Momma Wears...

Blog readers meet my mom. Mom say "hello" to the blogosphere. Just like my fiance, I've recruited her to be occasionally featured here for a bit of variety.

If there are two trends for spring/summer that I am pumped about it's neon yellow and mint, especially together! Since mint is one of my wedding colors, I'm drawn to anyway and it flows so well as a color blocking option with brights rather than only pairing them with the more expected neutrals, like black or white. As you can see, neon jeans and a flowy blouse in ivory with a mint scarf and gold accessories is perfect for a dinner out on the patio, which is just what we did during our trip to Tampa!

MNG for Mango blouse, Francesca's jeans (similar) and scarf (similar), Nars Heat Wave lipstick, Havaianas flip flops

America!

Nothin' like a little American pride for your Monday. Coincidentally, this one word is also a memorable quote from Blaine in "Hot Tub Time Machine," which is one of my favorite movies, especially for one liners.

Princess Vera cardigan (similar), DesigNation pants, Aldo pumps (similar), J.Crew peacoat, NY & Co blouse and belt, XXI earrings, Michael Kors boyfriend watch

Smells Like Teen Spirit

Graphic tee with a few (intentional) holes. Flannel shirt untucked and unbuttoned. Slightly worn leather accessories. At face value, these items combined could be considered grunge, but after closer inspection, you'll notice I added some glam with sparkle, a red lip, and snakeskin.

H&M jacket (similar), J.Crew plaid shirt, XXI graphic tee, JC Penney belt (similar), Gap legging jeans, Clarks boots, Charming Charlie clutch (similar), Stella & Dot necklace, Nars Heat Wave lipstick

The Perfect Red Dress

After receiving this dress as a Christmas present, I have worn it three times. Once with a flannel underneath and knee high boots (for Christmas Day), once with a crewneck sweater over it and leopard flats (for a 1st birthday party), and like this (for the work day). It's comfortable, versatile, and flattering - a triple threat. I can't wait to see how it with more layers as the temperatures drop.

LOFT dress (similar), Lumiere jacket (similar), Jessica Simpson booties, American Apparel fishnets, Stella & Dot earrings, DIY brooch, NY & Co cape (similar), Nars Heat Wave lipstick

Hunted

I finally pulled the trigger on some Hunters. And by I, I mean, my fiance. He bought them for me well before Christmas, and I've worn them often before they were photographed. I haven't needed to wear the Smart Wool socks with them yet, but I'm sure 2013 has some chilly days ahead...among many other amazing things, including our wedding! Happy New Year to you all!

Outfit #1: J.Crew Peacoat, Gap fisherman sweater, H&M chambray shirt, Gap black jeans, Longchamp Expandable Travel Bag, Fownes Brothers leather gloves, American Apparel earmuffs, Givenchy Irresistible Raspberry lipstick
Outfit #2: NY & Co toggle coat, Urban Outfitters sweater, Old Navy flannel shirt, Mavi Serena skinny jeans, Kensie sunglasses, Nars Heat Wave lipstick, Stella & Dot gold hoops

Something Blue

While I told myself (and my fiance) that I was going to buy these famous blue wedding shoes for our nuptials, I decided on a dress that didn't quite go with 'em. Even though I was going to budget monthly to afford the high price, I'm happy to have some extra bucks to spend on other accessories. But, since that need for something blue was still there, I went with these bow pumps at 1/20th of the cost!

H&M blazer, Target blouse & belt, Zara pants, Audrey Brook bow pumps, purse via Crossroads