Bold and Bright-Lipped

Happy Valentine's Day! I'm sorry, but I can't get enough of the holiday. Some people hate it, say it's a commercialized holiday - which, in some ways, it is. But, if that means I get chocolate, can wear more red, and can make a mess with some heart confetti - then I love it!

Typically for V-Day, I'd be decked out in a skirt or dress that reaks of blatantly holiday machismo. But, Mother Nature hates New Jersey this year, and on top of the cold weather, the snow that's been dropped on us is really killing my style vibe. I noticed I've been wearing a lot more black in my outfit posts... Subconsiously, I'm in mourning for the day that I can wear proper tights and frilly skirts.

However, the prism-print dress from Boohoo.com honestly lights up my day. To keep with this love-themed day, I'm finally going to rock my Pixie Market Lips Purse (which was featured in my DIY heart mani post). It was a Christmas gift from my present... Isn't it divine?

Fur Give and Fur Get Coat - c/o LuLu*s / Prism Print Dress - c/o Boohoo 

 Lips Purse - Pixie Market (sold out, but they also carry this red lips clutch!) / Black Tights - H&M / Patent Leather Wedge Boots - Modcloth.com / Green Retro Style Sunglasses - c/o SunglassWarehouse.com / NARS Satin Lip Pencil in YU

Have a fab Valentine's Day!

Show some love, and wear what you love on this most mushy of days!

Girly Girl Inclinations

I hope each and every one of you had a wonderful Christmas, holiday and Happy New Year! After some time off from blogging, I'm feeling rejuvenated. I had time to enjoy spending time with my family, and catching up on some of the things I don't get to do too often due to work, life, etc. But I'm not complaining!

For my first outfit post of 2014, I wanted to share an outfit that represents some of the things that make me feel... happy to be a girly girl.

First, dresses always mean instant girly goodness, and this red skater dress from Boohoo is chock full of twirling goodness. Love the banding on the waist and hem.

Second, I need my sparkle. When it comes to statement necklaces, my thoughts are the bigger, bolder, brighter, the better. Maybe I was Elizabeth Taylor in another life because like her, I can't get enough of jewelry in all forms. 

And lastly, wearing loud prints is an instant mood booster. If the weather is s%^&&#, I try to wear something a little loud, or busy. Plus, I tend to have edgy inclinations towards leather and rocker-inspired pieces. These animal print BCBGeneration booties are a departure from my basic black shoes, and any chance I can mix them with another print, I will.  

Vegan Leather and Ponte Jacket - Blank NYC, purchased at South Moon Under  /  Red and Black Skater Dress - c/o Boohoo.com / Knit Black Leggings - H&M / BCBGeneration Animal Print  Secret B Booties - sold out, but here's a pair just like em / Isla Bonita Jewel Strand Necklace - c/o Prima Donna / Studded Crossbody Bag - Forever 21