tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54361726267958232482024-03-19T04:47:28.492-04:00EarnestyleA personal style blog by Nathalie F.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05041587594496616065noreply@blogger.comBlogger322125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436172626795823248.post-81314261428641632372018-08-24T01:35:00.001-04:002018-08-24T01:35:40.843-04:00My First Devacut!<div style="text-align: center;">
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So back in June, I decided to finally get a <b>Devacut</b> and go exclusively no-heat, (mostly) <a href="https://www.wikihow.com/Follow-the-Curly-Girl-Method-for-Curly-Hair">curly girl method</a>. I was so sick and tired of my damaged locks, so badly fried by years of blow-drying, straightening, doing some highlights here and there. I had been watching curly girl method videos for over a year before I finally went for it. And boy am I glad I did!!<br />
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I went with <b>The Curl Whisperer</b> salon in South Miami, and could not have been more impressed with the place, the staff, the experience itself. Never had I felt so understood and accepted by a hair sytlist before. They just understood my hair goals (wanted to keep length, add some volume, learn to style it appropriately) and didn't try to change my mind about it or explain why I'm terribly wrong. They listened, educated, and delivered these dreamy results. I'm actually planning to go back soon for a bigger chop, but I wanted to be sure to share these on here before that!<br />
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<script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script> Here's a very quick video I put together using my Instagram stories and some of these photos. It shows you my entire Devacut experience, from the frizzy befores to the glorious afters, and all the products and techniques responsible for getting it there. My stylist was <b>Silvana</b>, owner of The Curl Whisperer salon. Her assistant who washed, conditioned, and dried my hair was <b>Taiz</b>, and she was so freaking awesome. I loved how informative, thorough, and patient she was as I asked a ton of questions, recorded the process, and jotted down notes (you can see my little yellow notepad in the video - lol).<br />
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Since my Devacut, I've amassed quite the collection of curly-girl-approved (and some not-approved) hair products. I now own all of the ones I've linked below, except for the <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=616446467&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A5b7f91a85d9d7ff1f8df918b&utm_medium=referral"><b>Dyson hair dryer</b></a>. Very hefty price tag, but well worth the investment. My plan is to save up for it and have it by December. Merry Christmas to me! 😊<iframe frameborder="0" height="372px" seamless="" src="//shopsensewidget.shopstyle.com/#/?options=%7B%22widgetId%22%3A%225b7f91a85d9d7ff1f8df918b%22%2C%22version%22%3A1%2C%22pid%22%3A%22uid8561-23466081-68%22%2C%22size%22%3A141%2C%22columns%22%3A4%2C%22rows%22%3A2%2C%22url%22%3A%22https%3A%2F%2Fapi.shopstyle.com%2Fapi%2Fv2%22%2C%22iframeHeight%22%3A372%2C%22iframeWidth%22%3A684%7D" style="border-style: initial; border-width: 0px;" width="684px"></iframe><br />
Clearly I don't blog anymore (so sad, man -- I miss it so much), but I've become something of a curly girl method vlogger on Instagram. Lol. I update my failures and triumphs with my hair on a daily basis, documenting every new discovery as I go. I'm two months into my curly hair journey, and I've never felt so happy with my hair before. It's a huge struggle; I've often found myself organizing my life around my hair. But tbh, I always did that anyway! What I love most is that I-- and the rest of the curly girl and natural hair community-- am learning to love my hair in its natural state, as it grows out of my head, with no heat (even when you diffuse, you diffuse with cool or warm air only). This hair method has been such an important part of my mission to self-love and self-care a little better. I thank the natural hair community, the black women who started this defiant journey of self-acceptance and self-love to begin with. I am honored to join in on this fight against normative beauty standards, because honestly, ALL hair is beautiful, no matter the type, color, or texture. Keeping it healthy and loving it as it is ain't always easy; it is hard work. But I recently heard the following analogy by someone named Marion Carter in one of the curly Facebook groups I'm in: <br />
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Think of hair as a fabric. Cheap fabrics are common and are wash to wear. Expensive fabrics need to be well taken care of to look their best, some people only wish to own this luxury.</blockquote>
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Couldn't have said it better myself!</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05041587594496616065noreply@blogger.com258tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436172626795823248.post-65267465306232195932018-04-01T14:27:00.001-04:002018-04-01T14:27:09.767-04:00Easter 2018: Chambray Ruffle Off-The-Shoulder Dress<img alt="DSC_1001" height="1600" src="https://farm1.staticflickr.com/783/26291644947_04c295ded4_h.jpg" width="1067" /><br />
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I love the simplicity of this outfit. It's feminine, classic, and very spring-time. The only thing I'm wearing here that I paid for is the bag! Lol. My mom gifted me this chambray ruffle, off-the-shoulder dress for Christmas last year, as well as the Kate Spade heart watch the prior Christmas. The shoes were courtesy of Shopbop, back when I blogged regularly enough to qualify for such perks. And the lovely tassel earrings were a Christmas gift from one of my dear therapist friends, who found these little beauties at a Wynwood market. Neither of us can remember the name of the place, but we do know that they were handmade by a local Miamian who sells them there. I will be sure to update this if and when I find out the name! I love them so much, and would love to purchase a few more of these, specifically in emerald green! I love emerald so much.</div>
