Three ways to wear: Fringe

shoes from Dolce Vita | skirt from H&M | purse from Overstock 

Hey hey hey!! I'm bacckk..  If you follow me on Instagram, you know what I've been up to since my last post. If you don't, you should! : ) 

Let's jump right in. When I saw Oliva Palermo wearing this suede fringe skirt I fell in love! I immediately thought, I need it. But my quick second thought was, where in the world am I going to wear a suede fringe midi skirt?! It doesn't really fit into my everyday life as an sonogram technician. 

So naturally I started thinking of ways to wear the fringe trend that works for everyday work/errands. I hit Polyvore and came up with three different looks that I would totally wear in a second. Boots and a bag are the easiest ways to mix in trendy item. I picked the fringe skirt, because it's a fun option for a night out, and it's a jersey material so you can dress it up or down. 

What do you think?! Are you loving fringe? What are some of the items you've been loving this season?

How to: Dress for the cold

Layers!

Here in NJ it's 6 degrees, and it feels -12! (Ferinheight) So I put together a little how to for dressing warm and stylish. It's pretty self explanatory...layers! 

Long sleeve + a comfy sweater to insure your arms don't freeze off. I have a similar outfit on now and I even wore tights under my jeans. Then comes high warm socks + tall boots. Finish off with a warm coat, cute beanie, and fun gloves. 

Three Holiday looks

First outfit: TopshopDress, Nasty gal shoes, NYX lipstick 

Second outfit: H&M Sweater, Topshop pant & shoes, rings

Third outfit: H&M Faux leather leggings, Boohoo peplum, Zara heels, Earrings 

Since Josh and I purchased our first home this year, we will be hosting our families Christmas party at our house. Of course Josh's first thought was what are we going to cook? Mine was what am I going to wear?! lol Kidding....maybe. ; ) 

I'm not sure if I want to go all out glam, laid back chill, or somewhere in between. So I put together an inspiration board of three looks I think could work for any type of Holiday Party. Are you going to any holiday parties? What will you be wearing?

Winter coats

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Temperatures are dropping quickly and it has me daydreaming of awesome-bold-oversize-stand out coats! I usually go for a neutral plain coat, but this year I have my eye on something with a pop. 

My mother wore a long wool coat with a fur collar on her wedding day and I have been obsessed with it ever since I saw the picture. You can see it here. Unfortunately she didn't keep hers..crazy right?! So I've been searching thrift stores for the perfect one. If that fails, one of these coats will probably come home with me. 

Chi-town

Earlier this week, Josh and I spent a few days in Chicago. Before we left I put together an inspiration board of what I plan to pack and wear on the plane ride.

Comfortable clothes are key when traveling. I always like to wear stretchy pants, an oversized sweater or cardigan, and easy slip on and off footwear. I knew it was going to be freezing in Chicago-- so I packed sweaters, beanies, and my favorite new booties from Clarks. (P.S. My obsession with purchasing new booties for Fall has finally been fulfilled thanks to Josh!)

I'll be back later this week with some actual photos from Chicago. Have you been or are from there? We had such a good time, were freezing most of the time, but had fun. lol

Currently Lovin'

Sweater x Skirt x Booties x Bag

One look. All of my favorites right now. I have been loving the sweater & skirt combo. Especially a slightly oversize sweater and frilly skirt. It's prefect for this time of year. Throw in my obsession with cut-out booties and a perfect Michael Kors tote, you've got a pretty bad ass look. (IMO)

Of course, I' m still obsessed with cut out booties. (As seen here and here.) I finally bought a pair online, but when I received them they didn't fit. Biggest heart break! So I sold them to my sister. I didn't want to wait another week or two for a new pair. I'm about instant gratification. I need them now. lol

Hope everyone is having a great week! 

Currently Lovin'

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September marks the unofficial start of the fall season. Since it's here we might as well enjoy it! One thing I'm loving are fun prints and patterns on sweaters. I plan to add one or two to my wardrobe. Maybe even pick up a sweater from the thrift store and DIY some kind of pattern onto it. 

What do you think of these fun sweaters?!

NYFW

crop top/ pants/ jacket/ sandals/ lips clutch

top/skirt/ jacket/ necklace

So as you all may know, New York Fashion Week is coming!

