Hello, my dearest reader! I'm not sure why I thought sprinting into NYC for only a weekend would be enough. It so wasn't. It's not NYC's fault, though. Truthfully, I don't think 10 years would be enough time for me in this place. I'm a good traveler and don't get bothered by jet lag (or any lag! Thank you plenty of sugar!) so we explored as much as we could. We stayed at the Essex House which sits smack dab in front of Central Park, and we were all over it. Anyone who has spent a moment in Central Park knows the allure and the complete loveliness it exudes. What is it about being surrounded by huge green trees and a skyline of buildings that is just so amazing? I'm a girl who loves big cities and crowds and this weekend was full of both! I wore another head to toe Zara outfit. The night before I left, I was literally in and out of the store with two outfits in maybe 10 minutes. (Because that's how I roll! And I also leave myself no time to plan, pack or generally relax! But that's another story!) It was the perfect ensemble for exploring and dining and shopping! It's Friday you guys!! Hope you have wonderful things in store for the weekend!!! Thank you so much for reading! Xxx Michelle
Fall (ish) Florals
Hii you! Happy mid-week! We are here already! How happy does that make you??Ok, so I was meh on floral pants for work. Dresses, skirts, shirts? Sure thing. Pants?? I don't know... I bought a pair of cute floral heels that I've worn once (maybe) and I felt like it was one of those things where I want to like it and I think I should like it and then it just sits in my closet- you know that feeling, right? Not these fine floral friends, friends! These pants are so cute! I've already worn them 3 different ways- versatile, easy to dress up or down- love them! And it's nice to mix up my conservative wardrobe a bit with this.! Best thing ever? A Forever 21 find! You can't pass up something this inexpensive (says me to myself no matter what the price is!)π You can find them here. I paired them with a long one button jacket from Banana Republic (here and it's on sale now! Yay!) This the most versatile piece. I wear blazers all the time- with jeans and heels on casual Friday's at the office, with rolled up sleeves, white tennis shoes and cut off denim shorts and with boots and leggings. I popped on a pair of heels and grabbed one of my vintage Gucci bags and away I went! Hope this day is going to be a wonderful one for you and as always, I am so grateful that you stopped by! Xxoo Michelle
The (Waning) Dog Days of Summer
Hi dearest reader! So you already know that I am a dog lover. Literally, I can be walking and once a dog comes into my line of sight, I bee line right toward it. I've never met an ugly dog. Even the ones that really are ugly are cute to me. I have two little dogs and I would have 10 if I could. Wherever I am sitting at home, one or both of my dogs are sitting next to me, leaning against me or sitting on my lap. Dogs (animals, really) just make me happy. So imagine my thrill when this little fella Lou came walking by and his (astute) owner said "My dog matches your outfit. You want a picture?" Why, yes! Yes I sure do! He was so good. I took the leash, talked to him (in a high-pitched, probably annoying way, but Lou didnt seem to mind!) and we snapped off a few pictures.
This dress is another Nordstom find and I love it. Pleione makes the cutest, most affordable separates and dresses. It's one less thing to think about in the morning if I can throw on a pretty dress and heels and go. I am going to wear tights and boots once Fall rolls around (I have my fingers crossed that we actually get some fall weather!) Hope you have such an incredible day and thank you thank you for stopping by! Xx Michelle
Oh Just Give it a Twirl Tuesday
Hello and happy Tuesday to you! Poor Tuesday. It's the forgotten day of the week, you ever notice that? We all dread and discuss the horror that is Monday, Wednesday gets the honor to be mid-week, a πͺ and its own hump hashtag, Thursday is Friday eve (and #tbt), Friday (#fbf) and the weekend are in a category all their own but Tuesday? #ShoesdayTuesday? Its just sad (There is no real point to this rambling, by the way. It just struck me as funny. Lets go on, shall we?) :)
I love a dress than can give good twirl. Not a wussy little fluff when you spin but a real, solid, skirt-outstretched-and-spinning-twirl. And pockets. Pockets you say? Yes. Yes, pockets are most certainly important too and this Betsey Johnson dress has both. First, its heavy. It feels wooly and substantial. If, by chance, it ever dips below 90 degrees here in CA (and it sure doesn't feel like that is happening anytime soon), this will come in handy. I love it. You feel like a lady in it, and I love anything ladylike and Jackie-O esque. I paired it with some Banana Republic heels that I have had for a few seasons ( I bought them in camel and black too-- and when I wear either pair I get compliments every time) and it is so cute. I walked outside after I put this outfit on and I got stopped by a few people, commenting on this dress. Its so nice and its in my favorite colors. I don't wear too many accessories because I like things really simple but this look could be jazzed up big time. It is at Nordstrom right now (its not on line though, but here is one that has a similar fit) If you aren't already, follow me on Instagram and Snapchat (golddustandsugarlustl) . You may only see my dogs and my family though, so be forewarned!! Thank you for stopping by, sweet reader!! β€οΈ Michelle