Black with a Pop

Still on a black on black kick, and because I love color, I couldn't resist adding this fluorescent top into the mix.  I'm thrilled that the weather is cooling down.  I was able to wear this blazer out without melting like the wicked witch of the west!  I love the contrasting white trim and I love how the back hem arches upward for an interesting surprise.  Talk about looking great coming and going.  Ha!  Also, still crushing hard on my JC Soiree's.  They go with everything!  Hope you lovelies had a great Monday.... now, if only Friday would hurry up and make an appearance.

{blazer: c/o Sugarlips Apparel | peplum top: F21 | jeans: Old Navy | heels: Jeffrey Campbell "Soiree"

bag: vintage | sunnies: Walgreens | necklace: via Ross}

Love, S

muslim women clothing
cheap womens clothes
trendy womens clothing

LadyLUX Blogger Spotlight

Hey guys.... I was honored to be featured on the LadyLUX Blogger Spotlight this month!  I'll show you how you can make yourself this rad camouflage clutch!  Check out the full post here.

{peplum top & clutch: DIY | cargo skinnies: Old Navy | heels: Zara | watch: Michael Kors}

Love, S

women s workout clothes
yoga clothing for women
womens work clothes

Collar Love

I'm a smitten kitten when it comes to peter pan collars. There's truly something magical and whimsical about them.  It's playfulness certainly brings out the kid in me.  When I discovered the jewelry line, LAB by Laura Busony, I was immediately enamored with her designs.  I was a kid in a candy shop.  Her creatively talented mind and skillful hands craft such amazing metal collar necklaces.  And I also love that she sources vintage finds in some of her designs.

I was so excited when she offered to send me one of her beautiful designs.  I chose the Brass Oxford Collar Bib Necklace (due to it's popularity and overwhelming demand LAB needed to raise their prices and this necklace is now valued at $148.)  Laura, couldn't have described it better; basic, but still a little edgy.  I love it so much.  It's beautifully and perfectly made.  Thank you so much, Laura!  This necklace is surely one of my favorites!

Laura has been kind and generous enough to offer my readers 25% off you purchase from her etsy shop.  Just enter AlohaLAB at check out.  There are so many goodies to choose from.  The hard part will be picking out which one (or ones!).  Happy shopping, loves.

{peplum top: ASOS | pants: Old Navy "Rock Star" | heels: Nine West | bag: Kenneth Cole

necklace: c/o LAB by Laura Busony | watch: MichaelKors | sunnies: Rayban | double pearl ring: Tahiti}

Love, S

clothes for tall women
clothing catalogs for women
cute womens clothes

Things to come...

Ever since I made this top, it's been heavily worn.  I love it so much, I wore it twice in one week. Maybe I even wore it three times. Maybe. :)  I get numerous comments and emails about when or if I'm going to start selling this peplum design.  Perhaps in the near future, you'll be able to get your very own Elisharon-peplum.  I get lots of inquires about this over-sized clutch as well.  Maybe you'll be seeing that soon, too. (doesn't the inside pop of color make you giddy!?)

Hope your Monday went fabulously.  Whew, glad it's over.  Excited for tomorrow, because that means Hump Day is only a day away, and after Hump Day, the week is basically over and then it's the weekend! Wishful thinking. ;)

{blouse & clutch: DIY | jeans: local boutique | sunnies: Rayban | heels: Michael Kors

watch: Nixon | necklace: Ross find | bracelet: F21, similar | ring: via Mahina boutique}

Love, S

women s petite clothing
running clothes for women
women s running clothes

Leather peplum

Months ago when I spotted this H&M leather peplum top, I was instantly smitten.  Since we don't have H&M stores here in Hawaii, I knew what had to be done... I had to make one myself.  I put it off for months, but last night the sewing bug pinched me hard and after a few hours, my leather peplum top was born.  This version is faux leather, but I'm hoping to make one with real leather, too.  Did you guys see this embroidered faux leather number from Zara?  So amaze.  I hope you guys aren't getting too bored with my peplum fascination.  Haha.