Of course I would love to be inside and watching the actual shows in person, but I can't. That's where instagram and the rest of social media comes into full force! This year I just want to be in the same area, so I'm dragging Josh with me to Lincoln Center to do some serious people watching and style stalking. 

I put together these two outfits as inspiration for what I want to wear. I'm hopefully going Monday and Tuesday. I'm never one to go for crazy prints and look at me clothes, but I do love pops of interesting. ie. the Lips clutch. 

Will you be in New York during Fashion Week?! 

Favorite Boots

I cannot stop thinking about new boots. I mentioned in a previous post how much I love cut out booties. Problem is.. it's really not in my budget right now. #brokegirlproblems 

but I looveee them!! That should justify it enough right?! lol 

I never really impulse buy. If I see something I like, I usually ask myself 3 questions. 1. Do I already have something similar? 2. Is it something I can wear with a lot? 3. Is it going to cost an arm and a leg? 

When thinking about my new favorite type of boots my answers are no, yes, maybe. I'm currently searching for a pair of cut out booties that are less than $100 (more like $50). This black pair were perfect at only $50 but they're sold out : /

Send me a heads up if you know of any!

5 Pieces to take you from Summer to Fall

Summer is quickly coming to an end..how did that happen?! If your like me. there's no way your getting an entire new wardrobe for the fall, so here are five items I feel can easily update the wardrobe you already have. The best part.. you probably already have most of them.

A denim jacket literally goes with everything. Throw it over a dress and booties and your good to go. Or wear with black skinnies and a tank top. Boom done.

A leather jacket is another piece that you can wear with everything. I love it with a dress. More inspo. Here, here, and here.

One new thing I'll be getting is a pair of booties. I love the cut out boots I've been seeing around lately. And these Steve Madden boots are perfect for the fall!

Scarves are a super easy way to update your look. I love my leopard one, because we all know leopard print is like a neutral. lol

Loose fitting pants are ahh-mazing! Whether they're boyfriend jeans or super soft cotton pants. See how I wore them here and some more inspo on how to wear them here and here.


How will you be updating your wardobe this fall? Any trends your loving?

Miami packing

My best-friend and I are going to Miami at the end of the month for a weekend and I have been thinking non-stop about what I'm going to pack. I didn't think packing for Miami would be harder than Morocco! lol I want to bring all of my clothes. But I think most of the day is going to be spent at the beach or pool so easy comfortable looks is the way to go. 

Since it's more of a relaxing getaway than a party trip, I'm most likely going to bring just one fancy night-out outfit. I put together some looks on polyvore of what I'm thinking of bringing that's similar to my own closet. 

bugs bunny tank/ H&M cutoffs/ 

topshop bathing suit (this color sold out but here's a similar navy blue one)/ modcloth sandals 

This maxi sold out, but here's a similar/ Chinese Laundry sandals/ Chevron tote

topshop skirt/ asos heels/ blue necklace (only $14!)/ kate spade watch

Has anyone been to Miami before?! This is my 4th time going! lol I love it there. 

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Loving

Who would of thought denim overalls aka a jumper would be back in style?! I certainly didn't.. I have been seeing them around for a long time and I first I thought no effin' way am I wearing one of those again! But after seeing some other stylish women style them up, I'm rethinking it. My plan is to start searching thrift store, mainly the kids section so I can find a fitted one.

I used to have tons of graphic tee's, then I went through a phase where I thought these are so childish I must get rid of them all. Such a fool I was! Now I'm just going to hoard everything. hahaa..

I'm still not sure how round sunglasses will look on me, but I'm really loving them. Thinking of buying these.

How do you feel about this 90s trend coming back?!.

Black & white with a pop

Michael Kors bag/ Stripe crop/ polka dot mini/ black loafers

These are a few things I'm loving right now all wrapped up in one outfit. Full minis--obsessed! Crop tops..yes please! This Michael Kors bag might be my first grown up purse.. I LOVE it I need it in my life! Black & white, stripes, polka dots.. yes yes and yess any day! 

What have you been loving/obsessing over lately?!

P.S. I leave to Marrakech tomorrow!! Follow along on Instagram & Twitter! 

