Apartment Hunting

I am officially blogging!!! My first blog posting ever =) I am super excited to be doing this. If anyone is familiar with the DC housing/rental market, they can understand my pain in trying to find temporary housing in this economy that doesn't cost greater than $1500/month in rent. I digress, this is a fashion blog after all. I decided to check out this Embassy Row House apartment wearing this outfit. Thoughts on the outfit?

Pants - Florence + Fred; Green blouse - Banana Republic; Suede Grey Jacket - Guess; Grey patent pumps - BCBG; Accessories: Emerald Green earrings and ring - Ann Taylor

It's Coming.....

So after weeks of throwing subtle hints, I have FINALLY coerced my homie to add her contributions to StyleSearch. YAAYY!!! Since my undergrad days she has tried to get me out of my jeans and tees and find my inner girlie diva. LOL Believe it or not, she now CLAIMS that she can't dress herself of find anything to wear, but I'm not buying it!

Keep an eye out for her contributions....

Spring Has Sprung

The weather here is in ATL is gorgeous. I'm loving the warm temperatures, light breeze and all of the sunshine! I was in a springy mood and decided to dress accordingly. I had on a purple cardigan in the office as it was a little chilly and my coworker called me to the effect of "easter bunny surprise". We all got a good laugh at my expense but nothing was shaking my mood today.

Pink pencil skirt - Newport News; White blouse - Guess, Grey tank - Express; Black patent MJs - Kate Spade

BCBG to the Rescue

After my extended delay at the airport last night, I was in no mood to do anything other eat and go to sleep. It was no surprise that I totally overslept and late for a marketing event at work. Thankfully I just picked this dress up from the the tailor and it was still draped across the foot of my bed.


I didn't really give it much thought, just threw on some shoes and a jacket. I swear I showered, got dressed, did hair and makeup in 20 minutes this morning and you can't really tell, right? LOL! Maybe I'll try it with some different shoes and my boyfriend jacket next time and see how it looks.

Multi dress - BCBGMaxAzria; Jacket - Sisley; Pearl patent pumps - Guess

Puerto Rico!!!

Well I'm back in San Juan again. Not sure how I actually made it. I got in from a get together around 2:30am and crashed til 5am and some how managed to throw some things in a bag and drive in the pouring rain in just enough time to make my flight. Next thing I know, I'm sitting in the lobby of the Caribe Hilton, drink in hand waiting on my room to be finished.

After a power nap, lunch and another nap, I headed out to show San Juan my dance skills. In my sleep packing this morning, I somehow forgot to pack my giraffe print shoes and instead packed the ones from last night. Eh, it's OK. I think it still worked out. I had a good time at the Courtyard Marriott salsa party although I only danced once. Puerto Ricans are such awesome and passionate dancers! :-)

Black skinny jeans - Wet Seal; Black tank - Express; Green Top - ??; Black Patent Peep Toe Pumps - Guess

I actually recylced my black and green outfit from last week so I won't bother posting it, but here is what I wore to teach my class on Tuesday. Basic black and white with a little purple for a drop of excitement.

Black trousers - Club Monaco; Purple Top - Express; Black and White Jacket - ??; Black Patent Mary Janes - Kate Spade

Today I threw on jeans instead of work attire. I was only at the office for 10 minutes and headed over to the airport to find out no earlier flights were available and my flight is delayed over an hour. Oh JOY!! I honestly don't mind being in PR longer, but I'm gonna miss Top Model :-( Oh well, looks like I'll be watching it on Youtube tomorrow night!

It's the WEEKEND Babay!!!

And I'm the lame-o posting pictures on my blog. LOL It's actually kinda chilly and rainy here in ATL, so I ran a few errands and have been hiding in the warmth of my condo -- fuzzy socks and all. :-)

I'm so proud that I created my outfit for tonight from what I wore earlier to run errands. Let me know what you think.

Day....

Grey skinny Jeans - Wet Seal; Grey T-shirt - Wet Seal; Purple Cardigan - Forever 21; Black Patent Peep Toe Pumps - Guess

Evening...

Grey skinny Jeans - Wet Seal; Blue sleeveless blouse- Ann Taylor; Mustard Clutch - Banana Republic; Black Patent Peep Toe Pumps - Guess

Enjoy the weekend!!

Dress Week, Day #5: Coming to a Close

Well I didn't quite make it out of the home office today which means I certainly didn't make it into a dress or skirt. But hey 3 out of 5 ain't half bad! That's the best I've done in probably years.

I'm super excited about some great news over the past 2 weeks and will be celebrating this weekend. It's been a while since I've gone out, so I'm excited to get dressed up for a night on the town especially since the weather is warm here in ATL. I've already started thinking about what I can wear Saturday for dinner and dancing (maybe a dress/skirt creation)!! Sunday I'm heading back to Puerto Rico for a few days of work (and a little fun in the sun!!). My friend is taking me out for a salsa celebration Sunday so I'll definitely have to find something caliente. LOL that was so corny.

I almost forgot I ordered some things from Forever 21 with my store credit and they arrived today! I would post pics but seems like the items aren't online any more (Yellow linen skirt, grey cardigan, purple cardigan). My mom is also mailing me her Member's Only jacket from back in the day!! YAY!! Free and vintage!

