Monday, February 20, 2012

Burnt Orange, Cobalt and Polka Dots

Hi all...Great Monday Morning!

I had a pretty good weekend.  It was pretty uneventful but that isn't a bad thing. 
Me and the boys got out and enjoyed the beautiful weather on Saturday. 
It was gorgeous and just had me all ready for Spring!

I am at work today but don't feel bad for me because we observe President's day at the end of the year along with Veteran's day and Columbus day and get the week after Christmas off. 

Today's outfit was inspired by the fabulous Prissy over at Rush Our Fashion.  Prissy, did a post on her blog some time ago and I said then that I would put together something similar because I had the pieces and I loved her look.  I am just getting around to doing it. 
See my inspiration for this outfit, Prissy's version here.


I opted to go with some Cobalt shoes and purse.  As you may have noticed, orange and blue are faves of mine to pair. 
It was a beautifully breezy day.  I wish I had on a dress or something flowy to create some photo magic...lol.




Burnt Orange Slacks & Polka Dot Cropped Jacket: Thirfted Black Button Up: Burlington
Purse: Charming Charlie Shoes: Dollhouse Jewella





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Sunday, February 19, 2012

And the Award goes to...

Hey guys I was given The Versatile Blogger Award by two fellow bloggers!


First, the sweet Carsedra of Embracing the Real Me and then the lovely Cherrie of Cherrie Amore.
Thank you both for the award! 

If you haven't checked out their blogs yet, please do!

Okay before I accept this award, the 5 things listed here have to be done:

1. I must thank the blogger who nominated me for the award and provide a link back to them in my post.
2. I must share 7 random things about myself.
3. I must pass the award along to 15 recently discovered blogs I enjoy reading.
4. I must contact my chosen bloggers via Facebook, twitter, email etc, to let them know about the award.
5. I must add the versatile Blogger award picture on my blog post.


7 Random Facts About Me

1.  I don't like potato salad nor BBQ sauce.
2.  I LOVE to drive.
3.  I love to dance.  I sometimes wish I had been given the talent to dance professionally.
4.  I'm a pretty good background or choir singer. I'm no soloist.
5.  I have been natural for 3.5 years. 
I stopped relaxing my hair because of it thinning on the crown of my head.

Prior to going chemical free
6.  I am still trying to Tweet more.  I foget to about Twitter at times.

7.  A few of my nicknames in the past and present have been:
Cheeko
Speedy
Cheeka deeka
Tave
Chipmunk
Motts
Shawty Dynomite (courtesy of my husband)

And the award goes to...

Please remember the rules of accepting this award. 

Style Agent 909
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Thursday, February 16, 2012

My Patchwork Skirt

Good evening darlings!

First, I want to say thank you to all of you who take the time to leave a comment here.  I say that because the way these blogs are set up once a reader leaves a comment 9 times out of 10, they don't come back to that same post to see the blogger say thank you.  So when I say thank you, you probably won't know it. I don't like that we can't interact in that manner but that's just me. 
So I am publicly saying thanks to all of you!

Alright y'all...here is one my latest thrift finds.  My $2.50 patchwork skirt!  One of the greatest things about thifting is the unique pieces you find.  I wore this outfit to work yesterday and I was asked a few times where I found it.  Of course that lead me to talk about one of my favorite pasttimes...lol


Skirt: Thirfted  Shirt: K&G  Shoes: Faryl Robin Dancer Pumps  Belt and Purse: Streets of NYC


My fellow thrifters, what is the most unique piece you scored?  Inquiring minds wanna know.

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Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Winter White Styled with Love

Happy Valentine's Day Lovelies!

Today's outfit is Valentine's day inspired to have a lil fun with my fellow bloggers.
I have linked up with  everyone at Everbody Everywear workin' the Pink and Red!
&
Bloggers Do It Better where we are rockin' the Red!

In this outfit I went with the more traditional Love Day look. 
In the outfit below I switched it up just a tad bit.
Both looks are perfect for dinner with a special someone or the girls.
Slacks are a little warmer for a cold day in February but can be swapped out for a skirt
if you wanna give a lil leg to make this look a lil bit sexier for a first date.

Trousers:  K&G   Sweater and Jacket: Thrifted   Necklace: NYC Street Vendor 
Shoes:  Nine West Bracelet:  Pinlet by D  Belt: Target  Clutch:  Leather Man


I also wanted to switch it up just a lil bit by color blocking with a not so traditional Valentine color.



Trousers:  K&G  Blazer: Thrifted   Striped Tank: Target  Purse:  Streets of NYC  Shoes: Faryl Robin  Random Accessories
 


And since it is Valentine's day, I want to share one of my favorite pics of me and my Valentine.
Babe, I love you more than chicken and rice! ;-)
Happy Valentine's Day! 


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Saturday, February 11, 2012

DIY Off Shoulder Sweater

Hey everyone!  I hope you all are having a great weekend!

This is a quick post.  I am running a little late.  On tap today is my sister's baby shower and then a movie with my husband.  This is what I am wearing.  This outfit includes a DIY off shoulder sweater.  The fabulous fashionista over at Style Pantry did a couple of them and I wanted to give it a try.  I like.




 


The Fit:
DIY Sweater that was originally thrifted
Black Skinnies: Target
Shoes: Faryl Robin Dancer Pumps
Belt and Necklace: Streets of NYC
Purse: Ann Taylor thrifted

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