Navy, Black, and Polka Dots

Isn't it hard to believe that Thanksgiving is next week?  This year is just flying by!  The most amazing year of my life is almost at its end.  Christmas is my favorite holiday so I've started decorating already!  I posted some of my holiday decorating photos on my instagram account a week or two ago.  

Coincidentally, my little sister produced her very first Saturday Night Live segment about the very subject of decorating/celebrating the holidays before Thanksgiving!  It was such a hilarious piece!  We are so very proud of my baby sis for doing an amazing job.  Here's the link to the video:  Saturday Night Live - Mr. Senior.  Let me know what you think after you watch it!

Blazer: JCP  /  Shirt: J. Crew Factory {Similar}  /  Skirt: Loft  /  Shoes: Target     

Necklace: J.Crew {Similar}  /  Handbag: Louis Vuitton

Blue Shades

Have you ever wondered why pregnant women are always cradling their bellies?  I always did.  I would think, ugh, why are they always holding their stomachs?! And now, I'm one of those women.  For me, personally, it's just natural.  He's moving around so my instinct is to hold my stomach and sometimes rub my belly which is even weirder.  Another selfish reason I hold my belly sometimes is to be like, look, there's a baby in there and not that I ate too many hamburgers!  Although, lately, seeing pictures of me holding my belly is almost comical because it looks like I'm trying to smuggle a watermelon under my dress. 

Dress: Target Maternity  /  Sweater: JCP  /  Shoes: MIA  /  Jewelry: Ann Taylor, David Yurman, Pandora  /  Belt: F21

Mixing Time

I'm finally down to like 5 different outfits and two pairs of shoes that I've been cycling through because nothing else fits.  Trying to be creative in mixing the things that do fit for work actually has me excited to shop my closet once my clothes fit again.

I've been loving getting to catch up on bloglovin and getting ideas for the fall.  It's definitely motivating me and taking my mind off the aches and pains I'm currently going through in this last little part of my third trimester.  Okay, confession time, before getting pregnant, I had no idea what trimesters were...please don't let me be the only almost 30 year old that didn't know...

Sweater Blazer: JCP {Similar}  /  Shirt: Old Navy  /  Skirt: Gap Maternity  /  Shoes: MIA  /  Handbag: Louis Vuitton Neverfull GM

In the Navy Stripes

I received a surprising gift from my dad on mother's day...this dress!  My dad picked out this dress all by himself!  My mom said that he told her this dress "looked like me."  I can't remember another time that my dad picked out a dress for me so I am very impressed that he picked out a dress that I would pick for myself.

It had to be hard for my dad being the only male in a household of five females (7 if you include the dogs.)  However, I think I got my shopping gene from him because he is definitely a shopper.  A couple weekends ago, he spoiled Lucas with lots of Florida Gator goodies that I'm super excited to put my little boy in.  I posted those pictures on my instagram but they are so much cuter in person because they are so little!  Thanks to his Abuelo, Lucas is ready for football season!

Dress: Kohls Maternity {Similar}  /  Sweater Blazer: JCP {Similar}  /  Handbag: Louis Vuitton Neverfull GM  /  Shoes: Me Too 'Patty' {Similar}

Over the Bump

I'm trying to be creative and expand my closet without purchasing new items.  In an effort to do so, the only way to wear this skirt now is to zip it up over the bump.  At first, I thought I was a genius but after an hour sitting at work, I remembered the magic of maternity bottoms.  Ahhhh maternity bands!

Sweater: The Limited  /  Skirt: JCP  /  Shoes: Stuart Weitzman 'Capsize'  /  Jewelry: J Crew, Stella and Dot, David Yurman

Matching Couple

If you follow me on instagram, you probably already saw that my husband and I wore matching outfits.  It's something we like to do every once in awhile...just kidding :-)  We did both wear blue gingham but it wasn't done on purpose.  Given that we are both stubborn and happened to be running late, neither of us wanted to change.  Although, it would have been a lot easier for him to change his tie than me change an entire outfit AND I set my clothes out the night before...he totally planned it...

Shirt: J Crew Factory {Similar}  /  Blazer: JCP  /  Skirt: J Crew  /  Shoes: Aldo  /  Handbag: Louis Vuitton  /  Necklace: Ebay

Bright Do-Over

This pink is BRIGHT!  You would think that something this bright should be worn sparingly.  Not this lazy girl.  Since picking this sweater up at Gap on Wednesday, I've worn it twice.  Because I love it that much?  Maybe but no...pure laziness and what better way to welcome Monday?

Sweater: Gap  /  Skirt: The Limited  /  Shoes: JCP  /  Handbag: Coach  /  Jewelry: J Crew

Gingham Style

I feel so out of the loop on what is popular nowadays.  It's crazy to realize how much my priorities have changed.  Some for the better and some for worse.  However, I consider being up to date on pop culture top priority...just kidding...maybe...I just recently jumped on the Gangnam Style bandwagon and if you haven't seen or heard the video/song, I highly encourage it and the SNL skit to accompany.  I don't know what the song means and probably should have found out before recommending it.  Hmmm, I will consider that thought in the future :-)

Sweater: Banana Republic {Similar}  /  Shirt: Old Navy {Similar}  /  Skirt: Ann Taylor {Similar}  /  Shoes: JCP  /  Handbag: Coach 'Kristin'  /  Jewelry: J Crew, Stella and Dot, David Yurman, Ebay

Linking up with The Pleated Poppy!

