Sparkle like diamonds in the sky.......

My life seems to have passed by to quickly since my last post in JULY!  I've traveled, celebrated love with friends, struggled with career decisions, enjoyed success with my jewelry & started a full time job I love.  

Now I am trying to find a balanced routine after months of new beginnings & finally blog again.  So when I received my email about this Friday Fancies being about Sparkles I knew it was time to jump back into blogging.  Nothing like some glitter to get this Spice Girl wannabe excited.

I can't get over this dress.  It really is the perfect combination of glamour & innocence.  I honestly want to wear this to every event the whole month of December & wouldn't care who judged me.

I have spent most of 2012 coveting bloggers top knots & raged with jealous when looking at Pinterest.  Finally my hair is long enough to join this party late & I love the idea of a bun with a high neckline.

How amazing are these Lanvin shoes? The contrast between the nude and coffee adds richness to my look & I am OBSESSED with the sole, what a fun surprise.  To tie all the pieces together a deep lip color ready to pout for the cameras.

Finally completed unrelated have you seen the new Maroon 5 video Daylight? When I thought I could love them more, the released an emotional, honest & inspiring video & I fall deeper.  

Enjoy!!

Stars & Stripes

When thinking of a look for the 4th July for some reason I always refer to festival wear.  I imagine care free people dancing & drinking in front of a stage to Sweet Home Alabama until the sun goes down & the fireworks begin. 

I am kind obsessed with this patriotic cut off shorts, they look super comfortable & easy to wear for the day.  Seen as they make a statement I opted for a comfy tee & a wrist full of bracelets to finish the look. 

This was my first official 4th of July as a citizen so I added a little nail art to my day, although it looked a little more wonder woman rather than American in the end. 

Oh well, I tried.  I hope everyone has a great weekend.  I am off to watch the X Factor auctions in North Carolina this weekend!  Not sure what to expect but hopefully its fun!

Don't forget to stop by and see the other looks at {longdistanceloving} today!

A Short Friday Fancies

Time to get back to blogging!  After a busy May I found little time to blog, I worked both jobs, lined up some exciting things for Stella Jewelry & travelled 3 out of the 4 weekends then planned a baby shower!  I really wanted to blog about my trip to Maryland where anything frustrating that could happen, happened, my relaxing weekend in New York & all that came in between but the month was just to draining on me.  I'm sorry for being MIA.

I honestly missed my little old blog so I am back with a weeks worth of posts ready to fill you in on my travels.  However, today I am finally getting back to Friday Fancies, the fashionista in me has missed making outfit posts.

 I have never been much of a shorts girl, I tend to feel overly casual in them & let's be real summer in England didn't call for shorts often so they were never a wardrobe staple for me & always an after thought now im an adult.

However, while I was making my Jubilee Look this week I found the perfect pair of mint shorts I couldn’t resist using them & maybe buying them.  Seen as they are quite simple I added a blouse top to dress it up a bit & how perfect are these sunnies?  They are Toms so abviously fashion with a purpose is always fab.  Add some great sandals & bangles & im pretty much in love with the look.

What do you think?  Hope you all have a great weekend & come back next week so I can fill you in on life!!

England 4

As you know by the Royal Wedding the Monarchy know how to celebrate.  So it comes as no surprise that to celebrate 60 years on the throne we went all out for our Amazing Queen.  

Just to name a few of the events.

The Epsom races.

 how happy does she look?

To the 1000 boat Flotilla on the Thames.

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To a MAJOR concert which included Sir Elton John, Sir Paul McCartney, Robbie Williams & many more. 

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how fab is Macca's Guitar?

& of course the country came out in the 1000's to celebrate with the Royals.  I bet the energy in front of the Palace was amazing!

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Those not in London as usual took the party to the streets! Nothing like a street party in England with some cheeky masks & drinks. 

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How gorgeous do Prince William & the Duchess look on their way to the Crowning this morning? 

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Had I been home show my patriotism I probably would have avoided the hustle in London & opted for a picnic or street party.

