I have two outfits to contribute to WIWW this week. While I have still been participating in the Getting Dressed Challenge, I haven't been taking photos of my outfits. It's just been too chaotic around here. Here we go! … [Read more...]
Summer is almost here! The holiday weekend was busy and full of cute outfits that I didn't take any pictures of, including the blue dress I wore on my birthday, but as part of Wiww and the Getting Dressed Challenge I'm including a few outfits that I've worn in the last week or so. … [Read more...]
I was having a pretty angry day yesterday and it hit me that the color yellow can easily cheer you up. Summer yellow flowers, golden pats of butter, buttered popcorn, a cute clutch in a sunny shade. I could go on. To get my mind off things I decided to dive into the yellow hue and gets some on-trend inspiration. In pastel or electric, the color yellow is vivid and easily revives you and makes thing fresh and new. … [Read more...]
It's week two of the Get Dressed Challenge and I will admit to feeling uninspired. I'm worn out from the hectic schedule of last week and this week is going just as strong, if not more so with school spring programs, errands, appointments, work, the house, the kids and everything in between. I look at my closet and think, "Is there a sack in there I can just shove my arms and head into?" Blaaaah.. But press on I must! Or something sounding resolute. It is WiWW. Let's skip the dis on the flash. I'm working on being better about photos. Let's talk about the outfit instead. Skinny Jeans- Target $20 Striped Top- Old Navy (2011) $20 Red Patent-Leather Ballet Flats by 'Me Too' Lysette 2 Style $79.95 Check out the fabulous photos of other women with style too! … [Read more...]
For a few days each week I've been trying to get a bit more dressed up and use what is actually in my closet rather than rely on jeans, polo shirts or tees. Excuse the flash, but here is the latest - … [Read more...]
Yes, it is time to start thinking about the beach and pool season. Maybe you don't feel like agonizing over a swimsuit this year. Why not find yourself a pretty and stylish cover-up instead? I think they are great not just protecting yourself from the sun but also looking quite fabulous while hanging out by the pool or in the sand. I feel like I live in mine during the summer and hear are some of my favorites- … [Read more...]
So often you can easily write off the fashion and beauty industry as being frivolous, overly commercial and empty. I know that many people outright laugh when I tell them that I love to write about nail polish and handbags. I'm not a globe-trotting journalist or making the most of my DC location and writing about the daily political happenings. I like lighter fare. And I do believe it makes a difference with someone, somewhere. … [Read more...]
One of my grandmother's passions was music. She also loved the color purple. Lilacs, lavender were a particular favorite. Her bedroom was always done up in these shades. As I was packing for the trip up north to Rhode Island last week I wanted to find small ways to honor her while we were there. It didn't take long for me to parlay one of my loves- nail polish into one of those ways. … [Read more...]
This isn't my dress exactly but it is very similar to what I will be wearing to the first party at Mom 2.0 in a few days. It's simple, versatile (all the accessories can go with other outfits) and works for the event. I can't wait to be strolling in the white sands and sipping a cocktail by the sea. … [Read more...]
What breast shape do I have? According to experts, nearly 80 percent of women wear the wrong size bra. If you’ve ever wondered what a great-fitting bra feels like, shopping for a nursing bra can be the best time to find that perfect-fitting one. And, good news for soon-to-be moms! Nursing bras are no longer the boring choice of black or white. Today’s stores carry nursing bras that are fashionable and functional. … [Read more...]