Ti Amo Thursdays

Another week loves.. whew! I'm tired and exhausted from all of these taxes, I will say this at least 10 more times but I cannot wait until April 15th! So to keep my sanity, I daydream about the day I can shop for these:

Chic Belted Jumper from Forever 21

There are many styles of rompers/jumpers available for Spring/Summer but I adore this simple and flattering silhouette. Nothing too crazy. Just elegant and casual at the same time.

buckled strappy leatherette sandal from GoJane

I'm in need of some plain strappy sandals. I love GoJane and the fact that these are only $15 means they are definitely getting added to my shopping list!

Juicy Couture Beach 'Little Lulu' Halter Swimdress from Nordstrom

I definitely need to go bathing suit shopping asap! I found one a Kenneth Cole one piece I liked at Dillards a couple of weeks ago but it was not nearly as cute as this Juicy Couture one. I may be taking a trip to Nordstrom here soon :)

So what has caught your eye this week?

Thanks to Forever 21, GoJane and Nordstrom for the pictures!



Ti Amo Thursdays

Oh my, its already Thursday! Hope you all have been having a good week. Here's what piqued my interest this week.

I follow many fashion blogs but my favorite is Erika's Cafe Fashionista. Not only is she a fantastic writer, she has amazing fashion sense and is one of the sweetest girls I've ever encountered on the web. She has a weekly feature entitled Thrifty Thursday which featured this gorgeous blazer from Forever 21:

And for only $22.80 its definitely getting added to the after tax season shopping list!

Another thing to look forward to after tax season is Las Vegas. My husband and I along with a couple of friends are trekking all the way from Cincinnati to Sin City for a 4 day weekend to celebrate my husband's birthday. My Kodak digital camera is over 3 years old which as we know in electronic age is ancient history, so I've been shopping for a new point-n-shoot to catalog our crazy wolf pack adventures. I haven't made up my mind completely but one of the contenders is:

Nikon - Coolpix 14.2-Megapixel Digital Camera - Silver from Best Buy

To say I take a lot of pictures is the understatement of the century so I really need to find a camera that is easily portable but still takes amazing shots.

And as I started thinking of Vegas, I imagined a sunny day laying by the pool at our hotel (the Mirage) sipping a cocktail and possibly wearing this (if only I had the body!):

Carmen Marc Valvo Retro One-Piece from Victoria's Secret

I think this retro silhouette is simply stunning. Its sexy but not trashy. I really need to get back in the gym..

Enough about me, what do you have your eyes on loves?

Thanks to Forever 21, Best Buy and Victoria's Secret for the pictures!



Trending Now

As I was perusing my March issue of Elle, I noticed they devoted a whole spread to the purest of all colors. And they're not the only ones focusing on the whitest of whites. Designers everywhere are celebrating Spring with bursts of colors but they're also releasing glorious neutrals in the most heavenly shades. Here are a few budget friendly finds to show off your more than your pearly whites come Spring.

Snowberry Lane Lace White Dress from Lulu*s

This is white hot right now especially since the 70s era is making a huge comeback this year. With the gorgeous lace and flowy bell sleeves I would definitely pair this with combat boots and some hard accesories to even out all that frill. But if you want to keep it classic, a pair of wedges or wooden platforms would look darling. Speaking of wooden platforms..

Wood Platform Pump with Studs from Charlotte Russe

Now this is the type of shoe that upon staring too long will cause drool. And for $38 you don't even have to feel guilty! I would wear these with a bright colored or floral dress for a date with the man or some boyfriend jeans and a simple tank if I want to keep it casual.

Butterfly Embroidered Tunic from Forever 21

This pick should come as no surprise.. it has "butterfly" in the shirt description! I adore the detailing in the sleeves and think that the stylists from F21 nailed it. The model looks simply gorgeous!



Thanks to Lulu*s, Charlotte Russe and Forever 21 for the pictures!

Trending Now

The great thing about fashion is that it is interchangeable. You can mix designers, wear a high fashion item with a no-label staple, or even wear items from a different time. I have many pieces in my own closet that are over 10 years old because I know at one point the trend will be recycled. 2010 had a resurgence of the 80s whereas 2011 seems to be all about the 70s and 90s. One of the big trends of the 90s that I remember is floral prints and this Spring is all about stopping to smell the roses! Or tulips, or daisies.. I think you get the point. So here are some of my favorite picks from the bouquet:

Floral Polka Dot Dress from GoJane

I really like this dress from GoJane because it is more conservative and subdued in regards to the floral aspect (plus it has polka dots!). I could easily wear this to work with tights and flats. I could dress it up for date-night with sky high pumps and dramatic makeup or keep it low-key for a shopping date with the girls by wearing sandals and a straw hat. The possibilities are endless!

Cross-Stitch Floral Embroidered Tunic from Forever 21

Again, I really enjoy the subtlety of the trend. I also love how this tunic has a bit of an exotic vibe to it. I myself would not be daring enough to wear it alone but it is an option. Or if you are more body conscious like me, some leggings or skinny jeans with wedge sandals or pumps would really complete this look. The one nice thing about the floral trend is there is not much need for accessories.

But if you don't want to overload on the trend and do just want to incorporate it into your accessories, Etsy has a wide array of floral jewelry such as this gorgeous ring:

Big Love Rose Ring

And there is an over abundance of scarves and headbands at many of the retail chains such as Forever 21, Charlotte Russe and H&M.

So will you be wearing your favorite flowers come spring? Or will you leave it all to nature?

Thanks to GoJane, Forever 21 and Etsy for the pictures!

LVD

With Valentine's right around the corner, its time to find that perfect LVD (Little Valentine's Dress). Whether you're attached and going to spend a romantic evening with your S.O. or single and looking to hit the town with your girls, I have found a dress for anyone who wants to look fabulous without busting their wallet. Although, after you see the last few that are splurge-worthy you may decide to grab the plastic!

Frugalista (all under $50):
Eric Daman Sequin Party Dress from Charlotte Russe for the glam girl

Bead Trim Dress from Forever 21 for the bad ass (who still has a heart)



Textured Ruffle Tank Dress from GoJane for the Romantic

Splurge-worthy:

Alice + OliviaTina Seamed Cutout Dress from ShopBop for the daring diva

BCBGeneration Multi-Pleat Dress from Dillards for the modern goddess

Michael Kors Stretch Wool Crepe Dress from Nordstrom for the bold bombshell

So what do you have you eyes on for the special day? Are you going to whip out the plastic and splurge for V-Day or keep it low-key on both the mind and wallet? Happy Friday and Happy Hunting!

Thanks to Charlotte Russe, Forever 21, GoJane, ShopBop, Dillards and Nordstrom for the pictures!