This post was sponsored by Carolina Premium Outlets. All opinions are my own.
Happy Monday, sweet friends! I hope y’all had a lovely weekend and a beautiful Easter. For some reason, I just can’t get my head around the fact that it is April. I feel like it was just New Year’s Eve and now we are full swing into spring and the days are finally getting longer. About two weeks ago, one of my BFFs and I headed to Smithfield, NC to visit Carolina Premium Outlets to get a head start on spring fashion. Carolina Premium Outlets is eastern North Carolina’s premier outlet shopping destination with over 80 of the most sought-after outlet retail stores. Y’all know by now that “sale”, “clearance” and “last chance” are literally some of my favorite words, so of course, outlet shopping has a special place in my heart. If y’all follow me on Snapchat and/or Instagram stories, you know I cannot turn away from a good sale and that’s probably why I have over 70 pairs of shoes and have never paid paid full price for any, holla! So getting the latest spring trends from Carolina Premium Outlets everyday for up to 65 percent off, is the place I want to be for shopping this season. I was able to peak at a bunch of new items, summer trends and new stores during my visit but want to share my top 5 favorite trends I love, upcoming events + how to win a $50 giftcard!
1| Floral Print + 2| Pastels
Top: Banana Republic | Pants: Loft
ICYMI, I’ve styled floral a few times over the past few weeks and I am so excited that I found this trend everywhere at Carolina Premium Outlets. Florals are the ultimate print for all things church, brunch, weddings, birthdays, date night and everything else in between. This top is a delicate floral print which is perfect to pair with pretty pastels (tongue twister, ah). LOFT and Aeropostale at your must-stop spots at CPO for florals this season. Here are a few of my other favorites:
3 | Slip-on sneaks
Brand: Dr. Scholl’s Store: Naturalizer
Y’all, I rarely wear sneakers unless I’m going to the gym/to workout or moving. However I am trying to get outside of my comfort zone this season and was on the hunt for the perfect slip-on sneakers for everyday errands and life. I found these adorable snake print kicks at Naturalizer from the Dr. Scholl’s brand. The best part about them, besides the adorable print, is that they have memory foam and a supportive backing so I can wear them all day long with no pain. There were so many great colors and prints to pick from at across a few stores at Carolina Premium Outlets but Naturalizer hands down had the best selection. Here a few more of my favorite styles + prints:
4 | Arm Details + 5| Statement Earrings
Dress: Ann Taylor | Earrings: Dressbarn
Spoiler Alert: This was my Easter dress yesterday! The corral color is the perfect match for my skintone and I love the fit for sitting/standing for long periods. Fun sleeves including ruffles are all the rage this season and this is a bandwagon I’m 110% willing to join. One of the reasons I picked this dress in particular is because it was simple and something I could wear over and over again. I’ve also noticed that this style of dress is becoming majorly popular this season because the relaxed shape fits every single body type. As a size 8/10 myself and standing at 5’0, I know the struggle of trying to make popular trends work for your body type and the many frustrations behind it. I would recommend this dress to all my friends from a size 2 to 12 to 22 and know that they will look amazing in it. As we all know, statement earrings are my thing (yes, with shoes) so I had to snag these corral drop earrings from Dressbarn. They were the last pair but I noticed there were so many different styles of statement earrings for all the different colors that will be popular this spring. Here a few more arm/sleeve detail styles I was crushing on during my trip:
On top of these trends, there are a few amazing deals that are still going on/coming up:
Jockey Real Fit Bra event: 2 bras for $99 + in-store measuring
Banana Republic: 50%-70% off the entire store
Perfumania: Free gift with new Sofia Vergara Tempting Paradise Scent
Under Armour: 2 for $30 tees, tanks and shorts
And because I loved shopping so much at Carolina Premium Outlets in Smithfield, I’m offering one of my readers a $50 giftcard! Here’s how to enter:
1 | Follow me: www.instagram.com/lotsofsassblog
2 | Follow Carolina Premium Outlets: www.instagram.com/carolinapremiumoutlets
3 | Join Carolina Premium Outlets’ FREE VIP shopper club, a membership-based club for the savviest shoppers. Members have access to the exclusive online offers not available to the public and also receive periodic center updates: premiumoutlets.com/vip
That’s it! In about 2 minutes you’ll be entered to win a $50 giftcard to Carolina Premium Outlets to get your spring shopping started! The contest will run until April 8th at 11:59pm and the winner will be announced next week on the blog, Instagram and Facebook. In the meantime, keep up with Carolina Premium Outlets on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Good luck to everyone entering and I can’t wait to see what you put together. Thanks for reading! -xo, Azanique <3
Laura || Walking in Memphis in High Heels says
Oh my gosh so many amazing new things! That dress though, looks stunning on you, and I love the heels you paired it with too! Also that BR top is super pretty and perfect for Spring!
ohdarlingblog says
So many cute and new clothing/shoes! Always so much fun going on a little shopping spree. Your Easter dress is so cute and looks so great on you. Thanks for sharing!
xo, lydia
Azanique Rawl says
I totally agree girl!
Deborah says
Outlet shopping is my favorite activity! These are all such great pieces! I love that dress on you!
Annaliese says
I love all of your outfits that you picked up!! So cute for spring. I love outlet shopping- it’s so fun to find good deals!
xoxo A
http://www.southernbelleintraining.com
Sheena Sreekeessoon says
I adore that peach dress on you! What a gorgeous find! x
Sheena
https://afashionstudentsdiary.blogspot.co.uk
Azanique Rawl says
Thanks babe
Lovely Leslie says
Great looks..I have a similiar dress for Mother’s Day ..if I dont find a sale.
