Wish List Wednesday: Alex and Ani

I love beautiful jewelry, especially when it helps a good cause. Alex and Ani is that company. They have some really cute pieces, from rings and bracelets, to necklaces and earrings. They also have lots of charms that you can add to an existing bracelet, each of which expands to ensure a perfect fit for every wrist. Here’s what on my wish list from Alex and Ani. Lotus Peace Petals Spoon Ring {$28} Birthstone (January) Ring Wrap {$28} Wanderlust Bangle Set (GodSpeed Charm Bangle, Marina Deep Sea Wrap, Marina Seabed Wrap) {$28, $38, $38} Spiral Sun Charm Bangle for Breast Cancer Awareness […]

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Three Outfits to Take You from Day to Night

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My dress form got a lot of action this weekend! Even though I have a closet full of clothes, I needed some new outfits! Besides, who can pass up the sales rack at Target on “tax-free weekend”? Not me! All three of these outfits are Mossimo and the wedges are Aldo (and super comfy). From left to right:1. Chambray romper (similar style here, here, and here)2. Off-the-shoulder mini-dress (similar styles here and here)3. Black sleeveless eyelet dress (similar styles here and here) The Aldo Piaclya wedges were purchased on sale at DSW, but similar styles can be found here and here. I […]

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Woman of Style: Blake Lively

“I feel like there are so many people I admire for so many reasons that I can’t look at one person’s life and say, “I want that life.” I want to make my own history.” – Blake Lively Blake Lively is a woman of style and substance, not to mention a fabulous wardrobe. She has been the face of Gucci and L’Oreal Paris, and my favorite, Chanel. I will admit, I watched Gossip Girl every week on the CW and drooled over the enviable wardrobe of Serena van der Woodsen. I mean, who didn’t love her stylish outfits, am I […]

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I’m Blushing…

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I really loved the blush-toned color trend of spring, and I think this color has transitioned well into summer. Some people call it rose quartz while others call it blush. However you define this color, it is simply elegant. You can wear blush in many ways, and you can even decorate using blush-toned colors. I love the blush-toned outfits. From wearing a fit-and-flair dress for an evening out, or a blush-toned wedding dress, to an off-the-shoulder midi, or softening a leather skirt with a blush shirt… you can wear this color trend anytime of the year. Photo Sources: 1 // […]

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Charming Charlie had Me at Navy & Green

I am attending a blogger conference in August in Los Angeles and wanted to get a couple of low maintenance dresses. I have some shift dresses that I plan on taking, but they are more day dresses. I wanted something a little dressier. Once Sunday afternoon, when my husband and I went to the mall, I walked into Charming Charlie and found this silky soft dress. It is not something I would normally buy, but I’m trying to step out of my comfort zone (i.e., black dresses, black jeans, black shirts, etc.). This is the front of the dress. This […]

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