Outfit: Perfect Spring Weather

Dress: C/O Oasap, Top: Banana Republic, Shoes: Jessica Simpson, Ring: Guiltystar, Wrist Wrap: C/O Kristin Hassan, Sunnies: Loft (similar) (similar)

Loving this upper 60's/lower 70's weather we are having! There was just the right amount of wind this day so my dress was blowing all around.
This is probably one of my favorite outfits right now. I love the combo of the dress with the button up tied at my natural waist! This style dress is sold out at Oasap, but they do have it in black with the stripes instead of cream. It was a perfect fit with my yellow ring, wrist wrap, and a great platform heel. What do you guys think? I'm really getting into layering lately! ;)

Outfit: Date Night & My Anniversary

Coat: Victoria's Secret, Top, bag, and Earrings: Express (similar bag), Pants: ASOS, Shoes: Jessica Simpson, Bracelet and ring: Jewelmint

I love the months following Christmas, we always have so many gift cards! This night me and the hubs went out to dinner at CPK and shopping at H&M. We came home with extra pizza and 2 items of clothing each and paid $14!! Now that's a great date night if you ask me! ;)
I loving my new cigarette pants. I have so many outfits styled in my mind with these pants I just know I'll get lots of use out of them. Now the best part, found them at ASOS for $27.99! SCORE!

In other news, today is my 4 year wedding anniversary!! I am so lucky to have such a wonderful husband! A giant thank you to Ryan for being my best friend and giving me our 2 beautiful children. Here's to 50 more babe! xo

A "made for you" dress

I was recently contacted by eShakti and given a product sample to review. eShakti.com is an online store that allows custom changes in the style of your garment (ie. sleeve, neckline, length). "Shakti means power in Sanskrit. eShakti therefore means the power of the Net. We believe the Internet empowers customers and helps companies be customer-centered."
After searching around the site I decided on the Banded waist cotton poplin dress. Then I was able to alter the dress to my taste! I took the length up a bit and sent in my measurements. Here is the finished product:





Dress: c/o eShakti, Blazer: Urban Outfitters, Earrings: Jewelmint, Bangle: c/oKristin Hassan, Shoes: Jessica Simpson, Tights: Target, Broach: Express, Ring: Judith Jack

eShakti ships to US and Canada and all custom orders go out within 3 business days! I've got to say, I'm a fan. I also love the prices as most products range from $49 to $90.
I wore my new red dress to my first of 5 Christmas parties. It was perfect! Just the right length for toting the kids around and bending to do presents. Truth be told I felt a little like I belonged on the Mad Men set this day ;)

**Starting tomorrow there will be 2 posts a day leading up to Christmas (1st at 7:00am and 2nd at 5:00pm). I am having a bit of a cookie week again this year and have lots of yummy treats to post.

My date with Edward Cullen

Blazer: Urban Outfitters, Top: Closet swap w/ Kaitlyn, Jeans: Gap, Belt: MNG by Mango, Necklace: Shop Frankies, Cuff: Jewelmint, Ring: Macy's, Chain ring: Tiffany & co, Shoes: Jessica Simpson

I finally got to go see Breaking Dawn part 1 on Monday morning. I loved it! Yes, it was weird. Yes, it dragged a bit, but it did good by the book and that's all I care about. If you know me then you know I have read all 4 books 3 times and I love everything Twilight! GO TEAM EDWARD! LOL okay, now that that's out of my system, lets talk outfit. ;)
I went with a very chic look and added this great red necklace to accessorize. Did I feel overdressed to be at the movies at 10:00am? sure. But did I dress appropriate for my date with Edward? YES! I went out with the girlfriend for sushi after so by noon I blended in just fine.
I'd rather be over dressed then under dressed any day of the week!
Now onto my hair aka stringy mess. I need a hair cut BAD! Thinking I'll do a full overhaul (cut/ color) after the holidays but in the meantime I must lose a few inches STAT!

