tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-212216212024-03-07T18:03:50.829-05:00Shopaholics Anonymous - Fashion Blog, Shopping BlogShopping & Fashion Blog for the Modern Girl<br>
"I'm a shopaholic - it's what I do"Shopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.comBlogger742125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-91526323640836344302011-09-08T06:09:00.002-05:002011-09-08T06:13:51.217-05:00New Post: Casual BrunchI've posted a new outfit, but over at my other lifestyle blog - <a href="http://thechiclife.com">The Chic Life</a>. <a href="http://thechiclife.com/2011/09/outfit-brunch-bag-shopping.html">Click here to check it out</a>!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlmgdxwAJ3kPlYMFtUmtHGrVR4TZfsx3mMz9_Hk6aAF-yiiA7k0PVfyvuirW61A4OC0c0rHe2WZpeTp_R1rzh8Xb1p6K8DYoh6_9ovx_r4ChW9Nm8FiO0-tB2RbNcNCreN8pffLA/s1600/IMG_7525-1.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlmgdxwAJ3kPlYMFtUmtHGrVR4TZfsx3mMz9_Hk6aAF-yiiA7k0PVfyvuirW61A4OC0c0rHe2WZpeTp_R1rzh8Xb1p6K8DYoh6_9ovx_r4ChW9Nm8FiO0-tB2RbNcNCreN8pffLA/s400/IMG_7525-1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5649945118106042626" /></a><br /><br />Thanks for sticking around after so long!<br /><br />:) DShopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-84678996836455728872011-08-30T21:20:00.002-05:002011-08-30T21:22:57.358-05:00The Return of Shopaholics AnonymousHey friends!
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<br />I've missed you guys, and I've missed fashion blogging. I'm planning to bring fashion posts back...I'm just not sure where.
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<br />I'm either going to:
<br />-incorporate fashion posts onto my other blog - <a href="http://thechiclife.com">The Chic Life</a> *or*
<br />-start blogging here on Shopaholics Anonymous again
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<br />What do you guys think?
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<br />Fashionably yours,
<br />:) DShopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-76484024698815037392010-04-21T18:07:00.004-05:002010-04-21T18:11:35.501-05:00Basic Brunch EnsembleI went out to brunch with some friends, which seemed to warrant a bit of dressing up. I kept the color scheme simple with a pop of color. I think better accessories would have amped up the outfit, but who has money to buy accessories when you're trying to set up your first house?! lol<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTJx1PnI2JVIiM8wEGWjZ53vc0Z-ApmupF0B7KtUqZQL4GRxHN_BzsCxzhKjxw8CGlvzJs8WNJyVogJXg1N01XvUOtF_DHJIvdNLCfMSZFsNTLRPNZA9GS4gIb8vANXloRmey2aQ/s1600/myoutfit_031510.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTJx1PnI2JVIiM8wEGWjZ53vc0Z-ApmupF0B7KtUqZQL4GRxHN_BzsCxzhKjxw8CGlvzJs8WNJyVogJXg1N01XvUOtF_DHJIvdNLCfMSZFsNTLRPNZA9GS4gIb8vANXloRmey2aQ/s400/myoutfit_031510.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462731748730569218" /></a><br /><br />Skirt: Elie Tahari<br />Shoes: J Crew<br />White top: Gap<br />Melon cardigan: GapShopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-89538035276664481712010-04-17T17:18:00.003-05:002010-04-17T17:32:05.042-05:00Biker Chic Meets RufflesI went out to dinner with some friends the other night and decided to wear something girly with my biker jacket.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqUk5Os1octR0yBqHweSHrCoZuJmFLaSKgGjoUUdDJSyKxxkfCEWl1SVEBIc9L17KDkeAGJRrCMKJQJakJ_g0T88oKvws2kKmnigVicuJ7tzy_7AKYWshvqzFSOV0GzRlzz0-LOw/s1600/IMG_6840.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqUk5Os1octR0yBqHweSHrCoZuJmFLaSKgGjoUUdDJSyKxxkfCEWl1SVEBIc9L17KDkeAGJRrCMKJQJakJ_g0T88oKvws2kKmnigVicuJ7tzy_7AKYWshvqzFSOV0GzRlzz0-LOw/s400/IMG_6840.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5461235457585369362" /></a><br />I rocked my peep-toe suede booties with my biker-esque jeans that Martin + Osa sent me as a free sample. LOVE these jeans - they are one of my fave pairs.<br /><br />Looks like they're only available online <a href="http://www.martinandosa.com/web/browse/product.jsp?catId=cat40023&productId=1461_5228" target="_blank">in white now</a>.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0KnM0KSU-4tSrT5bWsbtEFyKTF6Wq20Rtb0irAdNDG6Y-Pdbxh6WPqO_J5HB1uEyzYDzlolkVb0VPZkqQZQtu3Q1xpM8AWax-jNBPBFDS7AAAtivfZKKFAWkpTXx8mcLGfSSWgQ/s1600/IMG_6769.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0KnM0KSU-4tSrT5bWsbtEFyKTF6Wq20Rtb0irAdNDG6Y-Pdbxh6WPqO_J5HB1uEyzYDzlolkVb0VPZkqQZQtu3Q1xpM8AWax-jNBPBFDS7AAAtivfZKKFAWkpTXx8mcLGfSSWgQ/s400/IMG_6769.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5461235452447223890" /></a><br />And I added a baby pink, ruffly tank.<br /><br />biker jacket - bagatelle<br />biker jeans - Martin + Osa<br />booties - Joan + David<br />ruffle tank - J Crew<br />purse - ChanelShopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-4313291849053646372010-03-21T22:25:00.003-05:002010-03-21T22:35:16.037-05:00Spring at Ann Taylor LoftSo, after months of turning my eyes from shopping, I let myself go back to pick up some essentials. I made sure to only stop in a few stores: Anthropologie, Gap, Banana Republic, and Ann Taylor Loft.<br /><br />I had a coupon for 30% off at Gap/BR, but when I spotted a sign for 30% off tees at ATL and tees were what I was shopping for, I took a looksie. I shopping specifically for tees for work and ATL has a more professional feel to it than Gap and is more affordable than BR.<br /><br />As for Anthro, I only wanted to shop there for some plateware. :)<br /><br />Anywho, <a href="http://www.anntaylorloft.com">Ann Taylor Loft</a> had such cute stuff today! It reminded me a bit of J Crew from last year, but I don't care...I loved it! I wanted to buy a couple dresses, some cardigans, some scarves, but I kept myself to what I had gone there for - tees.<br /><br />I need tees so I can layer them for work. Here's what I got:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEju_qJv7ebbLANdj2bm9xBY5ul_mic0hHuzBfvMvCclskinNvMMqMMlZTt-CI7bKJw6YuaXPzcxJsPCT6rKChS9rF7NBYIj5UrqYZWxuo3zaYnw2gGDmFww8QoVxVUG5uSuA1IGTw/s1600-h/IMG_7329.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEju_qJv7ebbLANdj2bm9xBY5ul_mic0hHuzBfvMvCclskinNvMMqMMlZTt-CI7bKJw6YuaXPzcxJsPCT6rKChS9rF7NBYIj5UrqYZWxuo3zaYnw2gGDmFww8QoVxVUG5uSuA1IGTw/s400/IMG_7329.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451295295051592610" border="0" /></a><br />Pink tee ~$20, white long sleeve T on sale $12.99, gray sweater (machine washable!) $20<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQ_huKwTUu_FzAVWUATWCw6dyr9JICAdFMjHhwwLk6LGUX8xiLzs1P9kFM_x8avLM5UEgvBVSFK-uurwcMWo_9dMWJQUy5RdhaDC8JtCBi9t5F1VXSYCIAzfquQ6nfLp0UzRUNCQ/s1600-h/IMG_7328.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQ_huKwTUu_FzAVWUATWCw6dyr9JICAdFMjHhwwLk6LGUX8xiLzs1P9kFM_x8avLM5UEgvBVSFK-uurwcMWo_9dMWJQUy5RdhaDC8JtCBi9t5F1VXSYCIAzfquQ6nfLp0UzRUNCQ/s400/IMG_7328.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451295291022110450" border="0" /></a><br />Gray decorative T ~$24, white T ~$20<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3gajGCEv5-lmox12KtLejvZLjMQ9a_ymtDtG0nQATcDNPWFnSb2vNOGo9AyJZueZ3tvWhiYm71tRCnkQhUBfqnr5S78QKBW0D8mUDDhDj4URn6NXB-dRvJ6xjEzvh5KqCSCnaWw/s1600-h/IMG_7334.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3gajGCEv5-lmox12KtLejvZLjMQ9a_ymtDtG0nQATcDNPWFnSb2vNOGo9AyJZueZ3tvWhiYm71tRCnkQhUBfqnr5S78QKBW0D8mUDDhDj4URn6NXB-dRvJ6xjEzvh5KqCSCnaWw/s400/IMG_7334.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451295314133245250" border="0" /></a><br />I liked how this pink (and the white) Ts have a ruffly neckline - decorative edges look nice under layers of cardigans and sweaters.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXW7UXUbPFwoJ9Nancyuxloxk335Kau49kELBtaQ8TA9WlFoAA_xWFjESuQTHVP3ithEncSEH3I_TS3RPQ-XgSkjkMcehZ-61u4Zezm-FVzkOadPFEyxT63GvyguTKk9wQ-bdACg/s1600-h/IMG_7331.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXW7UXUbPFwoJ9Nancyuxloxk335Kau49kELBtaQ8TA9WlFoAA_xWFjESuQTHVP3ithEncSEH3I_TS3RPQ-XgSkjkMcehZ-61u4Zezm-FVzkOadPFEyxT63GvyguTKk9wQ-bdACg/s400/IMG_7331.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451295309707190162" border="0" /></a><br />This decorative tee has a neat necklace and fun pattern down the front, plus it's machine washable/dryable.