Planning & Packing

Ever since Josh and I decided we were going Marrakesh I've been researching everything, one of the first things I read was it's an Islamic country and the woman dresses very modestly. Of course I want to be respectful of their culture and don't want to offend anyone or have people staring at me all day. 

So I'm thinking loose and light weight maxi dresses and pants, a denim jacket for night-time, booties, converse, and a crossbody bag. In my head I'm picturing hippie-chic, kinda like a Free People catalog. Hopefully I look hippie-chic and not like a homeless person lol 

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All For You...

Currently Loving

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I should start off by saying I was never a fan of white shoes, I always thought they were the tackiest thing ever! lol But lately I have be loving them! They just seem so chic, especially with outfits like this, this, andd this. SO good! The only problem is the ones I have fell in love with are all really expensive (for my budget)  But the cap toe heels above are only $75! 

How do you feel about white shoes?! Love 'em or hate 'em?!

Spring

Topshop mini / Urban outfitters maxi / H&M stripe dress/ Zara shoes/ Asos pant

Yes it is February and yes it is still really cold outside, but I can't stop thinking of the cute new things I want to add to my closet this spring! 

Crushing on: Sneakers

sweater/ pant/ sneakers/ watch

I put together this look after seeing this pin. I'm sure you've seen camo print everywhere and I'm still loving it. I'm also loving sneakers lately. Not wedge girly sneakers (although I like those too!) I'm talking about Nike's, high tops, dunks.. I haven't bought myself a pair of sneakers in years. I've been stuck on flats, shoes, and oxfords. But in the past month or so I have really been crushing on them. Maybe because Josh is a huge sneaker fan, he has an entire closet full of boxes. I usually help him pick out outfits and lately I've been having more fun doing that than picking out my own outfits. So it's time I give in and buy myself a pair! 

This is definitely one way I would wear my sneakers. 

Are you a sneaker fan?! 

New Years Eve: Sparkle

Get the look: pants- save splurge/ peplum top/ nude heels save splurge/ grey sweater similar/ black spike loafers/ necklace

When thinking of what to wear for New Years Eve, I usually think two things sparkles and a dress. But this year I'm thinking of wearing a pair of sequin pants instead. They're festive, fun, and will keep me warmer than a dress! 

I put together two different ways to wear these pants, because I can never buy something unless I have at least two ways to wear it. 

What do you think?! Yay or nay on the sparkle pants? 

What are you wearing for NYE?

Christmas (Eve) Outfit

Get the look: Coat/Scarf/(similar)Red dress/watch/booties

If you've been following me for a while I'm sure you've noticed that my style is on the simple side. I don't go crazy with prints or colors, I like to focus more on little details. This is basically what I am planning to wear on Christmas eve. 

My family always celebrates Christmas eve rather than Christmas day. So this year we are having dinner at my grandmothers house. I was planning to buy something new to wear, but I remembered I have this velvety red dress that I have only worn one time. The front is a little low so I'm planning to wear a leopard print scarf to cover some boobage in front of my grandparents. lol To add some Christmas sparkle I'm going to paint my nails with some glittery polish. 

I haven't actually tried this on yet, I'm hoping it will look as good as I am picturing it! lol If it does, I'll be back with photos. 

Have a great weekend!! 

Christmas wish list

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Christmas is just a few weeks away, with trying to decide what to get everyone else, I've also been thinking of what I would like for myself. So Josh or Melissa (my sister) if you're reading this... here are some stuff I would love! ; ) 

-I always like to carry around a little notebook or planner in my purse. I know I can put everything in my phone, but I like to actually write it down. And my last one was ruined at my job during Sandy.

-I usually don't wear a lot of perfume, but my sister has this Gucci one and I LOVE it! Every time I go over to her house I sneak some..Sorry Melissa it's true lol

-I really need a new laptop. I use Josh's now, but I need something of my own. I would really like something light weight that I can carry in my purse if I need to. If you have any suggestions, I would love to know. 

-Also a cute carrying case for it! 

-I think faux fur collars and scarves are just so cute! The collars look good layered over just about anything and they look really warm and cozy. 

What's on your Christmas list?!