Paisley Blues

Today was one of those days that just didn't seem to end.  Actually, I've been having those days a lot more frequently since I started school...The things we do for higher education.  It'll be all worth it in the end, right?

Today I was in a rare mood to dress up for work...

Color-blocking and fishtails

It has been good the last couple of days weather-wise so I decided to dress it up abit... The color-blocking kind of just came together at last minute there, since I thought my normal black and white motif may need abit of spicing up! on what i wore...

Sheer Blush and Neutrals

Today was a cloudy day but I was still hopeful that some sunshine will peak out of the clouds even for just a little bit...It was busy at work but I pushed through to get some paperwork done, even if not all...I love sheer blouses lately, I guess you could even say obsessed! I love that they give that feminine touch to a normal work outfit! 

To find out what I wore...

St. Patty's Day festivities!

I trust that everyone had a great weekend celebrating St. Patrick's Day with green beer and cheer! lol.

I spent the afternoon walking around downtown with my cousin and window shopping and at night, party'd it up with the gang at Barcelona!

In the true spirit of St Patty's Day, I decided to wear green!

To find out what I wore...

OOTD: Neutrals and Creams

 

It was a slightly cloudy but not a bad morning so I decided to wear my spring-ish neutrals and creams.  I love ivory hues, they just look so clean and crisp!

to find out what i wore...

Leather: day to night

Faux Leather leggings...

From day to night, it gives an edgy look.


Leather and Lace
[picture on top] BEBE lace top | Urban Planet faux leather leggings | over the knee boots | Zara Camel jacket(not pictured) | nine west clutch

Sheer and Leather
[picture on the bottom]  Marciano sheer top | Urban Planet faux leather leggings | over the knee boots |  RW & Co. tweed jacket

A few summer essentials!~

I love summertime...The days are hotter and the sun shines longer...It goes hand in hand with one of my fave places to be at, the beach!

Some of my summer essentials...

Work-week outfit March 3rd

OOTD::Club Monaco Puffy sleeve shirt, Charlotte Russe Black high-waisted skirt and Nine West heels

Finally, I get to wear my big-girl work clothes! lol.

Fired up!

I am so lovin' this Nine west bag--practical yet chic!

Soo lovin the name! lol.  'Fired Up' Medium Clutch

I've always just stuck to the shoes and hardly ever buy the bags, but this was such a steal!  Regularly $95, it was reduced to 40% the last ticketed price--$69.99.  It's great cause it's leather with gold hardware, perfect as an evening bag with a secret larger compartment!luvs!

 I had bought a bag from Aldo several months back in seattle in a camel colour (which this bag is also available in) that looks almost like this, but smaller.  Its a cute slouchy clutch that doesn't have a firm shape so you can stuff alot more than you could with a dinky tiny box shaped clutch! lol.

 I am so lovin the hardware.  Gold is my fave type of accessory hardware, wether it be for jewelry or bags, I'm more of a gold toned gal.  luvs! 

I have fallen inlove with this bag! Pretty and yet practical, I can finally bring a bag that fits my stuff yet looks pretty enough for a date night out!

think neutral.

beats:: jessica simpson - a public affair

outfit of the day:: same as below! =)

fave fashion accessory of the day/moment:: same as below! =)

I'm inlove with neutrals, aren't you?! lol.

Loves it...so fresh looking, so spring, so now!~*

In case you weren't able to spend your hard earned cash into the pricier labels, (not all of us can afford BCBG or BEBE even Marciano!) Forever 21 offers a wide selection of pretty in pink neutrals that will complete your wardrobe essentials for spring and summer!

For the most part, neutrals are a great way to brighten up a dark, chilly wardrobe of winter.  It's like someone cracked a window open and all the sunlight has come in, a ray of light (a la madonna lol).

If you notice that I always recommend alot of clothes from Forever 21, it's affordable and good quality for the price you pay.  If labels aren't your thing but you'd still like to look nice, this store is for you.  Of course there are other stores such as Sirens, and Urban Behavior even Costa Blanca, but quality-wise, they don't beat Forever 21.

So here are some of my fave Forever 21 neutral picks for spring/summer 2010:

Beaded Crepe Chiffon Dress

Notice the intricate beading and the lovely chiffon pink fabric used for the dress.  It's a beautiful alternative to a LBD standard for receptions and garden parties for spring and summer.  This dress reminds me of a flapper dress from way back, when dresses were more intricate, with the fringes and beading, you'll certainly be the belle of the party!

Blissful Woven Top $33.80(CDN)

Peasant tops are so cute during summer.  They are so light and airy looking and the lace adds that extra feminine touch to it.  This top, in my opinion can go from day to night and can be dressed up either way, depending on your occasion!

It can be paired with a pair of white shorts, or jeans to make a casual chic daytime look or a pair of white skinny pants or cropped pants to give that casual date night chic elegance.

Crochet Embodied Skirt.

It's kinda like a doily at first glance, but it's such a cute boho-chic skirt! I love how it's got the intricate patterned weave to it (a trend for spring, hint hint!)  If you are one of those ladies that just adore the boho chic styles of summer, I'd say this is a must for your new wardrobe!

Lace Brocade Tunic $29.80(CDN)

I absolutely adore this tunic. If you've seen 'Georgia Rule', you'll see in the beginning episode that Lindsay Lohan's character is wearing this adorable summer frock while walking along the side of a deserted road lol.  As memorable as that movie was, the dress itself caught my eye.  In the spring and summer months when everyone is trying to bring out their true colours, and wear the summer brights, i always gravitate to the whites.  I love the crisp clean look of it.  Much like the character's dress in the movie, this tunic looks uber adorable as a summertime outfit.  If you'd like to transition this into a night time look, a simple wedge in an earthy tone and a shawl will do!

Patent Peeptoe - Aren't these just the cutest? It reminds me of the 80s movie I loved as a young teen, 'Pretty in Pink'.  Molly Ringwald was such a rebel in pink! These were more from Forever 21's Prom collection.  It only came in sizes 6-11 i believe, so I'm pretty much out of luck lol.  For those of you looking to accent your summer whites and neutrals, pink is a hot contrast without the dark tones of yester-season lol.  It's almost like the red of summer, a nice punch of pastel with neutrals.  I've got a similar pair of pink patents, though mine came from Nine West =) luv'em!

Okay, so 'these are just a few of my favourite things'...lol joking! If you've watched 'Sound of Music' you'd understand! haha. In all seriousness, these are just a few things i've perused online at Forever 21.  I chose Forever 21 as a key place to shop because they offer pretty good prices for what you'd sometimes find for more than $100 at other stores.

If you're in Canada (or certain parts of US) you can always check out Sirens, Costa Blanca or Urban Behavior for comparison shopping...I always find lots of goodies there too! =)