weekly looks

Monday

yoga/work/cardio

Tuesday&Wednesday

yoga/yoga/cardio

Thursday

yoga/work/hang out

I did wear shoes to work today but got a pedicure after so didn't want to ruin the polish by putting my shoes back on ;)

Friday

yoga/work/Rainbow on the Green

Currently it's Monday morning and I am trying to wake up. I love the long days of summer but going to bed early enough to wake up before the sun rises is hard! This week will be a good one because we are going on vacation Friday night :)

weekend casual | times four

Saturday

cardio / work / Vegan fest / Praia Urbana {new Lulu shorts from the hubs}

Even though summer does not technically start until Friday, it's here. Spring was beautiful but the heat and humidity has hit us hard.

Sunday

yoga / pool / cardio / home

And that's why one must change a million times a day: walking outside for only a moment will cause you to sweat profusely.

It's Monday already. How is it that the weekend days fly by so fast? Here's to a great week!

working wardrobe | finally, Friday

dress: Banana / cardi: Loft / shoes: Tory Burch

This week seems to have whizzed by, which is a good thing, but I am feeling rather exhausted. So ready for a restful weekend! Hope you have a great one!

working wardrobe | hi, Monday

dress: Banana / cardi: J.Crew / shoes: Tory Burch

Why is it that the working week drags on so long but the weekend seems to go by in a blink? The hubs went to visit his aunt this weekend, leaving me to my own devices (which didn't include much but a lot of cleaning, scrapping and hanging out with the boys). Hope you have a great week!

working wardrobe | on the mend

dress: Banana / cardi: Loft / shoes: Tory Burch
I think I am almost over this thing that has been kicking my a$$ for the past 2 weeks. Actually slept without being woken up by hacking coughs for the last 2 nights, although I am basically almost sleeping sitting up since lying flat seems to make it worse still.


dress: ABS / cardi: Gap / shoes: MarcJacobs / sunnies: Dsquared / jewelry: Collingnon Designs
I don't normally wear a huge amount of makeup on a good day, but I definitely couldn't be bothered this week. It would all wipe off with the amount I am blowing my nose!


dress: Loft / cardi: Target / shoes: Geox
And the trend for the week so far - dresses with cardis. Easy, comfy and don't have to think about it.


We went to a movie last night. It had so much potential, but wasn't as good as I wanted it to be. Did bring back high school flashbacks and how I am so happy I survived that part of my life!

finally Friday

dress: Banana / cardi: Loft / shoes: Tory Burch
The start to the week was a bit rough, but it's at the end and the weekend is almost upon us. The hubs is going on a boy's trip to Austin tomorrow and I've got a yoga workshop starting tonight so it should be a good one.


This dress can definitely be worn simply but I am looking forward to layering it up over the cooler months.


And a short-sleeved cardigan is probably only useful when you live in a climate that is so hot outside the a/c freezes you inside without some kind of sleeves.

Happy weekend :)

weekend update | not goodbye but see you later

This Saturday we attended not one but 2 going away parties for 2 boys that are moving away for their jobs. Both kept saying that they would be back sooner rather than later but we were still a bit sad about it.


The only photos I took were with my new Instax to give to our friend, and, of course, a photo of that Instax so I could keep a copy of it! {I have been severely lacking in taking pics this week; I wonder if that is why I have been in a melancholic mood lately}


dress: Banana / shoes: Gap / belt: J.Crew / bag: Gucci / earrings: gift'd / bangles: Alexis Bittar
I did try to brighten things up with my 39th birthday dress. Joe asked why I was so dressed up and I replied, "I am wearing flip flops, so this is casual :)!"

The weekend just reminded me that the important things in life aren't things but the relationships you keep with friends and family. I hope you were able to do something fun with the loved ones in your life!

a bit lost

dress: Banana / shoes: Tory Burch / sunnies: Gucci / necklace: Anthro

Now that the Olympics are over we're not sure what to do with our time. Granted, we didn't watch this past week as religiously as we did when swimming was on, but we didn't watch to miss this event:

{photo courtesy of earthlingorgeous

}One of my friends wondered how much $$ and convincing she needed to return as Posh and I've heard it is their last reunion, but I thought they looked better than when they were popular!

