Bling, Bling

dress: Tucker for Target, bag: Zara, heels: Zara, necklaces: Vintage, watch: AE

My husband has been working so much lately that I haven't been able to get him to take my picture. He;s working by himself at a Sherwin William's floor covering store that should have at least 3 employees. I even forgot to get him to take my picture yesterday when we went to a Wedding Shower. 

If you liked the last post I did on things from Zara's newest collection I can do another. I received another box today and I think I'm keeping everything this time. Though I have had thoughts about sending this one back. I don't know though, I may keep it. So please comment if you would like another Zara review.

p.s. That's one of my husband's paintings behind me. He's a fantastic artist.

Zara Review

I just wanted to review a couple items I recently bought from Zara.com. The dress I actually got a month ago and the other three arrived today.

Asymmetric Studio Skirt $90

I am very rarely disappointed in Zara but this time takes the cake. This skirt looks lovely in the picture but in reality is nothing more than just a slip. It's not lined, there is no zipper (stretchy waist). It is silk but IMO $90 is way too much for something so flimsy. So needless to say, this one went back.

Blouse w/ Applique and Lace $80

One thing I've decided I need to add to my wardrobe is tops for all the skirts, trousers and jeans I own. But it won't be this one. I would say size down on this one. It is pretty and is real silk but for $80 i decided I would rather have something else. It just wasn't very flattering on me. I like the back detail but just decided this one is also going back.

Lace Dress $60

This dress I love but beware it does run small. I originally ordered a small because I always wear a small at Zara but the thing was so tight I couldn't wear a bra and it smushed my boobs down. So i bought a medium and sent the small back and the medium fits perfect. I love the fitted lace sleeves and the high low hem. The attached slip is nice and fitted so the lace just flows over the top nicely. I haven't worn it yet but Sunday I'm attending a friend's wedding shower and thought it might work for that.

Printed Trousers $80

These are the only thing I decided to keep today. I love these pants. I bought them in a small so I would say they run true to size. Being only 5'3 they are the perfect length, no need to hem them. Love the colors! I have the dress with this same print and I just love it. Oh, and how great are those heels? I can't wait til they stock those.

So what did you think about the review? Is it something I should do more of? Or was it just a waste of a post?

High Low Red

dress: Deja Vu, tights: Target, boots: Dolce Vita

This was the night we celebrated my Father-In-Law's birthday. We had dinner at Bonefish Grill. My husband and I ordered four apps to share. We had coconut shrimp, ahi tuna, bacon wrapped scallops, and calamari cooked with peppers. Oh man, it was so good. In the picture above I'm wearing yet another gorgeous dress from a local boutique called Deja Vu which is just amazing. Great prices for their unique merchandise. I'm standing with my cousin Megan. She's a fantastic hairdresser with amazing style (her kimono's from Target!). I usually do my own hair but next month I'm going to Salon Twist (btw, was featured in Elle magazine's best salons in the country) for her to give me a good trim. It's not easy attempting to cut your own hair while getting all the split ends. Now, as for color I need some opinions. I was thinking of doing the ombre but I'm not sure. I need something different since I'm still growing it. Any ideas?

Early Valentine

top: Zara, trousers: Express, heels: Zara, bag: Zara (on sale), sunnies: AE, necklace: ??

I love these pants. I've had them for a while now but I haven't shown them on the blog. I know I wore them on Thanksgiving but for some reason I forgot to take a pic. Only problem is being 5'3, I'm in between the short and regular length, so I think I may need to hem these a bit.

BTW, I'm sure you noticed I got my inspiration for this outfit from Sarah Jessica Parker. Love her!

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Blackout

dress, heels, clutch: Zara, tights: Target

Blue Scallop

top: Zara, skirt: Topshop, heels: Zara, clutch: Zara, sunglasses: AE

Tonight we are going to Bonefish Grill for my father-in-law's birthday. Happy Birthday Paul!! Then they are off to Thailand for 2 weeks. Lucky! It's pretty sad that I've never been outside of the US with the exception of going on a cruise to the Bahamas.

So, I'm loving this scalloped skirt, and now I realized there is a matching jacket! I really don't need it though. I live in Florida, it's January and about 70 degrees. Where's the Winter?!!! I'm selling a bunch of stuff on Ebay right now, I think I have almost 30 items up. If you're interested just click on the page above.

P.S. I'm only up to 19 "likes" on my Facebook page. So please check it out if you get a chance! 

P.P.S. Did you notice my bangs? I've been wanting to cut them for a while but the longer my hair got the harder it was. Back when I was doing hair I cut it (mine) all the time with no qualms about doing so. This is the longest my hair has even been all due to the fact that I no longer work in a salon. Though I do miss it sometimes.

Mixed Prints

sweater: AE (similar), pants: Zara, heels: Zara, bag: ?

This is my second time wearing these pants and I just love them. I'm surprised how flattering they are considering they're a crazy print. This time I paired the Navajo pants with a striped sweater that has the same colors red and blue as the pants. I'm pretty pleased with the result.

These pictures we took inside because the weather was not very good. I think in the next set of pictures you will see I did something different to my hair. It's something I've been wanting to do for a while but never had the courage.

Studs & Sparkles

blazer (old), shirt (old), skirt, clutch: Zara, heels: ALDO

I had to go and ask for cold weather. Last night was absolutely freezing. My husband and I went to a friend's birthday party not realising we would be outside for the majority of the time. I would have worn pants had I known that. Oh well, we still had a good time and some excellent Oyster Rockefeller  and coconut shrimp. Yum!

So the outfit above made me feel like I was going to work at an office. Or I guess it would if it weren't for the studs on my jacket and the sequins on my clutch.

I Feel Pretty

dress: Deja Vu, heels: J Crew (Adrianna Pumps in Getaway Green), bag: Big Buddha, watch: AE

The weather here has been crazy warm, almost 70 degrees for most of this winter. Even though I do live in Florida it still usually gets pretty cold this time of year. According to the Weather channel though we are in for some cooler weather this weekend, so there is that to look forward to. Isn't this dress just the prettiest you've ever seen?! Purchased at my favorite local boutique Deja Vu, and this is one that makes me feel girly and pretty. Check out their website if you get a chance, even though they are local to the Florida Panhandle you can still purchase items. These shoes I received in the mail last week and love them! I just wish I got to them before all the colors sold out. Right now they are on final sale for $129.99 but if you use the code: WINTER, you'll get an extra 30% off. They only have sizes 8 and up left though. I would say they run pretty true to size. I usually wear a 7.5 but actually got these in a 7 (an 8 wasn't available then) and they are a tiny bit tight. An 8 probably would have been better but these were final sale. Oh well, they really are just beautiful shoes.