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpwJwQbd5B5JUpNSq5DPqqQfK7RjopiQKxpv5nXT1QVrIjnxMaOQ0s5m0DViRAzwNZn_dpHDu9B8-RW0jh9Is-58RTh11O4R5_TEKQvN7QkRzTBTOfYSc_4Bi0UjpgALtSrq2U5w/s1600-h/IMG_7330.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpwJwQbd5B5JUpNSq5DPqqQfK7RjopiQKxpv5nXT1QVrIjnxMaOQ0s5m0DViRAzwNZn_dpHDu9B8-RW0jh9Is-58RTh11O4R5_TEKQvN7QkRzTBTOfYSc_4Bi0UjpgALtSrq2U5w/s400/IMG_7330.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451295299500721602" border="0" /></a><br />Even this tie-neck sweater is machine washable. I love the muted gray. It goes with the pale pink/nude look that seems to be popular now.<br /><br />Anywho, don't think I'll be shopping much any time soon, but here are some basics to keep me going. Meanwhile, the rest of my money will go towards our new house, renovations, and all that jazz.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">What have you purchased lately?</span>Shopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-27131388799178695742010-03-16T21:57:00.002-05:002010-03-16T22:01:39.331-05:00Work Chic - Winter SkirtWish I had a better picture of this outfit but it will have to do. I rarely wear this skirt because the top of it is itchy. Ick! But, but the easy solution is wearing an undershirt to tuck into the top of the skirt so the itchy top doesn't touch my skin.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN7NpPrM1dbrUYvkSSxgmLAFGt-SgQ9e5RWb0htnXDvYSigjNt9L9lUlBK7IOYAoDrKYWbZaHnu4Nk_80jxSLe5e1tuuWYpV7BBxX3_iZFMaAYRS8lI90fUB6NOmNpDu8KeBDziw/s1600-h/IMG_2020.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhN7NpPrM1dbrUYvkSSxgmLAFGt-SgQ9e5RWb0htnXDvYSigjNt9L9lUlBK7IOYAoDrKYWbZaHnu4Nk_80jxSLe5e1tuuWYpV7BBxX3_iZFMaAYRS8lI90fUB6NOmNpDu8KeBDziw/s400/IMG_2020.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5449432098808551106" /></a><br />Skirt: Banana Republic<br />Top: Gap<br />Sweater: Banana Republic<br />Boots: Ann Taylor LoftShopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-17459079907021044262009-12-30T09:08:00.004-05:002009-12-30T09:28:19.943-05:00Gap - Early Spring 2010As I blog in front of my space heater for extra warmth on this extra cold day, Gap reveals it's early Spring 2010 collection. While I don't have any intentions of actually wearing these clothes yet in these frigid conditions, I don't mind shopping them online.<br /><br />Here are my faves:<br /><a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=15207&vid=1&pid=696651" target="_blank"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 202px; height: 270px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDeAdlgPBy5C2ngPD2wUwxuc98Qz6ac_loE9cOA1GqvKnz4z_uScamq3NVjVqSEZcZtLuLQV-NtdMwiJFeCSRzfLVS5fqZPyx86rHW7vpToSSBd-xvw2H9gTZqPY6DeYIW5Xqc-Q/s400/gp_spr10shrtdrs.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5421031686137791330" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=15207&vid=1&pid=696651" target="_blank">Chambray drawstring shirt dress - $59.50</a><br />Ahh...the classic shirtdress. This one seems to have a nice, roomy cut with a flirty edge.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=8798&vid=1&pid=696663" target="_blank"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 202px; height: 270px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizc7DzRXcMfemQuhGwcGt-RqUYkEJ4LvgWzViltb2VEp5LXY6q8dZwH_UxSn5C23zlyUI_20sEJWHuFCp9BcV8W2qGNFFS-z8ytWHcJVhUAH2C1PZl-nbJh3auhvFpzg6IgPge0g/s400/gp_spr10nicednm.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5421031684073336450" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=8798&vid=1&pid=696663" target="_blank">Hip slung easy flare denim pants - $54.50</a><br />A nice pair of denim is a must in my wardrobe. If I didn't already have a pair, I may scope these out.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=8793&vid=1&pid=691503&scid=691503002" target="_blank"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 202px; height: 270px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJTBhxWWkto6ySX-2OaBVAQrNnz1ZXxz3UheeClwZwMb81YE3-jwTBZS_9q29vxbhmlBFcbW3w5iFhjv3vh9O3uYRyr01-NLZRkFsKA7OI0zWjTGITyZ7ubvsOJ7KDKRKivpBVMg/s400/gp_spr10flrcard.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5421031555266651554" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=8793&vid=1&pid=691503&scid=691503002" target="_blank">Floral cardigan - $44.50</a><br />I love cardigans, but this floral number will add a punch of fun with the pattern and colors. The blue-green one is really nice, too.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=8793&vid=1&pid=705609" target="_blank"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 202px; height: 270px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghi4wZ1Ji0U3iNVXBzTsA8cYr6mx_0OkrEOp9jBegaYFhgrV59_S9M_zUsbkPNgzEalvsIWl_u6QeaPCTkIvk2Sn7IMyB3-HpZxNmnqochmDqSOlmLLgmmuUjWs0yM81K7qyw1bw/s400/gp_spr10dblcard.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5421031548670631490" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=8793&vid=1&pid=705609" target="_blank">Double-breasted shawl cardigan - $69.50</a><br />I don't love the colors of this (for my skin tone), but I do love the cut. Also available in navy.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=8793&vid=1&pid=691544&scid=691544122" target="_blank"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 202px; height: 270px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxrVMo2K9EUI5pkiX-70aQqMfO66qyxO2PoTy1-YQEfz5Di7PsxqSOR2OAR2QSV4aZ57lANj_PQpUWfuVP0vtF9rc7dLZUL_F76WNZzxz8Bse1z_kRbcJJ-93LKjfI_Cu2OTBsjw/s400/gp_spr10cufft.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5421031543092970386" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=8793&vid=1&pid=691544&scid=691544122" target="_blank">Button cuff roll-up T - $19.50</a><br />I need t-shirts. I NEED them. I can't find any I like. Gap typically has nice ones. I like the cuff details on this number.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=8793&vid=1&pid=691510" target="_blank"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 202px; height: 270px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw5xDW8BqQJmRnibKe1tDCBjk-Wopoi1IjirvyxUtPUhNO6ovsfAr2TeLg6djHhpTXoKZnonPVZj-4wvn56lHWc2mhtcKY5SMapVWB5yh-t1O9KFfB80zMPNtI7RAOiCR6dB-Wrw/s400/gp_spr10card.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5421031545184144930" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=8793&vid=1&pid=691510" target="_blank">The ultimate cardigan - $49.50</a><br />I'm a cardigan-olic. You can't have enough, really, and this number is available in a plethora of colors.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=8793&vid=1&pid=691541&scid=691541022" target="_blank"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 202px; height: 270px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE34-UFaY8iFCK8uoZ58Wh3sA-2Rvgh255wY0II_DIW5nqkGHdNYr_wMwvAmduLUkWGnJv3kgNHaMRP7GUWlZFTpjFwN3zPIXc0HImnq4AO-Jiam0157OTdb3WUzLUvjca44Secw/s400/gp_spr10btnt.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5421031540390646258" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=8793&vid=1&pid=691541&scid=691541022" target="_blank">Button detail boatneck T - $22.50</a><br />Like I said...I NEED t-shirts. I love the boatneck cut and button details on this one. I have a couple from a few years ago with long sleeves and those little shoulder buttons and they are some of my faves.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">What are you shopping for this Spring 2010?</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">NOTE: images via gap.com</span>Shopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-65364643720935218922009-12-29T15:01:00.003-05:002009-12-29T15:19:10.919-05:00A Dress for Any OccasionSo...I haven't been shopping. Not. At. All. Not really in stores and not really online, save an occasional browse or pass-through. I'm trying to save money for other things (like our new house) and can't really put money towards clothes - ESPECIALLY not when I already have so much I can barely contain it all!<br /><br />However, I think some window shopping here or there would be healthy and help me see how people are styling clothes so I can style what I already have. I will be making purchases once in awhile, but not like I used to.<br /><br />Lately, I've been craving dresses. I've decided I need a single red statement dress for holiday parties. I browsed online today in search of dresses and though I didn't find any red ones, I did find lots of other pretty ones.