Polka Dots, Faux Leather Leggings, and a Tie

Hello! I’m back from my vacay, settling into the daily grind. *o*

In line with my goal of pattern mixing, wearing more black and white combinations (like here and here) and my post a couple of weeks ago sporting a tie (see here), I came up with this assortment.

Once again, I really liked it in the mirror, but upon seeing it on film….well, honestly, it reminds me of a Dalmatian! LOL

 Despite that, I think I like it!

A side note about my faux leather leggings: I’m not sure if it is based this brand (INC), but I feel like there is not enough room in the rear area. Know what I mean??  O_o  For those of us with luggage in the trunk, we need GENEROUS give/flexibility  in the seat area! Every time I wear these, I’m always pulling them up if I have been sitting down.  =( 

I think this problem is non-existent with genuine leather leggings, because genuine leather stretches over time and with repeated wear.  

What has been your experience?

Tie: Grant Thomas

Necklace: Nordstrom Rack

Shirt: Kardashion Kollection, thrifted

Sweater: Calson

Ring: Indiska, Stockholm

Bangles: Assorted

Leather look leggings: INC

Sandals: Tildon

Handbag: Kate Spade

Bejeweled Sweatshirt, Wedge Sneakers, and Vintage Fur

 Wow, so it's Cyber Monday already? Time certainly seems to disappear! Are you planning to scoop up a boatload of deals today? I can't say that I am, because I am not much of an online shopper. There is something to be said about the thrill I get of walking into a live store, assessing the merchandise, comparing textures & fit- that just cannot be achieved online. Time and time again I visit the popular online clothing sites, only to exit out of the browser window without making any purchases....

Today's outfit is casual and comfy. I wanted warmth for the night air, and comfort for walking The Strip in Las Vegas. 

Here's what I decided on (notice my curls are back in full effect):

 

I was warm, and somewhat comfy. I must say, this being my first and only pair of wedge sneakers thus far- they were not as comfy as I anticipated! There was some uncomfortable rubbing on the bottom of my feet that I thought might blister, and then they made my bunions hurt after a relatively short time period! What has been your experience? Do you find wedge sneakers to be comfortable and practical? I do have my eyes on a pair of flat ones... 

Happy Monday everyone!!!

Earrings: Vintage, thrifted

Fur:Vintage, thrifted (similar to the one here)

Sweatshirt: Lauter

Bangles & rings: Various

Gloves: Vintage, thrifted

Jeans: NYDJ (like the ones here and here)

Wedge Sneakers: Steve Madden

Bag: MMS

Emerald City

PANTONE announced Emerald Green as the color of the year. I'm not a fan of certain shades of green. Yet, in my opinion, Emerald Green is in a league of its own. This dress is a vintage, thrifted number from about two years ago. Perhaps its from the 70s era? I decided to pair it with a black sequins vest, black beads, and patent leather boots. I added a hat from my husband's collection because I am procrastinating washing my hair, and it currently looks a mess. *_*

 I haven't worn these boots in about a year; I forgot how much I like them! They are very roomy (I always wear thick socks), and I can wear them comfortably and walk in them for 6-8 hours. They were the first pair of knee high boots that I purchased that actually fit my calves! Notice the elastic panel? At present I am thankful to have a plethora to choose from. J

What I'm wearing:

Hat: Borrowed from my husband

Beaded Earrings: Thrifted 

Multi Tier Bead Necklace: TJMaxx (also worn here)

Dress: Thrifted

Sequins Vest: Thrifted

Bracelet: Ross (also worn here)

Patent Leather Boots: Penny Loves Kenny

Handbag: Coach

Thrifted Karen Kane Tee & Full Zara Skirt

So I decided to post this outfit, although in all honesty, I’m not entirely pleased with it. Why? In my opinion, it looks quite differently on camera than it does in person. Is that possible?

Here’s the look I was going for: chic, with an intentional messy pony.  What I felt it looked like on camera: Sloppy hair, and ill-fitting skirt L

Where did the disconnect occur? In the mirror I was totally pleased, and even received a number of compliments at the office. Has this ever happened to you?

 

Signed,

Disenchanted

 

My ensemble:

Karen Kane tee

Zara full skirt

Kelsi Dagger booties (also seen here)

Dooney & Bourke handbag

Leather Midi Skirt

Happy Monday! A co-worker once told me: 'I didn't know Mondays were supposed to be happy', I replied: 'Monday is what you make it'. Make today a good one. There will never be another day, another hour, another minute, nor second - exactly like this one. Enough of my ramblings, on to today's post:

I love leather - handbags, furniture, clothes - you name it. This skirt is another item from my oldie but goodie collection. It's midi length and a straight cut. It seems to have stretched over the years, but I must say this fit and length is my fav thus far.

A note about the booties I am wearing: They are very comfy! I can wear them for 8 + hours = no pain whatsoever!!! I've noticed that I have been wearing them as my go-to black shoes. This proves that not all high heels bring discomfort. I believe that the platform on this pair aids in balancing out the height.

