Spiegel- A Century of Style for the New Millennium (Sponsored Post)

I doubt that there's a woman from my my generation and earlier, that isn't familiar with Spiegel. I remember the huge catalogues that would come for my mom and sifting through the pages, picking out all the sophisticated, timeless pieces that would one day fill my grown up wardrobe. Chances are, my mother did the same thing-Spiegel was founded in 1865 and the iconic fashion brand has been setting the styles for women across the country for over a century now!

To read more on how Spiegel is still influencing the way women dress, click here!

A Pair for Every Day of the Week!

This post brought to you by Coastal.com. All opinions are 100% mine.

Designer EyeglassesDerek Cardigan Eyeglasses

I got my first pair of glasses when I was eight years old. At first I was super excited about them {I mean, who doesn’t like being able to see}, but the novelty of them soon wore off. By the time I was 11 or so, I was counting down the days until I’d be able to wear contact lenses {my parents told me that I had to wait until I was 13 and mature enough to take on the responsibility of maintaining them}.

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Your Summer Holiday Maternity Suitcase Sorted

Planning a babymoon with your loved one? Or perhaps you want to enjoy a family holiday with your older kids before the new arrival comes along? Whatever your reason for wanting to get away while pregnant, you’re sure to have deserved some R&R in the sunshine!

Levi Jeans: Which Jeans Are Best For Your Body Type?

With so many cuts and styles of denim available, choosing the perfect jeans can be a daunting task. So, it’s important to know the styles that best suit your body type.

Son of Mars

Son of Mars 

I’ll admit it…I was one of those kids that just had to be the first in line to get my new pair of Air Jordan’s. I remember it well. It was 8th grade graduation when my sister bought me my first pair of Air Jordan 6’s, and right away I was hooked. From that moment, a continual cycle of trying to justify to my mother why it was worth spending $150.00 for a pair of sneakers began, and needless to say, my love affair with Jordan sneakers has continued twenty years later. Strange you say? Perhaps to some, but let me assure you that the Jordan experience is like no other. I’ve had many, dare I say elite sneakers in my day, but none have ever compared.

Give Mom a "Little Bit of Luxury in the Bedroom" with SoffiaB! (Sponsored Post)

Let's face it, unless it's really AWESOME jewelry, most traditional Mother's Day gifts (flowers, chocolates, and toiletries) can be a bit passe. Give mom something different and luxurious this year with SoffiaB. Is there a better way to tell your Mother just how unique and special she is than with a sensational dressing gown?

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Style Star: Fashion Advice and Style Tips For Gals On the Go (Sponsored Post)

I'd like the opportunity to introduce to you lovelies one of my new advertisers, Style Star!

Style Star is an ingenious {and FREE!} app that helps you figure out how to wear the latest fashion trends and what to wear to special events, or every day even! 

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Fab Five Friday: My Spring ShoeDazzle Wishlist!

I signed up for ShoeDazzle ages ago, but have yet to make a purchase. I don't know if it's just me, but I've noticed a distinct difference in the selection offered from the site since Rachel Zoe became involved with company. With each email they send out {and they come sort of frequently, but I don't mind}, I see more and more shoes that I would actually consider purchasing-not only have the styles offered seem to have improved, the quality seems to be much better as well! I received an email this morning with some suggested selections and fell so head over heels {ha!} with a couple pairs featured, that I had to check out the site again and see what else ShoeDazzle has to offer. These are my top 5 favorites {and trust me, it was super difficult to narrow it down} for the spring and summer!

A Guess Girl Spring! (Spring Fragrance Roundup)

Guess Girl is the latest fragrance from the fashion house and is one of my favorite new fragrances I've encountered in a while. Not only is the packaging beautiful and feminine, the fragrance within is the perfect mix of girly/feminine and sexy/sophisticated. In fact, I was so inspired by this vibrant fruity/floral fragrance {that I was sent to review}, I put together this all GUESS set. This is my ideal fashion accompaniment for this scent. The only thing missing is a pair of hoop earrings and a gorgeous handbag-this outfit is perfect for a lunch date or girls' night out!

Forget Wood! The Fifth Anniversary Gift is Vince Camuto!

My king and I "celebrated" {it's in quotation marks, because we didn't exactly celebrate, as I was sick} fifth wedding anniversary earlier this month and he proved, once again, that he has impeccable taste {which is obvious, because he chose me as his wife!}

Fashion Sense from No nonsense!

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of No nonsense. All opinions are 100% mine.