<br /><br />A Dress for Any Occasion:<br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(102, 0, 204); font-weight: bold;font-size:130%;" >New Year's Eve Party</span><br /><a href="http://www.jcrew.com/AST/Browse/WomenBrowse/Women_Shop_By_Category/dresses/solidstextures/PRDOVR%7E19884/19884.jsp" target="_blank"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 393px; height: 393px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXC8ItPRuYysY5NG57M_Ugf67hfK8iT8CtaWYF10MKa2JyZ3waceS1JSKBGQG8hFuRxXkU1KqnORjNt5OVEyyAnMkHNWJpXdU3kGuRJBZT3iECuoB_FzdbOiw9XGPi1MbEuLkZIA/s400/jcrw_slkkryndrs.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5420751627464832738" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.jcrew.com/AST/Browse/WomenBrowse/Women_Shop_By_Category/dresses/solidstextures/PRDOVR%7E19884/19884.jsp" target="_blank">J Crew - Silk taffeta Karyn dress - $295</a><br />This metallic number will help you be the life of the party. So festive!<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);font-size:130%;" >Classy Night Out</span><br /><a href="http://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=50129&vid=1&pid=702610" target="_blank"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRk_WFW81OMr2zsRgBKgtxWSNCgVu5YYO85FdUjCnnV2yqYEaEN7CtQJqCN0KxuOGff4-HQadDnRUnIOV0Sp0_q5vRXjvDJT3ZRCyI29r2Ame7Lkb30VYhwYylqddqrwbfll0A7w/s400/br_clrblkdrs.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5420751623572423586" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=50129&vid=1&pid=702610" target="_blank">Banana Republic - Colorblock Dress Waist Dress - $130</a><br />The classic lines of this dress help you look sexy and appropriate.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);font-size:130%;" >Daytime Dress-Up</span><br /><a href="http://www.modcloth.com/store/ModCloth/Womens/Dresses/Printed/So+Chic+in+Batik+Dress" target="_blank"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 280px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuUudwVRKMowJS6Ede6gyTzbCUy8F-xauYOVw5v30Iluo6Bcn5IzTO88GS9aRMXouzSzDIEMfwKVPQQa_FSL4oe6C-dhTUnRAnxwNqQAuWWoPgJ3l8UxkgSASZht7HUa3JXd_-Fw/s400/mod_batkdrs.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5420751619677829106" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.modcloth.com/store/ModCloth/Womens/Dresses/Printed/So+Chic+in+Batik+Dress" target="_blank">Modcloth - So Chic in Batik dress - $54.99</a><br />Pair this with tights and slouchy boots for a fab daytime look - shopping with the girls, getting groceries (what? some people dress up even for grocery shopping!), or running errands<br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 0, 204); font-weight: bold;">Date Night</span></span><br /><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?subCategoryId=&id=933226&catId=CLOTHES-STATEMENTDRESS&pushId=CLOTHES-STATEMENTDRESS&popId=CLOTHES&sortProperties=&navCount=25&navAction=jump&fromCategoryPage=true&selectedProductSize=&selectedProductSize1=&color=049&colorName=BLUE%20MOTIF&isSubcategory=&isProduct=true&isBigImage=&templateType=" target="_blank"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 179px; height: 269px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNcyEeCD4_HMT5NSv4mRwgNi8eQ3Ul9cZl9H2QUHVlNb0qE7-bvp4JdVUqEx5S50xuwjUO0WnNRymBxm5CEu1RxKN8P5xBJspgzmQcCPR87dENYv_iXFXq7EJe93E8yMlkuBJfMA/s400/ant_absdrs.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5420751614033819810" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?subCategoryId=&id=933226&catId=CLOTHES-STATEMENTDRESS&pushId=CLOTHES-STATEMENTDRESS&popId=CLOTHES&sortProperties=&navCount=25&navAction=jump&fromCategoryPage=true&selectedProductSize=&selectedProductSize1=&color=049&colorName=BLUE%20MOTIF&isSubcategory=&isProduct=true&isBigImage=&templateType=" target="_blank">Anthropologie - Abstract Adornment Dress - $248</a><br />The deep winter hues of this fun pattern paired with the simple lines and fun jeweled necklace of this dress make you sophisticated-sexy.<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br />What types of dresses are you shopping for (if any)?</span><br /><span style="font-style:italic;"><br />NOTE: images from respective web sites</span>Shopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-58331985840145535122009-11-30T23:46:00.002-05:002009-11-30T23:52:20.475-05:00Little Black (Asymmetrical) DressWent on a date w/ hubby awhile back and wore my fave Little Black (Asymmetrical) Dress<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjai0zUSiqEBqd0e74cv8RNHZLH3OdRwVabVWc0Vi8u3p-R79AvbmmpCC-QD6hb32N_8NbjDwF_S-7ED0uqWj2OEmDFnXNt_7MZXxWAbut70E3eqsVdd90nP-vBXFOYrMMUeWOanw/s1600/IMG_2483.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjai0zUSiqEBqd0e74cv8RNHZLH3OdRwVabVWc0Vi8u3p-R79AvbmmpCC-QD6hb32N_8NbjDwF_S-7ED0uqWj2OEmDFnXNt_7MZXxWAbut70E3eqsVdd90nP-vBXFOYrMMUeWOanw/s400/IMG_2483.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5410125462966140114" /></a><br />We were swinging by the mall and I had some socks I was considering returning, so please pardon the randomness in my hands. Hubby told me all the stuff I was holding would ruin the photo...he was right! I should have listened! lol<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKHe4vh08dcJ2-a5sSiyb9XNMvL9ZW56BAMFGknXnUhA67Ylcbytz66aT2sRsYGOIebLBvAnTycravPe2TSBBsQxnb_XKI61stHLnPmSETZi_quEZe9W4v3RFI6n5I5TDRnl97_A/s1600/IMG_2474.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKHe4vh08dcJ2-a5sSiyb9XNMvL9ZW56BAMFGknXnUhA67Ylcbytz66aT2sRsYGOIebLBvAnTycravPe2TSBBsQxnb_XKI61stHLnPmSETZi_quEZe9W4v3RFI6n5I5TDRnl97_A/s400/IMG_2474.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5410125452677262594" /></a><br /><br />Dress: BCBGirls<br />Shoes: Dolce & GabbanaShopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-29787304237160968452009-11-11T17:42:00.002-05:002009-11-11T17:46:26.175-05:00Tailored TealGah! I can't believe it's been so long since I've posted. Some of you who read my other blog know that I recently moved from an apartment to our first house...yippee! Things have been pretty crazy since the move.<br /><br />Here's an outfit I wore (before moving) to work one day:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUNWOsgLu3Nj-Dv0n1eVXqWie6TkZbv7qxebB_Idnj39PobqJR_c0nBwHviQHv8wP58wfVyEzSxjIYv8IP_533xgejP1x4bqIhqMYOCoS0g5vkPbJ1IktgntfSuar-Nb9FT2Y4Ag/s1600-h/IMG_3082_2.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 258px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUNWOsgLu3Nj-Dv0n1eVXqWie6TkZbv7qxebB_Idnj39PobqJR_c0nBwHviQHv8wP58wfVyEzSxjIYv8IP_533xgejP1x4bqIhqMYOCoS0g5vkPbJ1IktgntfSuar-Nb9FT2Y4Ag/s400/IMG_3082_2.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402980596037662386" /></a><br />This outfit was surprisingly comfortable and a slightly more casual business look for the work week.<br /><br />Skirt: Banana Republic<br />Top: Banana Republic Outlet (a major deal at $7)<br />Corduroy blazer: Ann Taylor Loft<br />Shoes: Kenneth Cole<br />Necklace: J CrewShopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-63176639743725213362009-09-19T15:09:00.002-05:002009-09-19T15:16:13.639-05:00Appropriate-ness Over Balance for WorkDecided to wear jeans again for a casual work day. I thought about doing my new skinnies, which have a dark wash and aren't too-too tight, but decided best to leave those for after hours. I think this top would look better with slimmer pants, but my desire to be work-appropriate outweighed my desire to balance my ensemble.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis0lEFB9YaaMuTGm3M7mIyiWx0L-cF8Re5vxI-rvciBzW03vV_konsPTkCVdmDgeJ_ENMr5sCx_lVhgVUheLT9nnMm43AmpxwBpmsGU7J3vJmVuqnOWNNVZHqRUApAnNVLwzMKlg/s1600-h/myoutfit_091709_1.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 228px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis0lEFB9YaaMuTGm3M7mIyiWx0L-cF8Re5vxI-rvciBzW03vV_konsPTkCVdmDgeJ_ENMr5sCx_lVhgVUheLT9nnMm43AmpxwBpmsGU7J3vJmVuqnOWNNVZHqRUApAnNVLwzMKlg/s400/myoutfit_091709_1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5383273450912564434" /></a><br />Simple look - I let the accessories be the stars. My long crystal J Crew necklace has become quite the outfit staple for me.