At the Office

J.Crew fitted dress / J.Crew crystal stud earrings / J.Crew j crew jewelry / Michael Kors water resistant watch / Kate Spade leather bag / Michael Antonio stiletto heels

Outfit of the Week: Mad Men

Dress: Jones New York // Shoes: Guess // Bag: Kate Spade

These are the photos of a time-crunched girl who only has 5 minutes in the morning to take photos, make lunch and eat breakfast. I dream of the day when I don't have to bug my mom to take some photos of me. It'd also be really nice if I could get my DSLR out and spend some time getting some really good shots. But alas, I don't live in a dream world.

Dresses are one of my favorite things to wear because, no matter how fancy they are, they are so, so easy. And this particular dress has a special place in my heart because it accentuates the curves. I mean, va va VOOM. Nothing like a well-fitting dress to give a woman confidence, right?

Inspiration

“If you want to build a ship, don't drum up people together to collect wood and don't assign them tasks and work, but rather teach them to long for the endless immensity of the sea.”

- Antoine de Saint-Exupery

Lazy Sunday

Good morning, lovelies! I just got back from an early morning run and am getting ready to celebrate my dad's birthday with my family. What fun things did you do this weekend?

Some great reads for your lazy day:

"We think we move through the world unseen. But sometimes (just inches away even) is someone who can hold the hard stuff with you. Our vulnerability creates a space for connection. A tender place where others are allowed to step in and offer what they naturally want to give — their comfort, their kindness, their presence." - On thinking we move through the world unseen

How caring for yourself allows you to love others bigger, better and bolder

Isn't 80 year old Rita awesome? I want to wear her sunglasses and strut down a street with confidence.

I'm not petite, but I still enjoy this blog on a daily basis. The blogger shows where to get clothes and alter other fits for petite women. I've literally rushed out and bought items she's featured on here.

"While I could never fully know of course, I think the main reason people judge in this way is because of fear. Fear that they need to cling on to that piece of paper. Or that brand of car. Or that man.  Because without such things they don’t know who they really are." - Let's release, not judge

I'm loving this girl's style. And hers, too.

Just because he's the best guy you've ever been with doesn't mean he's the guy for you (although you should definitely keep seeking out those good guys!).

A dose of cuteness. Seriously. Click this and watch the video. Go. Now!

Date Night

French Connection little black dress / Fantasy Jewelry Box hoop earrings / Miss Selfridge stud earrings / J.Crew j crew jewelry / Alexander Wang bag / Kelsi Dagger nude pumps / Aubin & Wills summer dress, $120

I'm a big fan of a classic wardrobe. A black dress is just so versatile, and every woman needs a good pair of nude pumps! But there's also a flirty side to me, which involves a more colorful and fun-loving dress. So to appease both sides of my style, I've created two looks with the same accessories. It's amazing how much the cut of a dress and a little color can change the whole look!