Thursday, January 20, 2011

The Limited: Double Ruffle Top


This simple but pretty top caught my eye at The Limited for a few reasons. First of all, it's a bit snazzier than your average top but not fussy enough that you have to worry about straps catching on any embellishments and ruining the top. Second this top would be ideal for photographers to wear in warmer climates as the material is light but would also dry fast if you sweat a bit! Win win!

Price: $34.90

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Monday, January 17, 2011

Ann Taylor Loft: Swirl Rose Tee

This adorable t-shirt from Ann Taylor Loft is just fancied up enough for work and just irresistibly cute! I love the rose detailing on the collar but really love the bubble hem!

Price: $39.50

Additional Codes: 40% off with EXTRA (expires 1/17!)

Monday, January 10, 2011

Ann Taylor: Shimmer Tiered Shell


This shell from Ann Taylor (also available in Petite) would be the perfect compliment to a wedding suit, still black to remain incognito but has a bit of flair and sparkle to dress it up from the average shell. The diagonal is also a flattering line on anyone that's a bit self-conscious of their body.

Price: $44.99


Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Shoes: Mia 2 Bouquet Flats



I know this may come as a surprise to you, but I shopped a bit on Black Friday! ;) I did almost *all* of it from the comfort of my own home, dressed in my pajamas however! On Black Friday, Amazon had some Lightning Deals going and one of them was for the Mia 2 Bouquet flats. They looked cute and I need some more cute casual flats so I ordered a pair. They arrived today and not only are they adorable but they are AMAZINGLY comfortable. These could very easily be worn to work in for a wedding.

While I bought mine from Amazon, currently the best price for these shoes is on Sears (along with the best size selection). Google around to see if you can find better deals though. I ordered mine on Friday in grey, currently ordered the black as well!

Price: $23.99 at Sears (after the 20% sale still active from Cyber Monday they are $19.19!)
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Thursday, October 14, 2010

Shabby Apple: Cleopatra



A few weeks ago I was invited to a friend's wedding. I was super excited to be a GUEST for once! The day of the wedding I was all set to rock out my Badgley Mischka LBD and then I talked to the bride. Her photographer (friend's stepdad) told her that he'd be an extra $500 to cover the reception and started throwing all of these last minute charges at her. So they ended up opting to only use him for the ceremony and formal pictures. I know I am a bit of a pushover but I also couldn't let my friend have bad pictures from her wedding. So I sadly put away the LBD and pulled out my newest Shabby Apple purchase (thanks to Groupon!) which would be a bit more friendly to the crazy positions I get in during a day AND was a bit more formal than my normal wear for a wedding.

The Cleopatra was the perfect hybrid dress for me. I was able to look guest-like but still able to move around quite easy due to the cotton fabric and length. I highly recommend it for more formal affairs or for those ladies out there wanting to look a bit more elegant at weddings without hampering your shooting style.

Cost: $68.00

Additional Codes: fall10 for 10% off until 10/15

Monday, September 27, 2010

Ann Taylor: Silk/Cotton/Cashmere Sweater

I know that this sweater from Ann Taylor doesn't look a lot different from the sweater I just posted but it's the finer details that make it just different enough for me to have to list it. The sleeves are a bit shorter, which is more ideal for my photogs down south. They also have a bit of a puff to them which makes the Anne of Green Gables lover in me die in delight. (sidenote: RIP Aunt Hetty from Road to Avonlea - such a heartbreaker!)

Cost: $29.99

Additional Codes: SEPT20 for an additional 20% off sale items.

Ann Taylor: Scoopneck Sweater

I am sure I'm not the only woman out there that HATES her upper arms. Well, like most women I hate my entire body but that's a subject for a different day. LOL. I love elbow length tops because they are SO flattering to the upper arms, even if you hate them as I do. This sweater from Ann Taylor caught my eye due to the flattering cut and sleeve length. It's a simple lightweight sweater that can easily be worn in fall and winter. The other colors are also pretty and I'm picking a few up!

Cost: $39.99

Additional Codes: SEPT20 for an additional 20% off sale items