Cat’s Meow

Cat’s Meow by thebargainista featuring a spike stretch bracelet

Leopard print tank
allyfashion.com

Black pencil skirt
$15 - fashionunion.com

High heel shoes
gojane.com

Forever 21 vegan handbag
forever21.com

Tasha spike stretch bracelet
nordstrom.com

A V Max gold jewelry
bluefly.com

Trend Alert-Linen

I’ve seen a lot of linen in clothing lines, recently.  I just had a clothing party at my house and a white linen jacket was part of the clothing line.  I love the fact that linen is so comfortable to wear.  I hate the fact that linen can be a high maintenance fabric.  It’s been many years since I’ve owned any linen clothing but I think it’s time I thought about adding some back into my wardrobe.  What about you-do you love linen or hate it?

Here are some reasonably priced linen items that you might want to incorporate into your wardrobe.  Don’t settle for ordinary today-be extraordinary!

Linen safari jacket-$22

Ruffle back linen blazer-$30

Wide leg linen pants-$30

3/4 sleeve linen blazer-$33

Linen pencil skirt-$34

Linen trousers-$37

Linen blend jacket-$38

Linen shorts-$39

Linen blend pants-$50

Linen blend dress-$50

Trend Alert-Egyptian Jewelry

Egyptian jewelry is one of the oldest trends you could possibly bring back around!  But here it is making a bold fashion statement with a modern update.  I was a little skeptical of this trend but I’ve seen some really cute pieces.  Here are some examples of the trend at very reasonable prices.  Please let me know if you love this trend or hate it!

Egyptian style necklace-$19

Osiris earrings-$24

Amun earrings-$24

Egyptian ring-$29

Horus pendant-$32

Onyx pendant-$34

Egyptian spiral wrap bracelet-$40

Egyptian style necklace-$50

Boho Chic

Boho Chic by thebargainista featuring a coral maxi skirt

Miss Sixty sleeveless top
yoox.com

Dorothy Perkins coral maxi skirt
dorothyperkins.com

Cut out shoes
maurices.com

Aldo handbag
aldoshoes.com

Gorjana
shopbop.com

Carolee turquoise earrings
bloomingdales.com

My Baublebar Picks

Baublebar is a jewelry site that debuts new trends every Monday.  You have to sign up for an account to view the site but it’s completely free.  When you order jewelry, you earn points that can be used towards purchasing more jewelry.  Shipping is free with your order but unfortunately, they only ship to the USA.  I’m currently on a wait list for the following necklace:

Faux tortoise shell necklace-$34

Here are my favorite picks from Baublebar-I hope they inspire you today.  Click on the picture for more info.  Now go out and show the world you’re spectacular!  Let me know which piece is your favorite!

Fringe cascade earrings-$22

Mix spike ring set-$24

Texture ring trio-$24

Mint enamel bracelet-$26

Mint ray bib-$28

Pearl scroll ear cuffs-$28

Phoenix drop earrings-$28

Beyond cozy set-$30

Ivory chandelier bib-$32

Ocean Dreams

Ocean Dreams by thebargainista featuring a colorblock dress

Colorblock dress
maurices.com

Flat shoes
modcloth.com

H M straw handbag
$15 - hm.com

Chandelier earrings
etsy.com

Shell ring
$4.58 - oliverbonas.com

HUG Award and Shine On Award

Recently, I was awarded two awards by the always fabulous Shiro-please check out her fantastic blog here.  The first award is the Hope Unites Globally Award:

The HUG Award@ was initiated by Connie Wayne http://ahopefortoday.com/about-m/), which promotes hope, love, peace, equality, and unity for all people.

The HUG Award is for people with an expectant desire for the world, for which they: Hope for love; Hope for Freedom; Hope for Peace; Hope for Equality; Hope for Unity; Hope for Joy and Happiness; Hope for Compassion and Mercy; Hope for Faith; Hope for Wholeness and Wellness; Hope for Prosperity; Hope for Ecological Preservation.  These people do not have to actively use the word “hope ” in their work or creative talents. They only need be conscious of their desire to make the world a better place for everyone.  These people use their available resources-a smile, a hug, a helping hand, a listening ear, a voice, time, money, possessions, education, personality, talent, websites and blogs – to make a positive impact on the world and make the world a better place to live.

My nomination for the HUG Award is HisLoveIsReal.  This blog fits this award perfectly!

The second award is the Shine On Award:

As always there are rules to these Awards. Here are the ones for the Shine On Award ;

1. Show appreciation of the blogger who nominated you and link back to them in your post.
2. Add the Award logo to your blog.
3. Share 7 things about yourself. Maybe some curious or secrets things what no one ever had thought about you.(nothing should)!
4. Nominate several bloggers you admire.

Here are seven things about myself:

1. It’s been 7 months since I’ve been to the beach and I really miss it!
2. I love to read books by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child.
3. I can’t remember the last time I had a good night’s sleep.
4. I love cheese.
5. I love animals.
6. I love to make people smile.
7. Charming Charlie’s is one of my favorite stores.

Here are my nominees for the Shine On Award:

-With Love Shmon

-City Girl Vibe

-Viv’s Vogue