Embrace the Cold

Embrace The Cold

…or at least know how to deal with it

Winter can be brutal, but I refuse to lock myself inside.

 I'd rather bundle up and spend a day off exploring Philly.

I did exactly that when a few inches of snow

 got me out of classes for the day.

The key to surviving winter is to layer… and invest

 in a thick faux fur coat that makes you

 feel like you should be in Aspen or Moscow.

Then find a warm pair of faux fur boots that can

withstand the snow and slush. Also, they add a bit of

edge to your look. It's a win-win! 

Knitted Headband // handmade

Sweater // Forever 21

Jeans // Primark

Boots // H&M

Coat // Garage

Take Care & God Bless

Throw in Some Color

 Throw in Some Color

Take an average outfit into a one of a kind look by...

adding a pop of color on the lips...

contrasting accessories...

and a fun pair of shoes.

Sweater // H&M

Jeans //  Primark

Oxfords // Steve Madden

Lipstick //  Maybelline in Nude Nuance 

Wrap Bracelet // Origami Owl

Bracelets // Tiffany's (top) Alex and Ani (bottom)

Stay Well & God Bless

Cool & Casual

Cool & Casual

Over the holiday my family and I went to the Philadelphia Christmas Village, it was great if I had gotten this up sooner

 I'd say go, it is now closed -- there's always next year!

I wanted to keep it casual but still have some fun with the look.

Denim blue jeans, for me, are central to a casual and effortless look; add a pair of ankle boots like the pointed ones I'm sporting to take it up a notch. 

For the top, I went for a pajama-inspired top its casual in the right ways (loose fit, comfy, easy to work with) but still 

looks put together. Throw on a long trench style jacket to tie 

the look together. 

I love this jacket because it can be dressed down or up.

 It keeps me warm without the bulkiness.

TOP // Primark

JEANS // Primark 

JACKET // Forever21

BOOTS // JustFab

Stay Well & God Bless

Star Spangled Dress

 Star Spangled Dress

For a night on the town you can't go wrong with a 

LBD(little black dress) but spice it up with a fun print.

After Tommy Hilfiger's 2015 Spring show that was oh so Rock and Roll,star prints have been making appearances every where.

And for good reason. The print gives any look a fun and fresh take. Not to mention you can't help but feel like a rockstar while sporting a star spangled look.

Full Show Courtesy of FFChanel

Something like this would make the perfect go-to holiday party dress. Asos.com and BooHoo.com have a few options as well as Ralph Lauren.     

Dress / BooHoo.com

Shoes / JustFab

Lipstick / Revlon - Just Bitten

Stay Well & God Bless

Back to School | Classic

Back to School | Classic

It's official back to school season has begun. As hard as it maybe to say goodbye

 to summer's carefree attitude and style 

it's always fun to plan out your 

back to school outfit.

I actually wore this on my third day of classes. 

The look is sophisticated but causal. 

Perfect for making a good impression 

as you get around campus. 

At the beginning of my day I had a denim jacket on to dress it down a little while 

keeping with the classic theme to the look.

(But it was just too hot for that!)

My prized wine colored oxfords added a nice dose of color without being too loud.

Top / Express ($3 at a thriftstore!)

Shorts / Express

Purse / Charming Charlie

Oxfords / Steven by Steve Madden

Stay Well & God Bless

Handkerchief

Handkerchief? 

I have been on the fence about using a handkerchief/bandanna 

(which ever you prefer I have gotten into some heated discussions over the correct term hahha) as an accessory. I have seen some people pull it off very well and others not so much. But I took a chance! and I really liked it. It will probably be a summer trademark for me when I don't want to be bother by necklaces.

Since I was being a bit bold with that I wanted to keep the rest of my outfit simple. Insert black shorts, purse, and my fave cut-out boots. To make the handkerchief stand out I went with a cream colored knit sweater that I distressed a bit.  

I don't wear this shirt often because it fits weird but I thought the distressed knit would add a nice touch.

Shirt / Thrift find

Handkerchief / Walmart

Shorts / H&M

Purse / Poshmark

Shoes / Urbango.com

Necklace / H&M

Stay Well & God Bless xX

Winter Fest

Winterfest Wonderland

The other weekend I went to Winterfest in Philly with my family. It was such a wonderful experience and I am so looking forward to going back soon. 

 The place was litter with lights and a few Christmas trees. Along with an ice skating rink they had fire pits with S'more kits, rocking chairs scattered around with warm blankets, and a lodge. 

We got some coffee and hot cider and walked about the place a bit. 

After we got our tickets to go skating we had an hour to pass so we got something to eat in the lodge. It had the cutest set up; sofas, fireplaces, and lights (as you can see hahha) We grabbed delicious burgers and sat at one of the many bench tables, which all had their own sort of board game. Ours was Jenga! (:

 The ice skating was amazing, it was my first time and I was terrified but after a few minutes I eventually taught myself how not to fall. With the Christmas music and lights it was so magical.

We had about two hours on the ice and every half hour they had a light show. Btw the jacket kept me completely warm the whole night and was totally worth the money. I got it from Garage, I don't usually shop there but it really caught my eye and I have to say I am sooo glad I found it.

The place is right on the water in Philly and is such a magical place to be. It is open until March and if you are ever in the area you must go! It's FREE aside from the ice skating. A perfect date place (the lights and cold make it utterly romantic hahha) or even a great family outing.

 

I wish I had a picture of my outfit, at least a good one there was just so much going on I forgot.

Stay Well /xX