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0VUp78lQ4toK0bdvvDfqVr6ZgvVaOL7KVfb_HhWUe-TalmJe_GYDnXH98W-a8OuP-DEdzXNcJ0HV4pbAvdGVL6E856Ah4zOgPvui1YFZtn2V_4UbnSG0Q_7zXuTudh89wbitfhA/s1600-h/myoutfit_091709_2.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0VUp78lQ4toK0bdvvDfqVr6ZgvVaOL7KVfb_HhWUe-TalmJe_GYDnXH98W-a8OuP-DEdzXNcJ0HV4pbAvdGVL6E856Ah4zOgPvui1YFZtn2V_4UbnSG0Q_7zXuTudh89wbitfhA/s400/myoutfit_091709_2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5383273442075887362" /></a><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWqquMhyphenhyphenYMOPKWHRFHWtrXAS2uZCwB_7hPFIBa-CY3hQJgPF9z0bF0UPZpQ7lCMZrQo_zj1ytBT-wjmoRZvJtMA8xskRU4B-WvDUZU0m4lx-5di8VcB2bii1cWfzWQbpILDwOJ2g/s1600-h/myoutfit_091709_3.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWqquMhyphenhyphenYMOPKWHRFHWtrXAS2uZCwB_7hPFIBa-CY3hQJgPF9z0bF0UPZpQ7lCMZrQo_zj1ytBT-wjmoRZvJtMA8xskRU4B-WvDUZU0m4lx-5di8VcB2bii1cWfzWQbpILDwOJ2g/s400/myoutfit_091709_3.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5383273436928526642" /></a><br />My new J Crew Parsley Metallic Mary Janes. I first saw these in an old J Crew catalog and thought they were gorge. I decided to not buy them, but when I found a new pair on ebay for a decent price, I jumped!<br /><br />The shoes are more green than they looked in the ebay photo. I think my pictures is more true to color, but it's still a nice, toned-down green. I like them a lot and they're surprisingly comfortable. My only (minor) complaints are the rounded toe is narrower than other round-toe shoes I've worn and the straps are rather tight. I do like how they're adjustable, though, since most shoe straps seem to stretch at least a little bit.<br /><br />Dark Wash Wide-Leg Jeans: Banana Republic<br />Cami & Flowy top: The Limited<br />Parsley Metallic Mary Jane Shoes: J Crew<br />Long Gold Necklace: J CrewShopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-57466538719398838632009-09-17T21:21:00.003-05:002009-09-17T21:29:13.264-05:00Sunny End-of-Summer Festival AttireI went out to a local, outdoor festival with hubby recently. In honor of the last days of summer, I picked a bright yellow top and white cropped pants for style and comfort <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1CD4S33t6hY2YR6EskNtzHS7C6EdHAUqvOPetDfa9ET1xwkCqExq5_Ry5vDgTguUTDqx5SKgHQ5kELK4WtEmQkwXcd0UY17fFk4ADBmgKJBPHdq1ER2aadhMT8oLz2q-RVENrzw/s1600-h/myoutfit_091309.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 291px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1CD4S33t6hY2YR6EskNtzHS7C6EdHAUqvOPetDfa9ET1xwkCqExq5_Ry5vDgTguUTDqx5SKgHQ5kELK4WtEmQkwXcd0UY17fFk4ADBmgKJBPHdq1ER2aadhMT8oLz2q-RVENrzw/s400/myoutfit_091309.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5382627982095200514" /></a><br />(nice and breezy for that hot-hot sun!)<br />I haven't worn these pants in a couple years...mostly because I outgrew them. Thanks to getting back into working out, they fit again! I should have tried them out earlier in the summer for maximum wearage. Still, it was a great feeling when they slipped on perfectly.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsdEkeP_hBfbMXSZVhlMBWlu2nghdolqhYYUlzUanXI4S4UexETY5nChcsINYfm1Nj4TrPKoX8Zj4py7MH_fQsz_Is8wh5niaIm0VMZs1qwXJfmeV223bD4vL5UfETDs491N0K-A/s1600-h/myoutfit_091309_2.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsdEkeP_hBfbMXSZVhlMBWlu2nghdolqhYYUlzUanXI4S4UexETY5nChcsINYfm1Nj4TrPKoX8Zj4py7MH_fQsz_Is8wh5niaIm0VMZs1qwXJfmeV223bD4vL5UfETDs491N0K-A/s400/myoutfit_091309_2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5382627975817150674" /></a><br />I wore a simple golden chain with clear, faceted crystals. Isn't the seahorse pattern fun? I got this top awhile ago during a J Crew final sale.<br /><br />Cropped White pants: Express<br />Yellow Seahorse top: J Crew<br />Long necklace: J Crew<br />Purse: Chanel<br />Gold flip flops: J CrewShopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-3966569196168563452009-09-15T20:18:00.003-05:002009-09-15T20:35:42.500-05:00Channeling Carrie Bradshaw: J Crew Ruffled SkirtI've been stalking items on ebay lately in hopes of finding some good deals. My fave so far - the J Crew tiered ruffle skirt in barely gray. So...so chic! I took a risk getting a size too small, but found a nice review over at <span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://goldenmeans.wordpress.com/2009/03/30/jcrew-skirt-reviews/" target="_blank">Goldenmeans</a></span> saying the skirt ran big. At one size smaller than what I normally take, I took her advice and she was sooo right! The skirt fits perfectly!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgKC0ewkMqB5ACKWY3durU8SjkiF47QKjtA6AuoDaKAWKLMbpJVst6a_XprBLJcGPRQU7d_fQqDRE8JLf7dYIvuu0Spj88-D2XZOxMSD6A06W8-_3oiIc2017tQx7UPWA4CG8Asw/s1600-h/myoutfit_091409_1.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 205px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgKC0ewkMqB5ACKWY3durU8SjkiF47QKjtA6AuoDaKAWKLMbpJVst6a_XprBLJcGPRQU7d_fQqDRE8JLf7dYIvuu0Spj88-D2XZOxMSD6A06W8-_3oiIc2017tQx7UPWA4CG8Asw/s400/myoutfit_091409_1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381869595970139842" border="0" /></a><br />Since there was already a lot going on with the skirt, I decided to pair the skirt with a simple cardigan.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiub7jTNGzA9At6ds95vyKvRNN4AowyTZ_esHYn9pPLXJdAxlGaWO2eRNWtAeRZsigUkLslgo3II7-FMfln4Lf0hfyoK4oaTjwVA_kxlMBcOKftS6j3wy3oLtPWI8xF_ZGP0Fy68w/s1600-h/myoutfit_091409_2.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 306px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiub7jTNGzA9At6ds95vyKvRNN4AowyTZ_esHYn9pPLXJdAxlGaWO2eRNWtAeRZsigUkLslgo3II7-FMfln4Lf0hfyoK4oaTjwVA_kxlMBcOKftS6j3wy3oLtPWI8xF_ZGP0Fy68w/s400/myoutfit_091409_2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381869594883852594" border="0" /></a><br />My new gold, J Crew skinny belt helped cinch in the waist to add definition<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFQpSIl82_-NxBg1cY24nYkL-Rbna_5zZQgIQVHRy1Cn1CzHoTQerEDDJf6OJkuDof0XuUMjQipWEkqKnmbvjgd7o_GDN1AVg-LJHWYta_cFgowTZkQjYXeNuNL2zC6enyAT-Vpg/s1600-h/myoutfit_091409_3.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 244px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFQpSIl82_-NxBg1cY24nYkL-Rbna_5zZQgIQVHRy1Cn1CzHoTQerEDDJf6OJkuDof0XuUMjQipWEkqKnmbvjgd7o_GDN1AVg-LJHWYta_cFgowTZkQjYXeNuNL2zC6enyAT-Vpg/s400/myoutfit_091409_3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381869584063484354" border="0" /></a><br />Pearls keep it classy and the tank underneath helps with layering and adds a wee touch of lace<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtucbKwIfHCA8D544YGKjWmdut_92gh9gfj5ktwFlcmoF5PbIxRHO7_Z7uYPIiLJb934Q9g1lPej30iuxHhrQYMEArF2z6PyZhYKTscM-n93RIYBxTZYGTiXl-Wec6Wf9T7XFZVg/s1600-h/myoutfit_091409_4.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtucbKwIfHCA8D544YGKjWmdut_92gh9gfj5ktwFlcmoF5PbIxRHO7_Z7uYPIiLJb934Q9g1lPej30iuxHhrQYMEArF2z6PyZhYKTscM-n93RIYBxTZYGTiXl-Wec6Wf9T7XFZVg/s400/myoutfit_091409_4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381869581434960658" border="0" /></a><br />Love the ruffles!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4vItyvOJN25SD5jYXfLK8UNO6UzpcDOCnRXi8PDAYOpnNOkVqmTDnYkETfsjXw0s8t9cTkgYsOHTlleKJojcoY1V5uWff7p-UkKuUn98iI4h6d2fVeWo5nkItPt1X1VoeuUdpGA/s1600-h/myoutfit_091409_5.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4vItyvOJN25SD5jYXfLK8UNO6UzpcDOCnRXi8PDAYOpnNOkVqmTDnYkETfsjXw0s8t9cTkgYsOHTlleKJojcoY1V5uWff7p-UkKuUn98iI4h6d2fVeWo5nkItPt1X1VoeuUdpGA/s400/myoutfit_091409_5.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381869573814406994" border="0" /></a><br />This is my new fave skirt. I felt a little risque wearing this number to the office and though I think the look may not be the easiest to pull off, it is certainly fun to try!<br /><br />My co-worker gave me the sweetest compliment when she said my outfit looked like something <span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carrie_Bradshaw" target="_blank">Carrie Bradshaw</a></span> would wear and that it was very <span style="font-weight:bold;">Sex and the City</span>. Suh-weet!