A Sprinkle of Style: maxxinista

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4.23.2014

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.

Linked up at Style Elixir

4.14.2014

Cheers to the 90's

Even though it's 2014, I swear when I go into stores like Forever 21 and H&M, it's like I'm right back in my childhood. It's like the 90's have returned, denim skirts, acid wash everything, overalls, crop tops, mix and match separates and even keds, these are all things I grew up wearing. Now they've all come back in style again.

Anyways, if you haven't taken notice of it yourself then just head on over to your local mall and check out the 90's revival. But for many of us it's a little too much. So instead it's a better idea to just take a small element of the 90's trend and work it into your everyday look, to keep from seeming like you're trying to hard.

I vowed I would never tie another shirt or sweatshirt around my waist after about the 10th grade, but I guess I'm breaking that vow. Because I actually find if paired with a chic pair of faux leather shorts it can really work. And don't forget to add some sparkle and girly accessories to pull this look together and keep it from looking like you were just too lazy to hold your shirt.

Linked up at Plane Pretty | Walking in Memphis in High Heels | The Fashion Canvas | Style Elixir | Perfectly Coutured

9.16.2013

Black, White, & Pink

Hey Everyone! I hope you all enjoyed your last official weekend of Summer. If you follow me on Instagram, then you should know I packed the girls up bright and early and headed to Target yesterday morning to snag some Phillip Lim goodies. And so glad I did. I got my hands on the very limited yellow mini satchel. Woohoo!!! We were second in line, that's not saying much since there were probably only about 10 of us in line total, perks of living in a small town. No one to fight over purses with. HAHAHAHA! Well I hope you all had a chance to pick up some goodies from Target's collaboration. Can't wait to share with you all the things I picked up. Check them out in the upcoming posts.
Today, I wanted to share a cute little crop top I came across and had to have. Now, the only other time I wore a crop top this Summer was in Maui. I felt like it was appropriate and didn't feel like it was too scandalous as a mom. All Summer long the trend was going strong and I kept wanting to try it again but in a more modest way. Kind of an oxymoron I know, but I knew that if I searched long and hard I would find a crop top that wouldn't bare too much and could actually look chic.
I just recently found this great crop top from Zara. With its long sleeves and loser fit on the body it was just what I had been looking for. And since then I've been loving it. I can pair it with any high waisted skirt and it just barely shows a sliver of skin.

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And how cute is the leather bracelet I'm wearing!? It's a new piece from A Lotus Blossom Design's blogger inspired collection [check it out here]. I'm so flattered that they have been inspired by style and come up with such a great piece to share.

Also you've still got time to enter to win the Anthro Inspired Mint Bauble Necklace here. Don't wait because the winner will be announced Friday.

9.06.2013

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

8.30.2013

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!

8.22.2013

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

8.06.2013

WIW: Add Some Flare

If you're looking for a fun new trend to try, why not add some flare. You can't go wrong with the ever popular peplum, but if you're a little more daring try a trumpet style skirt. These skirts are so much fun and definitely can make an outfit. I almost missed out on this darling textured flare skirt. I had been eyeing it for quite some time and just procrastinated then my good friend Bianca gave me that final nudge to pull the trigger and pick up this beauty. And boy am I glad I did. I'm so in love with this skirt. Every morning I wake up and hope for a reason to put it on.

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8.05.2013

WIW: Palm It + the Sizzlin Summer Giveaway Winners

Happy Monday! I hope you all had a pleasant weekend. It was a nice low-key weekend for us, whew! After all the birthday celebrations for Big Sis it was nice to not have any plans, especially since we're taking the girls to Legoland this week. I swear my life has revolved around which theme park we're off to next. And the Summer blackout dates for Disneyland Annual Passholders will be over soon so we'll be back at Disneyland twice a month again very soon. That one I'm excited for. But between birthdays, getting ready for preschool, and the next dance season, I'm on overdrive.

But I refuse to believe Summer is coming to an end. I guess that's easy living in Socal since it's pretty warm year around. Even so, I will continue to wear shorts at least until the temperature drops. That's why I'm so excited about all the Summer sales that have been going on.

Today, I'm wearing this easy breezy ZARA wrap blouse and palm printed shorts from Old Navy. I found both items on sale. YAY! Who doesn't love a sale. And these palm printed shorts are so much fun. You guys may remember that I found these while at the Old Navy Blogger Event a couple of weeks ago. Well I've pretty much been living in these shorts. I can't get enough of all the palm prints this Summer and the colors in these shorts make it that much better.

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I, along with 24 fabulous bloggers, teamed up to bring you a Sizzlin Summer Giveaway!! And the Sizzlin Summer Giveaway winners are Kelly R. & Natalie B! Congratulations, you will both receive a $250 Visa gift card to purchase whatever your little heart desires. We are so excited for both of you and can't wait to see what you two will purchase! Please emailkatelinjstaples@gmail.com with your contact information. Thank you to everyone that entered the giveaway! Stay tuned for more fun things to come!