Stripes of Sunshine

As of late, I've been on a neon kick.  Neon colors aren't for the faint of heart,  but if used sparingly, it can make for a very fun ensemble.  I'm not one to disappear in the crowd, so the brighter the better.  Naturally, I love wearing neon's with darker colors, so the pairing of the sweater over all black was a no-brainer.  The Pirate suggested I ditch the usual neck-bling garb and sport one of his ties.  How lucky am I to have a dude who loves fashion as much as I do!?  Pretty darn lucky, if you ask me. 

Anyone get any Jason Wu x Target pieces?  I want need the cat print scarf, but it's not available online. Bummin'.

{sweater: ON (buy) | chiffon shirt: AA (buy) | jeans: ON (buy) | tie: Alfani | watch: vintage Citizen | bag: Tahari | sunnies: Rayban}

Valentine cups at Starbucks. So adorbs!

Love, S

No "Aloha"

I'm not a big fan of football, or any other sport for that matter (maybe shopping will become a sport one day!), so I had no interest in watching the game today.  I did tune in for the half time show and Madonna's performance was stellar.  She still got the moves.  What did you guys think?

Yesterday, the Pirate and I ventured to the south side of the island; Kihei/Wailea.  I really wanted to check out the Shops at Wailea, since I haven't been there in such a long time.  First stop was BCBG.  Let me tell you, the SA's there, had zero understanding of what the "Aloha Spirit" means and customer service is.  I was discouraged as soon as we walked in.  None of them (there were four!) greeted us, yet they greeted every other person (tourists) that came in after us.  I mean, seriously, a simple Hello would have sufficed.  There was one snarky SA in particular, that I would have liked to give my two cents too, but it wasn't worth my time and energy. Eventually, one SA offered her assistance and was quite "pleasant" in comparison to the rest.  Not sure if I'll be returning there anytime soon.  The other places that we visited (Betsey Johnson, Banana Republic, Gap, Gucci, Bottega Veneta, Karamel, and Louis Vuitton) had exceptional customer service.  Thank God! :)

Have you ever experienced poor customer service while shopping?  If so, where? And did you do anything about it? 

{shirt: Ellison via Bamboo Sky (buy) | pants: JOE's | shoes: Lanvin (buy) | bag: c/o Cambridge Satchel Co.

necklace: F21 | sunnies: Rayban}

Love, S

Boy-spiration

There's something about dressing like a boy that makes me feel more like a girl.  The Pirate was surprised when I pulled this look together this morning.  He even commented that my jeans were looser than the pair he had on. LOL!!  You can hardly tell in these photos, that they are loose-fitting-boyfriend-jeans, but they are.  They're so loose that I can slip them on and off without unbuttoning them. Probably one of the most comfiest pairings I've worn in a long time.  I was also impressed with this shirt I picked up from Old Navy last weekend.  All the stripes actually match at all the seams.  Quite impressive, coming from a company that produces for the masses.  And don't you just love my fluorescent Cambridge satchel?!  It makes me smile every time I use it. 

{shirt: ON (buy) | jeans: Calvin Klein | shoes: Converse (buy) | bag: c/o Cambridge Satchel Co. | watch: vintage Citizen | sunnies: Rayban}

Love, S

XO {Pink ♥ Red }

If I had to choose which I liked more, X's or O's... I'd probably choose the O!  I love hugs and I give the best hugs ever.  Plus, they're free!  Ah February, the month of "love", we meet again... Bring on the flowers, chocolates, and love poems!  Or better yet, cupid, can you bring me a new pair of shoes.  Screw the chocolates, Shoes are the way to my heart!  This comes in a close second. :)

A few pink's and red's to start off the month-of-l♥ve...

{La Regale Minaudiere Heart, Anthropologie skirt}

{thrift blazer, Old Navy checked shirt}

{Bamboo sandals, vintage scarf}

{Milani nail color, Wendy Mink ruby ring}

Love, S

Furball

Another chewie to add to the collection.  It's become apparent that I'm living in the wrong part of the world.  My destiny is to live in a much cooler climate, so I can wear fur without getting strange stares glares from passers-by.  I can't help myself when it comes to (faux) fur... the more, the merrier!  I did get quite a few compliments about the fur today.  Strangely enough, they were from the over 60 crowd.  Go figure.

{cardi dress: Free People (buy) | fur vest: Brave Soul | boots: Pacsun (similar) | bag: Tahari |watch: Michael Kors | sunnies: Rayban}

Love, S

Snapity

Hi there.  Sorry I've been m.i.a. for a few days.  Super busy week.  Nothing much say, except that I'm so happy that I can sleep in tomorrow.  Finally.  I'm hoping I can get some shut eye until 9a.  Fingers crossed.

A few snaps from today...
*Pooma look so fresh after her grooming.  She's totally diggin' her new bling! Fabulous, right?
*New pants (similar), sequin Chucks (buy), and fur!  Don't know why I keep buying fur?  I live in Hawaii!
*Current nail color.
*Animal prints. (buy, buy)

Love, S

Leoplaid

I picked up these blue pants over the weekend.  Considering they're from F21, they're comparable to my Zara pants.  I still prefer the Zara version, but I've been looking for a pair of brilliantly colored blue pants. These will do the trick for now.  If you decide to buy these babies, size down.  They stretch out a lot!  I hate when the knee and the derriere part of a pant sags.  Who wants a saggy ass?! Not I.

I was a bit doubtful of pairing this plaid blazer with a leopard print cami, but to my surprise it works quite well.  Then again, leopard (or cheetah) is becoming more of a neutral, don't you think?  It goes with nearly everything.  I may have to rethink my favorite color (which if you didn't know, is pink.  which is sorta weird because I don't like to wear pink) and switch it to leopard.  Crayola, if you're reading this, two words: Leopard Crayon.  Just sayin'. ;)

{cami: random | blazer: thrift | pants: F21 (buy) | shoes: MICHAEL Michael Kors | clutch: DIY

sunnies: Rayban | watch: Michael Kors | ring: c/o Wendy Mink | bracelet: F21 (buy)}

Love, S