Azanique Rawl says
Thank you for stopping by 🙂
Gita Woosley says
Ah I’m loving all these spring colors. Makes me even more annoyed that it’s currently snowing in NYC lol
Azanique Rawl says
Thanks girl! I hope you’re having a great summer
sofieyah says
i definitely don’t need to go shopping… but i totally want to go shopping after having seen this post xD
Laura at Fairly Southern says
I loveeee that floral top with the mint green pants!! So Spring!
Sara says
Girlfriend you look STUNNING in this neon coral dress! Such a great color and those sleeves are so fun!
Nicole Booz says
I love your style!! You incorporate color in such bold ways. I can’t wait to order some new spring and summer clothes.
Suzanne Spiegoski-Decamps says
This is such a cute dress! You look amazing.
Azanique Rawl says
Thank you
annaefox01 says
You definitely found some fun pieces for spring!
nicholle says
You found such cute pieces! I need to wear more color!
-Nicholle
http://www.nichollesophia.com
Azanique Rawl says
Thank you! I love adding pops of color in my wardrobe
theeyetraveler says
Stunning looks! I love those comfy sneakers and how you paired it, so fabulicious!
Azanique Rawl says
Thank you so much
spoonfulofsparkles says
You are looking oh so cute! Getting new pieces for a new season is always so fun. I love the pink block heels the most!
Azanique Rawl says
Thank you doll!
Jenny says
All of these looks are so cute! I especially love the last dress.
Nicole says
Arm details are so huge right now! I just bought the most beautiful gingham dress with exaggerated sleeves! Oh and I love a good deal too!!
Annette @ Textures of Grace says
Looks like you got some amazing deals. I remember when I used to never wear sneakers and now I can’t seem to get enough. Your Easter dress was perfect.
Azanique Rawl says
Me too! I totally want to start getting more sneakers now
Alexis Reliford says
Love that dress! It does look amazing on your skin!
kileen says
I think those slip on look so cute on you ! & loving this dress, such a pretty color!
Kileen
cute & little
Marissa says
Loving that coral dress on you! So pretty! 🙂
Kenzi || Life of a Sister says
That coral dress is so stunning on you! I love that floral top with those pastel pants, so pretty!
Azanique Rawl says
Thank you <3
Stephanie says
You’re making me want to go outlet shopping now! The closest outlets to me are in Williamsburg, but worth the trek for those deals! I love all the goodies you found and the outfits you put together!
Annie says
I think I need those pink shoes! You found some great pieces 🙂
ajmobley says
Those sleeves are literally darling. SO obsessed. -Taylor Mobley blondeandambitiousblog.com
Azanique Rawl says
Me too girl!
medicinemanicures says
Love all these outfits!! I love that coral dress and those pink heels for spring!
xo, Kristina
Azanique Rawl says
Thank you so much!
mylifeaslaurr says
So fun and springy! Loving the colors. Outlet shopping is always the best too.
Xx,
Lauren | lifestylesbylauren.com
Christina @ Hugs and Lattes says
I looove those sneakers!
Kimmie says
That salmon colored dress and mint pants look amazing on you girl!!!!
stylelullaby says
you got so many great spring picks! I am especially loving the light mint green pants and your salmon dress. so beautiful! xo
Cameron - Diary of a Southern Millennial says
All of these outfits are so cute! Love those bright heels and the dress!
Nicole of What Nicole Wore says
Those fuchsia heels that you snagged are EVERYTHING! Love the color.
adriana says
This is such a gorgeous spring look! I looove this color on you!
Allison Ryan (@allisonsaysso) says
Love love those pink heels and that ruffle dress (I have one similar in a purple color)!
Lauryn Hock says
I looooove those seafoam green pants on you!
Mary Leigh @ Live Well Play Together says
You and those ruffle sleeves! I love all the looks you picked on your shopping trip and let’s be real about those sneakers – I would have them on repeat around here!
Azanique Rawl says
I love ruffle sleeves and I cannot lie! Thanks girl
Megan Elliott (@LushtoBlush) says
I’m LOVING these outfits on you babe! Have me so excited for warmer weather! I cannot believe it’s April either. This year is flyingggg by!
hannahcstark says
Obsessed with your first outfit!! I love all the spring vibes as well! Those pink heels are sooo cute:)
xoxo, Hannah
Louella Reese says
So pretty! Loving all of these looks. Especially the one with mint pants. Those are the cutest and so perfect for spring!
xo Laura Leigh
http://www.louellareese.com
Azanique Rawl says
Thank you so much love!
Morgan Klein says
Outlet shopping is the best!!!! I love that coral colored dress. So pretty!
McKenna Bleu says
You look adorable in all these outfits. I love the pink heels! I may need to buy those.
Robin @ And Then We Tried says
Loving the mint pants with the bright heels. I never would have tried that color combo but it looks great! Really cute outfits.
Tonya Michelle says
I can tell you are a shoe girl!! Absolutely adore the coral dress on you! I need to try this color too, so ready for spring. Its still cold here 🙁
Azanique Rawl says
Thank you babe! Shoes are my weakness and so is anything coral 🙂
Ashley says
I love that Ann Taylor dress on you! It’s gorgeous! Also, those bright heels!