Outfit: All Dressed up With Nowhere to go

Dress: Eight Sixty via Piperlime, Belt: Threadsence, Shoes: C/O Just Fabulous, Ring: House of Harlow, Necklace: T plus J designs, Gold band ring: Kohls

Is it weird if I tell you this was everyday wear? I seriously wore this for a normal day with the kids. 

Did I feel over dressed? A bit. Did I mind being overdressed? Not at all!
 I seriously think I've found the perfect swap out for days you just want to wear sweats, jersey material maxi dresses!

Also, I am OBSESSED with these shoes! I am such a sucker for a platform heel. ;)

Outfit: Autism One- Day 2 of 3

I told you about my first day at Autism One a few days ago. Here is what I wore to the second day I attended:

Top: Alloy (old), Shorts: Old Navy, Shoes: Forever 21, Bag: Coach (similar) (similar) (similar), Earrings: Swap w/ Kaitlyn, Wrist Wraps: C/O Kristin Hassan, Gold Band ring: Kohls, Sunnies: Loft (similar) (similar)

I did much better at the second day of Autism One. I was beyond overwhelmed the first day and truth be told I woke up not wanting to get out of bed.
I obviously did, made myself go back and listed to a lecture titled "Food With Benefits" given by Sueson Vess.  I am so glad I did, this was a great lecture! I took so many helpful notes, met up with the speaker, and got her cookbook after it was over (I also got a few new food products that I'll share with you here when I try them out).
The most important info I took away from this day was:
-Eat food from plants, not made in plants. (eat foods that will rot)
Seems obvious right? Well I can't tell you how many times in the past few days I've went to eat something and been made aware of the fact I'm not as healthy as I think. Try it, go through your day and see how much processed food you actually eat!
-Eat animals that ate leaves/plants.
-Eat fermented foods (good gut bacteria)
There were so many more helpful hints given to me at this lecture, but if I can pass the best info along, it's the above 3 points.
After listening and then shopping, we (myself, Nicolette of Momnivore's Dilemma, and a new mommy friend) then went to whole food and got a few items too. All and all, I finished this day feeling much more positive and more importantly, hopeful. ;)

*Check back tomorrow for my third and final day at Autism One. (I met Jenny McCarthy!!)

Outfit: Modern Day Snow White

Top: American Eagle (similar) , Skirt: Hive & Honey via Piperlime, Shoes: C/O Just Fabulous, Ring: Modcloth, Bangle: Express, Gold Band: Kohls

I get dressed, come downstairs and my hubby says "hey there snow white". I was confused for a moment, I mean I am 1 of 2 princesses in our home but then I realized what he meant. Okay, I'm good with it. I didn't plan to dress like snow white, but I will embrace it! ;)

Now lets talk shoes. I am OBSESSED with these! I had an outfit in mind to wear them with, but I need warmer weather. (No worries, I will be wearing said outfit soon!)

 I was super excited when I walked by them with my yellow maxi and saw how pretty the 2 colors looked together. What do you think? Too Disney or nice color blocking?

The glass cuff from Express is currently for sale in the "shop my jewelry" section.

Outfit: Spring is coming

Cardigan: Forever 21, Jeans: Target, Tank: Victoria's Secret, Hat: Shop Frankie's, Shoes:C/O Sole Society, Necklace and Heart Ring: Jewelmint, Gold band: Kohls, Sunnies: Loft

The weather is starting to get nice around here. (insert happy dance)  It's odd to me to be outside with no coat on in March, but I'll gladly take it! This is another example of everyday wear for me. And look, I'm wearing my hats more! ;) (see closet hat junkie post)

Outfit: Having Friends over for Dinner

Top and Shoes: Loft, Jeans: Gap, Triangle necklace: Threadsence, Necklace: Shop Jules, Gold band ring: Kohls, Stackable ring: Baublebar

Please excuse the rubber band on my wrist. I was cooking and every long haired gal knows to tie back their hair while cooking! ;)

This is what I wore for a dinner/play date with my bestie and her family.

If we are being honest, I ditched the shoes and wore my slippers most of the night! Great times, great food (if I do say so myself;), well behaved kids, and great friends. What more do you need?!

Outfit: Blue with Blue and Some More Blue

Tank: ASOS, Shirt: American Eagle, Jeans: Frankie B, Belt: Loft, Shoes: ShoeMint, Necklace: Shoedazzle, Quartz Ring: Free People, Gold band: Kohls

Is it winter here in the Chicago suburbs? We get snow for the first time, then it gets warm again. I'll take it, but it's still a bit weird not freezing outside with no coat on in mid January.

It was a day 3 hair for me (meaning I did not want to wash it! lol) so I braided a headband and put the rest into a bun at the nape of my neck. Super easy and I think super cute!