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DRESS: Tommy Hilfiger via Macy's // EARRINGS: Wynwood market // BAG: Nordstrom // WEDGES: <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=669935557&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A5ac121c34df12834a3804188&utm_medium=referral"><b>Raye (exact here in beige)</b></a> via Shopbop // BROWS: <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=505542236&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A5ac121c34df12834a3804188&utm_medium=referral"><b>Anastasia Brow Definer</b></a> // LIPS: <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=713212615&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A5ac121c34df12834a3804188&utm_medium=referral"><b>NYX </b></a></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">Well this outfit was such a hit at Sunday brunch yesterday that I made it a point to make a proper blog post out of it! I got this<b> <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=677336254&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A5a8b285f2391f3fa7249a7d2&utm_medium=referral">top from Shein (at just $10!)</a> </b>a few months ago and hadn't worn it yet. Immediately I knew I wanted to pair it with something just as bold, because <i>more is more</i>. I loved the idea of mixing all these natural prints and rich textures together, from the botanical, embroidered top to the <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=701242700&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A5a8b285f2391f3fa7249a7d2&utm_medium=referral"><b>calf hair leopard heels</b></a>, plus some distressed denim. It would've looked even cuter with the fringe leg jeans that are so popular now but I don't own a pair. I finished it off with some matching jewelry (particuarly my <a href="https://candcbangles.com/"><b>Candles & Confetti</b></a> bangles that I own in like every color) and tried to pull some of the green shades into my eye makeup.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "pt serif" , serif; font-size: 15px;">TOP: <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=677336254&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A5a8b285f2391f3fa7249a7d2&utm_medium=referral" target="_blank"><b>Shein</b></a> ($10!) // JEANS: J. Crew // HEELS: <b><a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=701242700&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A5a8b285f2391f3fa7249a7d2&utm_medium=referral">Macy's</a> // </b>CLUTCH: ILY Couture // BELT: Forever 21 // BRACELETS: <a href="https://candcbangles.com/"><b>Candles & Confetti</b></a>, <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=658749018&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A5a8b285f2391f3fa7249a7d2&utm_medium=referral"><b>Kate Spade</b></a>, <b><a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=658749018&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A5a8b285f2391f3fa7249a7d2&utm_medium=referral">Maria Shireen hair tie bracelet</a> // </b>EARRINGS: Kate Spade </span><b style="color: #707070; font-family: "pt serif", serif; font-size: 15px;"></b></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "pt serif" , serif; font-size: 15px;">TOP: <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=677336254&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A5a8b285f2391f3fa7249a7d2&utm_medium=referral" target="_blank"><b>Shein</b></a> ($10!) // JEANS: J. Crew // HEELS: <b><a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=701242700&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A5a8b285f2391f3fa7249a7d2&utm_medium=referral">Macy's</a> // </b>CLUTCH: ILY Couture // BELT: Forever 21 // BRACELETS: <a href="https://candcbangles.com/"><b>Candles & Confetti</b></a>, <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=658749018&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A5a8b285f2391f3fa7249a7d2&utm_medium=referral"><b>Kate Spade</b></a>, <b><a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=658749018&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A5a8b285f2391f3fa7249a7d2&utm_medium=referral">Maria Shireen hair tie bracelet</a> // </b>EARRINGS: Kate Spade </span><b style="color: #707070; font-family: "pt serif", serif; font-size: 15px;"></b></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05041587594496616065noreply@blogger.com115tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436172626795823248.post-7110572104403038902017-12-26T13:22:00.002-05:002017-12-26T13:40:18.692-05:00Warm Weather Christmas Outfits: Day and Night <img src="https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4691/39286387812_528624ecdb_b.jpg" style="display: none;" width="650" /><br />
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TOP: <a href="http://alicemariedesigns.com/" style="font-family: Times; font-size: medium; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">Alice Marie</a> // PANTS: Forever 21 // FLATS: Melissa Shoes // BAG: Michael Kors // SUNGLASSES: Free People // CHOKER: Macy's // LIP: <b><a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=214833940&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A5a4289464df1289cff117e48&utm_medium=referral" target="_blank">Sephora</a> // </b>RING: Alex and Ani<br />
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Well, clearly I don't blog anymore, but something about these rose gold beauties I encountered today made me want to head on over to Polyvore and make this little collection. Then I came over here and published this post, for old times' sake!</div>
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People don't really read blogs like they used to anymore-- it's all about the 'gram nowadays. Apparently not even Snapchat is as much of a thing for bloggers anymore? Idk, I've been out of it for a few months, which is apparently equal to about 5 years, ha. These days all I do is work, and between the never-ending demands of my job and the crippling perfectionism that made me edit photos like a sloth, I realized I just couldn't blog anymore.</div>
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I do want to create an end-of-year post, just for me and any future kids/grandkids who might encounter this little blog of mine one day. :)</div>
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Because so much shit went down this year. It has been absolutely insane, and has forever changed who I am. So dramatic, but I kid you not, 2017 really was that transformative for me. </div>
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In case I don't quite get to it, let's have a proper sign off: </div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year!</span></b></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05041587594496616065noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436172626795823248.post-79822500906209867542017-05-23T12:22:00.002-04:002017-05-23T12:52:17.037-04:00Kotor, Montenegro Photo Diary<div style="text-align: center;">
Yesterday marked ONE YEAR since I was in this wondrous, magical land known as Kotor, Montenegro.<br />
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<img alt="Kotor medieval town from above + Norwegian Spirit cruise" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/6/5535/30462722576_9c95f91fa7_h.jpg" title="" /></div>
