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

elisharon x therafterish.

I finally met the ultra fabulous, Mae of thereafterish.  We have been interweb gal pals for nearly 3 years!!!  She is even more adorably gorgeous in real life.  She is brilliant, charming, cray-cray, witty, oh so funny; my kind of girl!  And she tells jokes like me, with copious amounts of laughter.  At one point I didn’t think she was going to be able to make it through the joke without peeing her pants!  Haha.  "Chicken, hellllloooo!".  I still can't stop laughing. :)  She and her adorable hubby, Nate (seriously, this couple is freakin’ ADORBS! They are couple is totally in love and had a fun time being in love.  I love it!) suggested we enjoy some grub at Maui Brewing Co.  They love microbrews and I’ve never been there, so it was a great choice.  It’s a fun little hangout.  We talked and talked and laughed and laughed for nearly four hours and I felt like it still wasn’t enough!  But it was nearly midnight and they had the TEDxMaui conference to attend in the morning, so I had to let her go. L  Mae is definitely amazing person, who I love even more now!  I can’t wait until the next time we get to hang out.  Hopefully I’ll see you on Oahu in a couple months.  Looooooooooooove you, Mae!!! Thank you for being so amazeballs. :D

One of the only snaps we got together all evening.  When you're having way too much fun, you forget to take pics. ;p

{S is wearing; dress: F21 (buy)| flats: Lanvin (buy) | bag: Tahari | watch: Michael Kors | bracelet: F21}

{M is wearing; dress: Fighting Eel "Emily" (buy) | wedges: Aldo}

Love, S

Floral Sequins

Sequins aren't necessarily just for night time fun.  You can totally make it day appropriate.  I got this floral print sequin tank over a year ago and it finally came out of  hibernation yesterday.  Since I was just out running errands, I didn't want to look too "fancy", so I paired it with some jeans and Chucks.  I'd have to say this is one of my favorite "off-duty" looks.  The Chucks haven't really left my feet since I got them.  The Pirate is not too pleased with that.  He def misses me in heels!

Have a great weekend, guys!

{tank: F21 | jeans: Levi's (similar) | shoes: Converse (buy) | sunnies: Rayban (buy)

watch: Michael Kors (buy) | bracelets: F21, AE, DIY}

Love, S

Build

I adore jewelry that make statements.  They don't have to be "showy" pieces, but they do need to be interesting and inspiring.  That's what I love about V Nunes Jewelry.  Veronica Nunes is brilliant at creating amazingly gorgeous modern pieces.  Let's meet the woman behind the line...

{Build ring}

Tell us a little about yourself
I am a jewelry designer and goldsmith and native from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Since an early age, I have had a great passion for designing and crafting small objects. My first contact with jewelry design came while studying at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) with a degree in product design. I immediately identified with the jewelry crafting process and the opportunity it provided to express my design ideas into small wearable pieces of art. As a product designer, I am focused on designing attractive wearable objects that will enhance the human body form as well as will fit the body comfortably, ergonomically.

Where do you find inspiration (for your jewelry line? Etc...)
The natural environment as well as man made objects inspires me. My hometown is filled with beautiful beaches, lush forest and iconic rock peaks that served as inspiration for my first collection. Now that I have made NYC my second home, I’ve been inspired by the diversity of architecture, people, objects and human made landscapes in the city.

What type if girl do you see wearing your designs?
I design jewelry for the modern independent woman, who has her own personality and style. I design pieces to make them feel elegant, confident and feminine at any occasion.

Your fashion icon? And favorite designer?
Costanza Pascolato, Antonio BernardoIf you could style one famous person with your designs, who would it be?
If I could style one famous person, would be Madonna.

Hop on over to see Veronica's complete jewelry line; V Nunes.  You will not be disapointed!  And you'll want to own everything! I know I do. :)

Here's the rest of my ootd.  I'm really lovin' the pink and red trend, but wasn't ready to go so bold with the pink, so I think this micro check shirt is the perfect way to ease into the trend.  Baby steps, right?  Happy Hump Day, loves!

{shirt: Izod | pants: Zara | ring: c/o V Nunes | watch: Citizen (dad's, vintage) | necklace: F21

bracelets: t + j designs (gifted), AE, F21, BR | sunnies: Rayban | bag: Tahari  | boots: Black Poppy (gifted), buy}

Love, S

Love-Hate

I have a love-hate feeling towards emails that I get from ASOS telling me I can save an extra 10% off (code: SALE10) on sale items.  I never end up saving any money with sales. I just end up buying more crap I don't need beautiful things to add to my wardrobe!