<br /><br />Skirt: J Crew<br />Shoes: J Crew<br />Tank top: Abercrombie + Fitch<br />Cardigan: Gap<br />Belt: J Crew<br /><br />NOTE: I got my skirt from ebay seller <span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://myworld.ebay.com/westiegirl4me/" target="_blank">WestieGirl4me</a></span> - she has 2 more ruffle skirts left if you want one, too! <span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://myworld.ebay.com/westiegirl4me/" target="_blank">WestieGirl4me</a></span> was an awesome ebay seller for me - she had great communication and was very helpful. Many of her items ship for free, too, which is a nice bonus.Shopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-23565839526268891132009-09-13T20:25:00.003-05:002009-09-13T20:37:23.856-05:00Trend Love: One Shoulder StyleI'm seeing trend alerts everywhere for one shoulder top and dress styles, but seriously...the one shoulder look is a personal fave...one that I've rocked since high school (maybe even middle school?).<br /><br />Here are some of my current faves:<br /><a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?searchCID=26519&pid=675569&scid=675569002&vid=-1" target="_blank"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJrRZT7QSK4gV9sOrT839I0dMGfF5l_Phnk0zMgMJIrXC5QoR2MLv94TdJ7z6Inhr-V8VH0aVsxvOnYKFEgSdG2AC84hEIsrDvkfQnyEr8UapNQHVAXiqwEvgjI4jdtTQu2U8-0w/s400/oldnvy_1shldrgrytop.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381129200603665778" /></a><br /><a href="http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?searchCID=26519&pid=675569&scid=675569002&vid=-1" target="_blank">Old Navy - Women's Ruffled One Shoulder Top - $9.99 (on sale from $22.50)</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.modcloth.com/store/ModCloth/Womens/Dresses/High+Tide+Dress" target="_blank"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 280px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnKWHqOnNtHWAwvbPZq2Si5RCcoVu_Vbn42rQw1Yj1kj1-MPPlg2bVGqdnSvRXf_EGY4EcB42VTECdUmmX6DXj3DmJCN_FMrR_xGq4sG5f4_XH2XDtdj3S97dNr_JwfRlQvMcmDQ/s400/modclth_1shldrblblkdrs.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381129194886638770" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.modcloth.com/store/ModCloth/Womens/Dresses/High+Tide+Dress" target="_blank">ModCloth - High Tide Dress - $74.99</a><br /><br /><a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3057097/0~2376776~2374327~2374331~6015584?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6015584&P=1" target="_blank"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 261px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg4BSRy0FfWT-pdDd-HfG0KoMnVSUCkuUoDX4dWsKAMEl03wPzIQbOhrFDqoewCsq2jUgaROoD9d25-E1zqtGw0t63cQezBydb1shRkEyh3-P6Tm7EHsVLHOeH1Xdk-isHWMIwBA/s400/nord_1shdlrblkdrslg.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381129189816293586" /></a><br /><a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3057097/0~2376776~2374327~2374331~6015584?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6015584&P=1" target="_blank">Maggy London One Shoulder Dress - $128</a> (via nordstrom.com)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.shopbop.com/zigzag-jersey-asymmetrical-dress-foley/vp/v=1/845524441835314.htm?folderID=2534374302076332&fm=sale-category-shopbysize" target="_blank"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 203px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv3usgbPec0toXDwrbXN654YPL18VzD2WaqwMjobGX4mjDEu8wmdWzTjtMAlU7khW29AOrCapPEvHnCrrAxENDaPYZzKbQ__8ZDK_yY3AQNg0SRavOuxW7UGCB_0UvDKegnAgFrQ/s400/shpbp_1shdlrgrydrs.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381129183528545282" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.shopbop.com/zigzag-jersey-asymmetrical-dress-foley/vp/v=1/845524441835314.htm?folderID=2534374302076332&fm=sale-category-shopbysize" target="_blank">Foley + Corinna Zigzag Jersey Asymmetrical Dress - $212.50 (on sale from $425 via shopbop.com)</a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">What do you think of the one shoulder look?</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">NOTE: images from oldnavy.com, modcloth.com, nordstrom.com, and shopbop.com</span>Shopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-24217369509512698782009-09-13T18:20:00.004-05:002009-09-13T18:24:37.773-05:00Catch Me While You Can...I'm trying to catch the last warm bits of summer while I still can. I'm pulling out my fave summer/warm-weather pieces and rocking them out as much as possible.<br /><br />This casual sleeveless dress is a personal fave because it's so easy to throw on and wear with metallic flip flops. The material breathes well in the heat and it's pretty darn comfy, too.<br /><br />I was meeting friends for brunch at a local fave spot, so I went a little dressier than norm by wearing summary heels instead of flat flip flops. I brought a cardi in case things were cool inside but totally didn't need it. The internal temps were just fine and the food was just as good as usual.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivzAl7lQQd9ncczE2CqfpIZnzbI44S3Do6bYkvNwpjLsB0AcauEEPWk_ho-SmmkF0KlEXrg5qC2qUKCOcmC-bGquvyCDYrKpM8mFYEw1tKLgpgmx4j-XC7UqmA8ZvT5ln_mTReFQ/s1600-h/myoutfit_090509.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 278px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivzAl7lQQd9ncczE2CqfpIZnzbI44S3Do6bYkvNwpjLsB0AcauEEPWk_ho-SmmkF0KlEXrg5qC2qUKCOcmC-bGquvyCDYrKpM8mFYEw1tKLgpgmx4j-XC7UqmA8ZvT5ln_mTReFQ/s400/myoutfit_090509.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5381096744681139970" /></a><br /><br />Dress: Banana Republic<br />Shoes: Banana Republic<br />Bracelet: J Crew<br />Necklace: D Celestine<br />Purse: ChanelShopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-73733539274219371562009-09-07T19:30:00.003-05:002009-09-07T19:36:18.654-05:00Music on the PatioHubby and I met up with some friends for dinner followed by music on the patio of a local shopping center. The weather is taking a turn towards fall, but the air is still warm. I decided to wear something breezy but bring a cardigan in case things got colder than expected.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiepIsx4OwG00Tsg7-dzhX9HAHpqAwdcFK7JbSHz0etZCEQmP6Hv4XMuc8ZrcOYK08LYlG5WRhm649rp4LmiUYOk-JlgFQjfAQwYQLSoKYFlAfV05a3I-_V4gDdAeflw9az2xCUSQ/s1600-h/myoutfit_090509_1.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 264px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiepIsx4OwG00Tsg7-dzhX9HAHpqAwdcFK7JbSHz0etZCEQmP6Hv4XMuc8ZrcOYK08LYlG5WRhm649rp4LmiUYOk-JlgFQjfAQwYQLSoKYFlAfV05a3I-_V4gDdAeflw9az2xCUSQ/s400/myoutfit_090509_1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5378888033835382914" /></a><br />I started with the skirt because it's one of my faves.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghycIzMkDyUBUO1A-vgmQN23Kn2LtFHrrtGgWSK0NQaPeKXuI8d6Wyzx0ZKAuBAXmBoLqF54GE9DJFbWfUnXOE-yZOpeVuzj_wrjrIAYgmJTB5a_KtvgsYBeU4yvHrTvwq1e2T5w/s1600-h/myoutfit_090509_2.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 255px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghycIzMkDyUBUO1A-vgmQN23Kn2LtFHrrtGgWSK0NQaPeKXuI8d6Wyzx0ZKAuBAXmBoLqF54GE9DJFbWfUnXOE-yZOpeVuzj_wrjrIAYgmJTB5a_KtvgsYBeU4yvHrTvwq1e2T5w/s400/myoutfit_090509_2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5378888029960383426" /></a><br />I added the bright yellow tank top for a little extra color and because the yellow reminded me of sunny summers that will soon be over.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWS0lEDaUFxGWhoy25Yi-HpO1FZ7PsYr8T9zz86iJXhXNt7CIzD01K7KnipLvsaX40A1DxebCgWlOpqfAainv1ATezR9KdhiwUyMwttLEq7mZYRn6vlhGziNNYP38NWt7R6cGPRQ/s1600-h/myoutfit_090509_3.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 270px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWS0lEDaUFxGWhoy25Yi-HpO1FZ7PsYr8T9zz86iJXhXNt7CIzD01K7KnipLvsaX40A1DxebCgWlOpqfAainv1ATezR9KdhiwUyMwttLEq7mZYRn6vlhGziNNYP38NWt7R6cGPRQ/s400/myoutfit_090509_3.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5378888020977832674" /></a><br />The cardigan is a light yellow knit to help me stay warm as the night cooled things down. I ended up only needing it when we hung out with the boys who were watching games at the restaurant bar. The weather outdoors was phenomenal!<br /><br />Skirt: Urban Outfitters<br />Yellow tank: Banana Republic<br />Cardigan: Anthropologie<br />Wedges: Banana Republic<br />Purse: Chanel<br />Necklace: D CelestineShopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-37912750394430625862009-09-06T10:28:00.004-05:002009-09-06T10:49:49.690-05:00Martin + Osa: Labor Day Specials<span style="font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://www.martinandosa.com/" target="_blank">Martin + Osa</a></span> is offering some awesome <span style="font-weight: bold;">Labor Day deals</span> <u>now through Labor Day</u>: FREE SHIPPING (that's always nice, no?) on all orders and a free gift with purchase of regular price denim.