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<b>TANK</b>: Borrowed from bestie // <b>LEGGINGS</b>: Target // <b>SNEAKERS</b>: Nike // <b>AVIATORS</b>: LOFT // <b>BACKPACK</b>: Target // <b>FITBIT</b>: <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Ffitbit-charge-hr-heart-rate-and-activity-tracker-wristband%2F-%2FA-51595762&pid=uid8561-23466081-68" target="_blank"><b>Target</b></a> // <b>LIPSTICK</b>: <b><a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=505888321&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A5850d818e7055a8880225c81&utm_medium=referral" target="_blank">Marc Jacobs in Kiss Kiss Bang Bang</a></b><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">We took a bike riding excursion, and the tickets specified that we had to be above a certain height (I think it was 5'4"). I am a shorty at 5'1", so I went for this hairstyle to try to add some height. Lol</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Abandoned church atop the mountains</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">This bike excursion was SO MUCH FUN! We biked 14 miles through different villages all around the bay.</span></td></tr>
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Here's how the <a href="https://www.ncl.com/excursions/search?qs=N%3D4294967162%2B4294964190%26Ne%3D8057%26Nr%3DAND%2528AND%2528AND%2528p_Record_Type%253ASF%252Cp_Shorex_Status%253AAVL%2529%252Cp_Currency_Code%253AUSD%2529%252Cp_Currency_Code%253AUSD%2529%26Nu%3Dp_Shorex_Package_Id" target="_blank"><b>NCL website</b></a> describes our excursion:<br />
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There is no better way to discover the highlights of Boka Bay and its natural beauty than by bike. At the pier, you’ll meet your tour leader, who will give you a short introduction about the tour, safety briefing and equipment needed. Then your adventure starts. A 14 mile (23 km) itinerary takes you to some of the most interesting places of the area. See fishing villages, small islands with churches, old palaces, beaches and beautiful nature. </div>
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<span style="font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.3em;">You’ll pass through the sleepy villages of Muo, Prcanj and Stoliv, so you can get an idea of how the locals live. Stop at the Gospa od Skrpjela viewpoint. Here, you’ll see a beautiful church perched on a little green island in the middle of the sea. Finally, you’ll pedal back towards Kotor, pausing to enjoy a refreshment break. Snap some more photos and enjoy a coffee or ice-cream at one of the seaside cafés on the way.</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">Church atop the mountains, Our Lady of Remedy. It was reportedly built in honor of the Virgin Mary by the survivors of the plague in their gratitude.</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">LOOK AT HOW WELL PRESERVED THIS MEDIEVAL TOWN IS!! <3</td></tr>
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I hope to post some of my Venice photos soon! Gonna take it back to last year on the blog this week. :)<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05041587594496616065noreply@blogger.com8Kotor, Montenegro42.424662 18.77123400000004942.418769499999996 18.761106000000048 42.4305545 18.781362000000051tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436172626795823248.post-4058816054908577252017-05-16T12:53:00.003-04:002017-05-16T19:46:08.361-04:00Birthday at the Beach<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrz5C8EqpOzqa-wEN6tS4b31UKgJIPSKVCixpSFhiFgvnZkpZXqO5GW7BgDKbXhhLy-ohgJULoXnGMYADCbEqgIBoEWCe72_DcBbTXewmqPWdKONZJpIS5tuvAMyVAUoUOAh1FJzJcKqw/s1600/Birthday+at+the+Beach.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Hi, all! I am so excited to be posting again!! 🌊 🌞 💙 🎉</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Yesterday was my birthday and I was able to spend it at the beach! I had the best birthday I've had in years, celebrating all weekend long with my friends and family, good food, and excellent conversation. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">The day was <i>beautiful</i> yesterday-- just take a look at this water! Crystal clear, blue waters against a sunny, cerulean sky. I wore this flounce swim crop top from Victoria's Secret, which I bought last year immediately after seeing it on <a href="http://www.embellishedcloset.com/2016/09/so-bleu.html" target="_blank"><b>Raina of The Embellished Closet</b></a>. It's not available anymore, but I linked a similar one from Target at the end of the post. And of course I paired it with my favorite black high waist bottom, also from VS. I really like how conservatively sexy this combo is, not to mention comfortable.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">SWIM: Victoria's Secret (flounce top from last year, no longer available; bottom from 2 years ago, <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=639295842&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A591b1838e7055ad75265cec1&utm_medium=referral" target="_blank"><b>similar mesh detailed bottom here</b></a>) // SUNNIES: Free People // CHOKER NECKLACE: from a random mall cart; <b><a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=640974156&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A591b1838e7055ad75265cec1&utm_medium=referral" target="_blank">similar evil eye choker here</a> // </b>LIPS: Revlon Colorburst lip butter in Candy Apple (I think it's been discontinued and I'm so upset!)</div><script async="" charset="utf-8" src="//embedr.flickr.com/assets/client-code.js"></script> <br />
<div style="text-align: center;">------------ SHOP SIMILAR ------------<iframe height="372px" seamless="" src="//shopsensewidget.shopstyle.com/#/?options=%7B%22widgetId%22%3A%22591b1838e7055ad75265cec1%22%2C%22version%22%3A1%2C%22pid%22%3A%22uid8561-23466081-68%22%2C%22size%22%3A141%2C%22columns%22%3A4%2C%22rows%22%3A2%2C%22url%22%3A%22https%3A%2F%2Fapi.shopstyle.com%2Fapi%2Fv2%22%2C%22iframeHeight%22%3A372%2C%22iframeWidth%22%3A684%7D" style="border-style: initial; border-width: 0px;" width="684px"></iframe></div><div style="text-align: center;">Looking forward to posting more soon! I have several blog posts planned for the next few weeks. :)</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05041587594496616065noreply@blogger.com2Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA25.76423 -80.1306915999999770.10915850000000304 -121.61506659999998 51.4193015 -38.646316599999977tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436172626795823248.post-62253772133454140472017-03-19T00:43:00.000-04:002017-03-19T00:43:41.496-04:00Muted Primary Colors<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I've worn this little cardigan so many times on the blog, and even more in real life. It's the perfect little cardigan to complement an office look or casual weekend outfit. </div>
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Hello after another unintentional hiatus! I've been busy with work and studying for the NCMHCE, but here I am today with a blog post from a gorgeous February day in Captiva and Fort Myers. </div>
