Chic Work Look

These pants are amazingly comfortable, I might even go as far as to say that they are life changing and I want to get them in every color. Lately, my new obsession are these drapey-loose-fitting pants and I have been buying them left and right. I got a few from Gap over the weekend, and am eyeing the ones from Banana Republic. These pants are really refreshing to wear to work, where you are standing, sitting, running to and from meetings, etc. I absolutely adore them and think that they are perfect for Summer! Have an amazing rest of your week! I'm heading out to NYC tomorrow, excited, but not at the same time because it looks like its raining every day that I'm there... Boo! Well, here are some other pants that I'm swooning over.

Outfit Details

Top: Nicoleta Double Strap Wrap Top from BCBGMAXAZRIA. {similar}

Steal: Karen Kane Asymmetrical Hem Tank Top from Zappos.
Splurge: Nicoleta Double Strap Wrap Top from BCBGMAXAZRIA.

Bottom: Trouve Elastic Cuff Pleated Pants from Nordstrom. {Part of the Half-Yearly sale!)

Steal: Trouve Elastic Cuff Pleated Pants from Nordstrom.

Splurge: Slim Martie Pant from J.Crew. {super cute!}

Necklace: Autograph Name Plate Necklace from TAudrey.

Steal: Autograph Name Plate Necklace from TAudrey.
Splurge: Jane Basch Designs Personalized Bar Pendant Necklace from Nordstrom.

Watch: 38 mm Apple Watch with Milanese Loop.

Steal: Bulova Unisex Accutrom II from Zappos.
Splurge: 38 mm Apple Watch with Milanese Loop.

Bag: St. Scott New Hanover Tote Bag GBK476 Black thanks to No Such Agency.

Steal: St. Scott New Hanover Tote Bag GBK476 Black.
Splurge: Givenchy Antigona Medium Sugar Goatskin Satchel Bag from Neiman Marcus.

Shoes: Steve Madden 'Stecy' Sandal from ZOOSHOO.

Steal: Simple Strap Heels from Dailylook.
Splurge: Steve Madden 'Stecy' Sandal from ZOOSHOO.

Until Next Time,

C

Dot Lace Pencil Skirt

Nordstrom is having their Half-Yearly Sale right now and runs through 5/31! The sale is on Men, Women, and Kid styles -items are up to 40% off! It is a sale you dont want to miss if you want to get a few new items for Summer!

Slimey my snail friend makes a second appearance! I adore this little guy and find that he makes my outfits so fun and happy. Hehe... but in all honesty I am currently dying from allergies. It seems like I've been getting more and more allergic as the years go on and this year seems to be especially bad. I've been suffering from symptoms like coughing, running nose, sneezing, etc. since mid-December. (Yes, December 2014!) Ahh..... I've tried antihistamines and nasal sprays, and now considering getting an allergy shot. Have any of you been suffering as badly as me? And if you have any recommendations on remedies, please leave them below. Thank you so much and I hope you like this look! 

Until next time and thanks for reading!

Outfit Details

Top: Lou & Grey Loft Malibu Summerstripte Shirt. {Similar}

Steal: Lou & Grey Loft Malibu Summerstripte Shirt.
Splurge: Blank Denim Frayed Chambray Button Down from SHOPBOP.

Bottom: Dot Lace Pencil Skirt from Banana Republic.

Steal: Dot Lace Pencil Skirt from Banana Republic.

Splurge: kensie Open Floral Lace Skirt in White from Zappos.

Handbag: Spring Forward Wicker Snail from Kate Spade New York.

Steal: Destiny Vegan Leather Crossbody Bag in Beige from Dailylook.
Splurge: Spring Forward Wicker Snail from Kate Spade New York.

Watch: 38 mm Apple Watch with Milanese Loop.

Steal: Bulova Unisex Accutrom II from Zappos.
Splurge: 38 mm Apple Watch with Milanese Loop.

Bracelets: Modern 925 Silver X Gold Plated Thin Stackable Bangle thanks to Bling Jewelry.

Steal: Cutout Cuff from Forever 21.
Splurge: Modern 925 Silver X Gold Plated Thin Stackable Bangle from Bling Jewelry.

Heels: Modern Vice Ghillie Heels in Nude from Dailylook.

Steal: Madden Girl Raceyyy Sandal from ZOOSHOO.
Splurge: Modern Vice Ghillie Heels in Nude from Dailylook.

Until Next Time,

C

Zappos Bay to Breakers Race Inspiration

Today I am partnering with Zappos to share a personal story that is inspired by the Zappos Bay to Breakers race. "Things that are valuable are not easy to achieve."  "Just keep swimming... just keep swimming..., just another few miles..."  "Pain is weakness leaving your body." Those are just a few things I repeat to myself over and over as I push myself during my runs. I've been running since middle school and was on the Track & Field and Cross Country team in High School. Running has always been the activity where I feel most connected to myself, the ground, and the world. Everything and everyone else (except my dog Mochi) in the world is zoned out and my mind is clear and focused. You can say that running is my kind therapy. :) I am not running in the Bay to Breakers race this year, but always love following races on social media, especially this one because people get really into dressing up. Some people dress up in groups while other do crazy out of the box stuff. (There is never a dull day in The Bay!) But on another note, did you know that Zappos carries a huge, and I mean huge selection of athletic gear, shoes, accessories, and more! They started off by building their business by offering just footwear, but now carry apparel, accessories, handbags, jewelry, and much more. Zappos is so much more than shoes! The best part about shopping on Zappos is that they have fast and free shipping, and as if that isn't enough, they also have free 365 day return policy. I love doing my shopping on Zappos and just placed a order of cute athletic clothing. Hey a girl can never have too many cute workout clothes! ;)

Until next time,

Connie

I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.

