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Monday, March 24, 2014

Spring, a Long Time Coming

They say spring is on its way, but I'm not sure I believe them.  Snow, rain and ice have dominated most of this winter - not to mention the freezing cold temps. I don't know about you but I've had my fill of winter.  Seeing pictures of other people's beach vacations and watching Sandals commercials now make me irate instead of lustful.  I sure hope I'm wrong and spring is right around the corner (fingers crossed)...

In light of spring's (supposed) arrival I've been eyeing some happy spring and summer things to keep me going for the duration of these cold, trying days.  

{Crops and High Waists}
Still in from previous seasons, pairing a crop with a high waist avoids the need for showing your belly, which is good for a 30-something lady like me. The key to achieving this look is a crop that just graces the top of the high waist. Too long and you'll just look like you're wearing mom jeans. Too short and you'll look way too 90s.  Although the 90s are totally back. 
F21, Top here, Bottoms here

{Pastels and Florals - Peach and Mint}
I want everything in pastels lately. Soft and flowy with the ability to match almost anything, pastels can make you feel spring-like even if it's still freezing.  
Topshop, Crepe Notch Front Blazer $110.00
Shopbop, Rebecca Minkoff Bag $195


ASOS, Floral Blouse $18.82

{Matching Sets} Takes the guess work out of your outfit.  Put it on, dress it up and go! My kind of outfit.
ASOS, Native Rose Camisole Top in Patchwork Geo Rose Print, $84.69


ASOS, Knitted Tee in Textured Stitch $56.46
ASOS, Knitted Skirt in Textured Stitch $56.46
Francesca's, Scalloped Crop Top $34.00  and Short $34.00

{Utility Jacket} - to keep you warm on those chilly spring mornings and nights. 
Old Navy Utility Jacket, $39.94
{Tribal/Aztec/Mexi-Cali Prints}
Saw this on a maternity blog and although it's not a maternity dress I thought I could wear it pregnant and then afterward.  It's so flowy I can be comfy and cute all at the same time.  It ships from China so it takes a while to get stuff but you can't beat the price and I was surprised by the quality.  The top portion is hand-embroidered and is quite weighty, considering that it is so inexpensive.  Can't wait to wear it!
Sheinside.com, Tribal Maxi Dress $33.52
Sheinside.com, White Tribal Embroidered Dress $30.67

{D'Oray Flats} - Combines the pointy toe trend but without the heel. Very practical for the mom on the go. 
{Caged sandals} - Short or tall cages on heels and flat sandals are in.  Personally, I avoid these because I feel they just make my legs look bigger than they are but if you've got Olive Oil legs you can rock these all spring and summer.  
Before the past two seasons I would've scoffed at these heels that remind me of something out of my grandma's closet.  However, they've gotten an update with straps and color blocking. Comfy to boot!


Asos, $56.46
Piperlime, Clarks Shira Danika Heel $120.00

{Structured bags} - Think Kate Spade-esque. Sharp shapes, clean lines- the best ones have shoulder straps and handles. Perfect for throwing over your shoulder during the day while your hands are full and then tucking in and slipping the handles over your wrist for the night. 
So reflective you may blind people, they are going to be everywhere by summer so grab yours now. 
Nordstrom, Ray Bans $165.00
{Looking forward} Overalls and Bucket bags.  

I don't even know what to say about this. I was scrolling through Instagram one day and was instantly stopped mid-scroll, thumb hovering over the screen as I stared in disbelief at one of my favorite bloggers donning overalls.  Yes, overalls. 

They looked good.  Did I just say that? I'm pretty embarrassed to admit that in that moment I thought, 'They're not so bad. These are totally about to make a come back.'  

They weren't good the first time around, and as we moved forward I realized the only ones capable of pulling off overalls were Carrie Bradshaw and TLC. (Remember 'Don't Go Chasin' Waterfalls'?!  Perhaps it should be 'Don't Go Chasin' Overalls'). 
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They are creeping up behind our backs so be ready people.  You will see them on regular people in regular places. Soon.  
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I don't know that I can bring myself to spend $298 for these overalls below, but if you're going to buy them, you really have to love the way they look.  I'm going to look around for a quality imitation of these...
Intermix, Current Elliott Destroyed Short Overalls, $298
Luxury designers have been making bucket bags and backpacks for years but lately I've noticed them gracing the pages of magazine ads.  Hard to organize and find things, these bags are reminiscent of my days in 6th-8th grade. Hey, a Louis is a Louis is a Louis. Right?? 
Louis Vuitton, Noe BB Bag $1200.00

There are too many things I like for spring to possibly list all of them.  So many options, so many good choices.  Follow me on Pinterest to see some of my spring inspiration.  Happy shopping, my friends! 

~And that, my friends, is worth a glass of champagne!~
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Sunday, March 16, 2014

Domestic Fridays

Dear Girl at Safeway,

You passed me, my husband and my little girl at 6pm on Friday in the frozen food aisle.  You turned to your friend as we passed with a snide, 'domestic Fridays' just loud enough for us to hear. 

I want to say I'm sorry. I'm sorry that you are not wise enough to recognize that my domestic Friday is more rewarding than any night you may have at a bar with your friends.  As you gathered up your cocktail mixers, I purchased cookies, diapers and bread. For my family.  

I'm sorry you do not know the joy of giving birth to a being who is solely dependent on you in every way. I'm sorry you don't have someone who thinks you walk on water. I'm sorry you don't have a little, round, perfectly porcelained face staring up at you with big eyes everyday, saying 'I livyoutoo, Mama.' I'm sorry that no one thinks you are as cool as to follow you to the bathroom while you poop.  I'm sorry no one tries to be you in every way - wearing your finest designer purse, your  fedora and your jewels.  I'm sorry you don't look over and explode with love watching your daughter read out loud to herself in gibberish.  I'm sorry you don't get to hear someone coo and babble in the morning in her crib. I'm sorry you can't have the pleasure of hearing your daughter, who has just pretended to hide her water bottle exclaim 'I find it!!' with pure unadulterated jubilation.

I'm sorry you don't have a man to accompany you through life. I'm sorry that man doesn't make you breakfast in bed or buy you Us magazine and flowers after a rough day. I'm sorry he doesn't bend over backwards and work like a dog to give you and your family all the things you want in life. I'm sorry he doesn't make you laugh till you cry and stay up with you when you are sad. 

I'm sorry you can't recognize that I was once you. I've woken up with my make-up smeared on my pillow from the previous night.  I've stayed out all night laughing and carousing with friends. I've bought those same mixers you are now buying. I've put on my pre-game playlist and gotten ready with my friends. I've talked to douche bags at bars. I've traveled the world.  I've thought family life was boring and terrible.  I've been you and that's why I kept my comments to myself that night in Safeway. I've had my fun. But I've moved on. And hopefully so will you someday. 

And maybe I'm being presumptuous about you and your life as you were that night in Safeway about mine.  You assume my life is that of a boring old maid or mom who is miserable in my life. Unfortunately, this could not be further from the truth.  Your comments are sadly those of an ignorant, immature child who doesn't seem to know what she wants in life.  Or perhaps they are those of someone who knows exactly what she wants in life. Either way, you came off bitter and jealous.  I'm sorry for that.  

(And by the way, if you're so cool, what were you doing at the Safeway on a Friday night? Just sayin...)

I wouldn't trade my 'domestic Fridays' for anything in this entire world.  

~And that my friends, is worth a glass of champagne!~
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