Does it pass the like or LOVE test?

My color pallet was pretty plain today, a lot of tan with a pop of PINK.  Lets start with the shirt, this sleeveless top is always a big hit, it must be the detail of ruffled flowers.  I also love the color scheme of the fabric, the pink and tan go nicely with each other, a very soft look.  Today it was a business casual day for me, I pulled out a tan pencil skirt.  Although you couldn't tell today, its pretty versatile because its high waisted, wearing a top tucked in is a very different look!  To cover my shoulders I added this rose petal sweater.  Its something I pull out of my closet all of the time, it goes with everything!  All three of these pieces were Marshalls finds - I LOVE that place.  

For accessories I went with my gold jewelry, my goto chunky watch and bangles from Alex and Ani.  I wore one of my favorites today - Pursue Happiness.  Short and sweet but so true.  

Now to my favorite part of the outfit - the SHOES.  I saw these shoes at Gap few weeks ago, but I ended up putting them back.  This weekend I was back in the store and just couldn't pass them up, I LOVE them.  I originally wanted a teal colored pair they had but I knew I would get more use out of the tan.  The wooden heel is definitely in, get yourself a pair!   

The just like or LOVE rule - If you're not sure if you should buy something, put it back and leave the store.  If you keep thinking about it a few days later then you actually do LOVE it and not just like - GO BACK AND GET IT!  This was the case for my new wooden wedges.  Do I really need them? Probably not, but I realized I did really love them because I kept wishing I had them to wear.  Most of the time I leave something at the store and forget about it as quick as I walk into the next store.  Try this test next time your out shopping, I swear it works!  

Braided Chunky Necklace!

So cool its the focus of my next post!  What do you think?? I'm in love with my newest jewelry purchase!  This chunky blue, purple, green, and brown braided necklace just couldn't be left hanging on the wall at Frills of EG.  If you haven't been there yet, make sure to add it to your list of places to check out!  She always has really cute clothes, accessories and jewelry... awesome fashion finds! 

I'm going to pair this necklace with a plain T - it really should be the focal point of the outfit so wearing something that doesn't compete is best!  Since the colors are so bright and bold I'm going with a white T to make it stand out.  I also think a shirt thats a color of one of the beads would work, and even tone it down a little... but why would you want to do that?? :)

Providence's secret gem....

I haven't been since Christmas but today I went to my favorite jewelry spot in Providence! It hasn't changed, almost all of the earrings are $3 and pretty much everything else is under $10!  Every time I go, I swear they are putting new stuff out the whole time I'm there.  As soon as you walk in the door you get the treasury hunt feeling - girls, I know you understand this! Its the perfect place to kill your lunch break on a Friday afternoon, as they are only open on Thursdays and Fridays and occasional Saturdays.  Today we were able to hang out with the owner herself while we made the rounds from room to room.  She pulls off some pretty cool statement pieces including the funky bracelet below!  I know I've been holding out on you, but here it is, the store that you MUST take advantage of!  I am literally obsessed, how can you not be when there are so many great finds at amazing prices.  She makes having a collection of fashion pieces affordable!  

SO - Write this down and put it on your to do list - its a must!

Domain Factory Outlet
Providence, RI
www.domaineltd.com


Here are some shots to get you excited...

The treasure hunt begins!

I had to get one of these fabric flower rings! 

Colorful bangles!

A statement piece. 

PS. I am not an official spokesperson for Domain - I just LOVE it and want you to love it too!

A Splash of Color!

TGIF! I woke up this morning and wanted to wear something I could possibly wear out tonight. So I pulled a satin skirt that's full of color from my closet - bright, bold, and fun! I love this skirt, it looks like an artist painting.  I picked it out at one of my favorite Seaside, NJ shops during a summer beach week!  It's a great piece in my wardrobe because its work in the winter with boots and summer with sandals! With such a vibrant skirt I knew I didn't want to go bold with my other pieces, the skirt had to be the focal point! For my feet i threw on distressed brown riding boots, just under my knee.

Although my necklace is subtle its a pretty cool piece. You literally just scrunch it up to into a ball and it turns into a masterpiece. Same necklace but different every time you wear it

Key to this look: pick a splash of color and accent it - don't compete with it!