Moody Picks: Summer Sandal Roundup

With warmer weather approaching, it’s about that time to get the perfect sandals to show off your pedicured toes.  If you need some new sandals this year, you’re going to love the ones on this list. Each pair will look great with your favorite springtime or summertime outfits.

Here are some of my favorite sandals that I’ve rounded up for you ladies and they are all under $150! Including the Joie Renee Gladiator Sandals that I recently bought from DSW.  These sandals came out some time last year, but I missed the boat, like always.  I’m so glad that I had a second opportunity to get them. 

Do you have a favorite summer sandal or have one on your wishlist? While I love all of these sandals below, the Dolce Vita Louise Lace Up Wedge Sandals and Ivanka Trump Cathy Leather Lace-Up Gladiator Sandals are definitely next on my list.  Shop all of my picks below! (p.s. one of the pom-poms below is $225, but I just had to include it - check them out).

Quick Note: The bracelets from my current Instagram post are the Tropics Bracelet Trio and the Antigua Bracelet Quartet. 

WEDGES

LACE-UPS

FRINGE

MULES

POM-POMS

Moody Picks: Show Her Some Love

So Mother’s Day is 5 days away and I haven’t bought a gift for my mom yet. I should be freaking out since I’m still not entirely sure what I’m getting her. Are you in the same boat?

In the past, I’ve gotten my mom a few handbags, statement jewelry pieces, bouquet of flowers and even perfume.  This year, I’m completely stumped - I have no clue what to get her.  My sisters and I plan to take her out to brunch on Saturday, so at least we have something planned.  Well, I just started brainstorming and put together a quick shopping guide to help myself and anyone else having trouble coming up with gift ideas for the special lady in your life.  Hopefully we can all figure out a way to celebrate mom with a gift that she'll absolutely love.

Check out my 15 gift ideas below and let me know what you think. I would love to hear what gift ideas you have for your mom as well.  I hope you all have a fabulous mother’s day weekend!

1. Coach Saddle Bag 23 /  2. Voluspa Maison Blanc - Saijo Persimmon Boxed Candle / 3. Fitbit Alta Wireless Fitness Tracker / 4. The Urban Agriculture Co. Organic Veggie Growing Kit / 5. Cathy's Concepts Mother's Day Wooden Tablet/Book Stand / 6.  Tory Burch Robinson Pebbled Leather Crossbody Wallet / 7.  Movado Bold Roman Numeral Index Bracelet Watch / 8. Vanessa Mooney The Astrid Knotted Tassel Earrings (more colors here) / 9. Kate Spade Garden Drive Square Jewelry Box / 10. Ily Couture Mom Life Mug / 11. Bobbi Brown Full Coverage Face Brush / 12. Kate Spade Cape Drive - Lynnie Drawstring Tote / 13. Hinge Neta Leather Wedge Sandal  / 14. Bauble Bar The Courtney Bib / 15. Nordstrom Cashmere & Silk Wrap

Moody Picks: Bare Shoulders

I can’t get enough of all of the off-the-shoulder silhouettes I’m seeing in stores lately! From tops, to dresses and even jumpsuits and rompers.  I definitely feel like I need to add more of this stylish and sexy trend to my closet.  And now that the weather is finally warming up it’s time to say goodbye to the layers and hello to shoulders. Here are 15 ways to show off your shoulders this spring and they’re all under $100.  Let me know what are some of your favorites in the comments below.  If you’re looking for more shoulder action, check out my Pinterest page for additional inspiration.

1. Cupcakes and Cashmere Eleni Off Shoulder Top /  2. 1. State Textured Dot Off the Shoulder Top / 3. ASTR Savannah Off the Shoulder Top / 4. INC International Concepts Smocked-Waist Off-Shoulder Peasant Blouse / 5. By & By Off the Shoulder Short-Sleeve Crochet Trim Boho Blouse / 6.  Eight Sixty Poppy Garden Top / 7.  VAVA by Joy Han Bambi Off Shoulder Top / 8. Lucy Paris Diamond Lace Top / 9. Free People Yacht Club Stripe Tee / 10. Eight Sixty Off The Shoulder Top / 11. A by Amanda Joanna Ruffle Off the Shoulder Dress / 12. BB Dakota Manda Off-The-Shoulder Dress / 13.  Socialite Lace Trim Off the Shoulder Romper / 14. Stilletto's Striped Gaucho Romper / 15.  Free People Santorini Top

Moody Picks: Blush-Worthy Dresses

Most of you know by now that Pantone named their pick for their 2016 Color of the Year and one of the two shades picked out is called Rose Quartz (the other is called Serenity).  Rose Quartz is a beautiful shade of blush pink and it’s one of this season’s biggest trends.  If you look around, you'll see blush rose tones in just about every store and in products like makeup, clothing, shoes, accessories and even home décor.

This shade is very feminine, romantic and it’s perfect for spring. I just recently went to a friend’s wedding last night and my blush dress was just the right touch for the evening celebration.  I definitely think that every girl should have a least one blush dress in their wardrobe for weddings or any other special occasion.  So if you’re looking for the perfect dress, look no further because I’ve found a few beautiful dresses that you’re gonna love.

What do you think about Pantone’s color choice? Here are 11 blush-worthy dresses that I think will be a perfect addition to your closet.  Let me know what are some of your favorites in the comments below. If you have a chance, check out my Pinterest page for 20 additional blush-worthy inspirations.

