Tickled Pink

What's a more perfect outfit to wear on your birthday then a pouffy pink skirt!?  I'm celebrating 29 fabulous years today and there's nothing better than feeling like a princess. 

This magenta skirt from H&M is just perfection! I'm obsessed with midi length skirts, especially paired with a crop top. Personally, I prefer a shrunken top versus the crop top, it covers just a bit more skin than a crop top and is much more accessible for everyday wear. 

Top: Target | Skirt: H&M [similar here] | Shoes: Betsey Johnson [via TJ Maxx, similar here & here] | Bag: Gap [similar here] | Necklace: Charming Charlie's | Watch: Michael Kors | Bracelets: PJ & Poppy, Charming Charlie's | Ring: Forever 21 | Sunnies: Anthropologie [similar here] 

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Colorful Spring Layers

If I had to pick a season that best fit my style, it would most definitely be Spring. I love color, especially shades of pink. That's why I had to snatch up this pink skirt from H&M's collection with Miranda Kerr. Best part is the skirt was only $14.95, basically a steal! It's the perfect Spring addition to any wardrobe. And really, who doesn't adore Miranda Kerr's ladylike style!? 

Jacket: A&F [old, similar here & here] | Shirt: H&M [old, similar here] | Skirt: H&M [similar here & here] | Bag: via Marshalls [obsessed with this one] | Shoes: Zara | Necklace: Simple Addiction | Watch: Michael Kors, Charming Charlie's, Stella & Dot | Sunnies: Ray-Ban

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Grid And Bare It

If you're anything like me, then even though you weren't at New York Fashion Week you were still following all the fashions from afar. With so many forms of social media there's so many ways to see what was happening without having to be there.  What stood out to me in so many pictures was all the grid prints. It seemed everyone was wearing some variation of it. And so many collections offered grid print pieces. Seems to me that the grid print will be replacing stripes this season. And don't get me wrong, I love stripes but the grid print is a fresh take on the classic stripe. So I went looking for ways to work this new print into my Fall wardrobe along with my new Phillip Lim for Target purchases.

Photos courtesy of TiffanyEvanna Photography

Outfit Details: Sweater: Gap [new] | Skirt: J. Crew Factory [similar here and here] | Shoes: Target [old, loving these booties here & here] | Bag: 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target [sold out online, check your local stores, it's rumored some stores may restock] | Bracelets: Charming Charlie's, PJ & Poppy | Sunnies: Windsor Thanks again for reading!

Rhinestones + Elephants

First I want to start off saying that we're moving!!! Crazy business. Granted it's just across town, but still exciting. Thinking about having to move everything though is daunting. I'm not really the greatest at condensing things down so we may have an issue. Especially with all the baby stuff. I'm just not ready to part with any of it. And that's the other sad part, we've been in our house for 5 years now and we brought both girls home here so I may cry when we do finally say good-bye to this house. Also I'll most likely be posting less since I'll be packing and cleaning the house. And that giveaway I promised last week, I'll have to hold off on until next week. Sorry!

On to other things, with the recent Labor Day sales, I just had to share with you my favorite find, the J. Crew Tilda rhinestone top. Since it's release earlier this year, I've had my eye on it, but was not willing to shell out the money for it. But lucky me, I found it marked down plus the additional 30% off at J. Crew in SD. I snatched up the very last one in my size and scurried off to the registers. I couldn't believe my luck. I just adore the rhinestone detailing on the collar. I immediately washed and pressed it so I could wear it. HAHA! When I love something I just can't help myself. Did you guys find anything amazing during all the Labor Day sales?

Photo Credit: c/o This Chic Girl

Outfit Details: Top: J. Crew [similar here & it's on sale!] | Shorts: Milly for Banana Republic [loving these printed shorts here] | Shoes: Coach via TJ Maxx | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff | Bracelets: Charming Charlie's, Groopdealz | Watch: Juicy Couture | Sunnies: Anthro

Peplum + Leopard

I hope you all had a lovely Labor Day weekend! And hopefully you got in some shopping. There were definitely some great sales. Now that the last Summer holiday has passed, I'm officially ready to work some Fall trend into my Summer wardrobe. Although I'm not quite ready for Summer to be over I do have a few Fall trends I can't help but dive right into. One that is sure to be a hit is the leopard trend. We saw lots of it all Summer and it seems it'll be even hotter this Fall. And my favorite way to rock this look is, shoes! A pair of leopard print shoes can give a simple look some interest. 
For a casual afternoon of shopping with my girls, I paired my leo shoes with my favorite boyfriend fit shorts. A little FYI, it took me all Summer to find the perfect pair of BF shorts. If you're still expecting Summer temps and are looking for a pair, try Aeropostale. I know, it's teen store, but for those of us on the petite side the sizing is a much better fit and with all the great sales they have you're bound to snag a pair for a ridiculously good price.

