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$28 - romwe.com- Loose Broken Holes Red Jumpers


$25 - witchery.com.au-High Shine Opaque Tights


$38 - modcloth.com-Unpredictable Ending Heel


$15 - 15dollarstore.com-15DOLLARSTORE.COM - MARELLI ITALY Croc Patent Tote Bag W/ Sash (Red)


$16 - swell.com-Swell Gold Key Necklace


$17 - placedestendances.com-Revlon ColorStay - Liquid Liner 2.5ml N°1 Blackest Black


$17 - placedestendances.com-Revlon PhotoReady-Correcteur 3,2gr N°002 Light


$1.40 - drugstore.com-CoverGirl Lip Perfection Lipstick, Sweetheart 390


$6.99 - shop.com-Covergirl Clean Pressed Powder Oil Control


revlon.com-Revlon Matte Powder Blush


revlon.com-Revlon Fabulash™ Waterproof Mascara


Thursday Themed Day!!!

The Grass Is Always Greener

Fun Stuff Under $50

You won't have to worry about looking like Kermit the Frog with chic accessories like these!

short jean shorts - topshop $40

hard to get shorts panties - victoriassecret.com $11

pink cheekster pantie - victoriassecret.com $9.50

mary jane peep toe heels - asos.com $45

neon platform pump - charlotterusse.com $16

leather clutch - macys.com $34

crocodile across body bag - debenhams.com $29

gold cuff bracelet - fantasyjewelrybox.com $40

silver ring - fantasyjewelrybox.com $40

gold ring - fantasyjewelrybox.com

gold clip earrings - 1928.com $28

gold chain statement necklace - bakershoes.com $22

neon watch - yesstyle.com $18

silver bangle - 1928.com $10

silver & green crystal bangle - fantasyjewelrybox.com $20

feather earrings - jcpenney.com $6

boho bangle bracelet - forever21.com $5.80

velvet turban hat - etsy.com $27

skinny belt - asos.com $11

printed scarf - hm.com $11

philosophy face cleansers - nordstrom.com $20

softening body butter - victoriassecret.com $12

make up forever polish - sephora.com $21

fingerless gloves - lorisshoes.com $19

large ring - mycentsofstyle.com $11

leather croc wallet - walletbe.com

Peaches and Cream

This outfit is perfect for a night out. I personally can't stand mini dresses and clubwear. So, for me, this is perfect. Classy and elegant yet comfortable enough to wear during the day! The cream colors work wonders for any complexion so this outfit is totally universal!

$32 - awear.com    Burnt Orange Short

$50 - heels.com   Promise Shoes Xavier- Beige

$35 - yesstyle.com   Genuine Leather Long Wallet

$50 - oasis-stores.com   Wrap Strap Bracelet

$48 - macys.com   Vince Camuto Ring, Black Lucite Pyramid Dome Ring

$12 - jcpenney.com   Wide Geometric Cuff Bracelet Gold

$13 - hm.com   H&M Leather Belt

$11 - asos.com   Models Own High Define Liquid Liner

$2.86 - drugstore.com   L'Oreal Infallible Never Fail Powder 16 HR SPF 20 

$1.96 - drugstore.com   Buy Revlon Powder Blush with Brush

chictopia.com   Cream Beige Chiffon Silk Shirt

Uhm Honey..

Found yourself admiring your man's flannel shirt? Wear it! Your guy's flannel button down is one of the best ways to play with 'casual-cool'. Feeling a little more girly than that? Then pop on a couple coats of red polish and some red lipstick and you're the closest thing to Gwen Stefani as anyone can get!

$40 - abercrombie.com   Plaid shirt

$22 - buckle.com   Daytrip Button Front Shirt

$36 - coggles.com   Cheap Monday Narrow Denim Wash Jeans

$48 - houseoffraser.co.uk   Mango Distressed skinny jeans

$48 - debenhams.com    Black Glitterati Studded Trim Shoe Boots

$48 - hm.com  H&M studded Shoes

$40 - modcloth.com  Looking Boho in NoHo Bag

$22 - yoox.com   VIVO Bracelets - Item 50119239

$39 - stelladot.com    Stella & Dot Clover Single Wrap Leather Bracelet

$7 - missselfridge.com   Gold Cross Drop Earrings

$7.89 - monki.com   Pepina two finger Ring

$17 - jackwills.com    Alderly Headband

$16 - awear.com   Woven Jeans Belt

$13 - monki.com    Evie Sunglasses

$17 - scotch-soda.com    Printed bandana

$17 - placedestendances.com   Revlon ColorStay - Liquid Liner

$8.29 - drugstore.com   CoverGirl LashBlast Waterproof Mascara, Black 890

$6 - jacob.ca   Rouge Stiletto Nail Polish

$6.49 - target.com   Revlon ColorBurst Lipstick True Red

Girls Just Wanna Have Fun

Yes! Reach for the ruffles!!!

