Who doesn’t love a good charity event !?! This do-gooder event was extra special for me as it was the first time that I ever set foot into the famous Versace Mansion. I vividly recall longing to enter years ago on my first adult visit to Miami Beach. This was years before the mansion was … Read more
Mint green is quickly become my fave spring color. I was able to work these mint capris from h&m into my work wardrobe with a black short sleeve top from Target, tweed jacket from the Talbots outlet, and these point toed purple leather kitten pumps from Steve Madden. The purple shoes and the cropped mint … Read more
Mad Men is finally returning! After waiting impatiently for the last year and a half, the world finally gets to see the lovably real style icons in action. It’s not just about the fashion for me. The writing is truly impeccable and utterly compelling. Since Mad Men seems to be finally boosting their ad budget, I suspect … Read more
Wearing: Camo Shirt from Bealls (found similar dress here) Blue Faux Leather Jacket from Bealls as well (similar real leather one here) Modified Jewelmint Screen Siren Earrings (check out modification here) Gun Metal Lock Necklace (similar here) Shoemint Jolly Leopard Booties (similar here) Red Escada Aviator Sunglasses (similar here) Diesel Boot Cut Jeans in Light Blue Orange Moschino … Read more
Kate Middleton has taught us that you can be trendy and preppy at the same time. It seems like a contradiction in terms, but if you take a page from Princess Kate’s play book you will see that it can be done effortlessly. Here, two trends are represented in a very subtle way. The … Read more
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
Outfit Inspiration Hawaiian Garb by aprilgolightly featuring sleeveless tops When are we leaving for the tropics? Don’t bother forking out the money for a plane ticket this year, just check out the spring 2012 ready to wear runway collections and you will be transported to paradise. Stella McCartney’s palm tree tops make me want to break … Read more
Be Happy, Wear Yellow!
Do you steer clear of all things yellow? Don’t let the brightness blind you to the health benefits of yellow this spring. Yellow is one of those colors that brightens your day. Turns out, it is not about just looking amazing, according to psychologists, the color yellow has a dramatic effect of energizing you with happiness. If you are having a bad week, break out some yellow and turn your frown upside down.
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
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
Superbowl 2012 Patriots Outfits by aprilgolightly featuring a red leather satchel Superbowl 2012 Outfit Giants by aprilgolightly featuring oversized tote bags red jeans
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
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
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
Even though I was not feeling well, I managed to muster up the energy to hit Boca Town Center on Monday. I nearly cleared out J.Crew of all their sale items. One of my favorite finds were these hidden heel spectator flats. The toe and heel have black glitter and the cream leather is very soft. Also, added bonus for … Read more
As I was packing for my trip to Barcelona, I threw together a few fall outfits that are work really well together. I did not get to wear them all on my trip, but they are now in my fall rotation. Here, I am wearing my tan motorcycle boots by MIA. The purple jeans are from Gloria Vanderbilt. My mom bought … Read more
Today I am trying out some color blocking using analogous colors: green and blue. They sit next to each other on the color wheel and match really well. I am wearing Nine West tan boots over Volcom Teal Cords. My cable knit sweater is from Banana Republic. I am wearing the Pomander necklace from Jewelmint. To … Read more
Today we headed up to Monserrat. It is a little colder than Barcelona so I decided to do some serious layering. I am wearing purple jeans with a white stretch long sleeve scoop-neck shirt. Layered over the white shirt is a button down dark denim from Banana Republic. For the cold moments, I added a … Read more
