"Stardust" Mika

At first I struggled with Stardust by Mika, all I could think was sparkly, star-based items.  But I did that last year with "Starry Eyed" and didn't want to repeat.  So, I dug deep into the lyrics and pictured this scene of a guy meeting a girl at some dressy party or club and just being so excited that he can't stop hitting on her and asking her to "when can I see you again?"  So I put on that dressy party outfit, grabbed some bombshell red Mac lipstick, and played the part to the lyric.

Shirt: Loft, Necklace: Charlotte Russe, Belt: F21, Skirt: Target, Shoes: Last Chance

eShakti Dress Review

Yesterday I posted on my lifestyle blog about our date to Gammage to see The Forgotten Carols.  We always like to dress up whenever we can for dates so I'm always on the lookout for great dresses that aren't crazy expensive.  I read in a fashion book once that you should buy a formal or semi-formal dress when you don't need it because when you do it'll be impossible to find.  Good advice, but I am happy to sing the praises of a company that I think solves this problem and was kind enough to give me a dress to test out for myself!

eShakti is a women's clothing company that specializes in stylish dresses with a great fit.  They offer a huge selection and they let you choose to have a dress customized with your measurements.  They also offer choices of neck line, sleeves, length, and embellishments   Seriously, if you've ever wondered if a dress will fit around you chest, not drape off your thin shoulders, (insert any other size problem), etc. etc. this is your solution! Also, if you're looking for modest options they let you add sleeves to almost every dress.  If you know certain cuts aren't for you this is a company that lets you work around it.  I'm a pear shaped girl with an abnormally small waist that only make my hips look bigger in many dresses, so I often know the pain of finding a great fit.  It was so amazing to be given the chance to choose a dress I wanted from their line that I knew would be "size Camille" and fit perfectly.

I was so impressed how well it fit, how flattering it was, and how many cute options there are!  I tried to go with a very classic looking dress because a custom dress is a real treat!

The other great thing, their turnaround is fast, even on custom orders!  I had a size Camille dress in less than two weeks.  They do formal, casual, and lots of in-between   If you are looking for a holiday party dress or something amazing to wear to your New Year's date you should seriously check out eShakti!

Thanks eShakti for one amazing dress and the chance to share an amazing company with readers!

Some Classics

Skirt: Buffalo Exchange, Shirt; F21, Cami: Downeastbasics, Shoes: Famous Footwear

Favorite Thrift Items Unite!

Skirt: Anthro via Buffalo Exchange, $22, Shirt: Gap via Goodwill, $7, Shoes: Mall Store

July= Red and Blue

I find I can't help but grab red or blue the first few days of July!

Shirt: BR, Skirt: NY&Co, Shoes: Last Chance, Necklace: Charming Charile

Stripe Love

Good thing stripes are a classic, because I don't see myself getting enough of this recently acquired Loft cardi within the next few years....

Card: Loft, $25 with coupon, Jeans: BR Outlet, $20, Shoes: Last Chance, $20, Shirt: H&M, $18

Black and White and Red All Over

Shirt: Target, Cardi and Pants: Gap, Shoes: Last Chance, Belt: F21

A Modern Classic

I'm doing all I can to space out the chambray shirt wearings. The limit is once a week. I just can't get enough!

Pants, Shirt, and Belt: Gap, Shoes: Nine West, Cardi and Necklace: AE

Swiping Family Picture Ideas

My sister-in-law called me asking for help with family pictures and explained navy and yellow would be the main colors they would be wearing. I just couldn't get the color combo out of my mind and decided to create my own look for their family pictures. I won't actually go, don't worry, I'm quirky, but not that weird.

Dress: Converse via Target, Cardi: Shade, Belt: F21, Shoes: Target, Necklace: Self made (thank you Pinterest for new DIY ideas!)

The Sailor Inspiration Dress

Dress: Target $13, Wedges: Last Chance, $20, Necklace: Charlotte Russe, $6

Networking Night

Hot on a job search, I've been attending a lot of networking events and meeting a lot of cool people!  I've been trying to mix business with the creative side of my wardrobe, since that is what I'm hoping to do professionally.  It's a fun task to get the conservative business wardrobe pieces to wake up just a little, I have a feeling if I get hired in the industry I want, I'll be embarking on a fun new fashion challenge!

Pants: Gap, Shoes: Target, Cardi: Anthro, Under-t: Shade, Scarf: Random mall store years ago

That's a Wrap

I dont' usually frequent Kmart, but when I went one day I saw this wrap dress and knew it was a classic I had been looking for but never able to find until that moment. It has served me well for about 6 years now!

Dress: kmart, $20, Shoes: Last Chance, $20, Tank: Downeast Basics, $10, Flower Pin: Made by and gifted from Mom

Family Crest

Somewhere in my geneology there are a few lines of English folk, and I guess the family crest which displays blue and mustard stood out in my mind. It's always been a color combo love that makes me feel professional and maybe even a little royal!

Dress: Loft, Cardigan: NY&CO, Shoes: Target. Scarf: Vintage thrifted (at JetRag in LA), Cami: Shade

The Simple Things

Shirt: JCrew via Buffalo Exchange, Skirt: Target, Belt: Thrifted, Shoes: Famous Footwear, Watch: Fossil, Earrings: Kohls, Headband: Made by Me

Confessions of an MBA Student

Hi I'm Camille, and although I love color, I have an obsession with khaki and blue. Preppy classic business casual makes me feel better than any other outfit or combo. I'm trying to go back to the color crazed girl I was two years ago, but deep down outfits like these are truly my favorite. What can I say, I am an MBA student- blue and khaki can been seen in swarms in every single class I've attended!
Phew, that felt good to get off my chest! I will return to color soon, but today, I'm going to enjoy what may be my new favorite outfit.
Skirt: BR, via Buffalo exchange, Striped shirt: H&M, Necklace: Loft, Shoes: Nine West, Belt: thrifted

Suit Alternative

Cardigan and T: Target, Belt: F21, Skirt: Ann Taylor via Goodwill, Shoes: Last Chance