I couldn't think of a good title for this post. It might be because it's Friday and it might be because I haven't had enough caffeine yet. All I could think of while I was trying to make word play of the word "wear" was "Wear is my coffee" and frankly that just doesn't make much sense. (Although it is a good question.)
1. Since you began blogging do you notice a change in the types of things you gravitate towards while shopping? No. I started blogging because of my style choices - not the other way around. I wanted to share with others all the different things I found and loved while shopping that I would buy (or that I wished that I could depending on budget.)
2. Do you find, as a fashion blogger, that you dress differently from your family and friends? Do they comment on that? Well I certainly dress different from a lot of people especially when I am at home in Baltimore. My best friends are fashionable as well but I wouldn't consider them to be fashion risk takers. I've always dressed a little different from everyone. (Remember I was the kid that asked for a beret when she was 12.) There are days when I feel like dressing like everyone else or wish that I'd be satisfied being simple but for me getting dressed is a way of expressing myself and if I don't let it out I am only hurting myself.
3. What’s the weirdest fashion that you secretly like, even if you aren’t bold enough to wear it? This has me stumped. Good question...
4. Looking at current trends – what would you like to try but need to build up the courage to do? Well I'd say there isn't much that I wouldn't try if I liked it. I do have a giant sunhat in my closet I am dying to wear but haven't come across the right occasion yet so I guess that kinda counts. But I will wear it.
5. Toot someone’s horn – what fashion blogger out there inspires you with her bold fashion choices? I could really go on a long tangent and list a bunch of people (bloggers) here but I will have to say that I enjoy reading My Style Pill and looking Christine's style pics. I love NY.
Happy Friday everyone!
XXoo
Friday, June 24, 2011
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
M is for Missoni
I love Missoni. I love that they have created a brand that stays true to itself while being on trend every season. Their knits are timeless and whether or not you are purchasing it brand new or vintage, you’re sure to end up with a piece of fashion history you will enjoy for years.
Missoni purple cocktail dress, £414 Missoni striped dress, £355 Missoni wide leg jumpsuit, $817 Missoni halter jumpsuit, $624 Missoni striped romper, $805 Missoni short skirt, $645 Missoni scalloped shorts, $360 Missoni Mare bikini swimwear, £159 Missoni stiletto heels, $367 Missoni high heels, $350 Missoni clutch handbag, $540 Missoni butterfly earrings, $275 Missoni hat, $254 Missoni scarve, $193 Missoni knit beanie, $176
What's your favorite Missoni item? While it's hard to pick out just one fabulous piece, I have to say that I favor the wide leg jumpsuit...or the short skirt...or the wedges...or the sunhat...
XXoo
What's your favorite Missoni item? While it's hard to pick out just one fabulous piece, I have to say that I favor the wide leg jumpsuit...or the short skirt...or the wedges...or the sunhat...
XXoo
Friday, June 17, 2011
My Favorite Outfits Under $100
With the weekend coming up I thought it would be a great time to post another one of My Favorite Outfits Under $100 – this time, inspired by a girl’s night out.
Summer is the perfect time to get together with your best friends and no matter how much you may love your other half, there is nothing like a girl’s night filled with best friends and fun.
Super Cute Romper $19.99
(One Shoulder Knit Romper available @ CharlotteRusse.com, $19.99)
The Perfect Purse $20.94
(Exotic Roll Clutch available @ TheLimited.com, $20.94)
Detailed Accessory $8.80
(Zigzag Stretchy Bracelet available @ Forever21.com, $8.80)
Leg Lengthening Pumps $14.99
(Single Peep Toe Pump available @ Wetseal.com, $14.99)
Total Cost = $64.72
I love this outfit 1.) Because it’s SUPER affordable! 2.) It’s cute and trendy! 3.) It’s feminine and flirty.
What are some of your favorite ways to spend time with your girls?
Have a great weekend everyone!
XXoo
Friday, June 3, 2011
Bold Desires
As you all know, I'm in a constant battle between wearing classic neutrals and blacks and the itch to throw on something bold and bright. This time of year always makes it a bit easier to succumb to bright colors since they are so readily available to buy everywhere.
