DMB-So Right & Combat Boots

Do you ever rediscover a song  you've always loved, but then you start listening to it on repeat like you've never heard it before.  I love when that happens.  My new favorite old song:  So Right-Dave Matthews Band

That has nothing to do with combat boots.  But I like them just as much as my new favorite old song.  So do Ashely Tisdale, Nikki Hilton and Rachel Bilson.  Actually, I'm not sure if they're DMB fans at all, but they are fans of the boots... And I will say, the boots are "So Right"...

I love everything about Rachel Bilson's outfit.  Mostly because I would automatically assume that combat boots would only go with a casual look.  I appreciate how she wore them with a dressier combo. 

1-Knee High Lace-up from Urban Originals: $34.20

2-Black Lace-up from Urban Originals: $29.50

3-Grey Plaid Cuff from GoJane: $34.10

4-Tan Canvas from Zappos: $55.96 (down from $69.95)

5-Brown Lace-up from Target: $29.99



Old Clothes & Pet Pigs

This picture is from early 2011 sometime.  I chose it because even though we all want to run out and buy everything new when the seasons change, we can easily shop our closets and dig out something we wore last time it was cold.  Also, the boots are a little more than prices I generally post.  When it is time to purchase new boots you'll wear the crap out of, it is important to make an investment.  I think of it this way:  A nice pair of boots will get me through 2-3 seasons, definitely giving me my money's worth.

In other news, I stopped in the Akira by my apartment yesterday.  I thought for sure I would leave with some goods. Clearance items were 70% off and a pet pig was running around the store.  Two good reasons to believe, but nope!  I walked out empty handed...
I really have to stop reading into "signs" so much...

Tan Cardigan from H&M: $39.95

Brown Stretch Leggings from Old Navy: $5 (down from $10)

Wedge Leather Boots from DSW: $119.95 (down from $170)

Metallic Tote from NY&Co: $44.95

My Style: Rehearsal Dinner

I'm going out of order by posting pictures of my sister's rehearsal dinner, but since it is my blog, I can do whatever I want :)

After a couple practice runs of the wedding ceremony, the family and wedding party headed over to the Emagine Theater for bowling, pool, and Detroit Tigers! 

I've been told I have good bowling form.  Even in 4 inch heels, look at that pretty pink ball heading straight down the lane for a strike....

Bride & Maid of Honor

I wore...

Green Satin Bow Shirt:  borrowed from sister (thanks!)

Black Skirt from Forever 21:  $4.80

Ombre Brown/Tan heels by Jessica Simpson: $40

Leopard Belt from Forever 21: $3.80

Watch: gift

Me with my best friend/cousin!

I love my dad!

Fashion.Blog.Love.

Yesterday was a great day! I was featured on a blog about fashion blogs! This site is brilliant.  If you love fashion and if you love blogs then you'll love Fashion. Blog. Love.(go figure!)

Thanks Fashion. Blog. Love!  You made my week!!

10/8/11

Yesterday was the grand finale to wedding season!  My sister got married!  I still really can't believe it.  To say the day was emotional is an understatement. 

 Despite a minor scare during the ceremony when a groomsman fainted (now that he's okay, I think the whole thing is awesome), the day was a fabulous celebration of the newlyweds.  So many great people surrounding them with love and excitement for their new adventure in life!

My gorgeous, bride-sister, her dress and pink peep-toes.

Yes, 10 bridesmaids.  Big Wedding Party = Big Fun..and no disappointing here!

New Brother & My Sissy

Me with 3 of my favorite cousins and my big brother.

Maid of Honor Speech

First dance as husband and wife!

After a year of planning, it is all over. The day was a whirlwind and went by way too fast. I could not be happier for my big sis and new brother-in-law. I love you both..xoxo

pLeather...faux leather...leatherette

Anywhich way you say it, this leather is fake. false. phoney. Whatevs. 

If you like the way it looks, that is all that matters.

***no animals were hurt in the process of creating this post***

1-Hooded Bomber Jacket from Charlotte Russe: $39.99

2-Leatherette Pants from Forever 21: $22.80

3-Camel Aviator Vest from Target: $39.99

4-Crackle Pleather Dress from Hot Topic: $29.95

5-Brown Faux Leather Skirt from Venus: $24 (down from $34)

6-Imitation Leather Skirt from H&M: $34.95

Ideeli..so ideal...

