Vegas Bound!

In two weeks, we're heading down to Sin City for my best friend's birthday. My dad always asks why we head down to Vegas every year and one of my reasons is definitely shopping for the trip. With bottle service booked at One Oak, it's go big or go home! Here are some looks that I've been tossing around. Your thoughts?

Vegas Bound! by pumps-and-lipstick featuring a heels platform

Jane Norman geometric maxi dress
$23 - houseoffraser.co.uk

Body con dress
$165 - celebboutique.com

Club L short dress
$43 - nelly.com

Giuseppe Zanotti heels platform
shoescribe.com

Carvela Kurt Geiger black sandals
$200 - kurtgeiger.com

Repossi ring
barneys.com

Jessica Simpson plus size bracelet
macys.com

Pieces chain jewelry
$13 - pieces.com

Hexagon ring
gorjana-griffin.com

Holla Back Hologram

Oh, the trends of today! I'm definitely seeing more and more futuristic themes nowadays with lucite and now with hologram or holographic-- whatever you wanna call it! Available in a range of shades from yellow to purple, holographic pieces add a playful punch. I just snagged a lovely little handbag from NastyGal and I can't wait to sport it with lots of loud colors and prints. These fun pieces are definitely conversation starters that are eye-catching and shine oh-so-bright!

Holla Back Hologram by pumps-and-lipstick featuring lime green handbags

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Look of the Day: Long Live Leopard!

Yesterday was a long day filled with special people in my life: lunch with the boyfriend and daddy plus a raging housewarming party for a dear girlfriend of mine. 

I wanted a laid-back glam look, but not too plain jane. You may recognize these jeans from my previous post. Yup, those $68 jeans from Urban Outfitters that I snagged on sale for $4.99! I still can't believe the amazing deal. Rolled up my sleeves and knotted a now extra baggy blouse thanks to a recent 18-pound weight loss. Black suede Steve Madden pumps are sky high and sexy, but they keep my dogs howlin'! Gold jewelry, blue eyeliner, and red lipstick seal the deal and I was off being a social butterfly.

Scroll down for my look of the day:

Some Badass Pumps

After piling up bags of clothes to give away to charity, I knew a time for replenishment was near. So while skimming through my closets with notebook in hand, I scribbled down notes of what I'm missing.   From coats to sweaters to denim to scarves...I finally came down to my favorite: some badass pumps! You know, those statement heels that commands attention, is a conversation starter and can only be worn with something simple and chic. Of course, these aren't necessities per say since they're not everyday type of pieces. But they're still nice to have when that random occasion pops up.

Take a look at some of my picks below:

Miu Miu

Marni

Lanvin

DSQUARED2

Giuseppe Zanotti

Christian Louboutin

Images via polyvore.com and net-a-porter.com

What I Would Do With a Leather Pencil Skirt

The day that I commit to purchasing a leather skirt, will be a day of victory. Think of it as a bucket list item to check off for a fashionista. A leather pencil skirt can be both simple and understated with minimal accessories, soft colors and textures. If you want to amp it up, just add bold colors, graphics lots of details. You know, shiny things and embellishments. This skirt is a staple item that will last for years to come and probably a piece that my future daughter will try to steal from my closet. I still don't know why my mom hasn't gone Kris Jenner on my ass and put a lock and key on the doors to her walk-in closet.

Peep below for my picks:

Top Row (from left to right): Marni shoulder bag, Peter Pilotto top, The Row pencil skirt
Bottom Row (from left to right): Bijoux Heart earrings, Yves Saint Laurent ring, Christian Louboutin pumps