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Moody Picks: Valentine’s Day Gift Guide for Her

Valentine’s Day can be a tough holiday to make unique each year. Especially since it will always be a day associated with classic gifts like roses, chocolates and Hallmark cards. And don’t get me wrong; the old standbys are perfect gifts when you’re in a pinch. But why not try to switch it up this year. This Valentine’s Day, spray some love in the air with a sexy fragrance like the new Viktor & Rolf BonBon or the new Juicy Couture Viva La Juicy Rosé, give your friends and family trinkets that they’ll love like this small Glass Tray from J.Crew or this Pineapple Trinket Dish & Clips from Anthropologie and make your sweetheart skip with glee with these Kate Spade Love List Heart Stud Earrings or this Pandora Linked Love Ring. Check out some of my favorites gift ideas below and let me know what you think.

1. Fringe Studio Stay True Love More Glass Trinket Tray / 2. Wildfox Sparkle Heart Sweatshirt / 3. Kohl’s Valentine's Day 6-pack Washcloths / 4. Kendra Scott Danielle Oval Statement Earrings / 5. Diptyque Rosaviola Scented Candle / 6.  Levtex Love Pillow / 7. Kate Spade Bracelet Watch / 8. PJ Salvage Print Lounge Shorts / 9. Kate Spade Secret Admirer Applique Hearts Carley /   10. Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Set / 11. Urban Outfitters Lip Flask / 12. TopShop Red Fluffy Heart Keyring / 13.  Kate Spade Read My Lips Mug / 14. Rebecca Minkoff Sofia Clutch / 15. B.P. Heart Shaped Sunglasses / 16. Kate Spade Love List Heart and Arrow Rings

Moody Picks: New Year’s Eve Sparkle

Are you all geared up and ready for New Year's Eve? For some people, figuring out where to welcome in the new year can be a headache and to others deciding how to spend the last few hours of 2015 can be daunting. However, I think most fashionista's would agree with me that trying to figure out what to wear during the final moments of the year is a bigger ordeal. 

I just made some impromptu plans to go out with a couple of friends for New Year’s Eve and now I’m freaking out a little because I have no idea what I’m going to wear.  As soon as I purchased my ticket for the party, I told myself that I needed to find something to wear that has lot of sparkles!  So I immediately started looking online for some ideas and inspiration.  Well, if you’re also in the same boat, then don’t worry because I’ve got you covered.  I’ve pulled together some cute dresses and pieces that you can wear to kiss 2015 goodbye. Oh and everything that I found is under $100 - I hope this helps!  Happy New Year sweet friends!

Moody Monday – Nordstrom Half Yearly Sale

Hi sweet friends! I hope that you guys had an absolutely wonderful Christmas with your families and that you all travel safely back home.  I went to my mom’s house for the Christmas break and had a nice quiet holiday with my loved ones. Spending time with my family is always a lovely time.  We ate traditional Jamaican dishes, watched a few basketball and football games on TV, took tons of pictures and of course spent some time doing a little shopping.  Most of the shopping we did was during the after-Christmas sales. We woke up bright and early to hit up Target and Kohl's to restock my Christmas wrapping supplies and some Christmas decorations for next year. 

And since I received a few gift cards and some money for Christmas, I immediately made plans to spend them on a few gifts for myself. If any of you have gift cards or extra cash burning a hole in your wallet like I did, then the Nordstrom Half-Yearly sale is the sale for you. The Half-Yearly Sale started on Dec. 26, 2015 and will end on Jan. 3, 2016 and it’s the best time to save big on those items you’ve had your eye on all year.  For instance, I’ve wanted red Hunter boots for the longest time, so I was able to snag a pair the day after Christmas. For those of you wanting to try any hot new trend, now’s the time to get a great deal.  Well, here are some of my favorite pieces from the sale.  Let me know what are some of your favorites and let me know what you bought, if anything.

1. Hudson Jones Collin Ankle Skinny Jeans / 2. Hue Coated Twill Leggings / 3. BP. Undercover Slumber Party Pattern Flannel Pants (the softest pants) / 4. Rebecca Minkoff Love Crossbody Bag / 5. Tri-Coastal Antler Ceramic Jewelry Tray / 6. Stuart Weitzman Playtime Over the Knee Boot / 7. BP. Color Block Blanket Scarf (can't wait to get this one) / 8. Kendra Scott Dylan Stone Pendant Necklace / 9. Collection XIIX Solid Basis Knit Head Wrap / 10. Zodiac Small Octagon Glass Jewelry Box / 11. Creative Co-Op Arrow Cheese Markers / 12. BP. Geometric Blanket Scarf / 13. Arthur George by R. Kardashian Reindeer Crew Socks (how cute are these socks? check out this one and this one) / 14. Dogeared Canvas Zip Pouch / 15. Tory Burch Small Brody Tote / 16. HarperCollins Lauren Conrad Beauty Book / 17. Kate Spade Sweet Talker iPhone 6 / 18. Halogen Embellished Crewneck Sweater (loving the details on this one) / 19. BP. Undercover Print Short Pajamas / 20. Halogen Woven Hem Layered Look Sweater (love this layered look) / 21. BP. Stripe Three Quarter Sleeve Tee / 22. BP. Cowl Neck Tunic Sweater / 23. Sun & Shadow V-Neck Thermal Swing Top (can't wait to try on this top) / 24. Caslon Rib Knit Tunic Sweater