I'd say that my fashion style is all about the details. Often times, I pay more attention to the accessories and accoutrement than the actual outfit. But that doesn't mean that my clothes don't matter! They have to be the perfect canvas for all of my pretty add ons.
As a busy mom, it is important that my style comes off as effortless and chic. It is just as important for me to feel comfortable as it is for me to look fantastic. That's why staples like No nonsense tights and leggings are such great additions to any woman's wardrobe. They can be dressed up or down, and offer quality (which is important in leggings because we all know that cheap, shiny, see-through leggings are not the business) without breaking the bank. No nonsense leggings and tights can be found at most drugstores and mass retailers, so it's tempting to go out and buy every variety, especially considering the introduction of style maven, Jill Martin as their Brand Ambassador and style expert! Jill Martin, author of the New York Times bestselling style guide "I Have Nothing to Wear!," has signed on as the new face of No nonsense and will be assisting them to educate women on how to best incorporate the brands new colors and styles into their wardrobes.

I had the opportunity to try a pair of basic black No nonsense leggings and love them! They are so comfortable, but so easy to dress up! My favorite way to wear them is similar to how the leggings are pictured above, as seen in this post. What is your favorite way to incorporate leggings in your wardrobe? Are you all about basic black (like me) or do you prefer more bright and colorful choices? My inquiring mind wants to know! Leave a comment below and let me know what you think! And don't forget to like No nonsense on Facebook ! Until next time...

Welcome to Emerald City! AKA: Pantone's 2013 Color of the Year

Pantone LLC, the global authority on color and provider of professional color standards for the design industries, announced PANTONE® 17-5641 Emerald, a lively, radiant, lush green as the color of the year for 2013.

The 2012 color of the year, PANTONE 17-1463 Tangerine Tango, a spirited reddish orange, provided the energy boost we needed to recharge and move forward. Emerald, a vivid verdant green, enhances our sense of well-being further by inspiring insight, as well as promoting balance and harmony.

Shop With Me: Winter Solstice Edition

There is no rhyme or reason to my selections, other than they are all awesome and pretty and I want them!  And if you see anything you want, just click on the picture and it will take you right where you need to go. Plus, if you scroll over the picture it will tell you how much it's currently selling for! I try to make it super easy for you to shop with me! Enjoy!

A Stroll in the Park! AKA: An OOTD Post

We took advantage of the unseasonably warm weather and headed down to the park for a couples' photo shoot. It was an absolutely gorgeous day and we discovered so much in the park that we never noticed before. The hubby got incredible shots of the city and the girls, and attempted to get some good shots of me-and I've come to the conclusion that I need to drop a few more LBs before I'm comfortable in front of the camera (though I am making good progress on the weight loss front since I weaned the baby and am no longer constantly ravenous). Anyway, here are the shots of me (and the lil bits) that I did not veto...

Baby, It's Cold Outside! AKA- A Shop With Me LookBook

I don't like the cold, but I like hats and sweaters and boots! Here are a few pieces I'd love to add to my wardrobe to keep things chic even as the thermometer dips. And you can add them to your wardrobe too! Just click on a picture and it will take you right where you need to go to purchase it! I hope you lovelies like my selections and continue to enjoy these "Shop With Me" posts! They're super fun to put together...

Until next time...

FitFlop Offers Limited Edition Styles for Care International's Charity Auction!

UK luxury footwear brand FitFlop is auctioning off 5 limited edition styles to benefit Care International! There is a shoe designed for every style from studded flats...

...to fringe mukluks...

...to red patent leather sneakers...

Now you can get the look of your fave celeb while supporting a great cause! The auction has launched so don't miss your chance to add to your shoe collection AND make a difference! Follow the link the bid on these great shoes AND donate to a worthy cause: http://cgi3.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewUserPage&userid=careorg. Until next time...

Fashion Fall Faves! AKA: Shop with Me!

Yes, I Would Love It If Christina Applegate Dressed My Daughter! AKA: Kenzie + FabKids + You!

Kenzie *modeling* her brand new outfit!

This is precisely why I love Facebook! Perhaps I would have found out about it in some other manner, but it just so happens that I discovered it via a post on Facebook last Tuesday. I read something about a 3 piece outfit for little girls for $39.95 shipped and I had to find out more. So I clicked through and was introduced  FabKids, and I found myself (happily) sucked in to another subscription service...

Classic Smokey Eye With Rimmel London-AKA: Give Good Face

Classic Smokey Eye With Rimmel London by mamafashionist1 featuring rimmel lipstick

Rimmel London originated with perfumer Eugene Rimmel, whose experimentation with fragrance and love of color led him to cosmetics. Upon his death in 1887 his sons took over developing the extensive range of shades and textures. Today Rimmel London creates contemporary products with a professional finish, from eyeshadow palettes and mascaras to classic khol eyeliners. 

Maxi-mize Your Style Like Kourtney Kardashian!

Could that title be more pun-tastic (now go back and read that sentence a la Friends' Chandler Bing)?!?! Lol.  One of my favorite all time favorite styles is the maxi dress. I love how effortlessly chic they are and how with accessories you can morph the same exact outfit into an everyday, running errands garment to elevated elegance. Even style maven (and uber chic mommy of two) Kourtney Kardashian is taking advantage of the style to stay fashionable (without drawing negative attention to her post baby figure).