Swimming Suits

My Swimsuits picks for 2011!
These suits are so lovely!
The top taupe ruffle is by far my favorite!
I'm in love with it!

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1. Anthropologie
2. Anthropologie
3. Anthropologie
4. DIANE von FURSTENBERG Striped High-Waisted Bikini
5. Undrest Zig-Zag Hipster Bikini Bottom
6. MARC BY MARC JACOBS Scalloped Wrap Around Double Ruffle Maillot
7. Tigerlily Luminescence Bandeau Bikini
8. Tavik Lace Cut out one piece

Quick! Fancy! Cute Nails

Nail design can be easy, fun, and quick! Minx Nails started this whole mess but it seemed like only celebrities were willing to pay the hefty price tag for the $125 manicure. Minx nails have to be applied by a certain licensed vendor and tends to be pretty pricey. However, other nail gugu's caught on fast! There are other alternatives to Minx. So get your graphic nails on for anywhere between $8-$15. That's a big difference compared to $125. Sally Hansen and Sephora are some the few people bringing folks like us, the Minx look for the candy store price tag. Another great perk, is that these companies are offering new patterns and a plethora of prints. I still love Minx, though. Reason- they can customize your nails. Katy Perry has been known for making her Minx manicures the face of her new husband. The other great thing about Minx is that they can tackle your toes! Why, yes, I would love pretty flowers on my toes and a mojito in hand!

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1. Sephora by OPI Glee Chic Nails - Navy and White Polka Dot
2. Top patterns- Minx
3. Striped Anchors- Sephora by OPI- Anchor
4. Nail Fraud- Leopard found at Urban Outfitters
5. Sally Hansen- Salon Effects found at Target, Walgreens, and Walmart

Jcrew's painting the town

This morning, I saw a lovely array of colors featured in J.Crew's Spring line. Makes me excited about seeing the sun again! The beautiful citron shorts. Swoon!

Etsy Friend of the week: Andrea Winkler with PrettyRaccoon Clothing

I ran across Andrea's clothing while clicking around Etsy. Oh, PrettyRaccoon Clothing, I couldn't resist the mix of vintage and graphics from dresses to tees. Don't we all need a "cute vintage blazer in excellent condition. Long puffy sleeves, princess seams and mandarin collar. Two front faux pockets." Why, yes, we all do! And here's the kicker, a beautiful blazer like that we cost you a whopping $33. I love her mix up- red fringe, big bows, owl graphics, emerald greens, and killer vintage looks. Check her out, fall in love, and order that shirt that everyone will ask, "Where'd you get that?"!!!
check her out at:
Prettyraccoon Etsy Shop

www.prettyraccoon.com

LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE I LOVE YOU SO MUCH!

It's no surprise to my love ones that I love any holiday. I am a gift giver extraordinaire. I am, I have a rep for it. From little to lots, I love you's are out there! I imagine me being really happy and living my childhood memory/dream with the giant gummy bear from Willy Wonka's Chocolate Factory. Who wouldn't be happy getting that?? My other favorite is the heart shaped lollipops specifically from Lollie's Galore. I actually ordered these for my wedding and gave them out as favors. There's something about these lollie's that taste so good! Not not mention, the smoking hot red lipstick, the sweet everyday rose earrings, and the killer heart shaped shoe clips! Here's a list of things I wouldn't mind getting to remember that VALENTINE'S is right around the corner!
1. Nicole by OPI nail Polish
2. Heart Shoe Clips
3. A Big Giant Gummy bears
4. Yves Saint Laurent Lipstick
5. George Rodrigue Print
6. Etsy shop FrostedWillow Bracelet
7. Etsy shop piecesofaprilmel earrings
8. Heart shaped Lollipops

New Shoes!

The other day, I was sitting at my computer reading fashion blogs. Some may say, I was daring to open Pandora's Box. Due to my tight budget (thank you wedding coming up) this was not a wise idea. Surfing the fashion blogs, while the thoughts running through my head were- oh the beautiful purses, I need those shoes, ruffles, i love ruffles. Lately, I have convinced myself to wear all the clothes in my closet. In an effort to save money and to stop buying new stuff all the time.

Thank you to Green Wedding Shoes. This was just what I needed as I continue on my love for everything in my closet before I bring new things in.

The shoes I used were a pair of black Nina shoes I bought at Dillard's three years ago. I never wore them because they were too plain for my taste. NOW, I can't wait to wear them since the upgrade!

I didn't have clear fishing wire but I used thread the same color as the fabric instead. Worked out perfectly for me!

http://greenweddingshoes.com/diy-pretty-shoes/

cute rain coats

A couple of years ago, I went on a serious hunt for a cute rain coat. It was a grueling search but I prevailed with a blue leaf printed jacket that I made me happy when it's cloudy.
Here are some that I found in everyone's price range - $26- $114
top to bottom: modcloth.com, eddiebauer.com, forever21.com, modcloth.com, & forever21.com