CURRENTLY LOVING || runway inspiration

fashion week is happening in new york… and while high fashion runway is not quite my style, DVF and her amazing collections, thought for effortless style and comfort are always my favorite! one of the dresses she sent down the runway this year, and what she was wearing caught my eye! so since this dress is not available yet, i thought i would put together a few looks inspired by its beauty! 

there is something for everyone- style and price wise!

what is your favorite look of the four?!

LOOK 1 ||  dress (lulu's)  // bag (kate spade) // heels (joe's jeans)  

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LOOK 2 || dress (marni) // bag (melie bianco) // booties (kate spade)
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LOOK 3 || dress (dorothy perkins) // bag (clare v) // heels (steve madden)

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LOOK 4 || dress (asos) // bag (danielle nichole // boots (sheplers)

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1 // 2 // 3 // 4 // 5 // 6 // 7 similar and similar // 8 // 9 

labor day has already come and gone?! which means fall is around the corner?!
this year is just sailing by!
every year i have a hard time putting away the white jeans/pants for the winter months, which is why today i rocked them to the office --- summer is not over yet!! at least not in texas, where 90 degree days are not a thing of the past just yet!

but looking around (fall fashion) all signs point to fall!
this blazer in particular caught my eye, and had me thinking layers, cozy scarfs and hot tea!
it will have to be day-dreaming for now… cold weather will most likely not kick in until late October, that's if where lucky here in texas...

CURRENTLY LOVING

1. // 2. // 3. // 4. // 5. // 6. // 7. // 8. // 9.

getting back to an every day work routine has not been easy. getting back into a work and blogging routine/schedule has been even harder!
so bare with me if the blog posts only slowly get back on to a regular schedule...!

going back to a office job was not an easy decision to make. but working for a grassroots non-profit came with its own list of risks, including no guarantee for always being funded. so the bills had to get paid and an opportunity came up that was too good for me to pass up or not at least give it a good try!
the part that was not difficult however, was 'back to work' shopping! working from home for the past two and a half years was a wonderful excuse to save money by not buying heels and cute dresses on the regular. but having a reason to re-load and reevaluate my closet for getting back on track was great!
I didn't go crazy on all things new... I did a deep cleaning in my closet, putting together new outfits and new options based on what I already had. but I did add a few new fun items! 
like this great pair of heels - they were on sale, with an additional 20% off - how could I NOT!? they push the envelope just a little, but under a pair of pants, they are the perfect transition from office to happy hour or dinner!

what are some items you added to your closet for 'back to school' ?!

oh, and I will always find an excuse for a new mug. like new desk = new mug. THIS mug is going to be a favorite for a long time. its such a great reminder of how to start off your day!!

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ya'll. cactus is everywhere these days. everywhere!

i think is adorable/can be super cute when done tastefully and not to look like old mid-western themed vacation home!

so, that being said…. here are some darling cactus finds i am currently loving… especially the biscuit home finds. 
lets be honest, if my budget was larger, i would  putting one of everything in my shopping cart right now!!

what are your thoughts on cactus?!

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O N E  |  T W O  |  T H R E E  |  F O U R  |  F I V E  |  S I X

two things i currently can't get enough of ( in moderation of course!) summer time margaritas and lighting my barr-co candle (anthropologie carries them too!) when i come home in the afternoons! 

don't worry, i don't have margs everyday, but if that was an option, i would not be opposed it it whatsoever!