<br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255); font-weight: bold;">For the ladies:</span></span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivxjZQQJ936aveCT4otSgtnnr5adtwd6Xood74J9Cch_N5Nc0_yzzQYeYUnTbDOJShIWEx6j8b5ZdERbls1Z8xHS1iTZ9eqr8lPI_CWndNn6R83bKImt6TixFKE5HXm32uYBxhkA/s1600-h/mando_scarves_lbrday.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 282px; height: 191px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivxjZQQJ936aveCT4otSgtnnr5adtwd6Xood74J9Cch_N5Nc0_yzzQYeYUnTbDOJShIWEx6j8b5ZdERbls1Z8xHS1iTZ9eqr8lPI_CWndNn6R83bKImt6TixFKE5HXm32uYBxhkA/s400/mando_scarves_lbrday.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5378377686766210834" border="0" /></a><br />With purchase of reg. price denim, you'll receive a M+O beautiful "Love Shop scarf (retails for $69.50).<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:130%;" ><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">For the men:</span></span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVqd4dJ3F1Z-ihkePPfgapBOXDnxytX__Q_3x63C_-I5sRSE7jxN98AUJqOSwlOunh-yynzI_lg0hoaWFdvNKO2TUxKtv5e-SNWMVuM1LaQXudhR2SXU1MOInpcPYO0SHuKgUIDA/s1600-h/mando_belts_lbrday.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 161px; height: 198px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVqd4dJ3F1Z-ihkePPfgapBOXDnxytX__Q_3x63C_-I5sRSE7jxN98AUJqOSwlOunh-yynzI_lg0hoaWFdvNKO2TUxKtv5e-SNWMVuM1LaQXudhR2SXU1MOInpcPYO0SHuKgUIDA/s400/mando_belts_lbrday.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5378377682336042834" border="0" /></a><br />With purchase of reg. price denim, you'll receive a M+O awesome Two-color cotton web belt (retails for $39.50).<br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255); font-weight: bold;">My pick for ladies:</span></span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZAlhffbNn3L-wKMN6eZ-6agyRBgTLZFhMEaTHXaHsxdKeUy__wUB-Mg_bg6Vcprh_nbZ7_vdUy_BQ3QLi5LpNkWU1LO4Jb2o2HHY9H1RS75JswVfkf6MHexbdexXHqCn6Bf7q6w/s1600-h/mando_motoxjns.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 229px; height: 236px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZAlhffbNn3L-wKMN6eZ-6agyRBgTLZFhMEaTHXaHsxdKeUy__wUB-Mg_bg6Vcprh_nbZ7_vdUy_BQ3QLi5LpNkWU1LO4Jb2o2HHY9H1RS75JswVfkf6MHexbdexXHqCn6Bf7q6w/s400/mando_motoxjns.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5378377694430672706" border="0" /></a><br />If you're looking to update your wardrobe for fall, check out the <span style="font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://www.martinandosa.com/web/browse/product.jsp?catId=cat40023&productId=1460_5193" target="_blank">Supercross jean in "Charcoal"</a></span> ($120). This jean will help you rock out that tough-chic look that will be so popular. Pair with sky-high heels and a leather jacket to get the look.<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255); font-weight: bold;">My pick for the men:</span></span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoNLpRXDkgPyLIXNnULc_zZKE8HZKqpcjhhW0e6_4ph8_pNfhWQmLmdeAL4g-WKvpS4kWlqKwc_I-6qulcMF4ej61LY2So37g9Cs-dIU213syGdU9zDcQQsazbOkLcIZKMBg9Hdw/s1600-h/mando_vtgslimjns.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 229px; height: 236px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoNLpRXDkgPyLIXNnULc_zZKE8HZKqpcjhhW0e6_4ph8_pNfhWQmLmdeAL4g-WKvpS4kWlqKwc_I-6qulcMF4ej61LY2So37g9Cs-dIU213syGdU9zDcQQsazbOkLcIZKMBg9Hdw/s400/mando_vtgslimjns.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5378380148633605122" border="0" /></a><br />I love these <span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.martinandosa.com/web/browse/product.jsp?catId=cat30103&productId=3430_1088" target="_blank">Vintage Slim Fit jeans</a></span> ($99.50) in Black Resin Rinse Wash for Fall 2009. Same idea as above for the ladies but in a masculine way, of course. Pair with a simple light-tone, gray-wash tee and boots.<br /><br /><u>How the deal works</u>:<br />- In store customers will have their choice of color for both the scarf and belt. Online orders color will be random.<br />- Max one men’s and one women’s gift per order (one men’s jean and one women’s jean = one belt and one scarf…. Two women’s jeans = one scarf)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Don't forget: FREE SHIPPING too on all orders!</span><br /><br />Go to <a href="http://www.martinandosa.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-weight: bold;">martinandosa.com</span></a> to get shopping!<br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic;">NOTE: Please check out martinandosa.com for full special details. Images courtesy Martin + Osa and from martinandosa.com</span>Shopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-90718500167747693672009-09-06T10:04:00.004-05:002009-09-06T10:14:07.519-05:00Working Woman - Girly LayersI love wearing my super girly ensembles to work now and again. The short-sleeve button down paired with a simple skirt is a fave...add on a cardi and it's extra girly. I wore warm neutrals in honor of the incoming fall weather.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjISSLP51_361vTi_1elyw9l5dlg9kXclHjlRO0D1NRAg7vZFrA4uj82BG6HGT624wzUaXxIYerj8sfSCKx1l1i8hNDWz-B2VdUSkSTCLQ-nLVQ6lMYnC-c1harXf6Vrz1aGvfng/s1600-h/myoutfit_090209_1.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 219px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjISSLP51_361vTi_1elyw9l5dlg9kXclHjlRO0D1NRAg7vZFrA4uj82BG6HGT624wzUaXxIYerj8sfSCKx1l1i8hNDWz-B2VdUSkSTCLQ-nLVQ6lMYnC-c1harXf6Vrz1aGvfng/s400/myoutfit_090209_1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5378371797735981506" /></a><br />Outfit with cardigan...rocking out my new J Crew final sale heels!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLg0qv1XHQjg1_ReY6pO-X_2B-Eghd8YYvKApElEWvOyRMRfzIkD3hcCVM8IxVS2wTYM11MVhaMVh9S24JW-cV2doIAu2vTiRsREFw8726Fci3ZfX1-Bie-djdyTGjIz3Hoe4qcg/s1600-h/myoutfit_090209_2.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 201px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLg0qv1XHQjg1_ReY6pO-X_2B-Eghd8YYvKApElEWvOyRMRfzIkD3hcCVM8IxVS2wTYM11MVhaMVh9S24JW-cV2doIAu2vTiRsREFw8726Fci3ZfX1-Bie-djdyTGjIz3Hoe4qcg/s400/myoutfit_090209_2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5378371198234689986" /></a><br />Outfit without cardi - love this style for work!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB52po-MNnO7s0hu92r0Syt3KWsUfNt6L69xcnYLVubeaBf20JGJevE5d87T9TXdEvo6Hx4CBmJy6Qs3b57QtQAjjjryM2bZD581ggns_S8-QbBVZgKDWsoocAuhsY-0HHYGjINw/s1600-h/myoutfit_090209_3.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 214px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB52po-MNnO7s0hu92r0Syt3KWsUfNt6L69xcnYLVubeaBf20JGJevE5d87T9TXdEvo6Hx4CBmJy6Qs3b57QtQAjjjryM2bZD581ggns_S8-QbBVZgKDWsoocAuhsY-0HHYGjINw/s400/myoutfit_090209_3.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5378371182900794754" /></a><br />Outfit re-worked for the cooler evening weather and my desire for comfort. I really need to teach hubby how to style my better...I'm not liking the way this outfit looks in this photo.<br /><br />Anywho, for the last outfit, I kept the shirt and cardi and replaced the skirt with skinny jeans, the heels for flip flops, and added a scarf for warmth. Had to lose the belt, too.<br /><br />Leather peep-toe heels: J Crew<br />Button down top: Banana Republic<br />Brown cardigan: Banana Republic<br />Skirt: Banana Republic<br />Belt: Banana Republic<br />Skinny Jeans: Guess<br />Flip flops: Rainbows<br />Scarf: ?Shopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-62757825140373015372009-08-27T21:03:00.003-05:002009-08-27T21:10:05.596-05:00Pop of Color-iciousI've been paring down on the shopping, but I have managed a couple good buys here and there. One such buy was this long cardigan from Banana Republic, on sale for under $30...score!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs5Z8LtJWfrhA1X5-ixNRtStYn_iofRUebgkXAIWXyqGaI83amARkpZfdu2MLkyAA6IRyFhDi1JoCgcybaidyUEt2zZ4IJNW9MODRreFmMmztCOFYty33Zj34n7oaTAx3f3HXQpw/s1600-h/myoutfit_082709.