the white shirt

if you are anything like me - or just the general avid female shopper - you are constantly on the hunt for the perfect white shirt.

for me there are different types of "perfect white shirts": the button down, the silky button down, the flowing evening tank, the everyday tank, the everyday tee... oh and don't forget the ultimate white sweater!

first world problems - i know.

but there is no denying how utterly chic this white shirt can look. of course it's all about fit, fabric and overall execution. make it look effortless, make sure it fits just right with the appropriate undergarments (are you dressing up or down?), and if the fabric doesn't fall right or just looks cheapy then forget it.

first world problems - i know.

{source: NYFW/sugarpop/theyallhateus/sincerelyjules/style.com/pinterest}

   

pics of the belly //

i am so grateful to my incredibly talented friend, Chloe, for taking our maternity pictures. i love her suggestion to shoot in our own backyard - she has the best eye for both composition and detail. 

for the most part i wanted to keep the images as natural as possible because that's who we are... and if you know Albert you can be sure he wasn't about to get all dolled up for a couple of pictures.

:: insert chuckle here ::

the most sentimental part of the shoot was being able to wear a vintage kimono that belonged to my grandmother (my mom's mom) - my daughter will be the 4th generation to wear it one day. 

overall, this was a very special day and i'm blessed to have my friend of  14 plus years capture these images. thank you, Chloe.

find more of Chloe's work here: CHLO + CO PHOTOGRAPHY

a SHOE thing.

who doesn't love a good shoe? even if you're more of a purse person, or an accessories connoisseur, you still appreciate the value of a great fitting (& feeling) shoe.

personally, i'll spend my money on clothes and purses much quicker than shoes, but that doesn't mean i don't love me some fancy footwear.

i admire my friends - namely Baggy - who pick-out and promptly put on the most amazing wedges, platforms, stilettos and/or pumps. they have vision for how their foot and new shoe will harmoniously work together. i, on the other hand, know exactly what i'd snatch up in a perfect shoe world, but inevitably purchase the shoe that will "go with more in my closet" or "feels most comfy."

regardless of taste or preference - shoes are wonderful allies to any girl in any stylish situation. the shoe can single handedly take an outfit from good to GREAT!

here's some of my SHOEspiration //  

epitome of the power of the shoe. 

NYFW SS15 shoe game - every girl should own a pair of converse and a pair of mules.

the ultimate mule: Alexander Wang {Britt Embossed Leather Cutout Mule}

shoe of the moment: New Balance 620 {similar here}

boho chic: Elyse Walker {Fringe Suede Bootie} 

any form of the strappy heel: Aquazzura {Amazon Lace-Up Snakeskin}

red hott - tried these and they are the most comfortable leather ever: Schutz {Onorina StrappySandel}

old faithful in the color of your choice: Birkinstocks {Arizona Suede}

glamazon worthy - another spotting at NYFW SS15: Daniele Michetti {Nina Laser Cut Bootie}

give me some tread! want these: ZARA {Leather Track Heel}

the new classic pump: Stuart Wietzman {Privacy Pump}

{sources: nyfw/collagevintage/pinterest/catalinasu/songofstyle/sincerelyjules/damselindior}

   

the hippy hippy shakes!

i have and always will be so drawn to the shaggy, just rolled out of bed, really didn't try at all, no mess no fuss, BUT still look so shamelessly chic outfit.

the outfit and the girl come with a specific attitude - one of great confidence, some ease, comfort in her own skin, and overall knowledge that this cluster of clothing looks so darn good!

what others think has little to no relevance. she dressed for her own self-expression depending on the mood, mindset, or location she found herself in.

to call her a mess, a little lost-looking, artsy-fartsy, or just mixed media would mean the exterior has deceived you. you'd be well off to know this girl is pulled together, thought through, and knows exactly what she wants and where she's going - but she won't conform to the norm while doing it.

//now breathe it all in and SHAKE it all out.

{sources: ascotfriday/stylesnooperdan/theyallhateus/ivanarevic/pinterest}