My Style: Sushi Dinner

Contrary to the "Nancy's Pizza" sign, I had sushi for dinner.  I wouldn't lie.

Here is a story about these jeans:

Word was going around that that Catelynn from MTV's Teen Mom worked at a store near my parents' house in Michigan.  I'm nosey and specifically made a trip to the rumored Rue 21 to see if I could spot her...and I did.  She let me into a fitting room and cashed me out when I paid for the jeans.  Are you jealous? 

And by the way, she is a very nice girl.  No, I did not ask for her autograph or even act like I knew who she was.

Sheer Ruffle Shirt from Forever 21: $22.80

Flare Jeans from Rue 21:  $12 (down from $26)

Suede Burgundy Heels from Marshall's:  4 years old

Earrngs from Forever 21: 3 years old

Watch:  gift

Wrap it up.

In honor of wearing a scarf everyday this week, more for function than fashion (cold and rain 40 degree temps), I'm sharing this dandy little video...

 

Here are a few scarves you can use to wrap it up...

1-Bohemian Stripes Scarf from Forever 21: $9.80
2-Diamond Infinity Scarf from Nordstrom: $18
3-Animal Print Scarf from JC Penney: $16.99 (down from $25)
4-Knitted Triangle Scarf from Sears: $14.44 (down from $16.99)

(Thank you, Sara, for passing along the clip!)

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