Pockets, please

dress: Banana / shoes: Old Navy / sunnies: Gucci
These days, when I am feeling lazy or uninspired, the quickest way for me to get dressed is wear a dress!


dress&belt: Anthro / shoes: Tory Burch / sunnies: Gucci / necklace: Loft
Apparently having pockets is also a requirement. Or an added bonus :)

Easy dressing

dress: Banana / shoes: Old Navy / sunnies&bag / Gucci

Some days, hell, most days, I don't want to think about what I am going to wear to work. And dresses make that easy.


dress: J. Crew / shoes: Tory Burch / sunnies&bag: Gucci / necklace: Loft

I did make an effort to accessorize a bit more yesterday, as well as wear my new flats!


Neimans was offering a GC for every certain dollar amount you spend and since Revas rarely go on sale, I thought I would take advantage and treat myself for my birthday.


They are a fun pattern and are neutral enough to pair with many things. For the first wearing they were also pretty comfortable. These days I am rarely wearing heels to work (because of yoga, but more on that later) so investing in good flats are a must. The two pair I wear the most are starting to fall apart so I figured it was time.


I think I paid about $25 for this dress at a consignment store, which I though was a bit pricey for a pre-worn garment, but I have been getting some good use out of it. I'm not sure how old the dress is, but J. Crew does make some good clothes!

new sunnies

dress: Banana / shoes: B. Makowsky / sunnies: Gucci / bag: LV / jewelry: gift'd

I pretty much wear clothes and shoes from Target to Saks and really don't care what label they are as long as they fit well and I like them. I am, however, somewhat of a sunglasses snob. Maybe because of what I do, but I feel like pricier sunglasses are worth the money. The last pair of cheapie shades I bought gave me a headache due to distortions in the lenses, so I threw them out.


My latest pair are so big and purple and fun!


I also love the signature bamboo that makes the temples.


Expect to see a lot more of them this spring and summer!

finally Friday

dress: Banana / shoes: Payless / scarf: India

This week has been insane and the rest of the month will probably be as well. Needless to say, I have been behind commenting on everyone's blogs. Hope you have a great weekend!

My shopping process

I thought I would share a bit of what goes on in my little head when I buy new clothes.


So I went shopping a few weeks ago (or was it over a month ago...time seems to be slipping away so fast this year!) and fell in love with this dress at Banana. Didn't pull the trigger because it was new and not on sale yet.


dress: Loft / cardi: Gap / shoes: Jeffrey Campbell / sunnies: Dsquared

I'm glad I didn't buy it, because shortly thereafter I realized I already had a navy polka dotted shift dress with pockets in my closet. But also realized this is probably why I loved it so.


dress: Banana, new / cardi: Target / shoes: Old Navy / earrings&necklace: Collignon Designs

A few weeks later, however, I did return to Banana and found the same dress in a different pattern, which did come home with me, thanks to a sale, rewards points and gift card. The silhouette is slightly different from the Loft dress and is just so flattering, I couldn't resist. Spring is the season when I have the hardest time not shopping because I love bright spring colors.


My uniform these days seem to be a cardi thrown over a dress. I have a feeling that sweater days are almost over here in Houston so I better take advantage while I can!

weekend casual

How is it that the weekend just flies by when you're doing a whole lotta nothing but work days seems to drag on forever? Sigh. I am just thankful today is an extra day off.


sweater: Banana / jeans: Gap / booties: Target / sunnies: Dsquared / earrings: Collignon Designs, gift'd

My new pink skinnies are going to be a favorite I can tell. I am so loving all the vibrant spring colors currently out in stores; just doing my best to keep with my 1-in-2-out closet rule.

Not quite ready

all items remix'd
top&boots: Anthro
cardi: Banana
skirt&tights: Loft
earrings: Collingnon Designs, gift'd

The more I think I am ready for Christmas, the more I realize I am not. Every year I tell myself not to wait until the last minute to buy gifts and every year I do. Oh well, I guess that's the nature of the season.

