Sequin Leggings, White Tunic & Chucks: Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend

When I was first approached by Anjolee to review a piece of their jewelry I was hesitant, but only because I typically focus more on the clothes than the accessories. I decided to do it because hey, there are two truths in life: 1. Accessories make the outfit; and 2. Diamonds (or in this case, cubic zirconia) are a girl’s best friend. Anjolee’s primary focus is diamond anniversary rings and wedding rings, but they also carry a substantial selection of earrings, necklaces and bracelets. I decided to give the diamond stud earrings a go, and I have to tell you they are drop dead stunning. They’re a really substantial piece of jewelry; you can tell just by looking at them that they are well made. And probably most importantly, they are best friend approved. I wore them over the weekend to the birthday festivities and my bestie thought they were fabulous and that’s really all that I needed to know. Quite honestly, it would probably have never occurred to me to look into purchasing high quality jewelry online, but considering how stellar the quality of these earrings is I would definitely consider Anjolee.

Talk about including opposing elements in an outfit. How’s sequin leggings and Chuck’s for opposition? I hadn’t worn the sequin leggings to work yet, and I’d actually had a couple of requests that I do so; sometimes I have a sneaking suspicion that people like to live vicariously through my fashion choices. The last time I wore them was here for our Christmas party. Anyway, today was a sultry and balmy 40 degrees so I decided the white dolman sleeve tunic tee and Chucks would be the perfect transitional pieces with the leggings. It was kinda like wearing blinged out pajamas to work which was actually a really good thing considering I’m recovering from an overindulgence hangover.

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Tunic: Mint Julep Boutique; Converse: Nordstrom; Earrings: Anjolee; Necklace: Walmart (In-store purchase)

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Floral Kimono & Faux Leather Leggings: The Final Countdown

This is it my friends; the last few days until my birthday. And it’s a big one. With a “0” in it. No, it’s not 30. To be perfectly honest with you, 50 scares me a lot less than 40, and 40 wasn’t as terrifying as 30. 30 was terrifying for the simple fact my mother passed away when she was 34 so when I turned 30 all I wanted was to be 35 because I had it in my head that I would die at 34 as well. Obviously that didn’t happen. My fear of 40 was simply based on vanity because man, that sounded old. Now that 50 has arrived I’ve amassed a trove of infinite wisdom and ya know what? It is what is. Like I’ve said many times, I have the taste of a twelve year old girl and the sense of humor of a twelve year old boy so 50 is purely arbitrary. I’m gonna own 50 and I’m gonna kick 50’s ass. So, how do you like me now?

With that being said my damn near 50 year old self is rocking the leather leggings with a floral kimono and a sweatshirt. And I strongly believe I will continue to do so when I’m 70. Can I just tell you how much I love this tunic sweatshirt? I scored it from Townhouse Boutique. They sell their items via Facebook and Instagram on kind of a first come, first served basis. When it popped up in my email I immediately wanted it because it was so me. It’s soft and comfortable, but not at all bulky. I’ll be able to wear it well into the spring and summer on cooler evenings too. The floral kimono has been in my closet since the great kimono binge of Spring 2014. It’s probably the one I wear the most because I love the colors so much. I wanted to add some visual interest to the sweatshirt and leggings and I knew it was just the ticket. I went with the taupe fringe booties because black was just too predictable and if there’s one thing I’m not, it’s predictable.

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Kimono: Tilly’s (Old); Leggings: Nordstrom; Sweatshirt: Townhouse Boutique; Booties: Tilly’s

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I Stand Corrected: Floral Print Sweater, Boyfriend Jeans & Bearpaws

Let me start by saying my dogs are indeed thugs. And I love them regardless; maybe even more so because of their rebel ninja hearts. And yes, about a month ago, they did lift my camera remote from my desk, but I discovered the crime before any damage was done. But with that being said, they did not steal my remote this time. I was looking for it again after work. I figured it was already destroyed, but because I was afraid Bawb the bulldog would swallow it and hurt himself I wanted to find it. My husband, who after a hundred years with me, knows how my mind works, asked what I was wearing the last time I used it. I checked my Instagram and blog to see what outfit I had on the last time (see, social media has it’s uses) and after some foraging in the laundry there it was…in the pocket of my faux leather joggers. My husband is a genius, I tell ya. And since I had already ordered a new one, I’ll now have an extra to keep safe and sound in my camera bag…and obviously I won’t be keeping either of them on my computer desk. I profusely apologized to both of my wrongly accused babies and gave them lots of hugs and kisses. I’m sure they were just thinking, “Wow, mom’s strangely happy to see us after work today. Must have been a rough day. Wonder if she has some cheese…”

This is the outfit I wore during the day on New Year’s Eve when we went to Foxburg. It was crazy cold (not crazy cold like now, but cold enough) so the turtleneck layered under the floral print sweater was a necessity. The stripes brought some print mix to the party, while the boyfriend jeans and Bearpaws kept it casual and comfortable for a short road trip. Of course the evening outfit required some bling and fancier footwear which you can check out here if you’re so inclined.

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Sweater: Nordstrom (No longer available); Turtleneck: Old Navy; Jeans: GAP (similar); Boots: Bearpaw

 

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Faux Leather Joggers, Fuzzy Sweater & Leopard Pumps: Thursday Fashion Files Link Up

Today I’m super excited to be the Guest Co-host for the first official Thursday Fashion Files Link Party along with the super sweet Carrie from Curly Crafty Mom and the always stylish Jill from Doused In Pink. Make sure you join in on the fun and link up with us!

I know many of you probably think I’m a complete lunatic for taking my shots outside in the snow. And let me tell you ahead of time, before you scroll down and see my kick ass leopard pumps, I did not tromp around in the snow in those suckers. A lunatic perhaps, but stupid I’m not. While outside I was sportin’ my ever-present Bearpaws and I put these back on before taking the snaps. In any case, I’m not as insane brave as you think I am. Before I head out, I get all of my camera settings taken care of, my tripod ready and my clothes adjusted. The spot where I take my pictures is only about fifteen feet outside my back door, so I bolt out there and get ‘er done in approximately two or three minutes. That’s it. Even I can handle the chill for two or three minutes. Unless, like I mentioned the other day, the temperature involves less than two digits or a minus sign then my friends, all bets are off. And I can tell you for certain, there will be no outside pictures tomorrow. The high is -1…you read that right…-1. Seriously, how can -1 even be called a “high”??

I do love my faux leather joggers, but they seem to have one rather inconvenient downfall I was unaware of. Apparently when it’s super dry inside due to having the heat fired up to fight off the Arctic air, they become a giant ball of static. Every time I moved they latched on to me like plastic wrap you’re trying to tear off the roll. Whenever I stood up I’d have to bend over and yank down the ankles to unglue them from legs. My husband suggested I put a blow dryer down my pants and inflate them a little bit…he’s always so helpful like that. The black fuzzy sweater had a similar issue. It attracted every teeny tiny bit of pink fuzz off of my scarf so it kind of looks like a black and pink tweed sweater…ya, let’s go with that. #winterstyleproblems

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Joggers: Nordstrom (Old); Sweater: JCPenney (In-store purchase); Pumps: Target

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This week I welcome Debbie at Fashion Fairy Dust as our Guest Co-Host! If you enjoy casual and dressy mixes, a huge assortment of different graphic tees styled with boyfriend jeans and gorgeous statement necklaces, then you will enjoy Debbie’s blog… which includes all of that plus more! Debbie is a dog-lover, coffee-addict and believes jewelry and shoes make an outfit. Stop by her blog if you haven’t already and you’ll be impressed!
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