4th of July

I know that it's a couple of days past the 4th of July, but later is better than never, right?

Shirt: Threadless "Doodlebug"

Skirt: Old Navy

Jellies: Aldo

Earrings: Blue and white beaded by me

I'm SO happy that my parents put up our swing up again! I love to swing and this one is fun because you can go in every direction. 

The detail on this shirt is really cute. Every Threadless shirt is so clever and unique, that's why I love them! This ended up being a great outfit for the 4th since it wasn't extremely hot or cold during the day. We had a BBQ and pool party at our house and one of my friends from college who lives about an hour away even came for the day. It was great to see her since I've been so busy lately! At night our neighbors shot off professional grade fireworks which was quite a treat since we weren't able to go see a fireworks display because of our dog who is easily frightened by any loud noise. 

Mae Necklace

My co-worker Debby that made the crochet flower necklace for me posted the pattern on her blog for anyone that is interested in making one! She even named it after me! I might have to learn how to crochet...

Hair Straightener Review

All through out high school and college I've wanted a straightener to control my super thick wavy mane. I never bought one a. because they are expensive and I never had that kind of money to spend on one item b. I never have cared too much about my hair c. I'd rather have clothes or shoes instead. FINALLY a couple of months ago I just got so fed up that I went out and bought one. I did do a lot of research before hand. I scoured the internet for reviews of straighteners and asked all of my friends for their opinions. I decided to splurge and buy a GHD for myself. 

So far I have straightened my hair dozens of times and I LOVE it. I have also straightened a few of my friends hair and both of my sisters (all of these ladies have long thick hair). It has worked perfectly every single time. It heats up in less than 30 seconds, stays extremely hot the whole time and leaves hair silky, smooth and straight! The whole process takes significantly less time than any other straightener I have used before, which is my favorite part! Now I can have straight hair in under 30 minutes. If you have the money and thick wavy or curly hair then I would definitely say to buy a GHD (especially since they just came out with a new 7 deadly sins line) but if you hair is thin, fine or you don't have a ton of extra money around then go with a cheaper model. 

Oh! Darling

I felt like dressing up for work today so I threw on my favorite party dress! To make it more work appropriate I added black tights, a black scoop neck shirt underneath and a black blazer. I'm always a little hesitant to wear "party" dresses to work because I think that they make me look young and I already have a very young face. At work especially since I greet clients and such I feel like I need to look at least my age! This outfit seemed to go over well though and no one mentioned that I looked too young in it. Definitely a good sign.

Dress: Forever21

Belt: from a formal jacket

Shirt: gift, Rampage

Tights: probably Target

Necklace: Enbedia, from a giveaway seen here

Shoes: Seychelles, seen here
Brooch: gift from friend

This brooch was given to me by one of my friends for my last birthday. I LOVE it! Sparkly and a bow - two of my favorite things together! She got this piece at a vintage show! I was suppose to go with her but wasn't able to make it and I'm really upset that I didn't because she said that there were so many amazing pieces there and racks of awesome clothing. Hopefully, they have one again next year! 

The pictures were taken in the lobby of the building that I work in. The lobby is so modern, clean and bright! I love how it looks. It is an awesome place for people watching because there are several talent agents, modeling agents and a trendy restaurant in our building. You never know who you might see hanging around or walking through the lobby!