Now for the sad/great news. I LOVE this necklace. It goes with so many things and will be perfect for all the lighter colors that are in style this spring. Sadly since I have had 2 spinal fusions in the past 4 years I found that it was too heavy for me. ;( By hour 4 I was hurting. It's not crazy heavy, just too heavy for someone who's had 2 neck surgeries. So the great news is it's up for sale in my "shop my Jewelry" section and looking for a good home. ;)

Outfit: Casual Chic

Sweater: Urban Outfitters, Tank: Forever 21, Jeans: Gap, Shoes: Shoemint, Necklace and Bracelet: Jewelmint Gold band: Kohls

I wore this outfit to a family party. It was casual enough for a mid-week get together yet had the unexpected twist with the leopard shoe and sequin bits. My daughter stayed super busy picking at me all night! ;)
Now, can we talk about this jewelry? Jewelmint seriously keeps getting better and better. I should buy stock in the "mints". Or at least be their spokes person by now. ;)

Outfit: Prepping it up a bit

Sweater and Bracelet: Forever 21, Top: Target, Jeans: Gap, Shoes: Shoemint, Necklace: Jewelmint, Gold band ring: Kohls

In an effort to get more mileage out of my wardrobe I decided to layer my tops. This look was perfect for everyday (yes, I ran errands and shopping in 6 inch heels) and I felt very put together while doing it. ;)
What do you guys think? Do you ever layer a great button up under your knits?

Everyone needs a house coat/sweater

Sweater: Simply Vera Wang, Tank: Forever 21, Jeans: Gap, Heart ring and Necklace: Jewelmint, Shoes: Shoemint, Sunnies: MNG by Mango

Sweaters are a big part of my winter wear, and I have been searching for a great house sweater for some time now. Well, Cyber Monday hit and I found this one highly discounted at Kohls. I am in love! It's super cozy and just the right amount of warm.
Now can we discuss these shoes? OBSESSED!!!! You are going to get so sick of them because I will never take them off. Seriously. ;)
Loving the "mints" as of late. Well played Rachel Bilson and Kate Bosworth!

special night out

Dress: Swap c/o Kaitlyn
Shoes: Jessica Simpson
Bangles: Baublebar (sold out)
Heart Ring: Jewelmint
Gold band ring: Kohls
Necklace: Stella and Dot

This past weekend we celebrated my sister-in-laws recent engagement with a super dinner bash! It was such a beautiful night filled with laughter, amazing food, champagne, cake, and stories of what's to come for the happy couple!
I wore a dress I got from my last swap with Kaitlyn and I really felt beautiful in it! It was a bit big in the bust (damn you well endowed Katie), but I figured heck with it, I'm wearing this one! I paired it with black shoes and black with gold jewelry. I know that wearing black with brown used to be taboo, but I just love mixing neutrals! What do you guys think? Ever mix black and brown or do you sick to the old school rules?



**Don't forget, you have until Sunday at 10pm to use code SADBBLOG10 on Kristin Hassan's site to receive $10 OFF ANY PIECE OF JEWELRY! Shipping is always free too! Happy shopping!

Fall is here!

Top: H&M
Jeans: Express
Boots: Victoria's Secret
Earrings: Kate Spade
Necklace: Self made
Quartz Ring: Free People
Gold band ring: Kohls

This is my favorite time of year! I love when you can wear sweaters with no coats and how cute are my new boots?! I am selling my old crop boots in "shop my shoes" because I wanted a pair that had buckles and now a year later I found a pair!!! I guess good things do come to those who wait. ;)
I paired my over sized sweater with a pair of skinny jeans and a few pieces of gold jewelry. This look was perfect for taking the little man to school, running errands, and later that day having dinner with my family for Ry's grandma's 82nd b-day!

This weeks "I want what she has!"

My first "I want what she has!" goes to Michelle Kuhlemeier. I love this look head to toe!

Dress: $14.99 Ross (store in AZ)
Shoes: $49 (on sale from $79) Simply Vera Wang from Kohls

I can't believe that dress was under $15, looks like she paid way more for it! Don't you just LOVE great finds like that?! Flawless as always Michelle!



My second "I want what she has!" goes to Kristin Hassan. I also love this look head to toe, but that necklace is stunning!

Necklace: $40 Charming Charlie

I love how simple yet chic this outfit is! Looks so effortless and put together and loving the deep red lip too! Beautiful as always Kristin! And great find on that necklace.

Shorts and Knits, loving this combo

Knit: Victoria's Secret
Tank: Victoria's Secret
Shorts: Lauren Conrad for Kohls
Shoes: Forever 21
Earrings: Gift
Chain Ring: Tiffany & CO
Stone ring: Lia Sophia
Sunnys: MNG by Mango

I just love this time of year! It's not quite fall yet, but the cooler night weather lets us know it's on the way! I know most people love summer, but my favorite season is fall! I love the smells, the colors, the cooler temps, I love it all! (anyone else gotta have those pumpkin spice lattes?) Plus you get to wear knits with shorts, so what's not to love?! ;)
I'm trying to get more use out of my summer wardrobe by transitioning some pieces (like these shorts) into my fall wardrobe. What do you guys think? Do you were some pieces all year round or do you rotate your closet? I generally rotate my closet, but this year I'm keeping more pieces for all seasons. We'll see how it goes....

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!

Tie dye and high heels

Dress: Free People
Shoes: Shoedazzle
Necklace: self made
Belt: Express
Heart Ring: Jewelmint
Gold band ring: Kohls
Orange Stone bracelet: Keyna Africa c/o Katrina
Gold and orange bangles: Forever 21

Anyone who knew me back in and before college knows I am quite a hippy at heart. I would have made a great flower child. Truly! So on that note, here's me mixing my old favorite with my new one! ;) Just because I would have been a great flower child doesn't mean I wouldn't have been a chic one! lol

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