Elephant Print (Cats Need Not Apply)

{elephant shirt: ASOS | scarf: forever 21 | boots: nine west | tshirt blazer: old navy | jeans: tj maxx}

I rarely ever wear jeans on the le blog.  I rarely wear them in real life, aside from casual days at school! I am a fancy dress kind of girl, in case you have not noticed.... I love mixing the elephant print shirt from ASOS with the random scarf pattern.  I think I have officially become obsessed with all things animal printed and patterned.  But, I think I will draw the line at cats. I'm allergic.
In other news, I am obsessed with this song.  It may just become my new karaoke jam Who's in? I have liked Miranda since the beginning, but since I saw her in concert- LOVE her. {Miranda Lambert - Mama's Broken Heart}

SPRING BREAK COUNTDOWN: 2 DAYS!

ASOS: One Dress, Three Ways

I have not really been quiet about it, but I am so obsessed with this dress.  When I got it, I wanted to wear it every single day.  So, I kinda did.  HA!  I styled it up three different ways and had so much fun with it.  I love a piece that can be versatile on its own, but plays nice with others too! Check out how I styled the ASOS dress (via Gwynnie Bee) three ways: Dressy, Casual, and Fun! Let me know which one you la-la-love the most. Check at the bottom of the post for full outfit details. PS This was so fun.

DRESSY: dress: asos | belt: dots | necklace: gift | tights: we love colors | wedges: payless CASUAL: dress: asos | chambray shirt: jcpenney | necklace: eclectic ornaments | boots: nine west  FUN: dress: asos | vest: oldnavy | booties: lane bryant | crossbody bag: deux lux | necklace: dots 

Springtime, is that you?

 {chevron top & denim jacket: JC Penney | silk skirt: talbots via tj maxx | leopard flats: nine west | mint purse: target | compass necklace: gift from bbff Dani}

See that sunshine? It came after 2 days of freezing weather and snow flurries.  It was a welcome sight. I feel that springtime is very near, thus the bare legs.  Don't let me down now, March! Okay, now it's storytime:  My whole life (okay, maybe I am slightly exaggerating...) I have yearned for a perfect denim jacket.  I loved the layering aspect, the keep ya warm-but not too warm factor, and the way that they can carry over spring items in to pre-spring time!  In case you did not know, I am 6 feet tall... and with that height comes a six foot wingspan (and great hugs).  Finding sleeves long enough were always a problem, as well as fitting my broad-ish shoulders. Also, cropped on a tall person = under the boob area. WHAT IS THAT ABOUT?!  But alas, here we are.  It only took (almost) 25 years to track you down, but you are mine.  I think we will have a merry time, me and you.

Sneak peek:  I styled this ASOS animal print dress (below) THREE ways! I can't wait to share.  Hope you are having the best week ever! Spring break is so close, I can see it!

Chiffon, Studded, and Sheer

{studded cuff dress: AX Paris via Gwynnie Bee | booties: Lane Bryant | clutch: target | rings: gift & silpada}

Every one has different things in their life that can instantly make them happy.  I was having a really rough day Friday (more on that later,) until I got a super happy in the mail.  My box from Gwynnie Bee arrived and in it- THIS DRESS!  I never knew true happiness until I saw the mix of studs, cuffs, sheer sleeves, and chiffon.  All of my favorite elements rolled in to one!  It affirms the belief that I had been holding on to all along... New dresses can brighten the worst of days.
The best news is that I am expecting another great dress from them today! Read more about Gwynnie Bee and their packages of fabulousness here.

Five Things Friday

Happy March!  Now, come on Spring Break... get here PRONTO! Here are five things I am loving today!
Drinking And Tweeting and other Brandi Blunders I am loving the tragic car wreck that is this book!  Do yourself a favor and grab your kindle and a glass of wine and devour this easy read!

ASOS Curve Shift Dress in Animal Print I have been toying with buying this dress for over a week now! It is a great style, print, and color.  The best news came Tuesday when Gwynnie Bee added it to the inventory!  I can rent it before I buy it.  Check out more Gwynnie Bee fabulousness here, here, here, oh and here.

Embryolisse Lait- Creme Concetre (24-Hour Miracle Cream) I got this great goodness in my October Birchbox, but did not get around to using it until recently and I. LOVE. IT.  It soothes this ridiculously dry face skin I have to deal with until winter decides to leave me alone.

The Minty Dog Cocktail

I have acquired a newfound affinity for gin and grapefruit juice lately!  Adding a tad of mint sugar and giving it a fancy name just makes it more fun!

(Gin, Grapefruit, & Mint Sugar)

Not Your Mother's Beach Babe Sea Salt Texturizing Spray

I am testing out this product for Influenster and I love the way it adds a unique hold to my hair.  Adding some dry shampoo and NYM spray helps give me great hair on day 2 AND 3 after shampooing! Woohoo!

Books, booze, and good beauty products are a guaranteed merrymaking combination. It's definitely the best way to relax this Friday!  What are you chickens getting in to this weekend?