Moody Style: Office Casual

I haven’t had a chance to post too many outfits lately because I’ve been living in either suits for work while I traveling, workout clothes for my runs, and my pajamas while I’ve been working from home.  Yesterday, I finally made it back to the office, after a two-week hiatus and I was actually happy to be there.  In my previous job, I often wished I could work from home or not even go to work at all.  Back then - calling in sick came in very handy.  I’m happy to say that since I started my job last July, I’ve been very pleased. I genuinely love the people that I work with and my job duties are currently in line with my current career goals.  I’m just overall pretty happy, despite the fact that I don’t get to post here on a regular basis.  Are any of you having love fest with your job like I am? Let me know in the comments.

Shirt: Banana Republic Sweater (old); Scarf: Anthropologie Blurred Pigments Loop; Earrings: Anthropologie Gallatin Earrings; Bracelet: J.Crew Crystal Mosaic Bangle; Pants: Anthropologie AG Stevie Ankle Cord; Watch: Coach Boyfriend Bracelet Watch; Shoes: Gianni Bini (old)

Current Mood – Top 3

I’ve been trying to cut back on my spending lately and it has been a huge challenge.  One way for me to accomplish this task is to avoid the malls and to stay of  some of my favorite stores.  The temptation is definitely there, but I realize that have to really evaluate what I need and don’t need in my closet.  That being said, I can still think about my dream closet and all of the goodies that I would love to have. Anyways, here are my top 3 items from Anthropologie for the month of February (sorry…this is a late wish list).  Do any of you have any favorites that you can’t live without this month?  What’s on your wish list?

Becas Jumpsuit

Lacebloom Jacket

Jardim Lace Dress

 

Fresh Picks to Follow – Red Carpet Ready!

For this week’s Fresh Picks to Follow, I linked up with AV’s Friday’s Fancies in preparation for the Oscars.  I wanted to find some dresses that would fit the spirit of the Oscars, but at a semi-affordable price.  All of theses dresses are under $500.00.  So, for this week’s Fresh Picks to Follow, here are my top 10 dresses that will get anyone woman red carpet ready. Do have any favorites?  Do any of you plan to watch the Oscars on Sunday?  Let me know in the comments.

1. Sue Wong - Antique Beaded Empire Feather Gown…$428.00

2. Dalia Macphee - One Shoulder Ruffle Gown…$348.00

3. Tadashi Shoji - One Shoulder Lace Gown…$388.00

4. Laundry by Shelli Segal - Strapless Gown – Shirred…$345.00

5. Nicole Miller - Felicity Stretch Jersey Gown…$420.00

6. Aidan Mattox - Strapless Gown - Sequin Hi Low…$290.00

7. BCBGMAXAZRIA - 'Anitra' Satin & Jersey Halter Gown…$468.00

8. JKARA - Beaded Flutter-Sleeve Gown…$279.99

9. Mark + James by Badgley Mischka - Sequined Gown…$395.00

10. Alberto Makali - Taffeta Woven Jewel Embellished Strapless Gown…$263.20

Fresh Picks to Follow – Red+Pink

For this week’s Fresh Picks to Follow, I linked up with AV’s Friday’s Fancies because I was too busy to   think of a topic for this week.  Just because Valentine’s day is over, it doesn’t mean you can’t deck yourself out in reds and pinks.  For this week’s Fresh Picks to Follow, here are my top 10 ways to wear this unique pink and red color combination. What do you guys think about wearing these colors together? Let me know in the comments.

1. Big Buddha - Stripe Tech Gloves…$28.00

2. P.A.R.O.S.H - Striped Shift Dress…$485.58

3. Anthropologie - Dipped Rope Necklace…$298.00

4. American Apparel - Baby Rib 3/4 Sleeve Raglan…$22.00

5. Missoni - Dégradé Sheath Dress…$1520.00

6. Kate Spade - Colorblock Tiff Dress…$358.00

7. Gap - Essential Striped Rib Tank…$19.95

8. Echo - Tech Hat…$45.00

9. Alexander McQueen - Red/Pink Wrap Scarf Bracelet…$295.00

10. J. Crew - Pixilated Houndstooth Skirt…$148.00

Moody Style: Birthday Weekend

I just want to start off by apologizing for my absence over the past week.  I’ve been traveling for work like a mad woman lately and I don’t know if I’m coming or going these days.  I’m pretty sure I’m back on track, so bare with me.  I feel like I keep saying this over and over.  Hopefully, I’ll get it together.  Well, I just had another birthday on Monday and I had a great birthday celebration.  My birthday kicked off with a quick weekend trip to Miami, FL with my sister, C.  We went to a Miami Heat basketball game, hanging out in South Beach, shopping and of course eating some amazing food.  Speaking of food, have any of you been to Seasons 52 before?  I went there for the first time this weekend and I loved it.  One thing that I loved about this restaurant is that everything on the menu is less than 475 calories.  I know…I was surprised too.  I have to say everything that I tried was delicious.  If you have a Seasons 52 in your neighborhood and you haven’t tried it yet, then add this restaurant to your to –do list.  I’ll let you know how my actual birthday turned out in another post.  Do you have any birthday traditions that you always do every year? Let me know in the comments.

Dress: Anthropologie Cap Sleeve Column Dress; Necklace: Anthropologie La Ramba Bib Necklace;

Earrings: Anthropologie Honeycomb Hive Earrings; Wristlet: Coach Madison Large Wristlet;

Watch: Coach Boyfriend Bracelet Watch; Shoes: Kenneth Cole Pumps (old)