Spring Trend: Overalls

Did you wear overalls in the 90's? With one strap over your shoulder? I did and and I miss them.

So exited to see them popping up all over the place for spring. I'm obviously going to be huge this spring (and let's be serious, this summer too) and I've seen some cute maternity ones that would flow well from pregnancy to post-pregnancy/breastfeeding. Would you wear them again? Maybe with a scrunchie and some Birks just to throw it way back?

Here are some cute ones for preggo me:

Hatch Pollack Overalls

ASOS Denim Overall


And for Jenny:

Madewell Bayfront Crop Overalls

Lee Cooper Denim Overalls

PS/UPDATE: Looks like I'm way behind the times, Jenny posted this in 2012.

LOVING Le Tote!

As I've mentioned, my obsession with online clothing subscriptions continues to grow. This week featuring....Le Tote!! Let me start by saying that this is my favorite clothing subscription yet.... better than Stitch Fix, Trendsend, Trunk Club, Birchbox, etc. etc. So that's saying something!!

The clothes are not the most trendy (nor the most expensive), they are good quality but not high end, and I'd love to see some more fashion forward options...but...it is by far the most economical of the options I've tried and instead of having to keep the clothes you have the option to RENT. Which is absolutely fabulous for us pregnant ladies!

The basics are that you pay a monthly subscription fee to get unlimited boxes of clothes and accessories to wear and then either keep or wear and then send back. You have a "closet" of clothing that you pick out online, so instead of just giving them your style profile, you get to actually choose some of the items you may receive AND you get a final approval before the box comes in which you can switch out items. I just got my second box in the mail (see above) and I love everything in it. Their jewelry is actually very fashion forward and I think I'll get a ton of use out of the simply black maternity dress, red skirt, black sweater and maternity jeans they sent me. And the best part is if I absolutely love something their prices are much more reasonable than other services I've tried.

Sold yet?? Use this link for $25 off your first box. Happy shopping!

Trendsend by Evereve

A photo posted by Evereve (@evereve_official) on Nov 18, 2015 at 3:03pm PST

As you all know by now, I'm addicted to online subscription services like StitchFix, Birchbox, Trunk Club, etc.

I stopped Stitch Fix when I quit my corporate job this summer but this fall I tried out two different clothing subscription boxes, Trendsend by Evereve and Le Tote (more to come on that). I discovered Trendsend while shopping at the clothing chain Evereve in the University Village here in Seattle. Their company not only has a store but also a subscription clothing service that is similar to Stitch Fix with a few notable differences.

Like Stitch Fix, you start the service by filling out a fashion profile with your tastes, sizes and account details. Unlike Stitch Fix, Trendsend doesn't send a specific number of items and doesn't charge a fee for the box; they also don't offer a discount for keeping all of the items. Most of the clothing is higher end and a bit more expensive than what I received in Stitch Fix but it's also more commonly known brands like Paige Denim, Free People, and Michael Stars. Overall, I've been really please with the two boxes that I've received so far!

Would you wear a jumpsuit?

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Would you ever wear a jumper? I tried on a few when we were in Argentina but couldn't quite find one that fit me right. I think they are super cute and a fun alternative to a dress at a wedding or cocktail party but it's hard to find the right fit! Here are a few cute ones that I'm eyeing from Nordstrom (all under $150). The first and last ones are my favorite. 

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Holiday Nail Art

So I got a manicure yesterday for the holidays (above!) and I went a little wild by adding one fingernail of glitter to each hand. I've never done this before but I keep seeing it around town and I thought it would add a little cheer to my normal paint...and I love it! I might get even more brave and go for something bold like the nail art below by Black Magic Nails at Bang Salon on Capitol Hill. What do you think?? I love the long pointy style that is in right now but I know I would get a lot of comments.

Trunk Club

I've shared in the past that I'm a big fan of Stitch Fix and every time I get a box Patrick and I talk about how great it would be if they had a Stitch Fix for men. Enter Trunk Club. I originally heard about it while listening to This American Life and it sounded similar to Stitch Fix so we gave it a try! The main difference is that instead of a set five items, your personal stylist sends as many clothes as you want. In the two boxes that Patrick has received there were about eight shirts, three pairs of pants, a pair of shoes and a couple of sweaters or blazers. They are anticipating that you won't want to keep it all but want to give a lot of options. The prices are also higher than what I have paid with Stitch Fix but the quality and brands are all top notch.

For us, Trunk Club is a bit too pricey to receive once a month but I think a few times a year it's a great chance to get a few high quality staples for Patrick's closet.

PS. Trunk Club was recently bought by Nordstrom which I think is a good sign!

My "Go-To" Work Dress

In May I ordered three (black, grey and light grey/white stripe) of these super affordable dresses from Old Navy and have worn them a ton this summer. Old Navy has such great sales that two of them were only $12! Plus they come in tall sizes which fit me better for "work length" style. It's nice to have something easy to throw on now that the heat is here and they look great with cardigans and blazers.