Almost every girl has one of those days were she has the gut wrenching urge to wear polka dots! We'll do it then! If done right, you won't risk looking like a 12 year old. Keep it chic and pretty and play up your favorite features!

$50 - sheinside.com   Pink Vintage Polka Dot Sequins Sweater

$27 - mango.com   Sweater Rtd Toupe

$32 - fashionunion.com    Purple Erica High Waist Skinny Jeans

$26 - fashionunion.com  Purple Anita Skinny Coloured Jeans

$40 - zappos.com   Call It Spring Vannatta

$15 - wetseal.com    Jersey Floral Skimmer Flat

$48 - modcloth.com   Just Called to Say Hibiscus Bag

$40 - accessorize.com   Pastels Envelope Clutch

$26 - nordstrom.com   Givenchy 'Aqua' Glass Pearl Stud Earrings

$30 - witchery.com.au   Plaited Bandeau Headband

$28 - nordstrom.com   Cara Accessories Polka Dot Headband

$15 - topshop.com   2 Pack Polka Dot Headband

$12 - ocshades.com   "Daisy" Oversized Cat Eye Sunglasses

$6.38 - fashionunion.com   Taupe Eva Retro Sunglasses

$20 - placedestendances.com   Revlon Colorburst - Rouge à lèvres N°35 Blush

$8.99 - target.com   Boots No7 Liquid Eye Liner Black

$8.39 - drugstore.com   CoverGirl & Olay Simply Ageless Sculpting Blush, Lush Berry 230

$6 - walmart.com   Maybelline Dream Bouncy Blush

$5.79 - walgreens.com   Maybelline Great Lash Washable Mascara

$8 - musingsofamuse.com   Bath & Body Works Liplicious Honeylicious Lip Balm « Musings of a Muse

$4 - swell.com   Sun Bum Spf 30+ Banana Lip Balm

$23 - nordstrom.com   Dior 'Vernis' Nail Lacquer

$14 - macys.com   Butter London 3 Free Nail Lacquer - Big Smoke

$6 - jacob.ca   Skinny Jeans Nail Polish

$17 - asos.com   Liquid Liner

What A Stud

Feeling frisky? Try studs! But instead of black and silver go for beige hues, gold accessories, and light wash jeans! This is a super chic alternative to the studded jackets we're so used to!

$22 - quiksilver.com   Qsw Pacific Marled Tank

$30 - buckle.com   Daytrip Cropped Military Blazer

$37 - buckle.com   Daytrip Pyramid Stud Cropped Sweater Vest

$50 - heels.com   Promise Shoes Xavier- Beige

$45 - endless.com    gorjana "Feather" Gold-Tone Small Charm Earrings

$20 - dorothyperkins.com   Ruffled metal stretch bracelet

$13 - republic.co.uk    Miso Large Facet Stone Ring

$46 - placedestendances.com   MANGO Jean skinny bleach Gris

$30 - macys.com   Mac Mineralize Foundation/Loose

$8 - zappos.com  Essie Neutral Nail Polish Shades

Trend Alert : Color Blocking

Yes it's true, I'm still totally obsessed with color blocking. Color blocking is nothing further from a new concept, but on the Spring 2011 runways it made a HUGE come-back and I still adore it in 2012. There are quite a few ways to tackle this trend but the first step is to understand what your own personal limits are, then you can adjust the ensemble accordingly. 

Image courtesy of glamour.com

Image courtesy of style.com

Image courtesy of style.com

Ideally you want to play up three colors for the best combination. If you're not too sure how to proceed with your color choice I've included a few examples of fail-safe hues that always look fabulous when paired.

- Cobalt Blue, Yellow & Orange

- Chocolate Brown, Pink & Peach

- Purple, Bright Blue & Teal

- Deep Blue, Bright Pink & White

- Coral, Grey & Ivory

Thursday Themed Day!!!

