Catch the Wave for Less

I think Forever 21 caught wind of the Missoni for Target craze because lots of zig zags are making waves throughout their stores! I fell in love with a Missoni (not for Target) scarf at Saks recently, but it was still on the pricey side. I found this F21 scarf which gives that designer look for about 10 dollars. There are a few subtle pattern differences, but it's a very close option.

Did you score any Missoni for Target swag during the first few days?

This is a F21 wave scarf...


And this is a Missoni scarf...

I'm Feeling Blue

I'm blue, but I'm happy! The drape of the dress called for gladiator sandals, 

but I added a more structured bag to keep it from looking too slouchy!

Dress: Forever21

Bracelet: Dots

Bag: Poppie (DSW)

Shoes: Bandolino 

These are the shoes I'm wearing, I love them! 

I bought my dress at the store. It's not available online, but here's another shoulder cut-out dress. 

Night Out in NYC

The day started out nicely, here I am before the rain! Off to NYC for singing and eating!

Indian cotton shirt: Marshall's

Shorts: Forever 21

Suede Mocassin Fringed Boots: Airwalks

Here is the style of boot I am wearing, these will transition easily into fall...

Now, come with me to NYC...

View from the car.

Horse drawn carriages are always somewhere in NYC. I've never had a ride in one. I felt bad for the horse. He looked like he needed a nap and it was raining :( I tried to get him in the shot but failed and only got the tail end of him, lol.

It stated raining so badly and I didn't want to ruin my suede boots so I put these socks on with my sneakers! They're from Payless. (I keep socks in my glove compartment and my sneakers in my car in case I have to walk or it rains!)

 Yes Virginia, there really is a Soup Man!

Miso glazed salmon, veggies and rice

Pink flower on top of the food and another in a vase.

I love pink flowers, did they know I was coming? :)

Want more NYC? Flashback to my NYC post from last year here and here!

Just Running Around

Yay for outdoor shots! I try to mix it up with the indoor shots since I usually take my own photos, but today
hubby was my photographer!  He made me laugh shouting out photographer comments ("show me that smile", "work it", stuff like that)

I had some errands to do, so I kept it simple. Black dress, print scarf, flats. I love those flats, you have seen them a lot! They are so comfortable it's ridiculous. The exact name is Tidal by Aerosoles.

Scarf: Forever 21
Black leather bracelet w/studs: Target
Teardrop earrings: Target
Watch: Disney Mickey Mouse watch
Dress: Express
Flats: Aerosoles
Bag: Longchamps Le Pliage

F21 and TJ Maxx Springtime Haul

As I patiently wait for any signs of spring, I gathered some florals of my own...

This was from TJ Maxx, Has an exposed zipper on back. Very light and airy. 

 I got compliments on these Tommy Hilfiger shoes just trying them on in the store! 

Doesn't that make you really want to buy whatever you're trying on?


I also picked up these Sam Edelman flats...super comfy

Silk at Forever 21? Oh yeah.
Colorful mosaic top to add a little zing

Church Outfit and Quick Testimony

My sister invited me to her church today and this is what I wore. I chose purple and when I got there all of the church members were wearing purple in honor of Friends Day! Wow, coincidence! It was cool because I fit right in. 


Sweater: Forever 21
Leggings: No Boundaries
Scarf: Charlotte Russe
Boots: Charlotte Russe
Bag: Louis Vuitton

Also, I was debating on whether to discuss this, but since women's health has always been something I feel strongly about, I felt it was important. Recently, I mentioned I wasn't feeling well and it was so nice to receive well wishes (thanks Kandie:). Without going into a lot of detail, I will say this was an issue related to women's health and thank God, it wasn't serious after all.

This experience has taught me the following:

Trust your instincts. You know your body more than anyone, so you know when something is wrong. 
Complain. I am not a complainer by nature. I am a pro at suffering silently, but that really helps no one.
Think the best, not the worst. During troubles, our mind leads us to dark places. Don't let it.
Lean on family. They're always there for you.
Trust your faith. This is specific to each person, but for me, God is always there for me.
Continue living!  This is important. In the midst of my scare, I continued to do outfit posts and was chosen as a Fabsugar Look of the Week. I continued to sing, laugh, and watch Everybody Loves Raymond.
Remember what matters. God, Health, Family, Friends, Chocolate cake...oops.True though.
Celebrate your strength...always. If there is anything on Earth stronger than the strength of a woman I don't know what it is.

I hope this entry lifted your spirits and reminded you of the amazing woman that you are.
And I hope it wasn't too long! Now, we commence fashion.

Jewelry Spotlight: Parisian Necklace

Paris is on my long list of places to visit one day, but in the meantime, I have this necklace! This one caught my eye and it was only $4.80. The necklace has a mini Eiffel tower, a bird, an envelope, a cute black bow. Just an interesting little necklace that helps me to keep dreaming of Paris.