I also picked up these flats from Nordstrom Rack.  I normally have to be in the mood to go through the racks and shelves at The Rack, but sometimes the rummaging pays off.  Scored these babies on super sale and also a few other goodies.  Do you guys like bargain hunting / shopping at places like Nordstrom Rack?  What's the best find you've ever walked away with?

{peplum blouse: DIY | skinnies: Old Navy | flats: Sam Edelman | bag: Tahari

sunnies: Rayban | watch: Nixon | bracelet: via House of Aria | necklace: F21}

Love, S

women s clothing online
women clothing stores
women s clothing websites

A sweet concoction

Are you sick of seeing me in peplums yet? :)

I reworked an old muumuu to create this little top.  I love how lightweight the fabric is.  The itty bitty polka dot print and eyelet trim at the yoke are great details as well.  I can't help but feel like a little girl in this top, so when I wore it to the office yesterday, I paired it with a "power pump" and a studded bag to edge it up a bit.  I'm hoping to cruise at the beach this weekend, so that I can pair this sweet top with some cutoffs and a floppy hat.  I think I found myself the perfect summer top.

Happy Aloha Friday & Happy Weekend-ing, guys!

{top: reworked muumuu by me | jeans: Bullhead | shoes: Mango | bag: via VJ-Style

sunnies: Rayban | watch: Michael Kors | bracelets: F21, Bamboo Sky, F21, DIY skulls}

Love, S

Structured details

I'm still on a peplum high! I can't help myself.  I love peplums.  I made this top last year.  When I found this green and black tapestry-esque fabric, I knew I wanted to make something with structure and voila this beautiful top sprung to life.  The silhouette was actually inspired by a local landmark here on Maui, the Lahaina Jodo Mission.  It mimics the architecture of the Pagoda temple.  I even made matching pants to go with this top, which have hand quilted side panels, but I decided to forgo the silky pants and opted for a more casual Friday look; enter my favorite pair of denim jeans.

I wanted the top to stand out, but if you know me, when it comes to accessorizing I have a hard time with the "more is less" concept.  Surprisingly enough, I think the necklace and bag I chose paired perfectly.  I really love this studded structured bag that OASAP sent me.  It surely adds spice to any ensemble. 

I hope you all had a great Aloha Friday! Here's to a magically weekend.  :)

{blouse: Made by Me | jeans: Levi's | shoes: Mango (buy) | bag: c/o OASAP

necklace: Ross stores | watch: Michael Kors | sunnies: Rayban}

Love, S

Floral Peplum

Remember the J. Crew floral peplum blouse I was crushing on?  Well, I made my very own.  It's a tad loose, but a girl's gotta breathe, right?  All jokes aside, I'm pretty pleased with the outcome.  I have some left over fabric and was thinking I could make matching shorts!  Would that be too much? 

Another shoe style I've been searching for was something in the metallic family.  The nice people over at Go Jane sent over these sweet silver metallic heels.  I love the sleek design!  And the platform and ankle strap are great details as well.  The heel is on the thicker side, so I won't have to worry about loosing my balance while teetering on these 5 1/2" babies.  These heels even come in a rose gold version.  Check it out here.

Here's hoping to a great Monday to you all. :)

*gasp* please pardon my horrid looking feet. i need a pedicure stat!

{peplum top: DIY by me | jeans: BDG (buy) | heels: c/o Go Jane (buy)

bag: Tahari | sunnies: Rayban | cuffs: Ross | necklace: F21}

Love, S

Pretty Peplum

I've been drooling over this peplum top from J.Crew since it debuted on the site.  It's so pretty, but its hefty $350 price tag isn't. :(  It's now on sale for $119, but I'm still reluctant to actually purchase it.  I did find some floral fabric and since I've have some free time right now, I'll probably just make something similar to it.  The blue and green hues of the J.Crew peplum top did inspire the following look.

Hope you all have a Happy Hump Day! :)

{peplum top: Made by Me | jeans: Zara | bag: Kenneth Cole NY | ballet flats: Lanvin (buy)

sunnies: Rayban | watch: Michael Kors | necklace: J.Crew (buy)}

Love, S