5.31.2012

knit dress. denim jacket.


A knit dress, denim jacket and wedges...it doesn't get much more comfortable than this. 



Dress, Jacket and Bracelet - Loft
Watch and Shoes - Michael Kors
Ring - Homespun Treasures (local store)
Earrings - Express
Belt - Limited
Handbag - Dooney & Bourke

5.30.2012

bright summer florals



Summer florals...love them or leave them? What do you think?

Dress - Thrifted (Express)
Belt and Bag - Limited
Bracelet - Loft
Earrings - Express
Sandals - Gianni Binni from Dillards

5.29.2012

white tee. shorts. converse.





Tee - Gap
ShortsEva from VS
Bracelets - Homespun Treasures (local store)
Earrings - don't know
Scarf - Forever 21
Shoes - Converse from DSW
Sunglasses - Max Azria

I am so happy for the warm weather and sunshine. I feel like I am finally able to pull all my summer things out of my closet. I am loving these new shorts from victorias secret, perfect amount of room for my tush with very little gapping in the back, and for me that is a celebration. Perspective - My 9-year old daughter told me last week she doesn't want to be shaped like me when she grows up. When asked why not, she replied "because I don't want a bubble butt". Good thing I am aware of my bootie and comfortable with it! It comes back to being comfortable in your own skin no matter what anybody has to say about it (that's another whole post).

Thanks for stopping by and I hope your week is sunny and bright!

5.25.2012

pink . stripes. dash of cheetah.



Top - Forever 21
SkirtExpress
Earrings - Limited
Necklace and Ring - Homespun Treasures (local store)
Clutch - don't know
Sandals - Guess from Macy's

Happy Memorial Day weekend!!! I will be spending the weekend camping with my family so I will see you on Tuesday. Be safe and God bless.


5.24.2012

plaid shirt. ripped jeans

This look is a bit preppier than I normally wear. I had even considered wearing my Sperry's with it and then it WAS too preppy. Nude flats with bling were just more me. I have several preppy pieces but tend not to wear them together. That's what personal style is all about - staying true to yourself while trying things that you may not normally be drawn to.


Shirt and Necklace - AE
Earrings - Express
Watch - Michael Kors
Handbag - Dooney & Bourke
Shoes - Vince Camuto
Glasses - Ted Baker (men's frames)


5.23.2012

sail away with me - from work to play





Dress - random store in NYC
Jacket - Express
Earrings - don't know
Watch - Michael Kors
Ring - Homespun Treasures (local store)
Belt - Limited
ShoesVince Camuto

Above is how I wore this dress to work. After work I ditched the jacket and switched out my heels for flats, making it appropriate for running errands in the sunshine and spending the evening with family. 



5.22.2012

Felicia's prom makeup

Say hello to Felicia, who so kindly let me take pictures when I did her makeup for prom.


I evened out her skin tone using Mineral Photo Touch Foundation without completely covering her freckles. When you have freckles why try to hide them? Own them, it's who you are.
 

I thickened up her somewhat over-plucked brows with a SuperWear Brow Definer Pen.  Your brows are like a picture frame for your eyes so don't underestimate what great brows can do for you. :)


Botanical Shadow Primer was used as a base for her eye makeup to ensure her "look" would stay put for the entire evening. Two shades of Shadow were used along with Creme Liner and three coats of SuperWear Mascara to make her crazy naturally long lashes look even longer and thicker.




These two photos are courtesy of her wonderful mom, Lena.


Hair was done by the talented Bambi Wagers.

Felicia, you look beautiful and once again I had a wonderful time working with you.




5.21.2012

gingham. chambray. white jeans.



Shirt and Jacket - J Crew
Jeans - NY&CO
Earrings - AE
Ring and Bracelets - Homespun Treasures (local store)
Watch - Michael Kors
Necklace - Village Gift Barn (local store)
Shoes - Michael Kors

Here's to a fabulous Monday!!!

5.18.2012

hi-low hemline

I am loving the hi-low hemlines on dresses, skirts and tops. What do you think? Do you or would you wear them?



Dress - Threadsence
Jacket - Express
NecklaceHRH Collections
Earrings - unknown
Watch - Michael Kors
Handbag - Dooney & Bourke
Sandals - Steve Madden
Sunglasses - Max Azria


5.17.2012

green shorts. floaty top. animal print shoes.


I was so excited to finally be wearing shorts yesterday! Yay sunshine and warmer temperatures! I know Gail would tell me "if you moved to Florida you could have been wearing shorts a long time ago". 



Shirt - Zara
Shorts - Loft
Bracelets - Homespun Treasures (local store) and Janelle Schmucker Designs for Rig & Co.
Belt - Limited
Earrings - Express
Necklace - AE
Handbag - Dooney & Bourke
Shoes - Michael Kors


5.16.2012

yellow jeans. blue shirt. orange sandals.



Shirt - Limited
Jacket - J Crew
Earrings and Jeans - Express
Bracelets - Homespun Treasures (local store)
Sandals - Guess from DSW

5.15.2012

travel outfit - slouchy tee and jeans




Tee - Zara
Earrings and Scarf - Lane Bryant
JeansVS
Shoes - Vince Camuto from Nordstrom
Watch - Michael Kors
Handbag - Dooney & Bourke



5.14.2012

white jeans. slouchy button up.




Shirt - Limited
Jeans - NY&CO
Handbag and Watch - Michael Kors
Bracelets - Homespun Treasures (local store)
Sandals - Steve Madden
Ring - gift
Necklace - AE
Earrings - Express

Thanks for reading and may your Monday be sunny and bright!