Jump!

Memorial Day weekend and my birthday always coincide.  This year, after much feasting, relaxing and getting in three separate runs (bliss!) I also got to spend the day with H.  How did I decide to spend my latest and greatest day? In a jumpsuit, of course!  Not one of my picks for under $50 but it totally was under that too!   As I said before, I'm always really excited about my birthday.  This year after spending two days working on our house, which I sort of love a lot, my parents came to visit and the kids gave me some fantastic presents including that pink purse. We spent the remainder of the time hanging out as a family, enjoying the quiet moments on our porch and just being together. That's what I love most.  That's what I'll remember.  There are still two more … [Read more...]

Feeling the Blues

Not exactly what you would expect from someone feeling the blues, right? Don't worry. I'm not. While I'm often too quick to see the negative (Damn my New England pessimistic roots!) I'm just really feeling the cool tones of this light blue oxford shirt when paired with distressed denim shorts. It makes me feel like summer is fast approaching and that's my favorite time of the year. It brings to mind the best of New England and memories of summers much like this.   Watch out! It will be here before we know it!  Memorial Day is this weekend! I love these slides with the pointed toe.  They add a different, slightly more dressed up version of the slip-on sneaker that you don't see that often.  While I'm wearing them with distressed denim shorts they look great with any … [Read more...]

Let’s Talk Normcore Chic

Ladies, I have a confession to make.  I am super camera shy.  While I adore a great photo of myself I do not love being in front of the camera. It is my least favorite part about doing my weekly fashion posts.  But I'm a firm believer in kicking yourself out of your comfort zone to meet new people, try new things and continuing to grow.  Often times I do this in haste and then later realize that by saying yes to that new experience I have made myself very uncomfortable.  That was the case when I said yes to chief stylist Rosana from DCStyleFactory earlier this month. She needed models for Let's Talk Live.  As in on-camera models. Eesh! I was fine at my fitting for Normcore Chic. Image courtesy of DCStyleFactory But in the days leading up to the actual television event, where I had … [Read more...]

Pasties and All

It's the season before I put on self-tanner! Come take a gander at my pasty gams! I no longer tan unless it comes from a tube or bottle and I just haven't thrown that into my daily routine yet. I'm trying my best to shop my own store called my closet these days because I really don't need anything. I came up with this look fast Monday morning as I scrambled out the door. I wore gladiator style sandals most of the day but changed into my wedge heels for the pictures. I think the sandals were a better fit. It might be my mission this season to find a way to wear these TOMS in a way I like.  I have had them for years and never can quite figure out what to do with them.   SHOP THE LOOK Black Forever21 Top (similar)/Merona Eyelet Shorts (similar) (similar)/BIG … [Read more...]

Ringer Tees & White Denim

I may just be mentally preparing myself for the upcoming summer and its laid back vibe but lately all I want to wear is a set of white jeans and a ringer tee of some sort.  Too bad the weather hasn't been cooperating so all I can do is create looks online and plan for the future.  Here are some of my favorites this week.  What summer look are you craving and planning?   An InLinkz Link-up TMC’s Whatcha Wearing Wednesday is looking for Co-Host’s! Interested? Just send me an email for more details! Are you trying to grow your blog or store? If so, I’m currently taking advertising bookings! For more details, email me. Linking up with Mix It Mondays /The Pleated Poppy/Because Shanna Said So/Style Elixir/Manic Monday/RealMomStyle/ … [Read more...]

Braving the Elements

Spring may not officially be here but the weather has certainly turned.  Each day brings a new surprise.  It's sunny and warm! It's rainy! It's freezing cold and rainy!  That was the case when I stepped outside for this week's outfit pic.  It ain't fabulous but it's real and that's life. Braving the elements as rain drips down my back. The tiny photographer was jumping around to miss being hit by the big drops of rain. This outfit felt so spring-like and I couldn't wait to be outside without socks or boots! I totally had to shop my closet for lighter clothes.  Since the basement flooded I can't get to the storage space with my spring and summer stuff that I packed up to move. So what! Who cares? SHOP THE LOOK Mint Jeans (old) (similar) (similar)/Forever 21 Black … [Read more...]

Pink Infusion

One of my favorite parts of blogging is reading other people's blogs. Seeing what you are creating and sharing inspires, entertains and excites me. I was feeling really cranky about winter and the state of my closet when I began reading Rachelle's blog, Pink Sole, and her LPD post.  So simple, so bright and just the dose of color I needed to give my day a better outlook on life.  Who cares that we didn't have school AGAIN today?! Swipe on some bright pink lipstick and get on with your day, even if it is filled with winter's slush. … [Read more...]

Snow Day!

  Our new home! We had our first actual snow day!  I had to take pictures of the house and the kids in the yard and after a very windy weekend down by the water (so long outfit pics!  No way I'm taking photos in 40 mph winds and -8 temps.) I just knew this was going to be my Wednesday post. … [Read more...]

Leather & Lace

A few weeks back I sent out a plea for help with my outfit for H's work winter social.  I wanted something with a bit of an edge, something suitable and versatile and also, warm. Because let's face it the Capital has been C-O-L-D lately.  It doesn't suit me but I can't change it. I was in love with this over the knee leather skirt from Boohoo- … [Read more...]

Winter Neutrals

It is truly the dead of winter. A perfect time for showing off winter neutrals. The winds have been whipping around all day and night in between bouts of freezing rain, snow flurries and total downpours. No matter. I'm cozy and warm in our new place and wearing this truly fantastic faux fur scarf. … [Read more...]