Corset top, $23.00, H M short short, $25.00, Brian Atwood high heels, $649.00, Chloé leather clutch, $1,650.00, Kenneth Jay Lane turquoise necklace, $80.00Oscar de la Renta gold plated jewelry, $290.00, Kate Spade bangle bracelet, $128.00
This is undoubtedly one of the boldest outfits I have ever posted but it is rapidly becoming one of my favorites! It's made up of high-end and low-end items that can be mixed and matched with other items in your closet time and time again.
XXoo
and the Beautiful
Corset top, $23.00, H M short short, $25.00, Brian Atwood high heels, $649.00, Chloé leather clutch, $1,650.00, Kenneth Jay Lane turquoise necklace, $80.00Oscar de la Renta gold plated jewelry, $290.00, Kate Spade bangle bracelet, $128.00
This is undoubtedly one of the boldest outfits I have ever posted but it is rapidly becoming one of my favorites! It's made up of high-end and low-end items that can be mixed and matched with other items in your closet time and time again.
XXoo
FBFF: Pack Rat
This time of year most people are thinking (dreaming) about their vacations or are already begining to go on them. That being said, packing makes for a perfect Fashion Beauty Friend Friday topic this week.
Well I'll throw this out there first - as much as I love vacations and traveling, I haven't been on a real in a little over two years. I do have a MUCH needed one coming up in the fall and I cannot wait.
1. When it comes to packing for vacation what’s your mantra? The more the merrier. I have to bring everything because I never know what I may need!
2. What are your must packs? See question number 1.
3. What are you happy to leave behind? The bills.
4. Any packing secrets that help you get everything into one suitcase? Haha don't try to get everything in just one suitcase or they will charge you an extra $95.00 if it goes 5 pounds over the limit. I repeat, do NOT try fitting everything in one suitcase. Try carrying a large purse onto the plan as well as putting the most valuable items (for me it's shoes) into a carry-on.
5. Beach reading… what are you taking with you to read in the sand? Ah, I love to read. However, I don't know when I'll get to the beach this summer.
Well I'll throw this out there first - as much as I love vacations and traveling, I haven't been on a real in a little over two years. I do have a MUCH needed one coming up in the fall and I cannot wait.
1. When it comes to packing for vacation what’s your mantra? The more the merrier. I have to bring everything because I never know what I may need!
2. What are your must packs? See question number 1.
3. What are you happy to leave behind? The bills.
4. Any packing secrets that help you get everything into one suitcase? Haha don't try to get everything in just one suitcase or they will charge you an extra $95.00 if it goes 5 pounds over the limit. I repeat, do NOT try fitting everything in one suitcase. Try carrying a large purse onto the plan as well as putting the most valuable items (for me it's shoes) into a carry-on.
5. Beach reading… what are you taking with you to read in the sand? Ah, I love to read. However, I don't know when I'll get to the beach this summer.
Friday, May 27, 2011
FBFF: Do You Care About Your Hair?
For me, the not so simple answer to this question is kinda. While I understand that good hair is quintessential to helping you look your best, maintaining mine usually takes a back seat to everything else.
This week's Fashion Beauty Friend Friday questions look deeper into this issue.
1. How often do you get your hair cut? Not as often as I should. I am actually terrible at getting it cut on a regular basis. I hate taking time out of my routine to do it. I know I should though.
2. Do you go to the same stylist each time, try someone new, go to the cheap hair cutting chains or live it up in a salon? If I'm getting my hair professionally colored (which I don't do often since I'm a brunette) I will go to the same girl at a very nice salon. Since I have fairly straight hair and usually get it dry cut I'll just run into a random Hair Cuttery for a trim. I don't want to spend anymore than $20.00 if I'm just getting rid of split ends.
3. Do you color your hair? How often? What’s your natural color? Yes, I do color my hair. I've actually been coloring my hair since high school because my hair gets brassy which REALLY bothers me. I don't have to do it too often, just when it starts to look bland, brassy and dull. Then I usually just grab a box kit from somewhere and touch it up myself.
