Sunnies and Spikes

I'm really not ready for summer to be over. Especially when it means I can still wear dresses like this.

While I told myself I would stop buying summer clothes a couple of weeks ago, I managed to sneak one more dress into my closet for August. I picked this floral number up from Urban Outfitters in Westfield, NJ after a blogger reunion with one of my favorite people, Amanda of FashionbleeMe, last weekend during her trip to NJ! So glad I get to a.) not only catch up with her whenever she visits. but b.) call her my friend. 

What I Wore:

Floral Print Sabrina Shirt Dress - Urban Outfitters / Ghillie Wedge - c/o Charlotte Russe / Peek-A-Boo Sparkle Cuff - c/o Sorrelli / Spiked Chain Friendship Bracelet, Part of the Ettika x House Of Jeffers stack - c/o Ettika / Spiked Purple Bangle - BaubleBar / Nameplace ring - Etsy.com / Lady Luck Sunglasses - Lulus.com

I love the cut of this shirt dress so much, I might go back and buy it in pink! 

Beyond The Blog: Honda Civic Tour Maroon 5 at PNC Bank Center

Obviously, I don't need to tell you what I did this week. The picture above says it all.

As you know, my love for Adam Levine and Maroon 5 is borderline obsessive. You've seen my rants on the beautiful creature that is Adam Levine... so you can imagine what I'm like when I actually get to see the band in concert.

Granted, I'm a grown adult, and know how to control myself when it comes to hot dudes in bands... But on Sunday, I indulged myself in a little screaming, "Oh my God"-ing, and plenty of "woooos" at the Honda Civic Tour at PNC Bank Center... all in the name of hotness that is Adam Levine. 

Kelly Clarkson is also on the tour. I'll admit - I wouldn't consider myself to be a Kelly Clarkson fan. But homegirl can sing. She absolutely KILLED it, and well, I'm converted.

Around 9:30, Maroon 5 took the stage, and well... You can guess how I felt about that. This year, my seats weren't as up-close-and-personal as when I saw Maroon 5 two years ago (I had third row seats). However biased I am of how sickingly hot Adam Levine is, Maroon 5 puts on a damn good show. Totally on point. Completely fun and of course... Adam Levine's tats, sweat and five o'clock shadow doesn't hurt.

This is as close as I got... with my camera. Next time, I'm dropping the dosh and getting better seats.

Regardless, my weekend was made!

Marshalls Project Fab: A Definite Shoe In

On Monday, you heard the good news about my participation in Marshalls' Project Fab. I am thrilled to be among the many bloggers who applied and were chosen! Today, I bring you just a small taste of some of the #fabfound goodies I purchased courtesy of a $100 gift card given to me! 

Accepting the challenge, I headed to my local Marshalls in Clark, New Jersey on the hunt for designer duds. I'm pretty sure I heard angels sing when I entered the store... 

The first stop - the shoe department. Since summer is winding down, I was on the hunt for a pair of shoes that I can still wear now, and into the fall weather. #FabFound 1: These soft green Franco Sarto Henna heels, which were $22! I loved the color, and even better - the rubber sole. This is only the second pair of proper heels that I own, and as someone who normally doesn't wear pointed heels, the price point was perfect for someone just easing into new shoe territory.

What I Wore:

Madewell Linen V-Neck Tee in Triangle Print / Forever 21 Floral Print Skirt / Urban Expressions Le Petit Bag - South Moon Under / Franco Sarto Henna Heels - c/o Marshalls / The 2 Bandits Naja Cuff / Henri Bendel Faux Snakeskin and Swarovski Crystal Wrap Bracelet / Crown Ring - Etsy

And does the outlook look familiar? I wore it during my trip to Marshalls, and had planned on taking outfit photos on Sunday... but hadn't planned on finding a pair of shoes that matched this outfit. So, a change of shoes later - this is the complete look!

This is just one item out of the four I've purchased... so far! Stay tuned for more Project Fab posts featuring my Marshalls finds.

“Disclosure: I have received free products or value from Marshalls or The TJX Companies, Inc. in connection with my affiliation with Marshalls Project FAB.” 

The #FabFound Life

As you can see from the grin on my face, I had a great weekend! The weather was amazing, it was my parent's anniversary, and Mike and I had the chance to enjoy the beautiful summer weather... Much needed after a hectic week.

But part of my giddiness for the weekend can be attributed to Marshalls! You might have seen it on the House Of Jeffers Twitter feed, but I was chosen to be a participant in Marshall's Project Fab! I applied via Facebook and received the wonderful news last week!

I'm so excited to be a part of Project Fab because I have found some of my favorite wardrobe pieces at Marshalls! And as you can see from the shopping bag, I came home with my own #fabfound!

Check back on Wednesday to see what I bought!   

An Ode To Skinny Jeans

Skinny jeans, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways.

You never fail to please with your "pants looking like they were painted on" appearance. And regardless of the season, you continue to prove why investing in you for the sake of my shoes makes total sense. Yes, without you, skinny jeans, I'd be a lonely hipster roaming the streets naked.

Hey, remember that time I bought all those peplum tops, looked in the mirror and said, "This is it"? Oh, you've outdone yourself lately, tightest of jeans, as no matter what curve I throw at you... from billowy blouses, to secretary style tops with bows, and as of late, crop tops, you come through with the clutch... No really, even my clutches look posh against your slim and sleek stature.

So with this, I end by saying, skinny jeans, I don't understand why you're not in every woman's closet. You accentuate the positive on all kind of body types; big and tall, petite and small. I'll forever wear you, oh Yoda of denim, and never trade you in for mom jeans.