I wear color -- sometimes. - Photo Shoot

Even though most of my closet is dedicated to black and neutral colors, occasionally I wear brights.
It has not been an easy transition toward colored pants, but I am making baby steps.
Last week, I bought these pink pants and a pair of equally obnoxious red pants from New York & Company.
This weekend, I bought a pair of teal shorts and a pair of red shorts.
Don't hold your breath for florals, though.  I'm way too much of a dude to pull that off.

If there is something near me that I can climb, rest assured -- I will climb it.  Like the true playground kid that I was, I easily hopped on top of this concrete wall without any help from Mr. A.

Tip #7: Find a photographer who makes you laugh.  You get the best pictures.

While taking pictures, we saw some girl running around downtown in a wedding dress.  She and her mom, who was dressed in a NASCAR shirt (classy), were going in and out of bars.  I'm not sure what that was about, but it kept me entertained.

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Camisole: Classiques Entier 

Pants: New York & Company 

Shoes: B.P. (Nordstrom)

Sunglasses: Juicy Couture 

Necklace: Charming Charlie 

Booty Short Season - Photo Shoot

Last weekend, I complained about the weather because we were stuck in a tornado.

This weekend, I am still complaining about the weather because it is swamp ass season once again.  Pro: I can rock the booty shorts once more.

I am sure that my suede boots didn't help make it any cooler for me.

#fashionbloggerproblems 

The jewelry designer Anjolee was kind enough to send a bracelet for me to review, and I have to say that I have nothing but stellar things to say about it. (See picture below.)

This bracelet is by Anjolee.  This particular design is the Wavy Hood Link Diamond Tennis Bracelet.  They also design diamond bracelets, hoop earrings, and diamond necklaces.  The bracelet is small enough to fit my delicate, baby wrists without making me look like a Real Housewife.  It was packaged in the most gorgeous box ever that I will definitely be keeping for the rest of my life, and it sparkled beautifully in the sunlight.  Rating: A+.  I highly suggest that you visit their website to ogle the bling.

Attempting to get my Sasquatch hair out of my face and keep it from sticking to my sweaty forehead.  Ah, summertime, thou art a heartless bitch. 

Off-the-shoulder tops are totally my shee-ite when it comes to warmer weather.  Give me an off-the-shoulder shirt, pair of aviators, and some booty shorts -- I'm a happy girl.

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Top: Nordstrom 

Shorts: Seven 

Boots: Naughty Monkey 

Bracelet: Anjolee 

Sunglasses: Juicy Couture 

Necklace: Charming Charlie 

Code Black - Photo Shoot

The title is ironic considering that I am wearing neon.

Ever been stuck inside a store when a massive storm rips through your city?  It has happened to us twice.
Two years ago, Mr. A and I were inside Macy's when a tornado made a surprise appearance and nearly ripped the top off the store.  Very loudly, I announced, "If a tornado hits us, I'm looting this effing place." (I didn't say "effing.")
This past Saturday was the second time.
#Thunderdome hit the Midwest once again and trapped us inside Sam's Club.
Here's a public announcement for Sam's Club --
Announcing "code black" is not comforting, and neither is telling us that a tornado was spotted in the parking lot.

Thankfully, we managed to fit the photo shoot in before #Thunderdome struck.  Neither Mr. A nor I had ever been to this park before.  It was so quiet and peaceful that we didn't want to leave.  There were these adorable, old houses and structures scattered throughout the grounds, and we just had to use them as backdrops.

My nails match my outfit.  I didn't even plan it that way. 

This is the outfit that I had wanted to wear to last week's trivia night, but I decided not to blind Mr. A's coworkers upon meeting them for the first time.

P.S. We were kept safe in the storm, but my car suffered minor hail damage.  It's not a big deal because it is a hoopdie, anyway, so you really can't tell.  That is one (and maybe the only) benefit of driving a piece of crap.

One minute before this shot was taken, I commented to Mr. A that I heard the sound of a chain jangling.  All of a sudden, this tiny Chihuahua came running up to us just begging to be petted.  We spent a few minutes playing with Sugar (the dog) and talking with his owner.  Furry friends are always welcome at our photo shoots.

Blazer: New York & Company
Tank: New York & Company
Pants: The Limited
Shoes: Calvin Klein
Necklace: from Nordstrom
Sunglasses: Gucci

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Menswear with an Edge - Photo Shoot

Sometimes, things work in your favor.
We were at a park while doing our photo shoot this weekend when a train happened to pass through the town.  I didn't even know this town had a train, but it made a nice backdrop to our pictures.

I wore this outfit to a trivia night with Mr. A and some of his teacher friends.
When I first showed the outfit to Mr. A, he said, "NO." Little does he know.  The outfit that I had originally planned to wear to trivia night was my neon pink blazer with my neon turquoise cropped pants - plus six-inch stiletto heels.  This was toned-down for me.

This is my "there's-a-creeper-staring-at-me-from-the-pavillion-on-the-hill-while-smoking-pot" face.  Hellllpppppp.

When the train arrived, I started giggling uncontrollably.  The fence behind me is actually a skater park, so hipster-skater boys were doing their hipster thing while this country-ish train comes rolling past.  No one else paid any attention to it.

Of course, Mr. A takes the picture when I am actin' a fool.
Of course, I decide to post such a goofy-ass picture of myself.
Soul mates.

Blazer: Halogen
T-shirt: Ralph Lauren
Pants: The Limited
Shoes: Report
Sunglasses: Michael Kors
Tie: Nordstrom

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4 Major Trends for Summer

The weather continues to get warmer, and I continue to get more irritated with the growing number of insects flying in my face.  No amount of complaining will stop the summer from approaching, however, so I may as well embrace the new weather as best as I can.  

Having the opportunity to wear clothes that I haven't worn in a while helps me see the summer months with a more positive attitude.  

Everyone knows I hate sleeves -- Tank tops and halters, here I come! 

Everyone also knows that I like to show off my legs -- Skirts and booty shorts, get excited! 

So let's check out four the major trends that everyone will be wearing this summer. 

1. A Shock of Color 

Bottega Veneta Colorblock Dress

This dress is great for people who are not so good at constructing their own color-blocked outfits -- like me.  The work has already been done.  Now it is up to you to rock the look.

2. A Bold Shoulder

A Detacher - Asymmetrical Cotton Dress

Bold shoulders are great because the rest of the outfit is generally kept fairly simple.  You want all eyes to be on that shoulder.  I love one-shoulder tops and off-the-shoulder tops because it has more of an edgy/boho vibe.

3. Print Overload

Emilio Pucci Lace-Trimmed Silk Top and Cotton Garbadine Rio Print Pants

Prints and I have a love-hate relationship.  I love prints on other people.  I hate prints on myself.  Usually, I opt for more classic and simplistic looks, but if a pair of striped pants happens to wander in my direction, who am I to say no?

4. Maxis

Etro Maxi Dress

Again, this is a love-hate relationship.  As a very small person, I am hesitant to wear anything maxi-sized.  Clothes can easily overwhelm my petite frame, so I would have to find the right style for me.

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