One of my favorite prints to wear is floral. I can never seem to get enough of it! I pulled this dress out of my closet from last fall and thought it would be perfect for an easy summer afternoon ( I wore it last HERE.).....
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Firmoo Glasses
Yay for Friday! The weekend is here and I can finally take a much needed breather, though I do have some events to attend and of course Father's Day is this Sunday. Nothing huge is planned except to just spend some time together and have a nice breakfast (my dad's favorite meal) and probably a dinner......
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Top: Ann Taylor || Skirt: Chicwish || Bag, Betsey Johnson: (SIMILAR) || Shoes: Charles David || Headband: (SIMILAR) ||
Happy Thursday everyone! One more day until Friday. I can feel the anticipation! Today is all about mixing different prints together. Whoever said an outfit should just have one print? Regardless, I'm loving all of the different patterns going on here. Stripes and florals to me are a given. They go with practically anything and can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. Add in some cute polka dots, I mean how adorable are these shoes?!?, and you have an outfit that just pops. I tried to keep everything in the same color family so it would blend nicely and not completely overwhelm the eye. Black and white with some shades of pink. Have some fun with your fashion ladies!
Don't forget to take a peek at my online pop up shop I'm hosting with Chloe and Isabel until Friday! So many sparkly goodies including this blush bracelet I'm wearing. I'm more than in love with it and cannot wait to feature it more! One lucky shopper who makes a total purchase of $75 will be entered to win 25% off of their entire purchase. Shop the boutique HERE.
Blue Lace
Shirt: Triple Thread OC c/o || Skirt, LC Lauren Conrad: (SIMILAR) || Flower Belt, New York and Company: (SIMILAR) || Clutch: Express || Shoes, Kohls: (SIMILAR) || Lipstick: Bare Minerals Moxi ||
Is it really Wednesday already? I'm personally excited to see the days fly by since I have a small weekend trip coming up at the end of June. My dad and I always have a little family vacation and wanted to squeeze one in before Ava arrives. We'll see how I do on the 6 hour car ride though! It'll be worth it since I'm going to Cape Cod, my little slice of heaven. Keeping my fingers crossed that the weather holds out! It's been an constant battle with the weather in NEPA going from down pours one minute, to sunshine, then back to cloudy the next. Hope fully it turns around soon and we can have some abundant sunshine!
Today I'm feeling blue, but in a good way! Pairing this triple thread lacy top with an exact color match skirt makes it appear to be a dress almost. To give it some shape, I cinched, above my baby bump, a nice floral belt that has some good stretch to it. This maxi skirt is perfect for petites, myself included, and non petites alike. A hi-low hem fixes the overwhelming volume and makes for a beautiful silhouette.
Don't forget to visit my online pop up shop for Chloe and Isabel, which closes this Friday. One lucky shopper who has a purchase total of $75 will be entered to win 25% off of their order! Visit this link, Amanda's Pop Up Shop, to see all of the goodies including this beautiful blush toggle bracelet. I'm completely swooning over it!
Soft Lips with Epic Blend
Lip Balm: Epic Blend c/o || Ring: Pink Peonies || Blazer: Target|| Blouse: LC Lauren Conrad, sold out (SIMILAR) || Watch: Boutqiue, (SIMILAR) || Clutch: Shoedazzle || Mirror: antique ||
Happy Tuesday everyone! Today I wanted to share with you my secret to getting incredibly soft lips while using epic blend lip balm. I'm always on the lookout for brands that use all natural ingredients in their products and was pleasantly surprised to find out epic blend uses only the top-shelf natural ingredients without any of the harsh chemicals or synthetics. This was right up my alley and I loved all of the yummy flavors they have in their lineup. The formula's are petroleum-free, gluten-free, non gmo, not tested on animals, and only include natural flavors. My two personal favorites are the citrus kick and pineapple-mint.
The balms come in three categories:
Hemp: Using organic hemp seed oil, which is a great anti-oxident, super-nourishing, and quickly absorbs into the skin.
More Moisture: A total of seven moisturizers are used, including organic shea butter, to come together to provide a generous dose of moisture to your lips while having a long lasting staying power.
Vegan: 100% plant-based and beeswax-free. All natural grade candelila was is used, which gives these balms an incredibly smooth texture.