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O N E  |   T WO  |  T H R E E  |  F O U R  |  F I V E  |  S I X  |  S E V E N  |  E I G H T  |  N I N E

my brother- in- laws favorite holiday is just a few days away… 'merica day!!
break out your red, white and blue and go all out celebrating Independence Day this year!

i put together some of my favorite blue and red finds out there right now, that we not going to break the bank for a last minute #ootd for the weekend! personal favorite, a casual romper of course! its going to be HOT here in texas this weekend, so a lightweight romper is a great option to try and stay cool….with a cold adult beverage in hand of course;)

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O N E  |  T W O  |   T H R E E  |  F O U R  |  F I V E  |  S I X 

seems like there are all things tassel and fringe everywhere right now!

which is why i have my eye on this pretty little white number from topshop. you can't really see the fringe across the bottom in the above picture, but if you look closely … its there!! 

also, i've been on the hunt for a good pair of denim shorts/romper combination. when i saw these on sale on oldnavy.com the other morning, i knew it was calling my name!

last week on 'currently loving' i highlighted a few of my favorite things from paizlee.com … i still can't get over how cure their things are and how amazing the prices are to boot - so this bag made my list this week!

last but not least.. have you heard of puravida bracelets?!
i've had my eye on the 'yoga girl' stack, and as soon as they were back in stock i placed my order. i wear them all the time - they are cute and fresh for the summer .. a portion of the proceeds from your purchase of this pack goes towards the barncancerfonden charity, which works towards eradicating childhood cancer through care and support of children and their families.
they are currently out of stock of this particular stack.. but on the bright side, you can use this code: 'GRAJALES10' for 10% off your next purchase!!

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after all day on the beach, a breezy dress and natural beach waves is one of my favorite things!

be sure to check out the paizlee shop (dress above) -- my girl emily has the cutest things with some amazing prices!!

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i've been following a few of my favorite blogs for a while now, and decided that i need to at least have one day a week with a little fashion on my blog as well. because lets be honest, some of my favorite blogs are my go-to for fun, fresh, new fashion finds! no promises, but i am going to try and have a 'currently loving' fashion/accessories post on wednesdays!

currently i am hooked on all things @furbishstudio and @tuckernuck 
hence the reason most of my picks this week are from those two places!
if you haven't checked out either of these sites.. hurry, cuz like me, you've been missing out. 

i had the YOGA tank on my weekend post last week.. and i am entered in an instagram giveaway to win one, you should enter too, or head over and pick your favorite tank in this cute little shop!

THE COLOR CORAL

theres just something about coral, its always a good summer color!

plus is instantly makes you feel more tan, at least thats the truth for me. 

this week, monday, one of my dear friends celebrated her birthday and it called for a little 'dress up' on early in the week! since it was monday, i tried to keep it casual and fun - and coral is always fun!

heres what i put together:

scarf | similar @ anthropologie,  johnny was

jeans | AG jean 

bangles |  kate spade 

shirt | old navy

tote | bcbgeneration (this years)

wedges | similar  @ nordstrom 

hair | linsey @ tru salon  dallas

WEEKEND CASUAL

sunday funday looked a little like this: 

morning coffee on the back porch

lunch with my newly married sister, who just got back from her honeymoon!

afternoon at mama lanes house, pool side of course

and family supper with the grandparents

my cozy look for the day looked a little something like this: 

hat | nordstrom rack 

shirt | rag & bone (similar)

shorts | target 

shoes | chuck taylor classic

sunglasses | carrera

... new to this outfit posting thing...

thinking maybe my sister needs to take the next few for me!

LUKE'S LOCKER | SPRING 2014

Remember back in January when Luke's Locker asked me to come in and try on (check out the post here!) some of their winter 2014 collections?! Well, thanks to you guys (my awesome readers) and the feedback they got they asked me to come back and thumb-through and try on some of the fun and colorful new spring lines!

If you live near a Luke's Locker and you haven't already been in for a visit, it's time to make the trip!

You must check out their training and events,  especially if you are a runner. 

Now, if you follow the blog, you know I am not a runner, not even by any stretch of the imagination! I am a yogi any day of the week - so you should not be looking at my 'form' while I 'trot' around the packing lot, but rather at the cool clothes I got to try on and enjoy for the morning!  :)

Most of the pieces below are available in the online shop. 

if its not, be sure to run over to a luke's locker closest to your before things sell out....

