A Vested Interest

If you told me a few years ago I'd be rocking a denim vest like nobody's business, I would have told you you were crazy.  

Denim vests?  Been there, done that.  Bedazzled it. 

I  mean, really?  Denim vests are soooooo 1995 - or in my case, so 5 minutes ago...

Oh yes, five minutes this was happening.
Rocked this look at a Rochester Blogger Network event.
With converse sneakers.
Like a boss.

I have a feeling I've worn this outfit before...
Pretty sure it was in 7th grade...

In case you're wondering if the vest-spotting was an isolated incident, it wasn't.  I also wore it last week over a maxi.  It's quickly becoming my new favorite piece of clothing.

What about you?  Thinking about sprucing up your wardrobe?  Cooler temps throwing a wrench in your summer style plans?  Try (or in my case re-try) the denim vest; it looks cute over dresses, tanks, and tees.  It's a fun, affordable way to revamp pieces that are already in your closet.

You can breathe some new life into your wardrobe via the 90s.

And if 1995 calls and asks for her vest back, tell her she can't have it.  You'll be too busy listening to Alanis, watching Home Improvement, and signing your married name (Jennifer Gosselaar) in your five star notebook...

xoxo

Jenny

  

Two for Tuesday: Maxi Dresses

Maxi dresses are a staple in my summer wardrobe.

Here are two fab maxis (both from Kmart and both purchased on sale for under $20.)  Eat your heart out and be super jeal of my superb money-saving skills.

1.  Attention Women's Maxi Dress - Medallion

I cut off the belt loops and wore the belt at my natural waist instead of empire style.

 2.  Attention Women's Smocked Top Maxi Dress 

I removed the neck strap to make it a strapless dress.

Want me to help you look fab for $20 or less?  Hire me as your personal shopper.  It's free - and a lot of fun. Let's do it!

xoxo

Jenny

  

Shabby Apple

A few weeks ago, I stumbled upon Shabby Apple, an online dress boutique selling women’s dresses, casual dresses, skirts, and women’s apparel.  I love the vintage and feminine feel of the clothes on this site and as I researched more about the company I started to like Shabby Apple even more.

They credit themselves as providing "a return to what dresses were always meant to be — a one-piece outfit. No need to add anything...no tank tops, no cardigans, nothing (except accessories, of course!)."
Their modest fashions strive to make women feel feminine and beautiful for "what they wear, not what they bare." (Love that!)  Not only can their flirty, stylish dresses be worn comfortably anywhere, but they also donate a certain percentage of their net proceeds to charitable causes serving women and children.  Couture with a conscience; how cool is that?

If the principles behind the company aren't enough to make you want to shop with them, their merchandise will.  Here are some of the Shabby Apple pieces I am loving right now:

Walk the Plank Dress $88

Bandersnatch Skirt $72

Pina Colada Dress $96

Joy Ride Dress on sale for $58

Heart of Me Dress $109

Blue Eyes Dress $96

FYI:  Shabby Apple offers free shipping on orders over $100 and fast and free returns!  I'm always hesitant to order clothes online without being able to try them on, but the free returns let me shop worry-free.  Now I just need to figure out what I want to buy....  

What do you think I should get?

Spanx You Very Much

Look out, I am about to mention your unmentionables: Spanx. Sara Blakely, the creator of Spanx made it "her mission to make the world a better place, one butt at a time" and I thank God every day she took on such a noble cause.

There are many different brands of shapewear out there, but Spanx is, by far, the best on the market. All the celebrities wear them - so even if you can't have their personal trainers and macrobiotic diets, you can wear their girdles! I discovered Spanx a few years ago and am not sure how I ever lived without them. They are miracle workers: getting rid of lumps, bumps, and pantylines to give you a smoother, firmer look.

I went to SoLia Boutique in Pittsford today to pick up my Skinny Britches, Spanx's line of summer shapewear. I already have what I refer to as my "industrial strength" Spanx, but they are a little much for the warmer months. Today's 80 degree temperatures prompted me to make a beeline to SoLia for my skinny britches!  They have some adorable dresses in right now, so you might want to take a look at those while you are there. You'll need something fabulous to wear over your Spanx, right?  If you're a girl on a budget, your Spanx will be the best $42 you ever spend.  I mean, why spend a fortune on a new wardrobe, when you can look thinner and smoother in the one you already have? It's a no-brainer!

So if you are ready to say "bye bye muffin top," "au revoir cellulite,"and "get lost VPL," get your Spanx at SoLia Boutique on Monroe Ave in Pittsford.  And if you needed some addition motivation, their Royal Sale starts tomorrow:

I am totally geeking out over the royal wedding.  Anyone else with me?

Don't live in Rochester? That's ok! Thank God for Amazon:

What are you waiting for? Go get your Spanx! Dare to dimple no more! Happy Smoothing!