with color and even pairs well with other patterns. It likes to take center stage and go glam but is not above being an accessory. More importantly, it’s empowering. Leopard print gives women that extra bode of confidence they need to own the workweek and slay the weekend. So swing open those closet doors, pull those animal instincts right off the hanger and don’t look back.
]]>If there’s one thing we love about fashion, it’s a good basic. Why? Because how you rock a basic is how you show your style. Not to mention, it’s versatile and who doesn’t love a little versatility in their wardrobe? We all want to transition from day to night and season to season with ease…and without breaking our budget.
Rejoice, dear friends because we have found the bomb.com of all basics and it’s now right here online and in our stores. The new Z Supply line is the epitome of effortless. Their clothing is all about simplicity, comfort and style and boy do they deliver. The possibilities for styling their pieces are endless. The fabric is ultra soft and lightweight and most of all, they are comfortable beyond belief. Shop the new looks now!!
]]>