life in pictures: the Persian new year!

Hey, Loves!

In my last post I mentioned that my parents were visiting.  What I didn't mention was that this week is also the Persian new year!  The Persian new year (called "Norouz") takes place on the turn of the Spring Equinox and usually falls on March 20th or 21st.  It's a wonderful 13 day celebration filled with family, food, dancing, and lots of eating!  

Every year we go to a Norouz party in the area and celebrate.  This year our celebration was taken to a new level since my parents were here.  Party people in the house--I'm telling you! ;)  

So, to everyone celebrating Norouz, happy new year!  

And to everyone else, happy Spring!

 Dress: Cache'

Pumps: Prabal Gurung for Target Nolita Print Pump

    

work wear & casual wear, lately!

Hey, Loves!

I have just a quick second to post, as my lovely parents are visiting from LA.  Just wanted to share what I've been wearing lately.  Hope you're having a great week! <3

F21 Gingham Print Shirt,  Sweater via Target (in black), khaki jeans via Target, F21 riding boots, bubble necklace via eBay, NY&Co watch, Louis Vuitton Speedy bag

H&M button-up (in light blue), Old Navy argyle sweater, Target pants, Etienne Aigner Chip riding boots (in Banana Bread), NY&Co watch 

F21 polka dot blouse, F21 red skinny jeans, Target Mossimo Ona flat (in blush), gifted necklace 

F21 plaid button-up, F21 Classic Denim Skinny Jeans, F21 military jacket, Etienne Aigner Chip riding boots (in Banana Bread), Target Bead Bib Short Necklace (in crystal), Pandora/pearl/other bracelets (various)

F21 plaid button-up, F21 Classic Denim Skinny Jeans, F21 military jacket, Etienne Aigner Chip riding boots (in Banana Bread), Target Bead Bib Short Necklace (in crystal), Pandora/pearl/other bracelets (various)

F21 Boxy Polka Dot Shirt (in cream/black), F21 cardi (in mint green), Target Mossimo Ankle Stretch Pant (in royal blue), Target Bead Bib Short Necklace (in crystal), Target Mossimo Vivian Pump (in blush), Pandora/pearl/other bracelet (various)

F21 Boxy Polka Dot Shirt (in cream/black), F21 cardi (in mint green), Target Mossimo Ankle Stretch Pant (in royal blue), Target Bead Bib Short Necklace (in crystal), Target Mossimo Vivian Pump (in blush), Pandora/pearl/other bracelets (various)

Express button-up (in light pink), Banana Republic sweater (in burnt brown),Banana Republic outlet Martin Wool Trousers (in dark khaki), Nine West Jobst pumps (in cognac), LOFT outlet necklace 

Express button-up (in light pink), Candie's via Kohl's tweed jacket, The Limited Exact Stretch Skinny Pants (in black), Etienne Aigner Chip riding boots (in banana bread), F21 pearl necklace 

F21 Gingham Print Shirt, Etienne Aigner Chip riding boots (in banana bread), JCrew Factory corduroy pencil skirt (in moss green), F21 necklace, NY&Co watch, H&M belt

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Stella & Dot Giveaway!!

Hey there, gorgeous gals!  Are you impatiently waiting for Spring to roll around as much as I am?

Would this fabulous Stella & Dot Renegade Cluster Bracelet giveaway, courtesy of the lovely Erika, get you in the mood for Spring?!

If so, enter my Stella & Dot giveaway!

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I will announce the giveaway Winner by this Sunday, March 17th.

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5 basic shoes & how to wear them.

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Every once in a while I find a fantastic infographic on Pinterest.  I know it's fantastic when I read down the list and nod my head in agreement to 90% of what's on it.

So, my gorgeous readers, I bestow upon you this monster of a shoe infographic from the fabulous blogger at The New Professional.  So, check out her site and then use the hell out of this graphic.  

Happy Sunday!

jackets galore!

I keep telling myself that Spring is only 2 weeks away.  But, in reality, this is that time of year when it feels like it will never be warmer than 30 degrees and that there will be snow on the ground for all of eternity.

So, in short, I've been wearing jackets.  

Because it's cold. And because I'm desperately sick of wearing sweaters.

Spring, please come soon.

F21 leopard dolman top, Express pencil skirt, F21 Studded Tweed Jacket (in cream/gold), tall suede boots via DSW, F21 necklace

F21 small polka dot blouse, MNG by Mango via JCP blazer, Target Mossimo Ankle Stretch Pant (in royal blue), necklace via Cake's Boutique  

Apt 9 via Kohl's shell, H&M peplum jacket, Zara pencil skirt, Jessica Simpson pumps, LOFT outlet necklace

Express button-up, houndstooth v-neck cardi via Target, MNG by Mango via JCP blazer, The Limited Exact Stretch Skinny Pant, Elle via Kohl's boots, F21 necklace 

1 skirt, 2 looks!

Do you ever have those days when you wake up and stare at your closet (for what seems like forever), and still come out without a descent thing to wear? 

So, what's a girl to do?

Pick out an old reliable, and switch it up a little!

...

-Instead of tucking a shirt in, wear a similar shirt and leave it untucked.

-Stick to a color family that you know works, and switch up the pieces.

-Wear a necklace over the shirt, instead of under.

...

Express button-up, LOFT outlet sweater, Express pencil skirt, Jessica Simpson pumps, F21 necklace, Tissot watch

F21 Boxy Polka Dot Shirt (in black/cream), F21 Contrast Round Neck Sweater (in black/cream), Express pencil skirt, Jessica Simpson pumps, F21 necklace

There are so many ways to wear the same pieces differently.  Just have fun and don't be afraid to mix it up!