The Hemp Collection Includes:
Vanilla, Coconut, Mint, and Citrus Kick
The More Moisture Collection Includes:
Unflavored, Cherry, Grape, Green Apple
The Vegan Collection Includes:
Pineapple-mint, Wild Berry
Don't Forget to visit my online Pop Up Shop which opens today and closes this Friday! Click on the post below for all of the pretty details. Make sure to use the pop up shop link and let me know if you'll be attending. Hope you enjoy all of the sparkly goodness!
eShakti Review
Dress: eShakti c/o || Panama Hat: Express || Clutch: Express || Lip Color: Bare Minerals Moxi Shoes: Shoedazzle || Neckalce, Charming Charlie, (SIMILAR) ||
Happy Friday everyone! Another jam packed weekend up ahead for me, but that's just how I like it. My baby shower invites were finally addressed last night and sent out today. Eek, I'm so excited! I cannot wait for the event to happen and to share some photos of it with you. I never had a bridal shower, so this is something that I really wanted to do.
Today I'm sharing my review on eShakti.com. I was more than thrilled to find an online shop designing styles that can be customized by the customer. It is so rare these days to find any kind of clothing that can be customized without going to a tailor or seamstress, and we all know that can be a bit expensive. My personal experience when ordering from eShakti was fantastic. I chose this dress since it was a wrap style with a comfortable jersey material that would fit me throughout my pregnancy. I was able to order my normal size 2 since the fabric is stretchy. Who can go wrong with stripes too! This can be worn so many different ways throughout the year.
When I eventually found the dress that would best fit my style (and pregnancy) I was then directed to the customization part, which was so simple. You can either pick from predetermined sizes, the typical 0-36W, or you can enter in your specific sizes for your waist, shoulders, arm length and circumference, the list goes on. That would be particularly helpful to find the most perfect fit for your body. Next, you provide your height. Finally, you can chose the length of the whole garment, the sleeve length, and the neck line. I stayed with how the dress was originally made since I liked that style best. I could have made this into a maxi dress with long sleeves or cap sleeves, or even a mini dress with no sleeves. Endless possibilities! I was really blown away by the beautiful pieces they have and really had such a hard time deciding. Another fantastic point, the prices are what you would pay for any other piece of clothing.
I hope everyone has a great weekend!
You can find out more about eShakti by visiting:
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Casual Cool
Shirt: Triple Thread OC c/o || Bag: Shoedazzle || Jeans: Target || Shoes: Keds || Sunglasses, Target, (SIMILAR) || On Lips: Nars Satin Lip Pencil in Rikugien ||
There's nothing I love more than getting dressed up for the day. I treasure my morning hours, sometimes afternoon hours when I'm feeling a bit worn out from the pregnancy!, where I can sit down and get myself primped and ready for the day ahead. Some days though call for a more relaxed and laid back feeling, but still not sacrificing any style points. I've lived in these white skinny jeans all spring and summer long. They're such a nice alternative to dark denim and really brighten up an outfit. This beige top from Triple Thread OC feels so lightweight and comfortable for those warm summer days. I love how easily I can move around in it and the versatility of it. While it is not specifically a pregnancy top, it is definitely very pregnancy friendly. I was never a big sneaker person either and in fact, I purposely would not wear them, opting for flats instead. Once I found the cute styles that Keds offer though, I was completely hooked. Who could pass up this pretty mint shade?!
This outfit was perfect for all of the running around I had to do yesterday along with the house work that had piled up on me. Some days I sleep for hours and have no energy and others, I cannot sleep at all and end up having tons of energy to get things done. This third trimester throws me for a loop sometimes!
Belle Raquelle Earrings
Earrings: Belle Raquelle c/o || Dress: Modcloth | Jacket: Target || Ring: Pink Peonies || Clutch: Kate Spade || Wedges: Target ||
Happy Monday loves! What a busy weekend I had with planning things for my baby shower and finally getting the baby registry completed. Not to mention a little work and some rest! I've been finding myself not being able to sleep at night anymore and being completely drained throughout the day. Needless to say, sometimes a nap is required. Today also marks 32 weeks for me. My how time flies by. I hope everyone else had a fantastic weekend!