For my outfit seen as Queen Elizabeth was crowned in 1952 I took inspiration from the 50's for a fun look.  I am in love with the Topshop high waist shorts & silk top.  Adding a little edge & a modern twist I choose some McQueen flats & had to add some patriotic nail art!

Derby Day

I am a huge fan of dressing up & of hats so a Derby is the perfect day for me!!  Unfortunately, I don't get to go to Kentucky with all the celebs this weekend but I am off to Preakness in Maryland on the 19th!  I am so ready for a quick break, placing a little bet on the ponies, getting glammed up & stalking Adam Levine as Maroon 5 are performing.

I still don't have a outfit yet, so Friday Fancies is perfect timing for me!  I am obsessed with Mint & fell in love with this ASOS dress immediately!  Then I found this adorable fascinator & knew some bold blue accessories were a must!

I am wondering if the fascinator is to casual for a derby, maybe I should have opted for a full on statement hat!

What do you think?

P.S. Stella Jewelry is having a Sale this weekend for last minute mothers day shopping!  

Anniversary Date Night!

Sunday I spent most of my Day re watching the Royal Wedding.  Could Catherine have looked anymore beautiful?? Such a little girls dream gown!

In honor of the couples anniversary I decided to pull together a flirty date night look for Catherine. 

Now being Royalty Catherine must show modesty in her clothing, so I opted for her classic nude pumps as she is not supposed to wear open toes anymore.  I may be breaking some Royal rules with the Oasis dress though, I am pretty sure the Queen doesn't approve of sleeveless looks.  Wouldn't it look amazing on the Duchess though?? She should be able to show a little skin when out to dinner with her Prince, right?

As for the earrings I am obsessed, how gorge? such a statement seen as no necklace is needed with the neckline of the dress.  Finally as a little throwback to her wedding day I added a McQueen box clutch!

What did/would you wear on your first anniversary??

Date Night

YAY its my favorite part of the week, Friday Fancies!!  I love putting together a look especially where cost is not factor!  My fantasy item right now is a gorge Chanel Purse!  I mean seriously they are perfect & seen as this is a date night look, the fella needs to know whats up from the start!  Designer bags & shoes are always acceptable gifts, along with diamonds & champagne! Right?

For the rest of my date night look, I wanted something fun yet sophisticated & a little sexy!  I am huge fan of the white pants & bright colors right now but wanted to dress it up, so I opted for this silk French Connection top which shows a little skin!! 

and if I had a tan these accessories would look amazing but alas I have  pale English Skin, so they are a no go for me!  However they look fab on my dream date with Adam Levine! He told me to meet him at the Payphone, thats a little wierd?

P.S: We are offering Free Shipping over at Stella Jewelry just enter FREESHIP at checkout! remember its almost Mothers day!

P.P.S : Don't forget the Style Your Block Contest! 

Pastels - Friday Fancies

I always think Pastels are super girly & lovely! The perfect option for a Spring day. However I wanted something more urban for Friday Fancies this week.  I know I used a motorcycle jacket for our March Madness look but I am dying to buy this peach denim version so I had to use it today.  How great is the contrast of a feminine color & the edginess of the style.  Plus its from Topshop which always makes me smile. 

You see my love of Topshop goes way back, way back to the 90's! It was our go to store when we were kids.  No one could understand my excitement when they finally brought the store to this side of pond! My friends were like um ok, its a store! To me it was memories of childhood & British fashion and lets be honest Roanoke, VA can be lacking in the fashion dept.

I wanted to keep the rest of the look pretty simple but have no idea what to put underneath the jacket!  I thought about a white tee but that's boring, then I thought about adding another pastel & got stressed about colors clashing!  So I went shirtless, classy!!! Good thing this isn't what I am wearing to work today!

 What top would you add??

I can't wait to see everyone else's looks & really hope some of you ladies enter this contest I am sponsoring.  I would love to see your look & for you to win our jewelry!!