I'm not really that different

I slept like a rock last night. And it took a rockstar to get me out of bed this morning. A rockstar named Jared Leto from 30 seconds to Mars.  He is on the cover of Vanity Fair this month.  He is also the ringtone of my alarm.

I left the warmth of my heating blanket to make breakfast for the kids and get ready for the day.  The only reason I didn't get back into bed was that I turned off my heating blanket and it was cold.  I am a very cold person, my fingers and toes are always freezing.  Just ask my husband.

SHOPPING CORNER

I protested getting dressed for the day, opting for a BCBG tracksuit to start.  Keeping it saucy, a pair of black wedge DJ boots from forever 21 were on my feet.  

COSTUME CHANGE

After my run to Starbucks and to get my groceries for dinner tonight, I came home and finally got dressed for the day.

Brown leggings with a leather quilted detail running down the sides (Jessica Simpson) were my start.  An animal print tunic (Massimo) and gold sequined shrug (found at the Atlanta airport) were my layering pieces on top.  I wore a thin gold belt over my tunic.

Black, suede, wedge booties replaced the DJ boots.

Edited to add:  Damn, even my clothes look fat in these pics.

THE WEATHER REPORT

Where I wish I were...

THE MAKE-UP COUNTER

I went to the store with brows, lashes and gloss.  My skin is so light that I feel naked without color.  When I take my face off I hear it from my son.  "Mom, why do you look so different?"  Me, "Is different bad?" Him, a deafening silence...  Thanks.  

When I am six inches shorter and have a natural face, people don't recognize me.  This is not a good thing.  I came into my favorite SuperTarget one morning, flat footed, when my friend and daily reader Raquel said "Is everything ok?  You look different."  After thinking about it for a minute she said, "Oh, I know what it is. You are short!" Realizing that she was right, I took off out of there before anyone else noticed.  I'm 5'7 and she only sees me in heels!!!  Short indeed.  Lol.  

Not wanting "that naked look" I used Benefit's RSVP for my base and Chanel's Quadra Eye Shadow Nymphea for color.

JEWELRY DARLING

Black and gold went with my look for the day.  All by Target.  All were on clearance for nada.  I love a chandelier earring.  

I've got the navy blues...

...shoes that is!

I found these beautiful babies at Macy's and couldn't wait to wear them.  What more could a girl ask for in a pair of shoes?  Patent, a stack platform, side cutouts, great color and an awesome detail in the heel.  

SHOPPING CORNER

I had a sick child at home today.  My Bear didn't feel so well.  So I spent the majority of the day at home.  Wanting to be comfy for once, (I will bleed in the name of fashion) a white pair of jeans with a zipper detail was just what the doctor ordered.  

An oversized sweater in navy, grey and teal stripe kept me cozy.  I threw a grey scarf on and my Calvin Klein coat was all it took to get me out of the house.

THE WEATHER REPORT

JEWELRY DARLING

I don't always keep things simple, but hanging around the house today didn't exactly call for a lot of jewelry...

THE MAKE-UP COUNTER

Just mascara and last nights make-up.  Yes, I went to sleep without taking off my face.

Day 10 of 100

We are going to a Super Bowl party at a friends house and I don't want to be weighed down by a heavy coat.  Michael Kors to the rescue!  

SHOPPING CORNER

A grey knit body shaping dress with zipper details by Michael Kors is my go to piece for the day.  To keep me warm, a silver fur vest with Silver horn details, also by Michael Kors is my layering piece.  Adding to the look a red, silver and black Louis Vuitton scarf will dress my neck.  Black tights and my black Jessica's will complete my outfit.

ARM CHARM

My arm charm for the day is my little baby silver/grey Chanel bag.  

THE WEATHER REPORT

THE MAKE-UP COUNTER

Benefit's bikini tini to highlight and holy smokes on my lower lid dress my eyes, while a black Loreal  powder goes in my crease.

JEWELRY DARLING

Wanting to mix metals, I chose a set of Gunmetal, black and silver bangles for my right wrist and a silver bow tie on my left wrist.  I layered two necklaces that are shiny silver with rhinestone accents with earrings in the same family as the bracelets.

There is no sun.  I won't be throwing shade today.  

High Heels and 4 Wheel Drive

When I am flat footed it feels unnatural to get into my Hummer.  I always feel short.  Kind of like driving another vehicle feels like I am sitting on the ground.  It's no stretch to say that I am a brat.  I love my heels and my 4 wheel drive.  I am from Texas people!

SHOPPING CORNER

Feeling girly, I opted for a blushy pink today.  I needed an excuse to wear my metallic pink jacket and the weather obliged.  It's super cute with high shoulders, a rouched detail at the waist, zippers and snaps up the wrist (xhileration).   A long tank in pink with a copper metallic.  Boyfriend jeans (converse).  Animal print scarf.

THE WEATHER REPORT

 

Texas, you fickle pickle.  Look at my forecast this week.  Bad to worse.

JEWELRY DARLING

Statment necklace (forever 21).

THE MAKE-UP COUNTER

Eyes in teal by Chanel.

