Wednesday, November 27, 2013

plaid + black + red

jeans c/o Aeropostal // jacket + shirt: F21 // shoes: Target // bag: H&M // scarf: NYC

Happy Hump Day loves!

Today is going to be short & sweet since it is the day before Turkey Day I have lots to get done! I am super excited for this weekend let me just give you a little recap 1. Tonight  after my photo session, I am going to best with my old roomie (my soul mate!) drinking our wine and pretending we still live together! 2. Thursday is Turkey Day!! 3. Friday, yes although it is Black Friday it is also one of my best's rehearsal dinner for her wedding! 4. Saturday is the big day!! The Bower wedding takes place which means hair, make up, drinks, dressed, flowers you get the deal! So lots to prepare for, I must be up and at them today! 

I am thankful for having a slow week next week where I can catch up with all my fav blogs. Thank you for your comments and loyalty to me while I get through this busy season!
Monday, November 25, 2013

meetings after meetings


dress worn as a skirt (here) (similar) + shoes (similar) c/o LuLu*s // shirt (similar) + jacket (similar): Forever21 // bag (similar): H&M // bangle bracelet c/o Crystal Faye // other bracelets c/o InPink // necklace: borrow from Brie's closet

Being that it is wedding season here in Arizona photography has been crazy busy. It is also family photo time just before the holidays, as well as engagement time so brides are looking for their spring photographer to book. What I am trying to say here peeps is that life has been full of meetings after meetings, lunch dates, and coffee Starbucks meet ups. When meeting current or potential clients it is important that I am dressed appropriate to give a professional image while still looking current and letting my own style show through. 

I love this black dress from LuLu*s, it is a similar cut to the dress I wore when working weddings in this post, but this particular version is sleeveless giving me more options to style it. The temps have dropped (finally) so I threw a stripped long sleeve over top + added my green army jacket for a layered look. I am usually caring my lap top + note pad so having this big H&M bag is perfect for everything to fit in. When going to bigger meetings with companies or first time clients I wear heels, I also have worn my leopard flats for more of a causal look. Depending how long my day is will depend on either heels or flats! 

Speaking of busy days, Happy Monday Blogging Beauties I have one busy yet short week ahead of me. Can't wait for Turkey Thursday!! 
Friday, November 22, 2013

E is for Emerald


skirt (here) c/o chicnova // top (similar) & tights (here): Forever 21 // scarf (similar): H&M // shoes (similar): Charlotte Russe // watch (here) c/o LuLu*s // bag: LA Fashion District // lips: MAC "prrr"

Two words that I am excited to say today is.... It's Friday! I could scream it from the rooftops 1. mostly because I have friends from Canada coming to town this weekend for a fun filled sports time, & 2. because I have the best family photo session  today that I have been waiting all fall for. One of my fav little families will be prancing about in their rain boots & umbrellas this afternoon! It will be the 3rd year in a row for the little ones, it will be the best!!

I was in the shower the other morning thinking of what I could wear for a comfy yet classy look for my busy day. I love this emerald green skirt from chicnova in the summer and I loved it so much that I had to find a way to transition it for these cooler months. I pulled out my all black turtle neck (my mom will kill me, I always make fun of her "grandma" turtlenecks) and added my scarf to modern it up a little. I must say this has been one of my fav looks of the fall/winter yet. I just may wear it weekly..... is that okay?
Happy Friday Blogging Beauties! 

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Thursday, November 21, 2013

Stesha Jordan Photography | Phoenix Wedding





I had the honor to photograph this beautiful wedding a couple weeks ago here in Phoenix, AZ.  Since Phoenix is hotter than most states, wedding season runs September-December and then again in January-May when the temperatures are at least a little bearable. I met Sara & Steve last year through mutual friends and instantly fell in love with them. They have unique style, fun upbeat personalities, and friends who can party! The wedding was nothing less than expected with games like Jenga, Beer Pong, and Bags. Of course the ladies were getting their moves on the dance floor while the guys chilled and watched from the cigar lounge. The food was all time favs like mac n cheese, sweet potato fries, pulled pork sliders, and salads. I wanted to show you just a few teasers from the wedding, I was able to catch the beautiful sunset giving the couple their perfect golden photos! You can find me busy editing up a storm for the next couple weeks. 
Tuesday, November 19, 2013

Meow

pants: Marshall // sweater (similar) + plaid (similar): Forever21 // boots: Charlotte Russe // bag: Steve Madden // watch (similar) c/o LuLu*s // necklace (here) c/o T + J Designs // sunglasses: Coach //  lipstick: Dior "fireworks" 

1. Notice how my hair is pulled into a messy pony & I am wearing sunglasses? That is enough to explain how my week is going for far. Between working, editing, blogging, shopping, & everyday life the bags under my eyes will frighten you! 

2. I am loving the layered look with statement necklaces for fall. Bringing my cat sweater out to play I paired it with winter time plaid & my darker emerald pants. Add boots & you are set for the day! It is still a little warm in Phoenix (I keep praying for a cold front to swoop right on through) so I wore it into the evening when the temperature drops a few degrees. 

3. I have been on the search for some perfect jewels to wear to an upcoming wedding so every mall in the AZ Valley has been scouted. Again, I believe I may be loosing my shopping touch, clearly I am not practicing enough or I would be better at this! Has anyone noticed the lack of jewelry in their Forever 21 stores? Seems to be lots online but the stores are empty, at least mine are!

Thats all from me today, thank you for reading. Happy Hump Day loves!
linking up with Because Shanna Said So + The Pleated Poppy 

PS I am currently loving graphic animal print sweaters here are some of my favs from Forever

rap concert attire


leggings (similar) + shirt: Forever21 // jacket (similar) : Nordstrom // shoes: Badgley Mischka // watch c/o LuLu*s // cuff bracelet c/o Crystal Faye // spike + link bracelet c/o InPink // earring: Claires // clutch: Boutique on Melrose Ave, LA 

How did I miss Monday? Could it be that my weeks are all blending together? Working 7 days a week I seem to be getting confused to what days come after what! Anyways, happy Tuesday loves I am excited to show you the outfit I wore Saturday night to the Drake concert! Yes, that is right this blonde haired blue eyed girl attending (and hopefully you all will agree dressed appropriately!) one of the biggest rap concerts of the year. I have often said, & if any of you know me will agree that I should have been born a rapper!
Now my ideal outfit  I was trying to find was just a plain white v-neck tee (long enough to cover the butt) & these faux leather leggings.... my luck was not happening. What happened to plain white v-neck tees that are a little longer?! This should not be hard to find, I even double questioned my shopping skills since I could not locate one a-n-y-where. My mom says "White tees are a thing of the past" I never agreed until it was impossible to find one. When I found this blouse with the embroidered top I gave up my first vision and made a new one.  It just seemed to work with the leggings + jacket. Not what I had planned but when life gives you lemons.....

Drake was amazing of course... my obsession with him will continue on! 
Friday, November 15, 2013

who wants $1,000 in time for Black Friday?!?!

With the end of November quickly approaching, it's time to get excited about the holidays and of course, Black Friday! I'm sure you all love to shop a sale as much as I do, so to mark this fabulously fun occasion, I have collaborated with a group of delightful bloggers to bring one lucky reader the chance to win a $1,000 Visa Gift Card or $1,000 PayPal cash. To enter, simply use the Rafflecopter below and be sure to visit these lovely ladies - it's always brilliant to discover new blogs. Tell me, if you won $1,000 what would you buy?


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