I’m so excited with the way my summer wardrobe is shaping up. With a few favorite pieces from years past, and some recent purchases, my wardrobe is rounding out nicely!
A few new pieces:
Vince Camuto ‘Miner’ sandal Mother’s Day gift from my mom! Woo hoo!
Soprano ‘Milla’ maxi – This dress is so silky soft, comfortable, yet elegant feeling. 
Lush ‘Harper’ chiffon dress – I felt instantly lovely when I tried this on. Had to buy it.
Liz Lange for Target sunburst maxi – This is a maternity dress, but once I laid eyes on it I had to at least try it on. It doesn’t look like maternity – and the skirt is a swish-y material that makes me feel like a princess 
Mossimo ‘Perri’ – I think I need them in every color. Sexy AND comfortable
The Webster at Target ‘ Wallpaper Print’ dress - Timmy picked this out for me, and I love it! The blouson top and fun print are perfect for summer!
What are your summer staples?
I haven’t made a set on Polyvore in a while, but I’ve been thinking about lemon lime combinations and colors for a few days… and so here’s this:
Pink and black polka dot silk blouse with peter pan collar: Forever21
Rhinestone and pearl bow earrings: Betsey Johnson, birthday gift 2010
Black pleated skirt: Forever21 HERE
And finally…my awesome new shoes!
Shoes: BCBGeneration Stevie HERE
Hellooo…
Last week I tried to get pictures of each day’s ensemble, and I sort of managed it (except for the last day, where I got pictures of pieces but not the whole outfit – whoops). Either way, here’s the week:
MONDAY
Wool beret: Target, purchased 2009
Sweater: Target (Merona, get it HERE)
Floral skirt: vintage
Boots: Matisse, purchased 2007 (previously worn HERE)
TUESDAY
Sweater: Target (get it HERE) Seriously, I love these Mossimo sweaters; I buy them every year. They are SO soft!
Plaid blouse: Forever21, purchased Spring 2011
Skirt: Banana Republic, purchased 2008
Shoes: Target
Headband: Cost Plus World Market (get it HERE)
WEDNESDAY
Sweater: Target (Merona)
Camisole (not shown): Target (Merona)
Pencil skirt: Forever21, purchased 2009
Boots: Steve Madden, purchased 2007
THURSDAY
Dress: Target (previously worn HERE)
Sweater: Target, purchased 2007
Belt: Kohl’s, purchased 2009
Tights: Target
wedge boots: Payless (find them HERE in black)
Headband: Target
FRIDAY
Striped sweater: Target
Silk tie-belt: Forever21 (part of the blouse seen HERE)
Camisole (not shown): Target
Grey cropped slacks (not shown): GAP
Shoes: Nine West (previously worn HERE)
Glasses: Warby Parker
Necklace: bridesmaid’s gift from Adrienne
Phew…it’s hard work coming up with outfits!
Quick recap of my birthday dinner! Holy mac, can’t believe I’m 27 already.
Heck yes, I wore a tiara.
Check out my shoes!!
Favors for the guests! Mason jars filled with gummy bears, Dutch caramel wafers, English toffee, and madeline cookies. I decorated them with ribbon and mini-chalkboards (yes, I gave out chalk, too!)
My birthday dinner took place at the 1515 Restaurant & Lounge in Walnut Creek. Food was good, and the cocktails were excellent.
I told them to act natural. Good spies they’d make, eh?
Adrienne couldn’t make it this year, so Justin acted as a placeholder. Personally, I think he should’ve worn the heels. 
Adan and Tim lookin’ fly in their new suits
I had a wonderful time!! The restaurant was very cool inside, and though the food wasn’t amazing, it was good and I really liked their house-made hummus. Ooh and their onion rings were delicious!
For dessert, I’d brought cupcakes from Sift; Stud Muffin (Lagunitas beer and brown sugar cake, caramel buttercream frosting topped with bacon and fleur de sel) and Pink Champagne (raspberry and champagne cake with buttercream frosting).
We didn’t end up getting home until almost 2 am, but I was happy tired.
I love birthdays.
