Life Force

Regular old day, I think I just went walking around town.  I wanted to explore my town, I didn't get to see as much as I would have liked to, but it was still nice to be out and about.  Doing a bit of color blocking, these colors just make me think of life. Green: Plants, Yellow: Sun and Blue: Water.

Top & Flats: Old Navy; Shorts: F21

T Shirt kind of Day

Hi hi hi!
I went to watch a local soccer match last Friday (Aug 27th), and I just threw on some denim shorts and a t shirt, which if you have been following my blog for even a week, you would notice that is not a norm for me.  I've been really hot (which is to be expected in Haiti) and I wasn't going far, so my extra casual outfit would have to suffice.

Spots and White

Hope everyone is doing well.  I went to a late movie with a friend a couple of weeks ago, I love movies.  I wore my high waisted white shorts and this spotted top.  I really liked how simple and easy this outfit was. I added the blue sandals as a touvh of color to an otherwise simple outfit.

Have you all seen any interesting movies lately?

Bubble Tea

Hi all,
I hope everyone enjoyed their weekend.  This post is a bit overdue, because the pics are from two weeks ago (8/3) when I went to lunch with a friend.  We went to grab some sushi in Copley (an upscale business/shopping area that spans several blocks).  I wasn't too crazy about my meal.  However I perked up a bit when I realized that they now offered bubble tea (an Asian drink, either tea or juice that has tapioca pearls in it) yum!  Their bubble tea selection was tiny so I stuck with my face Asian teal; Thai tea.  It was a really nice and sunny day.  I finally brought out my white jeans that I have been so scared to wear.  I am like a little kid when it comes to wearing white.  I get every stain imaginable on my white clothing.  This has made me ridiculously wary of wearing white.  I did manage to get through my meal without any stains; so three claps for me!

Thai tea, the bubbles are the little black balls on the bottom

Day at the MFA

Hi ladies and gents!
This post is a continuation from the Chihuly post.  I didn't want to inundate the post with so many pictures, so I decided to split the two.  After the Chihuly exhibit, my friend Kim and I decided to explore the rest of the museum even though we were pretty familiar with the exhibits already.  Check out the pics!

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Pizza for 3

Hi ladies & gents,
Have I ever mentioned my love for pizza? Well I LOVE pizza, especially gourmet pizza. I even make pizza at home when I'm feeling particularly frugal. My favorite toppings are spinach, ground beef, tomatoes (not roasted eww) green peppers, and oodles and oodles of cheese. Two friends and I went out for drinks and din din last Friday. Girl's night is always fun. Lots of gossip and updates.

One and Only

I've been having a tawdry love affair with the color coral, so in my attempt to share the love with the other colors in my closet; I'm branching out.  It does count even though these jeans aren't that far off from coral right?  I mean, am I expected to just quit cold turkey?  It was pouring chickens and ducks on Wednesday, and I made a dead run for the door.  I am not a runner so this was a very comedic sight lol.

West Side Story

I went to see West Side Story today!!  It's basically an urban Romeo and Juliet, set in the 1950s in New York.  I've loved West Side Story since I was a teen.  It wasn't until seeing the play live, that I realized how much I love plays.  I love all forms of art, but plays and musicals hold a special place in my heart.  I love Cinderella, The Nutcracker, Sound of Music.  Before I *die I must see the Lion King on Broadway.  Are there any specific art mediums that you love or are obsessed with?

Beetle Juice Bettle Juice

I had a date today :), nothing serious on my part; I went for the food and conversation.  We went to Elephant Walk in Brookline.  It's a Cambodian French restaurant.  If you live in Boston, you should definitely check them out.  They, like a lot of other restaurants have a prix fixe menu.  However Elephant Walk has a variety of choices for the prix fixe option.  Conversation was great, but there's no love connection.

Do Y'all Shop at the Same Store

It is hot (loving it) and muggy (not loving it) on my side of the globe.  I am from the islands and I love the heat, however I don't enjoy sweating but I do prefer the sun to snow or a cold fall day.  I went out to lunch with a friend yesterday and did someone's hair.  Excuse the sweatiness that is my face.  It was super humid, rain, lightning and thunder and then there was a tornado warning (WTH).  That's New England weather for you.

Earth, Wind & Fire

I've had loads of fun styling this jacket.  It is such a lovely cognac color and it complements a lot of different colors as well.  I wanted a brown leather jacket soo bad for such a long time.  One day while in a plaza I noticed that Arden B was having a really great sale.  I think it was 65% off of their clearance.  I lucked out and got about 2 leather jackets and some really cute black cocktail dresses.  It's the little things in life that make me happy.