Follow The Yellow Brick Road
Fun stuff under $50

$50 - Sun Salutation Dress
$49 - Waterfall edging dress
$38 - Batwing-sleeve Yellow T-shirt
$40 - Only Hearts Hipster in Mustard Yellow
$32 - Loose Fit Yellow Shirt
$16 - Glamorous Yellow high waisted shorts
$47 - Qupid Puffin 06 Mustard Yellow Lace-Up Booties
$13 - H&M Shoes
$40 - H&M Bag
$49 - Minka's 14k Gold Yellow Cat's Eye Genuine Stone Cocktail Ring
$34 - BaubleBar | Drop Earrings - Aqua Boho Drops - Fashion Jewelry
$27 - Becca's Cut Out Design Plain Gold Cuff Bracelet - Final Sale
$18 - Bold Beauty Earrings
$7.93 - Miso Neon Skinny Belt
$7.50 - Lemon Lip Balm
$21 - Clinique After Sun Rescue Balm
$20 - Benefit Lemon-Aid
$8 - Essie As Gold As It Gets Nail Polish
$6 - Mango Lip Butter 
$4 - Yellow Candy Melts - Merkens 1LB | Layer Cake Shop

Friend or Faux?

I know I know!

Would ya stop screamin' and let me explain?!

Wet look leggings don't have to be so intimidating. Softening them up with mint green jewelry and minimal make up can give these puppies a very unexpected high fashion vibe.  

$32 - fashionunion.com   Multi Browns Fur Stripe Crop Coat

$44 - topshop.com   Black Matt Wetlook Leggings

$48 - debenhams.com   Black Block Heel Biker Style Lace Up Ankle Boots

$32 - asos.com   Warehouse Patent Satchel

$50 - maxandchloe.com   Alvina Abramova Emerald Glass-Drop Susie Earrings

$49 - stelladot.com   Stella & Dot Camilla Ring

$4.60 - sacha.nl    ring

$7.95 - hm.com  H&M Sunglasses

$24 - shuuemura-usa.com   Shu Uemura Double-end eye crayon

$12 - physiciansformula.com   Organic wear 100% Natural Origin

$5.50 - amazon.com   Amazon.com: NYX Cosmetics Concealer Jar

$22 - debenhams.com   Lip Balm SPF 15 15g

White Girl Problems

For some sick, twisted reason I feel incredibly feminine when I read this book.

I don't know if it's the constant designer references or the petty predicaments, but two paragraphs in, I'm overcome with the sudden urge to throw on a pair of strappy sandals and take myself shopping.

Image courtesy of washington post

It's a hilarious take on life as a twenty-something that I think any girl can identify with. If you have an open mind and are not easily offended by foul language then I'd strongly suggest this read. 

Purrrrrrrfectly Pretty

Playing dress-up has never looked so bad-ass! To pull of the leopard print jacket without looking like Mimi from The Drew Carey Show, you have to play down the rest of the ensemble with studded accents, black hues, and gold accessories help achieve a more girly vibe. 

Make up:

If it were up to me I'd stick with blush and black liner for this look. You want the focus to remain with the leopard print top .. Don't be too distracting with bold red lips and fake lashes..

$35 - yesstyle.com Leopard-Print Jacket Leopard-Print - One Size

$24 - awear.com Black Embellished Skinny Jeans

$49 - kmart.com Women's Tribeca Wedge Buckle Boot WW - Black- Glo-Shoes Womens-Boots

$25 - select2gether.com Studded Bag 

$33 - welikefashion.com Club Manhattan Ring Armor Gold

$13 - wetseal.com Epoxy Rhinestone Bangle Set

$11 - windsorstore.com Gold Cuff Bracelet

$7 - missselfridge.com Gold Cross Drop Earrings

$43 - guessbymarciano.guess.com GUESS by Marciano Evita Infinity Scarf

$32 - nordstrom.com Cara Accessories 'Masterpiece' Headband

$15 - windsorstore.com Black Crochet Infinity Scarf

Oh My God I Need That!!

