Family Funday OOTD

Sunday, February 28, 2016

I have finally come to terms with winter and gave in to going outside. It's been a struggle to say the least, the thought of me even attempt to go out when the cold wind cuts right through you turned me into a hibernating mama bear. Luckily, this past Sunday it warmed up a little where I live. I ditched the winter gear and grabbed my green wool coat from Old Navy for a family fun day. The coat has a waterfall drape in the front and is belted as well. I love the color because it jazzes up the neutrals I've been gravitating towards recently. Another plus is the cost, sometimes I forget about the great stuff you can find at Old Navy and find myself in awe of their prices. I recently bought the coat but can't locate it on Old Navy's website although, I was able to locate a similar one:

http://www.neimanmarcus.com/T-Tahari-Marla-Wrap-Coat/prod183120195/p.prod?ecid=NMCP_coats_mobile

http://m.bananarepublic.gap.com/product.html?dn=bp686489012&referrer=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.shefinds.com%2F2013%2Fscore-a-cute-fall-coat-for-40-off-at-banana-republic-today-only%2Fbanana-republic-draped-wool-coat%2F&siteID=brafcid10432046&pid=686489012&tid=braff1758739&ap=2&cvosrc=affiliate.cj.1758739

I wore my staple black pumps from Zara and added a not so basic tee from Forever 21.

Shoes

http://m.zara.com/us/en/woman/shoes/high-heels/leather-high-heel-shoes-c358018p3154013.html

Tee:

http://www.forever21.com/Mobile/Product/Product.aspx?Br=F21&Category=top_blouses&ProductID=2000169863&VariantID=

The pants I wore were also from Zara and helped balance my outfit of the day.

Pants:

http://m.zara.com/us/en/woman/trousers/view-all/mid-rise-biker-trousers-c719022p3219057.html

Hope you enjoyed reading my post. Remember to always shine your brightest!!

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Faux Leather Leggings OOTD

Tuesday, February 16, 2016

I am not going to lie, when the 'don't wear leggings as pants' thing arose a little piece of me died inside. I had been guilty as charged and reluctantly gave them up as everyday wear. Leggings are so comfortable though!!! I can easily find myself in them 24/7 plus. So, when I found these faux leather leggings a light bulb clicked in my head. I found these at H&M.

http://m.hm.com/us/product/38245?article=38245-A&cm_mmc=pla-_-us-_-ladies_trousers_slim-_-38245&gclid=Cj0KEQiArou2BRDcoN_c6NDI3oMBEiQANeix5hlCZSeu69JaOOnAWXiqLHI_yDYGWMe-9pxnUMXdUI4aAnwA8P8HAQ

They are perfect because they easily dress up a casual outfit and are very comfortable (don't be intimidated by the look). I had to get a couple of things accomplish today. This outfit kept me looking put together and comfortable at the same time. My blouse was from Thakoon for Kohls in a great floral print. (It's on sale too!!!)

http://m.kohls.com/product/prd-2160525/thakoon-for-designation-floral-high-low-hem-top-womens.jsp

I finished off the look with Zara heels and Dolce and Gabanna satchel bag.

http://m.zara.com/us/en/woman/shoes/high-heels/leather-high-heel-shoes-c358018p3154013.html

I hope you can find inspiration in my look! Feel free to comment below and remember to always shine your brightest!

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Winter in NYC Casual Look

Monday, February 8, 2016

It's been a minute since Mohsen and I were able to get out and meet up with our friends. It was nice to get out like we used to, although scrolling through my camera roll, staring at pics of my son was what I was doing the majority of the time. We met up with my sister in law for her husband's birthday. We were supposed to go to karaoke but one thing led to another and we ended up in an escape room. It's something I've never done before but always was interested in doing. It's still cold in NYC, so I wore a long wool coat from Zara. This thing is awesome, it keeps me warm and buttons up to cover my neck, meaning that if I forget my scarf I'm covered. I received this coat a while back from Zara but you can find similar ones here:

http://www.lyst.com/clothing/cinzia-rocca-asymmetric-funnel-neck-wool-coat-navy/

My boots were a practical find. Now that I'm a mommy, I frequent Zuilly.com often and somehow always find myself in the mommy section, that's where I found these flat over the knee boots. There is a good deal of legroom in this pair and are ready for everyday wear.

http://www.zulily.com/p/black-gwen-over-the-knee-boot-5675-13626400.html

I found out they are sold out there, but you may be capable to find them here:

http://www.beyondtherack.com/product/OLIOMD0098BK?event=65365

My tights are my tried and tested black opaque ones from express. My my incredible shirt dress I got at Topshop Nordstrom by Leith. I love the sliming and chic white stripes. The drawstring belt around the waist gives you a lot of flexibility as well. Found here:

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/henley-stripe-shirtdress/4124686?origin=category-personalizedsort&fashioncolor=BLACK%20STRIPE

I hope that you enjoyed reading. And remember to always shine your brightest!