Have you heard of Ideeli?  If not, it's pretty fab.  This pretty little site features limited-time sales from your favorite sites and stores.  You get these prices on a first-come first-serve basis, so don't waste any time.  Click on: Join Ideeli! to participate in the savings :)

Oh, and this site doesn't just offer deals on women's clothing, but also accessories, mens, kids, home goods, and travel gear.  Thank me later!!

My Style: Akira Fashion Show

More Akira Fashion Show, but this time it's about me :)

The majority of my outfit is, appropriately, from Akira.  I will admit I'm a little all over the place, yet it works. 

Obviously I've been obsessed with snakeskin lately and felt the need to add it into my wardrobe any way I could.  The only jewelry I wore was a a pair of stud earrings, a watch and couple of bracelets:  "I <3 Detroit" and a friendship bracelet made by one of my bests (I don't take these two off).  ...stayin' true to myself!

Here's what I wore:

 Polka Dot top from Pitaya:  $14

Black Skirt from Akira: $26

Snakeskin Clutch from Akira: $31

Snakeskin Shoes from Akira: $26

Akira Fashion Show "Hall of Mirrors" benefiting Imerman Angels

Last night I went to the "Hall of Mirrors Fashion Show" put on by Akira benefiting the not-for-profit organization, Imerman Angels.

Akira is a Chicago-unique boutique offering the latest trends and most current fashions to men and women.  It's the "go-to" store for having "nothing to wear".  Be rest-assured you will always find something here!  Between the selection of clothing, shoes, accessories and their beyond helpful and fashionable stylists, you won't go home empty handed :)  If you're reading and don't live in the area, check out their online shop:  http://shopakira.com/

If you haven't heard of Imerman Angels, I'm happy to bring this amazing service to your attention:

Imerman Angels matches anyone seeking cancer support with a 'Mentor Angel'. A Mentor Angel is a cancer survivor or survivor’s caregiver who is the same age, same gender, and most importantly who has beaten the same type of cancer; a living proof and inspiration that cancer can be beaten.  Did I mention that the service is free?  It helps anyone affected by any type of cancer, at any cancer stage level.  IA is available to anyone living anywhere in the world.

This event by Akira was an eclectic display of exactly what the store has to offer in fashions.  More importantly, the do-good gesture to benefit Imerman Angels shows that Akira is a store that goes far beyond the superficial fashion industry obsessed with image and looks.  Props, guys, for making the lives of your customers a priority!

Everything about the event was fantastic:  the venue, the scenery, the runway, the clothes..I think you get it :)  So much creativity went into the show and it was obvious!  The pre-party included food, drinks, break-dancers and a huge on-location Akira for shopping!!

I was so impressed by the fashions in the show.  The models looked gorgeous and strutted everything from BoHo-Chic, to casual daywear, to glitzy and glamorous; all the bases were covered.  So many prints and  textures for inspiration.  I felt the runway looks were styled very "runway", but not so much that I couldn't relate to what the models were wearing.  I could easily take ideas from the ensembles and translate them into my own wardrobe.  By the end, I was totally over missing sundresses and sandals and was ready to layer-up and shimmy on a pair of boots.   Most importantly though, it made me want to go shopping :) 

See you soon Akira!!

Ssssnakeskin

I would never want to be a runway model.  Even though they wear fabulous clothes and get to play dress-up for a living, it just seems like a rough life.  I'm perfectly content to incorporate hints of high fashions into my wardrobe and maintain my Average-Jane lifestyle.

Anyway, snakeskin is all the rage right now.  It's slithered (nice word choice, huh?)  its way into the collections of many designers and has become one of the major trends this Fall season.  Take a looksies...

I'm not so sure I'd have anywhere to sport an all-snakeskin-print get-up.  And to be honest, I think if I were to wear something like what is shown above, I'd look like a hot mess.  Instead I think I will add just a touch to my closet.  Here are some picks:

1-Snakeskin Embossed Clutch from Sears: $29.95 (down from $115)

2-Snakeskin Pump Heels from Old Navy: $26.94

3-Snakeskin Scarf from Nordstrom: $28

4-Snakeskin Wrap Dress from H&M: $29.95