I also completely forgot a regular camera yesterday so this blurry iPhone outfit photo will have to do. I wish I had the rest of the week off to get caught up. I am just counting down the days...

Houston Fashion Week

Last night the hubs and I went to the first show of Houston Fashion week with a couple friends. This was the same event we attended last year. The collections we saw this year were much less inspiring and for some reasons I just couldn't get any good pictures so I gave up.


all items remix'd
dress: Banana
shoes: Tory Burch
necklace, bangles: various, gift'd
belt: H&M

I did wear what I think are some fabulous shoes.

Thanks!

I am feeling much better about my whole blogging thing thanks to everyone's kind comments over the last 2 posts. Writing here should be fun and not a chore so I will treat it as such!


all items remix'd
top: Ann Taylor
pants: Gap
shoes: Charles David
earrings:
bracelets: Tiffany's, Banana, various, all gift'd

This is the kind of outfit I reach for when I haven't planned anything to wear after a trip and I want to be comfortable.


I fell in love with this top after seeing it on Chloe when it came out. I loved it so much that I bought it in 2 different colors. These days I am not as inclined to buy multiples as I find I wear one more than the other. I do wish Gap would make more of these style pants a la J.Crew because they fit so well.


A close up of my bracelets. I found the two gold chains in the depths of my jewelery box...I don't remember when I aquired them, but I am pretty sure they are gifts from my grandma. I inherited my love all things pretty from her.


As you can see, I do love this top. It really adds a little something something to an outfit, don't you think?

Pass the pink please

all item remix'd
top: Anthro
pants: Express
shoes: 9West
earrings: gift'd
necklace: Collingnon Designs
bracelets: Banana, Calypso for Target

Is it weird that I actually own 3 different types of pink pants? These are the only pair that are really work appropriate but I just realized this fact. I guess if you know me, it's not really that weird.


These pants have been with me for 6+ years. They are still in great condition and, thankfully, still fit well.


I bought them in '05 and wore them to a couple rehearsal dinners that summer, so they have a lot of good memories associated with them. I think I didn't wear them for a few years after but I am so glad I kept them. I guess building a lifelong wardrobe will include different types of staples for different people; mine will always have some pink pants!

It's quiet around here.

The hubs and I are early birds - he likes to run before the humidity gets worse and I like to practice yoga in the morning. We may sleep in until 6:30-7 AM on the weekends, especially if I am not working, but that makes going out with friends and staying up late harder. I am definitely more productive in the mornings but not so much if my head aches from too much wine! Needless to say this sometimes makes us feel like we are old because we are not out partying like we used to, but I, for one, can live with that.


top: Leann Marshall for Bluefly, remix'd
shorts: J. Crew
shoes: Pierre Hardy for Gap, remix'd
sunnies: Dsquared, remix'd
earrings: gift'd&remix'd
necklace: Collingnon Designs,gift'd&remix'd
bracelets: Calypso for Target, Banana, remix'd

I wore this on Thursday for Project Runway night. I thought it would be fitting to wear something made by a PR winner. Leann was one of my favorites -I loved her final collection.

I am looking forward to another relaxing day. Funny how time goes by so fast when you are doing a whole lotta nothin'!

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I guess asking a group of like-minded ladies if I should buy an item of clothing is like asking a sweet tooth who is trying to lose weight if they want another tiny piece of dessert. It probably won't hurt, but do they really need it ;)? The dress is sold out online and if I make it back to our local Anthro any time soon I may buy it, but my heart won't be broken if they are out as well. I'm sure I will find another dress at some point in my life!


all items remix'd
top: J.Crew
skirt: Ann Taylor
shoes: J. Crew
sunnies: Dsquared
belt: Banana
earrings&cuff: gift'd
bag: LV, gift'd

I had a difficult yoga practice yesterday morning. Doing all the dropbacks and backbending is really taking a toll on my back...even doing up-dogs in my sun salutations were difficult. I am hoping taking it a bit easier yesterday will help this morning. Two steps forward, one step back!