What are your go-to work staples?

Tory Burch + Fitbit

After reading this crazy/hilarious yet somehow inspiring article by David Sedaris in the New Yorker a few weeks back I decided to give the "Fitbit Life" a try. I've been wearing the black bracelet day and night and tracking my steps with the goal of reaching 10,000 per day. The Fitbit also tracks sleep, exercise, calories, weight, etc. Wearing it has definitely inspired me to get up from my desk for an daily stroll and do more walking/jogging in the evening when I get home from work. Hitting 10,000 steps a day is no easy task! 

One of my complaints about the Fitbit is that the bracelet is fine for casual outfits or active wear but it doesn't really go with my work/evening attire. Problem resolved! Enter, Tory Burch for Fitbit. I need to start saving my pennies so I can splurge on the GORGEOUS gold bangle above. All in the name of fitness right??

Uxibal in Seattle

If you're in Seattle, do yourself a favor and stop by Moorea Seal in Belltown. Britini Port, designer of Uxibal is in town and she's brought lots of fun things to sell!

Uxibal is a brand that I love, because it combines beautiful hobo-chic styles with a mission to provide employment and opportunity for underprivileged people, something I'm passionate about.

Britini started Uxibal in Guatemala after working int he Peace Corps there as a way to create jobs for Guatemalans. Britini says, "We focus on employing Mayan women because they are traditionally the most underprivileged in Guatemala. They have limited access to education, are married at a young age, and have high birth rates—all of which add up to a striking social and economical disadvantage."

Uxibal draws inspiration from traditional hand-weaving, incorporating the bright colors and patterns into the designs, bringing traditional indigenous craft and design to a wider audience.

Come shopping with me!

The Uxibal pop up shop will be at Moorea Seal, on 3rd and Vine, kicking off Wednesday June 25th from 5-8pm. Uxibal products will be available in store through July 12th.

PS. If you aren't in Seattle, check out Uxibal online. 

Stitch Fix Box #3

This will be my last Stitch Fix update on the blog, and it was my favorite so far! I kept three out of the five items sent -- my lame photo doesn't really do it justice. 

STRASBOURG SPLIT-NECK KNIT TOP $48 - rETURNED, This shirt was too boring for the price and didn't fit right. Love the color though! 

BARCELONA SOLID SHORT SLEEVE BLOUSE $68 - RETURNED, I actually really liked the fabric of this shirt but it was a bit too big and pricey for a plain work blouse. 

CONNELY SKINNY JEAN $78 - KEPT, Don't like these black jeans as much as the ones I got last month but they actually fit so I'm keeping them!

KAHLO EMBROIDERED RACERBACK TANK $48 - kEPT,  Love the color and fabric of this tank, it's a bit baggy but will be a fun, casual summer shirt. 

RICHLAND TRIBAL PRINT HENLEY BLOUSE $58 - KEPT, LOVE this shirt, wore it to work the next day. 

Stitch Fix Box #2

My second Stitch Fix box arrived in the mail last week and I have to say they did an awesome job of listening to my feedback on the first box and customizing this one to fit my taste more accurately. When I opened the box I was excited about the colors and cuts of what I saw. Sadly, two of my favorite items just didn't quite fit so I had to send them back. With my feedback from this box I'm hoping my third box will hit it out of the park with style AND fit. 

COLIBRI SOLID TAB SLEEVE BLOUSE $48: Love the color and fit of this top, wore it the next day to work. KEPT

MICKEY JEWELED COLLAR PEPLUM TOP $48 -  I liked the idea of this top a lot but when I actually tried it on the peplum just didn't quite hit my hips right. I debated about this one but returned it in the end. 

KARSON TEXTURED PENCIL SKIRT $58 - When I opened the box I was super excited about this skirt, love the fabric and color. Unfortunately, I literally couldn't get it over my thighs it was so small. The tag said S but it seemed more like an XXS to me. Had to return. 

YUSUF EMBELLISHED SHOULDER STRIPED TOP $58 - This was my least favorite item in the box, it fit well but I just wasn't into the shoulder pads/bejeweling. Sent back. 

ABANA ANKLE LENGTH SKINNY JEAN $148 -  I upped the price point in my profile for pants after my last box and was really pleased with what they chose. I liked the quality, color, and stretchiness of these jeans. Sadly, I needed one size smaller. Hoping they will send me them in a smaller size in my next box! RETURNED

J. Crew Jewelry

Large Sunflower Necklace

I rarely ever go into an actual J. Crew store but this weekend I was in one trying on bridesmaid dresses for a friend's wedding and stumbled upon their awesome jewelry. I'm not sure why I don't think of J. Crew as being a place to get cute jewelry but boy have I been missing out. It's about the same price range as Anthropologie and they sell stuff that could either be worn with jeans and t-shirt or out to a fancy event. Also, FYI, there is way more jewelry in their store than is offered online. Swoon.