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 274px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs5Z8LtJWfrhA1X5-ixNRtStYn_iofRUebgkXAIWXyqGaI83amARkpZfdu2MLkyAA6IRyFhDi1JoCgcybaidyUEt2zZ4IJNW9MODRreFmMmztCOFYty33Zj34n7oaTAx3f3HXQpw/s400/myoutfit_082709.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374829942801190322" /></a><br /><br />I love wearing black and white combos with pops of color. A simple green tee did the trick on this outfit and got dressed up with a patent leather belt to cinch the waist.<br /><br />Green Tee: Target<br />White pants: Banana Republic<br />Black Cardigan: Banana Republic<br />Patent Leather belt: Nordstrom<br />Black flats: Juicy CoutureShopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-27754712946668460322009-08-11T21:50:00.002-05:002009-08-11T21:56:54.722-05:00T-Shirt + Jeans for Work...AgainI'm so glad my office has loosened their dress code over the last few months, because T-Shirts and jeans really can be work appropriate, IMO, if you do it right.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4EVFXtYCezJJA24UuL4Mzdlm5EAKbZdUQ1QtufN8FVaN_mDHTOP5J1W43tDlzfbVNLBap32iMYkqH9nz4xOgGLkM6476KTiAnjc6MHMU3x2d_BkKOHISbTkBhbYpmNNb7U-qmrw/s1600-h/myoutfit_080709.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 254px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4EVFXtYCezJJA24UuL4Mzdlm5EAKbZdUQ1QtufN8FVaN_mDHTOP5J1W43tDlzfbVNLBap32iMYkqH9nz4xOgGLkM6476KTiAnjc6MHMU3x2d_BkKOHISbTkBhbYpmNNb7U-qmrw/s400/myoutfit_080709.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5368904742219882514" /></a><br />I used some heels and a cardigan to dress this T-shirt + jeans look up. <a href="http://dcelestine.blogspot.com/2009/08/work-wear-t-shirt-and-jeans.html">Click here to view my last T-shirt + jeans work look</a>.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6sg7gGgu-qxSJxtqck9dlCiWbi0yHn6BS2BRQfm_Zj4AoKqYIJvf4MKWdlZ0pTgnc1Pb0RitUKm-hOKcDJg1KzeNAqku6aNTsmN4M_qIAu-ri33I04_8P0sI6-3tbT4frv-_aXg/s1600-h/myoutfit_080709_2.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 385px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6sg7gGgu-qxSJxtqck9dlCiWbi0yHn6BS2BRQfm_Zj4AoKqYIJvf4MKWdlZ0pTgnc1Pb0RitUKm-hOKcDJg1KzeNAqku6aNTsmN4M_qIAu-ri33I04_8P0sI6-3tbT4frv-_aXg/s400/myoutfit_080709_2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5368904735399026370" /></a><br />I actually got almost all of these pieces on the sale rack somewhere (except for the purse obv). The t-shirt was only $10 and I LOVE the print!<br /><br /><u>Keys to making this look ok for the office</u>:<br />*trouser style jeans<br />*cardigan<br />*cute heels<br />*nice purse helps<br /><br />T-Shirt: Urban Outfitters<br />Trouser Jeans: Banana Republic<br />Cardigan: Banana Republic<br />Linen Peep-Toe Heels: Banana Republic<br />Purse: ChanelShopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-54481722196553580162009-08-10T22:50:00.003-05:002009-08-10T22:53:07.702-05:00Work Wear: T-Shirt and Jeans...because sometimes you just feel like wearing a t-shirt and jeans (slightly dressed up to be work appropriate)<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgweLO-wtC8pl-YZIIxAEXtKQG5EYBXDyviwJdOl3DQrVe63oHmPaQppb6yImOCN7o35lDM23I6bUd8L0Ombk1wTCQbUw2FUAe6t_QZN89eGwg7kzyoylkvm4EHrj86V_HpBI2QNw/s1600-h/myoutfit_072007.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 228px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgweLO-wtC8pl-YZIIxAEXtKQG5EYBXDyviwJdOl3DQrVe63oHmPaQppb6yImOCN7o35lDM23I6bUd8L0Ombk1wTCQbUw2FUAe6t_QZN89eGwg7kzyoylkvm4EHrj86V_HpBI2QNw/s400/myoutfit_072007.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5368548875010485394" /></a><br /><br />A lacy camisole keeps the deep-v-neck work appropriate and the heels help dress up the outfit.<br /><br />Jeans: Banana Republic<br />Camisole: Gap<br />White Top: J Crew<br />Linen Pumps: Banana RepublicShopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-29291378006290308592009-08-03T19:21:00.004-05:002009-08-03T19:30:17.651-05:00Boyfriend Jeans and My D&G'sEver have those days when you feel like dressing a little "bummy" yet "girly" at the same time? I had one of those recently when hubby and I went out for dinner. I decided to wear my boyfriend jeans with some fun heels to dress up the look. I grabbed a purplish scarf to keep me warm inside the restaurant. It's hot outside, but I always freeze inside restaurants! Layers are a must for me!<br /><br />My boyfriend jeans fit a lot better before I lost some weight recently. Now they are possibly too slouchy! I tried rolling up the bottoms as much as possible without making them too bulky. I've seen celebs rocking their boyfriends with the rolled cuffs just above their shoes, but I like mine a little higher than pictured. Oh well, guess that's what tailors (and maybe chocolate cake) are for!<br /><br /><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 220px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfd0A9xQrwMgH4uA7bt-WwozFc_aITTW6qehbFzu4oHmIGYyUqmyMfCXp3bkFi1SVy_qm9vPXN5vSKOYZ6Cb3ggvhtjlpF71iFEEZF1VWqS6BOkkbpazSS4wZn2GOjcRUcLa8-hQ/s400/IMG_7335_2.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365898505048459730" border="0" /><br /><br />Top: Target<br />Jeans: J Crew<br />Shoes: Dolce & Gabbana<br />Purse: Chanel<br />Scarf: ?Shopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-88967264063277552572009-07-21T22:37:00.010-05:002009-07-22T19:29:16.904-05:00Dressing up my Express DenimThe ability to take a simple pair of jeans and dress them up with accessories makes it so fun to be a girl! Recently, I headed to the Express store, gift card in hand, in search of a pair of jeans. I tried on almost one of each style (ok, I tried on about 5 types) but I of course gravitated to the most expensive pair in the store. Call it a talent, I guess?<br /><br /><a href="http://www.express.com/home.jsp?CID=683" target="_blank"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 397px; height: 65px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYqDDmmgaI3qP3RyV78rDs6x50XhyBjF50wRlbAmhoY701s0S07-38jQUauBcDHrITnyF-V69KVQ7-BqakchVq4K7WxXYDjkQsN6OWrEeBpnvTImTwaNXERcsgQGWXY8LA0nxIPg/s400/Express+(black).jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361138969011203090" /></a><br /><br />Josh and Brittany at the Express in NC were most-helpful and friendly. Josh was the first to help me in my quest for jeans and was knowledgeable of the <b>Express denim</b> line.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjszxSicYrbbYG2fsHIYRd6lsnrll_zUpa1I0QyDZw_b3v2JgbKrb_euXB7f1vUvLRvBTmXUnY_zDEqTmTnTqb-yxsy4fyAfh7XNEm_xEcdsyg72ernY-TJpV7lFtLpkDT7IT1Jag/s1600-h/IMG_9479.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjszxSicYrbbYG2fsHIYRd6lsnrll_zUpa1I0QyDZw_b3v2JgbKrb_euXB7f1vUvLRvBTmXUnY_zDEqTmTnTqb-yxsy4fyAfh7XNEm_xEcdsyg72ernY-TJpV7lFtLpkDT7IT1Jag/s400/IMG_9479.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361124746539329474" /></a><br /><br />After lots of trying on, I decided to get a pair of the <span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.express.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=1405">Rerock jeans</a></span> (apparently made by the same people who do designer jeans...maybe Rock and Republic?). I loved the way they fit and the designs on the back pockets.<br /><br />I've had the chance to play around with some different looks for my new jeans. Here are some looks:<br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#009900;">Daytime Casual-Chic</span></span><br /><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 227px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHKNIxzwGXs6uwf7pLstcJAFPYct9vFwZ1Kb4qpn-ZqNae4vMgW2VfPkMx95Sr4hv7JIb3dKvTWf1Zzl9QYawU3WFVqXYePT1INKg50Z8PvYQSmCJxa33-W3q8izrmhw1yQJijRA/s400/IMG_9328_2.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361127804945460434" /><br />I wore this look to do some daytime shopping this weekend. I wanted to look cute but casual, so I put on a simple white top that was just a tad loose (to balance the fit jeans) and wore my hair down and curly.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHz_GRHQZ8TpuiAa4-vP-arQcBquVWJvgItqsjKT756kYvo932jJar4qjomeWmdkAi8Pdu5nIq3KmDV5vFqJFQVhwc_m1x2vRyY3xBgd-VVJD7gMcjed8CzBB-XbKvXphsMNp6fA/s1600-h/IMG_9346.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHz_GRHQZ8TpuiAa4-vP-arQcBquVWJvgItqsjKT756kYvo932jJar4qjomeWmdkAi8Pdu5nIq3KmDV5vFqJFQVhwc_m1x2vRyY3xBgd-VVJD7gMcjed8CzBB-XbKvXphsMNp6fA/s400/IMG_9346.