i am a hater

So I have been thinking about how I can wait for one trend in particular to end. BUT first, I am going to stop here and take a minute to warn you. What I am about to say type may be offensive to those who wear/like/own/buy/adore/envy/dream about this item. This is considered a fashion faux pas in mine, as well as, many other haters' eyes. Yes, you read correct. I. Am. A. Hater. Of...

leggings as pants. Note: I did not say Leggings. I said leggings-as-pants. I mean...really?

Wearing leggings with a shirt that hits your waist is suppose to be worn with ACTUAL PANTS. Leggings aren't a complete no, there are three exceptions: 1. Wear them with a long shirt or dress. It covers the *essentials* and it's just plain cute. 2. EXCERCISE spandex if you are an avid athelte.

If you are going to pull this off make sure you check your intentions. You don't want your intentions to be to draw attention to yourself. 3. Lounging around the house.

You may be thinking "what if I want to bum it today?" Well, I am so glad you asked. You have many options. Option #1: Sweatpants. Option #2: Jeans and t-shirt. Option #3: Put a pair of shorts over your leggings. Option #3: Stay home. 


Finally, if you choose to wear leggings as pants, at least buy them thick enough where the rest of us can't see the break between your cheeks (catch my drift?).

my recent favorites

Christmas has passed, leaving my once-empty pockets with some gift $$. Apparently I'm hard to shop for...with that being said, I have been able to make a few new purchases and have discovered some new favorites.
silk. The way it feels, the way it looks, let's just say I'm all about silk these days. Say goodbye to those clingy materials that show off the imperfections characteristics belonging to your body and choose silk. The last three shirts I have purchased have been silk, and I just can't get enough.

There is a store that I have found myself venturing into more often, and I purchased two of the three beauties from here. It's called BEVELLO. Say it with me. BA-VEL-O. There are two locations in Raleigh, Cameron Village and Crabtree Valley Mall. There are also various locations in Charlotte, Wilmington, Chapel Hill, Huntersville, Winston Salem, and Greenville. Check it out!

          Ellison Jade Pocket Tunic

              

The store I found the third shirt is Banana Republic. Some of you may be thinking that BR is a little pricey, well the good news is that BR is always having a sale. AND many times passing out 30% and 40% off coupons. Take advantage of them!

booties. The Stella mid-heel booties have quickly worked its way to the top 3 favorites of the season. I typically go for flats. I mean, I'm a teacher. I'm on my feet all day, walking 10-15 miles per school day, up and down steps hundreds of times. Okay, okay. Maybe I'm being a little a lot dramatic. BUT you get my point. Well, the good news is that these booties from BR have yet to upset my feet. Because the heel is small(er), they are actually very comfy. I like them and I highly recommend them. MORE good news is that right now, they are on SALE!


                                          Meet STELLA

          

Chunky jewelry. Earrings, necklaces, and bangles, OH MY! A chunky necklace can change a whole outfit. You can take a simple shirt, add a few pieces of *chunk* and wahlah! You have a brand new outfit. I recently purchased a a 6-strand real fake pearl necklace from the BR outlet in Mebane. Of course it was on sale, so I snatched up quick! I have already worn it several times and won't stop any time soon!

What are some of your recent favorites?