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Why wait for spring to start wearing Prada’s new spring colors? Prada’s spring ready to wear collection featured looks inspired by the 1950s. The kitschy car details were adorable, but unfortunately cannot be incorporated into everyday wear. The take-away from this collection were the Prada colors of red and the muted baby blue. The colors in and … Read more
Why are your nails so boring? These days finger nails are very important accessory that need to be factored into your outfit. Here, I am sporting neon pink Milani polish under Milani pink glitter nails with a camo top from the juniors section at Bealls. Layering polishes is a way to wear glitter and neon … Read more
Oscars in the Park by aprilgolightly featuring green scarves Palm Beach International Film Festival is hosting an Oscar watch party in the park at the Mizner Park Amphitheater. The dress code requests oscar gowns, but that seems crazy for sitting in the grass. Instead why not try a maxi dress and wedges. Don’t forget … Read more
Don’t let the silence stop you from seeing The Artist as it definitely will not stop the film from winning Oscars this upcoming weekend. The movie was amazing! I laughed almost as much as I cried. The wardrobe was fantastic and a true portrayal of the way women dressed in the late 1920s. … Read more
Wearing: Button Down Shirt Dress by Theory (similar here) Windbreaker/Rain Jacket from J.Crew (similar here) Jewelmint Spellbound Earrings Escada Red Aviators purchased on Ideeli (similar here) Revlon Color Stay Nail Polish Black Skinny Belt (similar here) Wedge Sandals from Bealls (similar here) I was so excited when I saw shirt dresses were all over the … Read more
I am trying to wear more flats to “save my feet.” I love heels, but sometime a girl just needs to wear flats. I was never that girl until recently when my fiance started giving me flack for complaining about my feet. Now if I know I am going to be walking a ton, I … Read more
Wearing: Madewell Polka dot Sweater (similar here) Navy Skirt (similar here) Ivanka Trump Nude Pumps purchased on Ruelala (similar here) Brooks Brothers White Shirt Jewelmint Earrings Monet Necklace (somewhat similar here) Monet Pearl Bracelet (similar here) polka dot tops
Sunday brunch is my favorite meal of the week. I suspect that it is the mix of the good company and mimosas that makes it my fave. The fashion is just a bonus. Mind you, a bonus that I adore. Today, I wore a polka dot dress from Marshalls (similar here) and J. Crew … Read more
Wearing: Indi Custom Jeans (similar non-custom jeans here) MNG Green Top from JCPennys (Similar here) Shoemint Leopard Booties Gold and Gun Metal Necklace from Ann Taylor (similar here) Gold Earrings from Bealls (similar here) Escada Red Sunglasses purchased on Ideeli (similar here) Blue Faux Leather Jacket from Bealls (similar here) I am so impressed by … Read more
DIY Ingredients Pearls Pendant Chain Quilting Needle Jewelry Pliers Jump Ring Step 1 Use the jewelry pliers, take off the clasp from the chain. Remove the pendant. Attach the chain to the quilting needle using the jump ring that was used to attach the clasp to the chain. Use the pliers to crush the … Read more
Wore my necktie bangle and bracelet and the first person I saw commented “Is that the bangle you made?” It was great! Considering how well it came out, I definitely making another one in a different color. With the jean interior, it is comfortable on my wrist and doesn’t slip off. I might be adding … Read more
SHOP THIS LOOK Distressed Denim by Mother Casual Friday by aprilgolightly featuring stackable jewelry
Wear Silver on NYE by aprilgolightly featuring a tweed dress silver cocktail dress
Until I can find work pants that fit, I am finding creative ways to conservatize my colored jeans. None of pants are fitting me anymore! Not that I am complaining! Have I mentioned that I recently lost a ton of weight? The weight loss has really taken a toll on my bottoms wardrobe. Most of … Read more
Polyvore was conducting a contest asking contestants to try something new in 2012. Mainly, they wanted the contestants to step outside their comfort zone. I took the contest as an opportunity to play around with neon yellow. I am big fan of all the other neon colors, but I have never worn neon … Read more
Trying to think outside the box. Why not wear a tux vest to the beach? Tux-Wear to the Beach Style Resolution 2011 by aprilgolightly featuring polka dot pants
White is the most popular color choice for New Year’s Eve in Brazil. If you search google images of Brazil New Years Eve, you will find a plethora of photo showing hundred of people on the beach in white on New Year’s Eve. In the Southern Hemisphere, New Year’s Eve is in the summer. I … Read more