Today I wanted to share with you a boutique called Belle Raquelle which carries chic accessories at extremely affordable prices. These mermaid earrings are perfect for summer with their two-toned style in white and blue. Not to mention how eye catching they are and how they go with so many items in my closet. Simple and chic, these will become a staple for me throughout the spring and summer months! I don't know about you, but I love when I find a piece that is so versatile and comes at a fantastic price point.
A little P.S.
This ring and clutch were birthday gifts from my husband. I'm so in love with them. Expect to see these pieces in upcoming posts!
Pastels
Happy Thursday loves! The weather has been a bit gloomy lately, though the sun did finally make an appearance yesterday, so some pretty pastels were in order to cheer and brighten up the surroundings. Pastels always put me in a good mood and never fail to bring a smile to my face. While they definitely fit into the spring wardrobe, I find that pastels can work any time of the year and trust me, I certainly do wear them year round. I've been wearing this blush blazer so much lately to polish up any outfit or to simply keep me warm when the weather takes a slight dip. Definitely one of my favorite buys this year.
Summer Time Vibes
Dress || Black Bow Hat || Shoes, DSW, (Similar HERE) || Bag, TJMaxx, (Similar HERE) ||
Nothing seems more summery to me than a sundress with a wide brim hat. The pretty combo tells of effortless days spent in the warm sun with a beautiful breeze passing on by. This vintage inspired Minnie Mouse dress feels so comfy and looks cute with the white piping details and the little white polka dots covering the entire canvas. Add some pops of red and you have an east breezy cool summer outfit. This would be especially good for the 4th of July celebrations in little over a month. Lets hope the weather makes a turn for the better before then!
Floral Maxi
Top || Skirt || LC Lauren Conrad Heels (Similar HERE) || Loft Clutch (Similar HERE) || Bare Minerals Lipstick (Risk It All) ||
It's that time again, Monday morning. I always find myself wondering where the weekend went to?!? Usually on a Monday I need something a little bright and cheery to keep that pep in my step and this floral maxi skirt does just that. I love how beautifully it flows, especially with the slightest bit of a breeze. The pink and mint hues blend together perfectly to make the most charming print.
I want to say thank you to everyone for the most beautiful and kind birthday wishes this past weekend! I truly appreciate all of your love and support. It means the world to me. I had a nice quiet dinner with my husband Friday night and then celebrated with my family Saturday night at an outdoor patio with twinkling lights, tiki torches, and a fire pit keeping us warm under a blanket of stars. It was such a wonderful birthday!
Shop some more of my favorites similar to this outfit below
Birthday Girl
Wishing everyone a wonderful Friday today! Finally we made it to the weekend and I am especially excited since today I turn 27. Time certainly has flown by with so many moments to look back upon and cherish. I must say that I have always been in love with the actual date of my birthday, May 29th, since it is also the same birthday as John F. Kennedy, whom I adore. Thank you mom for the impeccable timing!
I wanted this photo shoot to be a fun one and thought, well balloons are fun and so is some confetti! I'll tell you what's not so fun though, balloons on a very windy day. It was definitely tough trying to keep these suckers where I wanted them. In the end, I just let them go where they wanted, but it did take me 2 hours to get through the shoot! I love how colorful this dress is along with the pretty Charles David rose gold heels. In the confetti photos, I'm wearing flats from JustFab, which are also so colorful and have the prettiest rhine stones on them.
I hope everyone has a lovely weekend! I'll be spending mine with my husband today and then celebrating with my family tomorrow. Enjoy!!
Bumpstyle Box
Today I'm bringing you four different looks from Bumpstyle Box. A chic maternity boutique that delivers straight to your front door. The sign up process is hassle free and only requires some basic information about your own personal style. A stylist at Bumpstyle Box looks through all of your information regarding what size you wear and what fashion/trends/styles you prefer, and then picks out different clothing items based upon your input. A credit card number is required, but not charged until the customer decides what they would like to keep from their box. Shipping to your house and back to the boutique is prepaid by Bumpstyle Box.
