Plaid

To those that have seen my closets, you know how infested they are with dresses, skirts and shorts.  I love being girly and wearing them throughout all four seasons.  It can just get a little cold around this time of year.  So my solution is simple: wearing a pair of warm tights underneath!  Not only does it keep me warm, but you can get creative while adding a pop of color.

 

Plaid overcoat- by Closet (bought years ago)

Shirt- Forever 21

High waist shorts- Forever 21

Navy tights- by HUE (Macy's)

Mary Jane platforms- Forever 21

Bow ring- Betsey Johnson

Leopard heart necklace- Betsey Johnson

Not only is this a great winter staple outfit, every piece was at or under 50 bucks.  Nothing like looking great and not breaking the bank!

xoxo

Ashley

P.S. Special thanks to my new (and super cute) photographer/boyfriend Kevin!

I. Must. Have.

I first saw these heart suspender tights at Topshop but they quickly sold out.  Now ASOS has them in stock.  I think they would look great with a shorter A-line or tulip skirt.  I'm buying them right now!

(image courtesy of ASOS)

xoxo

Ashley 

 

Site Updates!

Ever since I started this blog I've been missing two important things: a photographer and good camera.  I can happily say I now have both (thanks to my lovely boyfriend)!  So now my outfits, makeup, and so forth can be documented and displayed here starting this weekend.  Make sure and check back soon :)

Merry Christmas everyone!

xoxo

Ashley

The Perfect Mascara!

Anybody who knows me personally can tell you that I have been on the hunt for the perfect lengthening, thickening, long wearing mascara for years.  Many mascaras will do one or two of those things, but will lack in other areas.  I have searched far and wide, tried all brands from all price ranges (5 to 40 bucks) and have finally found something I can say is amazing!  And the winner is:

(image via sephora.com)

They're Real! Mascara by Benefit.  At 22 dollars, it isn't the cheapest but it is my absolute favorite.  Not only does it make my lashes nice and long, it also thickens them and makes them look full as well.  While I have found cheaper mascaras that do that as well, most of them flake off on my face (ever have those black dots on your cheeks halfway though your shift at work?).  This mascara will last well past your shift at work and into the night.  Best part is you can add another coat to really make your eyes pop.  This mascara is called They're Real! for a reason... it really can substitute the need for fake lashes.  While I love to rock a fake lash from time to time, not having to glue them on and hope they stay on all night is no longer an issue.  I am truly in love!

You can find They're Real! at any Sephora or at a Benefit counter at Macy's.

(After two coats)

xoxo

Ashley

Thank You Yoga

For being fun and giving me the best body I've had in years!

Now if only I could give up the sweets...

xoxo

Ashley