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My mermaid necklace is from <a href="http://www.lexijewelry.com/handcrafted-little-mermaid-necklace-small/" target="_blank"><b>Lexi Jewelry</b></a> and I have loved it for years (<a href="http://earnestyle.blogspot.com/2014/01/versatile-and-eclectic.html" target="_blank"><b>e.g., here in 2014</b>)</a>. At the risk of sounding like a hipster, I loved mermaids before they were cool! I guess they've always been cool, really. But I like to think no one likes mermaids like I do. I even have a whole board dedicated to them on Pinterest, called <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/nathyness/mermaid-madness/" target="_blank"><b>Mermaid Madness</b></a>. Anyway, my little mermaid necklace is always a hit and a great conversation piece. Lexi is a local Miami jewelry designer who makes all her pieces by hand. Check her out <a href="http://www.lexijewelry.com/" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a>. She has some really pretty chokers lately.</div>
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The FL west coast has changed so much since I last visited in 2003 (way pricier and more crowded now), but the relaxing vibes are still there, as are the endless number of beautiful seashells. A friend said my first outfit was a "great shelling outfit," which is great because that's actually what I did in it! Then I had to change it. I wore 3 different tops on that day because I did not pack correctly. I was so focused on packing for my friend's <a href="http://earnestyle.blogspot.com/2017/02/beach-formal-wedding-in-paradise-on.html" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">magical beach wedding</a>, plus it had been cool in Miami that week so I figured it would be even cooler "up" on the west coast. It <i>was</i> pretty chilly (for Florida standards), but of course it was hot by day and all I had were long sleeves! I didn't even pack a bathing suit! Thankfully I had borrowed the bright yellow shirt from my mom, who stayed in Fort Myers with my dad for a staycation of their own. It is such a mom t-shirt but boy did it come in handy. The sunset pictures are from Fort Myers, and you can see it got FL "chilly" again since I switched into a sweater top. </div>
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So I spent my weekend at a therapist friend's destination wedding in Captiva Island, FL. The weather could not have been any more perfect-- there wasn't a cloud in the sky, and it was nice and cool all weekend. All the wedding celebrations took place in the <a href="http://www.southseas.com/" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">South Seas Island Resort</a>. It was the most beautiful wedding I have ever been to, and not just because it was in paradise. But paradise it was! Just look below!</div>
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I initially wasn't sure what to wear to this wedding because of the setting and location, but I ended up going with my <b>fuchsia eShakti dress</b> from <a href="http://earnestyle.blogspot.com/2014/12/eshakti-review-hot-pink-ponte-knit-dress.html" target="_blank"><b>my most popular blog post to date</b></a>. I loved that it was bright yet muted enough for a not-quite-spring Florida beach wedding. Since the dress is plain enough to work in a variety of settings, I added some <b>bold statement jewelry</b> and <b>glittery details</b> to get the "<b>beach formal</b>" vibe. The necklace (which I got for $17 a few years ago at LOFT) is a very chunky, heavy, floral/coral looking thing that I like to think a mermaid would totally wear to a wedding. Lol. Plus the shiny bag and shoes!<br />
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It was a magical weekend filled with love, friendship, laughter, and all the feels. I had never been to a beach wedding before, and everything came out so damn gorgeous. It all felt like a movie.<br />
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No one does Valentine's Day like <b>Kate Spade</b> does. Kate Spade herself has actually <a href="http://www.refinery29.com/2016/02/102342/kate-valentine-name-change" target="_blank"><b>changed her name to Kate Valentine</b></a>! (Though it wasn't for her love of Valentine's Day but we can pretend it was.) I've loved the <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=619197083&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A588ecec0e7055a1a1786fc41&utm_medium=referral" target="_blank"><b>heart purse</b></a> since I first saw it last year, and I own the <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=616624023&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A588ecec0e7055a1a1786fc41&utm_medium=referral" target="_blank"><b>nude and rose gold mother-of-pearl heart watch</b></a> (so cute and goes with everything). But the biggest winner of these V-Day beauties has to be the red bow heels! They are so freaking cute! Just look at them on Julia-- these photos below are from her <a href="http://galmeetsglam.com/2016/12/double-bows/" target="_blank"><b>"Double Bows"</b></a> post in December.</div>
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Looks crazy now in our upper 70's weather, but last weekend we had a rainy cold front that brought us temperatures in the 50s! Clearly I love when this happens (like <a href="http://earnestyle.blogspot.com/2016/01/belted-blanket-scarf.html" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a> or <a href="http://earnestyle.blogspot.com/2016/01/january-autumn.html" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">here</a> last year). I stayed warm and dry in my trusty TOMS rain boots. I actually own 3 pairs of rain boots but these are always the ones that make it on the blog. Gotta show you my floral navy blue ones next time. Also, I'm wearing 2 things from Costco here: the scarf and umbrella. Let me tell ya, Costco has some great quality pieces sometimes! And super affordable. Don't skip the clothing section next time you're there.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05041587594496616065noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436172626795823248.post-90170029960238667932017-01-29T23:57:00.000-05:002017-05-16T12:56:00.118-04:00Matchy-Matchy with That Wynwood Wall<img src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/479/32221039250_5d1c7b0513_h.jpg" style="display: none;" /><img alt="The Wynwood Building" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/461/31378378954_ee44bc4097_h.jpg" style="text-align: center;" title="" /><br />
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Thing is, I don't hang out much in the Midtown/Wynwood/Design District area (unless it's for work). This dramatically<b> gentrified neighborhood</b>, with all its overpriced shops and restaurants, is all the rage for tourists and locals alike, but to me it still feels mostly inauthentic. None of that stuff was there 15, even 10 years ago. It just boggles my mind still. But alas, it's the same old story we're seeing in cities across America and the world. Gentrification. Urban displacement. Shoving poverty under the rug.</div>
