Now or never

These pictures are not the greatest and there's only a few, but I wanted to get these City Chic pants on the blog. I've had them for a while now and I wear them constantly, but somehow the world seems to be working against me when it comes to snapping shots of my outfits. So here they are in all their glory!

Top: H&M
Pants: City Chic
Wedges: Payless
Necklace: Forever21
Rings: MARYJOHN

I love these pants. I seriously love them. I wait eagerly for them to come out of the wash every laundry cycle. They're so freaking comfortable and cute to boot. These are my "pajamas to work" pants, except way better looking. Pop on a pair of wedges and top and I easily pass for a put-together individual. My coworkers are so easily fooled! And guess what? They're on sale for $19.99. Did I say that I really love these pants?

Winners!

Finally time to wrap up the last of the giveaway winners!

First, the winner of the Cat Moore Design earrings!

Congrats Kim!! I know you'll rock 'em! Shoot me an email :)

And the winner of the Skindura SecretShield!

Congrats Colleen!

Thanks to everyone who participated in the giveaways and helped me celebrate 200(+!) followers!

Forever21 GC winner!

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Zara Willis!

Congrats, Zara!! Expect a message from me soon :)

Floral explosion

I had some extra time before work today; it was nice to have a leisurely morning for once instead of my usual bum rush out the door. I made myself a tasty omelet and lunch for later, actually applied my makeup at home instead of at work, and stopped at a park around the corner from work to take pics in the pretty morning light.

Did you all have a good Fourth of July weekend? I must say mine was quite spectacular! Friday night was spent at a friend's Poconos lake house, sitting around a fire drinking and chatting. Saturday got a little wild down in Lancaster, PA, where we went to a giant Greek barbeque with my sister's BF's friends. The food...oh the food was phenomenal; roasted lamb on the spit, homemade gyros with all the toppings, steamed crabs, tons of apps and desserts, and more drinks. Best of all was the company, though! This group was so open and welcoming, and I was feeling confident and sexy in a strappy little blue and white sundress. Pics didn't happen but I'll show it to you one day!

So, this outfit is pretty simple and straight forward, but I was feeling amazing in it all day. The super bright colors really boosted my mood, and I can definitely tell that my hard work at sticking to WW and working out is paying off. I can see a definite difference in my silhouette in this form fitting outfit! I was feeling guilty about not tracking and eating and drinking so much this weekend, but I won't let it get me down, I hopped right back on track with Body Pump last night and yoga and round three of C25K tonight. If the scale goes up because of my sins this weekend, that's ok. It's life - I'll just work that much harder next week.

Do you like my little gold rings? They're a find from another awesome Etsy seller, MARYJOHN. I fell hard for her delicate little gold bands and tiny stones. You'll be seeing a lot of these in the future!

Top: Not sure!! Target? H&M? Old Navy? I've had this shirt for 4 or 5 years easy!
Tank: City Chic
Pants: Michael Kors via Nordstrom
Sandals: Franco Sarto via ideeli
Necklace: F21
Bangles: Some from Greece, some borrowed from the sis
Rings: MARYJOHN

Check back in a bit for the winner of the Forever21 Gift Card!

eShakti and amarie winners!

First, the two winners of Giveaway #1 - A $20 gift certificate to eShakti apiece!

Drumroll....

Congrats to Tina and Gabi!! Ladies, send me an email to claim your prizes :)



And now, Giveaway #2, a $25 gift certificate to amarie!

Congrats Julie Flores! Send me an email :)

Last but not least...Giveaway #5!

A week of giveaways is coming to a close, but I'm so glad to have the opportunity to giveaway this final product to one of you lucky ducks courtesy of Skindura!

SecretShield is a "100% veggie derived formula that creates a breathable barrier on skin.  Waterproof and sweatproof yet it allows your skin to perspire.  Stands up to hot, dry, humid, and cold conditions.  Won't evaporate, like products made from  mineral oil, lanolin, water, or alcohol.  Fragrance free, no artificial colors, and non staining.  Silky formula glides on and stays put.  Great for everyday activities to guard against skin friction.  Out performs other products like greasy petroleum, smothering silicone, messy powder, and uncomfortable shapewear.  Handy tube is portable enough to take anywhere.  Say Goodbye to Chafing and Hello to Freedom!"

I can't agree with Skindura's description more! I've used other anti-chafing products and none has worked as well or lasted as long as SecretShield. I even walked around NYC an entire day in a dress with no irritation! If that's not the ultimate test, I don't know what is!

I've raved about how amazingly SecretShield works in conquering the chubrub, and now one of you gets to try it out for yourself!

Since this is the last giveaway, we'll make it easy! To enter:

1. Be a follower - let me know how!
2. 'Like' Skindura on Facebook

That's it! Good luck everyone!

Blue and White Whimsy

I absolutely love, love, love this dress from Forever21. I picked up a few weeks ago while browsing around the big Times Square F21 with Kim and Tina. I'd been coveting it online and was SO excited to find it in the store. It's everything I'd hoped - flirty, feminine; the tie belt (which I'm usually not a fan of) is really flattering in this case and the print is delicate but bold in white and navy. I love everything about it!

These are the nude Franco Sarto wedges I got for $6(!!) off ideeli. I LOVE them!! They are super comfortable and so easy to walk in. They match my skin tone to the T, which could have been weird but I really love the elongated leg line I get from them. They're going to be perfect for walking around the cobble stoned streets of Skyros without breaking a leg :)

Dress: Forever21 (not surprisingly it's no longer available online, but check your local store!)
Wedges: Franco Sarto via ideeli
Watch: Syms
Wrap bracelet: Market @ Union Square
Necklace: Forever21
Cocktail ring: Vintage
Small ring: H&M
Polish: Essie Lollipop

Stick around for Giveaway #5!