4. The one thing you always do to keep your hair looking great is: Use Frederick Fekkai Glossing Shampoo and Conditioner. It's amazing.
5. What hair trend do you love and wish you could rock? I can't say that there is just one hair trend I'd like to rock other than the one I'm rocking now (which is long hair that I can wear straight, wavy or curly and do various different styles with.) However, it would be fun to be a celebrity and have the ability to cut your hair shorter and then get extensions whenever you wanted longer hair again. That would be awesome.
What about you? Do you take time to care for your hair? Or does it take a backseat to other things like my poor hair?
XXoo
This week's Fashion Beauty Friend Friday questions look deeper into this issue.
1. How often do you get your hair cut? Not as often as I should. I am actually terrible at getting it cut on a regular basis. I hate taking time out of my routine to do it. I know I should though.
2. Do you go to the same stylist each time, try someone new, go to the cheap hair cutting chains or live it up in a salon? If I'm getting my hair professionally colored (which I don't do often since I'm a brunette) I will go to the same girl at a very nice salon. Since I have fairly straight hair and usually get it dry cut I'll just run into a random Hair Cuttery for a trim. I don't want to spend anymore than $20.00 if I'm just getting rid of split ends.
3. Do you color your hair? How often? What’s your natural color? Yes, I do color my hair. I've actually been coloring my hair since high school because my hair gets brassy which REALLY bothers me. I don't have to do it too often, just when it starts to look bland, brassy and dull. Then I usually just grab a box kit from somewhere and touch it up myself.
4. The one thing you always do to keep your hair looking great is: Use Frederick Fekkai Glossing Shampoo and Conditioner. It's amazing.
5. What hair trend do you love and wish you could rock? I can't say that there is just one hair trend I'd like to rock other than the one I'm rocking now (which is long hair that I can wear straight, wavy or curly and do various different styles with.) However, it would be fun to be a celebrity and have the ability to cut your hair shorter and then get extensions whenever you wanted longer hair again. That would be awesome.
What about you? Do you take time to care for your hair? Or does it take a backseat to other things like my poor hair?
XXoo
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
All That Glitters Isn't Always Gold...
Sometimes it's crystal!
Ever since SWAROVSKI created those small crystal animal keepsakes, I've been hooked. My love of their top notch crystals has stayed with me throughout my life. (I even wore a SWAROVSKI covered net jacket during my wedding ceremony.)
SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS helps bring these glorious crystals to everyday elements - fashion (both garments and accessories,) interior design and lighting.
They are truely one of my favorite things.
Inspired by Dancing With The Stars (anyone voting for Kirstie? I AM!) SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS has partnered with USA Dance to support 10 of our countries best ranked dancers at the USA Dance 2011 National DanceSport Championships. They created one-of-a-kind costumes and accessories for these dancers and they are absolutely stunning!
To view all of these amazing costumes and vote for your favorite on Facebook, click HERE. They will be posted until June 8, 2011 when fans favorites are announced.
Let me know which one is your favorite! It was too hard for me to pick just one!
XXoo
P.S. To view more of the amazing things available by SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS check out their website.
Ever since SWAROVSKI created those small crystal animal keepsakes, I've been hooked. My love of their top notch crystals has stayed with me throughout my life. (I even wore a SWAROVSKI covered net jacket during my wedding ceremony.)
SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS helps bring these glorious crystals to everyday elements - fashion (both garments and accessories,) interior design and lighting.
They are truely one of my favorite things.
Inspired by Dancing With The Stars (anyone voting for Kirstie? I AM!) SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS has partnered with USA Dance to support 10 of our countries best ranked dancers at the USA Dance 2011 National DanceSport Championships. They created one-of-a-kind costumes and accessories for these dancers and they are absolutely stunning!
To view all of these amazing costumes and vote for your favorite on Facebook, click HERE. They will be posted until June 8, 2011 when fans favorites are announced.
Let me know which one is your favorite! It was too hard for me to pick just one!
XXoo
P.S. To view more of the amazing things available by SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS check out their website.
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