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I do love the <b>street art</b> though. I'm lucky to live in a place where some of the most renowned street artists of our time leave their marks on our walls for all to see. This is one of those walls, which belongs <b>The Wynwood Building</b>, which you will surely recognize because it is everywhere (like with Camila <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BOTCdL2AWGE/" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a> or Keiko and Bobby <a href="http://keikolynn.com/2016/03/wynwood-walls.html" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a>). All these photos were taken by Marion of the <a href="https://miaritz.com/2016/11/13/black-body-gold-skirt/" target="_blank"><b>Miaritz blog</b></a>. It was great fun!</div>
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<img alt="The Wynwood Building black and white stripes" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/526/32477505121_e74a35fd84_h.jpg" title="" /><img alt="JustFab black lace up heels" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/479/32221039250_5d1c7b0513_h.jpg" title="" /><img alt="DSC_0554" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/604/32220819110_503c15d33b_h.jpg" width="350" /> <img alt="DSC_0598" src="https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/483/32221311600_a827a05a35_h.jpg" width="350" /><br />
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Hello 2017! So good to meet you. Pop cultural lore has it that 2016 was a trash year, from all the deaths of greats to the elections and ongoing global violence. For me personally 2016 was a very intense mix of joys and letdowns. It affected my blogging for sure. But I managed to post 36 outfits throughout the year, one more than 2015. I've collaged some of my favorite outfits into this post, and then there's the smoky palette giveaway. I always like to do giveaways at the end of each year. View the complete post to enter! 😊</div>
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Click <a href="http://earnestyle.blogspot.com/p/looks.html" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a> to view all of last year's outfits at a glance.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">HAPPY NEW YEAR! 🎉</span></div>
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I'm not actually doing anything tonight, just chilling at home waiting for the ball drop. Same as last year. But that did not stop me from getting all dressed up earlier today with what I would wear if I <i>were</i> doing something. Just like last year! This is why I love blogging. I can wear stuff even if I have nowhere to go.</div>
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I have been waiting for the most minimal drop in temperature on NYE for <i>years</i> just to be able to wear this <b>embellished vintage sweater</b> that belonged to my mom. She's not sure if it's from the 80s or 90s. Love the little snowflake pattern. I paired it with this <span style="text-align: start;"><b><a href="http://www.romwe.com/Champagne-High-Waist-Pleated-Flare-Skirt-p-158727-cat-682.html" target="_blank">Champagne High Waist Pleated Flare Skirt</a> </b>from Romwe that I got in the spring (now on sale for </span>$27.99). I also bought these <b>iridescent statement drop earrings</b> from The Limited during a recent 75% off sale because I knew they'd go really well with this outfit. And then of course there's my beautiful gaudy <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=514104946&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A58685617e7055a3c3dcd1bc9&utm_medium=referral" target="_blank"><b>glitter heels</b></a> from Steve Madden which I bought on sale on Black Friday (still going for the sale price <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=514104946&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A58685617e7055a3c3dcd1bc9&utm_medium=referral" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a>). Finally I added my Jessica McClintock <b><a href="http://christiana%20ball%20mesh%20minaudiere./" target="_blank">Christiana Ball Mesh Minaudiere</a> </b>which I also wore in <b><a href="http://earnestyle.blogspot.com/2016/01/dark-glam-on-nye.html" target="_blank">last year's NYE post</a></b>.</div>
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SWEATER: Vintage // SKIRT: Romwe // HEELS: <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=514104946&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A58685617e7055a3c3dcd1bc9&utm_medium=referral" target="_blank"><b>Steve Madden via Macy's</b></a> (still on sale) // MINAUDIERE: <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=616773559&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A58685617e7055a3c3dcd1bc9&utm_medium=referral" target="_blank"><b>Jessica McClintock</b></a> // EARRINGS: The Limited // RINGS: Jewelmint (RIP) // LIPSTICK: Clinique<br />
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Today I am ending the year with a bang with this massive post on <a href="http://www.islandgirlmiami.com/" target="_blank"><b>Island Girl Miami</b></a>, shot in September but posted in December for the familiar reasons you already know (two jobs, full-time therapist, part-time blogger, yadda yadda yadda).<br />
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This local gem is right next to Anthropologie in Merrick Park, and though it's quite small it makes up for it with its unique inventory of <b>colorful, boho flair</b>. I've always loved this little store, so when my friend <a href="https://miaritz.com/" target="_blank"><b>Marion of the Miaritz blog</b></a> invited me to tag along with her for some outfit shoots, I jumped on the chance.</div>
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This is the color explosion that typically greets you at the door. You can find everything you'll need for a glamorous vacation feel whether it's for the pool, beach, casual daytime, or dressy nighttime. Their accessories are to die for, particularly their bags and jewelry.</div>
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I was obsessed with this <a href="http://www.islandgirlmiami.com/product/sessun-ettore-bag/" target="_blank"><b>Sessun Ettore Crossbody Bag</b></a>, and it was on sale at the time. Should've taken it!</div>
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This <a href="http://www.islandgirlmiami.com/product/tooshie-hampton-reversible-bikini/" target="_blank"><b>"Hamptons" triangle bikini by Tooshie</b></a> was WAY too small on me but I wore it anyway because, again, I was caught by that beautiful dark green color. It's not often you see bathing suits in these gorgeous gem tones. This one is <b>reversible</b> so you get <b>two bikinis in one</b>, and it's lined with a beautiful <b>metallic gold</b> that screams #mermaidstatus. I added one of their hats, an oversized boho bag, this <a href="http://www.islandgirlmiami.com/product/prunelle-kimono/" target="_blank"><b>off-white embroidered coverup</b></a>, and the <b>summer shoe of the moment </b>(<a href="http://www.islandgirlmiami.com/product/greek-gladiator-wrap-sandals/" target="_blank"><b>here in blue</b></a>) to complete this <b>"fall" beach look</b>. We have no fall or winter in Miami but we can sure bring a little taste of the seasons to our lives in the form of gorgeous gem tones!</div>