First time wearing a romper: win!! I loved how comfortable, yet sexy and chic I felt in it! Tim agrees: more rompers, please.
iPhone pictures taken in the downtown Napa plaza, whilst waiting for a table at Gillwood’s. Mmm, waffles…
Romper: Target
Rose-clasp belt: Forever21 (purchased 2008)
Black wedges: Forever21
Sunglasses: Target (purchased 2010)
Teal bracelets: Macy’s (purchased 2009)
Handbag: vintage French language book, made into a handbag by Swing Set Designs. (2010 gift from my mother-in-law)
iPhone pictures of recent outfits I’ve worn to work:
Tuesday:
Black sweater: Target, purchased 2007
Grey striped blouse: Target, purchased 2008
Head wrap: Forever21, purchased 2010
Yes…I am totally in the employee bathroom taking a photo. CREEPY….
Last Friday:
Blouse printed with birds: H&M, gift from Micaela!
Cami (layered underneath): Target
Skirt: Forever21
Gladiator sandals: BCBGeneration, purchased 2009
PSSSSSTTTTTT…. Giveaway announced tomorrow!!
Two (2) new pairs of shoes.
I purchased this first pair because they reminded me of Hercule Poirot – especially as portrayed by David Suchet on BBC. He’s always wearing awesome white, cream or grey suits, and leather shoes, which he keeps perfectly polished.
These are worn laceless, but the shoes did arrive with a pair of laces if you prefer. I like the boyish look and feel of a pair of oxfords with trousers.
We’d purchased Justin a gift certificate for Toms for his birthday, and I ended up ordering a pair of red canvas classics flats for myself. Oh my gosh they are so comfortable!
Looks good with most casual outfits, but I’ll likely wear them with shorts and tee shirts over the summer.
I went to Kohl’s last night to see about a pair of pants. I ended up leaving with 1 pair of navy cotton trousers, 1 navy and white striped top with ruffle detail, 1 army and pale pink top with lace detail, a DIVINE pair of blush-colored platform pumps, and a tube of mascara. I always find lots of clothes to like (even the LC by Lauren Conrad is built with a few great pieces), but finding my size is difficult. In the women’s department, the smallest size they make is a 2, but it’s sized more like a 4-6. Great for your vanity, not great for purchasing. 
Luckily, there are occasionally some basics in the junior department that I can work with (like the trousers!).
The mascara was part of the Flirt cosmetics line, the ‘All That Lash’ in black.
I didn’t wear makeup today, so as soon as I got home I grabbed my trusty eyelash curler and headed for the nearest mirror! I snapped some photos with my iPhone so you could see the difference (yes,those are bags/dark circles under my eyes):
BEFORE
AFTER
I really like this mascara! I normally use CoverGirl Waterproof Lash Blast, but this realllly makes my eyelashes pop!
You’re dying to see the shoes, aren’t you!?
SERIOUSLY these shoes are amazing (and really comfortable). They make me very tall. ’Hestia’ style in the Simply Vera by Vera Wang line. The pictures do not do this pair justice!
I can’t wait to wear them.
With the help of my handy iPhone pics, here is a recap of Valentine’s Day!
Our friends Jacqi and Donovan were kind enough to watch Marco while we had dinner and went to a concert. They have two little ones of their own – I don’t know how they handled 3 kids!! Marco had fun playing, and (luckily) he behaved like a gentleman.
After work, we picked Marco up from day care. While waiting for Jacqi, Marco (RELAX, we were parked) became very curious about the manual shifter.
Tim and I drove home, changed into more festive outfits, and headed out.
Dinner at Gott’s Roadside in the Oxbow
Ahi burger, veggie burger, sweet potato fries
The Fox! Totally my favorite venue now. It was AMAZING inside.
The Decemberists were fantastic live. Not only was it awesome because I love the music, but Colin Meloy is a true performer (interesting, funny, and VERY nerdy).
It was fun to be included in the performance; when they played ‘The Mariner’s Revenge’, they made sure the entire audience were yelling, moaning, and groaning as if we were being swallowed by a whale (trust me, look up the song).
Very blurry
Marco and I got tee-shirts! Marco’s first concert tee – I was so excited that they had it in a toddler size – it’s too big now but he’ll be able to wear it soon enough.
How was your Valentine’s??
P.S. We were a featured pic on Busy Bee Lauren’s blog yesterday! Check it out HERE
