Outfit: Arm Slit Sexy

Top: Threadsence, Tank: Dots, Shorts: Old Navy, Shoes: Shoedazzle, Watch and Bracelet: C/O Kristin Hassan, Ring: Self made (I SPY DIY craft), Necklace: Lia Sophia, Sunnies: Michael Kors

I can't say enough good things about this top! I felt like I was just wearing a tee and shorts, but my hubby kept telling me how sexy I looked. I couldn't figure it out and then realized he was a fan of the arm slits! Who knew sexy to boys could be so subtle. ;) I felt pretty in it, but not sexy so I was so confused. Boys are so weird! lol What do you think ladies, just looks cozy right?
I am also rocking my favorite braided top knot. For a how-to tutorial to get this top knot look, check here.

*In other news, these shoes are now up for sale in my closet!

Rad & Refined Summer Launch Party

I had the most wonderful time at the Chicago Blogger Network Rad and Refined summer launch party event over the weekend. This is what I wore:

Dress: Swap w/ Kaitlyn (Discovery), Shoes: C/O Sole Society, Bag: C/O Just Fabulous , Watch and Silver bracelet: C/O Kristin Hassan, Skull Bracelet and Necklace: Baublebar, Colored stackable ring set: gift, Stackable silver ring set: Shop Jules, Heart Ring: Self Made (I SPY DIY project)

As a fan of not only Rad and Refined but also both blogs Natalie off Duty and Color Me Nana, I was in blogger heaven this night. Truly!

Natalie, myself, and Dylana

There was shopping to be done, drinks to be had, food to be eaten, and photos to be taken! I had my eye on a maxi dress all night and could not stop coming back to it! I'm so predicable. lol

Myself and Jacqueline of Rad and Refined, me totally dorking out with Natalie (or making her think I'm a total dork, however you want to say it ;) and finally me passing out Because I shop too much cards to the girls! Hopefully they will set their closets up soon! ;)

Jessica and Jill of Style Juncture and myself

Delish cake pops from Coco Mori

And the night would not be complete without a little photo booth action compliments of Shutterbooth!

I was so happy my hubby came with me (he got a glimpse of my world), I hope I didn't make too big of a fool of myself as I am a super fan of both Natalie and Dylana, and I am beyond pumped at the new maxi dress I bought! Obviously you will be seeing it soon on the blog! And obviously I needed another maxi dress. No, seriously I did! ;)
*To book an appointment to shop Rad and Refined Chicago email info@radandrefined.com

Bon Voyage Party for Jessica

Chicago is losing a great blogger Jessica from Bows and Sequins. She is off to start a new chapter in her life in the big apple! How exciting!!!! I wish her all the luck in the world! She had a super fun bon voyage party on Thursday night and Kristin Hassan, her team, and lots of her jewelry were there to send her off as well (and DUH we all did some shopping!). Here is what I wore:

Tank: Forever 21, Skirt: Kristin Hassan, Shoes: C/O Sole Society, Bag: Coach, Rings: Michael Kors, Bracelets and Watch: C/O Kristin Hassan, Necklace: Forever 21(similar and under $5)

Myself and Kaitlyn had such a blast! We had a little champagne, some cup cakes, did a little shopping, and hung with some of our favorite Chicago ladies!

Kaitlyn, myself, and Jessica of Bows and Sequins

Jessica of Little Miss 312, myself, and Kaitlyn

Lindsay and Kristen from the KH team, Kaitlyn and me taking it upon ourselves to do quality control on the cupcakes. (they passed inspection! lol So yummy!)

The KH team, myself with Kristin Hassan

Hallie from Corals and Cognacs, myself, and Kaitlyn



And the night would not be complete without doing minor mirror checks/lip gloss applications! ;)

Jessica even sent us each home with a little goodie bag (BEYOND UNNECESSARY)! Yes, we went to her going away party and she gave us gifts! Chicago will miss you Jessica! Visit soon, and have so much fun!! xo

For more on the party and to see Kaitlyn's outfit pics head over to the Sisters Marie blog!

Outfit: Ourdoor Party

Jacket: Pepe Jeans, Dress: Threadsence, Bracelets: C/O Kristin Hassan, Ring: Self made (I SPY DIY project), Shoes: Target, Sunnies: Michael Kors

I am loving this shift dress! It was perfect for this outdoor party and when it got cool out, I put on my AMAZING new jean jacket. Can we discuss how pretty this ombre denim is?! It has an awesome wash on it, has a great stretch to it, and well, it's just pretty to look at! ;) I finished the look with some of my favorite Kristin Hassan metal pieces, flats, and a ring I recently made.