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<b>In sum, Island Girl Miami is a great place to find those conversation-starting, lust-worthy boho pieces that you can wear on beach vacations, the weekend, or even weddings.</b> I was really surprised at that last part, as I had never browsed through their actual clothing before, only their beachy things. The only downside to this store is that it is quite pricey. I imagine this is because the shop carries small indie designers from all over, particularly France. The pieces are so unique that the prices are justifiable for the most part. A lot of their stuff is more affordable, like the shoes and accessories. They also have good sale sections.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05041587594496616065noreply@blogger.com22330 San Lorenzo Ave, Coral Gables, FL 3314625.7488458 -80.26299719999997325.5188418 -80.587093699999969 25.978849800000003 -79.938900699999976tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436172626795823248.post-18319796750297365692016-12-24T01:56:00.000-05:002017-02-14T23:56:26.966-05:00102 Dalmatians Christmas<div style="text-align: center;">
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<a name='more'></a>This was one of my many Christmas-y work outfits of the week, worn on Wednesday. I wish I had photos of my Thursday one which apparently was even cuter because I got a ton of compliments on it. Maybe next year. But for this outfit that I bring you today, it started with me wanting to wear my <b><a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=505141887&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A585e0ae9dd4edbdf114c1d8a&utm_medium=referral" target="_blank">red work pants</a></b>. I also wanted to wear this <b>J. Crew pussy bow tee</b> (thank you Melania Trump for introducing me to the term) that I've had for over a year but had never actually worn before. The bow is reminiscent of a present so I thought it was perfect. I added some bow earrings that I've had forever to keep with the theme, and this polka dot cardigan to make it extra festive. I finished it off with my <a href="http://candcbangles.com/collections/bangles-1" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">Candles and Confetti bangles</a>, an old gem bracelet, classic black pumps and of course some red lipstick.<br />
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Also, throughout my Elementary school years my little Catholic school had an annual school-wide Christmas play that we all loved dearly. When I was in 5th grade we had a Christmas play with a 102 Dalmatians theme (it was in 2000, when the movie came out). We wore a white sweatpant set with velcroed spots. Our hair was covered in white hair spray and our face in white face paint with black spots. It was the cutest costume. This outfit totally reminded me of that, hence the title of this post.</div>
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Hi, hello! It's almost Christmas but here I am with a post from September. My blogging was so spotty in the second half of this year--I didn't even get to finish my Euro cruise posts. With my new job and a bunch of other (mostly good) stuff that's been happening, I haven't had much time for my favorite hobby. Usually I don't have time to take outfit photos, but now I have the opposite problem with way too many photos that need to be edited for way too many posts that need to be made! </div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><a name='more'></a><img alt="DSC_0619" src="https://c4.staticflickr.com/1/291/31654467595_877457671b_h.jpg" style="text-align: center;" /><br />
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These photos are from an outing to the Design District with my blogger friend Marion of the blog <a href="https://miaritz.com/" target="_blank"><b>Miaritz</b></a>. You can check out her version of this post <a href="https://miaritz.com/2016/10/16/fashion-skirt-a-design-district/" target="_blank"><b>here</b></a>.<br />
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Love me some Kate Spade, particularly her bags and earrings. I've been after these <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=607917631&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A584491fbdd4edb6477fa9acd&utm_medium=referral" target="_blank"><b>multi-color Kate Spade earrings</b></a> for the past three years and I finally got them! When I went to go get them I saw most of these earrings at Macy's too, and boy did I want them all. Good thing I have a style blog-- if I can't have something irl, I shall document their existence and have them here!<br />
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It's not kind to rejoice in anyone's death but the Cuban exile community had been waiting for Castro's demise or death for almost 60 years. The rest of the world may think of El Che and Fidel Castro as heroic revolutionaries, but we know better. Castro was a tyrant who ruled through oppression and propaganda. He and his cronies, like El Che, executed thousands of innocents by firing squad and jailed countless others simply because they opposed them. Castro took away people's hard-earned businesses and properties, my grandpa, <i>mi viejito lindo</i>, being one of them. He brought sugar and all other production to a standstill, made it difficult for people to find and afford food, and brought a previously economically successful country to depend on foreign aid from the Soviets, and when that didn't pan out, oil from Venezuela. He made it illegal for people to leave the country, forcing millions of people to flee via makeshift rafts. Those who were lucky left while it was still legal or as young children in the "Peter Pan" Operation, in which parents made the desperate decision to send their children to the states alone. My mom was supposed to be one of them but my grandma backed out. Instead they came in one of the "Freedom Flights" of the 60s and 70s but she and my grandpa had to "buy" their way through forced agricultural labor for three years. My dad came in the 80s through the Mariel boatlift, the last time Fidel opened the floodgates for all those "gusanos" (pejorative term meaning "worms" to refer to those who opposed the communist regime) who wanted to leave. The raft phenomenon really exploded in the 90s and continues to this day. So many lives have been lost at sea, including Elian Gonzalez's mother who risked her life to bring her son to this country. Of course, the United States government sided with the communist father and returned the child to Cuba, where he was indoctrinated and made a national symbol and spokesperson for the merits of the regime. His mother's death was in vain. </div>