(all of the items below are currently available at the dallas|mockingbird location)

l o o k   o n e   |   r u n n i n g

underarmour | fly-by shirt

underarmour | still gotta have sports bra

asics running | noosa tri 9

l o o k   t w o   |   r u n n i n g

lucas hugh | sulpher t-shirt

lucas hugh | prism print leggings

splits59 | danica trailblazer tank

nike running | free 3.0 flyknit 

l o o k   t h r e e   |   y o g a

beyond yoga | big reveal tank

beyond yoga | everyday racerback contrast bra

beyond yoga | essential gathered legging

l o o k   f o u r   |   y o g a
beyond yoga | day cape
onzie | capri pant
onzie | all in one tank

l o o k   f i v e   |   t e n n i s 
nike | feather light tennis visor
adidas/ stella mccartney | barricade tennis dress 
adidas tennis | barricade adilibria school

l o o k   s i x    |   l i f e s t y l e 

nike | pro printed sportsbra

tonic | practice tank 

tonic | crop veda pant

hari mari | flip flops

prana | soleil satchel 

This was such a fun morning - thanks to Khristal for the help and photography skills!

 I loved each of these looks - so hard to choose favorites, when everything fit so well and the services is so friendly and helpful!

What's your favorite look!?

Dear Luke's Locker, the nicest team, Khristal for all your help, and my girl Jayna, 

thank you so much for having me back- I had a blast trying on all the new collections 

and playing workout dress-up for the morning!  Love me some Luke's Locker!!

x o x o - T h e   L a n e 

** Hair credits to the amazing Linsey @ TRU Salon in Dallas **

LUKE'S LOCKER

i am soo excited about today's post!

as you know, i have not really been much of a 'fashion blogger' in the past, but when my dear friend asked me to come in an try one some of luke's locker amazing new gear and share it with all my sweet readers i was all over it.... nervous about the picture part, but all over it;)

if you live near a luke's locker and you haven't already, 

you have to check out their training and events,  especially if you are a runner.

here's all about my morning at luke's locker: 

before the store opened, we met- picked out 4 looks to share with you guys!

i wanted to be sure the looks would fit into my 'everyday life i would wear this' look and that they fit with my personality. luke's locker is for sure a 'runners go-to' store, but there is so much more waiting for you inside! i'm not a runner, but i would defiantly wear each of these looks we picked out. 

hands down, luke's locker has the best selection for workout gear in texas... yup, i said it!

most of the pieces below are available in the online shop. 

if its not, be sure to run over to a luke's locker closest to your before things sell out....

(all of the items below are currently available at the dallas|mockingbird location)

l o o k   o n e:

c&c california | leggings 

 under armor | seamless bra 

under armor | fly-by top 

nike | flicker distance jacket 

 new balance | 1400vs running

l o o k   t w o:

rese | power eva bra 

nike | printed tank 

 nike | legendary slim pant 

 nike | hyperwarm hoodie 

 nike | aeroloft vest 

brooks, pureproject | pure cadance3 shoe

l o o k   t h r e e:

nux | serene wrap 

 rese | power eva bra 

 new balance | vision tank 

 pureproject | seamless capri

nike | aeroloft vest

 nike | air pegasus+

l o o k   f o u r:

 alo | goddess legging 

 nike | favorites tank 

 alo | high-low tunic

stella mccartney | gym bag 

 manduka | pro lite mat

i loved each of these looks!

for sure the yoga (l o o k   f o u r) wins overall- but thats just the little yogi in me ;)

it's so hard to narrow it down- everything in the store was calling my name. from the looks i have 

at least one favorite piece:

l o o k   o n e :

nike - flicker distance jacket  and the new balance - 1400vs running

this jacked is amazing- in the dark the it's the most reflective ever!

and these shoes.. so light, so comfortable and colorful- LOVE.