Everyday Eyelet Dress

Hey guys! I hope you're having a great week so far. I can't believe how fast this year is flying by, it is already mid-May and summer is right around the corner. The other half got me the Apple Watch as a late birthday gift and I have really enjoyed playing around with it! Working in from Silicon Valley, we get exposure to a lot of new tech, some are complete flops and some are nice extensions of our gadgets. One feature in the Apple Watch that surprised and has grown on me is their activity app, I always thought that I was a pretty active person; we work out a few days in a week and play tennis on the weekends. But after wearing the watch for a few weeks, I've learned that I don't do enough! So I've been trying to meet my goal that I set in the watch everyday, which has not been easy! But we're not giving up so wish me luck!!

On another note, did you know you can create yourself or a loved one as a bobblehead?! My uncle's company that does this is Headbobble and we have everyone in our family as a bobblehead. It is really fun and a great gift for your someone special, as a wedding gift, or birthday present. Be sure to check him out!

Have a great weekend! <3

Outfit Details

Dress: CeCe by Cynthia Steffe Eyelet Shirtdress from Nordstrom.

Steal: Divine Lace Open-Back Dress in Baby Blue from Chicwish. {so cute!}
Splurge: CeCe by Cynthia Steffe Eyelet Shirtdress from Nordstrom.


Tote: Sand Hampton Travel Tote, Full Grain Leather thanks to Graphic Image.

Steal: Sand Hampton Travel Tote, Full Grain Leather from Graphic Image.
Splurge: Tory Tote in Ivory Pebble Grain from GiGi New York.


Earrings: Elsa Peretti Starfish Earrings in Sterling Silver. {stud version}

Steal: ki-ele Small Starfish Drop Earrings from Nordstrom.
Splurge: Elsa Peretti Starfish Earrings in Sterling Silver.


Watch: 38 mm Apple Watch with Milanese Loop.

Steal: Bulova Unisex Accutrom II from Zappos.
Splurge: 38 mm Apple Watch with Milanese Loop.


Heels: Dailylook Simple Strap Heels in Nude.

Steal: Dailylook Simple Strap Heels in Nude.
Splurge: Steve Madden 'Stecy' Sandal from Nordstrom.


Until Next Time,

Connie

Casual Weekend Wear

Jumping for joy because it is Friday and the other half and I are going to Vegas this weekend!! This might be my everyday look when I am not dressing up for a night out or for any special occasion. I love a great pair of skinnies, a loose tee, and comfortable sandals. I dont know if you can tell, but it was very windy as we shot these photos in San Francisco. My hair was flying all over the place, in many of the shots I had a section of my hair that kept flying vertically up and I looked like Alfalfa from Little Rascals. :) Hope you have a great weekend! xxo

Outfit Details

Top: Women's Vintage Style V-Neck Tee from Old Navy. {similar}

Steal: Women's Vintage Style V-Neck Tee from Old Navy.  

Splurge: Linen-Blend Boyfriend Tee from Old Navy.

Jeans: Articles of Society 'Sarah' Skinny Jeans from Nordstrom.

Steal: Articles of Society 'Sarah' Skinny Jeans from Nordstrom.
Splurge: AG Legging Ankle Jeans from SHOPBOP.

Belt: Zigzag Stitch Hip Belt thanks to Linea Pelle.

Steal: Ralph Lauren Stretch Belt from Nordstrom.
Splurge: Zigzag Stitch Hip Belt from Linea Pelle.

Bag: Black Pebble Grain Mini Taylor Handbag thanks to GiGi New York.

Steal: Remi & Reid Leather Kazim Tote from Dailylook.
Splurge: Black Pebble Grain Mini Taylor Handbag thanks to GiGi New York.

Watch: Michael Kors 'Runway' Chronograph Watch, 39mm from Nordstrom.

Steal: Metallic Chronograph Watch from Forever 21.
Splurge: Michael Kors 'Runway' Chronograph Watch, 39mm from Nordstrom.

Shoes: Steve Madden Rosana Sandal thanks to ZOOSHOO.

Steal: Steve Madden Rosana Sandal from ZOOSHOO.
Splurge: Vince Camuto 'Manelle' Thong Sandal from Nordstrom.


xo, Connie

Vacay Everyday at Home with Palm Breeze

If you don't have a tropical getaway planned for anytime soon, don't feel bad, invite some friends over and throw a mini-getaway at home! Today I'm partnering with Palm Breeze to share with you their yummy sparkling alcohol spritz. When I went out to buy Palm Breeze this past weekend I honestly had a really hard time picking a flavor! The spritz comes in two tropical flavors: Ruby Red Citrus and Pineapple Mandarin Orange. (so hard, right?!) After much consideration, I went with the Pineapple Mandarin Orange and I am loving it! It is so refreshing, light, and perfect for get together with friends and next time your are out buying drinks for a party, definitely try Palm Breeze. :)

Palm Breeze and Blo Blow Dry Bar invites you to a GNO with them! You and your girlfriends will be pampered with complementary blowouts, yummy d'oeuvres, and of course Palm Breeze drink. Check out the RSVP links below and see if theres a GNO near you!

Palm Breeze & Blo Bar Events:

San Diego | DC | Austin | Dallas

I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.