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And what <i>are</i> these so-called merits of the revolution? Well, there's the fabulous health and education systems that Cuba boasts about. The world has swallowed this particular propaganda hook, line, and sinker. You see, supposing that Cuba has an excellent education system that has produced many doctors, nurses, engineers, etc., those doctors are exported to other countries such as Venezuela in exchange for their oil, and they love it because it's one way out. Everyone else who earns a professional degree ends up working in the tourism industry, whether at hotels or as drivers and so on, because there they can earn American dollars, which actually has real purchasing power in Cuba as opposed to their peso. As for the quality of Cuba's healthcare... It's laughable what they claim. The hospitals are often in unsanitary conditions and always in dire need of medication and supplies, which are regularly sent to Cuba as remittances from American family members. </div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;">So as soon as my dad and I learned that Castro had really died this time (he "died" so many times since 2006), we went straight to the unofficial headquarters of the Cuban exile community: Versailles Restaurant. Never mind that it was 2 am-- the mayor had already asked the police to close off that section of Calle Ocho so that people could gather. The city apparently had a </span><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2016/11/26/us/miami-cubans-fidel-castro.html" style="text-align: justify;" target="_blank"><b>"Castro is dead" plan</b> </a><span style="text-align: justify;">for years, and it was finally happening. We stayed until 3:30 am, and the next day we went back for more.</span><br />
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Cuba was in official mourning for 9 days, culminating in the burial of Castro's supposed ashes yesterday. There are many videos showcasing the grief and devastation of his commie supporters. But behind those mourning his loss in front of the cameras are people who had to show face at these events or they'd risk outing themselves as opposers, which could lead to trouble with <i>el comité</i> (watchdog type neighborhood groups with eyes and ears everywhere), their workplace, the government. </div>
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<span style="text-align: start;">Yes we were celebrating Castro's death, but we were also celebrating in hopes of a new Cuba, one that is free to pursue economic, religious, and political freedoms it has been denied for 6 decades. Let's see what happens for my motherland now. </span><span style="text-align: start;">Opening up the island to American tourism and business, plus this guy's death-- let's hope Cuba can make a new name for itself beyond the legacy of this communist mafioso who oppressed and murdered his people, reaped in all the benefits (<a href="http://www.forbes.com/sites/keithflamer/2016/11/26/10-surprises-about-castros-extravagant-life/#2043b0ee7302" target="_blank"><b>he was reportedly worth $900 million</b></a>-- talk about a humble communist), and </span>conned the world.</div>
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Longest Shoesday Tuesday I've ever done but I just couldn't stop myself once I started browsing these <b>Nikes</b>. Having <b>"shoe game"</b> is one of the most important superficial things for a born and bred Miami native. I have never been part of this club, because I've always preferred girlier shoes and I've also never had a reason to. But ever since I joined the gym in the summer I've been eyeing all the pretty workout gear on the bodies of people I will never look like. <b>If I can't have their butts, at least I can have their workout clothes amirite?</b> (No but seriously, the internal social comparison at the gym is not as intense as I imagined it'd be. Halleluyah).</div>
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But anyway, I started by investing in some VS sports bras during the semi-annual sale, then I moved on to leggings from Marshall's (great deals lemme tell ya), and now I'm thinking <b>it's time for shoes</b>. Hence this Shoesday Tuesday. I wanted to organize them by price, low to high, because that's how I shop always (budget life). But those pretty colors were begging to be put into a rainbow, and also you can compare similar styles more easily this way.<br />
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So there it is, the longest Tuesday Shoesday I've ever done. <b>Are you into sneakers? Do you call them that, or tennis shoes? </b><i>Fun fact: South Florida takes this term from our northeastern transplants. See below.</i></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05041587594496616065noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5436172626795823248.post-21808879054321791032016-10-06T23:15:00.000-04:002016-10-17T23:27:45.293-04:00Fun Stuff Friday: Stylish Rain Gear (brought to you by Hurricane Matthew)<div style="text-align: center;">
South Florida took Hurricane Matthew very seriously. We are a party people, but when it comes to hurricanes <i>we know </i> the importance of preparing (and maybe throwing a hurricane party indoors). But it ended up missing Miami-Dade County entirely. We've had worse storms this year that <i>weren't</i> hurricanes. Still, most offices closed here as of yesterday afternoon and everything else shut down today (rightfully so). Meaning that I had nothing to do but sleep, watch Netflix, and put together this rain-inspired Fun Stuff Friday because, though I hate rainy and stormy days, I do love rain gear!</div>
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I LOOOVE all these jackets. I actually don't own a rain jacket... or a bubble umbrella, which I've always wanted. Hmmm....</div>
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I do own the red TOMS (<b><a href="http://earnestyle.blogspot.com/2015/11/rainy-fall-weekend.html" target="_blank">here's an outfit post with them</a> </b>and some recent photos below) and I get tons of compliments every time I wear them! Which is a lot, because it's always raining here. I wore them to work yesterday and 3 people complimented me on them and asked me where they're from. <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=511589147&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A57f6f9fa61d1dda73578696a&utm_medium=referral" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">They're only $59</a>, and the best part is they fit my wide calves!<br />
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Well, thanks for reading! Hope you liked my rainy day gear. And stay safe out there, northern FL, GA, and the Carolinas!</div>
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Well hello! I started my new job and have fallen behind on my Mediterranean cruise sharing extravaganza. Today is all about our excursion from the port at Piraeus to Sounion and Athens. I begin with the Temple of Poseidon in Sounion and then we move on to the wonderful buildings of the Acropolis in Athens.</div>