l o o k   t w o :

nike - legendary slim pant  and the  nike - hyperwarm hoodie

the slim pant is a classic. great for any workout really, or weekend pants. just perfect. 

and this hoodie- amazing fit, in all the right areas, light weight, warm and so cozy!!

l o o k   t h r e e :

nux - serene wrap  > this is literally the most comfortable wrap! 

great for to and from the studio (gym) or for a cozy weekend sweater. its a classic.

l o o k   f o u r :

 as i mentioned above. this was my favorite overall look. 

the alo leggings are my new favorite yoga pant!

and stipes.. stripes are always a go-to for me. and can we talk about the built-in sports bra on this baby?! nike has seriously stepped up their game.

dear luke's locker, the nicest team, and my girl jayna, 

thank you so much for having me in- i had a blast trying on all of your fun workout wears!

the invitation to come try on the new arrivals was an honor. 

there were just too many favorite things to pick just one favorite - not a bad problem to have:)

i am already looking forward to my next visit!!

x o x o - the lane

BRILLIANT EARTH

i was recently contacted by the darling people at Brilliant Earth to participate in a personality style challenge. if you are a regular on this blog, but know this is not normally something i part-take in, but after doing a little research on their website the thing that drew me in was their commitment to ethically source diamonds.

Our mission is to cultivate a more ethical, transparent, and sustainable jewelry industry.We hold true to our values of awareness and transparency by carefully tracking our diamonds' origins. We go beyond the usual standard to guarantee that our diamonds originate from ethical and environmentally responsible sources. -Brilliant Earth

 their values and mission truly stand out from countless others in the diamond industry. so i decided why not, this is something i have not done before and it has been great to work with them!

we were given several different personality styles to chose from. it's hard for me to narrow down my style, when i love to mix and match to give something my own personal style... so i mixed it up a little:   i would be a "vintage blue jeans and tee shirt kind of girl"!!

here's what i put together: 

jewelry || all from brilliant earth: earrings, necklace, rings 

coat v i n c e | boots n a p a p i r i | bag m a d e w e l l | jeans o l d  n a v y

thank you so much for including me in this challenge, Brilliant Earth!

i enjoyed informing myself about your diamonds on your website, and really enjoyed putting your pretty pieced with an everyday outfit!

since you here- lets get social!

f a c e b o o k  

  t w i t t e r  

  i n s t a g r a m

GIFT GUIDE : FOR HER

asos bracelet || truffle no 1 clarity || j.crew pajama set || tiffany's necklace || ralph lauren parfume 

travel camera cover || camera strap || northface down vest || sorels carley boots || michael kors watch

     jon hart burleson bag and weekender (matching in black!!)

monday's post was all about the perfect gift for the men in your life ... what about whats on your list?! 

today i am sharing with you a few things on my wish list... i've realized over the years most things are practical and very useful rather than things that i think i really really need to have and then end up only enjoying for a few weeks. 

what is on your wish list this year?!

and... in other news... i am guest blogging for the beautiful and amazing blogger brittany!

it's  all about dating my cowboy, how we met, how we didn't date for a while, and how we now make our long-distance relationship work and how we had invited God into our relationship!!

BEYOND WISH LIST #3

1 emi-jay hair ties (sold at BEYOND) || 2 nancy rose pants (sold at BEYOND) || 3 itunes gift cards || 4 nancy rose sweatshirt (sold at BEYOND) || 5minnetonka mukluk boots || 6 jawbone UP 

7 nest holiday candle || 8 gwyneth paltrow cook book

today is round three of the BEYOND Studio Instructors Holiday Wish list / Gift Guide!

it is always nice to know what the fitness lovers, who live, breath and teach everyday 

would love like to see under the tree this year!

so when we asked kendall, my daily partner in crime, pilates enthusiast, yoga lover and down right good friend to share her 'holiday wish list' it was no surprise that most of her 'must-haves' are for sale at the BEYOND Studios!

if you missed part one go here and part two is here!

if you are in the dallas area, send me a little email and we can talk about setting up your first visit to BEYOND!

