Finally the weekend!

Hey everyone, hope you all are doing great! Any big plans for the weekend? My friends from work are taking me out tomorrow night to celebrate my new job! Need to figure out what to wear now that I mention it...

Well, I finally finished up my last day at my current job. My boss was nice enough to give me Friday off so I now have a long weekend ahead of me! I start my new job on Monday. I'm so ready to take on the fashion world. This is definitely a dream opportunity for me. I think the only thing I am kind of worried about is meeting new people, but I always feel that way at first and it usually turns out alright. So I'm just gonna try not to think about it too much. 

Anyways! I have to wear all black at Hirshleifers so I'm definitely in need of some new staple items that I can mix and match! The worst part about the all black is that my New Years resolution for 2012 was to wear more color! And I actually followed through with that, so my closet is currently very bright and colorful. I guess it's time to darken it up again haha :)

By the way, check out www.hirshleifers.com to get an idea of the amazing products and designers I will be working with. I know I haven't shut up about it but I just can not wait to dive in. I seriously can't believe it's real!

Enough of my blabber and onto the good stuff... Just a few things I wanted to share with you all!

Channeling all black (well, mostly)

I love everything about this look! The top is adorable but the skirt is my favorite for sure. Unfortunately it's sold out, but you can find something similar here, or here for a more reasonably priced, faux option.

Now these pants are something to look at. They are definitely on my Christmas wish list!

7 For All Mankind Jeans

Beckett 8 Eye Boot

Have a great weekend! 

xoxo, Olivia

Friday's Fancies :: Pretty in Pastels :: &Attention New Yorkers!

We're back again for Friday's Fancies with {av} at {long distance loving}.. this weeks theme is Pretty in Pastels! I will admit this was a challenge for me because color is still something I'm still not so comfortable with! I'm a neutrals kinda girl, but have been making a significant effort to incorporate more bright colors into my wardrobe.

7 For All Mankind Skinny Second Skin Legging in Neon Citron
Faster by Mark Fast Aldo Rise Cregger Heels
Ruche Pretty Pastel Floral Dress
7 For All Mankind Rayn Wedge
AK Vintage Necklace

I'm really looking forward to these upcoming weekends! Next week is Scott and I's three year anniversary! I can't believe it's already been 3 years. And May marks my two year anniversary of moving to New York! Crazy how time flies.

So this is a little random and probably strange but I'm dying to branch out a little more and meet some new people. Would any of you ladies in NYC be interested in brunch and a little shopping in the city sometime? I live near Queens and it's only a short train ride for me to venture into the city. Long Island tends to get a little boring at times (read: most of the time) and I can't say the people here are the friendliest (at least that I've encountered). Who knows! I'm just trying to broaden my horizons a bit and so many bloggers I follow are NYC locals that I'd love to meet! Or maybe I'm just being a creep. Anyway, let me know your thoughts. 

I hope you all have a great weekend! Here are a couple snaps I took of my outfit today.

xoxox! Olivia

Friday's Fancies :: Hollywood Glam

Clockwise from left 

| Issa Silk-Jersey Maxi Dress | Kate Spade Sun Stripe Floppy Hat | Miu Miu Headband | Max & Chloe Trina Turk Ocean Tonal Pendant Necklace | Marchesa Notte Strapless Ruffled Silk Cocktail Dress | Gucci Ophelie Two-Tone Open-Toe Pump |

It's finally Friday! I'm linking up with {av} at {long distance loving} for Friday's Fancies... this week's theme is Hollywood Glam! If I were to ever have the honor of attending the Oscars, I'd have a hard time deciding between this Issa Silk-Jersey Maxi Dress and this Marchesa Notte Strapless Ruffled Silk Cocktail Dress. These Gucci pumps are stunning, I love the gold chain t-strap and the gold trim on the heel!

The weather has finally began to *start* to warm up! Yesterday we hit 60° F! I am really ready for Spring, although I am thankful for the mild winter we've had here in New York. Have a great weekend!! I'll be hitting the books hard this weekend- projects, tests, and midterms galore! Cheers!

My aunt posted this on my Facebook page today, she said my Papa Bill loved this song. I love this song, too, and this man sings it with such soul. Enjoy.



R.I.P. Papa <3

Mix & match! Neons, prints and pastels

Similar mint green top, H&M neon yellow blazer, Asos Hoola Suede Platform, Tibi pleated maxi, Loeffler Randall lace up heels, Reiss Romeo handbag, similiar Alexander Wang bucket bag, similiar black bustier, houndstooth pants

I love mint green and pink. The colors are so vintage and cute. 

