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Thursday, October 3, 2013

High Waists and Studs with a Dash of Sparkle...

Hello my loves and Happy Thursday.

I hope each of you are off to a great start.

I'm super excited that the weekend is almost here-I'm planning to participate in a yard/stockpile sale with my Mother and spend some time with her and my sister discussing plans for my little Peanut's upcoming baby shower. His dad and I are also planning to finally put his crib together sometime this week. I feel like I'm so behind with this whole nursery thing. At times I find myself worrying about things not being done by the time he gets here but when I bring myself back to reality, I realize that I may be overexxagerating just a tad.

However, I'm not exaggerating when I say that pregnancy has given me some new found curves. Like wowzers, where did these boobs come from!?

I'm loving every moment of them. LOL

I'm also loving this super comfy outfit that I put together to attend a Yelp event in my area last month.

Oh, and this grand piano!!!! Honey, I wasn't leaving the scene without taking some pictures by this gorgeousness. I mean who would be able to resist this breathtaking, picture perfect moment?

NOT I!!!

I also couldn't resist the urge to pair these high waisted pants with this cute little bolero jacket that I snagged from Plato's a couple of seasons ago. Now let me tell you, I've never really been a super huge fan of high waists OR wide leg pants but these worked so well for me.

For starters, they have lots of elastic in the waistband so they fit comfortably over my 6 month bump, which I can't keep my hands and eyes off of. Secondly, the studs had me at hello and thirdly, they were only 7 bucks at a clearance event Dillards. Major score!!!

I was initially on the fence about what to pair the pants with because I didn't want a top that would take away from the studs on both the pants and the bolero so I went to a trusty, solid colored tank that I got at one of Old Navy's '2 Dollar' tank sales.

I think everything tied in together really well-especially with the dash of sparkle from the necklace and my infamous Target clutch. This was unexpectedly one of my favorite outfits of the month.

What do you all think of the high waist trend?

I can't wait to hear from you.

Thanks so much for reading.

XOXOXOXO

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Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Hump Day Pops of Coral...

What day is it!!??

It's HUMP DAY!!!

Woot Woot!

LOL...I'm such a dork...as I began writing this post all I could think about was this silly

Hump Day commercial that has me balled over in laughter every time I see it.

I'm so glad that we are halfway through the workweek. I've really been on it this week-catching alot of couponing deals to build my stockpile before my little man gets here. I'm happy I don't have much planned for the weekend other than getting my Peanut registered at store #2. That means I can focus my energy on reorganizing my home and getting things prepared for our first annual

Mother-Daughter Red Tag Boutique sale that my mom and I will be holding at the end of October.

Yesterday on the blog I discussed how to wear the whole "coral trend" and though it's not particularly a fall color, I plan to incorporate it into my wardrobe anyway.

I think this color works at its best when styled as an accessory hue.

For example, the necklace, purse, and bag that I added to this 'fit complimented it very well and added just a touch of edge.

It's amazing how much a pop of color can bring out an otherwise ordinary outfit.

I'm a classic type of girl so when I'm out shopping, I tend to look for neutral pieces that can be remixed and paired with several combinations for different looks.

So when I found this 99 cent striped chambray and these shorts at a $2 clearance I knew they would last a while in my wardrobe.

Both pieces are hella comfy, which makes great for my growing belly...

and I love the menswear inspired vibe that this look is giving me!!

Chambray/Belt-Thrifted | Purse-NY&Co | Sandals-Old Navy | Necklace-Platos

What color do you pair with your neutrals to give them a much needed pop?

I can't wait to hear from you!

Thanks for reading.

XOXOXOXO

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Tuesday, August 27, 2013

How To Wear: Maxis

Happy Tuesday my loves.

I hope everyone had a super weekend. Mine was spent doing lots of couponing in attempt to build up a stockpile of things so that I will be better prepared for the arrival of my little one. I also teamed up with another sponsor and spent some time with my girlfriends at a local event that I will share with you tomorrow so stay tuned.

Today though, I would love to share with you a trend that has become one of my best friends since my baby bump is finally beginning to grow. Maxis are the epitome of the phrase 'effortlessy chic'. They are super comfy, easy to style, and totally feminine.

I love that you can wear them casually with a great pair of flat sandals and chambray, you can go for a sexy look and pair a skin tight midi maxi with bright colors, or you can prepare your maxi for the fall by layering a light moto jacket over some plaid for more of a trendy look.

How To Wear: Maxis by sherockwell featuring leather shoes

French Connection maxi dress / Long sleeve shirt / Object Collectors Item zip jacket, $66 / Ruched maxi skirt, $47/ Alice + Olivia cork wedge heel sandals, $165 / ASOS leather shoes / Zara mustard yellow pumps / ALDO flower print purse / Chunky necklace / Old Navy Girls Polka Dot Chambray Shirts - Dots

As I mentioned before, maxis-or anything with elastic, stretch, and/or an expandable waistband-have become like my second home since my lil Peanut has been growing bigger in size lately. I live and die by the stretch!!!

I love that I was able to throw a belted chambray top over this striped maxi for a cool, yet very casual look.

The belted top really highlighted my growing, 23 week belly too. And being that he is so active in here and obviously getting bigger by the second, I'm all about comfort and functionality these days.

I found this dress last year on the clearance rack at TJ Maxx and fell instantly in love with it.