Photos c/o TiffanyEvanna Photography

Outfit Details: Top: H&M [old, similar here & here] | Shorts: c/o Aeropostale | Shoes: Target | Necklace: Very Jane | Bracelets: Groopdealz, Stella & Dot, Charming Charlie's | Sunnies: Windsor
Enjoy your week! And thanks for reading!

WIW: A Pop of Neon

One of my favorite Summer trends this year is hands down, neon. I love that it can transform a casual outfit into something that dazzles. And there were so many ways to wear it, from clothes to jewelry to handbags and shoes. I couldn't get enough of it. And if you're like me and love bright colors you'll be wearing neon well into Fall. Just because Summer is coming to an end doesn't mean all those bright colors need to be shelved till next year. Try pairing a neon shoe with dark or black jeans or one of my Fall favorites, leather like pants. But don't be expecting any of those outfits from me anytime soon because this hot and humid weather just does not seem to be letting up.

Outfit Details: Top: unknown via Marshalls [similar here] | Skirt: H&M [old, but similar here and here] | Shoes: Shoedazzle [similar here and here] | Necklace: Very Jane | Belt: American Eagle [similar here] | Bracelets: Groopdealz, PJ & Poppy, Charming Charlie's | Sunnies: Windsor What were you favorite Summer trends? Hope you all have a wonderful and relaxing Labor Day weekend! Thanks for following!

WIW: Drop Waist

I'm glad to say I'm back in action! So much has been going on that's kept me away from blogging, but I'm so happy to have some time to get back on and connect with you all again. Since Big Sis just started preschool it means all those germs she's been encountering at school have been brought home and well we've been battling a cold around here that's just been so draining. Baby sis got the worst of it with bronchitis. Luckily we've got an amazing pediatrician and antibiotics and are now on the mend. Hopefully it'll stay that way. 
So since I've been doing a lot of running around lately between doctors appointments and taking Big Sis to preschool, I've been opting for comfy looks. And one of my favorite looks these days is the drop waist dress. It's comfy and chic and works great dressed up or down. I recently stopped into H&M to check out their fall arrivals and came across this printed drop waist dress that immediately grabbed my attention. It's a great Summer/Fall transition piece. Pair it with some gladiator sandals for Summer and some booties for fall. Or even add a pair of leggings and you've got a great fall look. 
These are the kinds of pieces I've been looking to add to my closet since it's too hot here to even consider putting on a pair of jeans and will probably stay this way at least until October. I'm actually quite jealous of you ladies that are already breaking out some of those amazing fall pieces I've spotted at J. Crew. You won't catch me in any of that until the very end of the year or even January. Some may consider us lucky to live in sunny Socal but I'm ready for a break from this heat.

Outfit Details: Dress: H&M [recent] | Bag: via Marshalls | Shoes: Shoedazzle [similar here] | Necklaces: Anthro, Forever 21 [similar here] | Bracelets: c/o Lotus Blossom Design, Stella & Dot, Charming Charlie's | Sunnies: Ray-Ban
I hope you all are having a wonderful week!

WIW: Feeling Retro

It's all about the maxi dress this week! And this striped number I picked up at the Old Navy Blogger Night gives off a great retro vibe. Playing on that retro feel, I paired this dress with a gold turban headband from Jameson Monroe. There are so many great turban headbands available right now, but this gold one just grabbed my attention.

Beyond the fun 70's vibe this dress gives off, it's fast becoming a quick go-to piece when I'm in a hurry or too busy to put together an outfit. This week has been an absolutely crazy one with, Big Sis starting preschool, a trip to Disneyland, playdates, and dance class too. So there's nothing better then a great maxi dress that looks stylish without trying. And the swing fit of this maxi in particular leaves so much room for movement and feels so soft and airy which with the latest heat wave is totally necessary.

Outfit Details: Dress: Old Navy [check out these maxi's from ASOS with a similar fit, here & here] | Shoes: Coach via TJ Maxx [on sale here] | Headwrap: Jameson Monroe | Bracelets: Windsor, Charming Charlie's | Sunnies: Coach