Stone Burst Earrings

Deco Arrowhead Cuff 

Crystal Venus Flytrap Earrings

Brass and Petal Necklace

Stitch Fix: Box # 1

My first box of Stitch Fix clothes arrived last week! Although I only kept one item I'm pretty excited about the idea of this service. As I've mentioned before, Stitch Fix is an online personal shopper that sends me five articles of clothing/accessories based on the style profile that I filled out online. I let them know my size, personal style, budget, and how often I want to receive a box and voila! A box of surprises arrives on my doorstep. You pay a $20 styling fee that can go toward any purchases and if you keep all five items you get 25% off.

Overall, my first box was a little too romantic/bohemian for my taste, which is partly my own fault for the way I filled out the profile and that I mentioned I had just had a baby and would want flowy tops. I edited everything online so I'm excited to see what they bring next month! Here are the details.

1) KAPLAN EMBROIDERED HENLEY BLOUSE - This actually fit really well but was a bit too pricey ($75) and I didn't love the color/style.

2) HENRY BIRDS ON BRANCH INFINITY SCARF -  I liked this scarf but it was kind of boring and I have a lot of stuff that looks like it ($28). 

3) LOTTIE FLORAL BLOSSOM 3/4 SLEEVE BLOUSE -This was too big and I'm not a fan of floral prints ($35). 

4) ADORA SKINNY JEAN - These were my least favorite item, the color wasn't for me. ($80).

5) BENSON 3/4 RUCHED SLEEVE BLAZER-  I LOVE THIS BLAZER! Kept it. ($75)

New Work Wardrobe

Are there any Scandal fans out there? I admit the show is RIDICULOUS but oh so entertaining. I binged watched every episode over "Christmas break" and now am dying to revamp my work wardrobe. Kerry Washington's clothes as Washington DC fixer Olivia Pope are feminine, yet work appropriate. And I LOVE all of the gorgeous wool coats she sports throughout the three seasons. I'm keeping my eye on winter sales now hoping I can snag a good deal on a grey or creme wool coat.

Also, I gave in and joined Stitchfix now that I'm back into more normal sizes. My first shipment of clothing arrives in a couple of weeks, I'll let you know how it goes.

Who are your favorite TV fashion icons?

Designer Disney Dresses Up For Auction

Harrod's in London is apparently auctioning off designer interpretations of our favorite Disney princess dresses for charity. Oscar de la Renta designed the Snow White number below, Roberto Cavalari designed the Pocahontas one and Missoni the Mulan. Which is your favorite? Belle was always my favorite Disney princess so I'm loving the yellow. They are currently on display in LA and will be auctioned off in November. 

What to Wear?

On August 25th, I will be at the VMAs. This may sound fun and exciting, and hopefully it will be, but currently it's really stressing me out. WHAT AM I SUPPOSED TO WEAR?

I feel like I'm back in high school and going to prom, only this time the popular kids at my school are Beyonce, Jay-Z, Justin Timberlake, Kanye, Lady Gaga...you get the picture.

It's silly, really. I have work deadlines, tons of emails to respond to,  a house to clean, and yet- as I work on it all, in the back of my mind a little voice keeps saying, WHAT WILL I WEAR?

I know this isn't a life of death issue- the world is filled with much larger problems, bigger things I should be concerned about and more important things that I should be spending money on. Yet, still, that little voice keeps saying, WHAT WILL I WEAR? 


So, any ideas? I'm totally open to suggestions.

PS. Here are some looks I won't be rocking...

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Sandals Weather is Coming!

Being that I can't fit into most normal clothes anymore, I'm pretty excited about getting some new, cute sandals for spring/summer! A girls gotta look cute somehow right? Here are a few that caught my eye from around the web.

The Neon Gladiator

The Super- Strappy

The Sparkly Espadrille 

The Steal

The Splurge

The "Brave for a Pregnant Lady" (but so pretty!)

The Everyday Ankle

Daisy for Vogue

How stunning are these pictures of Carey Mulligan in her Great Gatsby attire for Vogue?! I am so excited for this movie, love all the actors and Baz Luhrmann.

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Sseko Sandals in Mexico!

Like Jenny, I'm loving my Sseko sandals! I have the silver ones and they seem to match everything. They were a staple for me on our trip to Mexico and I'm dying for more 70 degree days so I can sport them around Seattle. They were very comfortable to wear and seem to be very durable so I'm planning to order a couple of more straps and rock them all summer. 

So far I've just gone for the basic "gladiator" style tie but there are so many ways to style them I am excited to experiment. Thanks, Sseko, for hooking Jenny and I up with fabulous summer sandals!