Who I'm Wearing

Earrings & necklace: Heavenly Couture

Top: One Clothing

Bracelets: Thrifted & Ross

Skirt: Saks Fifth Avenue

Booties: Kelsi Dagger

Handbag: Coach

Mixed Prints & Pigtails

Its Friday everyone!! Let the cheering commence...I know I'm late, but I am in total disbelief that it is November already! Where has 2013 gone, and where was I? My goodness! Moving on...I've been consciously working to incorporate separates each week. I have a number of separates in my wardrobe, but I find that I do not wear them as frequently. It seems they are a challenge for me and oftentimes they end up being closet orphans.

I love the trend of mixing prints, so I paired these two pieces together. The skirt has a bold, vibrant print, while the shirt is more subtle. I book-ended using the same color necklace and boots.

Interestingly, both of these pieces are not a favorite of mine for one reason or another, but together this introduces a new favorite collaboration!

 How do you feel about mixed prints? If you like them, how do you mix it up?

 P.S. I was in a mood, and overly determined to carry this orange handbag...

What I Wore

Earrings: F21

Necklace: Precious stones (TJMaxx)

Blouse: Thrifted

Skirt: Larry Levine

Wood Bangles: Macy's

Boots: Steve Madden

Handbag: Kate Spade

Have a great weekend!

Windy Day At Academy of Television Arts & Sciences

I could not have been more pleased with the fall-like temps that visited LA last week. Like a kid in the candy store, I happily rummaged through my cool weather stashes. I transitioned this sleeveless dress from summer to fall with a nice leather topper.

Since then, summer temps have returned, and at present we are nearing 90 degrees Fahrenheit.... 
What a difference a day makes!

What I Wore

Earrings: Vera Wang

Pearls: Vintage, thrifted

Leather Jacket: Nordstrom's

Dress: Suzi Chin for Maggy Boutique

Ring: Gifted

Handbag: Dooney & Bourke

Boots: Guess

It Never Rains in Southern California

But it rained on the day I took these photos! I'm not complaining, just explaining =)

I can count the number of times it has rained since we moved to the west coast. It's a far cry from my home, Detroit, MI - where rain seems to dominate every season. Although not previously fond of rain, I must say that now I find it quite refreshing.

Blazer: Ralph Lauren

Necklace: Precious stones

Silk blouse: Rena Rowan

Sweater dress: Lord & Taylor

Tights: Nordstrom

Booties: MIA

Umbrella: Betsey Johnson

Handbag: Coach

Have a great weekend!

Business As Usual

Well it's Monday. I had an AMAZING weekend, I received a beautiful gift that I will treasure for many years to come.

{Contains immense excitement}  

I repeat: "Well it's Monday"- back to the grind...

Here's a fit worn to the office. The jacket caught my eye at the thrift shop, but I wasn't sure how to pair it with my existing pieces. I nabbed it anyway and decided to pair it with a sheath dress that's a similar hue of blue.

Jacket: Thrifted (Evan Picone)

Dress: Lord & Taylor (Kate Hill)

Shoes: Nine West

Handbag: Dooney & Bourke
 

Lady in Red: Vintage from Head to Toe

I really like wearing hats. Random opening statement right? But I really do! Did you know that I have enough hats that I could wear a different hat everyday for more than 30 days?! Too bad I can't wear hats to the office. I thought California is supposed to be more free, and liberal. For now, I sport my hats after work and on the weekends. One day tho...I will wear hats to work ;)

Here we are at the end of the work week, and the first week of Fall. I decided to pull out my wool hats; this is the second one that I have posted this week from my vintage collection. For your viewing pleasure, I brushed the feathers on this hat in one direction; they looked so nice and shiny. 

Too bad the wind had other ideas o_O

I'm looking forward to the weekend. Who's happy to pull out more fall gear? What do you have planned? Carpe diem!

Hat: Vintage, thrifted

Sunglasses: Vintage, thrifted

Earrings & Necklace set: Vintage, thrifted

Bracelet: Ross

Silver ring: Keepsake from Stockholm

Dress: Vintage, thrifted

Belt: Thrifted

Booties: Victoria's Secret (purchased via catalog 15 years ago)

Handbag: Dooney & Bourke

Guess what day it is? It's HUMP Day!

I love that commercial, it captures the essence of the celebration of the day that is smack, dab, in the middle of the week: Wednesday! What's the big deal about Wednesday? Well, in American culture, it provides a gentle, yet powerful reminder that the glorious weekend is only TWO days away! LOL!

Any who, I digress. On to today's post. So one thing that nobody told me about blogging: it is WORK! I thought it would be easy to squeeze it into my already full life schedule. I was, how can I put it candidly, DELUSIONAL. For example: Can you imagine how many pictures are taken for one semi-successful looking blog post? Unimaginable. Out of all of the photos taken for today's post, here are the ones that made the cut:

My husband is of the belief that natural shots/photos look best. Well, today's post certainly meets that criteria. 

It's Wednesday folks!

Hat: Vintage, thrifted

Earrings & bracelet: Kenneth Cole

Ring: Gifted

Peplum top: TJMaxx

Skirt: Thrifted

Shoes: Nine West

Clutch: Vintage, thrifted