Neutral

Hey Loves! Life is pretty hectic these days. Having a career and being a sports mom takes a lot of time, but in between all of that I have been having fun experimenting with healthy recipes and trying to get back to doing my community service volunteer work, but there just aren't enough hours in the day.

Sometimes when life gets overwhelming, it is best to shift into neutral for a minute.There is nothing wrong with taking a moment to relax, relate and release. In the midst of my busy life, I am definitely having fun trying out and creating healthy recipes. Stay tuned for some great ones! 

I am wearing a palette of neutrals and a pattern mix of stripes and a hint of contrast with leopard pumps. Although I am known for wearing bold bright colors, I am a very big fan of neutrals too. Do you like neutral palettes and pattern mixing?

I love vintage pieces and this is a close up shot of my vintage Ralph Lauren bag. It is a shoulder bag, but I often carry it under my arm like a clutch

Striped Shirt: H&M, Vest: F-21, Purse: Ralph Lauren, Pants: Michael Kors, Shoes: BCBG Paris, Photography: Stacey Gutierrez

I thought the split back detail on the vest was unique

I love a great piece of jewelry and this neutral amber tone is a great accent to this ensemble

 

Have an amazing day!

Everything is Everything

 Happy Monday! I hope you had a great weekend. I had a nice weekend catching up with friends and I have some awesome books I can't wait to read. I am noticing lots of cute Valentines Day stuff and I can't believe how quickly this day will be here. My three year blog anniversary giveaway is coming up soon and I am so excited about it! I know that it will make you smile and to those that enter it and win, your smile will be even brighter:-)

There have been some great things happening in my life that I am excited about and some really wonderful people are entering my circle of friends. I was disappointed a few years back when  I lost some friends that I thought would be in my life forever, but I am grateful for the new people that have been such a blessing to me. Have you ever had something wonderful and unexpected happen? I received an unexpected gift and I have to tell you, it's pretty AWESOME!!!!!!!!

Today I am wearing one of my favorite blazers, which I wear over and over again in different ways. I love style that is classic and timeless. You might have noticed that I often find ways to sneak animal prints into my outfits. I absolutely love anything with animal print and I have lots of different animal print scarves and shoes and wear them all the time. My handbag by Mimi Boutique is such a nice color and I love that I get to remix it in so many different ways and I have always really liked the stud details on it.

You might have also noticed I am developing a stripe obsession too:-) I have a few striped tops in heavy rotation. Are you into stripes?

Blazer: Metrostyle, Striped Shirt: F-21, Scarf:: Burlington Coat Factory, Bag: c/o Mimi Boutique, Boots: Chinese Laundry, Rings: H&M

Are you a fan of studs?

 How do you like this combo?

I love blazers because they never go out of style. Are you a blazer person?

My fashion obsessions are great shoes and accessories with classic pieces. What are yours?

Have an amazing week!

Seeing Red...

Happy Monday loves!

 This time of year red is everywhere, but I really love this color even when it's not Christmas season. A man once gave me a great compliment by saying that I should wear bright colors often and then he said: "Orange, Red, you own them, they were made for you girl" So how can I not wear it, LOL.

For those that are not aware of the  $150.00 JollyChic shopping spree giveaway, you really don't want to miss out on this. I promise it is worth it and I would not refer you to any site that I would not shop at myself. For the official rules to enter the giveaway click here. This is a really great giveaway so don't sleep on it.

The ensemble I am wearing is one of my favorite casual looks. Blazer, jeans and cute oxfords. When I run around town with my son or want to look put together, but unfussy, I favor this type of look because it is cute and comfortable. My red blazer is complemented with a subtle pattern mix of stripes and checkers and a snazzy pair of borrowed from the boys oxfords. Be sure to check out www.notdeadyetstyle.blogspot.com and GlossyBlonde to participate in a fun linkup:-)

Red Blazer: Metrostyle, Striped tank: H&M, Scarf: LA Fashion District, Clutch: DIY, Jeans: New York and Company (old), Oxfords: Urban Original

I just love a cute oxford. I have several pairs. Do you like oxfords?

I am big on comfort and these shoes are stylish and great for walking.

Everytime I wear these glasses, someone makes a joke about me looking like a sexy schoolteacher

What do you wear when you are running around town casually?

A little subtle pattern mixing with stripes and checkers. This H&M striped tank is so versatile and I find myself wearing it a lot. I wear my different pieces remixed into different looks and get a lot of wear out of my clothing this way.

Have a wonderful day! Be sure to enter the giveaway. There is nothing like the doorbell ringing with a package for you:-)

Sunshine

 Happy Monday loves! I hope your weekend was as wonderful as mine was:-) I went on a little getaway and I just felt completely refreshed when I came home. Last week I was feeling lethargic and devoid of any energy, but today I feel like the energizer bunny. I am wearing yellow which is a color that always makes me feel happy when I wear it.  Yellow always reminds me of sunny days and how much of a joy it is to bring warmth and light to others, rather than darkness.

Do you have colors that make you feel extra happy?

Polka dots make me happy too:-)

Yellow top: JC Penney, Polka Dot Scarf: F-21, Purse: Love Culture: Boots: Urban OG, Pants: Specialty Boutique

 Inner peace is that feeling that anchors you when 

things are not perfect, but you know that after a storm is a rainbow:-)

 I always daydream when I am in peaceful settings. What about you?

A little pattern mixing. I love dots and stripes. Do you like to mix patterns?

Have an amazing day and an even better week!