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

Pop of Pink

 Pop of Pink

Winter is here and so begins the layering.  
I kept the colors neutral so the 
pink scarf could have all the attention.
It kept me nice and warm along with the 
faux fur lined jacket I picked up at an 
after Christmas sale!

Sweater / H&M (years ago)

Scarf / my aunt made it :)

Jacket / H&M (sale)

Boots / JustFab

Purse / Poshmark

Leather Bracelet / Origami Owl

Silver Bracelets / Alex&Ani

Stay Well & God Bless

Outfit Post

Outfit Post

Best way to beat the cold?!!

Take it inside! hahha

I want to do more outfit post but it has just been so flipping cold here that all I want to do is wrap myself in a blanket and put on Netflix. (and I would if I didn't have classes and work!) 

What better place to take pictures than in a practically empty mall. No one around to stare at you hahha, natural light, and NO cold. It is genius so for the moment please excuse my attempt at making a abandoned mall look "cool".

*The white Express shirt is the same one from my recent buys post.

I have since dyed my hair to a chocolate brown and I am starting to miss the ombre! I may do something similar. 
Take Care and God Bless /xX

Fire And Ice

Fire & Ice

The other weekend I went to a Chili Cook-off/Ice Carving Festival that happens every February in my town. As long as I have lived here this is the first time I have actually been able to go.

 

There were about ten different ice carvings that people from all over carved that morning. Some people were still working when I got there, ice was flying everywhere it looked like sparkles were falling from the sky! hahha These were two of my favs a dragon and the fishes in a heart (yayy for Valentine's day <3 )

There was a phoenix one I wanted to snap a pic of but I there was such a crowd around it and I was way too cold to wait around.

There is a cute strip of shops down this tiny road that I've always wanted to go in but never did until this day. There was this cool vintagey (Not A Word But Hey) store with loads of jewelry and knick knacks. I had to keep myself from buying the whole store. I grabbed some hot cocoa from the bakery in the picture to keep me warm. It was SO cold but I really wanted to see all the carvings.

This coat has been such a great buy with the horrible cold weather we've been having here. I feel like it is sometimes a bit much but nevertheless it keeps me toasty warm. hahha I walked around for a bit longer to try the different chilis. Some of them were SPICY haha but it was a lot of fun. It was crazy seeing people from all over in my small 'lil town. 

Aside from the cold it was a lovely time! 

Sorry for the lack of post I am trying to find a balance between school, work, and the blog. 

I very much appreciate every view I get and I would love to hear from you guys.

Stay tuned for more post.

Take care & 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