Rich & Skinny Cargo Legging Jean

Rich & Skinny Cargo Legging Jean $172. It’s been a long time since I really looked at jeans, mainly because I can’t fit into my old jeans *sniff sniff* yet, so it kinda frustrates me when I go jean shopping and the styles that used to look good on me don’t. Well, this Rich & Skinny Cargo Legging Jean is the ultimate skinny jean. I suspect that they are not going look good on everybody, especially the pockets on the thigh are not going to be forgiving, but damn they look good in the picture. The dark wash with the vertical tints make the legs look even longer. These look absolutely sexy.

Meghan Fabulous Vail Dress

Meghan Fabulous Vail Dress $216 $108.00. Beautiful printed silk dress for day or night.

Pretty floral

There are so many floral prints out there, some are very pretty and some look like drapes or my grandma`s couch. This Crinkle Ponder Dress ($39.99) from Pink Ice is one of the prettiest floral dresses I`ve seen. The color palette is very soft. I don`t like loud floral prints. And the details on this dresses are incredible. The stitched designs around the neck line with the buttons look very unexpected and playful. It`s an adorable piece for summer days .

Oxford

I want to join the cool kids and get a pair of oxfords, preferably with unexpected detailing such as mesh, studs, lace, etc. They are`t about flattering your legs. They are more for showcasing one`s sense of style and confidence.

Charlie My Love Nico Woven Oxford Flats $264

Candela Mesh Stud Oxford in Bone $242

Candela Lace Oxford in Black $217

Boutique 9 Ronnie Jazz Oxford Flats $130

Jeffrey Campbell UNIFORM $109.95

Jeffrey Campbell Macho in Nude $102

d.co Brazil in Fuchsia $78

Bass Women's Enfield $69

Vans SOPHIE $54.95

Nina REMIND ME SS $69.95 $29.95

Bangle sets

I love bangle sets, the more the better. They just add an instant look of sophistication.

Alex and Ani Flaunt Expandable Wire Bangle Set $598

Alex and Ani Lustre Bead 21 Expandable Wire Bangles Set $348

Alex and Ani Jet Luxe Expandable Wire Bangle Set $168

Alex and Ani Hippie Chic Expandable Wire Bangle Set in Multi $168

Alex and Ani Silver Jordan Beaded Expandable Wire Bangles $158

Lee Angel Ribbon detail bangle set $145

Marc By Marc Jacobs Tie Pump in Pink Patent

Marc By Marc Jacobs Tie Pump in Pink Patent $350. M by MJ shoes are just so darn cute. I want a pair of pink heels for spring so badly, just like these. Aren`t these barbie!

Even bigger big necklaces

Bib necklaces are big to begin with, and they seem to be getting bigger and bigger. Some of them are pretty crazy, it’s as if they are a piece of clothing all onto themselves. We might start seeing girls in night clubs wearing bib necklaces sans tops. I kid.

Fallon Jewelry Cairo Bib Necklace $310. This antiqued brass bib necklace features blue glass beads. Gold-plated dagger charms.

DANNIJO Kalbarri Necklace $545. This oxidized silver-plated chain necklace features assorted vintage glass beads at the chain-mail bib.

DANNIJO Ismene Necklace $695. This oxidized silver-plated bib necklace features black Swarovski crystals at the draped crystal and chain bib.

Alice + Olivia Circle Chain Necklace $198

Adia Kibur Crystal & Chiffon Flower Necklace $118. This bib necklace features crystals, frayed chiffon rosettes, and chiffon bows.

Lizzie Fortunato Jewels The Sun Also Rises Necklace $430. This bib necklace features distressed gold-plated petals and canvas backing at the tulle panel.

Haute Hippie Blue Diamond Necklace $375. Befitting an empress, this charmeuse bib necklace features beads and assorted faceted crystals.

And this bib necklace is taking itself way too literally. It IS a bib! It does not look fabulous and sophisticated.
Haute Hippie The Bib Necklace $475

Nu Skin ageLOC™ Future Serum

I’m an anti-aging skincare fiend. If you say it’s anti-aging, I want to try it. Recently I got this sample of Nu Skin ageLOC™ Future Serum to test.