My personal experience with the company was completely fantastic. I finished my style profile and told Bumstyle that I would like my box sent on a specific day and then received an email with a UPS tracking number. The box came within five business days and contained the perfect pieces that went right along with my personal style, even colors were chosen that would compliment my hair color. The stylists at Bumpstyle Box definitely make sure to capture the real you in the clothing they send. I was quite impressed and could not wait to try on the different pieces, four in total, to see how they fit my baby bump. Of course everything fit perfectly and felt so comfortable. The best part, most of the items look as if they could be worn post pregnancy too which means you'll get much more wear out of them and they do not have to hide at the back of your closet once your little bundle of joy arrives. I'm so in love with the fact that Bumpstyle Box takes the time to get to know you, picks out the perfect pieces, and then sends them straight to your door. As the customer, you keep what you like and send back what you do not. Easy and hassle free, something everyone can appreciate!
See my four looks below. Thank you to Bumpstyle Box for sponsoring this post.
The Blue Dress
Ann Taylor Shoes || Bumpstyle Box Dress || Target Bag, Old, (Similar) || Modcloth Blazer, Old, (Similar) ||
The Printed Bow Dress
Bumpstyle Box Dress || Ann Taylor Bag || LC Lauren Conrad Blazer, Old, (Similar) || Similar ||
The White Dress
Bumpstyle Bpx Dress || The Ehibit Necklace || The Exhibit Earrings || Shoedazzle shoes, sold out, Similar || Charming Charlie Clutch, Old, (Similar)) ||
The White Maxi Skirt
Bumpstyle Box Skirt || Target Flamingo Shirt || Target Corss Body Bag || JustFab Shoes || Modcloth Hat, Sold Out, (Similar)
Chambray and Stripes
*modcloth links are paid
Modcloth Skirt || Banana Republic Factory Store Shirt || Banana Republic Clutch, (Similar) || LC Lauren Conrad Heels, (Similar) ||
Don't forget that Banana Republic is having a 40% off sale, including some great styles at 50% off right now until 5/26. Use the code BRSUMMER.
Happy Friday and cheers to the long weekend! You may remember this skirt from my previous post here, which I absolutely love. This time I wanted to try something a bit different with a little more of a laid back, yet polished look. Enter the forever comfortable and effortlessly chic chambray shirt. Stripes pair with practically everything in your closet so buying this skirt was a no brainier. As I mentioned before, it does run a bit small so ordering up one size would be best. I cannot wait to enjoy some family time this Memorial Day weekend. I'm also really excited for my Memorial day outfit this Monday, the unofficial start of summer! Enjoy everyone.
Modcloth is also having a 40% off sale for the summer holiday. Make sure to stock up on some cute looks! I already have my wish list filled to the brim.
White Lace with Pops of Pink
Chicwish Dress || LC Lauren Conrad Blazer || JustFab Bag || Shoes, Old, (Similar) || LC Lauren Conrad Midi Ring ||
A very lovely Thursday to everyone! I hope your week has been going well and luckily tomorrow is Friday! There's nothing that seems as fresh to me as wearing white in the spring. Pair that with some pretty pops of pink and you have a nice light airy feeling with your outfit. I love the delicate lace detail this dress has and the simple pleating adds a nice touch. The morning was a bit cool so I threw on a blazer, which is now on sale for $28! Trust me, it's perfect for a cool morning or evening when you just need a little extra warmth. It comes in black or blush. While blush is my usual go-to when dealing with pinks, I also love a bright hot pink to add some flare and pizazz. I've been looking to add a few hot pink items to my wardrobe lately, especially some of the pretty shoes below. Click on the ones you like!
Put A Bow On It
Golden Closet Dress || The Exhibit Earrings || Mint Sea Turtle Case || Enzo Angiolini Heels, Old, (Similar) ||
I hope everyone is having a wonderful Tuesday. Today I wanted to share some recent boutiques I've been introduced to and absolutely love. The first is Golden Closet, an online boutique started by two sisters that carries a wide variety of chic pieces from tops, dresses, skirts, to accessories such as bags, jewelry, and sunglasses. I saw this dress on their site and loved the color combination with the elastic waistband. I cannot believe how comfortable it is and a little bonus, it has pockets! Next is The Exhibit, an online shop that just recently celebrated its launch. They carry fashion jewelry with fabulous prices or luxe pieces that will please every palate ranging from modern class to vintage elegance. These fanned earrings have a vintage vibe while still being modern and elegant. Absolutely perfect for anyone. I love that little bit of extra sparkle to brighten up an outfit. Last is Charisma, a little lifestyle boutique on Coronado Island in San Diego, California. I picked up the sea turtle bag while I was there on vacation and have not forgotten how charming this little store was. Unfortunately, they do not have a shopping section on their online store, but if you're in the area definitely stop in. I did find the bag on another site and have that linked above. How adorable is this ribbon that I tied my hair with too!? It's a piece of ribbon from a shopping bag that I saved. I simply curled and brushed out my hair, put in into a pony with out any elastic band and then tied the ribbon around it into a bow. Simple and cute.
