Postcards from DC | Cherry Blossoms

 

 This trip was beyond dreamy - I've been wanting to see cherry blossoms for the last 4 years but Finals always got in the way. The weather was perfect, the setting was impeccable in every way and most importantly our family was able to stay together amidst everything that has been going on in Boston.

It's important to know a good thing when you have it; I certainly relished every second of this trip. Thanks for stopping by and please keep Boston in your heart! #prayforboston

Photos taken in Washington DC near the Jefferson Memorial and Tidal Basin. Wearing: H&M blouse and crossbody bag, Juicy Couture and Arden B sunglasses (I switched out to the Arden B ones because it was too sunny), DKNY watch, Pinkbarry bracelets.

PFC #15: Chic Pin-spiration

This month’s Petite Fashion Challenge is hosted by Long Live Classy.

The Challenge: Find a pic of an outfit you love on Pinterest, and re-create it the best way possible!

 I fell "head of heels" in love with this Pinterest photo and knew that I wanted to replicate it one day. Unfortunately I was unable to find a mint peplum top that I liked so I wore my mint chiffon blouse instead.

With temperatures continuing to rise, this spring is the perfect time to flirt with the lace trend especially when paired with a mint top, the color of choice this season.

 Dress these shorts up, or pair them with a tee for a more casual approach. These are the bottoms that will really take you from day to night instantaneously!

I usually pin travel and home decor photos on Pinterest but once in a while I will find an outfit that I cannot get out of my head. This is one of them and I was super-excited to get the chance to replicate it today =)

Hope you enjoyed my 4th PFC. Check out my last one HERE. Thank you Long Live Classy for hosting! Be sure to check out the rest of the Petite Fashion Challenge participants listed over at Long Live Classy.

[Outfit]
 Top & Clutch :: H&M (similar here, here)
Bottom & Ring :: eBay (similar here, here)
Shoes :: Aldo (similiar here)
Watch :: DKNY (similiar here)

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Spring Vibe :: Floral Prints and Peplum

 Happy Spring everyone!

Sunny days and blossoming flowers are the perfect inspiration for the up and coming floral print trend this season. And with the right silhouette, flower-patterned apparels can give you a sleek and sophisticated look that will be perfect for any occasion.

When it comes to floral apparels, it's important to choose a simple silhouette so that the focus will be on the prints. Therefore to create a stylish and slim look, I paired my floral peplum top with an intricate wide belt and balanced it out with matching color wedges. As long as you keep your accessories to a minimum, you're sure to flourish in your floral ensemble! 

Floral prints are a great incarnation of this feminine spring style so whether you choose a print dress, leggings, or a pretty top, there are plenty of opportunities to add some flower power to your spring look!

[Outfit]

Top, Bottom & Bag :: H&M (similar here, here)

Shoes :: Steve Madden (similar here)

Watch :: DKNY (similar here)

Bracelet :: Macy's (similar here)

Ring :: eBay (similar here)

Belt :: Came from Rampage Romper (similar here)

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Vested

 

Hi everyone, I hope you had a fantastic weekend!

Last week I received this gorgeous vest from YesStyle and quickly fell in love with it. The vest fits perfectly, is super cozy and so versatile that it literally goes with everything in my wardrobe. 

Since the vest is the centerpiece of the outfit, I paired it with a simple long sleeve and leather skirt to bring out the warm hues. The combination of orange, plum and brown creates such a beautiful colorway!

 

What I love most about this vest is its loose-fit structure, it is also reversible for a fun twist – such a chic vest that instantly adds a sophisticated edge to any outfit. I think it's safe to say that I've found my new favorite vest!

[Outfit]

Vest :: c/o YesStyle

Top :: GAP
Skirt :: H&M
Tights :: HUE
Boots :: Aldo
Sunglasses & Clutch :: Valentino

Watch :: DKNY
Necklace :: Swapped

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Pastels :: Peach Skirt & Gray Blazer

Today I am sporting a Spring outfit to lift my spirit because I am 9 days away from vacation and it is just so hard to focus on anything else! Soft pastel colors are so soothing to the eyes and reminds me of Creamsicles we use to enjoy as kids.  

Both the blazer and skirt are recent purchases from H&M. At $19.95 and $17.95 respectively and with 15% off using THIS COUPON, both items were a steal. I love the cut as well as the color of the blazer and the sparkly peach skirt is just perfect to welcome Spring!

Oh and did you notice my new hair cut =) After talking about cutting my hair for 2 years hubby got sick of hearing me say it and told me to just go do it, so I did. And I got bangs...

Everyone says I look even younger now than I did before which brings me to about the age of 12. Fine by me, I think I'll go grab myself a Creamsicle now!

Note: Both items mentioned above are still in stores as of yesterday if you ladies are interested. Just print out THIS H&M 15% OFF COUPON and head on over =) Have fun!

[Outfit]

Blazer, Skirt & Bag :: H&M

Top :: GAP

Shoes :: Aldo Peasnall

Necklace :: Swapped

Watch :: DKNY

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Faux Fur Collar

Happy Monday! Hope everyone had a nice weekend!