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Pizza party

Tank Victoria's Secret, Cardigan Forever 21, Jeans Gap, Shoes Jessica Simpson, Necklace and heart ring Jewelmint, stackable ring Baublebar

My favorite thing about the cooler weather is being able to wear layers. I have been waiting to wear my new cardigan sweater and I just love the colors in it! I layered a loose tank under and threw on some great gold jewelry. The look is easy yet still looks put together. I love when getting dressed takes all of 5 minutes, especially when I take so long curling my hair! ;)

Falling for fall

Skirt Piperlime, Top Victoria's Secret, Necklace c/o Kristin Hassan, chain ring Tiffany & CO, Belt MNG by Mango, shoes Jessica Simpson

Happy Halloween!!!! I hope everyone had a fun and safe weekend, we sure did over at my house!

These pictures were taken last weekend when we had that beautiful 60 degree day. I decided to get my family all dressed up and we headed over to a forest preserve by my home. I set up the tripod and took pictures of us under this tree. The pictures turned out better then I could have imagined and my Christmas cards have already been ordered! I also took pictures of each of the kids so we can have some awesome holiday gifts for the grandparents. Mission accomplished! See, having an great camera comes in handy for more then just my blog! ;)

Double Date night

Dress MNG by Mango, Belt Express, Shoes Jessica Simpson, Necklace self made, Earrings Erin Gallagher Jewelry, Quartz Ring Free People, Stackable Ring Baublebar

This past Friday, the hubbs and I went out for dinner with another couple. Kristin and I talked blogs and the boys talked music (we seriously could have been at different tables our convos were so separate)! lol
We had a wonderful time and it reminded me how much I love (and need to spend more time with) my fellow mommy friends!

I FINALLY wore my Mango maxi dress!! I got this bad boy months ago and have been debating having it shortened. (it's soooo long on me!!) I ended up adding a belt and pulling it up a bit, as well as adding a 6 inch heel. Hey, a girls got to do what a girls got to do! I love it even more now! I'm not sure how yet, but I am going to try to style it a bunch of different ways so I can keep wearing it this fall/winter! Maybe a knit over, maybe a blazer, we'll see.... ;)

Oh the weather outside is weather...

Top hand-me-down, Faux Fur vest Charlotte Russe, Jean jacket Vintage, Cargo pants c/o Katrina, clogs Jessica Simpson, Necklace Jewelmint, Earrings Kate Spade, Ring Lia Sophia

It's getting darn cold out her in the Chicago suburbs. Time for layers!! Last time I wore this vest, I wore it as a jacket. This time, I needed to add a thin jacket to it.
I had lots of errands to run and this look did the trick on this 45 degree day. I layered a top, the faux fur vest, and a jean jacket on top and paired them with my green cargo pants. It was such a simple outfit, but it felt chic and put together even though I was out the door in 10 mins flat!

Wedding atire

Dress: Target (old)
Belt: Urban Outfitters (old)
Shoes: Jessica Simpson (old)
Bangles: Baublebar
Necklace: Tiffany & CO
Bag: MNG by Mango
Pashmina: Nordstrom
Earrings: Self Made (similar)
Sunnys: MNG by Mango

I went to my cousin's wedding this past weekend and had a wonderful time. The ceremony was beautiful, the food de-lish, and dancing was so much fun! I have to say, it was my first time doing the cha cha slide in 6 inch heels! ;)
I was in a bit of a bind outfit wise this day. In the past this has been my funeral dress (I wear it with a black blazer) but I wanted to zip it up a bit for the occasion.
I added silver, brown, cream, and citrine accessories and was ready to go! I LOVE how this look turned out! I am also happy that this dress now has better mojo! lol

You've got me blushing

Blouse: Vintage
Skirt: ASOS
Shoes: Jessica Simpson
Necklace: Express
Quartz ring: Free People
Gold band ring: Kohls

I was feeling very pink this day! As I got ready I tried to keep to my feminine theme and paired this petal pink skirt with a cream blouse, rose gold necklace, peachy/orange ring, and a pink lip of course! ;)
Looking back I'm not super sure this blouse was the best top for this skirt, but I felt pretty in it and that's all that matters right?! What do you guys think? Hit or miss? It's not helping my case that the petals were not laying flat in these pics! ;) Think I may have just been twirling...I have been known to do that on occasion!

This weeks "I want what she has!"

This weeks first "I want what she has!" goes to Ali Orebaugh. I am loving this entire look, but I must have that blouse and those shoes!