Taupe (ing) You Have a Great Day

Good day fair readers!  I noticed that I really like the color taupe.  I don't have a lot of taupe in my closet, but the few that I do have get a lot of action.  Like this taupe sweater/cardigan thingamajiggy.  I adore the waffle design, and it's so versatile that I can pair it with a T, long sleeves or a sleeveless top or dress.

 I got this pendant at Claire's for $2, and I do not regret my purchase at all.  I was drawn to the vintage perfume bottle design and the attractive price.

These reptilian inspired booties are one of my faves.  They're really comfortable, and the design is unlike anything that I've seen in regular stores like F21 or H&M.  The taupe sweater/cardigan thingamajiggy brings out the taupe in the bootie so this outfit is #winning all around for me.

Sweater/cardigan: Old Navy; Turtleneck: Sears; Jeans: F21; Booties: Nordstrom; Jewelry: Various stores

Click Click Take A Picture

I love the paisley design and the material of this dress.  The colors are so soft and neutral.  I found it very easy to style and it's a comfortable dress.  However, I think I'm going to retire this little beauty.  I noticed the  seams seemed to be coming loose, and the material frays a lot.  I've had this dress for over a year, and she has done very well by me.   I'm not sure if I should just toss it, or if I should donate it to Goodwill?  What do you fine readers think?

 I loved this belt the moment I laid eyes on her.  However we weren't quite a perfect fit, so I took her to be fixed and now it's a match made in AJ Wright!

Ruined

On Feb 5th, I went to see Ruined with the honey.  It’s a play about the conflict in the Congo, and some of the effects it has on members of its society.  It was soo good and I’m so glad I took the initiative to bring him.  He enjoyed it as well.  I really like the arts, and I love cultural events especially ones that realistically showcase African cultures.  This fit the bill completely; a must see if you ever have the chance.   

Lions, Tigers, and Bears oh my!

Did I mention my love for color?  If not, I LOVE colors.  I am also in love with patterned tights.  I think it can definitely enhance any outfit.  You may have also noticed how much I love to layer bracelets and bangles.  I am an accessories fiend.  Outfit how much do I love thee?  Let me count the ways.  Books in pic: check!  Accessories: check! Colors: check!

Dress: Target; Boots: Old Navy; Tights: Wet Seal; Belt & Earrings: F2; Bangles & Necklace: Various stores & boutiques

Blue skies and yellow daffodils

I love navy blue and yellow together.  I’m not sure why but it just seems right.  Have you noticed how colors are ascribed feelings in my head lol?  As cute as I felt on Monday, this outfit was not weather appropriate and to top it off, I wore a cute short navy blue peacoat instead of my long puffy winter coat.  No bueno!  I froze my little bum on my way back home!

Cardigan: F21; Blouse: Marshalls; Leggings: Marshalls; Boots: Old Navy; Jewelry: F21

Snow Snow Go Away

It was bitterly cold and frigid today.  I kept stalling and watching the news to check if school was closed.  It wasn't :(.  The funniest thing about these outfits that I put together, is that I rarely take my coat off in class.  So I guess that does support my claim that I dress for myself :).

Hair it is

This is a style that I tried on my hair a couple of weeks ago and the makeup that I did. I’ve been following this natural hair blog that posts natural hair pics of all sorts.  It has given me sooo much inspiration for my hair.  Check it out here.  I spent the day running errands to prepare for my friend’s baby shower.   

Chunky knit sweater: Old Navy; Shirt dress: H&M; Amulet: Charlotte Russe; Earrings & Belt: F21; 

Gingham and gray

Today, I had plans to go to the movies with my friend Z but she had to cancel, so I attempted to run an errand or two.  That did not go according to plan, so I was all dressed up with no where to go lol.  If it makes me look any better, I did manage to leave the house, I got pretty far but I didn’t accomplish what I wanted to get done.  Anyways on to the outfit.  I love this plaid shirt, it reminds me of the gingham patterns of picnic tablecloths.  Picnics make me think of summer, and the smell of grass.  I have a lot of colors going on with this outfit, but I like to think I made it work.  Is there anything you would have done differently with this ensemble?

Fudge and Frosting

I wore this outfit to class and a solo study session in the library.  I don’t wear pink often, but I really like the mix of the brown blouse and the deep pink cardigan.  I’ll definitely try to mix these two colors together again.  Do you have any odd color pairings? P.S. I love these flower/pearl shaped earrings, but these pesky suckers do not stay put in my ears :(