When I saw this fur collar in the stores I didn't think that I would need it because I own so many faux fur items already. But during H&M's winter sale I snagged this baby for a whopping $7, so I gladly took her home with me =)

Since purchasing this fur collar I have had the urge to wrap it around everything because it adds such a hint of glamour to any outfit!

Paired with my cozy sweater, envelope clutch and chunky watch - this is by far my favorite ensemble to date! Currently trying to balance work, school and CNY celebrations so please bear with me; I will try my best to comment on everyone's blog soon =) Cheers!

[Outfit]

Top :: Gap

Bottom :: Macy's

Faux Fur Collar :: H&M

Clutch :: eBay

Shoes :: Jessica Simpson via Macy's

Watch :: DKNY

Belt :: Came from H&M Vest

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Thankful

Many of you ladies had asked me what I wore in our family photo HERE with Old St. Nick and here it is. I kept everything nice and simple. This dress that I am wearing is from H&M and is actually the same cut as the mod dress that I wore HERE. Because it is black with a white collar contrast it looks more subtle than the houndstooth print.

It wasn't until recently that I love turquoise jewelry because I thought it was just too bright, but now it is my go-to choice to spice up any outfit, especially black and white. The great thing about it is that it can work with so many different outfits - it can be delicate and girly with long layered necklaces, or mixed with rhinestones to edge up an ensemble. Turquoise jewelry offers a tropical flavor that will add a fresh dimension to your wardrobe.

I want to dedicate this post to cocobloggers who has extended the Liebster Award to me. The origin of this award is obscure, but it's probably German and translates into "most favorite blog". This award is given to blogs that have less than 200 followers as a means of getting connected to other bloggers and their followers. This is the second time that I have received this award and although I now have more than 200 followers, I was still ecstatic to receive this. I am so amazed with the friendship that I've made and truly feel bless to be a part of this community. So, thank you cocobloggers for extending this award to me and to all of you ladies who take the time to visit my blog on a daily basis and leave such sweet and inspiring comments.

In addition Kat from katattack2000 also did an interview on me recently, please check it out HERE. Thank you Kat for asking me to take part in your Interview series, I thoroughly enjoyed answering all the questions!

[Outfit]

Dress :: H&M

Shoes :: Aldo

Tights :: DKNY via Macy's

 Necklace :: Swapped

Bracelet & Ring :: eBay

 Bag :: LV Artsy

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Chunky Oversized Watch

These days, bigger is better when it comes to women's timepieces, which do a lot more than give you the time of day. The most multi-functional of accessories, watches give you the time and sometimes the date, all while making a blinged out fashion statement. I love the look of a big, chunky men's watch on a small dainty, feminine wrist like my own. And that is exactly what I got for Christmas this year.

Originally I wanted to get the Michael Kor's Runway style but the band was a lot thicker than I expected, so I gave up on the search due to my Finals schedule. Lo and behold, Hubby decided to take matters into his own hands to seek out the perfect watch for me. One week before Christmas while I was pulling my hair out from studying for Finals he brought this out to cheer me up =)

I have had a soft spot for rose gold since it hit the market; the pink tone is so feminine and chic. The watch is perfectly girly with the surrounding diamonds yet still has the masculine look with the proportional chunky band. I also adore the wide circular shape of the face too. It helps me see what time it is easier because some of the smaller face watches are so tiny I can hardly make out the numbers on it.

The watch you wear makes a statement about your style. An oversized watch is such a statement piece that you can easily get by with minimal other jewelry. Here I decided to stay neutral with a beige crochet sweater, camel wool skirt and my trusty fur boots. This outfit has been winterized with a thermal long sleeve shirt on the inside and a vibrant red scarf on the outside.

A watch is a way to show off your personality. It is a piece of art on your wrist, and it represents something about you whether you choose leather, metal or plastic; bright and bold or basic black. In addition, watches can also commemorate a special time in someone's life, from a wedding to an anniversary to the birth of a child. It's sentimental, so every time you look at your wrist, it will not only tell you what time it is, but also take you back to a special time in your life. Thank you Hubby for a wonderful present on our 12th Christmas together!

[Outfit]

Watch :: DKNY

Sweater :: Old Navy

Long-sleeve Top :: Gap

Skirt :: H&M

Leggings :: Hue via Macy's

Scarf :: Banana Republic

Boots :: Aldo

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Winterizing :: Mini-me

Remember this camel coat that I told you about HERE? Well, a couple months back I was at H&M and I found a similar one for kids in the little girls section. Charlotte was ecstatic!

She's like her mother already, stroking her apparel so dearly =) I love it when I find matching clothes for my mini-me and especially the ones that she adores too!

I can't say enough good things about a camel coat. The color is so neutral and goes with just about everything in my wardrobe.

This winter season I am thinking about adding some more camel and neutral color items to my wardrobe as I expect we will be getting lots of chills in New England. As a petite I love coats that have some type of belting or fur embellishments. It takes the eyes away from the mid-section and creates a slimmer silhouette. In addition, faux fur adds a touch of glam to just about anything and gives you that little bit of warmth as well.

How are you ladies winterizing yourself this season?

[My Outfit]

Coat :: Banana Republic

Leggings :: DKNY via Macy's

Shoes :: Jessica Simpson via Macy's

[Charlotte's Outfit]

Coat :: H&M

Leggings :: Gap Kids

Shoes :: Payless

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