Blouse: $49 TJ Maxx
Shoes: $89 Jessica Simpson (2 years ago)

As usual Ali has styled this look to perfection!
Okay, now can talk about how she had a baby less then a month ago?! This my friends is just plain showing off! Well played Ali, well played.




This weeks second "I want what she has!" goes to Christy Arrajj. I am loving these shoes!

Shoes: $29.99 Mudd brand from Kohls

I wanted these bad boys even more when she told me about how cozy they are. She then dropped the bomb that she bought them last summer! You mean I can't have them?! lol Okay, I'll deal with it but I don't have to like it! Great find Christy, you look beautiful!

date night

Dress: Victoria's Secret
Shoes: Jessica Simpson
Green Ring: Modcloth
Quartz ring: Free people
Gold band: Kohls
Charm necklace: Stella & Dot (sold out)
Earrings: Jewelmint
Bag: Rachel Zoe

I have been waiting FOREVER to wear this dress. I finally decided screw it, I don't need to wait for a fancy night out, I'll just wear it! Truth be told I'd rather be over dressed then under dressed any day of the week. ;)
This was my look for dinner at the movies. Yes, at the movies. We went back to our old favorite spot. We love it because your seats recline, you have a waiter in the theater, and you get a pillow and blanket.
Turns out they have new ownership and it's a totally different place. It's more affordable now, but honestly, it's not as nice. I'd rather pay the 7 extra dollars to have the old style and personal attention back. In this economy though, I guess I understand how a cheaper, sports bar style, serve your self, seat yourself, no waiter after the first 20 minutes of the movie would do better, but that doesn't mean I have to like it! ;) At least the seats still recline and you get a pillow and blanket! And the food was good so I guess my rant is over.
Now can we talk about how I wore this figure hugging dress and then ate nachos and burgers with sweet potato fries? lol I'm a thinker!

Hope everyone has a great holiday weekend! New posts will start back up on Tuesday! xo

Time to bust out the riding boots

Sweater: Old Navy
Jean Leggings: Target
Boots: Jessica Simpson
Earrings: Lia Sophia
Ring: Jewelmint
Necklace: Self made (you can find one like mine at Erin Gallagher Jewelry)

I got these bad boys over a year ago, but didn't fit comfortably back into them until recently. Plus I got rid of my other brown boots in my "shop my shoes" section to make me wear my awesome ones more! ;)
And can we just check out my hair please!? I have very little idea of how this worked but I twisted the sides, braided the back and put it in a bun and used lots of bobby pins! It was so nice to have no baby/toddler pulling my hair for a day! And when I took it out, I had amazing waves! This style will have to be used on the super hot summer days this year!

My 32nd B-Day

Jacket: Forever 21
Dress: Charming Charlie
Necklace: Charming Charlie
Ring: Charming Charlie
Purse: Charming Charlie
Shoes: Jessica Simpson

I had an amazing birthday this year! My hubby watched the kiddos and I went out for a sushi lunch and shopping trip with mother-in-law. Who has never been to Charming Charlie? Before this day I had never been either, but now I am in love with this store! The best way to explain it would be it's like Claire's for adults! It has jewelry, scarfs, hats, sun glasses, purses, and a few clothing items. I went nuts!!! I got quite a few new cocktail rings (at $4.97 why wouldn't you buy lots?!), 2 other tops, and a really great hat I can not wait to wear!

After I got home I got dressed in this outfit and me and the hubby went out to dinner and a movie! If you have not seen Unknown yet go see it! It was AMAZING! All and all it was a really great day! Thanks to everyone for all the B-day wishes! I was overwhelmed with the amount of you who emailed, facebooked, tweeted, and texted me! I felt the love! ;)

Errands and dinner guests

Top: Victoria's Secret
Cardigan: Forever 21
Scarf: Loft (gift)
Jeans: Old Navy
Purse: Rachel Zoe
Shoes: Jessica Simpson
Sun glasses: Target

The sun was shinning bright and I didn't even wear a jacket while I ran errands this day! Okay, it was only 49 degrees out and I probably should have, but I was so excited the snow was melting I had to layer and go! It was casual enough to run around in during the afternoon and also nice enough to have a few friends over for Chinese food!
I was just given this scarf from my mother-in-law and I absolutely love it! I have never been a huge scarf person, but maybe now I might be! I love the easy breeziness of this look!