...take your hands off my jacket! And an OOTD?

Made a stop at TJ's yesterday and found the cutest jacket! Take a little looksie...

So cute, no? Yeah, I know.

I had been looking for a denim blazer for quite some time and yesterday, there it was. I had to dig around a little bit before I stumbled across it (then proceeded on to a staredown with another "grab-happy" looking consumer), but the time spent was worth it. It's by French Cuff (not to be confused with French Connection... I wish!) and it was $20. Under normal circumstances, this jacket would have been left hanging, but considering the facts that I had been looking EVERYWHERE and the luxe look, I figured I could make an exception, right? I knew you would understand...

Here is the outfit I paired it with today: (have mercy on some of my pictures, I'm still trying to get the hang; so glad to be back in business!)

Jacket: TJ Maxx

Top: Old Navy

Dress: JC Penney

Shoes: Target

This might be "Fabulous Find of the Month"! ♥

update!

So... while I realize I currently do not have comments enabled on my page, I do want others to be able to get in contact with me. It doesn't matter what for, really... questions, comments, requests, thoughts, constructive criticism or whatever! I decided to activate a gmail account so that anyone who wants can message me if they would like. Without further ado, my address:

arimichelle11@gmail.com

And there you have it! That is all.

♥

imagine my surprise...

...when I logged in to post some more unnecessary nonsense today, when lo and behold! ellamarie84 took the time to nominate my itty, bitty blog for an "I ♥ your blog" award!!! Now, this may not mean anything to anyone else, but seeing her post in my dashboard with my name in it made me SO happy! It has totally made my weekend... I just wanted to give her a quick shout-out to show my appreciation; not because I deserve any award, but because I'm ecstatic that someone out there likes my ramblings. The inflation of my ego, thinking she may not be the only one who enjoys, is just a bonus!!! Thanks again ellamarie... (BTW, I absolutely accept!)

In honor of sharing the love, I nominate:

The Couture Lounge

Carlene

Dulce Candy

The rules? Accept your award! Then... post who you'd like to nominate. It's that simple.

;)

A

in and out... (1)

Since I have been waiting forever to get my camera straight, I felt like an idiot when I realized I could have been doing some posts that didn't require any picture taking at all!!! DUH!!! Thus, my first 'in and out' post. Of course this has nothing to do with mainstream society, just my likes and dislikes for the moment... And on to the postage!

IN:

1.) Healthy, conditioned hair.
Coming off the high from summer and all the activities it has to offer can wreak havoc on your hair. Chlorine, sun-rays, and excessive heat/chemical treatments can do a lot of damage. So, I say yay to deep conditioning sessions that leave your hair soft, silky and touchable! (One of my personal favorites is Dr. Miracles 'Feel It Formula' Deep Conditioner packets, it's like a $1.78 at Walmart...)

2.) The natural look.
I totally love makeup, but sometimes it's nice to step out in your own skin! Just make sure to adopt a good skincare regimen and to load up on sunscreen mist for protection!

3.) Sundresses.
Comfortable AND stylish... how could you go wrong?!

4.) Drinking water.
Enough said. What better time to implement a healthy habit than during the summertime?

OUT:

1.) No camera.
I think this one speaks for itself. What's a girl to do, when she can't entertain herself with her own vanity???

:)

i promise i'm not dead!

It's been a LONG time since I have had the time to post! In addition to lots of work and life changes, my camera has been out of commission so I have been trying to handle THAT situation. I have been trying to get help, but sometimes your vision isn't as important to others as it is to you... Will be back soon. XOXO...

LOTD.

Alrighty... it's official. I have way too much time on my hands. I had some 4th of July plans that actually fell through, so I spent some free time doing this look! I really like the neutral, soft colors. I threw on a cute, little sweater for a sweet collegiate feel. Whaddaya think???!!

Face:

Boots No. 7 Mattifying Makeup Base

CoverGirl Clean liquid foundation in Toasted Almond

Iman Corrective Concealer in Clay

CoverGirl Professional Loose Powder in Translucent Honey

Palladio Herbal Blush in Wine

Eyes:

Urban Decay Primer Potion

The Balm Shady Lady Eyeshadow in Shameless Shana

Maybelline Eyeshadow in Creme de Cocoa

NYX Dolleye Volume Mascara in Black

Lips:

Essence of Beauty Lip Butter in Citrus Coconut

C.O. Bigelow Vitamin Mentha Lip Balm in Baby Pink Mint
L.A. Colors Moisturizing Lipgloss in Romance

Didn't take much to freshen this face! ;)

...more randomness!

Here are a couple shots of the day! Don't I look so cute??! ♥

Happy Hump Day!

A