Perfect Spring

dress: Sheinside c/o, pumps: Jessica Simpson (similar), bag: Lauren by Ralph Lauren (also love this one), watch: Fossil (on sale!), sunglasses: Kate Spade

The perfect, spring dress weather has arrived in upstate New York and I couldn't be happier about it. Taking out my pretty little dresses (while I still can fit into them) is such an amazing feeling that I cannot wait to share more with you all! I'm loving this and this floral dress as well. The quality is a little on thin side (it is not lined) but it's perfect for summer weather and under $22!  

Mother's Day is coming up and honestly, I'm puzzled about what to get for our moms. I don't want to be corny but give something special and personal. Check out the Nordstrom Gift Guide - there is always something for everyone (and every budget). Plus they always offer FREE shipping and returns - the best thing ever (just in case she doesn't like it).

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Spring Layers

shirt: Old Navy (similar), top: JCPenney, jeans: Pink Blush Maternity c/o, flats: TJMaxx (similar here and here, also love these), bag: Ivanka Trump, watch: Kate Spade, glasses: Kate Spade

Hello lovelies! Welcome to new week and spring - we are overjoyed about the 60-degree weather that's supposed to be happening this week. Eeeeek! Bare legs, short sleeves and no coats is finally a reality which is absolutely delightful! I love waking up to sunshine and opening up the blinds to let the light in - there is just something about sunny days that brightens the mood instantly. Hope you enjoy yourself and have a great day!

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Pink Blush GIVEAWAY

sweatshirt: Old Navy (similar here, here and here), jeans: Pink Blush Maternity c/o (similar), crossbody: Target, scarf: TJMaxx, boots: Hunter (also here), watch: Kate Spade

This outfit is brought to you by the only sunny day we had this week, which turned into rain by the evening, and the rain boots became useful. I snagged these on crazy sale because they were Junior version but for a petite girl like me, I guess that's the secret. I've tried the regular version in store and didn't like how they fit, so when these turned up, I was happier than a kid in a candy store. 

I know, I already said that I love my Pink Blush Maternity jeans so you will be seeing a lot of them. Like in every post (unless I'm wearing a dress). The Pink Blush Boutique is giving away an item of your choice, and if you are preggers you can pick anything from Pink Blush Maternity. Enter with the rafflecopter below! 

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Floral Neon

Printed Maternity

Lacey Blush

All Pink

top: Lord & Taylor (similar here and here), jeans: Nordstrom, heels: Target (on sale!),  clutch: DIY Tutorial, watch: Fossil, sunnies: Kate Spade

Hope you had a great week! We are finally out of the woods and no one is sick anymore. Getting lots of things done, painting and decorating our new living room and dining room. Can't wait to show you guys the final results (hopefully that will happen in my lifetime haha)! 

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The Hunt for the Perfect Easter Dress

How many people have had trouble with finding dresses? I know, I have. Easter and spring seems to be the perfect time to start wearing dresses but it's not always that easy. Especially if you are looking for classy but not too frumpy, girly but not over the top. Here is my selection of favorite dresses right now. Hope you find something pretty for yourself!

Neutrals and Pastels

1 / 2 / 3 / 4 

Leopard Clutch DIY

Leopard has been a trend that took me a while to embrace and wear. I still have very few things that are leopard print, partially because my hubby sort of hates it. I've been seeing this clutch everywhere and couldn't stop wishing for one. But as I said in yesterday's post, it's way out of my budget so I resorted to simple DIY project to fix this problem. Here is a step by step process for your one of a kind, but sort of like Claire V. looking clutch. 

YOU WILL NEED:

- clutch./old cosmetics case

- faux leopard print fabric 

- glue gun

- scissors

- J.Crew catalog (or any kind of paper to lay your glue gun on)

Step One: Lay out your clutch and measure how much fabric you are going to need. Cut the sides and length allow for 2 inches seam (and of course for human error). Always cut more for the sides (4 inches) that way you can just cut off the extras.

Step Two: apply the hot glue and press it into the clutch. Be careful with fingers and make sure not to add too much glue so it doesn't look messy.

Step Three; Glue the fabric to the back, applying glue to 3-4 inches at a time, then pressing the fabric so it sets. Wait for it to cool and continue on with the rest.

This is not is looks now.

Step Four: Apply hot glue and press the sides in. Make sure not to have to much fabric, so measure it first and cut anything unnecessary.

Step Five: Hot glue the front and fold it over. Cut the whole for your magnet zip with a sharp knife. Apply a little glue all around it and press to seal. Don't worry if it doesn't come out perfect, it will be covered with the envelope top. 

And done!

Style your clutch for months and years to come, while people ask you where you got such a pretty piece of accessory. Make sure to PIN any of the image from today's post for later reference. 

For This Project You Will Need

Black X2

top: LOFT, leggings: Gap (similar), scarf: Amazon, clutch: DIY (similar),  
pumps: Jessica Simpson

Have you seen this clutch over all over the fashion blogs? Well, it's been around for a while and its popularity doesn't seem to be slowing down. Of course, pony hair and the brand name are tempting but the price tag is not easy to swallow. I've been dreaming about it for a while and decided to make my own. I've taken an old clutch and wrapped it in calf hair-like material in under $10. It was super easy and looks great, don't you think? A tutorial is coming soon but in the mean time here are some other options on a budget (or not).

Thank you for stopping by!

xo, Anna

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