According to Nu Skin, this powerful, clinically tested anti-aging treatment product preserves the look of youth and reduces the appearance of aging in eight key ways:

1. Youthful skin structure: patent-pending ingredient technology stimulates collagen production three times greater than normal and provides a 60 percent decrease in harmful MMP production
2. Smooth skin texture: contains ingredients proven to stimulate youthful cell renewal for noticeably smoother and softer skin
3. Even skin tone: reduces the appearance of blotchy, dull and uneven skin
4. Reduced appearance of lines and wrinkles: a powerful anti-aging blend reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for more visually youthful skin
5. Radiant skin: includes skin brightening technology
6. Reduced appearance of pore size: reduces the appearance of pore size through youthful cell turnover
7. Reduced skin discoloration: skin brightening technology interrupts unwanted melanin production in the skin for a reduction in spots of discoloration
8. Hydrated skin: increases hydration by stimulating hyaluronic acid production, a moisturizing compound found naturally in the skin

It promises to show results in seven days. So I used it for a week and I was pleasantly surprised. First I really like the texture of this serum. It is rich but not sticky or thick, it truly goes on smooth like putting on a veil of silk. In the morning my skin feels very soft and supple and I actually have rosy cheeks! The pores do seem smaller which was unbelievable to me. The discoloration (my pregnancy freckles) is still there (I’m also using my Paula’s Choice skin lightening lotion I talked about in a previous post to remedy this problem), I know it’ll take a long time to see any visible results. And as for any wrinkles, I don’t have any yet (knock on wood) so I can’t say if this is effective against getting rid of wrinkles. All in all, this is a fantastic serum that has improved the texture of my skin and given a nice healthy glow.

The ageLOC™ Future Serum is pricey at $157.00 for a 30-day supply. If you want to splurge and treat yourself, visit www.nuskin.com.

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Smocked Open Front Cover Up $22 $16.50

Floral Applique Tube Dress $38 $28.50

Belted Satin Floral Tube Dress $36 $27

Satin Pick-Up Tube Dress $34 $25.50

Striped Linen Skirt $22 $16.50

Gold Filigree Flower Cuff $4 $3

Silver Cut-Out Flower Ring $4 $3

Another wacky eBay buy

My guy is always amazed at how the heck I find all these strange things on eBay. This is my latest wacky beauty gadget. This one is a face slimming contouring shaping contraption that you wear when you sleep that supposedly lifts your cheeks and keeps your jawline nice and tight. I don’t understand Japanese, but I think that’s the gist of it.  Who knows if this really works, I might give up after a week. But for $20, what the hell, lol.

It’s shorts time!

Today I finally put on a pair of old Gap’s Bermuda shorts for the first time in over a year. Made me very excited about summer. Methinks I should go to Gap and get a few more pairs.

Gap Railroad striped Bermuda shorts $39.50 $27.65

Gap Linen Bermuda shorts $44.50 $31.15

Gap Bermuda shorts $39.50 $27.65

Calvin Klein Sleeveless Brocade Dress

Can you have too many LBDs? I don’t think so. They are just perfect for any occasions. This Calvin Klein – Sleeveless Brocade Dress (Black) ($148 $59.20) is one of those timeless LBDs that can stay in your closet for a long time because of its feminine shape and high quality fabric. It’s got a bit of metallic for a hint of glamour, but it’s not shiny. The fitted waist and pleats create such pretty curves. And I like that the straps are wide not skinny, which are much more flattering on most people.

Deal Alert – Calvin Klein Preeti flats

Calvin Klein – Preeti $89 on sale for $35.60!! These leather flats look so light and comfy, they are the perfect summer everyday flats. Both the Cream/Brown Snake and Ocean Snake colors are cute.

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Rebecca Minkoff Easy Rider Leather Hobo $635 $508. I need this gorgeous Rebecca Minkoff in my closet. The white leather is so pretty. The hardware adds a nice touch, but is not overwhelming like many other bags we’ve seen. I’m not into bags covered in studs or zippers. And I love the cute birdy lining, so cute.

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