Tailor-made

 

 

I don't know about you, but one of my greatest fears is showing up somewhere wearing the exact same outfit as someone else. When eShakti offered to send me a custom made piece, I was over the moon. How could you not love something that was made just for you?

 

eShakti is your go-to place to get exactly what you want for your next event. For skirts, you have all sorts of options: mini, above knee, knee length, mid calf length [you can also choose pockets or no pockets!]. Depending on what top you choose, you also have many options here: cap sleeve, elbow length, inset cap, short length, three quarter length, tie-ups at shoulders, halter, wide straps, etc. Endless options! I'm into it.

 

 As for my outfit? I chose the halter bralette and skirt combo. I chose "wide straps" for the top and ordered the skirt in knee length with pockets. I don't know what it is, but it makes me so happy when a skirt or dress has pockets. I don't think I ever actually use them, but knowing that I have the option really tickles my fancy!

 

 

If you're not sure what your exact measurements are, or how to go about figuring that out [because I had no idea], no worries, eShakti provides step by step instructions. I suggest having a friend measure you in order to get your correct measurements! Big thanks to my man friend for measuring me :D

Top: c/o eShakti | Skirt: c/o eShakti | Earrings: LC Lauren Conrad | Necklace: Windsor [similar here & here --only $6!] | Bracelet: Capwell + Co. | Ring: Forever 21 | Bag: Victoria's Secret | Heels: ShoeMint [similar here, in black here]

I cannot speak highly enough of eShakti as this outfit showed up in less than a week, fits perfectly, and the quality is great.

eShakti is so very generously offering my readers 10% off their entire purchase now through August 2nd with code: Destyles. This code is not applicable with sale items.

Happy shopping!

Senior Pics

These pictures were taken last Monday, on my last day of school [ever!], so the title of this post just made sense. Plus, most of the pictures are so incredibly cheesy [since my mother and I can't be serious together] that I couldn't help but think of when I had my senior pictures taken. Lots of embellished jeans, tied crop tops, and denim mini skirts were involved. Good times.

 

 

 

 

 

I wore this same outfit a few weeks ago to meet two of my best friends for dinner. Instead of these Sperry's, I wore these brown strappy heels. Of course, I liked the look with heels better but I wasn't allowing that as an option for strutting around campus.

 

 Top: Joe Fresh via JCPenney | Denim: American Eagle [similar here] | Earrings: LC Lauren Conrad | Necklaces: Windsor [similar here], H&M | Bracelets: Luxe Craving, Sira & Mara, J.Crew, Kohl's | Rings: H&M | Shoes: Sperry Top-Sider [similar here, here, here]

 While we're chatting about senior pictures, here's a throwback of one with my first little baby, Bella, who happens to be Chloe & Bentley's mom, and who also happens to turn 9 tomorrow! :D

Suited

 
 There's something about a suit that just makes me feel in charge. Alright, I know this type of "suit" is not for everyone, but I'm diggin' it. Who wants a boring everyday black or navy suit or blazer and skirt combo that everyone else is wearing to the office, a conference, or job interview? Boring. "Why blend in when you were born to stand out?", right?
 

This Jennifer Lopez short suit is from Kohl's and I ended up getting both pieces for under $35. Can't beat that.

My first instinct was to pair some simple black pumps with this outfit, but I wanted to added just a little more edge so I went with these studded t-strap heels from Sole Society.

 Because the suit is so "loud", I wanted to keep the jewelry to a minimum, so I went with gold ball earrings, a bar necklace, watch, a single ring, and pave link bracelet.

 

This outfit also works perfectly as a "desk to drinks" ensemble. Wear the blazer during the work day, then take it off at five o'clock when it's time to celebrate making it through the day without killing a coworker! Just kidding..

Short Suit: Jennifer Lopez for Kohl's [similar shorts here] | Top: Kohl's [similar here & here] | Earrings: Kohl's | Necklace: Windsor | Ring: Hive & Honey via Piperlime [similar here & here] | Bracelet: J.Crew Factory | Watch: Michael Kors | Clutch: Expressions NYC via TJMaxx | Heels: Sole Society [similar here, here, here / cute flats here]

I hope everyone had a good weekend. I went to a barbeque and blues fest downtown on Saturday night with my parents and Jeremy to feast on some pulled pork and ribs. On Sunday, Jeremy and I worked on a table that will be acting as a desk in our office [I'm sure you'll see some of that later] then went to a cook out to celebrate a friend's birthday. Overall, it was a perfect weekend just before starting school today. Fingers crossed that this semester flies by! xx