Houndstooth is also one of my favorite prints and I've been seeing it everywhere recently!

I'm still experimenting mixing colors and prints, but I'm trying! I'm mostly a neutrals kinda girl, but I'm working on incorporating some new bright pieces this Spring.

xx

Waiting patiently for Spring!

Earlier this week in NYC we had a nice little break from the frigid cold weather and boy, did it really make me miss Spring even more! Can't wait for some warmer weather!

It's that time again!

BGBG-  Tapis Espadrille

  These are simple but there's something about them ! I love stripes. Rope wedges are always a classic.

Belle by Sigerson Morrison

I really like these funky Alpine-esque chunky heels. They're really out there. I'm not digging the lavender laces, but those are easily replaceable!

Betsey Johnson- Tiramisu

 These shoes remind me of dalmatians! Lovee!!! I'm a sucker for stacked heels.

Free People- Thea Platform

 I don't know what it is about these shoes but they have such an interesting structure! I love the big thick strap over the middle part with the small straps on the ends. The color blocking on the heel is a nice touch, too!

Sam Edelman- Lulu

 These remind me of a funky version of some riding boots. GIMME!

Steve Madden- Gabbor

Steve Madden- Haiiku

Steve Madden- Troopa

I love Steve Madden so much. Even if it's a classic style or silhouette, he always adds such a nice touch that make the shoe extra special. Always classy, Steve Madden

I need to start keeping up with this more

I am starting to feel motivated and inspired to do my blog postings on a more regular basis. I definitely have a lot of shoe cravings- nothing's changed there. These past couple months have been hectic beyond belief. Scott and I moved out of his parent's house into our own apartment in Elmont, New York. The area is great. Floral Park High School is right down the block and we try to walk the track at least 3 or 4 times a week. This crappy weather has set us back this past week, though. Last night we made homemade cupcakes and frosting for Rosh Hashanah at Vicki's tonight. They came out pretty good for my first attempt at baking without a buying a cake mix from the grocery store. Ok, so on with my shoe obsession...

I am really digging these mensware-esque pumps and flats. They're masculine but definitely sexy and will turn some heads.

I wish these didn't have such hideous laces! I love the work boot feel, though. They remind me of my stepdad's boots that he refuses to replace until the soles wear through. I recently bought a pair of boots that have these same types of holes for the laces. They give some great detail to the shoes.

These are great. I love the western/cowboy vibe. I had a pair of cowboy boots when I was 16-17 that I absolutely adored. I really love wearing girly dresses and a "gruff" kind of shoe. It breaks the outfit up and gives a different feel to the whole look.

I found most of these on Piperlime.com. They have a great selection, surprisingly!

So, I'll be honest .... I like some of Jessica Simpson's (or as we call her, J SIMPS) shoes.

You can't deny a great shoe, no matter what the brand... right? Well I guess it depends. But I was ashamed at first because I liked some styles that J Simps designed.

Jeffery Campbell Cambria Lace Up Heel

Miista Naia Heel

Boutique 9 Harland Slip On Brogue

Hoyt Oxford Sandal

Jeffery Cambell Congo Perforated Wedge

Jeffery Campbell Woven Slingback Brogue

Jeffery Campbell Regis Wege

Jeffery Campbell Brit Boot

I found all these at Free People's website. www.freepeople.com

I bought a pair from Free People the other day.. they still haven't arrived but here they are...

Heide Hiker Platform Boots

SUMMER SHOES, WEDGES I WANT MORE MORE MORE

Betsey Johnson

 I fell in love with these the moment I saw them... So cute for a night out with a summer dress! Even could wear them to the office (which is where I usually am wearing most of my cute shoes unfortunately)...

I love the color of these shoes!!! I want these mossy green in a higher heel maybe a back-zip bootie or something...! These aren't bad but I really just want the color!

 

These are the perfect summer sandles! I think I might need to buy them.... Such a cute pale yellow and brown wedge... would look good with anything!

 

 

These are another unknown pair that I found but I really love the style of the heel. It's sort of part wedge part heel... Strange! But I like. And the laces make it edgy so you could dress them up with something sexy!

Net-A-Porter my day away

Jimmy Choo Kudos

Chloe Mountain Canvas and Suede wedge boots

Just a few randoms

Miu Miu

 

 

 

Vince Camuto

I need these

Bebe White and Cork Peep Toe Pump

Fendi Tan Leather Booties

Steve Madden Handwoven Rainbow Moccasin

So, I really need new summer shoes but I CAN'T buy any because we are moving out soon and have to save !!

On a good note, I just got a pedicure and I love the color. It's called Smooth Sailing by Essie.