I was beginning to think that I would never find the perfect maxi...

You know, the one that fits all your curves just perfectly and whose length is just long enough to not graze the ground as you walk, yet still show off your cute shoes.

Maxi-TJ Maxx | Chambray-AE | Sandals-Old Navy | Purse-NY & Co

Yep...this is the one!!!

A great $7 investment.

I'm interested to know what features you look for when searching for the 'perfect maxi'...

Is it design, shape, pattern, etc.?

I can't wait to hear from you.

Thanks for reading.

XOXOXOXO

PS...Since I purchased this dress from the tried and true TJ Maxx, I felt it would only be right for me to enter their #Maxxinista contest for a chance to win a gift card to shop with. Please go here to vote for my look.

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Thursday, August 15, 2013

Pleats and Elastic Waistbands...

Good Morning and Happy Thursday my loves. I hope everyone is off to a great start.

We are one step closer to the end of the work week which is always a good thing.

This week has actually been pretty great with me because I'm still on a high from the more than amazing news that I shared with you in this post earlier in the week. It was such a memorable experience for me and my family and I'm glad that I was able to document it and share it with you all. I really appreciate all of your positive feedback.

An occasion as awesome as finding out the gender of your first child just wouldn't be complete without the perfect outfit...

Elastic waistbands have been such a saving grace for me during my pregnancy!

Especially when coupled with a cute little mini skirt like this colorblocked number that I picked up from Aeropostale's sale rack for $6.99.

Even though I'm wearing my bump fairly well at 21 weeks (actually 22 weeks today)-thanks to cardio exercise and being cautious of how and what I'm eating-I have noticed my bottoms becoming more and more snug around the midsection.

Therefore, this here elastic waistband not only allows me breathing room but it also gives off a super stylish vibe all while maintaining a great level of comfortability at over halfway through my pregnancy.

Nevermind that the pleats are crazy adorable and that this is the first time I've actually worn them without feeling matronly and hella old fashioned.

Scratch that-I think this may be the first time that I've worn pleats EVER!!

They're so ladylike and prissy.

Tank/Belt-Old Navy | Skirt-Aeropostale | Shoes-Target

A dainty little lady!!!

One who will soon have to trade my heels for track shoes because I know my little man will hit the ground running as soon as his little feet are able to touch American soil.

What do you think of my bump style?

I can't wait to hear from you!

Thanks for reading.

XOXOXOXO

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PS:: Soooo....I've used the image below to enter

H&M's 50 States of Fashion Contest!

PLEASE click on this link to vote for me!! The prize is a huge shopping spree of which I will split with one other person to create a new wardrobe for them. Please comment below and let me know you've voted. Thanks a bunch for your support; it means the world to me!!

Thursday, August 8, 2013

Transition Outfit...

Happy Thursday lovelies!!!

We are one step closer to the weekend. I have some extremely exciting things going on with my family and friends over the weekend and I can't wait to share with you all next week. Please stay tuned.

In this weeks 'How To Wear' post, I discussed one of my favorite trends to date-denim vests! As I was finishing the post I thought to myself, "Self, how fitting would it be to share how I style my own denim vest?"

So here you have it...

In an attempt to provide more fluidity on my blog I think I will begin to center my outfit posts around my Trendy Tuesday-How To Wear posts in order to give a uber budget friendly, realistic view of how I style some of my favorite trends.

I love this particular outfit because it transitions so easily from day to night with the simple switch of a shoe.

Here, wearing a classic and neutral pair of thong sandals, I am ready for a casual lunch or shopping date with the girls....

While here, switching the thong sandals out for a bold colored T-strap wedge, I am ready for date night with the honey.

This denim vest is one of my go to layering items. It was originally a jacket before I cut the sleeves at the seams to create this versatile number.

The sequined shoulder tee and white skinnies looked very simple and basic without the addition of the vest which gave a layer of personality to the whole outfit. Sequins give me so much life and I totally had to snatch this baby up when I found it for only $4 at a Plato's Closet clearance sale-with the tags still attached!!

The pop of color in the wedges added just the right amount of pizazz that I needed. Anyone who knows me well, is fully aware that great shoes are my specialty. I live for them-especially when they are part of a B1G1 FREE sale.

So tell me, what's your budget friendly way of transitioning your outfits from day to night?

I can't wait to hear from you!

Thanks for reading.

XOXOXOXO

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PS:: Soooo....I've used the image below to enter

H&M's 50 States of Fashion Contest!

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

These Boots AGAIN...

So here I go with these boots AGAIN!!!!

I told you all that I was gonna wear them out.

Especially when purchasing investment pieces such as these boots it's important for me to get my money's worth and more out of them. It doesn't hurt that lately the temperatures in my area haven't reached 70 degrees.

I'm so ready to pull out my sandals and dresses but instead here is another one of my infamous layered looks.

By the way, please excuse the graininess of the photos. I'm obviously horrible at using a professional camera. The horribleness doubles when you get an inexpert mother-who's only used to using Polaroids-to snap OOTD pics.

Because then they look like this...

Nevertheless, I loved the outfit so I decided to share anyhow.

You get the gist-a cableknit sweater layered over chambray (which goes well with just about anything), cord shorts that were on SUPER DUPER clearance at Old Navy, cute little polka dot tights and....