Happy Friday, lovelies!  I hope you thoroughly enjoy your weekend!  I surely will. :)

{LEVAN Double Bow Flat Point Ballet, Scalloped Collar Blouse, Metal Collar Necklace, Mondrian Print Top}

Love, S

Feeling "Official"

Today was my first day of draping.  It was really exciting to actually manipulate fabric on the dress form to create a garment versus flat pattern making.  The fabric comes to life in front of your eyes!  We started with draping a sloper.  I won't lie, it's not as easy as I thought it would be, but I'm sure this semester will be tons of fun.  Like I told everyone today... "Draping feels more 'design-y'". lol. 

This look is actually from last week when the weather was a little cooler.  It wasn't "cool" enough to wear a fur (when is it really in Hawaii?!), but I was in the office the whole day and our office is FREEZING!

{sweater & skirt: F21 | vest & shoes: ON (buy) | watch: Michael Kors | sunnies: Rayban | ring: c/o V Nunes | necklace: B&W}

Love, S

Faux-stagram

I want an iPhone for two silly reasons; Instagram and Siri. :)  I'm sure if I had one, I wouldn't utilize all the capabilities the iPhone has to offer.  I have an ap on my smartphone that's comparable to instagram, pixlr-o-matic.  I guess it's pretty "neat" and will suffice.

Surprisingly, I haven't really worn any heels this year.  Flats (which are minimal in comparison to my heels) are my go to as of late.  Strangely enough, my body/knees/feet are "aching" from all this flat-wearing.  I would love to invest in a pair of Tory Burch flats.  Any recommendations?  And yes, I'm wearing the same jeans from the last post.  Certainly, I'm not the only one that wears their jeans more than once during the week.

Toodaloo! See you in a few....

{blouse: F21 (similar) | sweater: thrift | jeans: Calvin Klein | flats: Payless (buy)| bag: Tahari

watch: Michael Kors | sunnies: Rayban | necklace & gold ring: F21 | jade ring: hubby's}

Love, S

Lumberjack

I got this plaid shirt from AE a couple weeks ago and it's been heavily rotated since.  I've also recently discovered my love for liquid eyeliner (thanks Hana).  It takes some practice, but I love it.  Hope everyone had a great weekend!  Ciao. 

{shirt: AE (similar) | jeans: Calvin Klein | ballet flats: Lanvin (buy) | bag: Tahari

watch: Michael Kors | ring: Clio Blue | foxtail: Target}

Love, S

p.s. Pardon the glassy look.. had one too many cocktails. yeeee! :)

Day Off

On my days off, I try to keep my look easy peasy lemon squeezey.  But before I dash out the door, I have to add a little bling.  What's your uniform on your days off?

{top: Oatt | shorts: AE | shoes: Converse | bag: Tahari | mini fox tail: Target (gift)

watch: Michael Kors | necklace: F21 and c/o My Name Necklace}

 A few phone snapshots that made me smile today...
clockwise: new Jeffrey Campbell  "Forget" shoes from my lovely Sister / Fossil bucket bag / nude lippies / Tasaka Guri Guri / Yay! I'm no longer a Chanel nail lacquer virgin}

Love, S

Chewie

I bought my sissy in law her first (faux) fur vest this past Christmas.  I was hesitant that she wouldn't be so keen on the idea of wearing fur, since her style is pretty laid back and simple, but to my surprise, she adored it.  She likes to call her vest, Chewbacca... and now, so do I. :) 

I'm really loving my JC "Winger" oxfords.  Obsessed with the two-tone and of course the stud detailing.

{dress: ON | fur: MICHAEL Michael Kors | shoes: Jeffrey Campbell "Winger" | bag: Tahari |

watch: Michael Kors | sunnies: Rayban | bracelet, necklace: F21}

Love, S

Why are you wearing rubber shoes?

Happy New Year!!  2012 is going to be magnificent.  I just know it.

Since we had a quiet night at home last night, the Pirate took me out for dinner tonight. And since I was dressed up with no where to go last night, I decided to take my new skirt out for a spin.  Funny thing, my grandma saw me in this outfit and told me I looked so pretty, until she saw the shoes.  She stood there in disbelief and asked me, "Why are you wearing rubber shoes?!"  I told her I needed to give me feet a break from the heels.  In actuality though, I just wanted to wear shoes that made me smile and that weren't such the obvious choice to wear with such a girly outfit.  Mission accomplished. :)

{shirt: Burberry | skirt: DIY | shoes: Converse | purse: MICHAEL Michael Kors | ring: gfit from Wendy Mink Jewelry | sunnies: Rayban}

Love, S