Well enjoy the weekend folks!!

Dress Week, Day #4: On Hiatus

I decided to work from home, so no dress/skirt for me today. I'll be back at it tomorrow. I'm so proud of myself for going three days strong this week. I do need to step the posing and picture game up. If people actually read my blog, I'd do more pics of accessories and shoes and stuff.

And just a disclaimer in case you were wondering...

I don't wear the same black Express tank everyday. LOL I bought a grip of em on sale during the After Thanksgiving sales. Man they come in handy. Same goes for the Express Cropped Sweaters and Banana Republic pieces. It's just so easy to throw on with anything when I'm at a loss on what to wear. :-)

Almost forgot to mention that I can cross one item off my wish list. I bought a denim jacket from Nordstrom and it arrived yesterday. It was 50% off so I had to snag it. It's my first purchase from the junior department in ages, but it works. I think I may wear it tomorrow with my last dress for the week.

I also copped this trench from Old Navy a few weeks ago. I love it. I can wear it with whatever, whenever. It really does brighten up my day and make me feel oh so bright, warm and sunshiny inside even on the the gloomiest of days.

Well, until next time....

Dress Week, Day #3: Boring Brown

Plaid skirt (brown, green, cream) - United Colors of Benneton; Orange sleeveless shirt - Banana Republic; Cream sweater - Club Monaco; Dark brown pumps - Nine West

I don't really like this outfit, but I was only at work for half a day and nothing special was going on, so it worked. I think I need a slimmer belt. My mommy made the necklace for me. I know you can't see it, but it's a brown tiger striped stone as the center piece surrounded by smaller earth tone pieces.

Dress Week, Day #2: Going Green

Black skirt - Sisley; Black tank - Express; Green cropped sweater - Express; Black peep toe pump - Tribeca by Kenneth Cole

I woke up EARLY this morning to get my hair done and just threw on a black tank, black skinny jeans and flip flops. It was a tad breezy so I just grabbed the sweater and ran out the door. Well my hair dresser was behind schedule, so when I got home, I made a quick wardrobe change into the skirt and pumps, added the belt and faux pearls and I was off to work.

I got these little peep toes from Nordstrom last year. They are black with a little bow on top and have multi colored embroidery of butterflies, flowers etc. Needless to say all my friends call granny shoes and the only people to complement me on them have been in the 50+ crowd. LOL But I don't care. I think they are cute and they were hella cheap! They will look cute with the lemon yellow skirt I ordered last week too!

Dress Week, Day #1: G.I. Jane

So I decided to make this a week of dresses and skirts. Trying to stay away from the ease and comfort of my pants. I;m shopping my closet and trying to pull out some things that haven't seen the light of day in a while. Surprisingly it's a lot of fun!

So for today, I pulled out my DVF wrap dress. My ex HATED this dress. He thought it was too busy. Lol. Maybe it is, but I love it. What do you think? It fit without alterations (size 2), feels great on my skin (100% silk) AND has hip pockets!!! Loves it! I thought about wearing my black patent mary janes, but found my green patent pumps hiding in the back of my closet begging to be set free. Lol

I'm not sure why it's so blurry, but I guess it's a good thing, b/c this was a horrible hair day. It was a big fuzzy mess!

Green multi wrap dress - DVF; Black cropped sweater and black tank - Express; Dark green patent pumps - Charles David

What I Wore: Puerto Rico, Work Day #2

My second day at work was just as gloomy as the ones before, but I was all bright and sun shiny inside! My Puerto Rican friends urged me to not straighten my hair and just wear it natural. Since it was raining on and off and the humidity there ruins my handiwork with the flat iron I agreed and here are the results. Don't think I'll be trying that again without my styling products.

Not really loving this outfit, but it will work I guess. I didn't overpack with a lot of options so I had to wear it. Wish I would have work stockings even though it was hot as all get out.

Black pencil skirt - Bebe; Black patent mary janes - Kate Spade; Red and white striped button up - Express; Black tank - express

What I Wore: Puerto Rico, Work Day #1

So this is what I wore the first work day in San Juan. And this was AFTER I flat ironed my hair. :-( Horrible I know, but the best I could do given the humidity and rain. I liked this outfit except the shoes. I was packing light so I had no choice but to make it work. Next time I will go for something a little darker.

Tan pants - Club Monaco; floral wrap shirt - Banana Republic (thrifted); Purple tank - Express; Beige patent pumps - Guess

Terrific Tuesday

So it looks like I'll be working with clients for the rest of the week, so I will have a little activity on the blog. I know you blog trolls have missed me. (Man I'm so lame, I know! LOL) Here's today's fit. I have had this dress for a while, but finally got it shortened so I don't look like grandma!! Got the belt shortened too! Man it sucks being little (sometimes)!

It was FREEZING this morning, but by lunch time, almost 30 degrees warmer. I tell you this Atlanta weather is driving me crazy!! Well I hope you enjoy. Not sure why the pics are so blurry.


These shoes have been in my closet since I started my job almost three years ago. I think they are the cutest, but man do they hurt. Might have to sell these to the highest bidder with a smaller foot. Anyone wear a size 7?

Charcoal dress - United Colors of Benetton; black and white striped shirt - Express; black tights - nine west, red patent pumps - Carlos Santana; newsboy hat - Nine West