It's Friday, I'm in love....

...with this Texas weather!

SHOPPING CORNER

I wanted to kick up my heels today (Steve Madden).  And a pencil skirt (White House Black Market) with a graphic t (Target).  My clutch looks like a folded gossip magazine.

THE WEATHER REPORT

There was a little light in the bleakness that is the middle of winter.  Sunshine makes me wax poetic.

JEWELRY DARLING

I was all glammy today.  I felt like shimmering (shining's sweeter sister).  This pewter statement necklace was perfect for my mood.  Simple white gold hoops played the perfect companion, while a hot cuff in charcoal stones looked on.

Don't get too comfy Sparky.

THE MAKE-UP COUNTER

Benefit's Holy Smokes was my lid.  I added a glittery slate to my crease.  Le Frou Frou for lashes.

THROWING SHADE

Phat. Black. Gucci. Shades. Period.

Much ado about nothing...

Or, I have nothing much to do.

I'm going to get soooo much procrastinating done today.   There is nothing on my to do list.  Well, maybe there is but I don't want to do any of it.  There is nothing glamorous about sweeping the dead grass that Sparky (my son's dog, a cocker spaniel/springer spaniel and general asshole) tracks into the house.  I have laundry and dishes to do.  Where is my fairy godmother when I need her?

SHOPPING CORNER

When I find something I like and that fits me well I buy it in every color.  My silk zip up tunics from Target are a perfect example.  A tunic is a very versatile piece to have in your wardrobe.  You can belt them or wear them straight and they always look good. They are flattering on every body type and they don't go out of style.  

It doesn't matter what you wear on bottom whether it be leggings or jeans or even tucked in a nice pair of trousers.  If you're getting dressed for a business meeting, a day of work, or going grocery shopping for the family a tunic is always a great go to piece.  

Today I wore one in a dusty purple.  I have been known to sleep in my clothes, especially these super long silky numbers.  I love the sexy feeling that silk evokes.  

My favorite thing to wear for comfort are leggings.  You can dress them up or down.  Today I chose a cheetah print in cream, dark and light brown.  I paired the neutral leggings with the purple tunic and added a long knit sweater in brown.  I was shopping with my best friend Mer (shout out) in Lubbock, Texas.  We were at TJMAXX and she said "Girl you have to have that sweater."  This morning my daughter tried to take it off my back.  

On my feet were shearling and suede platform lace up hiking boots by Jessica Simpson.  I know, who goes hiking in platform boots?  Apparently miss Simpson and me...

WEATHER REPORT

Rather than complain every day about the cold I'm going to post a pic of my local weather.

JEWELRY DARLING

I'm trying to wear more color.  Today I chose purple.  Go figure, but it works!  My jewelry was purple and gold.  Necklace, bracelet and earrings by Arden B.  

MAKE-UP COUNTER

Purple eyes today by Chanel.

THROWING SHADE

I have been patiently waiting for a reason to wear my new sunnies.  Lavender to black ombré with gold accents by Chanel.  

What are you wearing?

Day 5 of 100

100 outfits, 100 different days...

Day 5.  What is on tap today?  A little grocery shopping and a business meeting.  I'm a stay at home mom of 2.  My son is 10 and my daughter is about to be 15. (I cringe a little to think of it.)  I spend my days running errands and doing whatever I can to enrich the lives of those around me.  

As an interior designer I enjoy transforming spaces.  It's super awesome to know that my work is my client's reward.  

I love interior design so why the blog? It was my daughter's idea.  She said "Mom, you dress great every day.  You should do something with that."  So I said "100 outfits in 100 days?"  It has a nice ring to it, and with my passion for fashion it just fit.

SHOPPING CORNER

Sparkles and military green were on tap today.  Before you think I'm crazy for pairing sparkles and military green, I know that they go together for a fact...  My sister was a marine and she pretty much only wears things that sparkle and shine!  Love ya Candace! 

I am a fan of layering pieces and today I layered 3.  I started with a black sequined tank under a black silk button up tunic. A black leather motorcycle vest completed the look.  I topped them all off with a military green zip up motorcycle jacket with leather lapel and accents. (Marc New York)

I could have worn rolled up boyfriend jeans but thought that would be too predictable.

So to balance that hard edged look I chose a black legging in a sweet damask patterned.  My black Jessica's fit the bill.  

When my daughter saw me today she said "Mom you look sooo cute.  I like your pants.  They make your butt look good."  Quite the compliment!  I guess today I succeeded in getting noticed.

THE WEATHER REPORT

 IT'S STILL WINTER.  I'm still freezing.  It's still not fair.  This is Texas.  

JEWELRY DARLING

I kept it easy today, with a chunky silver chain and dangle earrings.  A silver mega cuff bracelet (TJMAXX) finished me off.

MAKE-UP COUNTER

My Mom says that my make-up counter looks like a Chanel Cosmetic Store threw up on it.  I collect them like two dollar bills.  I have a few.  I wanted a darker look today and Chanel's Winter Nights came to the rescue.  Oh the irony.