Pink Bow Top and Midi Skirt
Chich Wish Bow Top || Chic Wish Midi Skirt || Target Pink Crossbody || Jackie Kennedy Pink Ring || Shoedazzle Floral Heels
Below are are other chic floral heels that I absolutely love!
I've been so enchanted lately with pretty feminine frills. I cannot seem to get enough of them. Even if I'm just going out to the grocery store, I still like to get dressed up to set the tone for the rest of my day. My previous post talked about a more relaxed style, but still always being put together. As soon as I put on this Chic Wish top and skirt, it instantly put me in a good mood. Pretty pink colors, a bow detail, floral prints, a full skirt, midi length, what's not to love?! I even find myself being more productive when I'm dressed up and that's pretty fantastic.
Seeing Stripes
Milly Red Striped Dress || Rock and Republic White Flats || Jackie Kennedy Swarovski Crystal Ring || Jackie Kennedy Earrings (Similar) || Target Straw Clutch (Similar) ||
Happy Friday loves! I always get asked if I ever wear anything "dressed down" and the answer is of course, doesn't everyone?! I recently spotted the New Milly for DesignNation at Kohls and wanted to give this new line a try. The standout prints and saturated colors really make for some amazing summer attire. There's a piece in this collection for everyone ranging from relaxed tee's, skirts, dresses, shorts, pants, florals, stripes, prints, you name it, Milly has it. I wanted something that I could dress up or down depending on the occasion. The red striped dress has such a relaxed summery vibe to it that I could not pass it up. Plus, it fits with pregnancy seeing as how there is no waist to it. Add some flats and you have a perfect relaxed beachy look for summer. Also, these Rock and Republic flats are amazingly versatile for the spring and summer months. White will go with literally everything you own and the gold strap adds a nice little shimmer. White and gold combinations are always a go-to for me.
Below are some more of my favorites from the Milly collection.
The Target clutch I have in the photos above is one of my all time favorite staples. While it is from a few seasons ago, I found some fabulous straw clutches that can carry you through the warmer months with style.
Striped Skirt
*modcloth links are paid
I don't think there is any question about how popular and classic stripes are. Essentially, they are eternally chic and have never gone out of style. I wanted to pair mine with some leopard heels, which I am in love with, and a pretty pink top. I love the detailing of pearls and rhine stones along the collar. It adds such a feminine flair to the top. There's so many ways to style this skirt, which is always a plus since it can pair with so many different items in your closet. How lovely is this bow bag too! It's actually a faint blush color, but always comes up a nude in photos. The skirt does run a bit small though. Normally I would have gotten the small and opted for the medium based on the reviews. It has an elastic waist with a zipper in the back and fit perfectly.
Floral Maxi
*modcloth links paid
Old Navy Maxi Dress || Modcloth Heels || LC Lauren Conrad Necklace, (Similar) || Clutch, Shoedazzle ||
Right now Old Navy has an absolutely fantastic sale going on in their stores and online. 40% off EVERYTHING and baby and kids items are 50% off! Too good to pass up. I went in to see if there was anything I liked when I found this darling floral maxi dress. The white color is on point for spring and summer while the soft floral pattern makes this dress feel extra romantic. On a side note, perfect for pregnancy since it has a higher waist! I love how comfortable it is too. Don't miss out on this amazing sale ending May 19th. Click the link below to grab some goodies!
Spring has sprung! With the golden sun shinning and the air slowly warming up, there’s no denying spring is officially here. A few cherry blossom trees have started blooming their pretty pink petals creating the most marvelous sight to see.