To see photos of the party and what Kaitlyn wore, head over to the Sisters Marie blog!

*And the winner of the Just Fabulous Sanaya shoe (color of their choice) is: #6

Congrats Jessica! I will pass your email along and you will be contacted for your color choice, size, and shipping information. A giant thank you to Just Fabulous for hosting this giveaway and thank you to all who entered. xo

Outfit: Wearing a Dress Under a Dress

Bodycon Dress (underneith): Forever 21, Dress: C/O Oasap, Belt: Dolce Vita, Bracelet: J Good, Ring: House of Harlow, Shoes: Victoria's Secret, Earrings: Kristin Hassan, Sunnies: Loft (similar) (similar)

I was given this dress by Oasap and when it came I new this would not be a "dress" on me. It was so short! Okay, maybe if I was shorter, or did not have to bend over it would have worked. ;)

My solution, wearing a dress under this dress! Those bodycon dresses are hot alone, but I end up using them as slips every now and then. This dress would be cute with leggings or shorts under as well. I'll have to style it different next time. 

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: Just Fabulous Colored Crop Denim

Blazer: Lush via Threadsence, Crop Denim and Heels: C/O Just Fabulous, Tank: Dots, Ring: C/O Kristin Hassan, Necklace: Jewelmint, Sunnies: Michael Kors

Ummm, how amazing are these jeans?! I had no idea Just Fabulous not only had amazing shoes, bags, and jewelry, but also great denim! I went with a colored crop, but they have flare, boot cut, skinny, etc. I strongly recommend you check their denim out. LOVE the fit. They run about a size big so you also feel super skinny as you go down a size. ;) Hey, it's the little things.....

*The winner of the Creme 11 by Yonka Paris valued at a $56 value is: #4

Congrats Amanda! I have passed your email along and you will be notified for shipping information soon! A big thanks to Verve360 for hosting this giveaway!

Outfit: Bridal Shower Atire

Dress: Swap w/ Kaitlyn (similar) (similar), Shoes: C/O Just Fabulous, Cuff and blue bracelet: C/O Kristin Hassan, Bracelet: C/O T plus J designs, Necklace: Forever 21 (similar) (splurge), Ring: House of Harlow

So I colored my hair again! As much as I loved the lighter color underneath, it was not what I was going for to begin with and I had these awful blond streaks on the top that were driving me crazy! ;)  I boxed colored it. (I used 2 boxes as I have WAY too much hair for 1 box.) Thoughts?

This is what I wore to my cousin's bridal shower. We had so much fun! Mimosas, brunch, games, gifts, family, friends, and pictures. What more can you ask for?

Outfit: Dinner Out

Top: Banana Republic, Skirt: Swap w/ Kaitlyn (Express), Shoes: Shoemint (similar) (similar), Bag: C/O Just Fabulous, Cuff: C/O Kristin Hassan, Bracelet: C/O T plus J Designs, Necklace: ThirtySomethingFashion Box Service

This outfit put a little spring in my step. You know when you like what you are wearing so you feel good/pretty in it, well, that was me this day. Love the mixing of blue hues with pinks and gold. Now on to the good stuff...

The winner of the EShakti giveaway is: #5
Cacy

Congrats Cacy! I sent your email info to EShakti and they will be contacting you. A big thank you to EShakti for hosting this giveaway and everyone who entered. xo

Outfit: Date Day/Night

Top: Love Sam via Piperlime, Jeans: Level 99 via ThirtySomethingFashion Box Service, Shoes: Victoria's Secret, Wrist Wrap: C/O Kristin Hassan, Bracelet: C/O T plus J designs, Bag: Coach, Ring: C/O Sole Society, Sunnies: Michael Kors

Myself and the hubby had a date night planned, but then called our sitter and asked her to come over at 2:30 instead of 5:00pm. ;)
Date day/night, here we come! First stop, drinks and an appetizer. Second stop, movies to see the Avengers. (Great movie!!)
We walk in get a soda and small popcorn. They upgraded us to mediums which is, by the way, an absurd amount of liquid. I kid you not when I say it's 2 liters of cola. Ridiculous.
We sit down, I go to take a sip and the cap pops off and I now have a liter of brown soda on my white denim. My hubby's face was PRICELESS. He went silent and just waited for me to react. I quickly ran to the washroom and wet it good hoping that when it dried it was closer to cream then brown.
Forward to me sitting in a 2 and 1/2 hour movie in wet pants.
After, we went to dinner and I feel I was a great sport as I strut around in brownish spotted pants the rest of the night.
In 33 years I have NEVER spilled a drink on my lap. Leave it to me to have the first time be while wearing white pant! lol