Samsung Infuse 4G

rainbow swirl - amazon.com $13

koi fish - amazon.com $2.80

bling-white and black - amazon.com $11

pink lotus - amazon.com $11

pastel stripes - amazon.com $9.95

blue silver black vines - amazon.com $6

rainbow zebra - amazon.com $1.54

rainbow leopard - amazon.com $1.91

green/white vine - amazon.com $7.99

pink/white - amazon.com $6.99

Closet Organization

Using bangles to separate outfits in your closet???
I know! Sounds a little crazy, but I was desperate. Aside from stealing the little numbers from the dressing rooms at Target I was kind of out of options and a little pissed about it.

I walked back and forth through my apartment searching for something ANYTHING that I could use to separate my outfits and help me organize!
And then it hit me! Bangles! They're prefect!!!
See below!

(lol .. shut up .. yes my hangers have sizes on them. Walmart used to let you keep the hangers with every clothing purchase.)

Stand back Summer! It's not your turn yet!!!

So I don't know about you, but I'm a huge fan of button downs and riding boots! This is the perfect Spring/Fall outfit combo for running errands, relaxing with friends, or even a quick meal out with the hubby! This is one of the best ways to play with casual attire! No matter how you mix it up you'll still look pulled together.

Keep make up to a minimum to maximize on the casual cool effect of the ensemble or pop on a dash of color with a deep red lip stain to throw everyone off!

$48 - mango.com Shirt Castiflo

$37 - mango.com Shirt Planita6

$13 - hm.com H&M Blouse

$36 - coggles.com Cheap Monday Narrow Denim Wash Jeans

$48 - houseoffraser.co.uk  Mango Distressed skinny jeans

$40 - awear.com  Ariel Dark Wash Skinny Jeans

$46 - endless.com  Wild Diva Women's Tosca-01 Knee-High Boot

$50 - dsw.com White Mountain Loon Riding Boot - Black

$21 - charlotterusse.com 3-Buckle Distressed Riding Boot

$9 - missselfridge.com  Gold Simple Cross Ring

$5.80 - forever21.com  Sophisticated Clip On Earrings

$3.80 - forever21.com  Socialite Studs

$22 - shopruche.com  Robin Ruffles Infinity Scarf In Brick

$18 - nordstrom.com  Rubbish® Textured Check Infinity Scarf

$24 - tartecosmetics.com  Tarte Lipsurgence™ Matte Lip Tint

$8.99 - target.com  Boots No7 Liquid Eye Liner Black

$14 - zappos.com  Butter London 3 Free Lacquer Nail Polish

$16 - lordandtaylor.com  Deborah Lippmann Single Ladies

Oh My God I Need That!!!

Chic iPhone Cases

black with white hearts - net-a-porter.com $34

white with eyes - katespade.com $40

gold glitter - modcloth.com $40

black with pink flowers - bakersshoes.com $13

gold metallic weave - janenorman.co.uk $13

blue with white design - nordstrom.com $38

blue with green hearts = bloomingdales.com $38

multicolored penguins - nordstrom.com $38

dark blue with anchors - jcrew.com $25

paisley print - jcrew.com $25

Espresso Yourself

It's a little funny how things work out..
I never appreciated espresso before I landed my current position.

I work for a company who directly dispatches technicians to repair Starbucks espresso machines. Literally, all day long, I'm either talking about espresso shots, or writing about espresso shots ... Now I can't help myself! I'm obsessed! Not only does the espresso keep me awake when I need it, but I have acquired a taste for it and it's almost like candy to me! No cream. No sugar. Just espresso.

Can you tell I'm on my third one???

Thursday Themed Day!!!

Orange Juice
Fun stuff under $50

Knee Length H&M Dress: $13  hm.com

Slouch Jumper Top: $45  dorothyperkins.com

Tie Neck Sheer Blouse: $43   modcloth.com

Floral Applique Knit Blouse: $15   walmart.com

Elastic Waist Skirt: $39   monki.com

H&M Trousers: $24  hm.com

Lace Thong: $11   gillyhicks.com

High Heels: $40  dsw.com

Peeptoe Heels: $48   boohoo.com

Flat Sandals: $29  piperlime.gap.com

Striped Shoulder Bag: $48  hm.com

Enamel Bangle: $28  nordstrom.com

Large Rectangular Ring: $25  neimanmarcus.com

Stud Earrings: $22  piperlime.gap.com

Stone Bracelet: $29  mango.com

H&M Gold Cuff Bracelet: $11  hm.com

H&M Gold Earrings: $6.33  hm.com

Fedora: $38  nordstrom.com

Shawl Scarf: $9  missselfridge.com

Victoria's Secret Fragrance: $12  victoriassecret.com

Love & Beauty Nail Polish: $2.80  forever21.com

Crocskin Laptop Case: $36  asos.com

Straw Hat: $24  e4hats.com

Rimmel Scandal'Eyes Mascara: $7  walmart.com

DIY Sunday!