**stay tuned for more BEYOND amazing wish lists this week and next**

GIFT GUIDE: FOR HIM

letherman wingman and sleeve || kenneth cole chukka boots || MAKR one wallet || scotch&soda gloves

ted baker travel kit || j.crew sweater ||  mens stationary || gap boxers || j.crew belt

finding the perfect gift for the men in your life can he really hard. 

finding the perfect gift for a rancher can be even harder - there were horse blankets, hammers and 

cinch buckles on my mans wish-list this year. 

but above are some of my favorite finds for the men on your list this year- with plenty of time to check off the list. there are still a few days left to order online and have the boxes arrive in time for christmas!

or if you dont trust some of the delivery times, nordstrom for example will let you order online and then email you when its ready for pick-up in a store close to you. genius!

oh and i am so excited to be one of the featured bloggers on happy is a choice this morning!! 

head over to visit brittany's blog- theres a starbucks giveaway to win as well!!

BEYOND WISH LIST #2

1 jessica moto leggings, body rock (available at BEYOND || 2 knee highs, toesox 

3 carry me om tote, lululemon || 4 juice cleanse, roots juices || 5 wellness formula, source naturals  

6 coffee, cafe bustelo || 7 reve de miel lip balm, nuxe 

today is round two of the BEYOND Studio Instructors Holiday Wish list / Gift Guide!

it is always nice to know what the fitness lovers, who live, breath and teach everyday 

would love like to see under the tree this year!

so when we asked adria (who's a fabulous birthday girl this week!!) to share some of her favorite things  i was super pumped that she shared some of her 'wellness' necessities... 

adria literally has the best skin.ever.

if you missed part one, if here!

if you are in the dallas area, send me a little email and we can talk about setting up your first visit to BEYOND!

**stay tuned for more BEYOND amazing wish lists this week and next**

ALL DECKED OUT IN ANTHROPOLOGIE

dress || earrings || rings || rings || bracelets || bracelets || booties || tights || bra & panties 

love me some reasons to dress up. but nothing over the top and this is right up my alley! its dressy, cool and comfortable! which in my book should always be at the top of the list!

anthropologie is maybe one of my favorite stores. i could spend hours in one of their stores... so many pretty fabrics, trinkets, giftables and where you can find a full outfit for any occasion! 

i dont have too many holiday parties on the calendar this year, but if i did, this would be my go-to outfit!

**lucky you.... anthropologie is offering 20% off full priced jewelry today!**

BEYOND WISH LIST #1

1 The Activ8r™  || 2 White Edition, Jimmy Choo ||  3 Holiday Feast, Bocce's Bakery 

4 Full Body Soma System Package || 5 High Rise HotPants, Zaggora (available at BEYONDstudios) 

6 Subscription to Pilatessstyle || 7 Cabernet Sauvignon, Skinnygirl Cocktails || 8  Define Bottle  

 9  Water Bobble || 10  OSKAR Humidifier

i am so excited to share this BEYOND wish list with you guys today!

we all have one (or a few) workout nuts on our wish list this year- and what better person to ask than the fitness instructors themselves about what they have on their wish lists?!

recently i have been taking my workouts #BEYOND at the BEYOND Pilates Studios in Dallas. 

if you have not tried this workout yet, you are going to want to asap! its a full body workout and amazing toning, tightening techniques you will notice almost immediately!

BEYOND has put together a little series with a few of their favorite instructors and they are letting me share these wish lists with you!!

we all love a little lululemon, but there is more out there to make the fitness nuts go nuts about a gift this year!!

PS: if you are in dallas, send me a dm and we can talk about setting up a free first fist to BEYOND!

**stay tuned over the next few weeks for more BEYOND amazing wish lists**