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For Athens and Pompeii I wanted to wear something very anthropologist-like. I was an anthro major in college, so it makes total sense. I went with this breezy blouse with an interesting print to it-- reminded me of the patterns in Ancient Greek vases. Such a nerdy thought process now that I think of it. I just really like matching my outfits to the places I'm visiting. Lol. Then I went for this white scarf with tassels from Francesca's, because it just seemed like something my archaeology professor (<a href="http://www.as.miami.edu/anthropology/people/faculty/pamela-geller/" target="_blank">the amazing Dr. Geller</a>) would have worn. The distressed jeans I did more for the modern aesthetic of Athens. I also added some dangly leaf earrings (like the leaves in the ancient Greek crowns!) which you can see in a selfie below, some aviator sunglasses (because aviators are the official explorer sunglasses in my mind), and my gray TOMS for comfort. Yeah, I take this travel dressing thing really seriously. 😂</div>
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<i><b>Scarf</b></i>: Francesca's Collections // <i><b>Backpack</b></i>: Target // <i><b>Sunglasses</b></i>: LOFT<br />
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<i><b>Bracelets</b></i>: <a href="http://candcbangles.com/" target="_blank"><b>Candles & Confetti bangle</b></a>, <a href="https://www.mariashireen.com/collections/bittersweet/products/hair-tie-bracelet-classic-design-rose-gold-finish" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">Maria Shireen hair tie bracelet</a>,<br />
Asos heart bangle (<a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=540128644&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A57edd856e7055a6b592c7322&utm_medium=referral" target="_blank"><b>similar</b></a>)<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">THE ACROPOLIS, </span><span style="font-size: large;">ATHENS</span><br />
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<i><a href="http://candcbangles.com/" target="_blank"><b>Candles & Confetti bangle</b></a>, </i><span style="font-style: italic;">Asos heart bangle (</span><a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=540128644&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A57edd856e7055a6b592c7322&utm_medium=referral" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank"><b>similar</b></a><span style="font-style: italic;">), </span><i><a href="https://www.mariashireen.com/collections/bittersweet/products/hair-tie-bracelet-classic-design-rose-gold-finish" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">Maria Shireen hair tie bracelet</a></i></div>
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So this was the <b><a href="https://www.ncl.com/excursions/search?Ntt=Athens%20(Piraeus),%20Greece&Ntk=ShorexPort" target="_blank">Best of Athens and its Scenic Coast</a> </b>excursion through NCL. You see some places on the way to Sounion on the bus and some of Athens as well, including a brief stop at the site of the original Olympics. But the main highlights are the Temple of Poseidon and the Acropolis. It's a great tour to take if this is your first time in Athens. As with all the ports I went to, I'd love to go back and stay a few days to explore the many museums and ancient sites.<br />
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I was Minnie Mouse for Halloween in 1992 (a cute little toddler Minnie Mouse I was) and I guess you could say that's where my love for Minnie started. These Minnie creations are perfect for a trip to Disney but would also work great to add to your Minnie costumes on Halloween. My two-year-old-self would approve. Especially of that shiny clutch. 😍</div>
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Our cruise stopped in Toulon, France but we opted to take the Aix-en-Provence and Marseille tour. There were also options for Nice or St. Tropez. I had never been to the south of France and I am a huge Francophile so I would have loved any and all of these places. But this excursion was not my favorite because it left us such little time in beautiful Marseille.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">"Oh let's get rich and buy our parents <a href="http://www.immobilier-financement.com/" target="_blank"><b>homes in the south of France</b></a>..." - Ingrid Michaelson</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;">MARSEILLE</span></div>
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Marseille was SO BEAUTIFUL but sadly our excursion was not very good. Our tour guide was nice enough but the tour itself spends too much time in Aix-en-Provence compared to Marseille. All we were able to do here was visit the beautifully ornate Notre Dame de la Garde basilica and see some of the city from the bus.</div>
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TOULON - BACK ON THE SHIP</div>
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Toulon winds + cruise leaving the port = very crazy hair!</div>
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I thought my eyelashes were all going to fly away.<br />
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<i>Dress</i>: Maison Jules via Macy's // <i>Cardigan</i>: Jeanne Pierre, Macy's // <i>Sandals</i>: Steve Madden // <i>Wedges</i>: BC Footwear // <i>Backpack</i>: Target <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=499938127&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A57df462561d1dd344c9f0054&utm_medium=referral" target="_blank">(<b>similar now $8.98!</b>)</a> // <i>Fitbit Charge HR</i>: <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=522257842&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A57df462561d1dd344c9f0054&utm_medium=referral" target="_blank"><b>Target</b></a> // <i>Bracelets</i>: <a href="http://candcbangles.com/" target="_blank"><b>Candles & Confetti bangles</b></a>, <a href="https://www.mariashireen.com/collections/bittersweet/products/hair-tie-bracelet-classic-design-rose-gold-finish" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">Maria Shireen hair tie bracelet</a>, Asos heart bracelet // Earrings: <a href="https://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=532359629&pid=uid8561-23466081-68&utm_content=productwidget%3A57df462561d1dd344c9f0054&utm_medium=referral" target="_blank"><b>LOFT</b></a></div>
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And that's all for now, folks! Idk why it took me so long to put this post together. Maybe it had something to do with the fact that I was binge-watching The Office. So sad I finished it!!</div>
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Next up is either Athens or Rome, or maybe Pompeii. Haven't decided yet. This cruise was in May so I'm trying to organize all the posts from most spring ---> most fall since the blogosphere is officially all about fall now!<br />
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