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361127815104376594" /></a><br />This light brown belt just peeked out from under my top.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPBJ08xTD5RKt8Y0gu2NW6vW6uxRKjZj_Dh32-4-fbkqqYiYxE7ko-LYUcv_gM5OPLUgsqDc6HXA-DlfL8WGs_bunZXUX7SUxriduCASjVSPmlLc0_qi8NChCUTnO7Cp-VCriFPg/s1600-h/IMG_9343.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPBJ08xTD5RKt8Y0gu2NW6vW6uxRKjZj_Dh32-4-fbkqqYiYxE7ko-LYUcv_gM5OPLUgsqDc6HXA-DlfL8WGs_bunZXUX7SUxriduCASjVSPmlLc0_qi8NChCUTnO7Cp-VCriFPg/s400/IMG_9343.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361127820573672530" /></a><br />These chandelier earrings completed the look.<br /><br />Top: Ann Taylor Loft<br />Belt: Banana Republic<br />Leather Wedges: Banana Republic<br />Earrings: ?<br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#009900;">Slightly Dressier Daytime Look</span></span><br /><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 164px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0hWkDyKHeJYx3SE_XKnyd5871bWofHp1_Lip8JuI14RL14nN9FxC8xDbnd8eEQGpzVDIz9RzdQD7izl4-pzDHsfFEf-w2rjfQ4r-tfuoHDy-ywDBnb2u-RolhrXLGSv8mQXZpFg/s400/IMG_9418_2.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361131741814568002" /><br />Here's another casual chic look that I think you could take to a casual nighttime event (depending on where you live, of course). The colors are definitely what I'd consider more nighttime, but in the South, the line gets a bit blurry for what's appropriate when.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpS65IhC3nhjmI6sNPN7uc0E0-T3fRfgjMAQxzXcXR8Hy1rL3CCN0LzAZ815imbcSZB2QF0wkrb-miAkkE0geWGAope1yznwtX2uk-c74bDv7kNzB3GEakngnQiPgtO1onmw5iBg/s1600-h/IMG_9434.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpS65IhC3nhjmI6sNPN7uc0E0-T3fRfgjMAQxzXcXR8Hy1rL3CCN0LzAZ815imbcSZB2QF0wkrb-miAkkE0geWGAope1yznwtX2uk-c74bDv7kNzB3GEakngnQiPgtO1onmw5iBg/s400/IMG_9434.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361131753135283698" /></a><br />My accessories - I love the ruffles of this purse!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1BB0mE7zXCnxYHSTjk8ozwIt1UYBb7sg8hWtgsgr_kFms5jtkNhLwqoqXc-Qzpq5TMo4IPR7dYMEIVH-sxp81bvweZXMX0CW5cEo9fWzLt6xMRSgRnnKHUWBCh0DgJv8aSUwWQA/s1600-h/IMG_9430.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1BB0mE7zXCnxYHSTjk8ozwIt1UYBb7sg8hWtgsgr_kFms5jtkNhLwqoqXc-Qzpq5TMo4IPR7dYMEIVH-sxp81bvweZXMX0CW5cEo9fWzLt6xMRSgRnnKHUWBCh0DgJv8aSUwWQA/s400/IMG_9430.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361131757826149426" /></a><br />Close up of my bracelet. With this and the adorable tote, I kept the rest of the accessories simple with no necklace and simple pearl stud earrings.<br /><br />Tank top: American Eagle<br />Scarf: ?<br />Bracelet: J Crew<br />Ruffle Purse: Ziordia<br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:x-large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#009900;">Casual Nighttime Look</span></span><br /><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 198px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixhWSV72aYCqMXvtCRHUi2vBaNrM7xOqNtKC-2YaGvT2JEAxRCQjQAbm1rjf6ZQ2C-yv6XFLimGfvOKSS3mKIX3LCs2ElXzTGkNj-5T7dVVK28msEzehyphenhyphenSiWZ6naBQOR2ew4Rgvg/s400/IMG_9440_2.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361135009373306674" /><br />I found this cute black top with purple features at the Express store while I was shopping for denim. It was a bit of an impulse buy, but it's so comfy and chic enough to dress up. Here's the look with a layer of a black sweater.<br /><br /><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 154px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_qryi5kh9LG7DTe2c0nWeoOEQmQnQNq5XLLYW9iq5c41pLYX6jI-3B6MN1tHuFG4_peLNWVqW4luoMKXTwmmm7e_y_CdYWtaTuJ0G2wmMs0Oyy2XIeyAAXLs_5yhZy5KvDwLXgg/s400/IMG_9452_2.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361135010335880434" /><br />Sans cover. I dressed up this look with some drop earrings, a leather purse, a silver-leather bracelet and my D&G strappy heels.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVrpwZUDe0RYjcrdKcYzjE2f4j_344INY-sjPs3n166sfBNetvC9d14drCq10E3-y_F625u7H0cTEMgexgjTBgJAswJFm0MsJ42wROW420QqQAaT5wM85RxUpA744Wxj-Hr5u7OQ/s1600-h/IMG_9463_2.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 237px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVrpwZUDe0RYjcrdKcYzjE2f4j_344INY-sjPs3n166sfBNetvC9d14drCq10E3-y_F625u7H0cTEMgexgjTBgJAswJFm0MsJ42wROW420QqQAaT5wM85RxUpA744Wxj-Hr5u7OQ/s400/IMG_9463_2.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361135015451462866" /></a><br />Love the back pocket embellishment.<div><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgENu3B-C4MZ5xTtXsenaC7pU3E5HpK6PBny70Ncw8WU2RHdSX65rckmvvuVWLaSn-YHoDawgKjuwk6J8uUIp26DMQ4BaNiXtRBk5F6tL3MJNfib9sisrMgnoyK4GU5CDidkeIkvw/s1600-h/IMG_9468.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgENu3B-C4MZ5xTtXsenaC7pU3E5HpK6PBny70Ncw8WU2RHdSX65rckmvvuVWLaSn-YHoDawgKjuwk6J8uUIp26DMQ4BaNiXtRBk5F6tL3MJNfib9sisrMgnoyK4GU5CDidkeIkvw/s400/IMG_9468.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361135033980245106" /></a><br />Sterling silver onyx earrings to dress up the look.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy1DingDW3EsV_HKI6EcldHzEM-l8YRnczfChG2gPpzSJCFiiceR0YQs3dTlUh1HblW8K7pEC-TeC8Pq54clHHjxrIkM0mmecNQSvoeavxQicipHisLo8eRJ3GrgzlIQbFe-C7kQ/s1600-h/IMG_9471.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy1DingDW3EsV_HKI6EcldHzEM-l8YRnczfChG2gPpzSJCFiiceR0YQs3dTlUh1HblW8K7pEC-TeC8Pq54clHHjxrIkM0mmecNQSvoeavxQicipHisLo8eRJ3GrgzlIQbFe-C7kQ/s400/IMG_9471.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5361135024099991842" /></a><br />A better look at the top.<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Top: Express</div><div>Shoes: Dolce & Gabbana</div><div>Bracelet: Wilson Leather</div><div>Earrings: I made them!</div><div>Purse: Kenneth Cole</div><div>Sweater: Banana Republic</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Reader question: What's your favorite way to dress up denim?</b></div>Shopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-45964784785748794552009-07-19T21:33:00.003-05:002009-07-19T21:42:39.845-05:00Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion = Product LoveYou guys know I'm not that into beauty products. I like playing with them and all, but I'd rather invest my money in clothes. Now...when I find a beauty product I like, I <span style="font-style:italic;">stick</span> with it. I have my favorites in the world of beauty products, and one I'm currently crushing on is <span style="font-weight:bold;"><a href="http://www.urbandecay.com/categories/EyeshadowPrimerPotion.cfm" target="_blank">Urban Decay's Eyeshadow Primer Potion</a></span>.<br /><br />I am now on my THIRD bottle!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXCEyrDLUagAyRv_Pf02N__MtIZUxfhyphenhyphenIEjNrLd-nIMb4OTk1Ekfjyvs7fPQ64jOaOSgrOkXThJ6cKi8EWnnDTlws_Tc6AjkHH3XMB_lV3pAcrpMhw1VtYsF9FmQ8dsxDOhUftyg/s1600-h/IMG_9382.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXCEyrDLUagAyRv_Pf02N__MtIZUxfhyphenhyphenIEjNrLd-nIMb4OTk1Ekfjyvs7fPQ64jOaOSgrOkXThJ6cKi8EWnnDTlws_Tc6AjkHH3XMB_lV3pAcrpMhw1VtYsF9FmQ8dsxDOhUftyg/s400/IMG_9382.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5360366047882570994" /></a><br /><br />I've always had a problem with my eye shadow creasing by the end of the day, and I've found few products that actually take care of this. Urban Decay's Potion is the best solution I've found so far, as proof by my consistent use of the product. If you're looking for something to stop your eye shadow creasing, give this stuff a go. If you're on the fence, I suggest getting a sample (from Sephora, etc), if possible, or getting a makeover with this as the eye makeup base. Hopefully, you'll love it as much as I do.Shopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21221621.post-45891442283638085392009-07-17T22:26:00.002-05:002009-07-17T22:28:15.221-05:00Shopaholic Blog on TwitterHey guys! I finally got around to setting up a twitter account. <a href="http://twitter.com/shopaholicblog" target="_blank">Check me out by clicking here</a>! :)<br /><br />Fashionably Yours,<br /><br />Shopaholic DShopaholic Dhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01836647714616095389noreply@blogger.com0