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Party ootn

Sunday, January 31, 2016

This last Saturday night we headed out to a surprise birthday party for a friend. Then I decided to wear something I picked up recently on a shopping trip. I was so excited to wear the skirt I picked up most of all because it added a little but of springtime in this cold weather. The skirt I purchased was from century 21 made by jealous tomato. It's a woven pleated dark blue skirt with floral patterning.

Similar ones can be found here:

http://www.chicwish.com/peach-blossom-midi-skirt-in-navy.html?utm_source=wheretoget.it&utm_medium=referral

The top was a black body suit from express I got on Black Friday. Body suits are great for pieces where you don't want the seam to show. My tights and earrings were also from express.

http://www.express.com/clothing/women/black-scoop-neck-long-sleeve-bodysuit/pro/6262534/cat1820002

http://www.express.com/clothing/women/rhinestone-and-pave-square-stud-earrings/pro/0761439/cat740011

http://www.express.com/clothing/women/sweater-fleece-full-tights/pro/1191499C/cat2190033

Lastly, my bracelet was a present from my mil when my son was born.

I hope you enjoyed reading, and remember to always shine your brightest!

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Desi OOTD

Monday, January 11, 2016

Hi loves!!!

This holiday season, I got to unwind and relax, thus, I haven't really added too many posts lately. My son also just turned one and I was in a super mommy mode! He's lucky enough to have a huge family on his mom's side and likewise on his dad's side, this means 2 parties. The outfit I wore to one of his parties was a beautiful net and georgette in "off white". I ordered pure white, but you know how it gets when ordering stuff from Pakistan you say tomato I say tomato. No matter, I loved the beautiful detail along the bodice and the outline of the deep burgundy lining. The shoes were a cute Kate Spade find in gold.

The highlight of my look though, was the hair and makeup done by the amazing Warda, whose info is found here:

http://instagram.com/wardashahzadi

I asked that she make me look young lol because I've been feeling too young to be feeling this old. She's so much fun to spend time with that makeup and hair becomes an afterthought. I get so caught up with the good time I'm having with her and that's exactly why I love her. She worked her magic with pink and purple tone, eyes a deep nude lip and glowing cheeks.

If you have any question, feel free to each out!!! Remember to always shine your brightest!

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Holiday Lookbook 2015

Thursday, December 17, 2015

Master your social life this holiday season with looks that are right for every occasion. With so many holiday events coming up, it's easy to get overwhelmed. Don't you worry, because I have a few looks that are easy to recreate for you, thank me later! The first outfit is the perfect outfit for the quintessential holiday party, whatever the occasion, this dress will easily work in any setting. I picked a silver jacquard dress I bought last season from H&M. The material is shiny but not too overpowering, the tights add a neutral contrast and balances the dress out. Shoes are a metallic high heel from Sam Edelman.

The next look is a good option to wear to a social party with friends or your girls. A nice holiday get together is the right occasion to wear more trendy pieces. Take a risk and mix different materials. I took an embellished t shirt from Zara and a full blue skirt I found at a local boutique. Try adding a headband to add a little more holiday sparkle to your look. The tights are from Express and the shoes are Zara as well.

When you are in a relationship you sometimes get thrown into your significant others holiday parties and or plans. You want to leave a good impression on your others peers or family, but you don't want to be too extra. My suggestion is a nice full length black skirt (this one is from Forever 21). The sweater is a horizontal style top I got at Zara. The accessories I added wear heavy on the sparkle to emphasize holiday glitter. The bag was a present and the shoes are flats from Express.

The last look is my favorite because it's the most comfortable! This is perfect for house parties or more casual, festive lunch events. The sweater is Wild Fox and the jeans are Forever21. Really, you can wear any shoes with this, but I decided to wear mid knee black boots from Nine West.