Grandfather Shirt

A couple years ago, my grandfather came from Puerto Rico to stay with my parents for a little while.  I was living in Jacksonville at the time but would come visit every weekend to spend time with him.  He used to wear a shirt, similar to the one I'm wearing, all the time to the point it got a hole in it.  He asked me to throw the shirt away since he couldn't wear it anymore but I must have gotten it mixed in with my laundry since I found it in my suitcase when I got back home.  He passed away shortly after but I never threw the shirt away and keep it on my blanket throw stand for safe keeping.  It's an odd memento to keep but warms my heart whenever I catch a glimpse of it.  Has anyone else kept odd mementos?

Shirt: J Crew Factory {Similar}  /  Sweater: H&M  /  Skirt: JC Penney  /  Belt: Anthropologie  /  Shoes: MIA  /  Handbag: J Crew 'Little Edie'  /  Sunglasses: Dior  /  Jewelry: J Crew, Ebay, Stella and Dot, David Yurman

Cold Hearted Snake

I think my mirror memorized the lyrics and dance moves to 'Cold Hearted Snake' seen as though I gave the mirror a concert to it a million times.  Anywho, I'm linking up today with Marionberry Style and this month's challenge was animal print.  I have my fair share of leopard print but this is the only snakeskin print I own.  I feel very fancy pants skirts in this...see what I did there...I crack myself up :-)  Also linking up with The Pleated Poppy!

Sweater: JC Penney  /  Skirt: The Limited  /  Shoes: Ann Taylor  /  Sunglasses: Dior  /  Clutch: Coach  /  Jewelry: J Crew, Ebay, Forever 21, Stella & Dot, David Yurman

Country Spark

I'm very proud to admit that I am a reality t.v. show junkie.  I know I've mentioned my love for the Honey Boo Boo show here two or four times already, ummm did anyone else see Mama June make sketti???  If not, google it, I haven't looked at spaghetti the same ever since.  It's almost the end of another work week and while I know others may have more exciting plans, I seriously love weekends that include my favorite grungy pjs, in bed, catching up on my reality t.v. shows. It's my idea of bliss.

Sweater: Ann Taylor  /  Shirt: Nordstrom  /  Skirt: JC Penney  /  Sunglasses: Chanel  /  Shoes: MIA  /  Handbag: Coach 'Kristin'  /  Jewelry: Kate Spade 'Mrs', J Crew, David Yurman

Classically Headless

It was a headless kind of day.  The kind of day where I had no inspiration to think, thus I turned to my J Crew catalog, and no makeup to cover up the under eye circles.  My hubby says that my head being chopped in most of the photos was on accident but I know the truth.  You see, there are these things called mirrors and I may or may not have glanced in them one or twice throughout the day.  Bless his little heart.

I'm not one to reapply makeup during the day so that doubled with the fact that I barely even put on makeup in the morning did not turn out well.  It's just one of those days...

Sweater: H&M  /  Shirt: Ann Taylor  /  Pants: JC Penney  /  Shoes: Guess DIY Cap Toe     Sunglasses: Dior  /  Handbag: Chanel  /  Jewelry: J Crew, Macys, David Yurman

Crimson Blues

The last time I owned red shoes, I think I was five.  Since I've organized my shoes into racks, I noticed a trend - 98.5% of my shoes are black, tan, and like 3 with some sort of color.  When I saw these shoes on Piperlime, I placed the black version of the shoes in my basket but then something reminded me that maybe you don't need another pair of black flats.  However, because I adore these flats and they are sooooo comfy, I think I may buy another pair in a neutral color so I can wear them more often.  Does anyone else stick to neutrals when buying shoes?

Blazer: JC Penney  /  Shirt: J Crew  /  Skirt: J Crew  /  Shoes: C Label Hudson 10  /  Sunglasses: Chanel  /  Jewelry: J Crew, David Yurman, Ebay  /  Lipstick: MAC 'Diva'

Double Stripes

Thank you to those of you who commented on yesterday's post.  Most of you shared similar thoughts and had great suggestions.  I  ♥  the blogging community!

Shirts: Old Navy, Forever 21  /  Skirt: JC Penney  /  Shoes: BCBG  /  Sunglasses: Dior     Handbag: Chanel  /  Jewelry: Macy's, J Crew, David Yurman

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Minted Love

The love is still there for mint and it is strong people. 

Sweater: JC Penney  /  Shirt: Kohls  /  Pants: Loft  /  Shoes: Steve Madden  /  Sunglasses: Chanel  /  Handbag: Louis Vuitton  /  Jewelry: Ann Taylor, J Crew, Vince Camuto, David Yurman

Fashionspirations: Feeling Lucky

Picture on Right: Lucky Magazine

Fact:  I found the perfect solution to give me the will to go to the gym today and put down the bag of Muddy Buddies...I cropped a picture of myself next to a skinny model and put it on the internet.  Now, I know what works!

I have been seriously lacking in the thinking for myself department this week and have looked to Lucky Magazine for inspiration.  I put a sticky on this photo from the issue with Leighton Meester on the cover because I knew it would come in handy on days like this.  I just recently purchased this skirt from JC Penney for only $14.  I've been meaning to wear it and thought it would work well with this inspiration.  

Shirt: Loft  /  Skirt: JC Penney  /  Shoes: Aldo 'Leggat'  /  Jewelry: David Yurman, Vince Camuto, Eve's Addiction  /  Sunglasses: Dior