LIPSTICK INSPIRATIONS

MAC Fanfare / NARS Funny Face / MAC Morange

As a self proclaimed lipstick junkie these are some of the lipstick inspirations I am loving right now. I do personally own MAC Fanfare, and have for awhile. It is perfect for everyday, and one of those "your lips but better" color (we all have one!). A creamy pink is the perfect way to describe it. What are some of your favorite lipsticks at the moment? 

ALL LILAC-ED OUT

Leather Tote / Cami /  Pumps/  Dress/  Handbag/ Scarf

For this spring and summer season I have been obsessed with lilac. All things lilac! It took those close to me pointing out everything I had been buying or looking at was this color. There is something so fresh, girly,and versatile about it. I bought a lilac scuba skirt a few months ago from Forever 21, but haven't had much of a chance to wear it due to the not so nice weather until recently. But you better believe it will be a spring and summer staple for me this season. I'm really looking forward to styling it.  

FOLLOW ME ON PINTEREST

In case you did not know I have a Pinterest account where I post all things girly, and that inspire me at the moment. Check it out! Maybe you will be inspired by my pinnings. 

I promise to have more posts soon. You know how it gets at the end of school. All teachers decide to get together and have projects/exams/papers due ALL at the same time. To say these past few weeks have been busy is an understatement. However, I have done some online shopping so expect a haul or OOTD day pictures soon. 

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OOTD: CASUAL FRIDAY

First, forgive how pale I am as this year's winter has not been too kind to me. Moving on...Since I am still in college my idea of a casual Friday is probably much different to those who work, and have to worry about remaining office appropriate (which will have to change soon for me). This weekend I drove to Dallas to visit my parents, who are in Texas for a few weeks from Switzerland. Dallas is our "home base" in America, and we try to go back as often as we can. My weekend was spent shopping, relaxing, and eating a lot of Mexican food!

On Friday afternoon my mom and I spent our time at Northpark, the Shops at Park Lane, and finally grabbed  lunch at Bistro N (Nordstrom's restaurant). It might be weird, but we order the same thing every time we go. I guess when you find what you really enjoy why change?! 

Our Order:
- A glass of Sokol Blosser Pinot Gris from Willamette Valley
- Black Forest ham and Gruyere Sandwich


Since it was just a casual day spent shopping I wanted my outfit to reflect that, and it was important to have items that would be easy to take on and off. Nothing is more annoying when you're shopping to be so tired of putting your outfit together that you just give up or buy items without trying them on first. It was so great to feel "normal" and visit my parents this week. What did you all get up to?


Outfit Details:
- J Crew Lace Top (a similar top is on sale right now at J Crew Factory online)
- Forever 21 Nude Cami (under the J Crew shirt)
- Celebrity Pink Jeans
- Cole Haan Suede Ballet Flats
- Louis Vuitton Speedy 35 Damier Ebene
- Charming Charlie Necklace
- DKNY Stainless Steel Watch


This was my first OOTD so feel free to leave any constructive criticism that way I can take better pictures for the future.

SPRING STATEMENT NECKLACES

1. Forever 21 Braided Beaded Ombre Necklace 2. MAWI Embellished Chain Necklace  3. River Island Fluro Yellow Jelly Statement Necklace  4. Marc by Marc Jacobs Staking the Deck  5. Oliver Bonas Festiva Beaded Necklace 

6. Kate Spade Capri Garden Bright Beryl Necklace 7. Vanessa Arizaga Pink Crazy For You Necklace  

One of my favorite parts about spring besides the sunny days and anticipation of the summer are bringing out my brighter statement necklaces. I usually don't follow the rules of wearing certain colors for certain seasons. I buy items for my wardrobe because I want to wear them (as simple as that). However, there are some things that clearly scream spring or summer, and I might look odd if I wore them year round. 

As I have said in a previous post I believe statement jewelry is a staple for any woman's wardrobe, and a trend that seems like it's here to stay. Therefore, I try to buy statement necklaces that don't clearly illustrate one trend. For example the Bubble necklace trend that I did jump on the bandwagon for (probably most of us did), but now feel like I can't wear again. I try to buy pieces that would work with multiple outfits and last longer than a few seasons. My favorite places to buy statement jewelry is J Crew, Etsy, and random boutiques I find in my travels. 

I believe there is no need to break the bank for these pieces (unless you want to). You can easily find statement pieces in your budget, and I actually enjoy the thrill of finding a well made statement necklace for a great price. 

Where do you find your favorite statement jewelry?