Covered in Chocolate

I wasn't always a fan of chocolate/brown, but now I love it! It's so rich and you can do just as much with it as black. I'm covered in chocolate today :)

Let's talk about the shoes. I love, love, love these shoes. How they came about is pretty interesting. As a blogger, you receive all kinds of crazy offers (some are legit and others aren't). I receive an email from a young lady from Solestruck.com back in the Fall that basically said...'You are a fantastic, diligent blogger and as a reward, we would like to give you a free pair of shoes.' Since I'm Skeptical Sally, I ignored it and tucked it away. I wanted to wait to see if my other blogger friends received the same offer. Well low and behold, Kimberly received the same offer took them up on it, AND received her free merchandise. So, I responded to the email immediately after I figured this out :) I wanted something funky, and in a price range that I would never pay, so I chose the Guess Cabanas. Hot, hot, hot! Check out www.Solestruck.com! They have an awesome selection, and their site is extremely easy to navigate.

Ruffle Front Shirt: Body Central - $16.50
Cream Tank: Mossimo - $5
Brown Pinstriped Skirt: New York & Company - $23
Guess Patent Peep-toe Pumps: Guess (via SoleStruck) - $104, but I got them FREE :)

Total Estimated Cost: $44.50

Multi Tasking

I'm so happy to be back to blogging, and extremely excited that it's Friday! What have I been up to for the past three months? Lots and lots of multi tasking. I have been pulled left and right, up and down with work, the kids, and family. When I get home I crash, oh, but not for long because I'm battling insomnia too! Since I've been so tired, I've been pretty frumpy. No kidding. If I would have been blogging, you guys would have wanted to make sure it was really me, and not an impostor trying to sabotage my blog. I've also been eating a lot, and put on a few pounds, so maybe I've really been in hiding...hmmm...I'm back in the gym on a regular basis, and I'm feeling confident again :) Thanks to all of you that still came to visit even though I was MIA :)

Now don't get me wrong, I've been busy, but I always make time for retail therapy. Not much, but enough to keep me happy. I scored these super cute Steve Madden wedges last week, at Marshall's for $35.


Now, to today's outfit. This sweater vest almost made it to the Goodwill bag. Here is how I wore it before. I thought it made me look super frump, and I wasn't sure if I liked it, and couldn't think of another way to wear it...until this morning. The two shirts that I have on were next to each other in the closet and the light bulb went off in my head, and said, "Go ahead, layer them b*****!" (yes, that is really how my mind speaks to me, rude!) So, I did. I think the vest is a keeper now.

Turquoise Vest: New York & Company - $15
Leopard Print Ruffly Shirt: New York & Company - $7
Black 3/4 Sleeve Top: Mossimo - $5
My Favorite Jeans: Old Navy - $30 (the only jeans I will actually pay $30 for!)
Black & Cream Shoes w/Bow: American Eagle (via Payless) - don't recall, but I'm sure <$20

Total Estimated Cost: $77

What Happened?

OK so what the heck happened outside? Wasn't it just 65 degrees in VA or was I hallucinating? It's like 50 below right now. Hubby came and had lunch with me today and we walked (like idiots) to a restaurant near my office. OMG! When I got back into the building after lunch I felt like I had been slapped in the face from the cold wind. As soon as I got home I changed into my comfy jammies and robe :) Ahhh, nice and toasty!

Hopefully all of you have a great weekend. Be safe!





Brown Blazer: Natalie Karlton (Thrifted-Still had the tags on it! Orig. $80) - $6
Pink Shirt: Mossimo - $6
Super Dark Denim: Old Navy - $30
Brown Pumps: Nine West (just one pair of my beauts from Wednesdays post) - $27
Belt: Target (don't know brand) - $3

Estimated Cost: $72

Congrats Obama!

I'm still in shock about the outcome of the Presidential election. Definitely not in a bad way! I think it's awesome that we all had the chance to live in this moment of history. We now have something to tell our grandchildren about, the days leading up to the election and our feelings during and after the results. EXCITING!

My husband works for the Washington Post and they have run out of papers and had a line out the door and down the block all day. I had a couple of requests from friends wanting me to ask my husband to grab a paper for them. He works at the joint and can't get a paper!



Since I had to work late tonight I wanted to be comfy.

Gray Sweater Dress (not too crazy about the stretched bottom, but it was on clearance!): Mossimo - $7
Magenta Sweater: Worthington - $10
Patent Belt: New York & Company - $9
Black Boots: Liz Claiborne - $30
Pearl Necklace: Made by one of my clients-she's super talented! - $15

Estimated Cost: $71

Almost There

Hola all! It's almost Friday, wooohooo! This weekend I'm heading to my husband's 10th college reunion. Dang, he's old, LOL ;O) It should be tons of fun tailgating and hanging out on the town in Richmond, VA.

Red Blazer: Merona - $20
Black T: Mossimo - $2
Gray Skirt: The Limited - $10
Black Boots: Liz Claiborne - $30
Butterfly Scarf: Thrifted - $2

Estimated Cost: $64

Feeling a Little Green...ish Blue

As I promised myself, today was a fabulous day!

Today is technically my "Hump Day" I'm off and hanging out with my kids on Friday. We'll be going to see Disney on Ice. Don't laugh, but I think I'm more excited than they are! I LOVE Disney. Has anyone noticed the Mickey Mouse tattoo on my ankle? Yeah, bad idea but, it was a great one when I was 19.








Black Cardigan: Mossimo - $17
Turquoise Top: Geoffrey Beene - $14
Black Tank (hiding under top): H&M - $4
Pinstriped Pants: New York & Company - $26
Turquoise Shoes: Gianni Bini - $15
Necklace: New York & Company - $4
Belt: New York & Company - $16

Estimated Cost: $96

P.S. - You all will be sick of seeing this belt soon. It's my favorite! I feel like I look 10 lbs lighter when I wear it :o)

One of Those Days

This morning I woke up and didn't feel well, so comfort was key for me today. Since I didn't feel too hot, nothing in my closet was cutting it. After about ten minutes of sifting though my wardrobe, this is what I ended up with.

Purple Shirt: Cleo Casual - $15
Black Bermuda Shorts: Mossimo - $7
Faux Snake Skin Pumps: Nine West - $15
Pearls: $Gifted

Estimated Cost: $37

Blue: Take Three

Three days of blue? I didn't even realize I had so much blue stuff!

These shoes were a lot louder than I expected. They photograph as a deep royal blue, when they are more like a bright purplish-blue. Ah, well. I still love them and they are very comfy.

Black Lace Top: Newport News - $20
Yellow T: Old Navy - $8
Black Skirt: Mossimo (via eBay) - $10 (incl. ship.)
Blue Suede Shoes: Chadwick's - $30

Estimated Cost: $68

Pretty in Pink

All I can say is I was pretty darn bright today! This dress is so comfy, the material is super light and delicate.

Flower Dress: J.B.S. - $20
Black Tank: H&M - $4
Black Cardigan: Mossimo - $17
Fuschia Obi Belt: HSN - $10
Pink Faux Croc Shoes: Nine West - $13

Estimated Cost: $64