Organizing Underneath Your Bathroom Sink - DIY

So once again I was inspired by MarthaStewart.com 

I stumbled upon a diy storge unit for behind bathroom doors. Instead I chose to put my own spin on it and apply it like so:

The images above are the final product of what I am about to show you.

All products used were items that I already had in my possession:

plastic hanging closet organizer for handbags or shoes - purchased from Ross

blue plastic caddys - purchased from Dollar Tree

clear plastic tubs with lids - purchased from Dollar Tree

What I did first was grab one of my unused closet organizers.

The top and bottom of this organizer have a thick white fabric and sturdy stitching for a base to hot glue to your desired location.

I laid the organizer down flat on the floor and hot glued the clear plastic right in the middle of the thick white backing

I then cut the prepared dual pocket I just created off of the rest of the organizer, hot glued the thick white edge, and attached it to the railings for my bathroom drawers, and put all loose items into the diy pockets.

Voila!!

Before

After

The original idea that inspired this creation can be found by clicking here!

One of these things is not like the other

Am I the only person in the world who doesn't care about Celebrity gossip? I can't stand talk shows and I really don't care what Yahoo News has to say.. I don't care who got a dui, I don't care who got caught shoplifting, and I really don't care about who got divorced 30 minutes after the wedding...

That's why I prefer fashion magazines. I can skim through the pages and tear out the best parts and throw away the rest. No b.s. gossip that never really mattered enough to report in the first place.

These women are the only celebrities who matter to me.

images courtesy of imdb.com

&&&&&&&

images courtesy of millaj.com

I somehow identify with Angelina. I understand what it feels like to come from a broken home. I understand how hard it is to pick yourself up off the floor when you think you've finally hit bottom. I know how it feels to be hated by people you've never even met. And I know how it feels to rise above it all, make a name for yourself, and blaze a trail! 

She wants to change the world and I love her for it. I love her crazy out-of-control past. And I love the classic woman she's transformed into! She is completely irreplaceable and she knows it.

I must confess .. ever since The Fifth Element I've had a girl crush on Milla. But aside all that, every 'behind-the-scenes' or interview I've watched, she acts like the same exact woman every single time. She has integrity to her brand and to herself, and I respect the hell out of that. Not to mention that she's totally freakin adorable! Her squeaky voice and her big smile! Love it! 

Thursday Themed Day!!!

Every Girl Should Be Well Red...
fun stuff under $50

Skinny Leg Trousers: $48  republic.co.uk

Pleated Belted Shorts: $40  bankoffashion.co.uk

High Waist Polka Dot Swimwear: $13  monki.com

Studded High Heels: $45  aldoshoes.com

Polka Dot Handbag: $27  asos.com

Heart Wallet: $19  monsoon.co.uk

Filigree Cuff Bracelet: $38  nordstrom.com

Rose Stud Earrings: $25  tarinatarantino.com

Lacoste Knit Scarf: $42  stylebop.com

Stretch Large Buckle Patent Belt: $38  betseyjohnson.com

Thin Belt: $24   kurtgeiger.com

NARS Lip Gloss: $30  liberty.co.uk

Kat Von D Rollerball Fragrance: $9  sephora.com

Organix Pomegranate Conditioner: $5   walmart.com

Bangle Set: $30  preebrulee.com

Heart Sunglasses: $10  tigerbites.onsugar.com

OPI Nail Polish: $6  amazon.com

DIY Sunday!

Organizing in the Kitchen:

Teacups & Saucers

If you're one of the few individuals who own a tea set, then you'll understand just how frustrating it can be to store these lovely things. Sure, the saucers are easy as pie, they stack perfectly. The teacups, on the other hand, when stacked more than two high, immediately threaten to take a dive.

Luckily, while browsing marthastewart.com I stumbled across an awesome way to store teacups and saucers: placed cup over saucer, in stacks of no more than three or four.

Inspired by MarthaStewart.com

To view the original link to this organization technique click here!!!